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Ocarina of Time is a notoriously broken game in the speedrunning community. The any% category, which simply requires a person to beat the game, is particularly busted regarding exploits. Tricks such as "Get Item Manipulation" and "Wrong Warping" have allowed speedrunners to skip nearly the entire game and even fight Ganon while Link is still a child.
Breath of the Wild has been out for over two years now and you may think we've seen all of Hyrule, but a recent discovery seems to prove otherwise. By navigating Link to particular points in water and using the Sheikah Slate's camera, the device effectively serves as goggles and allows you to clearly see underwater.
Nintendo's games are known for Easter eggs and references to other franchises, but Link's Awakening in particular stands out for the sheer number of cameos. It sports a multitude of Mario characters and enemies, along with nods to Kirby and to name a few.
As of now, Cadence of Hyrule is only available digitally via the Nintendo eShop, but a recent Amazon France listing suggests a future retail release. If you're curious, clicking the image below will bring up specific details. Visiting the page allows you to preorder the game for 69,99 €, with a placeholder December 31, 2020 release date.
While there are several controller options available for playing Cadence of Hyrule, GameSpot's video producer, Jean-Luc Seipke, recognized a dance pad is truly the optimal way to indulge. It appears tinkering with a GameCube controller adapter, among other things, allows a dance pad to serve as a controller for Cadence of Hyrule.
E3 is typically the best time of the year to promote upcoming games, but it appears Nintendo also felt some of their developers deserved praise. As of E3 2019, four of Nintendo's notable developers received promotions. According to a discovery on Resetera, Eiji Aonuma, producer for the Zelda series and a developer many of us are familiar with, is now a Deputy General Manager.
If you didn't think the Link's Awakening remake was adorable and charming enough already, its new amiibo may convince you. Releasing September 20, the same day as the game itself, the Link amiibo perfectly captures the character and looks like it came straight out of the game.
Today's Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct provided an almost overwhelming amount of news for the game. We were also treated to not one, but two brand new character additions! The first is Simon Belmont! The main protagonist of Castlevania joins the Smash Bros.
The next Legendary Hero for Fire Emblem Heroes is here! The Legendary Heroes - Lucina Summoning Focus is available until 6 August, giving you a week to obtain the latest version of Lucina. Be sure to check out the trailer for our new blue bow user, if you happened to miss it.
A new summoning focus has appeared in Fire Emblem Heroes ! If you favor a more defensive playstyle, the banner for Heroes with Distant Defense might be for you! The 5★ focus units this time are Celica, Micaiah, and Rhajat. These Heroes all possess the Distant Defense skill for their A Slot.
As Tempest Trials+ begins to wind down, a new event has arrived in Fire Emblem Heroes ! Head to the Special Maps section to challenge Bound Hero Battle: Leo & Elise. As per the usual, complete the Hard, Lunatic, and Infernal difficulty maps with your strongest teams to earn a total of nine Orbs!
Although we still don't have a definitive date as to when the Nintendo Switch Online service will officially launch, we do know most of the details and that it will debut in September. With that release window drawing closer, retailers are now offering preorder codes for Nintendo Switch Online memberships.
If you enjoy Zelda-themed apparel or The Wind Waker in general, you're in for a bit of a treat. PowerA, a company known for developing a plethora of video game memorabilia, has created a new product line of lapel pins based on The Wind Waker.
The release of a new console brings with it an attempt at successful emulation, and the Switch is no exception. Revealed earlier this year, Yuzu strives to emulate Nintendo Switch software. While development with Yuzu still has a long way to go to reach peak performance, it recently hit the critical milestone of running its first 3D rendered game, Minecraft: Story Mode.
Summer is in full swing and as such, Kit and Krysta felt it was appropriate to illustrate their love of the heat in the latest Nintendo Minute. This episode has the duo playing through some of their favorite summer-themed levels from various games.
Another BHB has returned in Fire Emblem Heroes! Whether you missed its original run or just want some extra Orbs, check out Bound Hero Battle Revival: Raven & Lucius via the Special Maps menu! If you weren't around for it the first time, complete this BHB's three maps to earn a total of nine Orbs.
As the previous event calendar winds down in Fire Emblem Heroes, a new one has arrived! Check it out to see what's coming in the next month! According to the calendar, we have quite a few events beginning soon. The next Tempest Trials+ is slated to begin 15 July, with a New Heroes summoning event occurring 20 July.
The newest batch of Special Heroes have arrived in Fire Emblem Heroes ! If you have an interest in a summer variation of Linde, Young Tiki, Takumi, or Camilla, spend some Orbs on the interestingly named A Sketchy Summer banner!
