The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past

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One of the world's most popular videogame characters makes his Game Boy Advance debut - in a Game Pak loaded with not one, but two Zelda titles, including the first-ever multiplayer Zelda game!

The one-player mode in The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is the complete Super Nintendo classic, squeezed onto a cart no bigger than a strip of chewing gum. In this sprawling adventure, Link receives a telepathic message from Zelda, imploring him to help. He must find the Master Sword, then travel to the Dark World to defeat Ganon and restore peace to the land of Hyrule.

The second game, Four Swords, is an all-new, first-ever multiplayer Zelda title! Between two to four players brave the dangers of multiple dungeons in a quest to find the Master Sword - and enjoy a unique blend of co-operation and back-stabbing as they unite to solve puzzles and swap items, and compete to pick up rupees and increase their individual scores.

Both games feature tons of that special Zelda brand of monster-battling, puzzle-solving, item-using action. Talk to all sorts of people and creatures to gain information about how to move forward in your quest. Fight enemies and battle through dangerous and complicated dungeons to recover key objects that open new areas. Wield swords, throw bombs, perform dash attacks, manipulate objects; and, of course, acquire items that give additional abilities.

At the 2002 E3 show in Los Angeles, Mr Shigeru Miyamoto - the creator of the Zelda series - took to the stage with representatives from Namco, Sega and Capcom to demonstrate the maniacal multiplayer fun of Four Swords. Seeing the four bigwigs laugh, joke and jostle as the multiple Links were guided, thrown and even shoved down holes was all the proof needed that this first multiplayer Zelda will be firmly glued in your Game Boy Advance slot come launch.

The biggest, most beautiful handheld Zelda game yet: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is a legend in its own right.


Contributed by gamewarrior (5122) on Mar 28, 2007.

It Hy-Rules!

Travel through the Light and Dark Worlds in this classic Zelda adventure
Return to an age of magic and heroes! When an evil magician named Agahnim begins kidnapping young maidens in Hyrule in a quest to break the imprisoning seal on Ganon, a young boy named Link is called upon to stop him. Link must venture into twisting mazes, dungeons, palaces and shadowy forests as he searches for the maidens and Princess Zelda. Traversing both Light and Dark Worlds, he must navigate eight dark dungeons, fighting evil enemies and huge bosses. Help our hero prevent Ganon and Agahnim from shattering Hyrule forever. Whether you are a young knight, a heroine-in-training or a seasoned warrior, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past will delight!
Learn more about The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past at Zelda.com!


Contributed by Evil Ryu (31577) on Feb 07, 2007.

The classic Super NES game, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, makes its triumphant return on the Game Boy Advance!

Featuring all of the game play that you came to love, the game is virtually a perfect bit-for-bit translation of the original. With two worlds, eleven dungeons, and a huge overworld to explore, the original is still the defining game of its kind.

But that's just the beginning! Also included is the first-ever multiplayer Zelda game, Four Swords. By linking up your Game Boy Advance systems, four players can compete and cooperate to battle through various dungeons. Players can exchange items, fight enemies and pick up as many Rupees as they can to increase their individual scores. It's a unique blend of cooperation and backstabbing that's sure to have you and your friends glued to your Game Boy Advance systems. This is sure to be one of the "must-have" games for the Game Boy Advance!

Enjoy additional features by connecting to Nintendo GameCube The Legend of Zelda!


Contributed by Joshua J. Slone (4625) on Feb 26, 2006.

In A Link to the Past, Link answers a telepathic cry for help from Zelda and finds himself traveling throughout the Hyrule to restore peace to the land. Only when he climbs to the top of Death Mountain does he discover that he must travel back and forth between the linked worlds of Dark and Light to finally banish the wizard Agahnim and his master, Ganon. In Four Swords, up to four players must brave dangerous dungeons to defeat the wind mage, Vaati. Their strength will be tested by fierce monsters, their wisdom tested by complex puzzles, and their cooperation skills tested by difficult obstacles.


• In A Link to the Past, you'll need to talk to many people and creatures to complete your quest. You must also fight enemies, find itemsand weapons, and fight your way throughdangerous and complex dungeons.
• As you travel back and forth between the worlds, you'll uncover mysterious connections between the two. As you do, you'll wield your sword, throw bombs, dash through danger, and use a host of magical items!
• In Four Swords, players will face puzzles that require the cooperation of two or more players to solve, but everyone will also be competing for Rupees. It's a unique blend of cooperation and backstabbing!



Contributed by Joshua J. Slone (4625) on Oct 26, 2005.

Two Legendary Games. One Game Pak.



In A Link to the Past, an evil sorcerer named Agahnim gains control of Hyrule and uses his power to free Ganon from his prison in the Dark World. In Four Swords, a terrible Wind Mage named Vaati kidnaps Princess Zelda and seals her away in his palace.


Contributed by Alrightya (314) on Jun 20, 2005.

Return to an age of magic and heroes! The elegant Princess Zelda calls for Link's help to restore the Triforce and defeat Ganon. When Zelda learns that Ganon has acquired a piece of the Triforce, she hides the remaining pieces in an effort to save Hyrule. Thus, the adventure begins!

