Video games are cool, am I right? Growing up, like so many others, I used video games as my escape from the real world. My parents went through a pretty rough divorce when I was about seven. I spent most of my second-grade year just playing games. That escape was critical for me as a…
There are quite a few characters in The Legend of Zelda series that are minor roles but leave a huge impact emotionally. Characters like Moon Children, Pamela and her father, and that dang crying baby all left me feeling drained and sad and those are just characters from Majora’s Mask. These games weave such compelling…
The hub town is a staple in Zelda games. It’s the place for you to venture to after each dungeon to restock on items, complete sidequests, or just relax. With a few notable exceptions, though, these towns aren’t good for much else. They’re quite small with a few shops and a house or two rounding…
The Wind Waker is possibly the greatest game ever made: I will fight everyone who disagrees with me. The music alone makes this game worthy of making this the game of the year every time. The art style? Come on. Revolutionary. The characters? Any game that provides us with the first appearance of the greatness…
Folks, I have a confession to make. I love The Minish Cap. It’s one of the best Zelda games ever made and, yes, I’m including the 3D games. It’s a game that focuses on the power of kindness and how that can greatly affect the world around you. Literally, in some Kinstone scenarios. That’s something…
The final dungeon is always a critical juncture in the Hero’s Journey. They’ve conquered all the tasks set before them, defeated every dungeon, braved the highest heights and the lowest lows, and got some great gear along the way. They’ve reached the point of no return. One final roadblock keeps them from their goal. The…
One of my favorite aspects of The Legend of Zelda series is how goofy it can be sometimes. I’ve talked about it in a previous column and I will continue to harp on it. Something about the land of Hyrule really lends itself well to the strange and bizarre. The first characters that I can…
It goes without saying that The Legend of Zelda inspired so many game developers and completely changed the genre of action-adventure. One of the most lauded franchises that takes from the series is now completely available on the Nintendo Switch thanks to the release of Darksiders III. The Darksiders series is a post(current?)-apocalyptic franchise where…
Ocarina of Time speedrunning has been done so much that sometimes it seems like nothing can give the game a breath of fresh air. Well, GamesDoneQuick’s Challenger Approaching and RunnerGuy2489 have a new type of challenge for runners to try. RunnerGuy2489 showcases a no-hit run of Ocarina of Time. “No-Hit” is essentially an even more…
The Tokyo Game Show showed off two new Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity DLC-related videos. The first was a short story video and the second was a gameplay showcase for newcomers Purah and Robbie. This is fans’ first look at how the characters will play and it is pretty interesting. The two will not be…
The second half of the Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity DLC, Guardian of Remembrance, is dropping later this month. Thankfully, Koei Tecmo decided to give fans something to watch while they wait for its release. A new story trailer for Age of Calamity focuses on “The Battle of Hyrule Field,” both before and during the…
It’s nearing the middle of September, so that means summer is almost over. Most have gone back to school already, the leaves are beginning to change, and there’s that hint of fall in the chilly air. Time to break out the cardigans and pumpkin spice! Now, I don’t know if it’s just me, but I…
Skull Kid has always been an enigma that has fascinated and terrified players since his first major appearance in Majora’s Mask. His motivations were always murky, but you could feel the melancholy that he felt while being controlled by the mask. Instagram artist miserable.beasts was able to capture all of that with their newest puppet.…
Fans can truly make beautiful works. Whether that’s through art, writing, or music, fan works can show the genuine interest that fans have in a series. Zelda Universe will be releasing tributes to different songs from Skyward Sword HD in honor of its tenth anniversary. The first piece is “Follow Fi,” covered by Eric Walt…
Hey Zelda fans! Amanda VanHiel is back for this week’s Zelda News! This week, Amanda dives into Zelda Universe’s PAX West experience and their panel “It’s Dangerous to Go Alone! Take Friends!” They also show off their sweet merch and meet up with the Zelda-inspired heavy metal band Master Sword. She also talks about the…
