Zelda Sequel Inspires Fan-Made Mario Content

A recent online video ingeniously transforms The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom into a Super Mario Galaxy experience. Released in May 2023, Tears of the Kingdom, the sequel to 2017's Breath of the Wild, is the latest in Nintendo's acclaimed Zelda series. Frequently compared to other Nintendo titles like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet and various Super Mario installments, this fan-made video highlights striking similarities between Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Galaxy.

Reddit user Ultrababouin shared their creation, "Super Zelda Galaxy," a meticulously crafted video montage brimming with references to the beloved 2007 Wii game. The edit cleverly recreates scenes, including a faithful recreation of Super Mario Galaxy's iconic opening sequence, evoking a strong sense of nostalgia among viewers.

This impressive work, featured on the Hyrule Engineering subreddit—a community dedicated to Tears of the Kingdom creations—took nearly a month to complete and was submitted to their June design contest. Ultrababouin, a seasoned builder with past achievements including a Tears of the Kingdom rendition of the Master Cycle Zero (and previous Engineer of the Month awards), showcases impressive skill and creativity.

The video highlights the game's innovative build system, allowing players to construct vehicles and machines. This system has spurred remarkable creations within the Hyrule Engineering community, ranging from Ultrababouin's work to another member's functional aircraft carrier capable of launching a working bomber.

Looking ahead, the next Zelda installment, Echoes of Wisdom, is slated for release on September 26th. A notable departure from the series, this game will feature Princess Zelda as the protagonist, marking a significant shift from the usual Link-centric narrative.