Zelda II The Adventrure of Link
塞尔达：II The Adventrure of Link
Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, developed by Nintendo and released in 1987, shifts the series toward action-RPG gameplay. Unlike its predecessor's top-down perspective, this NES title features side-scrolling combat where Link gains experience points to level up abilities like health and magic. Players navigate towns filled with NPCs offering clues and services, venture into dungeons to retrieve crystals, and master spells such as fireball and shield. The game combines real-time sword combat with RPG progression, requiring players to balance exploration with enemy encounters. Success depends on collecting all crystals scattered across the land before confronting the final enemy. This blend of action and RPG elements, along with its non-linear town exploration, creates a unique entry that distinguishes itself significantly from the original Zelda.
- Platform
- NES
- Genre
- Adventure
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 (1.6K)
- Last updated
Zelda II The Adventrure of Link Controls — NES Keyboard Keys
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| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players does Zelda II The Adventrure of Link support?
Zelda II The Adventrure of Link is a single-player Adventure game for the NES.
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