After Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Switch Has Taken a Franchise Record From 3DS

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After Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Switch Has Taken a Franchise Record From 3DS

Highlights

  • Nintendo’s Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is set to feature Princess Zelda taking the lead for the first time.
  • With 5 mainline entries and 3 spin-offs, Switch now boasts the largest Zelda library, surpassing the 3DS’ previous record.
  • Echoes of Wisdom continues the trend of surprise releases in the Zelda franchise, promising an epic adventure for fans.

As a long-time fan of The Legend of Zelda franchise, I am absolutely thrilled about the latest addition to Nintendo’s Switch console – The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Having grown up playing various Zelda games on different platforms, I hold a special place in my heart for this iconic series.

As a dedicated gamer, I’m always on the lookout for the latest news about upcoming games and hardware. And let me tell you, it’s no secret that Nintendo is working on their next-gen console to follow up the Switch. But instead of just fading away, they’re determined to make sure the Switch goes out with a big bang!

Before the arrival of the Nintendo Switch, the Nintendo 3DS was Nintendo’s top earner during the eighth console generation, contributing significantly to the company’s profits following the less-than-successful launch of the Wii U. As a result, four mainline installments and one spin-off of “The Legend of Zelda” series resided on the handheld device, making it a record holder for the most “Zelda” titles on a single platform (two of which were 3D remakes). Now, with the introduction of “Echoes of Wisdom,” the Nintendo Switch houses five mainline games and three spin-offs, positioning itself as Nintendo’s primary hub for the “Zelda” franchise.

The Zelda Franchise’s History on the Nintendo 3DS

As a dedicated fan of the Legend of Zelda series, I can’t help but marvel at how the Nintendo Switch has surpassed my beloved 3DS as the go-to console for this iconic franchise. With an impressive collection of mainline games and spin-offs, the Switch now boasts a record-breaking number of titles. Previously, this achievement was held by the 3DS, which welcomed four main entries and one spin-off between 2011 and its retirement. The 3DS’s lineup included:

  • The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (2011)
  • The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds (2013)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D (2015)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes (2015)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors (2016)

The most remarkable game in the 3DS’ Zelda collection is the unexpected and delightful sequel to the SNES’ A Link to the Past, released as The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds in 2013. Notably, Nintendo Switch has introduced a game that appears to be serving as both a spiritual successor and continuation to Link’s Awakening, much like how A Link Between Worlds built upon the foundation of The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past.

Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom’s Release is the Cherry on Top of the Switch’s Zelda Library

Before the Switch console reaches its end, an unexpected announcement of another major installment in the Zelda series emerges, making it the ideal platform for the beloved franchise. With a grand total of 5 mainline Legend of Zelda games accessible on the console, Switch users can also enjoy nearly every entry in the series through Nintendo Switch Online’s classic game collections (excluding DS and 3DS exclusives). The retail offerings for Zelda games on the Nintendo Switch are as follows: [

  • The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (2017)
  • Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition (2018)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening (2019)
  • Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring The Legend of Zelda (2019)
  • Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity (2020)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (2021)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (2023)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (2024)

As a dedicated gamer, I’m thrilled to share my excitement about the extensive Zelda library on Nintendo Switch. This platform boasts an impressive collection of five main entries and three spin-offs, making it the most robust Zelda experience yet. And that’s not even considering all the classic games from various console generations we can access through Nintendo Switch Online.

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2024-07-16 13:23