Nintendo Music Comes to CarPlay, iPad, and Siri

Nintendo Music just received its biggest update since its launch. Now, you can enjoy CarPlay support, Siri integration, and an app designed for the iPad. This means you can stream game soundtracks straight from your car’s dashboard without needing to touch your phone.

What’s New in the Update

This update rolled out on June 2, 2026, and introduces three key features to Nintendo’s music streaming app:

• CarPlay support — Browse and play Nintendo soundtracks directly from your car’s infotainment screen, which connects to your iPhone.
• Siri integration — You can ask Siri to play a specific game’s soundtrack hands-free. Just say something like “Hey Siri, play the Zelda: Breath of the Wild soundtrack on Nintendo Music,” and it should work seamlessly.
• Native iPad app — Previously, iPad users had to use a stretched-out version of the iPhone app. The new version is tailored for larger screens and uses the extra space effectively.

Why This Update Matters

Nintendo Music launched in late 2024 as a perk for Nintendo Switch Online members. Think of it as a Spotify for video game soundtracks, featuring everything from classic Super Mario Bros. melodies to newer titles like Splatoon 3.

The addition of CarPlay is a major improvement. Music apps without CarPlay support can be frustrating to use while driving. Interacting with your phone directly can be inconvenient and illegal in many areas. With Nintendo Music now on CarPlay, it competes with Spotify, Apple Music, and other popular streaming services in the car.

Siri support enhances this benefit. Instead of fumbling through menus at a red light, you can simply ask for what you want. It’s similar to asking Siri to play a playlist on Apple Music, except the catalog is entirely filled with Nintendo game music.

The iPad App Is Long Overdue

This update addresses a long-standing annoyance for iPad users. Using a phone app on a tablet often results in a small window or a blurry, stretched-out version. The new iPad layout displays album art, track lists, and navigation properly on a larger screen.

What This Means for You

If you’re already a Nintendo Switch Online subscriber with an iPhone, this update comes at no extra cost and makes the app much more useful. Now, you can drive to work with the Hyrule Field theme playing through your car speakers, just a few taps or a Siri command away.

For iPad owners, this update makes Nintendo Music finally worth using on your tablet. Whether you’re propping the app up while gaming or just listening while working, the new layout should make browsing the catalog smoother.

If you haven’t subscribed to Nintendo Switch Online yet, this update probably isn’t a compelling reason to sign up. However, if you’re already paying for online multiplayer and cloud saves, Nintendo Music is a solid extra — and it just got even better.

What People Are Saying

“Finally. I’ve been waiting for CarPlay support since this app launched. Now I just need an Android version and my life is complete.”

“The iPad app is so much better. It was always annoying running it stretched on my Pro. Album art actually looks good now.”

Further Reading

• Nintendo Music comes to CarPlay with latest app update — 9to5Mac
• Nintendo Music Now Available on iPad and CarPlay — MacRumors
• Nintendo Music on the App Store

What To Watch

An Android version of Nintendo Music has been missing since launch. As iOS gets more features, pressure may grow on Nintendo to release the app for Android. While Nintendo hasn’t made any public announcements, player demand has been steady since day one.

Keep an eye out for potential catalog expansions. Licensing game music can be tricky — some tracks involve third-party composers and publishers — so certain soundtracks have been absent since launch. Future updates might quietly fill those gaps.

Nintendo’s next major software showcase is expected later in 2026. We might see more Nintendo Switch Online perks announced alongside new game releases.