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Breath of the Wild leads Nintendo Switch’s Zelda rankings
gaming3 days ago

Breath of the Wild leads Nintendo Switch’s Zelda rankings

To celebrate Zelda’s 40th anniversary, Nintendo Everything ranks the main-series Zelda games available on Nintendo Switch (excluding Switch Online classics) from best to least-best: 1) Breath of the Wild, 2) Tears of the Kingdom, 3) Link’s Awakening (remake), 4) Echoes of Wisdom, and 5) Skyward Sword HD. The piece also notes spin-offs like Hyrule Warriors (Definitive Edition and Age of Calamity) and Cadence of Hyrule, and mentions Switch 2 editions and broader availability on Amazon.

Mineru's Construct Amiibo Goes Up for Pre-Order with Poseable Arms and Glider Flair
gaming15 days ago

Mineru's Construct Amiibo Goes Up for Pre-Order with Poseable Arms and Glider Flair

Nintendo opened US pre-orders for the Tears of the Kingdom Mineru's Construct amiibo, priced at $34.99. The figure features articulated arms and unlocks a unique paraglider design, plus in-game item bonuses across Tears of the Kingdom, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and Breath of the Wild. Release is set for September 17, 2026, ahead of a Switch 2 Edition for Tears of the Kingdom.

Zelda Twilight Princess Now on PC in Dusk Port with Dozens of Enhancements
gaming16 days ago

Zelda Twilight Princess Now on PC in Dusk Port with Dozens of Enhancements

A fan-made PC port of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, called Dusk, has released, combining content from the GameCube, Wii, and Wii U versions with higher resolution and a wide array of enhancements and quality-of-life features. It adds uncapped framerate, gyro aim, free camera, mirror mode, Bloom options, and various QoL tweaks, plus Steam Deck/Android/iOS support, cheats, and texture-pack support.

Nintendo veteran Takashi Tezuka to retire after four decades shaping Zelda and Mario
gaming17 days ago

Nintendo veteran Takashi Tezuka to retire after four decades shaping Zelda and Mario

Legendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka—whose work spans classics like The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario World, Yoshi’s Island, and Breath of the Wild—will retire as an executive officer on June 26 after more than 40 years with the company; he’ll be among several directors stepping down, and Nintendo’s latest financials also note a price increase for the Switch 2.

Nintendo Legend Tezuka Bows Out After 42-Year Run
news18 days ago

Nintendo Legend Tezuka Bows Out After 42-Year Run

Takashi Tezuka, a longtime Nintendo executive who helped shape Mario and Zelda and co-created Yoshi, is stepping down from his role as of June 26, 2026, signaling a potential retirement after a 42-year career that saw him direct Super Mario Bros. 3 and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and later oversee titles like Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Galaxy 2; his influence spans much of Nintendo’s classic era and beyond.

Publisher Intervenes to Remove Pickmos, a Clear Pokémon/Zelda Knockoff, from Steam
technology1 month ago

Publisher Intervenes to Remove Pickmos, a Clear Pokémon/Zelda Knockoff, from Steam

Networkgo intervened to remove Pickmos from Steam after it was deemed a blatant copy of Pokémon and Zelda/Breath of the Wild designs. The publisher says it will supervise the Pickmos team to improve the game, while PocketGame plans revisions aimed at a controversy-free experience and a re-release pending final approval, amid potential legal pressure from Nintendo.

Ocarina of Time remake wishlist: six features fans want on Switch 2
features1 month ago

Ocarina of Time remake wishlist: six features fans want on Switch 2

A speculative wishlist for a Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on Switch 2, covering six ideas: a refreshed combat system with flashier sword moves and limited weapon durability, selective voice acting for major cutscenes, a post-game epilogue bridging to Majora’s Mask, a non-Breath of the Wild engine to preserve the game’s feel, a built-in item randomizer for replayability, and a premium collector’s edition. The piece also argues for 60fps, remastered (but switchable) music, deeper characterizations, new side quests, and clarifications on timelines—while noting nothing official has been announced.

Zelda's Ocarina of Time remake rumored for Switch 2 in 2026
gaming1 month ago

Zelda's Ocarina of Time remake rumored for Switch 2 in 2026

A trusted Nintendo insider claims a ground-up remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is coming to Switch 2 in the second half of 2026—whether a 1:1 remake or a broader reimagining—though nothing official has been announced; the timing aligns with OoT’s revered status on its 40th anniversary and other rumors, with corroboration from outlets like VGC.