The Legend of Princess

About

The Legend of Princess by Joakim Sandberg is a single-player action-platformer inspired by the Legend of Zelda series. You play as Bind, a hero in a green tunic, navigating the Dirt Temple to rescue a captured princess. The game’s retro aesthetic channels the visual and audio style of early 2000s handheld titles. Gameplay revolves around platforming, breaking pots to collect jewels, and uncovering hidden chests containing resources. Mechanics mirror those of classic Zelda protagonists, with moves and tools directly lifted from the franchise’s playbook. The lone level functions as a self-contained challenge, emphasizing exploration and resource management over open-world traversal. The game’s most notable trait is its devotion to replicating Zelda’s DNA while fitting it into a compact, focused experience. Released in 2009, it appeals to players nostalgic for side-scrolling dungeon crawls and pixel-art aesthetics. With no multiplayer options and a single level to conquer, it serves as a brief but polished tribute. Its simplicity and familiarity have earned it a cult following among fans of old-school action games.