Review: The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Deluxe 8LP Boxset - A Suitably Epic Soundtrack Celebration
Nintendo is releasing a deluxe vinyl boxset featuring the Breath of the Wild soundtrack, marking the first commercial Nintendo soundtrack vinyl release outside of Japan. The collection spans eight records presented in an elegant blue-and-gold box adorned with iconic game artwork, appealing to collectors and audiophiles alike.
The multi-album format accommodates the game’s expansive and diverse musical score, which accompanies hundreds of hours of gameplay across varied environments and situations. The soundtrack was composed by Manaka Kataoka, Yasuaki Fujita, and Hajime Wakai, offering rich material for the vinyl medium.
The release reflects renewed interest in vinyl as a format for video game soundtracks, joining film scores and traditional music on collector shelves. This boxset appeals to multiple audiences: serious video game music collectors, Zelda fans seeking premium merchandise, and listeners who value the high-fidelity experience and tangible nature of vinyl. By bringing this product to Western markets, Nintendo acknowledges growing demand for physical media celebrating gaming’s artistic achievements. The Breath of the Wild soundtrack’s critical acclaim and widespread appeal make it an ideal candidate for this premium physical release.