Summer never seems to end in Fire Emblem Heroes, as a fourth batch of swimsuit-wearing Heroes will soon be available! A Sketchy Summer includes summer versions of Linde, Young Tiki, Takumi, and Camilla. Interestingly, this banner features our first ever dagger-wielding cavalry unit, as well as a new red dragon flier.
FE_Heroes_JP has released a teaser for the next Special Heroes Banner in Fire Emblem Heroes ! As usual, the preview includes two silhouettes of units that will soon become available. There were two summer banners last year and since we received a new summer-themed one last month, it's a fair guess this one will be as well.
You can now summon from a new skill-based banner in Fire Emblem Heroes ! The Heroes with Luna banner features Bow Hinoka, Fallen Celica and Mia as 5★ focus units. These Heroes all possess the Luna ability as their Special Skill.
The next special event is available in Fire Emblem Heroes ! Legendary Hector's Special Maps may be gone, but you can now attempt Bound Hero Battle: Hector & Matthew to face his original form in new challenges! Like previous BHBs before it, there are three difficulties which offer nine Orbs total if you fully complete them.
When someone mentions the Lost Woods in English, you usually know they are referring to the iconic location in the Zelda series. However, it seems the name is not nearly as unique in the Japanese version of the game. In fact, there are many video games in Japan that share the name with one another!
A new series of quests is now available in Fire Emblem Heroes ! Get ready to take on the Fire Blessing Quests. Similar to the other Blessing quests, this time you must use Heroes with Fire Blessings to complete specific tasks.
Grand Conquests may have just concluded, but the next event has already begun in Fire Emblem Heroes ! As the name suggests, Voting Gauntlet: Fated Battles has you support a Hero from many of the series' most renowned battles. Here's the bracket for the first round: Marth vs. Hardin Sigurd vs.
Details for the next Voting Gauntlet in Fire Emblem Heroes have been revealed! Dubbed Fated Battles, the latest Voting Gauntlet pits various protagonists against their arch-nemeses: Marth, Hardin, Sigurd, Arvis, Legendary Ephraim, Lyon, Legendary Ike and Zelgius. Here are the match-ups for the first round: The Voting Gauntlet begins this Tuesday, 2 July and will last until 7 July.
The latest Legendary Hero in Fire Emblem Heroes has arrived! With the Legendary Heroes - Hector Summoning Focus available now, until July 5, you can now attempt to obtain the latest version of Hector! If you missed the trailer and preview of his skills, we have you covered.
A new Legendary Hero is coming soon to Fire Emblem Heroes ! Watch the trailer below for more information about Legendary Hector: Marquess of Ostia! Like his previous appearances, Hector remains an armored axe user. If you're curious, a breakdown of his skills is featured at the bottom of the article.
Prepare yourselves! As Tempest Trials+ winds down in Fire Emblem Heroes , a new event begins! Assemble your strongest brigades and take part in the 4th Grand Conquests.
A new Smash Bros. release almost guarantees a newly designed GameCube controller will come with it, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is no exception. Recently announced, the latest GameCube controller is now available for preorder. For the low price of $30, you can snag the controller on Amazon.
We received a plethora of information today concerning Smash Bros. Ultimate, with one of the most notable being its all-inclusive roster. We also learned that this version of Smash Bros. will have amiibo compatibility. So, what amiibo can you use? As it turns out, all previously released Smash Bros.
With Nintendo dropping over 20 minutes of information on the next Smash Bros. during their E3 Direct, it can be difficult to remember everything. Luckily, the official website for the game is now available for viewing.
Continuing their latest trend of claiming trademarks, Nintendo appears to have their eyes on the NES as of late. Recently, Nintendo filed for an N64 trademark in Japan, but this time they're focusing on even older games and hardware. The trademarks apply to Japan, but as you can see in the image below, the title is in English.
While the Nintendo Switch has a variety of options concerning Joy-Con colors and skins, few exist for the console itself that won't damage it in some way. Enter Dbrand, a company that offers customization options for phones, tablets, and gaming consoles.
The Games Done Quick (GDQ) marathons play host to a multitude of amazing speedruns spanning every genre you can imagine, and the upcoming summer marathon, taking place in a couple of months, is no exception. GDQ has recently released their schedule for the event and it is packed with Legend of Zelda speedruns.
In case you missed it, the National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers 2018 Awards recently concluded and to the surprise of no one, Breath of the Wild walked away with a few awards. While Super Mario Odyssey ended up winning Game of the Year, Breath of the Wild held its own and also earned a couple of accolades.
