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Since the debut of The Legend of Zelda in 1987, all of Link's games have been the stuff of legends—universally appealing adventures that emerged as beloved triumphs of gameplay, presentation, innovation, graphics and fun. In The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, Link debuts on Nintendo GameCube with a fun new look, but the game is still serious about adventure.
The series' classic mix of sword-swinging action, perplexing puzzles and stirring story lines remains intact while the new toon-rendered graphics enable the characters of Link's world to be the most lively and expressive personalities gamers have ever seen. Emotions hit a fever pitch when Link witnesses his sister being snatched up by a giant bird. Embarking on an epic voyage to locate his sister, Link unravels a mystery that deftly blends unique, stylized graphics and effects with the much-heralded mechanics of the gaming milestone, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
Link's quest to rescue his kidnapped sister takes place in a vast ocean setting with many islands to visit. Link travels from island to island on his small sailboat, which is actually a very important character in the game.
The wind itself is equally important. The wind is what powers Link's boat, and Link can control the direction of the breeze by using his Baton to conduct music. This produces an innovative control configuration in which the player uses the Control Stick and the C Stick together to conduct the wind.
In an innovative twist, The Legend of Zelda for Nintendo GameCube will take advantage of the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance Cable. By using the cable to connect to a Game Boy Advance (no software necessary), players will gain access to new items and features.
For more detailed information and the latest Zelda news, visit The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker game page on nintendo.com.
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