Talk about feeling old... or that time has gone fast. Zelda, as of 2026, is 40 years old. Thinking back many years, who would've thought this day would have come. Remember 20 years old back in 2006... but 40 years old 20 years later? come on now.
The Legend of Zelda 40th direct is linked here:
https://www.nintendo.com/us/nintendo-direct/9-8-2026/
- Make sure to listen at around 2:45 for the Zelda theme song Symphony style
They are having concerts amongst other activities. Check out the concert series here:
https://zelda.gameconcerts.com
There are also exclusive Legend of Zelda collectible card for the Nintendo Today app! From the Nintendo site: A new digital card will be available to collect each day, featuring characters, items, and other elements inspired by titles throughout the history of the Legend of Zelda series.
Link: https://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/get-exclusive-digital-cards-and-more-from-the-legend-of-zelda-in-the-nintendo-today-app/
Other Links for purchases:
https://www.chickendinnergaming.com/forum/nintendo-switch-2-switch-3ds-and-wii-u/nintendo-switch-2-the-legend-of-zelda-40th-anniversary-edition/
It truly is amazing to see so many games have such an intense following after so many years. It's definitely not the norm. Nintendo has MANY of these games... and I want to say that they probably have more of them under their belt than any other company.
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