Four years ago, we reported on news of a Zelda fan by the username Delmar001 working on “The Legend of Zelda Project: Hyrule Fantasy”. The goal was to recreate 1986’s The Legend of Zelda in 3D using the Unity Engine. Time passed, and we didn’t hear from Delmar for about two years between 2018 and this year. His silence was finally broken back in April, when he updated his blog, stating that after the short break he was finally ready…
Although official information about Breath of the Wild 2 is still being kept under wraps, YouTuber RwanLink already has another fan animation in order to tide fans over. The animation that preceded it, entitled “A New Cycle”, depicted Link and Zelda exploring mysterious caves before encountering a form of Ganon. The animation visualized commonly-held theories about the upcoming sequel, the practice carrying over to this recent animation as well. In particular, this new animation focuses on Princess Zelda and her desire to…
Many have criticized Breath of the Wild for being more of a concept game rather than a plot-driven adventure like past Zelda games, with some describing the open world as an empty shell rather than a dynamic place. Whether that critique is fair or not, modder Waikuteru has used that “empty shell” to bring back some of the series’ most iconic places. The modder recently dropped two new projects, adding Skyward Sword’s legendary Sandship and Ocarina of Time’s fabled Lon Lon Ranch…
A few weeks back, renowned toy and model manufacturer First 4 Figures teased the release of a PVC version of their Majora’s Mask replica. A smaller and more affordable alternative to the company’s resin Majora’s Mask, this PVC statue was promised to be a worthwhile collectible for Zelda fans. First 4 Figures recently dispensed a ton of information about their PVC Majora’s Mask statue during a lengthy launch live stream, revealing its price, features, and edition exclusives. There will be…
A few weeks back, Nintendo released Jump Rope Challenge for free on the Switch eShop. Created by a small group of Nintendo developers while they worked from home in Japan, the game allows players to simulate jumping rope with just their Joy-Con controllers. Jump Rope Challenge has been praised for its simplicity and charm, and it’s been seen as a great way to stay active in these weird times. Nintendo just released a free update to Jump Rope Challenge, which…
The Legend of Zelda and Castlevania are two of the most iconic franchises in videos games. Each series has produced genre defining games throughout the past thirty years, though the Zelda series has been much healthier in the past decade. One theme that connects these two franchises is great music, with both franchises featuring a plethora of tunes that fans almost instantly recognize. This fascinating arrangement by GLASYS combines songs from both The Legend of Zelda and Castlevania franchises. The remix…
Have you ever seen one of those impressive fan animated recreations of iconic Zelda scenes? Or have you seen really incredible Lord of the Rings-esque cinematography used in a Zelda fan film? Well, this is a little different than any of those. This animated summary of Ocarina of Time by TerminalMontage is an incredibly humorous and wrought with references to a bevy of Zelda troupes. The video encompasses only the child portion of the game, ending when Ganondorf enters the Temple…
The Great Fairy Fountain in any Zelda game is usually a void hidden deep within the caves of Hyrule. While these fountains are mysterious, the music that plays when you first enter such areas always seem to make you feel at ease. That unique sense of relaxation is perfectly exemplified by the cover we’re listening to today. This improvisational cover of the Great Fairy Fountain theme comes to us from Ichika Nito, Siros Vaziri, and Felix Martin. A unique collaboration,…
Collecting games and associated memorabilia is a hobby of mine. I’ve been known to impulse buy a plush Bloodborne doll or order a Link tunic hoodie on a whim. When I’m not able to play video games, having these things is a simple reminder of the joy they can bring. With Breath of the Wild embracing a new era of technology in Hyrule, toys and gadgets were bound to become more advanced. Let’s be honest, Link is carrying around a…
There is something that is effortlessly charming and endearing about Link’s Awakening on Switch. The animation pops off the screen, transporting players to the vibrant world of Koholint. I would love an animated show in style of Link’s Awakening… Or The Minish Cap… Or, really, any of Nintendo’s superb cartoon designs. The happy animated styles always make me wistful for a bowl of cereal and Saturday morning cartoons. And I feel the exact same way every time I see the…
