The island is a dream. To continue on would mean the destruction of the island and everything on it. Once the Wind Fish awakens, Link too will wake from his dream. Does he continue his journey knowing that it’s the only way for him to escape his dreams into the real world, or leave things…
“Zelda’s Lullaby” is a classic theme in the Zelda series that players first heard when Link met Princess Zelda in A Link to the Past. The simple melody has since then continued to be associated with the Hylian princesses, and it fits them fairly well. It’s sweet, soothing, and uplifting with its high notes, and…
While the intermittent bits of piano that play in Breath of the Wild’s overworld provide simple atmospheric background noise, the fuller and more complete pieces of music in the game range from catchy to mystical, from epic to calming. One particular example that comes to mind is the music from the various stables across Hyrule,…
Picture yourself in the midst of a dense forest at dawn. The chill from the night lingers and pierces through every fabric like a blade destined for the heart. The thick morning fog suppresses the power of sight and pushes against the soul like an impenetrable barrier. Auditory perception is heightened. With each step, twigs…
Ah, yes, Mario Paint. Otherwise known as “Nintendo could have made a sequel, but they don’t want my money for some reason.” Well, at least I get the next best thing: someone slapping some Zelda into the game. I found this rendition of “Gerudo Valley” by axelrod777 while searching the depths of YouTube for music…
The Legend of Zelda is known for many iconic musical pieces. Some, like “Zelda’s Lullaby” and “Ganon’s Theme,” permeate the series at large, forming the base for dozens of variations to be capitalized upon. Other themes only show up once, period, and thus become iconic in their own way. Songs like the “Ballad of the…
With the sequel to Breath of the Wild being developed as we speak, it’s easy to let our minds wander, speculating how the game — and thus, the Zelda series as a whole — will continue to move forward and break boundaries as it does. Yet, before we inevitably reach that fateful launch day, I…
Part of the beauty of Breath of the Wild is that everyone’s journey is different. Completing the shrines on the Great Plateau is required in order to obtain the Sheikah Slate ruins needed to progress in the quest, but the path is up to you afterward. Those who are confident in their prowess can rush…
One of my fondest memories of the early years of YouTube was discovering the guitarist Andy Gillion back in 2007. I was searching the website for content on my favorite video games, and while I wasn’t expecting to see much for Streets of Rage — a game considered niche and retro even back then —…
The Legend of Zelda games have always had an abundance of impressive soundtracks, with Ocarina of Time being one of the most famous submissions. Offering fan-favorite melodies that are both catchy and meaningful, it is hard not to fall in love with the music that started an evolution for the future of our beloved series.…
With its Definitive Edition being released last year, and the original being over five years old at this point(!), Hyrule Warriors is — spinoff or otherwise — one of my favorite Zelda games. Originally a Wii U exclusive and released in the Fall of 2014, Hyrule Warriors mashed together Koei Tecmo’s Dynasty Warriors and our…
Link’s Awakening is a very musical game. Containing many unique variations on classic Zelda themes, I personally believe that it has some of the best musical moments in the entire series, despite the limited audial capabilities of the Game Boy and Game Boy Color. Here on Medli’s Melodies, we’ve written about many Link’s Awakening covers…
The music of the Zelda series has entranced players for years, being both incredibly hummable and deeply moving. No matter what you’re going through, hearing a familiar Zelda theme can lift your mood as you recall your journey through Hyrule. In the same way, there are many times when music has a dramatic effect on…
With Princess Zelda finally about to take her place by Link’s side as a quest companion, I was more than excited for the release of Spirit Tracks. I had always looked forward to any encounters with Princess Zelda throughout the series, so to have her as an actual partner thrilled me to my very core.…
While Skyward Sword is generally known to have mixed reviews, you have to admit that it holds up in regards to Nintendo’s high standards for music. From the beginning, Skyward Sword greets us with a grand intro, and the music continues to inspire throughout the entirety of the game. From the upbeat and bouncy flutes…
