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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD
Zelda Skyward Sword HD
- USA
- NSP · 7.60 GB
- v1.0.1
- FW v11.0.1+
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ROM details
- ROM name
- The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD
- Also known as
- Zelda Skyward Sword HD
- Genre
- Action, Adventure
- Developer
- Nintendo
- Release date
- July 16, 2021
- Series
- Legend of Zelda
- Version
- 1.0.1
- Title ID
01000C701456A000- Size
- 7.60 GB
- File type
- NSP
- Required firmware
- v11.0.1 or later
- Region
- USA
- Content type
- Base game
- Features
- Dual Control Options: Experience refined motion controls using Joy-Con controllers for 1:1 directional sword slashing and shield blocking, or opt for newly added button-only controls utilizing the right analog stick for camera panning and sword direction.
Emulator compatibility
Compatibility for The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, newest result Nov 8, 2026. Rows marked Tested were run by us; Reported rows link to the community source they came from. See how we test.
| Emulator | Platform | Device tested | FPS | Status | Notes | Result from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citron | Windows | Ryzen 7 7800X3D / RTX 4070 / 32 GB DDR5 | 60 | Perfect | The Game is Working Awesome | Tested |
Known issues
- Right Stick Camera & Attack Mode Switching: When playing with button controls, holding the L button is required to pan the camera, which can occasionally lead to accidental directional sword swings during fast-paced movement.
Version history
Every released update for The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, newest first.
| Version | Released | Size | Patch notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| v1.0.1 | 110 MB | Fixed several minor bugs to improve overall gameplay experience and stability. Corrected edge-case progression issues linked to saving during specific overworld event flags. Addressed minor text formatting alignment bugs across localized options. | |
| Base Game | 7.60 GB | — |
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What is this Game?
The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword HD Switch NSP Free Download NSWPedia seeks to be more than just another port of a classic Wii motion-control adventure. The “Button-Only Control Scheme and Streamlined Fi Hints” are already available for the accessibility and casual enjoyment of newer players, but with its demanding directional swordplay, complex dungeon puzzle design, and challenging Boss Rush gauntlets, it offers a deeply technical and rewarding Zelda experience.
The dual-approach design is an attempt by Nintendo and Tantalus Media to accommodate the needs of both casual players seeking a cinematic origin story and hardcore Zelda purists who appreciate precise timing, item swapping, and speedrun routing. The HD remaster represents a definitive upgrade, which is important since it rectifies many of the pacing and control complaints from the original 2011 release.
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD — frequently asked questions
Can you play Skyward Sword HD entirely in handheld mode or on a Switch Lite?
Yes! The button-control scheme allows the entire game to be played on a Switch Lite or in standard handheld mode without using motion controls.
Does Skyward Sword HD run at 60 FPS?
Yes, unlike the original 30 FPS Wii release, the HD remaster runs at a smooth, locked 60 frames per second in both docked and handheld modes.
What does the Zelda & Loftwing Amiibo do in-game?
Scanning the Zelda & Loftwing Amiibo allows players to instantly travel between the Surface and Skyloft at any time, even from inside dungeons.
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