Published on: July 29, 2025
Nintendo Expands Nintendo Music Library with Classic Mario Paint Soundtrack for Switch Online
Nintendo continues to enrich its digital content offerings by making the iconic Mario Paint soundtrack available through the Nintendo Music app.
Originally launched for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1992, Mario Paint is renowned for its innovative blend of art and music creation tools, earning a dedicated following and inspiring countless nostalgic memories among longtime Nintendo fans.
Now, Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can both play Mario Paint through the SNES app and enjoy its memorable music catalog anytime on their mobile devices.
The full Mario Paint soundtrack was added to the Nintendo Music app this week, highlighting Nintendo’s commitment to preserving and celebrating its legacy titles.
The new addition brings a total of 19 tracks to the music library, featuring memorable selections such as "Title Theme 1," "Drawing Board 1," "Precomposed Melody 1," and the entire collection of quirky "Gnat Attack" levels and themes.
Collectively, the Mario Paint music suite adds 28 minutes of gameplay-inspired tunes, allowing fans to tap into 16-bit nostalgia on demand.
Reflecting on the update, a statement from Nintendo emphasized the value of nostalgia and digital preservation: "We are excited to offer fans more ways to experience the charm and creativity of classic Nintendo titles.
With the Mario Paint soundtrack now included, Nintendo Music continues to provide access to beloved tunes from our rich gaming history."
The Nintendo Music app, available at no additional cost on Android and iOS devices, requires an active Nintendo Switch Online membership for access.
Subscribers can now browse a growing library of 87 official soundtracks from Nintendo’s most influential games.
This robust offering underscores Nintendo’s strategy to retain engagement among its fanbase by packaging retro content and exclusive features with the online subscription service.
Nintendo Switch Online has steadily expanded its roster since launch, featuring classic gaming libraries from the SNES, NES, Nintendo 64, and Game Boy consoles.
The addition of Mario Paint to both its playable SNES lineup and music collection demonstrates Nintendo’s dedication to offering multi-platform content that appeals to both long-time fans and newcomers alike.
For those eager to revisit or discover the soundtrack’s creative flair, the Nintendo Music app offers a seamless way to relive Mario Paint’s upbeat tunes.
The full list of available Mario Paint tracks can be viewed within the app, along with the rest of Nintendo’s extensive music catalog.
With this update, Nintendo further cements its role as a steward of gaming culture while ensuring its vast musical heritage remains easily accessible for today’s audiences.
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