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Even though bunnies don’t seem significant in Legend of Zelda lore, these adorable, long-eared mammals have quietly left their pawprints across the series for decades. Bunnies are beyond their cuteness — they represent gentleness, rebirth, and humility behind those wide-set eyes. In celebration of Spring and the Easter season, it’s the perfect time to acknowledge…

It’s no secret to anybody that international market prices have been a daily rollercoaster. Fortunately, it’s finally confirmed that the Switch 2 console and its games are sitting out for this ride. While none of these items will thankfully experience a price increase from their previously disclosed costs, they’re still considerably more expensive than even…

Majora’s Mask is among the best Legend of Zelda games, most notably for its atmosphere. Unlike most games in the franchise that pave the way for freedom and adventure, Majora’s Mask is a little more restrictive and melancholy. The relentless passage of time and our inability to stop it weigh heavily on Termina and its…

Times are tough, and many people just want to play video games to escape the chaos of daily life. That might be a little more difficult for some gamers though as the Nintendo Switch 2 ushers in a new era for Nintendo, where the price of retail software is set to see an increase from…

Xenoblade Chronicles is yet another great series published by Nintendo. Since Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition launched on the Nintendo Switch system March 20, 2025, let’s take a look at certain elements that The Legend of Zelda could potentially borrow in future entries! First of all… What do the franchises have most in common? Both The…

When the air grows chill and the snow begins to fall, winter weather can create some of the most picturesque scenery in nature. Those cold temperatures and icy conditions can just as well be a nuisance to endure, however, and when they reach extremes, they can be downright hazardous to most living creatures. This spectrum…

When I think of the best Legend of Zelda games, my mind wanders to Ocarina of Time, Majora’s Mask, and Twilight Princess. Something about the Child Era has always resonated with me, perhaps it’s the gaps between these stories that make me admire them to a deeper degree.  Before trekking into the Forest Temple in…

The Legend of Zelda series is packed with characters whose personalities span a wide range, from the heroic and noble to the quirky and occasionally irritating. Time to take a step back and view some characters through a more personal lens. Which ones feel the most relatable to you? 1. Link: the master of napping…

A return to the top-down perspective of 2D Legend of Zelda, a return to classic dungeon design, the introduction of the Echo mechanic — there were plenty of reasons why Echoes of Wisdom promised a very different experience from what Legend of Zelda fans enjoyed with the other, larger entries that have defined the franchise’s…

The Mario & Luigi games have earned a reputation for being some of Nintendo’s best RPGs. Superstar Saga and Bowser’s Inside Story in particular, are two of the most popular Nintendo RPGs to this day, with quirky characters, great stories, hilarious moments and great combat. Mario & Luigi built a reputation for excellence in the…

It’s going to be a quiet night for Nintendo at the 2024 edition of The Game Awards compared to years past, but most fans are probably prepared for this knowing that the Switch era is winding down. As Nintendo has readied the launch of their next console, their release schedule was a bit thin for…

Mirror worlds have long been featured in the Zelda timeline. Most recent is the Still World in Echoes of Wisdom. Before that came the Twilight Realm, Lorule, and the Silent Realms, all eerie reflections of the Hyrule overworld in their respective games. Of these, the Silent Realms are widely regarded as one of the most…

The finish line might be in sight for the Nintendo Switch, but Mario and pals are partying until the end with Super Mario Party Jamboree. It’s the third entry in the Mario Party series to release on the hybrid console, following up on 2018’s Super Mario Party, and 2021’s Mario Party Superstars. Jam-packed with content…

September 1st marked the release of the very first Legend of Zelda LEGO set: The Great Deku Tree 2-in-1. An amusing and nostalgic favorite, it made sense that the first set would be the grand luminary. Featuring designs from both Ocarina of Time and Breath of the Wild, the set offers an enticing dual build…

Did you know that Shigeru Miyamoto originally intended for the pieces of the Triforce in the first Legend of Zelda title to be computer chips? In these two newly-translated interviews from French publication Gamekult, Shigeru Miyamoto recalls that story, along with details about Link’s original design, why Link is named “Link”, and more! Dri from…