Zelda Games on Nintendo DS: The Two Mainline Touchscreen Adventures
The Nintendo DS hosts two mainline Legend of Zelda titles, both built around the system's touchscreen:
The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass (2007) — Direct sequel to The Wind Waker. Features touch-only controls, ocean exploration, and the recurring Temple of the Ocean King.
The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks (2009) — Sequel to Phantom Hourglass. Introduces train-based travel, a spirit companion (Zelda herself), and enhanced touch-based puzzles.
Both games are critically acclaimed and fully playable on 3DS/2DS systems via backward compatibility.
