September 26 is Going to Be a Huge Day for Zelda Fans

Key Takeaways

September 26 brings the release of both Echoes of Wisdom and a special Zelda-themed Switch Lite console.
Echoes of Wisdom features Princess Zelda as the main playable character with an art style similar to the Link’s Awakening remake.
The Zelda-themed Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition comes with a bonus of 12 months of Switch Online + Expansion Pack tier access.

Thursday, September 26 will be a big day for The Legend of Zelda franchise, as that’s the day that not only Echoes of Wisdom hits store shelves, but a special Zelda-themed Switch Lite console does as well. The Legend of Zelda has been one of Nintendo’s biggest franchises for decades, with each new entry consistently earning critical acclaim and selling millions of copies.

Considering how popular the franchise is, it’s really no surprise that The Legend of Zelda has had an incredible presence on the Switch. Nintendo has made an effort to bring classic Zelda games to the Switch Online subscription service, and it has also released multiple new Zelda games on the platform, ranging from remakes of classic titles like Link’s Awakening to brand-new, open world epics like launch title Breath of the Wild and its beloved sequel Tears of the Kingdom. The next big Zelda adventure is coming on September 26, a day that will be particularly exciting for longtime franchise fans.

Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Has In-Game Smoothie Shops

Smoothie Shops will be a part of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, showing fans that there will be more to gameplay than just the Tri Rod.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is the first main series Zelda game that will feature Zelda as the predominant playable character. Echoes of Wisdom will see Princess Zelda explore Hyrule, utilizing a unique ability that lets her copy enemies and objects and then use them in battles, puzzle-solving, and exploration. Featuring an art style similar to the gorgeous Link’s Awakening remake, Echoes of Wisdom has looked incredible so far. But while Echoes of Wisdom is the main reason why Zelda fans should circle September 26 on their calendars, it’s not the only reason they should be excited about that day.

Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition Both Release on September 26

The same day that Echoes of Wisdom hits store shelves, Nintendo will be releasing a special Zelda-themed Switch Lite console. The Zelda-themed Switch Lite, known as the console’s Hyrule Edition, is gold with the Triforce symbol on the bottom right-hand corner of the device. The rear of the system is adorned with the Hylian Crest, making it a snazzy collector’s item for Zelda fans, even if they already have a Switch console handy.

Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition retails for $209.99.

The Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition console also comes with a bonus that sweetens the pot big time for Zelda fans. Those that purchase this special Switch console will also get 12 months of the Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, which means access to all kinds of classic Zelda games, including some of the absolute best games the series has produced so far. With a Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, Zelda fans can play classics like A Link to the Past and Ocarina of Time, so they should be kept plenty busy, to say the least.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is a top-down adventure that shakes things up by pushing Princess Zelda into the protagonist role. Armed with the Tri Rod that allows her to create copies, Zelda will go on an epic journey to protect Hyrule and find the missing Link.

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