Nintendo Adds Pokémon Sword and Shield Soundtrack to Nintendo Music App for Switch Online Subscribers

Nintendo has expanded its Nintendo Music catalogue by adding the highly-anticipated Pokémon Sword and Shield original soundtrack, giving Nintendo Switch Online subscribers access to over 130 new musical tracks from the celebrated RPG franchise.

The soundtrack includes 138 tracks, offering fans and music enthusiasts a comprehensive musical journey through the Galar region. Pokémon Sword and Shield, developed by Game Freak and released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch in November 2019, quickly became one of the best-selling entries in the Pokémon series, achieving over 25 million units sold as of 2024.

The game's dynamic soundtrack, composed by a talented team at Game Freak including Minako Adachi and Go Ichinose, earned acclaim for its blend of orchestral, rock, and electronic elements that capture the excitement of Pokémon battles and exploration. With the latest update, Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can stream the Pokémon Sword and Shield soundtrack through the Nintendo Music app.

The app is currently available in select regions via the Google Play Store for Android and the Apple App Store for iOS devices.

Nintendo has made a strategic push in recent months to enhance the value of its subscription service, introducing new perks such as classic game libraries, exclusive DLCs, and now, an expanded music catalogue. A representative for Nintendo stated that new music additions like the Pokémon Sword and Shield soundtrack are part of a broader effort to celebrate the rich musical history of Nintendo franchises.

"By making fan-favorite soundtracks accessible to more players, we're able to deepen engagement with our games and celebrate the artistry behind Nintendo's iconic scores," they explained, underlining Nintendo’s commitment to providing diverse benefits for the global Nintendo Switch audience. Fans looking to enjoy the soundtrack are encouraged to download the Nintendo Music app and check for ongoing updates, as Nintendo has confirmed that more game soundtracks will be added to the platform over time.

Regular additions to the app ensure that Switch Online subscribers can look forward to rediscovering classic and contemporary Nintendo music in high quality, directly from their mobile devices. The inclusion of the Pokémon Sword and Shield soundtrack on Nintendo Music is a testament to Nintendo’s continued innovation in digital content and fan service.

As the Nintendo Switch ecosystem grows, features like the Nintendo Music app further solidify Nintendo's position as a leader in both gaming and interactive entertainment.

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