There is nothing like The Legend of Zelda. While Mario may be the most beloved character in the Nintendo family, there has always been something special about Link's great adventures. Whether it's stepping out onto the plains of Hyrule Field in Ocarina of Time or stepping off the Grand Plateau in Breath of the Wild for the first time, the series has a habit of creating lasting memories. Set to celebrate its 35th anniversary in 2021, there's never been a better time to revisit (or experience) the wonderful world of Hyrule. While we're all looking forward to Breath of the Wild 2 and the supposed ports of Wind Waker and Twilight Princess HD Nintendo Switch, there's still a huge selection of Zelda titles available to play today, some of which you may have forgotten about. That's why we've put together a list of the best Legend of Zelda games you can dive right into on Nintendo Switch.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
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(Image credit: Nintendo) Let's start with what is arguably the crème de la crème of the franchise: a game that arguably revived the Zelda franchise and helped prove to all the naysayers that you should never count on Nintendo. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is an adventure of truly epic proportions. Waking up with complete memory loss, Link must travel left, right, forward, backward, and everywhere, to piece together exactly what happened 100 years ago that caused Calamity's return. Ganon. Breath of the Wild gave the Zelda series a much-needed revamp, retaining quintessential elements but bringing in new ideas like inventive bite-sized dungeons, better known as sanctuaries, and a non-linear structure, allowing for full and unbridled exploration. . There's even now added DLC that further deepens the narrative, while also showing off Link's own motorcycle: the Master Cycle Zero. Big, beautiful and a great introduction for all newcomers. You have to play this.
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(Image credit: Nintendo) The original 1986 Legend of Zelda may be more difficult than you might expect from more modern titles, but it still offers extremely rewarding gameplay and stunning 8-bit graphics that have stood the test of time. It also defined many key traits that have been used continuously throughout the series, from dungeons and puzzles to enemies and weapons. Now available as part of the Nintendo Switch Online subscription service, players can go back to the beginning and enjoy this essential piece of video game history. There's even a ``bloated'' version that starts players with full gear and a bunch of rupees, for those who want to fight the high-difficulty curve.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity
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(Image credit: Nintendo) Acting as a prequel to Breath of the Wild, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity mixes the addictive gameplay of Dynasty Warriors with the vast lore of Zelda. With loads of action-packed content right from the start, there are 18 playable characters available to unlock, each with their own unique play style and different personalities. The game also does well to fill in a number of blanks from the previous version, while setting things up nicely for the highly anticipated sequel to Breath of the Wild. Having sold over four million copies in just three days, the well-received spin-off has established itself as the best-selling entry in the entire Warriors franchise. This is Zelda magic for you.
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
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(Image credit: Nintendo) Arguably 2D Zelda at its best. Debuting on the SNES, A Link to the Past is the third entry in the series and is often in the running for one of the best games of all time. The story sees an evil wizard named Agahnim kidnap the Seven Sages in an attempt to break the seal of the corrupted holy realm. As a result, Link must save the descendants and restore Hyrule before the bestial Ganon awakens. It's an adventure that truly lives up to its name, full of surprises and fun puzzles, while demonstrating the perfect balance of engaging gameplay. 20 years later and it's still as replayable as it was on the day it was released.
Hyrule Cadence
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(Image credit: Brace Yourself Games) Cadence of Hyrule, or to give it its full title Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer with. The Legend of Zelda is unlike anything on this list. While it takes elements from A Link to the Past, it's actually a rhythmic adventure set in a randomly generated overworld, where combat consists of reacting to enemy patterns. Aside from being a nostalgic throwback to the SNES era, there's a lot to like about it. Namely, the superbly catchy soundtrack that remixes many Zelda classics, all of which leave a lasting impression long after the console is turned off. Considering that Cadence of Hyrule was developed by independent studio Brace Yourself Games, this rare occasion that Nintendo licensed its IP makes us wish for more experiences of this high caliber.
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (2019)
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(Image Credit: Nintendo) Link's Awakening, a remake of the enchanting 1993 Game Boy adventure, has been recreated with a gorgeous new Clay-like art style that has given the world a unique personality. Brown on Koholint Island by a treacherous storm, Link must collect all eight mermaid instruments in order to awaken the legendary Wind Fish and escape. Stories in The Legend of Zelda games tend to be hit or miss, but Link's Awakening offers a somewhat dark story obscured by his friendly demeanor. Koholint Island also quickly becomes a very welcoming environment, with areas you constantly check in and feel the daily life of its people. Not to mention, there are plenty of Mario character cameos that are a real treat to watch. Today's best deals on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
