Wii U

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A few months ago, Eiji Aonuma stated that Nintendo was considering showing Zelda Wii U at this year’s E3. It now sounds like we’ll be waiting for next year’s expo for a look at the new title.

When Mashable asked if Aonuma could say anything about Zelda Wii U, Aonuma replied: “I’ll say more at E3 2014.”

Aonuma’s comment was part of a larger interview about A Link Between Worlds and the series in general. He shared some rather interesting comments when it comes to openness in Zelda’s overworlds:

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The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker was originally one of the most controversial Zelda games, at least from a visual perspective. The title’s initial reveal was less than smooth with fans wondering where Nintendo could be taking the franchise after showing the game’s “cartoony” graphics in a debut trailer at Space World 2001.

Following Wind Waker’s launch, a contingent of fans still downplayed the cel-shaded look. However, you could say that the public opinion has changed over the last decade. Wind Waker as a whole – including its timeless visuals – are now remembered much more fondly.

In an interview with Shacknews, Eiji Aonuma spoke about the turnaround in reception:

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Kotaku has a mix of comments from Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma pulled from his session at the New York Comic Con and a follow-up interview. His remarks cover changes for Zelda, returning to cel-shading, why Link isn’t as well known as Mario, and more. Kotaku also followed up with Aonuma about the Majora’s Mask connection in Zelda: A Link Between Worlds.

All of Aonuma’s comments are posted below. You can also check out Kotaku’s piece here.

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Amazon UK is now 15 years-old. To celebrate, the retailer has revealed lineups of best-selling items across various categories, including video games.

Here’s how the list panned out:

Best-selling Video Games (cross platform)

1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
2. Call of Duty: Black Ops
3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
4. Grand Theft Auto 5
5. Call of Duty: Black Ops II
6. FIFA 10
7. FIFA 13
8. FIFA 12
9. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
10. Zumba Fitness

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The latest Wii U/3DS-specific UK software sales are as follows:

Wii U

1. The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD – Nintendo
2. Nintendo Land – Nintendo
3. New Super Mario Bros. U – Nintendo
4. New Super Luigi U – Nintendo
5. Just Dance 2014 – Ubisoft
6. Rayman Legends – Ubisoft
7. Disney Infinity – Disney Interactive
8. Pikmin 3 – Nintendo
9. LEGO City: Undercover – Nintendo
10. Sports Connection – Ubisoft

3DS

1. Pokemon X – Nintendo
2. Pokemon Y – Nintendo
3. Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Nintendo
4. Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo
5. Luigi’s Mansion 2 – Nintendo
6. LEGO City Undercover: The Chase Begins – Nintendo
7. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
8. Moshi Monsters: Katsuma Unleashed – Mind Candy
9. Mario & Luigi: Dream Team – Nintendo
10. Super Mario 3D Land – Nintendo

Source: Chart-Track

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