The greatest game in a decade?
(Credit: Nintendo)
I have little doubt that at least some Nintendo fans have read that headline and are preparing to unleash comments in support of the Zelda franchise. But before that happens, hear me out.
I’ll be the first to admit that I am, quite simply, one of the biggest Zelda fans around. I own the Ocarina of Time soundtrack (the songs are on my iPod), have played every Zelda game since the beginning, and firmly believe that it’s the greatest work from Shigeru Miyamoto (yes, I believe it’s a better franchise than Mario).
And perhaps that’s why I have such strong feelings about the Zelda franchise and where it’s headed as of late. See, I’ve been wanting to write this column for quite some time, but I decided that before I would, I should go back and play every Zelda game to its completion to ensure that my contention–that the franchise has lost its way–is strong.
Unfortunately, in my opinion, I believe it is.
I don’t expect every Nintendo fan to agree, and I’m sure some Zelda fans are already upset with what I’m saying. But I’m hoping that you will see this for what it really is: a Zelda lover’s hope for the future.
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Originally posted at The Digital Home
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