Author: Mike Midwood

It’s safe to say that the recent release of the final Tears of the Kingdom trailer has Zelda fans getting giddy. The reveal of Ganondorf (voiced by the popular Matt Mercer), the amazing musical score, and captivating visuals instill confidence that we might be in for another classic. I can’t help but feel I’ve felt this way before, though. Sometimes, in the lead up to a highly anticipated game, there’s a sense that release day just won’t come fast enough. How does your excitement…

After yesterday’s reveal of the final trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the Zelda community has reached a zenith of anticipation. Everyone is poring over the footage, gleaning every crumb of information that’s there to be gathered. It certainly is an exciting time to be a Zelda fan. If you’re looking to get immersed in the conversation about Tears of the Kingdom and it’s most recent trailer, there’s no better place than ZeldaDungeon. The ZeldaDungeon YouTube crew has just released their longform…

Prior to Nintendo’s official announcement, rumors of a Tears of the Kingdom special-edition OLED Switch release were kindled by a supposed “leak.” Photos from a GameStop inventory database showing a new Nintendo Switch SKU were taken the morning before Eiji Aonuma’s scheduled Tears of the Kingdom gameplay showcase and subsequently shared online, leading many to assume to that the announcement of a Tears of the Kingdom-themed Switch was an inevitability. Following an investigation into the matter, GameStop has since fired the employee…

We received a lot of juicy information during today’s Tears of the Kingdom gameplay demonstration. Zelda fans everywhere were introduced to some of the new abilities and mechanics we can expect to be utilizing, accompanied by Eiji Aonuma’s detailed explanations. The game looks awesome! Toward the end of the demo, we saw some info that will especially excite collectors and super-fans. Nintendo has announced a special edition Tears of the Kingdom OLED Model Switch, as well as a special edition Pro Controller and carrying case! While…

Since its earliest days, The Legend of Zelda has included a ton of fighting monsters with swords. It’s a ubiquitous aspect of the series, and why wouldn’t it be? It’s a ubiquitous motif of the western fantasy genre that the series occupies. Despite this, that combat has never really been the primary draw of the games. While the series has focused primarily on the other aspects of the adventure to tremendous effect, is there any reason the actual engagement with enemies couldn’t…

I am a huge fan of buying and collecting physical media. Even now, when digital downloads have become the standard for most people, I prefer to buy a physical copy with it’s own mass and weight when possible. There’s an undeniable convenience to digitally stored video games, but I absolutely love holding a full-size piece of box art in my hands. Unfortunately, we are living in a drought of good cover art, with most games opting for the “main character…

With the release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom quickly approaching, enticing pre-order bonuses for the game are being revealed. We here at Zelda Dungeon had previously reported on the pre-order bonus from Amazon Japan, which is a stainless steel spoon, and the pre-order bonus from Walmart Canada, which is a luggage tag. The early purchase rewards for yet another outlet have come to light. Nintendo of Canada has announced a set of pins as the pre-order bonus at…

It’s the first day of Spring and you know what that means. The weather is getting warmer, the sun is out more, and everybody wants to put their responsibilities on hold to take in the bloom of the new season. Whether you’re working or in school, it’s the time of year to take some time off. One of the most popular ways to spend these Spring days is on vacation often in a tropical or otherwise seaside location away from…

Hey (listen!), all of the Zelda artists and content creators out there. It’s time to sign up for the fourth annual Linktober Zelda Creator Con! For anyone out there looking to put their art and their love for The Legend of Zelda on display, applications are officially open for this year’s convention!   Applications opened for the show again! Make sure to fill out the correct one please. Link in bio. Show will be June 9-11.#zelda #linktober #legendofzelda #convention #nintendo @ZeldaDungeon @ZeldaUniverse pic.twitter.com/Oa2XjjBNJe — Linktober…

PAX East 2023 is set to begin in just a few days! From March 23rd to the 26th, one of the biggest gaming conventions in the world will be held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts. The annual expo is a celebration of all things video games, the culture surrounding them, and the people who make them possible. It’s a great place to get a sneak peek at upcoming titles and even get your hands on…