Hyrule Warriors Wii U Game Announced

Nintendo announced in today's Nintendo Direct that they are developing a new The Legend of Zelda game for the Wii U alongside with Koei, the developers of the Dynasty Warriors franchise.


Tentatively called "Hyrule Warriors" internationally (or Zelda Musou in Japan), this game combines Dynasty Warriors' style of gameplay with The Legend of Zelda's rich mythology. Nintendo's Satoru Iwata clarified that this is not the promised Zelda U game, but a spin-off of the long-running Zelda franchise.

Hyrule Warriors is set for a 2014 release for the Nintendo Wii U.

Zelda: Majora's Mask's Skull Kid Confirmed to Appear in Super Smash Bros. 3DS/Wii U

It is officially confirmed that Skull Kid from The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask will make an appearance in Super Smash Bros. for the 3DS/Wii U as an Assist Trophy!

This revelation also confirmed the return of Assist Trophies, which first made an appearance in Super Smash Bros. Brawl for the Wii. Here's what Director Sakurai has to say about it:

Pic of the day. Here's a new Assist Trophy--the Skull Kid! I repeat, it's an Assist Trophy, not a new fighter. The characters announced on the website are the fighters!

Super Smash Bros. for 3DS & Wii U is set to be released this 2014.

A Link Between Worlds, Now Placed in the Official The Legend of Zelda Timeline

The official Bandai of America Twitter account tweeted the updated The Legend of Zelda timeline, now including the latest addition to the franchise, A Link Between Worlds for the Nintendo 3DS.

The game is promoted as a sequel to a Link to the Past, to be specific, it takes place 6 generations after the end of it. As seen in the timeline, the game takes place after the events of Link's Awakening.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released last November 22nd. In addition, a special gold Nintendo 3DS XL will be released on the same day, which contains a download code for this game.

[via Zelda Informer]

The Legend of Zelda Producer Eiji Aonuma Having Fun in New York w/ Link's New Paper Powers!

The official Nintendo YouTube channel posted a new promo for The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds features Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma trying to escape guys from Nintendo of America so that he can have fun in New York!


Taking place 6 generations after the end of A Link to the Past, and just like all Zelda games, the game will feature a new Link, who is related to A Link to the Past's Link.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released November 22, 2013. In addition, a special gold Nintendo 3DS XL will be released on the same day, which contains a download code for this game.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Nintendo 3DS Game Launch Trailer

This week's Nintendo Direct featured the launch trailer of The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds for the Nintendo 3DS (2DS). The trailer revealed that aside from the new powers, players can fight Shadow Link.


Taking place 6 generations after the end of A Link to the Past, and just like all Zelda games, the game will feature a new Link, who is related to A Link to the Past's Link.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released November 22, 2013. In addition, a special gold Nintendo 3DS XL will be released on the same day, which contains a download code for this game.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Nintendo 3DS Game Commercial

Here's the live-action commercial for the The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds for the Nintendo 3DS (2DS). What's interesting is that it seems that they went a bit retro when it comes to this ad.


Taking place 6 generations after the end of A Link to the Past, and just like all Zelda games, the game will feature a new Link, who is related to A Link to the Past's Link.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released November 22, 2013. In addition, a special gold Nintendo 3DS XL will be released on the same day, which contains a download code for this game.

Some Samples of the Music of The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds

The Legend of Zelda franchise is best known for its music and just recently, Nintendo's YouTube channel posted a sample of some tunes that you will hear in The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds for the Nintendo 3DS.


The songs featured in the video are: Hilda's Theme, Ravio's Theme and Yuga's Theme. The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released November 22, 2013.

Special Gold The Legend of Zelda Nintendo 3DS XL Revealed

Continuing the tradition of releasing something gold every time there is a new The Legend of Zelda game, game producer Eiji Aonuma announced the special gold Nintendo 3DS XL!


According to IGN, this special Nintendo 3DS XL comes with a special download code for the new Zelda game, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. This special bundle will be available on North America on November 22 and costs $219.99.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Specific Timeline Placement Revealed

In an interview with Spike, The Legend of Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma revealed where does A Link Between Worlds take fall in the Zelda timeline.

As we all know, the game takes place years after the end of A Link to the Past, but where exactly? In the interview, they used the Hyrule Historia as a reference to where the new game takes place. Using the book, he pointed the exact location of A Link Between Worlds, which is:

Pointing to the Decline of Hyrule and the Last Hero branch, right between the Golden Era and Era of Decline, after Link's Awakening and before The Legend of Zelda.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released November 22, 2013.

[Source: Zelda Informer]

New The Legend of Zelda Wii U Game Details Will Be Revealed in E3 2014

The Legend of Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma revealed in his interview with Mashable when will he tell details about the new Zelda game for the Wii U.

