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Andy and Al bring you the latest Zelda news, theories, reactions, analysis, and shenanigans in The Zelda Cast, the internet’s best weekly Legend of Zelda podcast!
Listen on Apple PodcastsWe are now less than one week away from the 2026 Zelda Dungeon Marathon! For this week's episode we're taking things easy, answering more Zelda Dungeon daily debates like: What makes a good Zelda remake? What are our favorite and least favorite enemy names? What makes a good Zelda mini-game? Should the Ocarina of Time remake have difficulty options? And more! All this, PLUS a preview for next week at the Zelda Dungeon Marathon including our next live episode during the event, Sour Ones Q&A! For the Q&A! Feel free to send in your questions to us on our Discord and Bluesky page! We're taking questions about... well... anything! From Zelda questions to behind-the-scenes stories from the show and the ZD Marathon! This will be a Live Q&A meaning we'll be prioritizing our Twitch chat's questions first! Come catch us live on Sunday (7/26) at roughly 5:15pm CST! We'll see you there! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
As of now there is little that we know about the upcoming Ocarina of Time remake. The reveal trailer gave us just a glimpse that the game exists and left the rest to our imagination, or rather... prediction! This week, we're joined by Adrielle as we break down and weigh in on Evan Hahn's latest article in which he puts the Zelda Dungeon Writing Team's collective "wisdom of the crowd" to the test! For this article, thirty-two Zelda Dungeon staff members were surveyed and asked to make predictions regarding various aspects of the Ocarina of Time remake like: When will we see the next trailer? What will the release date be? Will the Ocarina of Time remake be open world? Which existing dungeon will see the biggest overhaul? Will the remake have any new dungeons? And more! All this, PLUS we are now only two weeks away from the 2026 Zelda Dungeon Marathon! And this year, Zelda Dungeon's merch store has returned! Come check it out here! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
Back in February, we reviewed Zelda Dungeon's Top 40 Moments in the Zelda Series list. Spanning two whole episodes, we went through each entry and gave our thoughts on the final results from what had been a heated and arduous decision process! Three months later, Zelda Dungeon released their "Even More Top Moments" list! This week we're reviewing that very list, covering the Zelda moments that hadn't quite made the initial top 40 cut but still deserved to be recognized! All this, PLUS our thoughts on Sony removing purchased movies from user libraries and announcing their 2028 discontinuation of physical games. Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
Andy returns this week, as we catch up on all the reaction surrounding Ocarina of Time Remake. We are answering fan questions, including: what music are we looking forward to hearing? Are there any side characters we want to see more of? What do we think of Nintendo's photorealistic graphics? Was this remake done with intentions to tie into the Zelda movie? How will combat work in the game? Are fans expecting too much change in the remake? All this and more. Plus, announcing a livestream July 18th playing Ocarina of Time Master Quest in tribute to our beautiful Zora the cat <3 Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
We're still collecting ourselves after the reveal of Ocarina of Time Remake! Last week we covered the entire Nintendo Direct presentation that preceded the big reveal with some help from our friends Corey and Adrielle. This week, Alasyn, Cal, and Jules are jumping right in to their initial reactions to the announcement of Ocarina of Time Remake! It's been a lively time for Ocarina of Time centered debates here on Zelda Dungeon and to follow up our first trailer reactions, we'll be chiming in on Daily Debates such as: Should fused weapons see a return in Ocarina of Time Remake? Which aspect of the remake are we most excited to learn about? Do we think the Ocarina of Time Remake will be open world? Should the remake include prequel story content? And more! Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
A new Nintendo Direct! Last week, Nintendo presented us with a showcase containing a myriad of updates and reveals for Switch 2 games releasing later this year! For this week's episode, Alasyn, Corey, and Adrielle are breaking down the presentation and giving their thoughts on everything that was shown off! Titles like Xenoblade Chronicles, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Pokemon Pokopia, Switch Sports Resort, Kingdom Hearts, and more! This Nintendo Direct was jam packed! And of course, we can't forget the star of the show, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake! To finish out the Direct, Nintendo confirmed that the rumored remake for Ocarina of Time is indeed real! Although the reveal trailer was short, that won't stop us from having plenty to say about it! Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
