Nintendo Power Volume 003 (November / December 1988)
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Length | 107 Pages | |
Nintendo Power: November/December 1988 is the third issue of Nintendo Power magazine. Up through the end of 1990, Nintendo Power magazine volumes were released covering two-month periods of time, and they were not generally numbered in or on the magazine until Volume 16 (September/October 1990), although "Strategy Guide" issues before this carried a dual "SGxx/NPxx" numbering.
Zelda Content
Powerful Gift Ideas (pp. 39-40)
As part of a Holiday Gift guide, numerous Nintendo pieces were listed for sale. While prices were not given, contact information with the various distributors were provided.
- Nintendo Baseball Camps (Universal Industries) - With hats for The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario Bros., and Punch Out!!
- Super Mario Bedding (Spring Industries) - Bed Sheets, Pillow Covers, and a Comforter featuring The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario Bros.
- Nintendo Beach Towels (A La Carte / Saydah) - Beach towels for The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario Bros.
- Action Figures (Hasbrow Industries) - Four action figures of Link in scenes from The Legend of Zelda
- Nintendo Back Packs (Imaginings 3) - Backpacks that feature Link and Mario, as well as one just for Super Mario Bros'
- Nintendo Stickers (Imperial Toy) - Stickers from The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario Bros.
- Nintendo Shirts (Shift Shed) - T-shirts and Tank Tops from The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario Bros.
NES Advantage & NES Max (p. 57)
An advertisement is shown for the NES Advantage and the NES Max controllers. The different controllers offer unique mechanics as well as control schemes, including using a joystick, cycloid, or offering slow-mo or turbo functionality. For each configuration, Nintendo Power shows which features come in handy in which particular games. The Legend of Zelda is listed third for best game using the Turbo Function.
Pak Watch (p. 81)
For the third straight issue of Nintendo Power, The Adventure of Link is listed in the Pak Watch. Still slated for a December 1988 release, with very limited quantities.
Captain Nintendo (pp. 82-84)
Part I of Captain Nintendo's adventures are featured in this volume. Originating as a story taking placing at the Nintendo of America headquarters in Redmond, Washington, things take a turn for the worse for the employees there when a package is delivered to the office. At the end of the story, Princess Zelda appears, as well as Ganon. Artwork of Ganon is featured within the issue of Nintendo Power. Furthermore, a preview Part II is discussed, with mentions of Darknuts, the Lost Woods, and of course, Link.
Giant Giveaway (pp. 85-91)
As part of a holiday giveaway, Nintendo Power was rewarding readers with prizes of various NES games, with over 600 winners to be selected. In order to qualify, readers needed to fill out the Player's Poll response card and send it in to Ninteno Power. Winners were selected at random drawing from all eligible entries.
Part of the giveaway included a bundle containing The Adventure of Link, Super Mario Bros. 2, and an NES Adventure. Ten of these bundles were given out by Nintendo.
The Player's Poll questions were about trying to gauge readers interest in various titles for the NES. A number of pieces of official artwork of Link from The Legend of Zelda were shown. Readers were asked which games they'd like to see reviewed, which games they plan on purchasing, and which games are their top five favorite games. There were 112 NES games listed to choose from, including The Legend of Zelda and The Adventure of Link.
Dr. Power's Ten Telling Questions (p. 93)
As part of the Player's Forum, there was a test with ten questions related to video game playing. Two of those questions had answers related to the Legend of Zelda?
Of the following, who do you admire most?
- A. Jay Leno
- B. Gleeok
- C. Howards Phillips
What is the greatest challenge you've ever had?
- A. Having to wait for "The Adventure of Link."
- B. Learning to pronounce "Kid Icarus."
- C. Starting a Local Fun Club.
Celebrety Profile (p. 94)
As part of the NES Journal section, there is a celebrety profile on late night talk show host, Jay Leno. Nintendo Powers mentions that Leno called in, asking for help on Level 7 in The Legend of Zelda. It is mentioned that Leno eventually completed The Legend of Zelda, including the Second Quest.
Invent the Ultimate Video Game (p. 95)
A contest is included in this months issue where readers can create their own video game idea. Ideas could be in the form of an essay, a picture, a song, or other formats. These ideas are then sent into Nintendo with a chance to win a part for your class, bonds for college, Nintendo Power magazine, and more. While not at all related to Zelda, artwork from The Adventure of Link is included in the competition.
Mail Box (pp. 96-97)
As part of the Mail Box, a question is asked who created Mario. In the answer from Nintendo Power, they mention that Mario was a product of the imagination of "Dr." Miyamoto. They talk about Miyamoto's other creations, which included Donkey Kong, Super Mario Bros, and of course, The Legend of Zelda.
In the Player's Forum, readers Kevin Vosburgh and Mike Boniface write in and give some tips on how to complete adventure games, such as The Legend of Zelda and Rygar. They encourage players to mape their own maps, which could be time-consuming, but will save you trouble in the wrong.
Video Spotlight (pp. 100-101)
In the Power Players spotlight, there are numerous mentions of The Legend of Zelda. Mark Timlin talks about The Legend of Zelda, mentioning that he finished the first quest in twelve days. Sean Wilson also writes in to talk about how he defeated Ganon in both the first and second quets. Diane Supowit also writes in talking about her accomplishments in defeating Ganon in both quests of the Legend of Zelda. She describes The Legend of Zelda has her favorite game, due to the added replay value of the Second Quest, as well as the numerous secrets that the player must discover.
In the Power Player Profile, Ron Smalee describes the Legend of Zelda has his favorite game due to the size of it, as well as some of the cool enemies, including Darknuts. He mentions that he beat the first quest in two weeks, and then beat the Second Quest in a week and a half. He mentions that the gaming magazines offer great tips and recalls a time it took him a long time to find the Ladder in the Second Quest, which requires Link to walk through a wall to find it. He is looking forward to future games, including Super Mario Bros. 2 and Zelda II - The Adventure of Link.
Top 30 (pp. 102-104)
In this issues Top 30, The Legend of Zelda is ranked number 1, with a total score of 8,476 points. Despite still not yet released, The Adventure of Link ranked 8th, with a total of 4,204 points. The game ranked on both the Player's Picks and Pros' Picks, but not the Dealers' Picks. Adventure of Link at this point was slated for release in December. The points are a tally of the Players' Picks, Pros' Picks, and the Dealers' Picks. While the formula to calculate the final score stayed the same, the numbers all ballooned much higher, implying there was some change in how the Players', Pros', and Dealers' Picks were chosen.
The Legend of Zelda
- Players' Picks: 2,015 points (Fourth Place)
- Pros' Picks: 3,857 points (First Place)
- Dealer's Picks: 2,607 points (Third Place)
The Adventure of Link
- Players' Picks: 1,994 points (Sixth Place)
- Pros' Picks: 1,045 points (11th Place)
- Dealer's Picks: N/A
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