All its versions
| Game | Year | Platform | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Link's Awakening | 1993 | Game Boy | Original |
| Link's Awakening(this page) | 2019 | Switch | Remake |
What it is
The 2019 Switch remake of the beloved 1993 adventure, rendered in a stunning toy-diorama art style: Link washes up on a mysterious island and must wake a dreaming whale to escape.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switch | 2019 | Standard | — |
| Switch | 2019 | Dreamer Edition | — |
Where it sits in the story
Fallen Hero Timeline · fallen branch
Where it sits for newcomers
Recommended entry #5
A gorgeous Switch remake of a short, dreamlike adventure — the ideal 2D Zelda entry for someone who wants something compact and beautiful.
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