Nintendo is set to launch its biggest game this year and new, special edition hardware. The Japanese video gaming giant on March 28 made another gameplay reveal for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Nintendo announced that development for the upcoming Zelda title had been completed. They also published two trailer videos. Aside from a 10-minute gameplay video, they dropped a 54-second video unveiling a Zelda-themed Switch system.
In a press release, Nintendo provided more details about its newest device, including its target release date. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch Edition will come out on April 28, days before the game's launch.
It will be an OLED model with a 7-inch display and 64GB internal storage. Nintendo has also begun accepting preorders for the special edition hardware. It is priced at $359.99. Nintendo disclosed that it does not include the game itself. This means players still need to purchase the title separately.
As the first Zelda-themed Switch system, it is clad with designs and other elements from the mega-hit franchise. Its JoyCon controllers come in the iconic Zelda gold. The dock also features other symbols from the game, including the Hylian Crest, which is displayed prominently.
Aside from the base console, the special edition Switch will include Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers and a Switch Carrying Case. Nintendo, however, will only release these accessories during the game's launch on May 12.
Nintendo executives recently confirmed that they had gone gold for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Series Producer Eijie Aonuma played the game for 10 minutes straight in their most recent gameplay video.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is one of the highly anticipated games this year. It bagged the Most Anticipated Game title during the Game Awards 2022. / ###