maimai

maimai (maimai) is the category dedicated to original tracks composed specifically for the game series by SEGA's internal sound team and commissioned artists, serving as the core identity of the franchise's music library. These songs are distinct from licensed external content and include long-standing fan favorites and "boss tracks" that define the game's difficulty peaks. In the current maimai でらっくす (maimai DX) interface, this category is one of the primary tabs, housing hundreds of exclusive compositions that have debuted throughout the series' history.

Historically, this category has seen several organizational shifts as the series expanded its lineup of original music. In earlier versions, it simply contained all SEGA-original content, but with the launch of the maimai でらっくす series, it was refined to separate these tracks from other SEGA rhythm game crossovers found in the ONGEKI & CHUNITHM category. Despite these structural updates, the maimai category continues to be the definitive home for the game's mascot-themed songs and official tournament pieces, maintaining its status as a central pillar of the song selection screen across both Japanese and International versions.