The awards for Breath of the Wild just keep on coming with it taking yet another Game of the Year award, this time at the 2018 Game Developers Conference. In addition to Game of the Year, Breath of the Wild took home the gold in two other categories.
If you're fond of the LINE Messenger app, you may want to ready yourself to drop a few dollars on the new Breath of the Wild stickers. A couple of days ago, the official Japanese Zelda Twitter account informed us there are now twenty-four Breath of the Wild stickers available to purchase for LINE users.
The Prime trilogy has always featured some of the best world-building and story in the Metroid series as a whole, and perhaps even in all of gaming. The Scan Visor was a crucial element of this world-building as it allowed you to access a massive repository of information from once prosperous alien races.
It's no secret that First 4 Figures makes amazing statues and replicas, but have you ever wondered just how much work goes into creating them? If you're like me and the answer is "yes," then you'll definitely appreciate their production documentaries.
Close on the heels of the latest Nintendo Direct, an update for the Switch is now available. Nintendo of America recently tweeted System Update Version 5.0.0 can be downloaded, bringing with it a variety of new and improved features. While the update doesn't introduce anything groundbreaking, there are some nice
Since its launch, many ways to carry your snazzy Nintendo Switch with you have come about. But few are as sleek as the new Breath of the Wild messenger bag by PowerA. This officially licensed messenger bag boasts an ergonomic and stylish layout.
The Nintendo Switch may not have come to South Korea until nine months after most of the world got their hands on it, but that hasn't stopped the console from making waves with its sales. After releasing on December 1, 2017, the Switch managed to sell over 110,000 units in one month.
If you've been to Nintendo's website lately you may have noticed an extra area has been added to some of the Switch games prominently displayed. Besides the usual information for the game there is now a section dedicated to user reviews.
With the premiere of a new trailer, Nintendo has confirmed South Korea will see a release date of March 22, 2018 for Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition. Koei Tecmo will be publishing the game, and it will be playable entirely in Korean. Check out the new trailer below.
The Zelda franchise is one of the most popular for gaming-related memorabilia. From action figures to board games, there's a wide array of merchandise available to scratch that Zelda itch. One of the more notable companies, First 4 Figures, crafts figures that include a profound amount of detail and finesse.
After 43 years of helping craft legendary games for Nintendo, Takehiro Izushi has officially retired. Takehiro Izushi was a monumental engineer, producer, and developer for Nintendo whose career began in 1975.
Both Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Editon and Bayonetta 1 & 2 for the Switch are fast approaching their release date in Japan, meaning you'll be seeing them quite frequently in Famitsu. Speaking of which, ads for the aforementioned games have already appeared in the newest issue and can be viewed below.
Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition is set to come out soon in Japan, and as such, Nintendo has revealed the Japanese website for the game.
Terrible puns aside, UK company Shika Arcades is in the process of producing what may be the arcade stick to have for the SNES and Super Famicon consoles. The kicker? It's comprised primarily of bamboo.
Nintendo's surprise announcement of its newest project, Nintendo Labo, seems to have garnered quite a bit of interest from fans in the past week. If you count yourself among that group, you can now register for updates on Nintendo Labo via the Nintendo UK Store.
In one of Nintendo's latest videos, Yoshiaki Koizumi and Eiji Aonuma tackle questions fans have surely been wondering for years. Would Mr. Koizumi have lunch with Princess Peach or Princess Zelda? Which kingdom would Mr. Aonuma rather live in: the Mushroom Kingdom or Hyrule? These questions and several more are
Fans of Metroid Prime, and especially Ridley, will be happy to know that First 4 Figures has recently revealed a new preview of their Meta Ridley statue. While it had already been announced almost a year ago, this new sneak peak shows an updated version of Meta Ridley, as it has now entered the physical stages...
Awesome Games Done Quick 2018 may have concluded almost a week ago, but that doesn't mean you can't relive some of the most exciting speedruns and races that took place.
Nintendo Labo is the newest project introduced by Nintendo and what a peculiar endeavor it is. While the video about Nintendo Labo may have acquainted you with the concept, the intricacies of it are still a bit unknown.
Although they have both been out for nearly a year, the Nintendo Switch and Breath of the Wild have maintained a steady, strong number of sales every week.
Before Breath of the Wild was released, you may remember Eiji Aonuma mentioning he had been spending some time playing Skyrim. While Breath of the Wild is certainly in a league of its own, it would be difficult to say there aren't any parallels between it and Skyrim.
