DETAILS Format Game Boy Released 6 June 1993 Publisher Nintendo Product ID DMG-ZLJ Size (cm) 9.5 x 12.1 x 2 Weight (kg) 0.08

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The 4th chapter of the Zelda series is exclusive to the Game Boy handheld; and despite the technical downgrade remains a surprisingly engrossing and enjoyable adventure. Large-size GB cardboard packaging, 4Mbit cartridge, colour booklet.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 1 Aug 1993 Publisher Shogakukan Product ID ISBN4-09-102448-3 Size (cm) 18.2 x 12.8 x 1 (B6) Weight (kg) 0.18

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'Nintendo Official Guide Book' release for Zelda's Game Boy outing. Features complete and meticulous tips and maps for every area, along with interviews, music and more. 128 pages, 16 in colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released Aug 1993 Publisher Futabasha Product ID ? Size (cm) 18.2 x 12.8 x 1 (B6) Weight (kg) 0.17

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An excellent 'Certain Victory Capture Method' guide from Futabasha, full of clear and easy-to-use maps & tactics. 112 pages, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Game Boy Released 12 Dec 1998 Publisher Nintendo Product ID DMG-AZLJ-JPN Size (cm) 9.6 x 12.1 x 2 Weight (kg) 0.08

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Enhanced re-issue of the GB Zelda for the Game Boy Color. The main bulk of the game remains the same, with the added bonus of a new colour-themed dungeon. Standard Game Boy Color packaging, 8Mbit cartridge, colour booklet.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 5 Feb 1999 Publisher T2 Publishing Product ID ISBN4-88749-018-6 Size (cm) 18.2 x 12.8 x 0.8 (B6) Weight (kg) 0.18

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Detailed 'Capture Guide Book' for the GBC 'DX' re-release. Features a colourful game system & action introduction, full item & monster lists, and a complete 'Story Capture' of the entire game with step-by-step instructions and maps. 96 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 5 Mar 1999 Publisher Takahashi Shoten Product ID ISBN4-471-36037-X Size (cm) 18.2 x 12.8 x 0.8 (B6) Weight (kg) 0.20

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Quality 'Perfect Program' book from Takahashi Shoten, covering the entire game in two distinct halves: one for Koholint Island and its various overland areas, and the other for all the dungeons. Maps and hints are provided aplenty. 96 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 5 Mar 1999 Publisher Futabasha Product ID ISBN4-575-16153-5 Size (cm) 18.2 x 12.8 x 0.9 (B6) Weight (kg) 0.20

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Futabasha return with a second guide book, for the colour 'DX' version this time. Perfectly presented and practical, with a clear, comprehensive selection of maps. In truth it's hard to tell any of these books apart, they all do a great job. 144 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 10 Mar 1999 Publisher Shogakukan Product ID ISBN4-09-102679-6 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 0.9 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.24

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'Official Nintendo Guide Book' release that covers the same ground as those listed above, but whose larger size (A5) makes its layout a lot easier to take in. Also includes a brief interview with the staff, who talk about the changes made for the DX version. 112 pages, full colour, Japanese.