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Realm of Memories: Ice, ice, Reggie

I first discovered Zelda Universe in 2009 when I was desperately searching for any news regarding the up-and-coming DS Zelda game, Spirit Tracks. I found a website that had posted the most recent commercial and a short article describing it. Before that point, it never occurred to me that there could be a website committed…

Iwata speaks on Nintendo’s decision to develop mobile games

The growth of the Internet and social media has largely affected people’s daily lives. As such, Nintendo has to change their tactics according to their consumers’ new lifestyles and different environments in order to maximize the value of their IP. In an announcement as to why Nintendo has decided to pursue mobile gaming so aggressively, Iwata stated, “Very…

Man at Arms reforge Fierce Deity Link’s double helix sword

There’s something about watching a blacksmith that’s always enjoyable. Maybe it’s the way the metal glows and the way sparks dance around as the hammer pounds away. Maybe it’s even the craftsmanship and care that goes into making each weapon into a masterpiece. Regardless of what it is, forging a weapon is always a magical experience. Matt Stagmer…

Japan gets new Zelda Halloween and Skyward Sword 3DS themes

With Halloween just around the corner, Nintendo revealed three spooky 3DS home menus to celebrate. Among these is a retro Zelda theme, which features a menu paying homage to the original Legend of Zelda. The top screen features recurring eerie enemies such as Keese, Gibdos, Stalfos, Wizzrobes and Poe, while the bottom screen has Link walking in a graveyard, armed…

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