2018 is finally here and what better way to usher in the new year than with an Awesome Games Done Quick marathon? Beginning January 7 and spanning an entire week, this year's AGDQ is stacked with amazing games, including two from our beloved Metroid franchise.
To the surprise of many, the second DLC pack for Breath of the Wild was revealed and released during The Game Awards 2017. However, even more shocking was the footage of Link riding what appeared to be a beefed-up version of his motorcycle from Mario Kart 8.
As someone who has been a gamer practically my whole life, I'd like to think I've amassed an impressive collection of games. At least, I did think that until I saw The Last Gamer's "Ultimate Play Room." The Last Gamer currently holds the Guinness World Record for the largest game collection.
Whether you realize it or not, if you've ever searched for Metroid information within the past decade, chances are you've stumbled upon Wikitroid. It is undoubtedly one of the best places to visit if you're looking for anything Metroid-related. And now it needs your help.
2017 was an amazing year for Metroid fans and it looks like it could get even better. Geoff Keighley, host of The Game Awards, has revealed the nominees for each category of the show, with Samus Returns being a contender for "Best Handheld Game."
From its initial announcement, one of the first questions Zelda fans asked was where Breath of the Wild fits in the timeline. The answer? We still don't know. Eiji Aonuma had previously reported that Breath of the Wild occured after Ocarina of Time, but didn't provide more information than that.
I pride myself on how much thought and effort I put into avoiding work. I used to think I had the ultimate setup for lazily playing my Nintendo Switch in bed. Until now. A user by the name of Phawx...
Much like its predecessor, the SNES Classic is a great way to revisit older games and relive the glory days. Besides the games themselves, one of the most memorable things about them were their amazing manuals. Between the hand-drawn artwork peppered throughout the pages and the obligatory character introductions at the beginning of them, the little booklets just oozed charm.
Every year, the Tokyo Game Show brings with it the Japan Game Awards. For the competition, games that released from April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017 were qualified to compete within the various categories available. With eight different categories of awards possible, Nintendo did well and managed to claim numerous accolades.
The only thing better than Metroid music is even more Metroid music. Luckily for us, Luminist, an electronic artist based in the UK, has produced synthesized recreations from Super Metroid. We've actually managed to get in touch with Luminist and he's provided us with some interesting facts concerning the conception of the album, as well as some background information that...
Hey, I'm not sure if you've heard, but a new Metroid was released today! It's been some time since we've had a 2D Metroid to sink our teeth into and this remake of the second game has a ton of new stuff to experiment with.
The Pro controller for the Switch is arguably one of the best ways to play on Nintendo's newest console. With a couple of variations for the controller already having been released, it's odd that Nintendo hasn't opted to sell a Zelda-themed version yet.
With Metroid: Samus Returns releasing soon, it's difficult knowing you'll have to wait a little longer to finally be able to scratch that Metroid itch. Luckily, to coincide with Samus Returns coming out next Friday, Gonçalo "Shiryu" Lopes has created a fan-made album consisting of 70 tracks from the Metroid franchise.
It was over a couple of years ago in late 2013, but you may recall hearing about how Nintendo had a federal lawsuit filed against them by a company called iLife Technology concerning the Wii and its motion-tracking technology.
A new month brings with it new discounts and redeemable goodies on My Nintendo. Likely to coincide with Metroid: Samus Returns releasing in two weeks, one of the rewards available for EU My Nintendo members is a nice little discount on Metroid Fusion for the Wii U.
Metroid news has been trickling from Nintendo lately, and the latest Gamescom conference only added more info for us to digest about Metroid: Samus Returns. With so much being announced, there's a good chance you may have missed some of it, so here's a quick rundown on some of the notable intelligence we've gathered regarding the Metroid series this week....
Accompanying the release of a patch for Breath of the Wild a couple of weeks ago, you may remember us reporting about a new feature that was introduced called Tips from the Wild. These tips are accessible through the News channel on the Nintendo Switch, which can be visited by navigating the Home menu.
Although we know that The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch, a concrete release date is still unknown. However, a recent change to Amazon UK's listing for the game now reads that it will come out on October 23, 2017.
Upon learning of the existence of a Hard Mode difficulty in addition to Fusion Mode in Metroid: Samus Returns, many are probably wondering what the possible differences between the two modes are. Although details are scarce, an interview conducted by Eurogamer at Gamescom 2017 with co-creator of the Metroid series, Yoshio Sakamoto, helps shed a little light on the...
This year's Gamescom was packed to the brim with new information and interviews concerning Metroid: Samus Returns, but the recognition it received did not stop there. To round off the conference, Gamescom announced the award winners for their 2017 convention, with Nintendo emerging victorious in quite a few of the categories.
