I Think Zelda U Will Come Out Around This Time Next Year

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archbrix said:
Certainly possible. Ocarina came out two years after its respective console launched, as did Wind Waker.

However, a few things make me think 2015:

We did just get a Zelda this year (albeit a remake) and the fact that 2014 already has Mario Kart, Smash and now DK lined up to go along with smaller titles like Bayonetta and X; and HOPEFULLY a new, unannounced game that proves why the Gamepad is a game changer.

Also, seeing as how the new Zelda is rumored to be a massive undertaking for Nintendo - I believe their most expensive and probably time consuming game to develop ever (and we all know about Ninty's HD learning curve), they may let Metroid or another key franchise take the spotlight for holiday 2014 while they put the finishing touches on it.

Finally, it's Zelda... I mean, it's practically a prerequisite for a new entry in the franchise to be delayed at least a couple of times before launching.

Agree with Archbrix. I would love a new Zelda next year, but I think 2015 is more likely. Three Zelda games in 12 months would be quite a feat.

Plus, like Archbrix wrote, 2014 is already pretty stacked: Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Donkey Kong, Bayonetta, X, and maybe Yarn Yoshi and Shin Megami Tensei X Fire Emblem.