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The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds

Why it matters
Polygon’s #2 game of 2013 remains #1 in my heart. The Zelda series has moved away from its classic formula since the release of Link Between Worlds. Miss that flavor? This entry nails what made the original style so special.
Chris Plante
Chris Plante
Editor-in-chief
Release DateNov 22, 2013
GenreAction-RPG, Fantasy
PublisherNintendo
DeveloperNintendo Entertainment Analysis and Development
PlatformNintendo, Nintendo 3DS
Why it matters
Polygon’s #2 game of 2013 remains #1 in my heart. The Zelda series has moved away from its classic formula since the release of Link Between Worlds. Miss that flavor? This entry nails what made the original style so special.
Chris Plante
Chris Plante
Editor-in-chief
Release DateNov 22, 2013
GenreAction-RPG, Fantasy
PublisherNintendo
DeveloperNintendo Entertainment Analysis and Development
PlatformNintendo, Nintendo 3DS

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