In just a few short weeks, PAX West will commence in Seattle, Washington. Spanning from September 1st to September 4th, a variety of panels will be hosted that detail topics ranging from gaming history to notable companies talking about upcoming games. Speaking of notable companies, it appears as if Nintendo is scheduled to host a...
With PAX West nearly upon us in early September, their official site has been updated to reveal some of the more notable events that are taking place. Interestingly, Nintendo is set to host what is being called a "special" panel in the Hydra Theater on September 2.
With the imminent release of Metroid: Samus Returns, members of the team have gathered to express what they are most looking forward to from the upcoming title. Deceptimike While I'm greatly treasuring the experience as a whole, I think what excites me most about Samus Returns is both its ambience and the new additions Nintendo...
Along with the influx of new information for Metroid: Samus Returns we've gleaned today, we have also potentially discovered what the fourth and last Aeion Ability is for Samus. The picture below was featured on Reddit and upon close examination, one can make out the details of the new Aeion Ability.
As someone who collects a good amount of figures from various franchises, I always appreciate the many different options for poses and extra items that are included. However, I think that seeing just how creative some people can be with these figures is even more exciting.
In a curious twist of fate, despite stating just a couple of years ago that they would close down their stores on Thanksgiving, GameStop locations in the United States will be opening their doors to customers this year. While their specific hours of operation have not yet been announced, we do know that it will be a shorter day than usual.
Recently, pre-orders for the SNES Classic Edition opened up on Walmart's website, but were subsequently taken down. Since then, there had been no word officially from Nintendo or retailers as to when pre-orders would legitimately begin for the United States. However, Nintendo has shed some light recently on Facebook regarding when pre-orders will become available for the retro console.
If you plan on buying your copy of Metroid: Samus Returns from GameStop, it appears as if you'll be getting a bit of a bonus, while supplies last, that is. Last week, GameStop released a tweet detailing a little added incentive for purchasing the next Metroid game from them: A retro keychain of how Samus...
As if any more hype was needed for the impending release of Samus Returns, Nintendo has obliged by releasing several gorgeous pieces of artwork from the game. Both images can be viewed in their entirety below. It's interesting how both images blend some of the new elements introduced into Samus Returns with the old.
Earlier this month, reports on the amiibo functionality in Metroid: Samus Returns began to surface, but some of the details were left ambiguous and confusing to players, particularly with the Metroid amiibo. However, on July 25, one of Nintendo's Facebook accounts began to drizzle new information regarding the usage of amiibo.
If you're the parent of a child and like to monitor what they play and for how long, you may be familiar with the Parental Controls app available for the Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo released a slew of information for upcoming games with their E3 presentation today. While it's no surprise that was featured, what may have shocked some people was the announcement of some new Zelda Amiibo. The Champions from Breath of the Wild will all be available as Amiibo at a later date.
The field of Legend of Zelda speedrunning is quite competitive, and Breath of the Wild is no exception. Recently, a Canadian speedrunner who goes by the handle anatomyz_2 (atz for short) set a new record in Breath of the Wild for the Main Quests category with no Amiibo being used.
We often report on creative and inventive ways people have of turning existing Amiibo into custom figures, but it's frequently just the finished product that you get to see. However, Nintendo Wire has a series of videos that showcase the entire process of producing your very own custom Amiibo, from the materials you'll need for the job to the finished product.
Since the release of Breath of the Wild, there have been a few Link figures released based upon his appearance in the game. However, MediCom's recently announced figure may put those to shame. Due out in December 2017, MediCom Toy Inc. have revealed their own Breath of the Wild Link figure.
Fellow fans! If you're an enthusiast for music from the Zelda universe there's a Kickstarter that you may want to support. In 2014, Sam Dillard created Metroid Cinematica, which served as a soundtrack to accompany an imaginary film based in the Metroid universe. In 2015, the same was done for Chrono Trigger with Chrono Cinematica.
While it isn't a topic of discussion that comes up too often, Germany has something called the BIU Sales Award that's given to games that sell exceptionally well. However, it certainly warrants disscussion now because Breath of the Wild managed to snag a Gold BIU Award for selling over one hundred thousand copies at retail.
Since the release of the first wave of Amiibo, passionate fans have been able to customize them in a variety of ways, even making them into new characters entirely. GandaKris is one such fan, and has been creating custom Amiibo for some time.
Over the years, the original Legend of Zelda has seen many re-releases and numerous revisions for its text. However, one mistake has been prevalent in every version, except the recently released NES Classic version of the game. The Old Man in Level 1 of the first Zelda tells the player that "EASTMOST PENNINSULA IS THE SECRET."
