What: Multi-player Zelda on DSiWare, playable on DSi and 3DS
When: Japan, EU, AUS, U.S. (now, September 28, 2011)
How Much: Free! But only until February 20, 2012.
"This title will be available for a limited time only (September 28, 2011 through February 20, 2012)."
Offical Four Swords Site
Official Summary
In celebration of the series 25th anniversary, The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords returns with new additions!
Introducing The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition, a special re-release of the Game Boy Advance multiplayer game!
When the evil Wind Mage Vaati escapes from confinement, Link must draw upon the power of the legendary Four Sword and save the kidnapped Princess Zelda! But theres a catch whoever touches the sword will divide into multiples! Play in single player mode and control two heroes, or play via DS Wireless Play with up to four friends! Hurdle through challenges by using teamwork as you scramble to collect the most Rupees! The Great Fairies are always watching your efforts, and will reward your bravery based on how many Rupees you collect.
This edition includes new stages and modes. Upon completing the main quest, relive memorable moments from the past with levels based on previous Zelda games in The Realm of Memories.. The bold and daring can, test their adventuring skills in The Heros Trial.
Screenshots
New Retro Levels
FAQs
Q: Can DSi owners and 3DS owners play multi-player?
A: Yes, since this is actually a DSiWare game, 3DSs play it in DS mode.
Q: How does single-player work?
A: The game gives you a dummy partner to be able to do puzzles, but only 1-2 player puzzles. If you can get 3 or 4 people together to play, slightly different 3/4-player puzzles become available.
Q: How do I get this on my DSi or 3DS?
A: Go to the Nintendo DSi Shop on a DSi or the eShop on a 3DS.
Q: Can I download this on a DSi and 3DS on the same Club Nintendo account?
A: Yes, and it's recommended, since it's free but unknown for how long. It should come with a post-play survey, but only one per account (or one per member of a family account).
Q: Is multi-player online or local only?
A: No online. Can only be played locally for multi-player. Hey, it's free!
Q: It's blurry on my 3DS. Can this be fixed?
A: Yes, by running in native DS resolution mode. Press/Hold Select before choosing the game to run it in native resolution mode. (Thanks, fernoca!)
Q: I may need to clean my fridge. How many blocks does it take?
A: 114 blocks on DSi and 115 blocks on 3DS. (Thanks, Aad!)
Q: Can this be played through Download Play on a DS or DSLite?
A: No.
