The Legend of Zelda
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Nintendo Download – October 15, 2026 (North America) – Resident Evil, Toy Story, Tales of Eternia Remastered, more
The North American Nintendo Download for October 15, 2026, features a wide array of new releases and remasters for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Titles include various Resident Evil remakes, Disney/Pixar Toy Story games, Tales of Eternia Remastered, and many more digital and retail options. The report also highlights ongoing sales and in-game events for Pokémon Pokopia.
Nintendo details Holiday 2026 plans, Mario balloon to appear in 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Nintendo has announced its holiday plans, which include the return of the Mario balloon for the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and a sweepstakes for a trip to Nintendo New York. Additionally, merchandise previously exclusive to Nintendo stores is now available nationwide online, with festive displays and events planned for Nintendo New York and San Francisco locations.
Where to buy MTG Darkhold Destiny, the supernatural new Marvel Magic: The Gathering set
The new Marvel supernatural set for Magic: The Gathering, MTG Darkhold Destiny, is set to launch on April 9, 2027. Currently, it is primarily available for purchase on Amazon and TCGPlayer, though TCGPlayer sellers have reportedly inflated prices. The set introduces the Time Stone as a chase card found in Collector Boosters.
Quick! Legend of Zelda Switch 2 stock is back on the shelves, but these consoles are moving fast
Fresh stock of the special edition Legend of Zelda Nintendo Switch 2 console has become available at Smyths Toys, following its rapid sell-out during the initial pre-order period. This 40th Anniversary Edition, featuring green and gold accents, is priced at £429.99 and is expected to ship from November 5, coinciding with the release of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
Sverige-exklusivt! The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake
This preview of the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time highlights its impressive visual fidelity and detailed environments, particularly in Kokiri Village and the Forest Temple. The game aims to balance nostalgic elements with modern enhancements, offering new character details and updated gameplay mechanics.
ShackStream: Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 758
The Stevetendo Show is featuring The Legend of Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link on its 758th episode, paying homage to the series before an upcoming remake. The stream will also include updates on Elden Ring playthroughs and previews of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave. Viewers can tune in on the Shacknews Twitch channel.
Street Fighter director says Capcom "loves" the movie and game lead describes it as "his version come to…
Street Fighter movie director Kitao Sakurai revealed that Capcom "loves" the film, with Street Fighter 5 and 6 director Takayuki Nakayama describing it as his "version of Street Fighter in his head come to life." While early reactions to the movie are mixed, Capcom has had a prolific year in Hollywood with successful adaptations of Devil May Cry and Resident Evil.
A dozen eggs and fighting game homework: Street Fighter's Chun-Li star went above and beyond with her prep because she "didn't want to disappoint the fans"
Actress Callina Liang detailed her extensive preparation for the role of Chun-Li in the upcoming Street Fighter movie, including a strict diet and studying all of Chun-Li's moves from the games. She aimed to honor the beloved character and avoid disappointing fans. The film's cast and crew, including Jon Valera, also focused on accurately representing the game's signature styles.
Merch and entertainment store Zavvi goes into administration, urges customers to check if they are "entitled to…
Entertainment and pop-culture collectible store Zavvi has gone into administration and ceased trading immediately. Customers are advised to contact their bank or payment provider to seek refunds for unreceived orders, as Zavvi can no longer fulfill them. The news came as a surprise, with the store recently being mentioned in a guide for purchasing The Legend of Zelda merchandise.
Where to buy the Hasbro Legend of Zelda Master Sword, the hard-to-find new collectible
The Hasbro Legend of Zelda Master Sword collectible is currently in stock at Walmart and Entertainment Earth in the US, though availability is reportedly low. The item is expected to ship by May 1, 2027. This replica is a detailed, though not 1:1 scale, recreation of the weapon from Tears of the Kingdom.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time – A Timeless Masterpiece?
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remains a timeless masterpiece, lauded for its revolutionary Z-targeting and immersive 3D world that influenced countless action-adventure games. Despite some aged movement mechanics, its superb dungeon design, engaging gameplay loop, and universally relatable themes of growing up continue to resonate. Koji Kondo's exceptional soundtrack further solidifies its legendary status.
Shack Chat: What gaming series do you want to see get a racing game?
Shacknews staff members discuss which gaming series they would like to see adapted into a racing game. Suggestions range from PlayStation's first-party characters and Hollow Knight to F-ZERO, Destiny's Sparrow Racing League, Shovel Knight, Halo, Pokemon, and The Legend of Zelda.
The new Ocarina of Time figures are nowhere to be found, but some of the best Zelda amiibo are back at Nintendo UK
New Young Link and Zelda amiibo figures for The Legend of Zelda series are unavailable in the UK, with pre-orders yet to appear. However, several popular Legend of Zelda Collection amiibo, including Link from Majora's Mask and Twilight Princess, are back in stock on the Nintendo UK store.
The Best Zelda Merch Deal for Prime Day Is Here and Its Both Stylish and Functional
A special deal on The Legend of Zelda merchandise is available for Prime Day, offering items that are both stylish and functional. This promotion presents a great opportunity for fans to acquire unique gear related to the popular adventure game series.
As a retro gaming expert, the biggest piece of Prime Day advice I can give is to focus on small setup improvements
This article advises retro gaming enthusiasts to focus on smaller setup improvements during Prime Day sales, rather than expecting significant discounts on consoles or emulation systems. The author suggests prioritizing retro controllers and HDMI upscalers, highlighting specific products from 8Bitdo and GuliKit as worthwhile purchases.
Order Of The Sinking Star review - the puzzle game of the generation
Order Of The Sinking Star is a monumental puzzle game from Jonathan Blow, featuring over 1,400 well-designed puzzles across four distinct types. While the game's verbose storytelling can be a detractor, the sheer quality and variety of its sliding block challenges make it a standout title, offering hundreds of hours of satisfying gameplay.
Order Of The Sinking Star Sometimes Has Too Much Of A Great Thing
Order of the Sinking Star, a puzzle game from Thekla Interactive and director Jonathan Blow, offers a vast number of challenging block-pushing puzzles across an expansive overworld. While its sheer size and complexity can sometimes be overwhelming and its narrative thin, the game's inventive mechanics, intuitive design, and forgiving quality-of-life features make it a compelling experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
Evening Reading - October 6, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including the Paramount merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, new Fortnite collaborations from SteelSeries and KontrolFreek, and Aion 2's global launch reaching 400,000 concurrent players. It also touches on GameStop selling refurbished PS5 Pros, Supermassive Games' involvement in a The Conjuring game, and updates for Deadlock City Never Sleeps and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort.
ShackStream: The Legend of Zelda on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 756
The Stevetendo Show is celebrating The Legend of Zelda franchise by playing classic titles on the Nintendo Entertainment System, including the original The Legend of Zelda, Zelda 2, and A Link to the Past. This retrospective is in anticipation of an upcoming Ocarina of Time remake. The stream also features ongoing playthroughs of Elden Ring and Fire Emblem.
Resident Evil Studio That’s Making Nintendo’s Zelda Movie Now Gunning For Battlefield As Well
Sony Pictures is reportedly the frontrunner in a major bidding war to secure the film rights for the Battlefield video game franchise. The package includes director Christopher McQuarrie and potential star Michael B. Jordan. This move follows Sony's success with other video game adaptations like Resident Evil and its upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie.