Link's mission to restore the Triforce and search for Princess Zelda allows him to venture into twisting mazes, dungeons, palaces, and shadowy forests. Link precariously maneuvers his way through eight dark dungeons. During his search of Dark World labyrinths, Link gathers magical items and mighty weapons. He must also fight against evil enemies and big bosses. Special items like the power glove, hookshoot, and magic flippers allow Link to be clever and crafty in his quest. As Link, you must prevent Ganon's evil plot from shattering the peaceful Hyrule.

The Legend of Zelda offers a rich adventure for all gamers. Whether you are a young knight, heroine-in-training, or a seasoned warrior, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past will delight!


Contributed by Alrightya (314) on Jun 20, 2005.

Enter Ganon’s Dark Tower and Attempt to Seal Him within the Dark World Forever.

An evil sorcerer named Agahnim gains control of Hyrule and uses his power to free Ganon from his prison in the Dark World. After rescuing Princess Zelda from Agahnim’s grasp, Link frees the descendents of the Seven Sages and strengthens the magical seals designed to keep Ganon safely locked away.


Contributed by gamewarrior (5122) on Mar 26, 2005.

Two Legendary Games. One Game Pak.

Whether you choose solo or competitive play, The Legend of Zelda: a Link to the Past / Four Swords will keep your eyes, fingers, and mind occupied like no other game on Game Boy Advance!

Features


• Classic adventure gaming at its finest, A Link to the Past seamlessly mixes brain-bending puzzles and supreme swashbuckling action.
• Up to four players can cooperate and compete in Four Swords -- where four Links fight together through some of the most wicked dungeons ever seen.
• Complete special tasks in Four Swords to unlock cool features in A Link to the Past -- and vice versa!
• Randomly generated dungeons in Four Swords ensure that the game is different each time you play.


In A Link to the Past, Link travels between the Light World and the Dark World, conquering fierce monsters and uncovering Hyrule's deepest secrets along the way. It's one of Link's most challenging adventures of all time!

What makes Four Swords so fun is the communication and cooperation it requires between the players. As few as two players can work their way through the game together, but it's infinitely more fun with a full roster. The dungeon puzzles have been designed to demand that multiple heroes solve problems and slash foes together, but even as you cooperate, you compete against your friends to see who can collect the most Rupees. The ensuing action is pure multiplayer bliss.

The more you play Four Swords, the more of Four Swords there is. Every time you play, the dungeons are different than the last time you plundered them. Four Swords creates a dungeon level by randomly selecting a dungeon setting -- a vast area with many set challenges -- then dropping a randomly selected new dungeon part into it. As you gain more keys and experience, obstacles become more challenging and levels become more difficult. There are dozens of settings and parts available for each separate area, so you'll always be challenged with new dungeon levels!

Bottom Line

If you own a Game Boy Advance, don't miss The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past / Four Swords. From classic adventure gaming to multiplayer mayhem, this game has it all!


Contributed by Xoleras (66998) on Jan 03, 2005.

Fantasy and Reality Collide In A Land Of Enchantment

Venture back to Hyrule and an age of magic and heroes. The predecessors of Link and Zelda face monsters on the march when a menacing magician takes over the kingdom. Only you can prevent his evil plot from shattering the land of Hyrule.

In your quest, you’ll venture into twisting mazes, dungeons, palaces and shadowy forests. Test your mettle with mighty swords and magical weapons. Or heft a boulder and hurl it at your enemies. If the going gets tough, dive into a river – you can swim to escape! Learn powerful spells, locate magical artifacts and solve the mysteries of the evil magician and the hidden realm of Hyrule.

This exciting Super NES’ sequel to the Legend Of Zelda® and The Adventure Of Link® uses 16-bit power to create a quest so colorful and detailed you don’t just play it, you live it!

Includes battery back-up to save your progress.


Contributed by gamewarrior (5122) on Nov 08, 2004.

Return to the Land of Hyrule
and to the Age of Magic and Heroes!

Player demand for the re-release of this Super NES smash hit couldn't be any higher. In all his glory, Link ventures back to the land of Hyrule. The predecessors of Link and Zelda face monsters on the march when a menacing magician takes over the kingdom. Only you can prevent his evil plot from shattering the peaceful Hyrule. In your quest, you'll venture into twisting mazes, dungeons, palaces and shadowy forests. Test your mettle with might swords and magical weapons. Or heft a boulder and hurl it at your enemies. If the going gets tough, dive into a river - you can swim to escape! Learn powerful spells, locate magical artifacts and solve the mysteries of the evil magician and the hidden realm of Hyrule.


• Solve challenging puzzles and face might enemies!
• Test your mettle with mighty swords and magical weapons!
• Battery-backed memory saves your progress!



Contributed by James P. Wong (2344) on Sep 24, 2003.

A legend begins anew ... and a new multiplayer adventure is born!

Take up your sword and prepare to defend Hyrule -- the Super NES classic, A Link to the Past, is now on Game Boy Advance! As evil seeps across the kingdom, you must explore deep dungeons and uncover dark secrets on an epic quest to defeat the evil wizard, Agahnim. And now you can also link up and play Four Swords, the first-ever four-player Zelda adventure!


• Bring like to the world! Master items like the Hookshot, Power Glove and Pegasus Shoes as you warp between the massive Light and Dark Worlds on one of Link's most epic adventures.
• Link your Links! Four Swords isn't just the first multiplayer Zelda game -- it's also a unique mix of competition and cooperation that'll have you and up to three friends scrambling for Rupees!



Contributed by Kartanym (9909) on May 06, 2003.