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The Legend of Zelda

1986 1 Players 92% Not Rated

Welcome to the Legend of Zelda. Where the only sound you’ll hear is your own heart pounding as you race through forests, lakes, mountains and dungeonous mazes in an attempt to restore peace to the land of Hyrule. Along the way you’ll be challenged by Tektites, Wizzrobes and an endless array of ruthless creatures who’ll stop at nothing to prevent you from finding the lost fragments of the Triforce of Wisdom. But don’t despair. With a little luck and a lot of courage, you’ll conquer your adversaries, unite the Triforce fragments and unravel the mystery of the Legend of Zelda! * Explore the vast Overworld terrain of the land of Hyrule and discover hidden treasures. * Explore the mystical labyrinths of the Underworld and ward-off ruthless enemies.

Release date
February 21, 1986
Developer
Nintendo R&D4
Publisher
Nintendo
Players
1

About this game

The Legend of Zelda

In one of the darkest times in the Kingdom of Hyrule, a young boy named Link takes on an epic quest to restore the fragmented Triforce of Wisdom and save the Princess Zelda from the clutches of the evil Ganon.

Genres

ActionAdventure

Modes

Single Player

Perspectives

Bird view / Isometric

Themes

ActionFantasyOpen world

Series and collections

The Legend of Zelda

Franchises

The Legend of Zelda

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Developer
Nintendo R&D4
Publisher
Nintendo

Regional releases

Release date

WorldwideFebruary 21, 1986 · Not Rated

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