The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
1993 • Nintendo
9.1/10Nintendo
ActionAdventure
Link's surreal adventure on Koholint Island featuring creative puzzles, memorable characters, and a touching story.
Gameplay
Top-down adventure with puzzle-solving, dungeons, and a unique story that questions the nature of reality.
Historical Context
Began as an unofficial project by Nintendo staff, evolved into a full game that pushed Game Boy capabilities.
Fun Facts
- • Originally started as an unofficial side project
- • Features characters from other Nintendo franchises
- • Has one of gaming's most memorable and bittersweet endings
Cultural Impact
Showed that handheld games could tell compelling stories and became a template for future portable Zelda games.
Review
Link's Awakening delivers a uniquely charming and emotional Zelda experience with creative design and memorable characters.