The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
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Monolith Soft launches website celebrating their work on Zelda series
Monolith Soft has launched a new website to celebrate their contributions to the The Legend of Zelda series, including work on Skyward Sword, A Link Between Worlds, Breath of the Wild, and Tears of the Kingdom. The company is also actively hiring for future Zelda titles, likely for the Nintendo Switch platform.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai art book revealed, pre-orders open
Dark Horse, in collaboration with Nintendo, has announced the upcoming release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Secrets of the Zonai hardcover art book. Pre-orders for the book are now open.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai art book revealed, pre-orders open
The author expresses a preference for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild over The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, despite initial anticipation for the latter. They found Tears of the Kingdom overwhelming and boring, yearning for the calmness of its predecessor, a sentiment they also experienced with Cyberpunk 2077.
Nintendo pre-order updates – April 5, 2026 – Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Secrets of the Zonai, Mario Galaxy Movie, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for April 5, 2026, detailing numerous upcoming releases across various platforms including the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes games like The Rogue Prince of Persia, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai, alongside amiibo and book releases.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – April 5, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia with another strong week
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of April 5, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. South of Midnight debuted at #9, while Super Meat Boy 3D and Darwin’s Paradox dropped out of the top ten. The charts list the top 30 games and top 30 download-only titles.
These Nintendo games didn’t get DLC, but could have
This article discusses several major Nintendo games that have not received substantial downloadable content, exploring potential additions that could have enhanced them. Titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey are highlighted as examples of complete experiences, while others like Mario Party Superstars are noted for their lack of post-launch expansions.
Crimson Desert: Spire of the Stars Puzzle Guide
This guide for Crimson Desert focuses on its puzzles, acknowledging that while the game may not prioritize story, its narrative is slowly and uniquely told. The author compares the exploration-based gameplay to titles like Elden Ring and Minecraft, suggesting that the core appeal lies in discovery rather than plot.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 4, 2026 – Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 overtakes Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 4, 2026, show Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 reclaiming the top spot, surpassing Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen. This resurgence is attributed to renewed interest following the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
New Huzzle Legend of Zelda Puzzle Features Addison and Hudson’s Sign
Hanayama has announced two new The Legend of Zelda Huzzle metal puzzles featuring the Hylian Shield and Addison holding the Hudson Construction sign. These puzzles will launch in Japan on April 25, 2026, with the Hylian Shield rated as easier and the Addison puzzle being one of the most difficult. Both are expected to eventually release worldwide.
Crimson Desert: Dragon Stone Chamber Puzzle Solution
This guide provides a solution for the Dragon Stone Chamber puzzle in Crimson Desert. While the game's story is delivered slowly, the core gameplay loop of exploration and puzzle-solving is highlighted as a primary draw, comparable to titles like Elden Ring and Minecraft.
Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom - Secrets Of The Zonai Book Is Now Available To Preorder
Dark Horse is releasing "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai," an art and lore book chronicling the game's development. Available in standard and "Hero Edition" formats, both versions include extensive concept art, illustrations, and insights from the development team, with over 80 pages dedicated to the game's new myths and legends. Preorders are now open, with shipping expected in October.
Crimson Desert: Traces of Intruder Quest Guide
This guide for Crimson Desert focuses on the 'Traces of Intruder' quest, acknowledging that while the game's narrative is slow-paced, it can become engaging over time. The article highlights that players may be drawn to Crimson Desert for its exploration elements, similar to games like Elden Ring and Valheim.
Xbox FanFest: Going on Tour for a 25th Anniversary Celebration
Xbox is embarking on a 25th Anniversary Celebration Tour for FanFest, visiting various locations. The article touches upon the importance of story in games, using titles like Elden Ring and The Legend of Zelda as examples, but ultimately focuses on Crimson Desert's slow-paced narrative and its appeal as an exploration-based game similar to Minecraft and Valheim.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Will Get A Premium Art Book This Fall
An art book for the turn-based RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will be released this fall, with a standard edition available for $57 and a Collector's Edition for $100. The 352-page hardcover book from Sandfall Interactive and Udon Entertainment features extensive artwork and developer insights. The article also mentions upcoming art books for other titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
The Hero's Edition of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai Launches on Amazon at a Discount
Dark Horse has announced a new art book for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, which is now available for preorder on Amazon. The book delves into the secrets of the Zonai and is being offered at a discount.
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Secrets of the Zonai Art Book Announced for October 2026
Dark Horse has announced "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Secrets of the Zonai," a 472-page hardcover art and lore book set for release on October 20, 2026. The book will feature production art, interviews with key developers, and over 80 pages detailing the history of the Zonai. Two editions will be available: a standard version and a deluxe Hero's Edition.
There's A New Zelda Art Book Coming Out, And It Looks Awesome
Dark Horse and Nintendo are releasing a new art book titled 'Secrets of the Zonai' focused on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. The book will feature illustrations, concept art, and interviews with the game's development team, with standard and collector's editions available for pre-order.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Secrets of the Zonai art book revealed
Dark Horse, in collaboration with Nintendo, will release The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Secrets of the Zonai hardcover art book on October 20, 2026. This is assumed to be the English localization of the Japanese 'Master Works' book.
Dark Horse reveals Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Secrets of the Zonai art book
Dark Horse will release a new hardcover art book titled "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Secrets of the Zonai" on October 20th. The 424-page book will explore the lore and development of the game, with a standard edition priced at $59.99 and a deluxe Hero's Edition at $119.99.
Dark Horse Reveals The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom—Secrets of the Zonai Art Book
Dark Horse Comics has announced a new art book titled 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom—Secrets of the Zonai'. This addition expands their best-selling series of art books dedicated to The Legend of Zelda franchise, focusing on the lore and art of the latest installment.