Super Metroid Soundtrack Joins Nintendo Music: A Classic Returns to Nintendo Switch
This week marks a major update for fans of Nintendo's storied musical legacy, as the Super Metroid soundtrack officially joins the Nintendo Music streaming service.
Originally released in 1994 on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), Super Metroid is widely regarded as a landmark in action-adventure game design and remains a cornerstone of the Metroid franchise.
The release of its complete soundtrack on Nintendo Music offers fans old and new a chance to revisit the atmospheric compositions that defined an era of gaming. Super Metroid, developed by Nintendo’s R&D1 division, was the third title in the Metroid series.
It garnered critical acclaim for its innovative gameplay, introducing new power-ups, multiple secret endings, and an inventive inventory screen that set new standards for the genre.
Despite its immediate success and enduring influence, the Metroid franchise experienced a significant hiatus after Super Metroid, with fans waiting eight years before the arrival of the next installment. The newly available Super Metroid soundtrack features 28 original tracks, spanning a total runtime of one hour and two minutes.
Highlights include memorable pieces such as “Theme of Super Metroid,” “Samus Aran Appears,” “Crateria: Space Pirates Appear,” and the climactic “Mother Brain” theme.
Each track has been faithfully preserved, allowing listeners to experience the iconic soundscapes that enhanced the exploration and tension of Planet Zebes. Nintendo has confirmed that the full soundtrack is now accessible to subscribers on both Nintendo Switch and the recently released Nintendo Switch 2, as part of the Nintendo Classics collection.
This makes it easier than ever for players to revisit classic music from the SNES era alongside newer additions from the growing Nintendo Music catalog. In a statement shared via official channels, Nintendo celebrated the addition, saying that the release of Super Metroid's soundtrack on modern hardware reflects Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to honoring its history while offering value to new generations of players.
By bringing together classic soundtracks on a single platform, the company continues to bridge the past and present for gaming enthusiasts worldwide. In addition to Super Metroid, the Nintendo Music library has recently expanded to include over one hundred tracks from Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, as well as the original score from Super Mario Land 2 and a remarkable 262 tracks from Paper Mario: The Origami King.
These additions underscore Nintendo’s efforts to enrich its digital offerings for Switch and Switch 2 users, further positioning Nintendo Music as a comprehensive hub for video game soundtracks. Super Metroid's legendary score, composed by Kenji Yamamoto and Minako Hamano, is recognized for its atmospheric depth and innovative use of audio to enhance gameplay immersion.
The soundtrack’s addition to Nintendo Music invites a new wave of appreciation for one of gaming’s greatest soundscapes, available now for streaming across Nintendo Switch platforms. For more updates on Nintendo Music and the latest additions to the Nintendo Classics collection, stay tuned to official Nintendo channels and the eShop for future announcements.
Originally released in 1994 on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), Super Metroid is widely regarded as a landmark in action-adventure game design and remains a cornerstone of the Metroid franchise.
The release of its complete soundtrack on Nintendo Music offers fans old and new a chance to revisit the atmospheric compositions that defined an era of gaming. Super Metroid, developed by Nintendo’s R&D1 division, was the third title in the Metroid series.
It garnered critical acclaim for its innovative gameplay, introducing new power-ups, multiple secret endings, and an inventive inventory screen that set new standards for the genre.
Despite its immediate success and enduring influence, the Metroid franchise experienced a significant hiatus after Super Metroid, with fans waiting eight years before the arrival of the next installment. The newly available Super Metroid soundtrack features 28 original tracks, spanning a total runtime of one hour and two minutes.
Highlights include memorable pieces such as “Theme of Super Metroid,” “Samus Aran Appears,” “Crateria: Space Pirates Appear,” and the climactic “Mother Brain” theme.
Each track has been faithfully preserved, allowing listeners to experience the iconic soundscapes that enhanced the exploration and tension of Planet Zebes. Nintendo has confirmed that the full soundtrack is now accessible to subscribers on both Nintendo Switch and the recently released Nintendo Switch 2, as part of the Nintendo Classics collection.
This makes it easier than ever for players to revisit classic music from the SNES era alongside newer additions from the growing Nintendo Music catalog. In a statement shared via official channels, Nintendo celebrated the addition, saying that the release of Super Metroid's soundtrack on modern hardware reflects Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to honoring its history while offering value to new generations of players.
By bringing together classic soundtracks on a single platform, the company continues to bridge the past and present for gaming enthusiasts worldwide. In addition to Super Metroid, the Nintendo Music library has recently expanded to include over one hundred tracks from Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, as well as the original score from Super Mario Land 2 and a remarkable 262 tracks from Paper Mario: The Origami King.
These additions underscore Nintendo’s efforts to enrich its digital offerings for Switch and Switch 2 users, further positioning Nintendo Music as a comprehensive hub for video game soundtracks. Super Metroid's legendary score, composed by Kenji Yamamoto and Minako Hamano, is recognized for its atmospheric depth and innovative use of audio to enhance gameplay immersion.
The soundtrack’s addition to Nintendo Music invites a new wave of appreciation for one of gaming’s greatest soundscapes, available now for streaming across Nintendo Switch platforms. For more updates on Nintendo Music and the latest additions to the Nintendo Classics collection, stay tuned to official Nintendo channels and the eShop for future announcements.
