The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is taking Zelda fans where they've never been before. Namely, into a stunning Link's Awakening-style action adventure where we get to play as the princess herself. With the champion of Hyrule taking a backseat this time around, this new Nintendo Switch game brings the heroine front and center for the very first time. The release date is finally here, so check out our Echoes of Wisdom review for a detailed analysis of this new Nintendo gem before you buy it yourself.
When it comes to the best Zelda games, Echoes of Wisdom is totally unique. Its reveal at a recent Nintendo Direct indicated as much, and there's a ton of information to unpack when it comes to gameplay, story, and beyond. So, to make your life easier now that the new Zelda's protagonist debut is here, we've made a cheat sheet.
From The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom reviews, release date, trailer, and gameplay, here's everything you need to know about one of the most exciting new games of 2024.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom release date
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom release date was on September 26, 2024. Zelda's breakout game is now available on the Nintendo Switch Store and as a physical Nintendo Switch Card.
Fans can also enjoy a new Hyrule edition of the Nintendo Switch Lite, which released on the same day (exciting, we know)! However, if you haven't picked up the game yet and need more time before you break out your wallet, you can read our The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom review while we wait for any deals and sales come the end of the year.
Where can you buy The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom?
If you are in the UK and US, you can buy The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom on the Nintendo eShop. The price is pretty standard for a Nintendo release coming in at £49.99/$59.99.
If you want physical copies of the game, UK readers can head to Amazon, GAME and Currys. Personally, we recommend picking up a physical copy of the game since it is slightly cheaper! If you are curious about the pricing history of the new Zelda game, you can also check out our The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom pre-order guide to keep up to date with all the details!
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom trailer
The Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom trailer was revealed during the 2024 Nintendo Direct, and it's downright adorable. In the clip, we get our first look at a cartoony Zelda solving puzzles, conjuring chairs out of thin air and adventuring around Hyrule. If you love puzzles, magical gameplay, and some beautiful character models, this trailer will tick all your boxes.
Watch The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom trailer for yourself down above!
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom gameplay
As mentioned above, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is unique since Princess Zelda is the playable protagonist this time, not Link. On top of the central character changing from typical Zelda games, Echoes of Wisdom won't follow the standard gameplay formula that we've seen in the past.
Zelda won't be swinging a sword like Link. Instead, players will experience Zelda's new powers, such as duplicating and creating items to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. Creativity seems to be at the forefront of Echoes of Wisdom, with the game's trailer emphasizing all the different items and endless solutions that players can create to solve obstacles during Zelda's journey. So, prepare to make bridges out of tables, multiple box ladders, and more!
For all you Zelda purists, don't worry; the new game also has some features that reflect the best games in the series. The cartoony art style is reminiscent of the 2019 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, and there's also a fairy companion keeping Zelda company. What more could you ask for?
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