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My Criticism of The Legend of Zelda Series

mii-gamer writes:

The legend of Zelda is without a doubt, one of the most iconic gaming franchises in the history of the video game industry. With a decorated history expanding over 25 years, an honourable induction to Spike’s TV Hall of Fame and countless awards, it is very hard to argue against the series legendary status.......

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rinslowe4037d ago

Fair enough. And The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time was and still is a master-stroke of pure genius...

And despite the aged visuals, it still holds all the magic.

Something tells me the next true Zelda on Wii U, will be at the very least... Gorgeous.

auragenz4037d ago (Edited 4037d ago )

Criticize Zelda? What's next, you going after Mother Teresa too?

Trago13374037d ago

Very true points.

Thing is Aonuma has already stated that they are looking to do things different with this next game. I think he said something about not having to play alone.

Now weather that means co-op or not, it still remains to be seen. So let's wait and see what they pull when they reveal the game.

Trago13374037d ago

Yep, Fail. not even gonna edit it, I should know better lol.

t0mmyb0y4036d ago

*shoulda :P

Takes a man to admit mistakes lol

Dj7FairyTail4037d ago

Tingle Turner is what he referring to.
The idea of having GBA connected to GC with Wind Waker having and extra bonus features that allows co-op.

With Wii U gamepad will take that methods forward while making Pro Controller the main controller.

Also Miiverse.

telekineticmantis4037d ago

with a passion. One of the most boring and Nonsensical games I've ever played.

CouldHaveYelledUiiW4037d ago

TP is one of my least favorite.

There are great moments. But since I could not put down SS (for more than a day in a 1/2) even when things annoyed me. I have to admit that there is something about the game that I don't like.

Slowly, through years I get closer to completing. One day I will. Technically there is much to be admired but it just does not have the same nagging appeal as most Zelda's do.

CouldHaveYelledUiiW4037d ago

I think the answer to a EPIC Zelda is found in all of the Past titles.

The only thing I would add is a touch of the new hardware power for visuals special effects and AI routes.

The GamePad will add a lot to the game too- that's a given.

Zelda 1-
Feeling of exploration
No Boundaries (except skill)
Less use of Item/Weapons that are just glorified Keys.

Zelda 2-
RPG Elements.
Difficulty.
Over World Riddles.

LTtP-
???

OoT-
Great open world feel.
Groundbreaking Visuals.
Defining New Era Gameplay (maybe do something New with off Tablet Play).

MM-
The NPC Character routes were insane.
Level of Detail in towns.
Best use of the Night and Day system.

WW-
Very Unique locations.
Loved the combat system- even though I wish it were more rewarding (like RPG grinding).

TP-
I liked the crowded Castle town.
Hidden Techniques (Like Zelda 2)
Significant Cameos From Past Links (the Hero)

SS-
Great character Detail.
Love the Hub characters Updates.
More Detail to the Zelda Story.
Motion Controls *
Flying
Catching
The Weapon Upgrade System.
(*Yes, yes it should be an option next time. Lol.)

Just add all of this or most of this and I will be more than happy.

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Zelda Could Introduce New Features By Bringing Back A Controversial Character

Screen Rant, "The return of one controversial character could have an incredible effect on The Legend of Zelda, prompting the introduction of new features."

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H979d ago

Honestly I really changed my mind on Fi with the remaster because they didn't make her interrupt your gameplay every 5 seconds, that drastically changed my views on her

Inverno78d ago

Technically she's in ToTK but obviously can't take any other form than the sword she was made into. Also the companion feature has been done plenty of times in Zelda, I don't think it'll add anything new. If anything should be brought back it should be the Minish.

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Directionless Modern Zelda Should Return to its 3D Roots

Matt from We Game Daily writes "The Legend of Zelda series has gone in a different direction. One which, try as I have, I just can’t get on board with. Here is why I think Zelda should return to its 3D roots."

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CrimsonIdol110d ago

Amen! A good, tight, Zelda game with a focus on dungeons and puzzles. Let people have the new style Zelda if you gotta, but let us have the OoT style games too. That's not without precedent either, the handheld 2D Zelda's in the style of A Link to the Past etc have coexisted alongside the 3D Zelda's before

FinalFantasyFanatic109d ago

As much as I like BoTW, TotK, I need my traditional Zelda games as well, I could not endlessly play the open world Zelda games, plus it's harder to keep those fresher than the traditional games.

Eidolon109d ago (Edited 109d ago )

BotW was just as fresh to the franchise as OoT was. TokT was great but the next LoZ would have to move from that formula to be fresh again. There's only so much they can do with the hardware. I think they focused too much on making the world big instead impactful. I felt the world was sort of empty and repetitive in TotK, sure there was a lot to do but no more difference a Ubisoft game..

anast109d ago

I wouldn't worry too much. Nintendo knows what they are doing.

Ristul109d ago

Wind Waker had a perfect balance of open world and a cool, well hand-crafted design. Maybe try to keep the open world but put in effort to make more memorable story driven quests and locations.

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Zelda Fan Brings Godzilla to Life in Tears of the Kingdom

A fan of The Legend of Zelda has recreated the iconic Japanese monster Godzilla in Tears of the Kingdom using the game's Zonai devices.

Knightofelemia147d ago

I like it would also be cool if some created Dragon Caesar in the game I would love to watch the two going at it.