This a very broad topic if let alone as is.
"..has a much different expression and function than the rest of the games music"
The very obvious answer is yes. All music in a game has its purpose and use. I'm not sure if I'm getting this right, but are you trying to find out the musical style that dictates the mood of the piece and use to the player? Will you be looking into psychological aspect of a human mind towards these "town/hub" music? Be a bit more specific.
The idea you have is a very interesting and good one, I would like to see your goal in a more specific manner and what items(topics) within the paper you plan on touching upon.
I'd like to help out if I can because I wrote a research paper for my Music History class in 20th century music about The Music in Horror Games.
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