Who hasn't heard of Zelda? Well, maybe not everyone. However, anyone who is an avid gamer has almost certainly heard about the game.
Throughout the years there have been many different incarnations of Zelda. The first Zelda game I ever played was the Super Nintendo version that was called Zelda: A Link to the Past. It was definitely one of my favorite games, and I believe it's part of the reason why I still play video games to this day.
The individual who first started the Zelda franchise was named Shigeru Miyamoto, and the game was developed during the nineteen eighties in Japan. Shigeru and his team were also the original designers of the Super Mario Brothers franchise.
The basic goal of the Zelda games varies from game to game. Usually, Link has to save someone and defeat some new type of evil that has emerged to destroy the land. Link always carries his trusty sword and shield with him. With time, Link will trade in his sword or upgrade it for a better weapon. The same goes for the shield. Link will also come across other magical trinkets to use on his quest, and they are always an integral part of the game.
Link also meets up with various characters throughout the game. These individuals either try to help Link or destroy him. Link always overcomes the characters who try to bring him down, though. One character that often shows up in the game is princess Zelda. Thus, the name of the game. Zelda always tries to help Link defeat whatever evil plagues the lands of Hyrule. You can always count on Zelda.
The Triforce is also something that is present in all of the games. For those of you who do not know what the Triforce is, it is a god like power that the villains in the game often try to gain control of. Think of it as a key that unlocks the powers of the gods for any mortal who can obtain it. The Triforce is also part of the logo for the game. Three golden triangles represent the Triforce, and they are often found on Link's shield as well as the game art.
There is also the Master Sword. The Master Sword is an ancient blade that was created long ago. Its main goal is to smite evil whenever it emerges, and only a true champion of the land of Hyrule can pull it from its resting place(usually a stone tablet). Often times, Link has to complete a few tasks to prove that he is worthy of the Master Sword. Once these tasks have been completed, Link is able to use the Master Sword to vanquish his enemies.
The land where Link is from is named Hyrule. Usually, it encompasses a few villages, some ancient citadels, and the famous Hyrule Castle. This is where princess Zelda and her family reside. The Hyrule Castle is often part of the game.
I think the Zelda franchise is something that will be around for decades. The Zelda games have a huge following that only seems to increase with time. Who knows how large the following will grow in the future.
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Links About Zelda -
- Zelda Universe
- Official site. Contains extensive game help, frequently asked questions, parental information, and system information.
- Zelda Dungeon - A Legend of Zelda Website
- Zelda Dungeon is a site based on the Legend of Zelda game series. We pride ourselves on having the best game content that we could possible have.
- ZeldaClassic.com - The Official Home of Zelda Classic
- If you're brand new to Zelda Classic, come on in and learn about the history and purpose of this excellent game, and even more excellent game maker. ...
- Zelda Legends - Main
- Features news, a comprehensive storyline, articles, multimedia, emulation, and several interactive features.
- Zelda Twilight - Home
- Zelda Twilight - A Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess Fan Site.
Zelda Merchandise -
Wii Zapper with Link's Crossbow Training
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Zelda Artwork -
A Quick Review of The Legend of Zelda: The Phantom Hourglass -
As for the difficulty of the game, I thought it was just average. Parts of this game can be quite tricky, but overall it just isn't that complicated(maybe I'm just getting smarter).
As for the stylus, the people at Nintendo really did a good job of incorporating it into the game play. It may take you a little while to adjust to the stylus, but it really isn't that difficult.
Also, there really isn't as much to it as in other versions of Zelda. There seems to be less items for you to use, or maybe I just never found them. Overall, I give The Legend of Zelda: The Phantom Hourglass a four out of five. It's a fun game to play but not very difficult.
Zelda Music -
Zelda: The Music (Nintendo Sound History Series)
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The Legend of Zelda: Power of the Triforce
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Legend of Zelda: Ganon's Evil Tower
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
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Main Characters of Zelda -
Zelda - The princess.
Ganon - An evil man obsessed with power.
King of Hyrule - A just ruler.
Link's Horse - A faithful companion.
Interesting Fact -
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- The Legend of Zelda was first released in Japan in 1986, and in the United States and Europe in 1987.
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kalanui
Very cool lens. Good job on explaining Zelda. Posted February 19, 2008 |
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