It's hard to believe, but June 5th 2026 marks ONE FULL YEAR of the Switch 2 being released, and today, we are looking back and reviewing the year that was. We take a look at where the console is at from a hardware/app perspective, and then dive in to analyze the biggest games released in the first year and how the met, exceeded, or fell short of our expectations. For a bit of fun, we also grade the first year of every major Nintendo console! All this PLUS some reaction to Summer Game Fest 2026 and the Dark Horse comics union recognition - get in to listen an let us know what your grade for Year One of the Switch 2 is! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
We're back again, again with the epic finale to our list of The Highs and Lows of the Wild Era of Zelda games! Starting from 2014 and ending in 2025 with Age of Imprisonment, we're wrapping up on our favorite moments and our... not so favorite moments. It's been a journey that has lasted for three whole episodes so if you haven't caught up on parts 1 & 2 go ahead and check those out! Come hang out as we close out on the moments that defined eleven years of The Legend of Zelda! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
We've got a fun episode for you all this week! We asked you guys to send us your Zelda themed "Would You Rather" questions. We'll be answering questions like: Would you rather see a remake of the Nintendo DS games with regular controls or get a Four Swords Adventures remake with online multiplayer? Would you rather have every new 3D Zelda take place on Breath of the Wild's map with a linear story line or never see a traditional dungeon again? Would you rather fight a Frox or a Stone Talus in real life? All this and more! Plus! Andy's thoughts on the fan-made Twilight Princess PC port, Dusklight. Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
It's about time for us to join in on some good ol' rumors and speculation! This week we're diving right in to discuss all things Ocarina of Time and what we would want to see from a possible remake! With a topic like this, there's always conversations to be had on improvements and changes; but since the Ocarina remake is still up in the air we'll also be theorizing just what kind of remake we could (potentially) be in for! Would we be looking at a simple resolution upscale from Ocarina of Time 3D? Or would this supposed remake be built from the ground up and feature an entirely re-imagined game? It's impossible to say anything for sure; but that won't stop us from trying! All this, PLUS The Great Deku Tree Lego set discontinuing, the release date announcement for Mineru's Construct Amiibo, and the release date change for the Legend of Zelda movie! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
We're back this week to pick up where we left off one month ago! Once again we're looking back at the high-points and low-points of all things Zelda throughout the Wild Era! From major events that surrounded the games' releases to the significant changes that these games brought to the series! We'll be breaking down all things great and not-so-great from Breath of the Wild, Age of Calamity, Tears of the Kingdom, and Age of Imprisonment! All this, PLUS our thoughts on Takashi Tezuka retiring, the Switch 2 price increase, and the recent Star Fox reveal! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
Our Ōkami celebration comes to a close this week and to wrap things up we're looking ahead to the officially announced sequel! Back in 2024, Capcom revealed that the Ōkami sequel was in early development. After so many years since the original game's release there's a lot to discuss in regards to what we would want to see from a new game! This week we're listing off our suggestions and hopes on how the Ōkami sequel can improve on the original! From game pacing to story, game-play to technical improvements, and even the celestial brush itself! There's a lot to consider so come hang out with us as we go over our hopes for the Ōkami sequel! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
Our Ōkami celebration continues, as this week, we rank all eight dungeons in the Zelda-like title! From the not-quite-intro-but-close dungeons like Tsuta Ruins and Gale Shrine to the mini-dungeon Sunken Ship, to the literal mini-dunegon of the Imperial Palace to heavy hitters like the Moon Cave, Oni Island, and Wawku Shrine that would feel right at home in modern 3D Zelda titles, we go through them all and discuss the highs and lows. Plus, Al gives her thoughts after playing Ōkami for the first time about the game, its vibes, Issun, Orochi, Ninetails, and more! All this, PLUS we talk the Zelda movie finishing shooting and talk new episodes of Middle-Earth: The Podcast. Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
