The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
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The 30 Best Video Game RemakesThis article ranks the 30 best video game remakes, distinguishing them from remasters by their comprehensive rebuilding of original titles. It highlights how remakes blend nostalgia with modern sensibilities to appeal to both veteran and new players, showcasing examples from various developers like Square Enix, Capcom, and Nintendo across multiple platforms.
The 10 best RPGs for kids if you're looking for family-friendly gaming sessionsThis guide highlights ten role-playing games suitable for children, focusing on family-friendly experiences. The selection includes titles like Monster Hunter Stories 3, Costume Quest 2, and Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee, emphasizing accessible gameplay and engaging narratives for younger players across various modern platforms.
Today Is Nintendo Legend Yoshiaki Koizumi's 58th BirthdayNintendo legend Yoshiaki Koizumi celebrated his 58th birthday on April 29, 2026. Koizumi, currently Senior General Manager at Nintendo EPD, has been with the company for 35 years and has contributed to numerous iconic titles including Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and Super Mario Odyssey.
Talking Point: Is Legend Of Zelda's Link Left Or Right-Handed? Let's Look At The EvidenceThe dominant hand of Link, the hero of The Legend of Zelda series, has been a subject of debate among fans for decades. While Link was predominantly left-handed in early titles, including the original The Legend of Zelda and Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, later games like Twilight Princess (Wii version), Skyward Sword, Breath of the Wild, and Tears of the Kingdom have featured him as right-handed. This shift is often attributed to design choices related to motion controls and controller layouts, though the character's ambidexterity remains a point of discussion.
Don't miss The Third Shift, a Game Boy horror museum that cleverly entangles Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigationThe Third Shift is a new Game Boy horror game that blends Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation. Players take on the role of a security guard at a museum with a dark history, navigating exhibits and uncovering secrets while being surveilled. The game cleverly uses multiple perspectives and fixed camera angles to create a unique and unsettling experience.
Mailbox: The Wii U's Legacy, Mii Singing, Hippos - Nintendo Life LettersThis month's Nintendo Life Mailbox features discussions on favorite Nintendo hippos, the legacy of the Wii U in light of Switch ports, and creative ways players customize their experiences in games like Tomodachi Life and Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The segment also touches on the creative use of puns in Nintendo Life articles and briefly mentions Shigeru Miyamoto.
Feature: A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 YearsNintendo Life looks back at the 69 games it has awarded a perfect 10/10 score over its 20-year history. The article details the criteria for a perfect score, emphasizing games that raise genre bars and push industry boundaries, and lists titles from Mega Man 2 to New Super Mario Bros. Wii.
6 things we want to see from a Zelda: Ocarina of Time remakeThis article discusses desired features for a hypothetical remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the Nintendo Switch. Suggestions include updated combat, potential voice acting for key scenes, a post-game epilogue, and a departure from the Breath of the Wild engine. The author also hopes for a 60 FPS frame rate, remastered music, and enhanced characterization for supporting characters.
Feature: Life, Horror, And A Bit Of Zelda - Why 'Neverway' Is One Of Our Most Anticipated Games Of 2026Neverway is an upcoming horror RPG with life simulation elements that aims to explore the anxieties of starting anew, tinged with loneliness and the spectre of a dead god. Developed by Isadora Sophia and Pedro Medeiros, the game features beautiful pixel art with a limited color palette and a deep, interconnected system of mechanics. The demo showcases a blend of relatable slice-of-life moments and Zelda-style action combat and puzzles, with a planned release for Nintendo Switch in October 2026.
Talking Point: Which Zelda Game Would You Most Like To See Remade?This article discusses which games in The Legend of Zelda series fans would most like to see remade. While rumors of an Ocarina of Time remake for the Switch 2 persist, various writers express desires for remakes of titles like Majora's Mask, Zelda II, A Link Between Worlds, and Four Swords Adventures, alongside other less frequently remade entries.
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone says Link's Awakening is his favorite Zelda game because it has an "indie" feel: "It was creative and unique in a way that seems harder to find in modern triple-A games"Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone has named The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening as his favorite Zelda game, citing its "indie" feel and creative uniqueness. Barone discussed how the sense of exploration and the discovery of "special items" in Zelda games have influenced his own game design approach.
Games Inbox: Is there really going to be a Zelda: Ocarina Of Time remake?Readers discuss the possibility of a remake for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, with some expressing excitement and others skepticism about Nintendo's approach. Other topics include potential Star Fox game ideas, PlayStation 5 price increases, and the design of narrative-driven games like Life Is Strange.
23 Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games To Play Right NowThe Nintendo Switch 2 has quickly become a powerhouse for gaming, offering enhanced versions of existing titles and exciting new releases. This list highlights the best games available, from enhanced RPGs like Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster to new adventures like Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World. The article emphasizes how the Switch 2's improved hardware benefits games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Hollow Knight: Silksong, providing smoother frame rates and better visuals.
I already know Mina the Hollower is going to ruin my lifeA preview of Mina the Hollower, developed by Yacht Club Games, highlights its Game Boy Color-inspired pixel art and engaging gameplay mechanics. The author expresses strong anticipation for the RPG's release in Spring 2026 on platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, despite only experiencing a brief demo.
The Mario Game and Watch isn't my favorite version, but it does at least have the real sequel you potentially…The Nintendo Game & Watch: Super Mario Bros. handheld, released in 2020, includes the original Super Mario Bros. and its Japanese sequel, Super Mario Bros. 2 (The Lost Levels). While not the author's preferred version of the handheld, it offers official access to classic titles and a unique version of Super Mario Bros. 2, which is a reskin of Yume Kōjō: Doki Doki Panic.
The LEGO Super Mario Piranha Plant Drops to $41.99 on Amazon After a Rare 30% Discount - IGNAmazon is offering a 30% discount on the LEGO Super Mario Piranha Plant set (71426), bringing its price down to $41.99. This 540-piece set, recommended for ages 18+, features articulation in its leaves and head, and includes a small easter egg of a piggy bank in the pipe. The article also briefly mentions the LEGO Game Boy set (72046) as another Nintendo collaboration.
The Best Nintendo Switch Deals This Week (March 3, 2026)This week's Nintendo Switch deals include discounts on numerous games, accessories, and consoles, with many savings available through Woot's ongoing event. Notable game deals feature first-party titles like Pokemon Legends: Z-A and third-party releases such as Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. Accessory bundles and console price cuts on the Switch Lite and refurbished OLED model are also available.- Daily Video Game Deals Feb 23 – Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classic, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind & MoreDaily video game deals for February 24th include discounts on Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition, and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Super Mario and Yoshi Lego Set Discounted To Its Lowest Price YetThe Lego Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi set, a 1,215-piece display model for adults, is currently discounted to $104 from its original price of $130 at Amazon. This interactive set recreates the pixel art aesthetic of the Super Nintendo era and is one of nine official Nintendo Lego models available. The article also mentions other discounted and retired Lego Nintendo sets, including the Lego Game Boy and Piranha Plant.
Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games - Every First-Party Title To Pass One Million SalesThis article details the best-selling first-party games on the Nintendo Switch, listing 87 titles that have surpassed one million units sold as of March 2026. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe leads the pack with over 71 million sales, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The list includes sales figures and brief descriptions for each game, also noting some early Switch 2 titles that have reached the milestone.