Aside from revealing the influences behind Wind Waker's art style (which is anime) and talk about A Link Between Worlds, he also revealed that info about the new Zelda game for the Wii U will be revealed in E3 2014.


This year, The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker got a HD remake for the Wii U. The sequel of The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released this November 22nd for the Nintendo 3DS.

But for fans who are patiently waiting for a new entry to the Zelda franchise for the Wii U, seen above is a The Legend of Zelda tech demo seen in E3 2011 to give us fans a taste on what to expect in the game.

Latest The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Nintendo 3DS Trailer

The official Nintendo YouTube channel posted a new trailer for The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds for the Nintendo 3DS (2DS). The trailer gives us an idea of the game's plot and introduced us to a new world called "Lorule".


Also seen in the trailer is the villain named Yuga, who can turn himself or people into paintings with his/her brush. Taking place 6 generations after the end of A Link to the Past, and just like all Zelda games, the game will feature a new Link, who is related to A Link to the Past's Link.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released November 22, 2013.

[Source for Yuga Info: Zelda Informer]

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Latest Nintendo Direct Gameplay Video

This week's Nintendo Direct featured some new info about The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds for the Nintendo 3DS. Aside from the new information and the new Link artwork, the Direct also featured a new gameplay video.


Nintendo President Satoru Iwata confirmed in the Direct that there are two Triforces featured in the game, which can be found in their respective worlds. The game was earlier confirmed to take place 100 years after the end of A Link to the Past, and just like all Zelda games, the game will feature a new Link, who is related to A Link to the Past's Link.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released next year.

Veteran Swordsmith Forges Life-Size Master Sword Replica

In the latest episode of Man at Arms, veteran swordsmith and propsmaster Tony Swatton finally forges the Master Sword from The Legend of Zelda series.


The Master Sword was first seen in the third Zelda game called "A Link to the Past". This weapon later became a key element to the fifth Zelda game called "Ocarina of Time". This sword was used by a men whose name is Link. The true origins of this weapon was revealed in the 16th game in the franchise called "Skyward Sword".

The Legend of Zelda Animated Movie Pitch Video

Prior to filing their bankruptcy, Imagi Studios (TMNT, Astro Boy) made a pitch back in 2007 for a The Legend of Zelda animated movie. Obviously, Nintendo rejected the pitch.


The animated pitch was directed by Adam Holmes, said pitch was posted in his site as part of his online portfolio. What do you guys think of this The Legend of Zelda animated movie pitch? Will you watch it if Nintendo decided back to start this project?

via Bleeding Cool

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Latest Gameplay Video

A few weeks ago in this year's San Diego Comic Con, Gamespot had a chance to talk with Nintendo translator Bill Trinen and see new gameplay footage for The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds game for the Nintendo 3DS.


Aside from showcasing the game's new features, such as the item gauge, the return of the classic top-down view and classic A Link to the Past dungeons getting new designs, he revealed where does this game take place in the Zelda timeline.

The game will take place 100 years after the end of A Link to the Past, and just like all Zelda games, the game will feature a new Link related to A Link to the Past's Link.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds will be released next year.

via Zelda Universe

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Nintendo 3DS Trailer

The title of spiritual successor of The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past SNES game is finally revealed. Entitled "The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds", this game is planned to be released this year.


Taking place in the same world like that of A Link to the Past, this new game will feature an original story and new dungeons. The new game will feature a "top-down perspective, a heightened sense of verticality in dungeons will make use of the system's 3D screen."

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to Past 3DS "Sequel" Game Announced

Nintendo announced that a spiritual successor for the classic SNES game, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past will be released for the Nintendo 3DS this year. The title of this new game is still unknown as of this writing.

Taking place in the same world like that of A Link to the Past, this new game will feature an original story and new dungeons. The new game will feature a "top-down perspective, a heightened sense of verticality in dungeons will make use of the system's 3D screen."


In addition, Link can become flat drawing, enabling him to move on walls, and corners that can only be accessed using that skill. With this new skill, Link can explore new areas and special puzzles that require this skill.

This spiritual successor to The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past will be released this year.

Source: Siliconera, Digital Spy

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia Book Promo

Dark Horse has just posted the official The Legend of Zelda guidebook called "The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia". This hardbound book with nearly 300 pages contains a lot of info about the franchise and its rather messed up timeline.



The book contains never-before-seen concept art, the full history of Hyrule, the official chronology of the games, and much more! It also contains an introduction by Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto and information about Link's adventures coming from the creators themselves.

The book also comes with a bonus comic by Akira Himekawa, the creator of The Legend of Zelda manga.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia is published by Dark Horse Books in association with Nintendo and is set to be released on January 29, 2013.