Breath of the Wild is entrancing for one main reason: its world. It may not be packed full of sidequests, but it’s absolutely brimming with gorgeous scenery, whether it’s a beautiful forest, a snowy mountain, an active volcano, a breathtaking landmark, a desert oasis, or so much more. It’s the joy of discovering all these…
I remember once hearing the writer of an animated show saying something along the lines of, “Great stories come from unlikely pairings.” Well, this is definitely the case in my latest pick for Yuga’s Art Gallery. Who would have thought Twilight Princess and Untitled Goose Game would make for such a hilarious combination? Artist Anilede…
The Zelda series is filled with iconic, memorable female characters, from the various iterations of its titular princess to childhood friends, impish sidekicks, women warriors, and so many others. And what’s more, these characters often have wonderful musical themes that perfectly encapsulate who they are and how they fit into the story. For this International…
Koji Kondo once again worked his magic when composing the music for Twilight Princess. Much like previous Zelda installments, numerous songs from its soundtrack have become staples of the series. Most were original compositions that fans have since replayed and remixed countless times over the years, but some were beautifully recomposed from classics, such as…
To be honest, I never realized the “Outset Island Theme” could become more upbeat than it already is. But veteran remixer dj-Jo recognizes that within every catchy song is the potential for some emphatic synth sounds and bigger beats. They’re to classic tracks what chocolate drizzle is to a dessert you would starve yourself all…
Lake Hylia is one of the most famous locations in the Zelda series. It’s recurred in multiple installments, usually with submerged water-based dungeons, making the lake a key destination in Link’s many quests. In Breath of the Wild, there may not be a temple hidden in Lake Hylia’s depths, but it still managed to become…
The Zelda series has its fair share of eccentrics, and it’s safe to say that Majora’s Mask accounts for many of them. Most intriguing of all, though, is the Happy Mask Salesman. He’s been the subject of speculation from fans ever since he first arrived in Clock Town. Where did he come from? Why does…
Any Zelda fan will recognize that giant, pink-spotted egg the moment they see it. Many will be sent back to their childhood when they explored Koholint Island, while others may recall recent memories of playing the remake. I fall into the latter category, having only experienced Link’s Awakening this year. And yet, when I see…
Many people are quick to forget that, beyond its intermittent ambient tunes, Breath of the Wild has some of the most beautiful compositions in the entire series. The “Korok Forest Theme” is one of my favorites in particular. Not only does it remind me of those adorable little Koroks with its playful melody, but it…
We recently spotted an advertisement shared by retailer Zavvi UK on Instagram revealing an upcoming “Legend of Zelda: Secrets & Legends Collection.” While we’re not clear on what the collection will consist of, the product is due to release on October 28, 2020, according to the promotional image. We’ve also found a corresponding sign-up page…
Symphony of the Mask, the latest DLC for Cadence of Hyrule, takes you back to a rhythm-based realm of Hyrule, and you also get to play as Skull Kid — making this his second playable appearance in the whole Zelda series. Although the DLC is set in the same Hyrule, it takes place in the…
The Golden Goddesses — Din, Nayru, and Farore — frequently recur throughout the Zelda series. Like most mythical deities, their appearances are left up to the interpretation of mortals, so they usually appear in various forms. They are drawn in tapestries in A Link to the Past, described through stories in Ocarina of Time, and…
Looking back on gaming cons always brings back fond memories: meeting new people, buying some merchandise, having a laugh at the guests’ panels, and sometimes stealing a star for glory in Mario Party 2, making the crowd go wild. I had such a fun experience at Cox Con in 2018, a convention for a variety…
The Zelda series has a variety of unconventional, non-Ganon antagonists. We’ve seen the likes of the Majora’s Mask, Zant, Vaati, and Yuga, who range from purely chaotic to carefully calculating, albeit with equal ill intentions either way. In Cadence of Hyrule, Ganon/Ganondorf is once again the main antagonist, but for a while, we are led…
Whether you love or (most likely) hate the Water Temple in Ocarina of Time, it’s hard to deny that its mystical music is amazing. Every instrument in its melody perfectly captures the sound of cascading water, and lets you know that the temple you’re traversing is an elegant relic of the past. And now, you…
