Product Overview
- Product Name: The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Like New
- Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- Nintendo 3DS Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type*: Aftermarket replacement
- Extras: Also included; Club Nintendo registration pamphlet
Game Description
Two kingdoms. One legendary hero. An adventure that turns the world of Zelda inside out! In The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, young Link must rescue Princess Zelda and the Seven Sages from the sinister sorcerer Yuga, who has transformed his victims into living paintings. Journey through the familiar kingdom of Hyrule and its mysterious counterpart, Lorule, where danger lurks around every corner and an unforgettable new adventure awaits. Armed with his trusty sword, shield, and a remarkable new ability, Link must unravel an ancient mystery before both kingdoms fall into darkness!
What if the only way forward was to become part of the wall itself? This action-adventure game for Nintendo 3DS introduces the ingenious wall-merging mechanic, allowing Link to transform into a two-dimensional painting and slip along walls, cross impossible gaps, and discover hidden passages. Rent or purchase powerful tools from the mysterious merchant Ravio, including the Fire Rod, Hookshot, and Boomerang, then tackle challenging dungeons in an order largely of your choosing. Explore intricate temples, battle fearsome bosses, and solve clever puzzles that make brilliant use of the system's stereoscopic 3D visuals. Every discovery brings that unmistakable Zelda thrill!
For longtime Nintendo fans, returning to the world of The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is pure magic! Familiar landmarks, memorable enemies, and the beloved top-down Zelda perspective return with a fresh sense of wonder, while Lorule introduces an entirely new kingdom filled with secrets. Collect Pieces of Heart, uncover hidden Maiamai, and face the ultimate challenge of restoring peace to both worlds. Released in 2013, this physical Nintendo 3DS cartridge stands among the handheld's essential adventures, blending classic Zelda nostalgia with bold new ideas. For collectors and franchise fans, it's a spectacular celebration of everything that makes Hyrule unforgettable!
Gameplay Features
- Use wall-merging to become a living painting, slip around corners, and uncover hidden pathways.
- Explore the connected kingdoms of Hyrule and Lorule, each filled with secrets and challenging dungeons.
- Rent or purchase powerful items from Ravio, including the Hookshot, Fire Rod, and Tornado Rod.
- Choose your path through many dungeons, solving inventive puzzles and defeating formidable bosses.
- Collect Pieces of Heart and rescue lost Maiamai to strengthen Link and upgrade his equipment.
- Master sword combat, clever item combinations, and 3D environmental puzzles to conquer dangerous temples.
Legacy and Influence
Few Zelda adventures capture the magic of the series' 16-bit golden age while feeling so wonderfully fresh. The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds returned to the beloved overhead perspective of 1991's The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, bringing one of Nintendo's most celebrated adventure styles into a new generation. But this wasn't simply a nostalgic reunion! With wall-merging puzzles, imaginative dungeon layouts, and the parallel kingdom of Lorule, Nintendo EAD proved that classic top-down Zelda could deliver surprising new adventures. The result became one of the Nintendo 3DS library's defining original games.
Even more importantly, the adventure challenged a familiar Zelda tradition: obtaining key items in a fixed sequence before entering particular dungeons. By introducing Ravio's item-rental system, the developers gave players far greater freedom to choose where to explore and which challenges to tackle next. That spirit of experimentation helped establish a new direction for the franchise, one that would become especially recognizable in the open-ended exploration of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. For fans who love classic dungeon puzzles and the freedom to forge their own path, A Link Between Worlds remains a standout chapter in Zelda's remarkable history.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Released in North America on November 22, 2013, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds began development with an unusual idea: allowing Link to enter walls, a mechanic that existed before the team decided to revisit the world of A Link to the Past. Producer Eiji Aonuma and director Hiromasa Shikata helped transform that concept into a full adventure, while Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto encouraged the connection to the Super Nintendo classic. In Japan, the game was released as Zelda no Densetsu: Kamigami no Triforce 2, directly identifying it as a sequel to the original Japanese title. The developers also targeted 60 frames per second to keep the stereoscopic 3D presentation smooth, an impressive technical achievement that made Link's swordplay and wall-merging adventures feel wonderfully responsive!
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 2013
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Developer: Nintendo EAD
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 045496742539
- SKU: 34613
- Format: Nintendo 3DS Physical Video Game Cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo 3DS System (3DS Handheld Console)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- Nintendo 3DS cartridges play on: All Nintendo 3DS and 2DS systems. (Not compatible with Nintendo DS systems.)
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original Nintendo 3DS cases. (See photos)
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