Hello Zelda Universe, welcome back to the second edition of “Hidden Skills”. Today I will explore an aspect of Zelda that many fans enjoy: music. Orchestrated, dubstep, 8-bit, or home-brewed covers—you can find Zelda music performed in just about any genre. While each variety has its own flair, the same Zelda atmosphere runs deep no matter…
This week’s glitch video of the week takes us to one of Ocarina of Time’s glitches that allows the player to access hidden areas of the world. Seam walking involves straddling Link on the exact seam where two polygons of a hillside meet and walking precisely up the intersection; although, be careful where you go…
The ocarina is not a common instrument used to perform measures; moreover, when one masters the techniques to play, beautiful tones are achievable. Lena Leclaire has done just this, composing her medley along with cosplay and a cinematic experience. The video is a treat for any Zelda fan! Hit the jump to experience it for yourself!
Our weekly Zelda glitch video series officially started yesterday. Hosted by Noah Glaser of LegendZelda.net, the series opened with a screen warp glitch from Link’s Awakening. Exploiting this glitch allows you to acquire the level two Power Bracelet very early on in the game; however, players beware, this glitch may cause total destruction to your save file, so be…
If you missed your chance to preorder Nintendo’s next big console, you now have a chance to win one of five Wii U consoles from Gamestop. You’ll even receive your system before the official American release date of November 18. Entering requires you to take a picture that uses your arms, body, or even your friends…
The Zelda series has naturally become a pop culture icon in the past few years with many references appearing in online videos, memes, and comics. Recently, the popular Simpsons comic series incorporated an Ocarina of Time allusion. The classic “Comic Book Guy” character is seeking a very important musical instrument… Take the jump to see the full…
Hello Zelda Universe, it has been a while since I’ve sat down and written an article for you to ponder about life and how many aspects can relate to the Zelda series. I had a great time writing my very first article on the subject and have finally decided to write a series in which I will…
Whether you’re a fan of Skyrim, Zelda, or preferably both, you will definitely want to check this out! With the release of a recent mod in the PC version of Skyrim, one crafty modder has taken it upon himself to recreate The Wind Waker’s Windfall Island within the world of Skyrim. Interested? Keep reading to…
A few days ago we reported on video game retailer GAME listing Majora’s Mask 3D on their online store; however, it was quickly taken off the site. It has now been confirmed by the source that it was just a hoax. Official Nintendo Magazine forum member, Magmortar963 (who gave the above, original “screenshot”), had this to say once…
Tonight/tomorrow (due to the joys of time zones) Nintendo will be holding yet another Nintendo Direct at 4 am PDT . Coming directly from Nintendo’s Twitter is this message, which I translated using Google Translate: To Nintendo Direct [Iwata] of this time, information about the Wii U is not included. I want to deliver directly to…
A couple a days ago we were pleased to announce that Hyrule Historia would be coming to North America. Listed initially for $35 USD on Dark Horse Books’ website, some may have found this price too steep for their financial plans. Now we have even better news for those viewers: preordering the glorious 248 pages bound…
Jamie Sneddon has merged two of the greatest things in life—8-bit characters and well, real life. In what Jamie calls 8-bitscapes, real world landscapes ranging from Hong Kong to Manhattan are used as backdrops for 8-bit characters to dwell. The end result is an incredible piece of art; prints of the photographs are also available for…
Taking YouTube and the internet by storm, Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used to Know” now has 230 million views on YouTube a year after it was first uploaded. If you haven’t heard the song by now, you will soon (by the end of this post if you continue reading). Amongst all of the hype, another…
Did you ever feel like your hands engulfed the NES controller, incapacitating the ability to properly play your favorite Zelda game? Problem solved. This fully functional, life size NES coffee table, from Etsy user Charles Lushear, is crafted from maple, mahogany and walnut with dovetail joinery. It truly is a wonderful piece of art work and carpentry. Hit the jump…
During the last generation of console releases, many fans camped out at their local electronics store, anxiously awaiting to see if they would receive a ticket that would allow them to purchase a Wii. Without the option of preordering, fans had to outlast the elements of the sidewalk; however, with the Wii U, Best Buy will be…
