Classic NES Series: Zelda II: The Adventure of Link

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  • Summary: The sequel to The Legend of Zelda combines side-scrolling action with role-playing game elements. In Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, you'll embark on a quest to find the Triforce of Courage, awaken Princess Zelda from an evil wizard's spell, and save Hyrule from ruin. As Link, you can learnThe sequel to The Legend of Zelda combines side-scrolling action with role-playing game elements. In Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, you'll embark on a quest to find the Triforce of Courage, awaken Princess Zelda from an evil wizard's spell, and save Hyrule from ruin. As Link, you can learn magic spells and collect items to increase your power. Zelda II features magic that lets you fly, throw fireballs, jump higher, and more.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Play Magazine
    91
    A great adventure. It's this combination of unique elements that creates and action-RPG experience unlike any other, and it still holds up well today. [Dec 2004, p.100]
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  2. Armchair Empire
    85
    This is the only Zelda game I can think of that used experience points to level-up. Other than that, you're dealing with a typical (and engrossing) Legend of Zelda experience.
  3. GameCube Advanced
    74
    Any game that holds up more than a decade later is definitely one to watch, and Zelda II is one of these games.
  4. Nintendo Power
    72
    The game proved to be an entertaining and natural step in the franchise's evolution. [Dec 2004, p.150]
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  5. IGN
    70
    It's a recommended, and playable, adventure even today, but don't expect the same gameplay from the truly classic Zelda titles.
  6. 1UP
    65
    Adventure of Link might be more for completists than its predecessor was, but you can certainly find plenty here to keep you busy for some time.
  7. Cheat Code Central
    60
    It's a long adventure and although it may be somewhat boring by today's standards, it's a great way for beginners to submerse themselves in the RPG universe.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 23
  3. Negative: 6 out of 23
  1. GamecubeLover
    Jul 27, 2016
    10
    If I rated the NES in metascore I would rate this a 77/100. But the GBA port is better and another plus is you can play it almost anywhere andIf I rated the NES in metascore I would rate this a 77/100. But the GBA port is better and another plus is you can play it almost anywhere and the game is good in general.… Expand
  2. GuyWhoDoesStuff
    Nov 10, 2013
    10
    This game is brutally difficult. However it is also brutally fun its an absolute blast to play and it's five dollars on the virtual console soThis game is brutally difficult. However it is also brutally fun its an absolute blast to play and it's five dollars on the virtual console so go buy it… Expand
  4. camussetien
    Dec 22, 2015
    10
    I do not understand the bad reputation of this game ... it is wonderful !!!!! To my taste a lot and enjoy me ..... honestly, I am convincedI do not understand the bad reputation of this game ... it is wonderful !!!!! To my taste a lot and enjoy me ..... honestly, I am convinced that the people who give such low notes have not played enough with him , an adventure game fledged and extreme difficulty, especially in his last palace, a huge world , a variety of enemies , magic , lunges , perfect gameplay, secrets in every corner , good music , in short, easily meets all the requirements you may be required to zelda .

    No comprendo la mala fama de este juego...es una maravilla!!!!! A mi me gusto muchisimo y disfrute como pocas veces.....sinceramente, estoy convencido que la gente que le da unas notas tan bajas no han jugado lo suficiente con él, un juego de aventuras en toda regla y de dificultad extrema, sobre todo en su ultimo palacio, un mundo enorme, variedad de enemigos, magias, estocadas, una jugabilidad perfecta, secretos en cada rincon, buena musica , en fin, cumple con creces todos los requisitos que se le puede exigir a un zelda.    … Expand
  5. AB
    Nov 8, 2004
    8
    This is the worst Zelda game since the CD-i games by Philips. But that is saying nothing. This is an amazing adventure, but sometimes it just This is the worst Zelda game since the CD-i games by Philips. But that is saying nothing. This is an amazing adventure, but sometimes it just doesn't feel like Zelda.… Expand
  6. MP83
    Aug 10, 2005
    7
    Reminds me from Falcom's "Ys III: Wanderers from Ys" game. Both are really different compared to their predecessors. Still, not a bad Reminds me from Falcom's "Ys III: Wanderers from Ys" game. Both are really different compared to their predecessors. Still, not a bad game, just different.… Expand
  7. giannis2001
    Sep 7, 2022
    5
    I am in love with Zelda series. But man, I dragged through this game. It's not bad but it's incredibly difficult. I liked the adventure part,I am in love with Zelda series. But man, I dragged through this game. It's not bad but it's incredibly difficult. I liked the adventure part, the puzzles and how everything is hidden, but the enemies, combat and controls are just atrocious. I played this game on Switch, with the reverse mechanic, and it's the only reason I went to beat it. I would have quit long before. It's literally more difficult than Dark Souls. As much as I love Zelda series, I will admit that this one is aged and not enjoyable. The first one is way better than this.… Expand
  8. SirMeowsAlot349
    Aug 8, 2017
    0
    Worst game i have ever played! What really makes me sad is that it's a legend of zelda game! It's way too hard, the enemy's move to fast, andWorst game i have ever played! What really makes me sad is that it's a legend of zelda game! It's way too hard, the enemy's move to fast, and the game is just boring! Don't buy this awful game!… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#31 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#11 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#7 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2004