Twilight Princess HD has been out for almost a month now, but in case you weren't aware, you totally get to play as Link in wolf form. The latest trailer not only illustrates the various things you can do as Wolf Link, but also the different locales you'll visit, as well as some of the enemies you will encounter.
Together with Darrin from Zelda Informer, Zelda Universe's very own Alex Rosenberg and Alex Trevino recently had the pleasure of sitting down and discussing Breath of the Wild at length with Derrick of GameXplain.
With Breath of the Wild being out for nearly a month now, it was only natural for the speedrunning community to put the various versions of the game through its paces to find out which one is the fastest. After a fair amount of testing, it appears that the German version is optimal for speedrunning purposes.
For the past couple of weeks, My Nintendo Picross- The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess was only a rumor, but with the launch of My Nintendo in Japan, it is now a confirmed title that is available as a reward. In case you're curious about how the game plays, here's some footage that showcases what you can do.
A savvy Zelda fan has come up with a creative use for Breath of the Wild's G uardians, which luckily doesn't involve taking a laser beam to the face. Utilizing a 3D printer, someone has printed out a Guardian that functions as a full-fledged Nintendo Switch stand!
Ever since itwas released on PC, the community has done a stellar job modding their favorite characters from other franchises into Ultra Street Fighter IV. A recent video by IGN features a mod of a familiar character clad in green versus Roadhog from Overwatch. Cody ( not that one!
As if the impending release of Breath of the Wild wasn't exciting enough, Famitsu has revealed the cover for their latest magazine featuring a very special piece of art. The artwork depicted is of Link from the original Legend of Zelda passing on the Master Sword to Breath of the Wild's Link.
Have you ever wondered if Eiji Aonuma ever gazes at overgrown grass, longing to cut it? Does he prefer Link or Toon Link? How about if he would consume some Dubious Food from Breath of the Wild? In an interview with Nintendo UK, Aonuma answers these burning questions and more in a quickfire format.
Ever since we first laid eyes on the old man in Breath of the Wild, there has been speculation as to his importance and whether or not he is in fact a returning character from past Zelda games from the past. In a recent Q&A that Nintendo France held with Aonuma, he received a question concerning the old man.
The Zelda series is no stranger to fan-made projects, and with the rising popularity of virtual reality headsets, it was only a matter of time before something was done with A Link to the Past. In this case, its entire world map was recreated in virtual reality.
Breath of the Wild appears to be one of the most, if not the most, ambitious Zelda games in the series. Given the number of delays, the team behind Breath of the Wild's production must have had to overcome many hardships to finally complete the game.
In a surprising announcement last week, Nintendo reported that there will be DLC for Breath of the Wild in the form of an "Expansion Pass" for $20. This pass will include two packs of DLC, as well as some extra items to use in-game. As one might expect, reactions to the DLC have been mixed.
Between our new Patreon and Twitch channel, it's been a big couple of weeks for us here at Zelda Universe. However, if you frequent our website and social media often, you may have noticed another significant change. That's right: our logo has been updated!
Looking to chat with the cool people from Zelda Universe? You're in luck, as we have our own Discord! All you have to do is follow this link and the instructions. Whether it's discussing the Zelda series, video games in general, or you just want to hang out, be sure to drop by!
Continuing their steady flow of new Zelda content, Game Informer's Ben Hanson recently released another interview he had with Shigeru Miyamoto and Eiji Aonuma. The interview is concerning the importance of story in games, as well as Aonuma's little "trick" regarding Breath of the Wild's story and its implementation.
With the Nintendo Switch's release date less than two weeks away at this point, many people are beyond excited, especially if Nintendo's newly released video is any indicator. As a part of their Switch and Play Preview Tour, Nintendo is visiting select cities before the Switch's launch and letting people test it out.
Monolith Soft, a Japanese video game development studio, was recently confirmed to have had a role in the development of Breath of the Wild. While we've known of their involvement with the game, a recent interview between Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma and Gamekult has shed some light as to what role Monolith Soft played while assisting with the latest entry in the Zelda franchise.
As if Breath of the Wild's release date being little more than a month away isn't exciting enough, we've received more info on the Nendoroids of Link based off of his appearance in the game! In fact, thanks to a preview yesterday, we now know everything that will come packaged with the two versions of Link.
There's some good news for our readers in the UK! It appears that Amazon UK has opened up pre-orders for the new Zelda amiibo coming out later this year. These amiibo are part of the Legend of Zelda collection, which is comprised of Ocarina of Time Link, Wind Waker Link, Wind Waker Zelda, and The Legend of Zelda Link.
