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The Legend of Zelda: story

Ganon invades Hyrule and steals the Triforce of Power. Princess Zelda hides eight fragments of the Triforce of Wisdom before being captured. After rescuing her attendant Impa, Link sets out across forests, mountains, and underground labyrinths to reunite the fragments and find a way to save the princess.

References: Zelda Fandom. Summaries written for this guide. Artwork and screenshots © Nintendo.

Original NES opening clearing; gameplay playfield enlarged by the reference source.
Original NES opening clearing; gameplay playfield enlarged by the reference source.