If you’ve ever been in the mood to listen to some of the classicNintendosoundtracks, you’ve probably realised that it’s really tough to find a good and legitimate source. You may have found them on some obscure YouTube playlist, only to realize it’sbeen taken down by Nintendo’s army of lawyers, as with many other Nintendo related things.
It seems the company is finally giving us an official source via which we can listen to current and classic tracks. However, instead of a channel or playlist on an already existing app or service, you’ll have to download a separate app and have a Nintendo Switch Online account. The Nintendo Music app will be available for smart devices later today.
One Stop Shop For Your Nintendo Tunes
Nintendo Music, which will launch in a matter of hours, is a separate app on which you’ll be able to listen to your favourite soundtracks. This lines up with all thetakedowns that the company’s lawyers have facilitatedon other music streaming platforms over the years, consolidating its treasure trove of music all in one place.
“Kick back and enjoy some Nintendo tunes with Nintendo Music, the exclusive smart-device app for Nintendo Switch Online members that lets you stream or download Nintendo soundtracks, create and share playlists, browse music by different categories, and more,” says Nintendo in theannouncement for the app.
As with all Nintendo things related to the internet, availing of Nintendo Music is not very seamless. First, you’ll require a Nintendo Switch Online account. So, if you’re someone without a Switch, you’ll need to create and pay for an account just to avail of the music app. Then, you’ll need to download the app to your smart device and follow what will probably be an arduous linking process.
The app will be available for all Android and Apple devices, and give you access to music of everything from theSuper Mario seriestoNintendogs. It does have some neat features too, though. you may customise playlists based on what games you’re playing on your Switch, hide soundtrack spoilers for games you’ve not yet finished (certain music might give away a surprise boss or cameo), and seamlessly loop tracks to create 60-minute versions of them.
