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Hasbro reveals its first Legend of Zelda action figures, bringing Tears of the Kingdom to life
Hasbro has unveiled its first range of Legend of Zelda action figures, marking the toy giant's entry into merchandise based on Nintendo's long-running fantasy franchise. The figures are themed around The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the acclaimed 2023 Nintendo Switch title, and represent a notable expansion of Hasbro's licensed collectibles business into one of gaming's most beloved series.
The announcement gives fans a first look at how characters and designs from Tears of the Kingdom have been translated into physical toy form, though further specifics on the range, pricing and release timing were not detailed in the available material. The move reflects the continued popularity of the Zelda franchise and the broader trend of major toy manufacturers securing licences for high-profile video game properties.
In short
- Hasbro unveils first Legend of Zelda action figures.
- Figures are based on Tears of the Kingdom.
- Marks Hasbro's entry into Zelda merchandise.
Explained simply
The Legend of Zelda is a long-running Nintendo fantasy game series. Its stories often follow the hero Link as he explores the kingdom of Hyrule and helps Princess Zelda confront threats to it.
Tears of the Kingdom is a 2023 game for Nintendo Switch, set in Hyrule and centred on Link’s efforts to face a new danger. Hasbro is a major toy and games company, while Nintendo owns the Zelda franchise; licensed products let other companies make goods based on characters and designs from a series.