The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening

ReleasedJun 6, 1993

Game Boy

About

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is the first title in the series to be released on a handheld system and the only Zelda title on the original Game Boy. The gameplay is mostly similar to its predecessor with a top-down perspective, however there are short sections in dungeons where the game switches to a side-scrolling view with platforming elements. For this new adventure, Link must go onto each of the 7 temples to retrieve a musical instrument that will help awaken the Wind Fish. Along the way, he must search the land and uncover hidden treasures and items that will allow him to progress on his journey. Since its release, Link's Awakening has been popular among fans and critics.

Developer: Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development
Publisher: Nintendo, Playtronic
Genres: Puzzle, Adventure
Themes: Action, Fantasy
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric, Side view
Age ratings: ACB G, ESRB E
Time to beat: 12 h normally · 9 h completionist
IGDB rating: 83 / 100 (236 ratings)
Also known as: Zelda no Densetsu: Yume wo Miru Shima