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The Legend Of Zelda Was Planned On These Sheets Of Paper

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The Legend Of Zelda Was Planned On These Sheets Of Paper

There’s something about analogue development materials. Take, for example, these Legend of Zelda original design documents. Hand drawn on paper, they are still a sight to see.

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Nintendo UK recently uploaded a host of these originals on its official site.

Here is Takashi Tezuka’s skull room drawing, with a comparison to how it appeared in game.

The Legend Of Zelda Was Planned On These Sheets Of Paper
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Another one from Tezuka.

The Legend Of Zelda Was Planned On These Sheets Of Paper
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This drawing was done by Shigeru Miyamoto.

The Legend Of Zelda Was Planned On These Sheets Of Paper
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He did a nice job of colouring the walls! Oh, and making this game.

Check out this world map and more drawings below:

The Legend Of Zelda Was Planned On These Sheets Of Paper
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The Legend Of Zelda Was Planned On These Sheets Of Paper
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