Over the next few weeks, we are celebrating 20 years of one of - if not THE - greatest Zelda-like games of all time: Ōkami! We start off with our 20 Year Retrospective, as Zelda Dungeon's Nicole Scott and Miranda Feller join the show to discuss what makes Ōkami so endearing, what qualities make it such a Zelda-like, our memories playing the game for the first time, our thoughts on Amatersau as a main character and Issun as a companion, how the Celestial Brush techniques felt in both motion controls and standard mode, how the games story is structured, and how Ōkami might be the ultimate good vibes game. The next few weeks are all about Ōkami as it celebrates this milestone anniversary, so if it's been a while or you've never played it, we hope you do! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
The "Wild Era" of The Legend of Zelda has redefined the series for over twelve years, ever since the original trailer for Zelda Wii U back in 2014. This week, we're looking back at the high-points and low-points of all things Zelda throughout the Wild Era! We'll be examining the major events that surrounded the games' releases as well as the significant changes that these games brought to the series! There's a lot to cover between all of the things we love about these games and those we wished could've been done differently. In fact, there was so much to discuss that we had to make this a two-part episode! Come hang out with us for part one of our Wild Era Zelda breakdown! All this, PLUS our thoughts on the results of Musical March Madness! For Next Week! Our celebration of the 20th anniversary of Okami begins! Join us then for a detour into one of our favorite Zelda-likes! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
We've taken a trip to the movie theaters this week, and we are coming back with our Yoshi popcorn buckets to talk about the Super Mario Galaxy Movie! We've broken the episode up into clear non-spoiler and spoiler territory, but even so, be warned! We're giving our review, discussing whether the movie recaptured the magic of the original, how the new additions to the voice cast fared, what our favorite surprises were, and how Nintendo needs to go all in on Star Fox! Plus - what, if anything, can the Zelda movie take away from the Galaxy Movie? Let us know if you think our review is fresh or rotten, PLUS get geared up for the 3rd annual Marlo Means Fun Marathon , happening April 11th and 12 on Twitch with an interview featuring Kora Burton, who shares her story and the inspiration behind creating the event! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
We're back this week with quite a variety of topics to cover! We'll be giving our answers to daily debates like: What do we think is the most aggravating mechanic in Zelda? Are we worried that Nintendo will reveal too much information about the Legend of Zelda movie in the lead up to its release? And should the Zelda games still be considered to be medieval fantasy? All this, PLUS a discussion on the recent character reveal poster for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie, our thoughts leading up to the 20th anniversary of Okami, and much more! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
For the eighth year now, Musical March Madness returns ! As the name implies, this is Zelda Dungeon’s take on the traditional March Madness bracket, with our favorite Zelda songs taking the place of college basketball teams competing in 64-song single elimination tournament until there’s only one left! This week, we’re joined by our favorite frenemy, Corey Richmond , to go over each matchup and pick our favorites until there is only one left! Come along for the ride and make sure to fill out your own prediction for the tournament! Musical March Madness runs MARCH 21st-April 7th! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
It's time once again for the best game on this show - Guess That Zelda Character! The premise is simple, we have 16 yes or no questions to guess a Zelda character from any game in the series! Come play along as we try to stump each other! All this, PLUS some Pokemon Pokopia and Stardew Valley talk! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
This week, as we move on from the Zelda series' 40th Anniversary, we're catching up on all the recent happenings in the world of Nintendo - from the Indie Direct, the reveal of Pokemon's 10th generation games (Winds & Waves) and the release of Pokemon Pokopia, to Nintendo's recently filed lawsuit and even some Stardew Valley anniversary discussion! There's a lot to cover this week, followed by some daily debate talk for old times sake! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM
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