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Released by: linksawakeningdxhd, BigheadSMZStatus: Completed and receiving new improvement updates
Initial Release Date: 13 Dec 2023
Patch Version: v1.7.0
Patch Date: 29 March 2026
Source and details: https://archive.org/details/links-awakening-dx-hd (original itch.io download taken down by Big N)
Patch source and details: https://github.com/BigheadSMZ/Zelda-LA-DX-HD-Updated
Original description from itch.io:
Dive into the enchanting world of The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening DX as you’ve never experienced it before, with this meticulously crafted PC version that breathes new life into this classic adventure. Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of Koholint Island with enhanced graphics and widescreen support, bringing the charming landscapes and characters to vivid detail on your modern PC display.
But that’s not all – we’ve turbocharged the gameplay with high framerate support, ensuring that every sword swing, puzzle solve, and enemy encounter feels smoother and more responsive than ever. Rediscover the magic of this timeless Zelda title with improved performance, letting you explore dungeons, uncover secrets, and engage in epic battles with unparalleled fluidity.
Whether you’re a long-time fan of Link’s Awakening or a newcomer to the series, this PC version offers a fresh take on the beloved classic, combining the essence of the original with cutting-edge enhancements. Embark on a journey across the mysterious island, solve puzzles, meet quirky characters, and relive the adventure with a level of polish and finesse that pays homage to the legendary legacy of The Legend of Zelda.
Besides creating ports for additional systems, the updates done by BigheadSMZ has produced a lot of changes and improvements. Since it's a bit too much to list here check out the changelogs mentioned on the releases page.
Main Features:
- Ultra-Widescreen Support: The game is expanded to fit modern displays, allowing you to see much more of the map at once.
- Zoom Features: You can zoom the camera all the way out to see the entire active world map, or zoom in closer.
- High Frame Rate: Supports up to 120 fps for smooth scrolling and gameplay.
- Seamless Transitions: Unlike the original, which used screen-by-screen transitions, this version features a continuous, scrolling overworld.
- Improved Legibility: Features HD text with an optional alternate font and menus that are easier to read on high-resolution screens.
- Multi-Language Support: Includes support for various languages beyond the original release.
- Modern Lighting: Includes a new lighting engine for dungeons and visual effects like enemy electrocution.
- Post-processing Effects: Shadow outlines on enemies and characters along with fog effects.
- Expanded Item Slots: Adds extra item slots (mapped to 4 buttons), significantly reducing the need to constantly pause and swap items.
- Customizable Redux and Modifier Settings: Change various properties of the game to suit your preferred playstyle.
- Setting Presets: Easy and quick presets based on Modern, Classic, or Hybrid styles.
- Touch-Screen Controls: Android port has on-screen controls via an overlay but can be played with a controller as well.
- Probably some more I've not thought off
Thanks to BigheadSMZ this can now be played on all the main systems people use these days. So there's no excuse not to play it at this point lol
Original Release Trailer:
Some details about the update patch:
