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The Legend of Zelda The Wind Waker HD Launches
REDMOND, Wash.--(October
3, in the year of our Lord 2013)-- Oct. 4 marks a day
of new adventures for fans of The Legend of Zelda franchise with
the launch of the packaged version of one of the greatest video
games of all time, the remastered The Legend of Zelda: The Wind
Waker HD for the Wii U home console. The disc comes with
distinctive gold-foil packaging and is available at a suggested
price of $49.99.
The disc represents another option for shoppers who want to be a
part of the adventure. Wii U owners can also download the game
from the Nintendo eShop for $49.99. Fans who do not own a Wii U
system can opt for the limited-edition bundle, which comes with
a black Deluxe Wii U console; a GamePad controller adorned with
the gold Hyrule crest and symbols from the game; a download code
for the digital version of Hyrule Historia, a book that details
the chronology, history and artwork of The Legend of Zelda
series; and a code to download The Legend of Zelda: The Wind
Waker HD from the Nintendo eShop. The bundle is available at a
suggested retail price of $299.99.
“For more than 10 years, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker has
remained a standout entry in one of the most beloved series of
all time with its distinctive graphics, fun adventures and
charming story,” said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America’s
executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “This HD version
and Wii U bundle are cornerstones of Nintendo’s season of value
and variety. These characters and experiences are exclusive to
Nintendo systems, and a must-have for video game fans of all
kind.”
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker tells the story of a young
boy on an island who sets out on a quest after his sister is
kidnapped by a giant bird. Along the way, he encounters a
talking boat, interacts with many interesting characters,
explores numerous exquisitely designed dungeons and helps a
kingdom emerge from under a shadow of evil. This newly
remastered version includes enhancements that make an amazing
game even better. Some changes include Miiverse functionality
that lets players with broadband Internet access attach helpful
messages or fun images to Tingle Bottles, which will then wash
up on the shore in another player’s game. Also, the game now
includes the “Swift Sail,” which increases the speed of Link’s
boat, the King of Red Lions.