The exact file size for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom has been officially confirmed. The next Legend of Zelda game will launch on the Nintendo Switch next week, though Echoes of Wisdom sets itself apart from the rest of the mainline series in a major way: Zelda herself will be the main playable character instead of Link. Zelda will jump into action to rescue Link and save the kingdom of Hyrule with the help of a fairy named Tri and the mystical Tri Rod. Gameplay-wise, Echoes of Wisdom will retain the classic top-down dungeon-crawling formula and toylike 3D graphics of 2019’s The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening remake.
As Echoes of Wisdom nears its September 26 release date, Nintendo has been steadily unveiling more information about the upcoming adventure. Earlier this month, the Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom map was revealed at a Nintendo preview event, giving eager players a look at classic Legend of Zelda locations like Hyrule Castle and Kakariko Village. On a more unofficial note, gameplay footage of Echoes of Wisdom in action was leaked online, meaning that fans will likely have to keep alert for spoilers in the...