The Legend of Zelda
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Our time with Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave! Pure Nintendo Podcast E183
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode E183 features discussions on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, with hosts Jem and Kirk sharing their experiences and opinions on the game. They also touch upon upcoming Zelda concerts, horror-themed titles for Halloween, and a new Castlevania demo.
What does your dream videogame concert look like?
The author discusses the rise of video game concerts and shares their ideal dream concert lineup, featuring music from various Final Fantasy titles, Kingdom Hearts, Kameo: Elements of Power, and Tekken remixes. They express a desire for more live orchestral performances of game soundtracks.
Save 44% Off the Officially Licensed The Legend of Zelda Mini Backpack
A 44% discount is available on an officially licensed The Legend of Zelda mini backpack, allowing fans to represent the Kingdom of Hyrule. This merchandise deal offers a chance to purchase themed accessories at a reduced price.
FZ Play: Fotograferar i svartvitt för ISK med Toem 2!
The FZ Play stream will feature a preview of the recently released indie game Toem 2, developed by Something We Made. The game continues the charming black-and-white aesthetic of its predecessor, focusing on photography and exploration with new mechanics like cutting objects with the camera. The stream will also touch upon comparisons to The Legend of Zelda and Mulle Meck.
Surreal Psychological Horror Adventure Deperson Is Coming to Steam
Error Thing's psychological horror adventure game, Deperson, is coming to PC in Q2 2027 and is available to wishlist on Steam. The game features a hand-drawn dystopian world, point-and-click gameplay with puzzles and platforming, and a story about a man with amnesia exploring his identity. It is published by Parco Games.
Evening Reading - September 29, 2026
This roundup covers several gaming news items including Sony's withdrawal from CES 2027, the upcoming reveal of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and a significant update for Deadlock. It also highlights a new concurrent player record for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on Steam following its remaster, and reviews for Minecraft Dungeons 2 and the Razer Naga V3 Pro mouse.
The Legend of Zelda-Like Nulphia Drops Its First Demo on Steam
Nulphia, a new top-down action-adventure game inspired by classic Zelda titles, has released its first public demo on Steam. Developed by solo indie developer Kirill Poletaev, the demo offers 2-3 hours of gameplay and supports English and Russian languages, as well as controllers and the Steam Deck.
New wave of LEGO sets being retired this year, including Super Mario and Animal Crossing products
A significant number of LEGO sets, including those from Super Mario, Animal Crossing, Sonic the Hedgehog, Minecraft, and Fortnite, are scheduled for retirement by the end of 2026. This news comes as a new wave of LEGO Super Mario sets is planned for 2027, and a new Link and Epona set for The Legend of Zelda has also been announced.
Nintendo stores celebrate 40 years of Zelda with special displays
Nintendo stores are celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda franchise with special in-store displays. Commemorative items, including a themed Nintendo Switch console and Pro Controller, are set to release in October.
[Let’s Talk] How many themed Nintendo systems do you own?
Nintendo is releasing a themed Nintendo Switch console next month in celebration of The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary. The article asks readers if they own any themed Nintendo systems and if they plan to purchase the new Zelda-themed Switch.
Ubisoft's Mario + Rabbids team reportedly came close to making an "ambitious" Zelda game starring Ganondorf, but it wasn't to be
Ubisoft Milan, the studio behind Mario + Rabbids, reportedly pitched an "ambitious" Zelda spin-off starring Ganondorf to Nintendo. Despite initial interest, Nintendo eventually rejected the prototype in late 2023, leading to the project's cancellation and the departure of co-creator Davide Soliani. Conversations between the two companies have since reportedly broken down.
Ubisoft was reportedly working on a new Legend of Zelda game starring Ganondorf, only for Nintendo to shoot it down
Ubisoft Milan reportedly pitched a Legend of Zelda game starring Ganondorf to Nintendo, which was codenamed Goliath. After initial approval, Nintendo rejected the prototype by the end of 2023, leading to the project's cancellation. This cancellation is speculated to be the reason why key developers left Ubisoft to form their own studio.
Ganondorf almost got his own Zelda spin-off by Ubisoft claims report
A report claims that Ubisoft Milan pitched a Legend of Zelda spin-off game codenamed 'Goliath' to Nintendo, which would have featured Ganondorf as the playable protagonist. The prototype was reportedly built in late 2023 but was rejected by Nintendo in November 2023. Discussions for other collaborations between Ubisoft and Nintendo have since broken down.
Ubisoft Almost Made a Zelda Game With Ganondorf as the Protagonist
Ubisoft Milan reportedly pitched a Legend of Zelda game to Nintendo that would have featured Ganondorf as the protagonist in a new universe. The concept ultimately fell through, becoming a significant 'what-if' scenario in gaming history.
Nintendo Reportedly Canceled A Ubisoft-Developed Zelda Game Starring Ganondorf
Nintendo reportedly canceled a Legend of Zelda spin-off game developed by Ubisoft Milan that would have starred Ganondorf. The prototype was rejected in late 2023, leading to the departure of director Davide Soliani and other team members to form their own studio. Ubisoft attempted to pitch other IPs like Star Fox and Mario, but these were also unsuccessful.
Resident Evil is the most successful video game movie yet, and should be the template for game adaptations going forward
Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie is praised as a successful adaptation that prioritizes tone and atmosphere over direct character inclusion, setting a new template for game adaptations. While previous films, including the Milla Jovovich series and Welcome to Raccoon City, are criticized for their missteps, Cregger's original story is seen as a groundbreaking success that captures the spirit of the games.
Nintendo and Ubisoft partnered for a Zelda game that was eventually canned
Ubisoft Milan pitched a cancelled game to Nintendo set in The Legend of Zelda universe, tentatively titled Project Goliath. Nintendo expressed interest but requested the game star Ganondorf instead of an unknown protagonist, a change that ultimately did not lead to the game's development.
Rumor: Mario + Rabbids dev pitched Zelda spin-off to Nintendo featuring Ganondorf
Ubisoft Milan, the developer behind Mario + Rabbids, reportedly pitched a Legend of Zelda spin-off starring Ganondorf to Nintendo in 2022. Despite developing a prototype, Nintendo rejected the project in late 2023, leading to the dissolution of the team and the departure of key personnel.
Nintendo Turns 137 Today, Making It Older (And Better) Than Sliced Bread
Nintendo celebrated its 137th anniversary, highlighting its origins as a playing card company in 1889 before evolving into a gaming powerhouse. The article contrasts Nintendo's age with various inventions and cultural milestones, noting it predates commercial sliced bread, the Eiffel Tower, and the Wright Brothers' first flight.
The 40th Anniversary Zelda Switch 2 case is finally at Amazon, but I don't think it's worth your hard-earned…
A 40th Anniversary Legend of Zelda-themed carrying case for the Nintendo Switch 2 is available for $39.99, but the author argues it's overpriced and lacks quality compared to alternatives. While the design is appealing to collectors, cases from Orzly and PowerA offer better value, protection, and features for a similar or lower price.
