The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (2019 video game) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening |
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| Developer(s) | Grezzo |
| Publisher(s) | Nintendo |
| Director(s) | Mikiharu Oiwa |
| Producer(s) | Eiji Aonuma |
| Artist(s) | Masaki Yasuda |
| Composer(s) | Ryo Nagamatsu |
| Series | The Legend of Zelda |
| Platform(s) | Nintendo Switch |
| Release date(s) | September 20, 2019 |
| Genre(s) | Action-adventure game |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is an exciting action-adventure game for the Nintendo Switch. It was made by Grezzo and published by Nintendo. This game is a remake of a classic game from 1993 that was first released on the Game Boy. It brings the beloved adventure to a new generation of players with updated graphics and sounds!
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What is Link's Awakening?
Link's Awakening is a special game in the famous The Legend of Zelda series. Unlike many other Zelda games, it does not take place in the land of Hyrule. Instead, Link finds himself shipwrecked on a mysterious place called Koholint Island. To escape the island, Link must wake up the legendary Wind Fish.
The Story of Link's Adventure
The game begins with Link sailing on the sea when a big storm hits. His boat is destroyed, and he washes ashore on Koholint Island. A kind girl named Marin finds him and takes him to her home. Soon, Link learns that he cannot leave the island until he wakes the Wind Fish. To do this, he needs to collect eight special musical instruments called the Instruments of the Sirens.
As Link explores the island, he meets many strange and funny characters. Some of these characters are from other Nintendo games, like Mario's Goombas and Kirby. This makes the game unique and full of surprises! Link has to solve puzzles, fight monsters, and explore many dungeons to find all the instruments.
How to Play the Game
Link's Awakening is an action-adventure game. This means you explore a big world, solve puzzles, and fight enemies. You control Link from a top-down view, looking down on the action. Link uses his sword, shield, and other items like bombs and a hookshot to get through challenges.
The game has many different areas to explore, from sunny beaches to dark forests and dangerous mountains. Each area has its own secrets and challenges. Inside the dungeons, Link must find keys, defeat mini-bosses, and finally face a big boss to get an instrument. The game also has side quests, like trading items with different characters, which can help Link on his journey.
Awards and Recognition
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening was well-received by players and critics. It won several awards and was nominated for many others. This shows how much people enjoyed the game's updated look and classic gameplay.
Awards Won
- In 2019, it won the Best Nintendo Switch Game award at Gamescom.
- In 2020, it won the Gameplay Design, Franchise award at the NAVGTR Awards.
- Also in 2020, it won the Original Light Mix Score, Franchise award at the NAVGTR Awards.
Images for kids
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Demo booth at Gamescom 2019
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See also
In Spanish: The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (videojuego de 2019) para niños
