Fans of the Legend of Zelda series who preorder the highly anticipated game, Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Amazon in Japan, are in for a treat.
GameStop is offering a free exclusive wooden plaque for anyone who purchases the standard or Collector’s Edition.
Those who preorder the standard edition will receive a special engraved spoon, while those lucky enough to get their hands on the Collector’s Edition will also receive a matching fork.
However, it seems that the utensil bonuses are exclusive to Japan, as they are currently unavailable outside the country.
The Collector’s Edition is already listed as “Currently Unavailable” and appears to be sold out.
For those outside Japan, various other preorder incentives are available.
GameStop is offering a free exclusive wooden plaque for anyone who purchases the standard or Collector’s Edition.
In the UK, all preorders on the My Nintendo Store will come with a Collector’s Coin and a leather luggage tag adorned with the TOTK logo.
Additionally, UK customers can choose to bundle their preorder with a leather-bound green notebook or a Collector’s Medal for an extra cost.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is set to launch on May 12, exclusively on Nintendo Switch.
The standard version is priced at $69.99, making it the first $70 Switch game from Nintendo.
The Collector’s Deluxe Edition, which includes a physical copy of the game, a concept art booklet, a steelbook case, a poster, and a set of four enamel pins, will retail for $129.99.
Nintendo Switch Online members can save on the game by purchasing a pair of Switch game vouchers for $99.98 through the Nintendo eShop.
Each voucher can be redeemed for a single digital title, allowing buyers to save about $30 if they purchase Tears of the Kingdom along with another full-priced game.
Nintendo is also releasing a new amiibo figure that will change the look of Link’s glider in the game when tapped.
This new figurine is available for preorder from Best Buy and GameStop for $15.99. Other Zelda-themed amiibo are also being restocked for fans to collect.
As the release date approaches, fans of the series eagerly await the chance to explore the latest installment of the Legend of Zelda franchise and collect these unique and exclusive preorder bonuses.
Hilarious preorder bonuses for Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom in Japan include an engraved spoon for the standard edition and an additional fork for the Collector’s Edition.
The utensil bonuses are exclusive to Japan and currently unavailable outside the country.
The game is set to launch on May 12, exclusively on Nintendo Switch, with the standard version priced at $69.99 and the Collector’s Deluxe Edition at $129.99.
Nintendo Switch Online members can save on the game by purchasing Switch game vouchers, potentially saving about $30 on the purchase of two full-priced games.
Additional preorder bonuses and collectibles, such as a new amiibo figure and Zelda-themed amiibo restocks, are available for fans outside Japan.
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Nintendo is taking legal action to subpoena Discord in order to identify the user responsible for leaking copyrighted material from the artbook of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
The leaked content did not reveal any significant information about the game's mysteries or story, but contained original art for the game.
Nintendo initially requested the removal of the content and the entire server, and is now seeking a DMCA subpoena to obtain the identity of the user behind the leak.
The leak's authenticity is supported by the extent of legal action taken by Nintendo, and the company has a history of pursuing leakers to protect its intellectual property.
Nintendo's commitment to protecting its creations and brand extends to taking down fan mods, hacks, and emulations.
Sony has filed a patent detailing a new technology that could revolutionize the PlayStation 5 gaming experience.
The patent outlines a controller featuring a pliable "elastic member" capable of changing its shape, temperature, and hardness in response to gameplay, with the potential to significantly improve haptic feedback and provide a more immersive experience.
The elastic sensors could be based on various flexible materials, and the patent also mentions the possibility of using artificial muscles or soft actuators and AI technology for smooth gameplay.
Concerns about the elastic member's deformation making it difficult for users to locate its original shape and position during gameplay are addressed by proposing an egg-like elliptical shape for the button that would fit comfortably in the user's hand.
If Sony proceeds with this design, it could dramatically change the way controllers work and enhance the overall gaming experience, reflecting the company's history of exploring innovative technologies.
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and Reedpop have cancelled the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), the gaming industry’s biggest annual expo.
The demise of E3 is seen as a result of a shift in the gaming industry’s focus from traditional trade shows towards virtual events and major gaming companies’ strategies.
In recent years, major companies have reduced their presence or pulled out of E3 entirely, and the shift towards virtual events has created new opportunities for gaming companies to control the entire process of making a sale.
The future of gaming events is uncertain, and it remains to be seen how the gaming industry will adapt to the challenges presented by virtual events.
E3 has played an essential role in the gaming industry's growth and evolution and has been the platform for some of the most memorable moments in gaming history.