There's no real shortage of Zelda merchandise out in the world, and the Figma line from Good Smile seldom disappoints. That being said, it is with great delight that I inform you about a set of Twilight Princess figures that have been announced and are available to pre-order!
If you're interested in acquiring more figures from the Zelda series, then prepare yourself for a bit of good news! Recently, Medicom has announced that they will be releasing three new figures. The figures will all be of Link and will be boasting his appearance from Majora's Mask, Twilight Princess, and A Link Between Worlds.
A new mod for the Super Smash Bros. series seems to be making the rounds online. Those savvy about competitive Smash.are probably familiar with the Project M mod for Brawl, and it seems that this new mod for Super Smash Bros. for Wii U has a similar premise in mind.
Summer is on the horizon! And what better way to showcase your appreciation for the franchise than by sporting some -themed swimming shorts! On May 23, Merchoid will be shipping out officially merchandised Nintendo-themed swimming shorts, with Zelda being one of the themes.
2014 was kind of a strange year for games. It seemed like there was either a drought of great games being released or we were being overwhelmed by them. October and November in particular were especially hard on my wallet.
Recently, Nintendo and Koei Tecmo revealed that Epona will be a weapon for Link in the first pack of paid DLC for Hyrule Warriors. We've now received details for the rest of the pack, dubbed the "Master Quest" DLC, and what all it entails.
Despite the fact that doesn't officially release until next Friday, it seems many reputable sites and publications were given review copies of the game and have been permitted to publish them early. Nintendo is really pushing the Hyrule Warriors hype train, but does it live up to its expectations?
The NA release for Super Smash Bros. for 3DS is upon us! In less than 3 weeks, 3DS owners all over America will finally have their hands on a copy of Smash 4. Well, unless you already have a Japanese 3DS, but that's beside the point!
In a somewhat unexpected move, Nintendo has put up a demo of Super Smash Bros. for 3DS in the Japanese eShop. What makes this particularly noteworthy is that only 5 characters are playable, with Link being one of them!
If you're a fan of Super Smash Bros., you're in for a bit of a treat! Japan hosted a special Smash Bros. event that spanned from Friday to Saturday.
For the last couple of months, I've been playing Oracle of Seasons off and on and there's something I've come to realize: I really enjoy using Roc's Cape. Roc's Feather was an interesting item in its own right, but the enhanced mobility that is offered when using the cape makes it superior in every way.
Have you ever wanted to cosplay as Link or Ravio from A Link Between Worlds? Even if you don't, it's hard to deny the charm that their caps possess. Luckily enough, it seems as if NCSX Games and Toys has opened up pre-orders for both Link and Ravio's caps.
Zelda games typically adhere to a certain formula and style of play: You explore the environment around you, collect powerful weapons and upgrades, traverse dungeons while solving puzzles, and they usually end with you saving the world, or even worlds in some cases.
If you are a fan of the Smash Bros. series, there's a good chance that you've seen the 5-minute video that Nintendo released today to show off the features of the 3DS version. However, a closer look at the trailer will reveal a character that they probably hadn't intended to show off at this point in time.
Mario Kart 8 proved to be just the kind of game Nintendo needed to boost Wii U sales and it looks like it's about to get even better.
There have been many reports of bugs and issues with Hyrule Warriors , but Koei Tecmo has announced that they are working on an update that will ideally fix any and all problems users may be having.
Recently, we've covered the petition to name an NPC in a future Zelda game after Robin Williams. The petition has gained significant momentum and as of this writing, is nearing 100,000 signatures. Yesterday, Nintendo confirmed that they are aware of the petition and issued a response to Polygon concerning the matter.
We've recently learned about the Club Nintendo Promotion for Ganondorf's costumes in Hyrule Warriors, but we haven't really seen them in action. Luckily enough, Koei Tecmo released a trailer showcasing Ganondorf's Ocarina of Time and Twilight Princess skins. Hit the jump to view it!
Up until now, details have been scarce concerning what would be included in the official guide for Hyrule Warriors . However, Prima Games has opted to disclose information on everything that will be included with the guide, should you choose to purchase it.
Always a hot topic amongst Zelda fans, Sheik's gender has been discussed since the character's debut in Ocarina of Time. However, Nintendo's own Bill Trinen has decisively put the argument to rest with a statement that clarifies Sheik's gender. So, what's the verdict?
Tecmo Koei is ending the week on a high note, as we have yet another Hyrule Warriors trailer to take a peek at before the weekend hits. This one focuses on Impa and a new weapon, the naginata! Hit the jump to see it in action!
