Comments on: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Review

By: Katharine Byrne

Katharine Byrne — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:21:14 +0000

I definitely agree that it has the best characters, cut-scenes, and by far the best version of Zelda in the entire series, but I think my main gripe was that the story didn’t quite have the same kind of power or oompf that other games have had. I felt it kind of got lost underneath all the dungeons, particularly in the second arc, and it just didn’t give Link the same kind of purpose as opposed to, say, Ganondorf taking over the world. I really loved their relationship, but I just would have liked a bit more impending doom looming on the horizon to make saving her even more pertinent :)

By: Dustin Grissom

Dustin Grissom — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:49:51 +0000

I totally don’t agree with the story being a negative and the beginning being too slow. I thought that this was the best Zelda story yet with some of the best characters and best cut-scenes. The first half was executed flawlessly in the sense that it gave you reason to actually want to save Zelda and have you care for all the citizens of Skyloft(even Groose..!). This is the first Zelda game where I can say that I actually, truly care for Zelda and want to save her; she’s a great character this time around. But, of course, that is just my opinion. :P

By: Katharine Byrne

Katharine Byrne — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:38:08 +0000

Definitely, I totally agree. I’d recommend taking a nap and seeing Skyloft at night – that’s when their real personalities come out :) Gondo the mechanic and the shop keeper guy are my favourites!

By: Katharine Byrne

Katharine Byrne — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:34:29 +0000

Haha, yes, she’s definitely one of the best. I’m so glad this year’s knight uniform wasn’t yellow… I also love the fact that Link can just shrug off his sword and shield and commandeer anyone’s bed in this game! As if going into their houses/rooms and breaking all their pots wasn’t enough, now he’s going to sleep in their beds too! XD

By: Andrew Hsieh

Andrew Hsieh — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 01:39:06 +0000

My favorite is that one girl in the knight outfit who gets angry at Link for not opening the door for her. Something about chivalry. How ironic.

By: Evan Campbell

Evan Campbell — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 02:17:52 +0000

One thing I love so far (I’m about 10 hours in) is the Skyloft residents. They feel so alive and fully formed for side characters. I can’t wait to learn more and more about ‘em.

By: JAY Hosh

JAY Hosh — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 02:52:55 +0000

You know? I might just have to buy a Wii for this. ;)

By: Katharine Byrne

Katharine Byrne — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 22:45:54 +0000

I don’t think you should be too worried, hence the still relatively high score, but just don’t expect it to be the greatest Zelda game ever.

My main issue with the beginning is that it takes roughly 60-90 minutes to get going – after that it’s fine and the action really starts to pick up. It’s just getting to that point that’s the problem. It’s definitely more enjoyable than Twilight Princess‘ opening fishing tutorial though, that’s for sure!

The story on the other hand gets somewhat drowned out by the lengthy exploration and dungeon-solving. As I mentioned in the review, the pacing and momentum is still great, but this is due partly to the construction of the dungeons, not the underlying plot and the reason why you’re there in the first place. If Zelda games always had a fairly flimsy plot like, say, Mario games, then I wouldn’t have an issue with it. But as their strong stories have always been part of their charm and appeal, at least for me, it’s something I feel which needs flagging up.

It’s definitely a game you should play and (hopefully!) enjoy, but it’s also not as perfect as the hype might lead you to believe. I hope that answers some of your concerns, and I hope you get to play it soon! :)

By: Andrew Hsieh

Andrew Hsieh — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 22:15:17 +0000

I actually thought it was fairly positive! I think with reviews of Zelda games people will usually compare them with other Zelda games, which already disadvantages the new Zelda– after all, they gotta live up to some very, very heroic stock. Besides, an A- ain’t so bad ;)

Hope you get to play it soon!

By: lukas85

lukas85 — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 22:06:01 +0000

Wow, i didnt expect such a negative review, i haven’t played the game yet, but i have read all the reviews available, you said that the beginning of the game is very slow, but rich and audrey from ign said it was fast, fun and that the game has an incredible passing. From what ive seen the story and the cinemas look pretty epic, but you said that the story is weaker this time. Anyway , i,m very exited for this game ( 1998 pre-ocarina excitement type) and already buy it like a month ago, but since i live in colombia, is gonna take a while before i can play it.

The thing is , i know that you are a zelda fan, so you probably have a good judgement on this game, should i be worried about the negative points of this game? Hope not.

I’m sorry if i write something wrong, but english is not my native language.