Splatoon 10th Anniversary: Full Original Game Soundtrack Now Available on Nintendo Music

Nintendo Marks Splatoon 10th Anniversary with Original Soundtrack Release on Nintendo Music Nintendo is celebrating a significant milestone for one of its most innovative franchises—Splatoon.

In honor of the tenth anniversary of the original Splatoon, which debuted on the Wii U in 2015, the company has released the game's complete official soundtrack on the Nintendo Music app.

This move is part of a series-wide celebration and adds the final piece to the trilogy's music availability, joining the previously released soundtracks for Splatoon 2 and Splatoon 3. The Splatoon series, developed by Nintendo and originally released during the Wii U era, quickly garnered acclaim for its unique blend of ink-based shooting action, colorful visuals, and dynamic soundtrack.

As of June 2024, fans can now revisit the full auditory experience that defined the original title.

The Nintendo Music app, available as a complimentary download for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers on both Android and iOS, gives users seamless access to these tracks without additional fees. The new playlist features every major theme from the first game, including standout performances by the in-universe bands Squid Squad, Chirpy Chips, Hightide Era, and the iconic Squid Sisters.

Listeners can enjoy everything from energetic multiplayer anthems like "Splattack!" and "Now or Never!" to atmospheric pieces such as "The Plaza," "Octo Valley," and the finale number "Calamari Inkantation." Each track captures the innovative soundscape that helped propel Splatoon to become a mainstay in Nintendo's modern portfolio. Alongside the in-app release, Nintendo’s Japanese X (formerly Twitter) account shared exclusive celebratory artwork commemorating a decade of inky battles, highlighting the game's continued popularity and impact.

The Splatoon series has not only expanded its audience with each sequel on the Nintendo Switch but has also built a robust online community, regular Splatfest events, and a merchandizing powerhouse from amiibo figures to apparel. Reflecting on the decade since its debut, Nintendo's commitment to preserving and enhancing the Splatoon experience stands as a testament to the franchise’s enduring appeal.

In a statement released alongside the anniversary, the company noted, 'We're thrilled to bring the full Splatoon soundtrack to Nintendo Music, giving fans a new way to relive the energy and creativity that defined the original title.' To access the new Splatoon soundtrack, Nintendo Switch Online members simply download or update the Nintendo Music app via the eShop, ensuring their subscription is active.

From there, they can stream the complete list of tracks from the original Splatoon, revisit classic multiplayer music, and experience the story mode themes that first introduced fans to Inkopolis. With this addition, Nintendo continues to honor the 10-year legacy of Splatoon, reinforcing the game's place in the publisher's storied history and offering fans worldwide a fresh chance to groove to the sounds that shaped a generation of Nintendo Switch—and Wii U—players.

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