Zelda II: The Adventure of Link Soundtrack Now Streaming on Nintendo Music App for Switch Online Members

Nintendo has expanded its growing collection of classic game soundtracks by adding the full soundtrack for Zelda II: The Adventure of Link to the Nintendo Music app, giving Nintendo Switch Online subscribers exclusive access to these iconic tunes.

Both the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and Famicom Disk System versions are now available for streaming, allowing fans to experience the nuances of both regional releases directly from their Switch consoles. The NES version features a total of 20 tracks, including the succinct yet memorable 'Secret Entrance' theme, a short three-second motif not found in the Famicom Disk System lineup.

In comparison, the Famicom Disk System’s rendition comes in just shy of 16 minutes, closely mirroring its NES counterpart aside from the additional track.

Music aficionados and Zelda enthusiasts alike can now delve into these historic compositions, celebrating the legacy of one of Nintendo’s most discussed titles. In an official statement shared via social media, Nintendo highlighted the arrival of the soundtrack: "Music from both the Nintendo Entertainment System and Famicom Disk System versions of Zelda II: The Adventure of Link are now featured in the Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online users." First released in 1987, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link remains a significant yet divisive chapter in The Legend of Zelda franchise.

Known for dramatically shifting the series' gameplay style with its side-scrolling combat and RPG elements—departures from the top-down exploration of its predecessor—Zelda II has been both praised and critiqued over the years.

This experimental approach shaped fans’ expectations and paved the way for the return to form seen in 1991’s A Link to the Past. The Nintendo Music app, available exclusively to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, continues to serve as a unique avenue for experiencing classic gaming soundtracks, which have become a nostalgic favorite among longtime fans and retro collectors.

With the addition of both soundtrack versions for Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, Nintendo reaffirms its commitment to preserving and celebrating the musical heritage of its best-known franchises. Fans can access the new Zelda II selections directly through the Nintendo Music app on their Nintendo Switch console.

For those eager to explore more, the app regularly receives updates featuring music from other NES, Super NES, and Famicom titles—further expanding the service’s offerings for retro game enthusiasts and new listeners alike.

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