Nintendo Music App Adds The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Soundtrack in Major Update

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Published on: December 17, 2024

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Nintendo Music App Expands With The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Soundtrack in Major Content Drop The Nintendo Music app, Nintendo’s dedicated platform for streaming iconic game soundtracks on the Nintendo Switch, has just rolled out one of its most significant updates since its launch.

This week, the app welcomes the full soundtrack from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, further cementing its role as a go-to source for fans of video game music.

Available now through the Nintendo eShop, the latest Nintendo Music app update introduces a comprehensive collection of 186 tracks from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.

With a total playtime of five hours and 24 minutes, this expansive soundtrack transports listeners back to the skies above Skyloft and across the vast lands explored in this memorable Wii adventure, remastered for Nintendo Switch as Skyward Sword HD in 2021. Launched on October 30, the Nintendo Music app has quickly grown its library, delivering weekly song drops from beloved franchises.

In addition to Skyward Sword, users can already enjoy the soundtracks of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Ocarina of Time.

Prior updates have also added classic and contemporary favorites such as Wave Race 64, F-Zero X, Super Mario Bros.

Wonder, Donkey Kong Country 2, and Wii Sports. In a formal update, Nintendo highlighted its dedication to offering new content every week.

"We’re delighted to continue building our musical offerings for fans," a Nintendo spokesperson noted, reaffirming the company’s commitment to classic and modern gaming experiences.

The strategy of steady content releases aligns well with the Nintendo Direct approach, where surprise announcements and regular engagement have become part of the Switch ecosystem. The Skyward Sword soundtrack covers all corners of the original game’s audio experience, including tracks such as "Ballad of the Goddess," "Fi’s Theme," and the rousing "Demise Battle." The update’s full track listing draws from every chapter and major event, ensuring fans have access to the most memorable moments from Link’s earlier chronicle in the Zelda timeline. Since the Nintendo Music app’s debut, the response from the community has been overwhelmingly positive.

More than a month post-launch, players are discovering nostalgic favorites and new gems alike while working or playing on their Switch consoles.

Weekly additions keep fans returning, and the success of the app parallels Nintendo’s storied achievements in both hardware and content curation. With each new soundtrack, Nintendo continues to honor its musical heritage and the demands of its dedicated fanbase.

As the library grows, the app is expected to remain a staple for Switch owners keen on experiencing legendary soundtracks directly from their favorite games.

For now, the addition of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword marks a major milestone for the Nintendo Music app—and underscores Nintendo’s commitment to celebrating gaming history through sound.

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