{"product_id":"the-legend-of-zelda-skyward-sword-hd-nintendo-switch-n23","title":"The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rgm-v3-summary\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-v3-lead\"\u003eThis HD edition revisits one of Hyrule's earliest legends, moving between the floating island of Skyloft and the world below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTravel between Skyloft and the world below\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkyward Sword HD begins on the floating island of Skyloft before sending Link through the cloud barrier to forests, volcanic terrain, and desert ruins. His Loftwing carries him across the sky, while surface regions open through repeated visits and new tools. The story follows Link and Zelda near the beginning of Hyrule's chronology and gives the Master Sword's origins a central role.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDirectional swordplay shapes combat and puzzles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnemies often guard from a particular direction, asking the player to read an opening before swinging. Motion controls map Joy-Con movement to the sword, while a button-only option uses the right stick for directional attacks. Items such as the Beetle, Gust Bellows, and Whip solve dungeon mechanisms and reveal routes. The same directional thinking links sword fights, environmental puzzles, and major boss encounters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAn HD edition with two complete control approaches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remaster improves resolution and frame rate while adding interface and pacing refinements to the Wii adventure. Players can choose motion-based sword control or the alternate button scheme, making handheld play possible without detached Joy-Con. Nintendo's US physical release works in Switch TV, tabletop, and handheld configurations. Its dungeon-focused structure suits players who want a more guided Zelda journey built around deliberate sword angles and item puzzles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:details --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-facts\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGame facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlatform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNintendo Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical US edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGenres\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAction, Adventure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlay modes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTV mode, Tabletop mode, Handheld mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlayer support\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 on one system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRelease date\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2021-07-16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich system is The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD made for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD is the physical US edition for Nintendo Switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the main gameplay hook in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose motion controls or a button-based sword option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich second mechanic shapes The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNavigate puzzle-focused dungeons and aerial travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat additional activity or feature stands out?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow Link and Zelda through an origin-era Zelda story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Nintendo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52396142952744,"sku":null,"price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9263\/2616\/files\/rgm-catalog-the-legend-of-zelda-skyward-sword-hd-nintendo-switch-n23-01-primary-white.jpg?v=1789621752","url":"https:\/\/www.rgmretrogames.com\/products\/the-legend-of-zelda-skyward-sword-hd-nintendo-switch-n23","provider":"RGM Retro Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}