Category: Zelda News

Yesterday, Nintendo released detailed images of several alternate costumes for characters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, including one for Link. This alternate costume bears resemblance to the Tunic of the Wild in Breath of the Wild, harkening back to Link’s design in games like the original Legend of Zelda and A Link to the Past. Link throws back on his iconic green hat and tunic, with brown sleeves and some thigh hugging shorts to complete the look (did Link borrow those…

After a week delay, the latest Nintendo Direct will stream live today at 6 PM EST, 3 PM PST. The event will feature upcoming games for both the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS, most likely many that that will release during the 2018 holiday season. You can watch the whole Direct with your pals at Zelda Dungeon right here. What are you hoping to see during today’s Nintendo Direct? Join the discussion in the comments below.

Many gaming enthusiasts are well aware that Universal is in the process of bringing Nintendo-themed attractions to its amusement parks. The company had originally called for Mario, Kirby, Donkey Kong, and Zelda areas to be built in Universal Studios Orlando — but plans have changed. According to “several credible sources” who spoke to Theme Park University, it now appears that the Legend of Zelda series will get its own full land, much in the same vein as the Wizarding World…

Since March of 2017, Viz Media has been localizing artist duo Akira Himekawa’s Twilight Princess manga, with one new volume releasing every six months. Spanning four lengthy chapters, the latest volume released this week for $9.99 on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other retailers. Throughout these first three volumes, the duo has showcased a tremendous appreciation for the source material, while also taking their fair share of refreshing creative liberties. The dynamic between Link and Midna in particular has been…

Acclaimed indie title Gone Home was recently ported to the Switch, giving Nintendo fans the chance to experience this unique adventure if they haven’t already. The game follows the story of a girl named Katie, returning home to her family after traveling abroad, only to find an empty house. It’s up to the player to search the home for clues to find out what has happened with Katie’s family during her absence and to learn just where they have gone. The game…

Breath of the Wild: a game that, arguably, gave Nintendo a win it so desperately needed in the console wars. A game that potentially redefined the future of one of Nintendo’s most beloved franchises. And most of all, a game that, even a year and a half after its release, is still making waves and winning awards. So, what’s its most recent claim to fame? Becoming the highest-selling Zelda game in the Japanese market. Sitting at a reported 1.258 million units sold…

Glitch hunters have been hard at work over past year combing through every aspect of Breath of the Wild. From speedrunning tricks to silly Stasis exploits, the latest Zelda adventure is full of glitches to find. In fact, a significant discovery was recently made in the game’s The Master Trials DLC. YouTube user Mety333 has found a way to escape the challenge rooms of the Trial of the Sword and explore the mysterious world beyond their walls. Strange anomalies exist in…

Bandai Spirits, sister company to the larger Bandai Company, is partnering with Nintendo to bring a collection of Zelda products to Japanese convenient store chains. Starting in October, fans in Japan can visit 7-Eleven, Ito-Yokado, and GEO locations to get their hands on a range of legendary items, including a Triforce clock, Zelda cutlery, and even Breath of the Wild-inspired curry. These Zelda products will be available through a lottery-style system, in which customers purchase a ticket for ¥620 yen…

Nintendo is about to release a new series of starter packs for three of the top hitters on the Switch: Breath of the Wild, Splatoon 2, and Super Mario Odyssey. That means that in about one month, fans can get their hands on a copy of each game with the corresponding strategy guide alongside it. The packs will be available for $59.99 USD each, and considering that this is the retail prices for the games themselves, that means customers will essentially be getting…

The December 7th release date of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is quickly approaching, and Nintendo is promoting its new fighting game with a new bundle, a new controller, and various other offers. The company recently announced a new bundle for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to be released on December 7th, which will include a special edition Pro Controller, a silver case, and a copy of the new Smash title. And if fans simply want the new Pro Controller a la…