The recent Nintendo Direct event has left fans buzzing with excitement as they were treated to a plethora of new game announcements and updates for Nintendo’s most beloved franchises. From Mario to Metroid, and Zelda to Animal Crossing, there’s something for everyone to look forward to in the coming months.
A Special Edition Switch Lite: The Hyrule Edition
One of the most standout announcements was the reveal of a special edition Nintendo Switch Lite, inspired by the upcoming game, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. This stunning Hyrule Edition Switch Lite features a unique gold design with black buttons and analog sticks, adorned with the iconic Hylian Crest on the back and a tiny Triforce below the right analog stick on the front.
In addition to its eye-catching design, the Hyrule Edition Switch Lite offers all the standard features of a Nintendo Switch Lite console. With a 5.5-inch LCD touchscreen display, 32GB of storage, and a battery life of up to seven hours, this console is perfect for gaming on the go. While it may not be dockable to a TV, it still supports a wide range of games from the Nintendo library.
As an added bonus, the Hyrule Edition Switch Lite comes bundled with a 12-month individual Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. This membership offers access to a treasure trove of classic games from Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis, NES, SNES, and the Game Boy family of systems. With the ability to play online multiplayer and access cloud saves, this membership is a must-have for any Nintendo fan.
Looking Back: Past Zelda-Themed Switch Consoles
This isn’t the first time Nintendo has released a Zelda-themed Switch console. In 2023, they launched a special-edition Switch OLED console to coincide with Tears of the Kingdom’s release. Featuring gold Joy-Con controllers, a gold-accented back panel, and a white Switch dock with the Triforce emblem, this console was a collector’s dream.
With the upcoming release of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and the stunning Hyrule Edition Switch Lite, Nintendo fans have a lot to look forward to. Whether you’re a Zelda enthusiast or a casual gamer, there’s something for everyone in the latest Nintendo Direct announcements. Stay tuned for more updates and preorder information as they become available.
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