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Nintendo is remaking Game Boy classic The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening for the Switch, the company announced during last night's Direct broadcast. And it looks ruddy lovely, too.
Originally released in 1993, Link's Awakening is receiving a complete visual makeover for Ninty's hybrid console, combining the original top-down perspective with claymation-style 3D character models. The story seems to be keeping to the source material, with the pointy-eared protagonist shipwrecked on Koholint Island following a storm.
Link's Awakening is notable for making the bold choice to eschew a number of series staples, including the Master Sword, Zelda, and Ganon. The game was re-released for the Game Boy Colour in 1998.
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is coming to the Switch in 2019. Check out a trailer below to see how it's shaping up.
Return to Koholint Island and awaken the Wind Fish in this reimagining of a beloved classic! The Legend of #Zelda: Link’s Awakening sails onto #NintendoSwitch in 2019. pic.twitter.com/mhufes8TsP
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) February 13, 2019
