One of the common critiques of Echoes of Wisdom was that its user interface, or “UI” for Echoes was slower than King Zora in Ocarina of Time, leaving many fans wanting something better. Game Maker’s Toolkit on YouTube decided to take a shot at the issue themselves and used Unity to create five potential alternative systems.…
Nintendo’s financial report results for Quarters Three and Four 2024 are weighed in. It appears the Switch is in the endgame to become the Big N’s bestselling console of all time. While Switch sales have expectedly declined since its successor was made known, numbers for the sunsetting console are clocking in at impressive rates. We…
Welcome back to the Zelda Universe Podcast. We’ve shifted our format and our focus to highlight the great work our amazing writers are doing here at ZU. Every episode we’ll take a look at different articles and see where they take us. In this episode, Connor and Zara examine some notable features of Echoes of…
The Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences (AIAS) recently announced the nominees for the 28th annual DICE Awards. Echoes of Wisdom was nominated for “Adventure Game of the Year” alongside 1000xRESIST, ANIMAL WELL, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. While up against some incredibly strong competition, Princess Zelda…
A return to the top-down perspective of 2D Legend of Zelda, a return to classic dungeon design, the introduction of the Echo mechanic — there were plenty of reasons why Echoes of Wisdom promised a very different experience from what Legend of Zelda fans enjoyed with the other, larger entries that have defined the franchise’s…
Many speedrunners will gather in Pittsburgh, PA next week to give their precious time and talent to help defeat one more final boss — the sting of cancer. Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ) is teaming up once again to bring on the excitement and help raise charitable funds for the Prevent Cancer Foundation, and several…
As we reflect on 2024 and look ahead to 2025, there are plenty of things for gamers to be excited about as we celebrate the New Year. Nintendo seems to be celebrating their wins too. Recently they shared an adorable new Echoes of Wisdom artwork of Princess Zelda and Tri on social media. “Looking forward…
Although Echoes of Wisdom is Zelda’s first solo adventure as the heroine who will save Hyrule, a Princess is still entitled to her royal quarters. After regaining access to Hyrule Castle, Zelda once again may find respite in her bedroom. Resting between two radiant beams of sunlight shining through ornate windows is Zelda’s bed. Ensconced…
In a surprising turn of events, the colorful Playstation 5 platforming game Astro Bot won over the hearts of players and judges alike at The Game Awards on December 12 in a winning sweep, along with the independent mobile game Balatro. Astro Bot was crowned Best Action / Adventure Game and Best Family Game over…
The River Zora have been a rare species in recent years, their last mainline appearance being in 2013’s A Link Between Worlds. This time around, in Echoes of Wisdom, they’ve left their role as enemies behind entirely and embraced a peaceful lifestyle. It’s a very welcome change in my book, and not just because I’ve…
Calling all heroes of the kitchen! A brand new revised edition of The Legend’s Cookbook+ is now published and for sale by JobJob, the folks behind bringing the flavors of Hyrule to fans’ homes everywhere. Based on the previous version of the original Legend’s Cookbook, the “plus” edition includes over one hundred recipes inspired by…
It’s going to be a quiet night for Nintendo at the 2024 edition of The Game Awards compared to years past, but most fans are probably prepared for this knowing that the Switch era is winding down. As Nintendo has readied the launch of their next console, their release schedule was a bit thin for…
When one thinks of the Legend of Zelda franchise, we all first think of Zelda, clad in green, fighting daring monsters – no, wait, that’s Link. Across all the installments of the franchise, Princess Zelda has played a variety of roles. From the damsel in distress of titles like A Link Between Worlds, to the…
A hero’s adventure is not complete without a noble steed to aid the journey. And Princess Zelda, who adorns the hero’s mantle in Echoes of Wisdom is no exception. The call to adventure beckons our heroine to many locations across the troubled land, aiding those in need. One location, however, will provide Princess Zelda with…
Echoes of Wisdom gets off to a rollicking start, leaving little time for rest. From the initial but temporary Link battle against Ganon, to Zelda’s stressful escape from first the encroaching rift, then the patrolling Hyrule Castle guards, the player is thrown from one moment of conflict to another. In some ways, Suthorn Village is…
