Read the essay linked below on the music-centered battle system of Mother 3. Notated music examples are provided, but it's not necessary for you to be able to read music to grasp the concepts explored in the text. After reading the essay, write a short reflection responding to it. Your reflection should be no fewer than 250 words, should address the following prompts, and should demonstrate your comprehension of the material (i.e. that you actually read the essay.)
Stang - Adaptive Listening and Mother 3Preview the document
1.) Sakai's music for Mother 3 includes pieces deliberately composed to be confusing to listen to. How do you imagine this changes one's appreciation of the music if they were to listen for pleasure?
2.) That Mother 3 has an in-game reward for understanding the music makes it unique. Can you think of another game or another piece of media that also rewards one for familiarity with its contents?