The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening |
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| Developer(s) | Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development |
| Publisher(s) | Nintendo |
| Director(s) | Takashi Tezuka |
| Producer(s) | Shigeru Miyamoto |
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| Artist(s) | Yoichi Kotabe |
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| Series | The Legend of Zelda |
| Platform(s) | Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Virtual Console (3DS) |
| Release date(s) | Game Boy:
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| Genre(s) | Action-adventure |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is an exciting action-adventure video game created by Nintendo. It was first released for the Game Boy in 1993. In Japan, it's known as Zelda no Densetsu: Yume o Miru Shima (ゼルダの伝説 夢をみる島, lit. "The Legend of Zelda: Dreaming Island").
This game is part of the famous The Legend of Zelda series. It was later updated for the Game Boy Color in 1998. This new version had full color graphics and some cool new features.
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What is Link's Awakening About?
Link's Awakening tells a unique story. The main hero, Link, gets caught in a big storm. His boat crashes on a mysterious place called Koholint Island. To escape, Link must wake up the legendary Wind Fish. But first, he needs to find eight special musical instruments.
Exploring Koholint Island
Koholint Island is full of interesting places. You'll explore forests, mountains, and even a desert. The island is also home to many strange creatures. Some of these look like enemies from other Nintendo games.
Meeting New Friends
As Link explores, he meets many different characters. Some are friendly and help him on his journey. Others might try to stop him. You'll need to talk to everyone to find clues.
How to Play the Game
Link's Awakening is an action-adventure game. This means you explore a world, solve puzzles, and fight enemies. Link uses his sword and shield to battle monsters. He also finds many other useful items.
Using Special Items
Throughout the game, Link collects different items. These include bombs, a hookshot, and a magic rod. Each item helps Link overcome obstacles. They also help him defeat tough bosses in dungeons.
Solving Puzzles
The game has many puzzles to solve. You might need to push blocks or find hidden paths. Some puzzles require using your items in clever ways. Thinking carefully is key to moving forward.
Different Versions of the Game
Link's Awakening was first made for the original Game Boy. This version had black and white graphics. It was a huge success and loved by many players.
The DX Version
In 1998, Nintendo released The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX. This version was for the Game Boy Color. The biggest change was the addition of full color. This made the island look much more vibrant.
The DX version also added a new dungeon. This dungeon was called the "Color Dungeon." It had puzzles that used the new color features. It also included a special camera shop. Here, Link could take pictures in the game. These pictures could even be printed using the Game Boy Printer accessory.
Virtual Console Release
Later, the game was released again for the Virtual Console on the Nintendo 3DS. This allowed new players to enjoy the classic game. It brought the adventure to a new generation of fans.
Images for kids
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The hero, Link, fights an enemy in a castle. The bottom shows rupees, items, and health. The right side shows the original game's look, while the left shows the color DX version.
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Designer Yoshiaki Koizumi helped create the game's story, including the dream world island.
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The Game Boy Printer could be used with the DX version of Link's Awakening.
See also
In Spanish: The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening para niños
