There are few consoles with the legacy and history of the Nintendo 64. Despite there being less than 400 games for the console (and many being pretty bad) there are countless classics which fans still reminisce about to this day. There’s even been a recent anthology written which documents the history of the console and reviews…
“Link…LINK…” Finally it seems Princess Zelda (or Patricia Summersett) has managed to collect the most valuable item of all. Finally got #switch #botw! Unboxing soon… so excited swear to gods might lick cartridge. #princesszelda pic.twitter.com/FnxmFrIQUc — Patricia Summersett (@Summersett_) March 27, 2017 The latest Zelda entry broke many conventions of the franchise, but perhaps the biggest change was…
Ever since the Switch’s release on March 3, the console has been selling non-stop. In some places, Nintendo’s newest console has even been selling out, with unprecedented sales figures for the Switch. This has also led to huge sales figures for Breath of the Wild, especially in the UK. The Switch had been sold out in…
June 13 marks the beginning of this year’s highly anticipated E3 event. Many predict this year’s conference will be huge for Nintendo, with many new games to be announced and previewed. Reggie has recently claimed that this year will be a “big E3” for Nintendo, where they will be “showcasing a variety of games”. The…
Soon Link may not be the only hero on the Nintendo Switch that climbs towers. Recent news has revealed that Ubisoft has sent emails out to a select number of gamers inviting them to discuss their views on the possibility of developing for the Nintendo Switch. It’s clear Ubisoft is taking this survey seriously. In return…
Originally expected to be released by the end of March, the official Breath of the Wild Deluxe Edition Guide has been delayed until April 11. Piggybank — who is publishing three different editions of the guide — released an official statement on the delay via Twitter. pic.twitter.com/xK4CSHWYXQ — Piggyback (@PiggybackGuides) March 20, 2017 The popularity of…
When the initial trailer for The Wind Waker revealed a brand new cartoon style in 2002, initial reaction was incredibly mixed at best. Fans were shocked and disappointed by the new graphical direction. However, upon release, Wind Waker quickly went on to be one of the most beloved instalments in the franchise. The game was so popular, in fact,…
Last year, Zelda celebrated its 30th anniversary. There are few, if any, video games which have such a long and celebrated history like this series. However, in the world of board games, there is one game that stands out just like Zelda. Chess. Now the two have been combined into a collector’s edition. Merchoid is a retailer which specializes in gaming,…
Satoru Iwata’s sad passing in 2015 rocked the gaming world. He was most well known for his role as CEO and President of Nintendo. Many say he was responsible for making gaming a mainstream pastime and passion and inspiring many gamers. Iwata was also pivotal in developing many great Zelda titles we have all come…
Reggie Fils-Aime was recently interviewed by the Washington Post and answered questions on Nintendo’s approach to third party games on the Nintendo Switch. His comments were incredibly positive and point to a bright future with big developers on board. Third party content has been a huge topic of discussion for many fans of Nintendo. Arguably,…
When a player begins their adventure with Link, they tend to know what to expect. Zelda games have often followed a similar pattern and share many conventions, most of which have become beloved aspects of the franchise. Breath of the Wild, however, changes many of these traditions and offers arguably the most unique addition to the…
Often referred to as Nintendo’s ‘unsung hero’, Yoshiaki Koizumi has been instrumental in many of Nintendo’s developments: including the Nintendo Switch. Recently, Game Informer conducted an interview with the Deputy General Manager of Entertainment Planning and Production. Koizumi shared the company’s vision for the Switch, focusing on what they wanted to achieve and why they did…
Breath of the Wild is now only two days away from launch, and excitement for the new release is at its peak. We have heard Nintendo talk a number of times about rethinking conventions and offering a whole new level of player freedom. Answering fan questions from Nintendo France, Aonuma expands on this aspect, stating that there is…
The Legend of Zelda is famous for its iconic music. Few, if any other game franchise, can boast a soundtrack just as magical or beautiful. It’s impossible to imagine any memorable moment from the series without the music that goes with it. Aonuma recently revealed what his favourite song is from the Zelda franchise, and it may not be what…
If a tree falls in the middle of a forest and no one is around, does it make a sound? What is the sound of one hand clapping? Which Zelda game is the best? All three are deep philosophical questions that have been debated for many years. Perhaps there isn’t a sure answer for them. However, in…
