Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda Was Nintendo’s Big E3 Hardware Reveal

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The big Nintendo Direct E3 2021 Show has come and gone, and no, the company didn’t show off the endlessly rumored Switch Pro, although they did announce a new piece of hardware! In celebration of the series’ 35th anniversary, Nintendo is releasing a Legend-of-Zelda themed Game & Watch, similar to the Super Mario they released last year. So that means you get a modern backlit color screen and a built-in rechargeable battery in a cute, retro package. Yes, I know, not exactly what most people were hoping for, but Nintendo is going to Nintendo.

Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda ups things slightly compared to Mario, with three games instead of two (The Legend of Zelda, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, and The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening). You also get a Zelda-themed remake of the original G&W title Vermin and an interactive clock. Check out a quick trailer for the new small portable below.

Feeling some nostalgic contractions? Here’s Nintendo’s official description of the new Game & Watch:

This new retro-inspired Game & Watch system features three classic games in the Legend of Zelda series – The Legend of Zelda, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link and The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening – as well as a special version of Game & Watch. Watch classic Vermin with Link as a playable character. A playable digital clock based on The Legend of Zelda and a playable timer themed on Zelda II: The Adventure of Link are also included. Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda launches for a suggested retail price of $49.99.

Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda will be released on November 12. What do you think? Interested in Nintendo’s latest retro product? Personally, I’m more into this Zelda G&W than the Mario version, as I take every opportunity to replay Link’s Awakening (my favorite 2D game in the series).

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