NES
🗡️Action-Adventure📅1987

Zelda II – The Adventure of Link (USA)

R36S: Perfect

The unusual side-scrolling, RPG-flavoured sequel in the Zelda series.

📝About This Game

The unusual side-scrolling, RPG-flavoured sequel in the Zelda series.

The unusual side-scrolling, RPG-flavoured sequel in the Zelda series. Originally a Action-Adventure title for the NES, Zelda II – The Adventure of Link (USA) is part of the library supported by the R36 handheld series. Full-speed emulation on all R36 models. Entire library supported.

R36S Features for Zelda II – The Adventure of Link (USA)

Save states — save progress at any point
Fast forward support
Customisable button mapping
Display scaling to fit the R36 screen
Rewind support (ArkOS setting dependent)
Classic 8-bit experience
CRT scanline filter option

🎮How to Play on R36S

  1. 1From the ArkOS main menu, navigate to the NES / Famicom system
  2. 2Scroll to find "Zelda II – The Adventure of Link (USA)" in the game list
  3. 3Press A (or your configured button) to launch the game
  4. 4Use the SELECT + X shortcut to open the in-game RetroArch menu
  5. 5Access save states and display settings from the RetroArch quick menu

🎮About NES

Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) saved the video game industry in 1985. This 8-bit legend introduced iconic franchises and defined home gaming for a generation.

R36S Compatibility (Perfect): Full-speed emulation on all R36 models. Entire library supported.

Why Play Zelda II – The Adventure of Link (USA) on R36S?

Zelda II – The Adventure of Link (USA) is part of the NES library available on the R36S handheld series. The R36S runs NES games through ArkOS, bringing classic Action-Adventure gameplay to a portable form factor with a handful of quality-of-life additions.

ArkOS Features for Zelda II – The Adventure of Link (USA)

  • Save States: Save your progress anywhere — no need to reach an in-game save point
  • Display Scaling: Scale the original resolution to fill the R36S screen comfortably
  • Button Remapping: Reassign controls to suit your preferred layout
  • Fast Forward: Skip through loading screens or grind-heavy sections
  • Rewind: Roll back a few seconds after a mistake (core dependent)

NES on R36S — Compatibility

Full-speed emulation on all R36 models. Entire library supported.

Game Info: Zelda II – The Adventure of Link (USA) is a Action-Adventure game originally released for the NES. It is listed in the R36S game library and can be played via ArkOS with save states, display filters, and customisable controls. Individual game performance may vary.