The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
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Nintendo Download: No Stranger to Adventure
Nintendo has announced its latest download offerings for the Nintendo Switch, featuring new releases like Digimon Story Time Stranger and Granblue Fantasy: Relink. The update also includes classic titles for Nintendo Switch Online members, such as Fortified Zone and Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3. Additionally, pre-orders are open for Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit, and various sales and activities are highlighted.
Are these the 100 most influential games of all time?
Kitfox Games CEO Tanya Short discusses a list of the 100 most influential video games of all time, compiled by professional game designers. The list, assembled through the Polaris game design retreat, aims to serve as a tool for designers to improve their craft and create influential games.
Games Done Quick Announces Flame Fatales 2026 Schedule
Games Done Quick's Frame Fatales community has announced the schedule for its summer speedrunning event, Flame Fatales 2026, which will benefit the Malala Fund. The event, running from September 13-19, will feature speedruns of games including Mass Effect 3, Slay the Spire II, and Control, with a special VR run of Wolfenstein: Cyberpilot on Meta Quest 3. Frame Fatales has raised over $1 million for charity since 2019.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Review – A Tale Worth Telling
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a promising start to a new action-adventure series from Square Enix, featuring endearing stories, impressive exploration, and customization. While combat can become repetitive, the unique fairy companion mechanic and engaging side quests enhance the experience. The game's HD-2D art style and strong voice acting contribute to its overall charm, making it a worthwhile title despite minor pacing issues with tool acquisition.
ShackStream: The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 721
The Stevetendo Show is beginning a new playthrough of The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales on Twitch. The streamer compares the game's aesthetic to classic Super Nintendo titles like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Secret of Mana. Future streams will also feature Star Fox and other Nintendo Switch titles.
The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales review – SNES greatest hits
The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a new HD-2D action RPG from Square Enix that borrows heavily from classics like Secret Of Mana and The Legend Of Zelda. While its visuals and combat are enjoyable, the game suffers from long-winded storytelling, underutilized time-travel mechanics, and a lack of enemy variety, ultimately feeling like a derivative homage rather than an original experience.
Shigeru Miyamoto decided Zelda dungeons aren't "really that much fun" while making Ocarina of Time, but they're what I'm looking forward to in the remake
Shigeru Miyamoto expressed doubts about the fun factor of traditional Zelda dungeons even during the development of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Despite his reservations, the author finds the classic dungeon designs of Ocarina of Time to be memorable and looks forward to experiencing them with modern graphics in an upcoming remake.
Nintendo Download: Four Ages, One Mission
Nintendo's latest download update features new releases like The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales and Observer: System Redux for Nintendo Switch. The update also highlights Father's Day game recommendations, pre-orders for Devil May Cry 5, and a Game Trial for EA SPORTS FC 26 for Nintendo Switch Online members. Additionally, promotions for Nintendo Switch Online memberships and various eShop sales are detailed.
Zelda: A Link to the Past är tidernas bästa spellåt!
A massive poll conducted on the FZ forum has determined that the 'Overworld Theme' from The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is the best video game song of all time. The Zelda theme won 53% of the votes in the final round, defeating the main theme from Battlefield 1942. 'Hell March' from Command & Conquer: Red Alert secured third place.
Review: The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales (Switch 2) - An Emotional Journey Through Space And Time
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a new HD-2D action RPG from Square Enix that successfully blends real-time combat with its signature art style. The game features a time-spanning narrative where player actions in the past affect the future, leading to an emotional conclusion. Despite some performance issues on the Nintendo Switch, particularly with loading times and lag, the game offers engaging combat, rewarding exploration, and a visually stunning presentation.
The Adventures of Elliot review: Adventurer of Time
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is an action-RPG that deviates from developer Team Asano's usual turn-based style, drawing inspiration from classics like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past. While the game features a captivating story with time-travel mechanics and an engaging hero, it is hampered by a complex Magicite system and an overly talkative companion character. The game is set to release on June 18 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Loves Remaking 3D Zelda Games, But For Some Reason, Not The 2D Classics
Despite numerous remakes and remasters of 3D Legend of Zelda titles, Nintendo has notably avoided creating new versions of the franchise's first three 2D entries. While The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening received a remake, classics like The Legend of Zelda, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past have not. The article questions this decision, suggesting these foundational 2D games deserve a modern spotlight.
Snabbkollen – Vilken spelshow var bäst?
This article discusses various gaming showcases, including PlayStation's State of Play, Summer Game Fest, Xbox Games Showcase, and Nintendo Direct. It presents poll results indicating that the Xbox Games Showcase was voted the best, followed by Summer Game Fest and PlayStation State of Play, and invites readers to share their opinions in the comments.
Does The Ocarina Of Time Remake Teaser Signal Zelda’s Sanding Down Its Edges?
A teaser for the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has raised concerns about Nintendo potentially 'sanding down' the series' unique artistic edges for broader market appeal, especially in light of the upcoming live-action movie. While the remake's visuals are technically impressive, the author worries it lacks the distinct personality seen in previous Zelda titles and may be overly sanitized for mass consumption.
Recension – Mina the Hollower
Mina the Hollower is a challenging and visually stunning action RPG from Yacht Club Games, drawing inspiration from classics like The Legend of Zelda and Castlevania, with modern influences from Bloodborne. The game features deep gameplay mechanics, tough boss battles, and a rich atmosphere, but also includes accessibility options and unlockable "Feats" for players to customize their experience. It is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Direct Slated for Tuesday “Morning” – Rumor
A rumor suggests Nintendo is planning a Nintendo Direct presentation for Tuesday morning, June 9th. While details are scarce, speculation points to a potential announcement of a remake for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, possibly for a holiday season release or 2026 to coincide with the franchise's 40th anniversary.
Elementallis Review | TheXboxHub
Elementallis is a top-down adventure game developed by AnKae Games that draws heavy inspiration from The Legend of Zelda series, particularly A Link to the Past. Players control a young boy who must restore magical elements to the world, using elemental powers and a sword to conquer dungeons. While the game features a unique story and modern conveniences like autosave and fast travel, its length and late-game difficulty spikes, along with mundane visuals and soundtrack, are noted as weaknesses.
25 '90s Games That Hold Up Perfectly Today (And Where to Play Them) | TAG
This article identifies 25 video games from the 1990s that remain enjoyable for modern players, distinguishing between titles that hold up with no caveats and those that require specific versions or adjustments. It highlights how 2D pixel art generally ages better than early 3D graphics and provides information on where each game can be legally played today.
Zelda boss Eiji Aonuma became part of the series because Miyamoto saw him making his own SNES game in the wake of A Link to the Past: "I really wanted to incorporate some essence of Zelda into it"
The Legend of Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma revealed that his directorial debut, Marvelous: Another Treasure Island, which was inspired by A Link to the Past, led to Shigeru Miyamoto recruiting him for the Zelda series. Aonuma has since been a pivotal figure in the franchise, directing Ocarina of Time, Majora's Mask, and The Wind Waker.
Round Up: The Final Previews Are In For The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
Previews for Square Enix's upcoming action RPG, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, have been released ahead of its launch next month. Critics have praised its classic Zelda-inspired formula, dense world design, and customizable combat, with some noting similarities to The Legend of Zelda and Octopath Traveler. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch, with a demo currently accessible.
