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The Legend Of Zelda: Link's Awakening

Originally launched in 1993 for the Game Boy, The Legend Of Zelda: Link's Awakening was lovingly remade for Nintendo Switch in 2019. Featuring an updated 3D graphical style, you play Link after he washes up on the shores of Koholint Island.

The Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening 2019
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening

Platform(s)
Switch
Released
September 20, 2019
Developer(s)
Grezzo
Publisher(s)
Nintendo
Genre(s)
Adventure
ESRB
E For Everyone due to Mild Fantasy, Violence
How Long To Beat
15 Hours

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