The recent Nintendo music appreleased by surprise last week, promised to become the ideal meeting point for fans of the soundtracks of their iconic video games. However, Despite its interesting features, the user experience is far from perfectwhich has caused many users to perceive it as insufficient.
Although Nintendo has tried to offer a platform similar to services like Apple Music or Spotify, various problems and questionable decisions are limiting its acceptance.
Limited catalog
One of the most notable criticisms is the size of the catalog available on Nintendo Music. Even though Nintendo has more than four decades of history and a wealth of memorable soundtracks, the app only offers songs from 25 games. Although the app has recognized titles, such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Ocarina of Time, there are notable absences. For example, lovers of classics like Super Mario World or The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past will not find these pieces on the platform.
The problem is compounded by the fact that Nintendo Music appears to focus on the latest Nintendo Switch titleswhile leaving aside the extensive library of classics. Although the company promised to add more titles in the future, users consider the current proposal insufficient. Nintendo has announced that games like Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker will come to the app, but on an unclear schedule, which has increased frustration among fans.
Limitations on song extension functionality
One of the most innovative features of Nintendo Music is the possibility of extending some songs by up to an hourwhich is useful for users who enjoy listening to specific songs on loop.
However, this feature has several inconsistencies that users find frustrating. For some songs, such as the popular “Phendrana Drifts” from Metroid Prime, the extension option is not available, and Nintendo does not clearly explain why.
Additionally, selecting the extended duration of a song causes the track to restart abruptly, which breaks the continuous listening experience. For those looking for uninterrupted playback, this limitation is inconvenient and reduces the enjoyment of music.
Lack of credits to composers
Another controversial point about Nintendo Music is the absence of credits to composers. Nintendo soundtracks have been created by renowned musicians, such as Koji Kondo, but their names do not appear on the platform.
In contrast, the fictional characters of the Splatoon 3 gangs do have a prominent presence in the app, which for many fans is an incoherent decision. This lack of recognition of human composers detracts from the authenticity of the service and leaves a bad taste among those who appreciate the work of these artists.
Nintendo Music is only available on iOS and Android devices, which restricts its use for those who prefer to listen to music on their computers. The lack of a web or desktop version hinders the accessibility of the service. It is also not compatible with systems like CarPlay or Android Auto, which further limits listening options.
For users who want to listen to Nintendo music on their computers or in-car entertainment devices, these limitations are a major disadvantage. The absence of these versions limits the flexibility of the platform and forces users to resort to other alternatives such as YouTube.
The Nintendo Music app has a promising idea, but is currently failing to satisfy users due to its limited catalog, inconsistencies in functionality, and a lack of recognition for composers. Fans hope that Nintendo will implement improvements to the platform so that this app becomes a true tribute to the company’s rich musical heritage.
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