Next Level Games wanted Link in Mario Strikers Charged
Key Points:
- A former Next Level Games developer revealed that Link from The Legend of Zelda was considered as a playable character in Mario Strikers Charged for the GameCube.
- The game primarily featured Mario franchise characters, but early discussions included the possibility of incorporating Link.
- Nintendo showed a lack of enthusiasm and remained noncommittal about the idea, effectively shelving the plan.
- The information was shared by Did You Know Gaming, which interviewed the former staff member involved in the game's development.