Welcome to the March edition of the Zelda Universe Podcast. This month, Connor and Jason are joined by Camille to discuss the gremlin tones of Chancellor Cole, the ambiance of the Spring of Power, and the power of love in the series’ pieces of heart. Our attention then turns to the idea of Ocarina of…
Anime is often known for its elaborate opening title sequences, and Breath of the Wild now has an anime opening of its own thanks to outstanding fan animation. The project was created in 2023 by a student at the Chungkang Animation School in South Korea but was released to YouTube last month. Using a gorgeous…
As we look forward to the in-depth reveal of a new console on the horizon, we’re taking a look back to appreciate the Switch’s remarkable 8-year journey. Let’s face it, from its debut in 2017 onwards the Switch had a rather uphill battle to climb. Finding itself in the wake of struggling Wii U sales…
The Gerudo is the most distinct and enigmatic of all the tribes to me within the Zelda series. With their warrior way of life, strong designs, and secretive traditions, the Gerudo have progressed far through the series in both appearance and use within the lore. From their first appearance to their latest portrayal, they are…
Japanese Zelda fan gaa_zelda recently uploaded a video detailing their process of recreating a 1/50 scale diorama of Link’s house in Breath of the Wild. The video walks through every step of the creation process which showcases how much detail they put into each piece of the diorama. They even went so far as to…
A new month and a new episode of ZUCast as we analyze some excellent articles by our passionate ZU staff. Today, Connor and Clair are joined by Maisie to discuss Cremia’s woes in Majora’s Mask, experiencing the open world of Breath of the Wild, and the actions of Telma’s cat, Louise in Twililght Princess. The…
As you journey through Hyrule in Breath of the Wild, you will collect a variety of weapons from both monsters and chests which, as you use them, will break and be replaced with new weapons as you continue exploring. Depending on the type of monsters you fight or the location you’re in, you’ll receive different…
*Plonk* Another batch of hay is tossed into a pen housing a herd of goats outside Tabantha Bridge Stables. Their snow white fur glows under the rays of light beaming from the rising sun. Their keeper, Banji, loves her goats, and finds them the most adorable thing in Hyrule Kingdom. Her daughter loves them too,…
Deep in the rocky terrain of Akkala hides one of the three sacred springs, the Spring of Power. This holy spring is a shrine dedicated to the Goddess Hylia. One may make an arduous journey to this hallowed ground to be closer to the Goddess when they pray, as Zelda herself came here to plead…
What better of way of welcoming the new year than to personalize your keyboard with Zelda keycaps for your keyboard? Transform your regular keyboard in an instant by installing a few artisan caps and brighten up your work desk in the process. Etsy is home to hundreds of small creators across the globe offering a…
Nintendo’s financial report results for Quarters Three and Four 2024 are weighed in. It appears the Switch is in the endgame to become the Big N’s bestselling console of all time. While Switch sales have expectedly declined since its successor was made known, numbers for the sunsetting console are clocking in at impressive rates. We…
Since The Wind Waker first landed in 2002, the Game Cube game has been a fan favorite. From the new adventure, vibrant character designs and memorable soundtracks, it’s no wonder that fans are longing to revisit the great seas and sail the waters again on the Nintendo Switch. Artist Emily E. (@emily.e.draws) decided they can’t…
Think of a song that always finds its way back into your head, or a book that you have to re-read every year like clockwork, just that one worm in the apple… then realize that mine is Breath of the Wild. Zelda was the game franchise that made me fall in love with RPGs, The…
Many speedrunners will gather in Pittsburgh, PA next week to give their precious time and talent to help defeat one more final boss — the sting of cancer. Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ) is teaming up once again to bring on the excitement and help raise charitable funds for the Prevent Cancer Foundation, and several…
Traversing across the West and East Necluda regions, a young Hylian girl walks on foot, taking in the world around her and tracing the steps of a legend. To many, she may come across as just another wanderer, another NPC to rescue from Bokoblins, gather a meal from, or ignore as you gallop across the…
