A Legend of Zelda: A Link Between
Worlds
The Legend
of Zelda series is a passion of mine, so naturally when A Link Between Worlds
was announced I was excited. I was really worried about spoilers so I tried not
to read too much, but of course I couldn’t resist. I was really anxious and
worried. This was going to be a sequel to one of my favorite games of all
times, and they were making a lot of changes.
The first
thing I saw when I heard about the games was the “painting” aspect of the game,
it looked really neat, but I wasn't sure how they were going to incorporate it
into the game. I looked forward to seeing more trailers.
Shortly after that I
read about the new item system. Instead of finding the items you needed in each
dungeon and being linear, the game would be nonlinear and you could rent your
special weapons from Ravio the traveling salesman. I wasn't sure I was happy
about this part either. It totally went against the dynamic I was used to in
every game, and trust me I've played them all.
There is a
new bad guy Yuga and he reminded me of a cross between Ganondorf and Ghirahim
or maybe even one of the Gerudo. So new bad guys, new friends and NPCS and
brand new amazing graphics. I was excited and waiting with anticipation.
The day they
game released I picked up the 3DS XL bundle, a copy of the game, and the guide
as well. All were beautifully packaged and had that new game, system and book
smell.
Home to play
the game…
I’m not that
far into it now due to that whole being responsible, gotta pay bills and keep
the house running thing.
But I have
to tell you so far it’s AMAZING!! The graphics are beautiful, the music is
enhanced and lovely. I've explored the world a little bit, got to meet Yuga and
some of the new NPCS, play a couple of the mini games. I’m totally hooked.
Let’s go
over the reservations I had with the game. The whole buying of items, isn't’t as
bad as I thought it would be truthfully. The prices on renting the items aren't so high that you can’t easily cover them, and the character who sells them is
actually pretty likable though seemingly a coward and leaving the battling to “real
heroes”. I think he’s pretty adorable with his cute purple rabbit head. Also
because of him you survive your first real battle with Yuga after he turns you
into wall art. You pop back up to normal because of that little gift he gives
you. It astounds him as well trust me.
Now let’s go
over becoming a painting and moving, holy cow it’s interesting and fun. I’m
still getting the hang of it but so far it’s unique and interesting and makes
the game much more intricate than any of the other games in the past. I can see
why it’s gotten such hype and praise.
The
nonlinear function so far is also kind of nice, it allows for more exploration
and the ability of doing things in whatever order you feel comfortable with, it
also allows for a unique experience and the ability to do different things each
time you play.
One thing I didn't read about that I've experienced since starting to play is the save
function, there’s weather vanes now to save at that also serve as drop of points
by our friendly neighborhood travel companion Irene the witch in training. She’s
adorable and super helpful.
That’s all
for now!! I have more playing to do. This is just part one of more to come.
Author:
Hylia 11/24/13
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