The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past was originally released in Japan. It marked the third installment in the Legend of Zelda series, known for its top-down perspective and deep gameplay.
The game was released in North America, expanding the popularity of the Zelda franchise in the Western gaming market.
The game became available in European markets, further growing the Zelda fanbase internationally.
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past was re-released on the Wii Virtual Console, allowing a new generation of gamers to experience the classic title digitally.
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past was re-released on the New Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console, featuring improved portability and gameplay enhancements specific to the platform.
The seven sages who sealed away the evil Ganon are imprisoned in the Dark World as punishment for Ganon's revival attempts.
Ganon escapes from his previous seal, is banished to the Dark World, and gains dark powers by transforming the Dark World from the Sacred Realm into a twisted version of Hyrule.
Ganon's forces invade Hyrule, causing widespread chaos and devastation.
Link is awakened by Princess Zelda's telepathic plea for help after her capture by Agahnim's forces.
Link rescues Princess Zelda who was imprisoned in Death Mountain Tower by Agahnim.
Link rescues the seven maidens, descendants of the original seven sages, who were imprisoned in crystals throughout the Dark World.
Link pulls the legendary Master Sword from the pedestal, enabling him to travel to the Dark World and defeat Ganon.
Link journeys to the Dark World to confront Ganon and break his tyranny.
Link confronts and defeats Ganon in his castle in the Dark World.
With Ganon's defeat, the Dark World is transformed back into the Sacred Realm, restoring peace to Hyrule.
