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The Legend of Zelda: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

The Legend of Zelda (1986): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team3 min read✓ Fact-checked
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The Legend of Zelda (1986) is a adventure video game developed by Nintendo R&D4, available on fds, 3DS, Wii, famicom, WiiU, NES. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 81/100 on IGDB.

What is The Legend of Zelda about?

The Legend of Zelda is the first title in the Zelda series, it has marked the history of video games particularly for it's game mechanics and universe. The player controls Link and must make his way through the forests, graveyards, plains and deserts of the Otherworld to find the secret entrances to the eight dungeons and try to restore the broken Triforce. Among the game's mechanics, it was the first time we saw a continuous world that could be freely explored, power-ups that permanently enhanced the main character's abilities and a battery save feature that allowed players to keep their progress instead of having to start over. The gameplay balanced action sequences with discovery, secrets and exploration.

Key details

The Legend of Zelda was released in 1986 and supports single player. Platforms: fds, 3DS, Wii, famicom, WiiU, NES. Developer: Nintendo R&D4.

Should you play The Legend of Zelda?

A solid 81/100 aggregate score makes The Legend of Zelda a safe pick for fans of adventure.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is The Legend of Zelda?

The Legend of Zelda is a adventure game by Nintendo R&D4, released in 1986.

What platforms is The Legend of Zelda on?

The Legend of Zelda is available on fds, 3DS, Wii, famicom, WiiU, NES.

Is The Legend of Zelda good?

The Legend of Zelda has an aggregate score of 81/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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