Nintendo licenses Zelda toy line to Hasbro for 2027 launch
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Hasbro has secured a licence from Nintendo to produce a range of Legend of Zelda merchandise, including action figures and other toys, with the first products due to launch in 2027. The deal extends one of gaming's most enduring franchises well beyond video games and Nintendo's own merchandising, putting Zelda alongside established toy giants' shelves for the first time at this scale, and underlines Nintendo's growing appetite for licensing its properties to major manufacturers.
The arrangement builds on the Zelda series' strengthened commercial standing following the success of recent entries in the franchise, and follows a broader industry pattern of publishers partnering with dedicated toy makers to expand their characters into physical collectibles. Nintendo and Hasbro have not yet released details of the specific product lineup, pricing or exact release schedule within 2027, with further information expected closer to launch.
- Hasbro licensed to make Legend of Zelda toys and figures
- Products slated to launch from 2027
- Product details, pricing and exact timing still unannounced
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The Legend of Zelda is a long-running Nintendo video game series, first released in 1986. Its stories usually follow the hero Link as he explores the fantasy land of Hyrule, often trying to stop the villain Ganon and protect Princess Zelda.
Nintendo is one of the world’s best-known video game companies and owns the Zelda characters and name. Hasbro is a large American toy company whose brands include Transformers, Nerf and Play-Doh, and it also makes licensed products based on other entertainment franchises.
Video game companies increasingly use toys, films and other products to reach audiences beyond people who play their games. Zelda has gained a wider profile through recent successful games, making it a valuable property for manufacturers seeking collectible figures and related merchandise.
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Originally published by GamesRadar+ as “Hasbro wins license to make Legend of Zelda toys, action figures, and more from 2027”.