How to play The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker in 2024

Olly Smith
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If you fancy playing The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker but don’t know how to access it, here is all we can tell you about how to play the beloved classic in 2024.

Due to its bold art style and seafaring gameplay, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker is beloved among Zelda fans for how unique it sits within the wider series canon. Now celebrated as one of the best Zelda games, you may wish to revisit the game under a modern lens.

In 2024, playing The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker will depend on the systems you own. Assuming you don’t own an original GameCube, here’s how you can set sail on your own adventure.

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Ganondorf is the main antagonist in The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker

How to play The Wind Waker in 2024

The best way to play The Wind Waker in 2024 is via the Wind Waker HD release from 2013 on the Wii U. This HD remaster included updated graphics as well as some minor tweaks to gameplay, offering an overall better experience for both newcomers and longtime fans.

Since the Wii U eShop closed down last year, it’s no longer possible to buy a digital copy of the game. However, you are still able to acquire physical copies from online sellers.

If you don’t have a Wii U, there aren’t any other legal ways to play Wind Waker. However, there have been persistent rumors of a potential Nintendo Switch port for Wind Waker HD. As with all rumors, take this with a pinch of salt.

And that’s all we know about how to play The Wind Waker in 2024. Check out our other Legend of Zelda content, including our review for Tears of the Kingdom.

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Olly is Dexerto's Evergreen Editor, taking charge of all guides and evergreen articles on the site. Olly has almost a decade of experience in covering entertainment, primarily video games and TV/film, and has a keen interest in horror media, RPGs, and action films. You can contact Olly at olly.smith@dexerto.com.