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The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past

1991 Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
1991 Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development
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About The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is an action and adventure game developed by Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development and published by Gradiente, released on 21 November 1991.

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.

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The wizard Agahnim has been abducting descendants of the seven sages, intent on using their power to obliterate the barrier leading to the Dark World. One of the descendants happens to be Princess Zelda, who informs Link of her plight. Armed with a trusty sword and shield, Link begins a journey that will take him through treacherous territory.
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What platforms is The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past available on?

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past is available on New Nintendo 3DS, Satellaview, Super Famicom, Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo 3DS.

When was The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past released?

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past was released on 21 November 1991, developed by Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development.

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