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On May 12, Nintendo announced that the "Mineru’s Construct" amiibo, based on the character from the Nintendo Switch title The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom , will be released on September 17. The announcement was made on the milestone of the game's third anniversary, sparking a massive wave of excitement among the fan base. This newly announced amiibo features a powerful, meticulously detailed sculpt that captures the essence of the character. Standing larger than standard amiibo figures, it is designed with articulated arm parts, allowing collectors to enjoy various poses. The high quality of the figure has already made it a standout piece for collectors. Furthermore, scanning the amiibo in-game will grant players a special "Paraglider Fabric" that glows at night, as well as a variety of items helpful for their journey through Hyrule. On social media, fans have shared their joy regarding the timing of the announcement, with comments like "This is i...

On the 16th, Nintendo officially announced the main cast for its live-action 'The Legend of Zelda' movie. As the film adaptation of a long-loved and popular game series, the announcement has sparked both excitement and various discussions across social media. According to the announcement, Bo Bragason has been cast as Princess Zelda, and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will portray Link. The film is slated for release on May 7, 2027. An unprecedented arrangement, where Nintendo is funding over 50% of the production costs, has further heightened expectations among fans. On X (formerly Twitter), the cast announcement was met with numerous joyful reactions such as, “It’s finally sinking in!” and “I must survive until 2027!” Bo Bragason, in particular, received many favorable comments, with users saying, “She’s beautiful,” “Her aura fits,” and “She’s a perfect match for the image,” leading to anticipation for her chemistry with the actor playing Link. Game fans are also actively speculatin...

Music from the popular action-adventure game The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D has been added to "Nintendo Music," a smartphone app exclusively for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers provided by Nintendo, garnering a significant response on social media. On July 8th, a total of 51 tracks from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D , including "Hyrule Field Main Theme," "Lost Woods," and "Fire Temple," became available on the app. This announcement was met with enthusiastic reception from fans, with numerous joyful comments such as "So emotional," "About to cry," and "Awesome" posted on X (formerly Twitter). Users expressed deep affection for the game and praised the music, with comments like, "I hated the Lost Woods, but I loved its music – a cherished memory," and "Everyone needs to listen to Staff Roll 2." Furthermore, some users are enjoying comparing the newly added music with tracks f...