Retro sound effects
Retro game sounds, nostalgic UI cues, arcade-flavored effects, and pixel-era audio for classic game and creator workflows. 123 sounds available.
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123 soundsSnow Time Loop
Vintage vinyl style (but actually wax cylinder?) retro music and song recording trimmed down to a more or less well loopable section. Shine On, Harvest Moon performed by Ada Jones and Billy Murray, from 1909. Snow time ain't no time to stay Outdoors and spoon; So shine on, shine on, harvest moon, For me and my gal. Cut from https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ada_Jones_and_Billy_Murray_-_Shine_On,_Harvest_Moon.ogg which as far as I can tell is 70bpm (70.2) and public domain. I should probabl
15JUN2020_ModBox Sample Recording
This recording is an organization of various loops created using ModBox. The original ModBox project can be accessed and freely edited here: https://moddedbeepbox.github.io/3.0/#6n41z0sbu1 (visible link has been shortened for ease of use, click the link to access the project) Please be aware that the embedded player uses a compressed version of the soundfile and for the best quality audio, please download the available WAV.
Vintage Trap Beat
82 bpm.
1980s Song Fragment - 01
A 1980s style music fragment, number one. Made with a Sonicware LIVEN Texture Lab, drum machine, and a few reverbs. Made in FL Studio, 102 bpm.
Retro video game sfx - Explode 4
A distant bassy explosion. Retro video game style. Generated using Labchirp.
Retro video game sfx - Explode 2
A high-pitched explosion or missile fire. Retro video game style. Generated using Labchirp.
Retro video game sfx - Explode 3
A booming explosion. Retro video game style. Generated using Labchirp.
Retro video game sfx - Explode 5
A crunchy explosion. Retro video game style. Generated using Labchirp.
Laser Shots
Classic laser shots for Retro space warfare.
Stems 4 (NOSTALGIC MALL)
(Flare sound at 70 BPM in B major with reverb and low-pass filter effects) Hi! I'm sharing the "NOSTALGIC MALL" stems pack. It's a completely free and public domain sound collection that you can use in any project. I've attached a sample track mixing the stems. You can also use them individually. There are no usage requirements, but I'd be very happy if you shared your project with me and/or credited me as "NotMeat2020 Beats" in it. If you feel any of the audio is of low quality, contact me at a
Ambient Me
I took an image that represents me, and ran it through the VirtualANS. It sounds like some kind of loading sound that becomes sparkly-sounding and retro.
Chippy Song Thing
Chiptunish beat/song thing.
Electro Hit Loop
A loopable electro music segment with bass, synths, and rhythmic elements, ideal for electronic tracks.
Gravel Footsteps
Footsteps on gravel surfaces, created by editing sounds of hitting a gravel bag.
Metal Footsteps
Footsteps on metal surfaces, ideal for industrial or sci-fi scenes.
Tile Footsteps
Footsteps on tile flooring, suitable for indoor environments.
Wood Footsteps
Footsteps on wooden surfaces, with sounds that can also resemble hooves.
Stone Footsteps
Footstep sounds of walking on stone surfaces, suitable for outdoor or ancient settings.
Electronic Game FX
A short electronic sound effect loop suitable for video game sound design.
Chiptune Game Music
A retro-style chiptune track at 120 BPM, ideal for arcade or video game soundtracks.
Computer Glitch Loop 92 BPM
A melodic loop of computer glitch sounds at 92 BPM, featuring retro digital effects and electronic textures.
Chiptune EDM Track
An energetic electronic dance track with chiptune and retro elements.
On Hold Music Loop
A short, looping on-hold style music recorded from tape, with synth and guitar elements.
Chiptune Game Music
A retro-inspired chiptune track suitable for video game soundtracks.
Retro Horror Theme
An 80s-inspired spooky synth melody, perfect for horror or suspense scenes.
Video Game Music Loop
A looping background track inspired by retro video game sounds.
80s Rock Loop
An 80s-style hard rock loop with guitars and drums, suitable for retro-themed projects.
8-Bit Chiptune Loop
A classic 8-bit chiptune electronic loop, ideal for retro or video game soundtracks.
Beach Rock Soundscape
A vintage rock-inspired soundscape evoking beach and travel themes with guitar and drums.
Retro Footsteps
Vintage-style footstep sounds suitable for retro or nostalgic scenes.
FAQ about retro sounds
What can I use retro sounds for?
Retro game sounds, nostalgic UI cues, arcade-flavored effects, and pixel-era audio for classic game and creator workflows. Common use cases include pixel games, nostalgic promos, retro menus, stream overlays.
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