Chess gets a Nintendo makeover with this The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time-themed set, slotting into the wider world of licensed collector chess sets (think Star Wars or Harry Potter) but with a distinctly Hyrule twist. Instead of abstract pieces, you’re moving recognisable heroes and villains from Ocarina of Time, which makes it as much a display piece for fans as it is a board game for regular play.

Who’s it for — chess players, Zelda fans, or collectors?

If you already know your openings, the character pieces add flavour without changing the rules, so it still works as “proper” chess. If you’re more about the series than the strategy, it’s a tactile way to bring the game’s good-vs-evil rivalry to the table, and it tends to suit shelves and desks just as well as game nights.

• Character-based pieces make it easier to remember sides and add personality to each move.
• Ocarina of Time focus keeps the theme coherent for fans of that specific era of Zelda.