Thursday, December 6, 2012

Going slightly oldschool: Ocarina of Time 3D

I've been a fan of the Legend of Zelda series pretty much all my life. Link to the Past was the first game I ever played as a kid, so I've got deep roots in this series.

Lately I've been on an Ocarina of Time kick. This game is why I picked up the 3DS shortly before they decided to drop the price. Was definitely worth it. I remember when the game released for the 64, and my brother got both the game and the system for Christmas. I played the game a bit, but being about 8, I was terrified of the Forest Temple and never completed it. Quite some time later, in high school some time, I finally finished the game.

With the updated 3D version, the game has improved. The graphics are smoother, and a few of the character models have changed slightly. Being able to take the game on-the-go is definitely a good point. Though the game still has a few questionable points and even a few glitches. With the updated 3D version, with amazing 3D by the way, the game now has a Sheikah stone-type thing that gives you "hints" if you're stuck. Seems somewhat pointless, as Navi will shout at you every few minutes to remind you what you should be doing.

I somehow managed to hit a small glitch in the game: I left Castle Town as an adult and called my horse. I heard Epona's galloping, but didn't see her. I turned around and SHE'S ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE BROKEN BRIDGE. Completely random glitch for a fixed-up game.

This game does contain a new version of Master Quest. It unlocks after you beat the game one time. Master Quest is INSANELY HARD and nowhere near the level of Master Quest released on the Gamecube. Even I can't get through Dodongo's Cavern on it. In addition to advancing the needed skill level, the game is also mirrored, which can cause confusion to those that are veterans to this game.

If you've never played a Zelda game but enjoy action-adventure type games, I highly recommend picking this game up. If you're a veteran to the game and already own it here's an amusing tip for you: if you're very familiar with the story and want to add a little amusement to a new game, I recommend renaming Link as "Fuck" and then actually read the text. Conversations get a bit amusing.

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