The latest Hyrule Warriors trailer is as much a treat for the ears as it is the eyes, as Sheik displays deadly proficiency with knives and a harp! How does Tecmo Koei's new trailer compare to the previous ones? Hit the jump to find out!
Looks like our week is starting out strong, as Tecmo Koei has released the official character trailer for Hyrule Warriors featuring Darunia! That's right! Everyone's favorite dancing Goron has rolled his way into the fray! Hit the jump to view the trailer!
The Hyrule Warriors trailers just keep on coming! This morning, Tecmo Koei was kind enough to release a trailer dedicated to the Princess of the Zoras, Ruto! Although we saw her in action yesterday, this gameplay video is dedicated solely to her.
We've known about Link wielding the Ball and Chain, as well as the Power Gloves for a while now, but Tecmo Koei has at long last released the trailer showing just what kind of destruction Link will bestow onto his foes in Hyrule Warriors!
Just yesterday the official Hyrule Warriors Twitter was teasing that we would be shown a new character, and without missing a beat, Famitsu has given us not just one character, but three! And the headliner for these new characters is none other than Sheik!
Good news for anyone without a Wii U living in the UK: Nintendo is offering a special T-shirt if you purchase their The Wind Waker HD Wii U bundle! And to make things even better, they're offering free delivery!
There is a 100% chance that this week's Famitsu has confirmed that Fi, the spirit of the Master Sword, is playable in Hyrule Warriors. While the official Twitter has been hinting at it for the last couple of days, it is now official.
The character trailer for the Twilight Princess has finally been revealed! Tecmo Koei has at long last released the trailer dedicated to Midna and it doesn't fail to impress. Has it been worth the wait?
What was your first Zelda game? Would you say it's your favorite out of the series? How many Zelda games have you played? Recently, an extensive survey was conducted by a curious fan of the Zelda franchise, answering these questions and so many more.
After not releasing anything new for a couple of days, Tecmo Koei has graciously blessed us with another character trailer for Hyrule Warriors! And this one is starring one of the original characters created specifically for the game, Lana!
We've received a staggering amount of information concerning Hyrule Warriors this week, but this plethora of news has also raised many new questions: Who is Lana? How does Agitha fight? How did these Twilight Princess veterans even enter the realm of Hyrule Warriors?
Another day, another new trailer released by Tecmo Koei! This gameplay footage highlights Hyrule's pillar of strength, Zelda. We normally see her in a supporting role, but after viewing this trailer, Zelda shows that she is no slouch when it comes to combat.
Impa fans rejoice! Tecmo Koei seems determined to keep pumping out information concerning Hyrule Warriors, as they have released another new character trailer Tuesday morning highlighting everyone's favorite nursemaid/bodyguard, Impa!
It's a good day for Twilight Princess fans, as Famitsu has revealed some new information about Hyrule Warriors, and a good portion of it includes characters you may be familiar with. In addition to announcing two new playable characters, we also know of a few other veterans returning from Twilight Princess.
On Friday morning, Tecmo Koei was kind enough to release a gameplay trailer centered around Link! While our hero is supposedly a knight-in-training, one wouldn't think so after seeing his incredible acrobatic moves being displayed in this action-packed video. Hit the jump to view it in all of its glory!
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The Metroid franchise has been in a strange place for some time now. Not since 2010 have we received a game where Samus starred as the main protagonist. Although Metroid Prime: Federation Force released in 2016, Samus was relegated to the role of side character. Fans of the series wanted more, and to our great...
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The Legend of Zelda, one of Nintendo's most successful and beloved franchises, is a series characterized by puzzle-solving, swordplay, and dungeon exploration. On December 18, 2013, Nintendo revealed a new Zelda game dubbed Hyrule Warriors via Nintendo Direct. To the surprise of many, Hyrule Warriors appeared to be anything but a traditional Zelda game.
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Upon booting up 1001 Spikes, one of the first things you'll notice is that you actually have 1,001 lives. 1,001 lives? How excessive, I initially thought to myself. That was the first of many, many mistakes I made while dying, er, playing this game.
With new characters, stages, modes, and careful tweaking of the entire roster, Ultra Street Fighter IV is without a doubt, the definitive version of Street Fighter IV.
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In 1998, Game Freak introduced Pokemon Red and Blue to America and with it, a template for one of Nintendo's most addictive and entertaining franchises of all-time. With a multitude of new features and improvements on previous Pokemon games in nearly every conceivable way, Pokemon Y is the Pokemon game you've always wanted and is the most thrilling entry in the series to date.