First TP was set as Game of the gen, then SMG uncrowned it and became the new game of the gen, then came NSMBWii and now MEtroid Other M and finally lastly this will beat all and will remain the best game this gen.(probably.)

noname2200 said:

I don't know what you're implying with this, but if it isn't a joke, I share the same sentiment.

I wrote what I wanted in the next Zelda here on this thread, but unfortunately it looks like with every quote Aonuma gives out, they're steering away from what I'm hoping for. Creating a vast and realistic world doesn't sound like the starting point for the Zelda I want, it sounds like they're just going for more immersion.

Also, what's up with the mention of a starting point for future sequels? I think he needs to stop bringing up Ocarina, even if it was my favorite, the older games (especially the original) are not far behind. I guess my wish is really for "The New Legend of Zelda."

Alright I'll stop here, I can't inject too much negativity onto one of the greatest gaming series around! I can make do with a great Zelda, instead of the best ever... (but I wish...)

I hope Mr. Aonuma takes note from shadow of the colossus; With the world as big as that, maybe his early idea of flying will come true.

Hype indeed

That statement really gives you an idea of how amazing Nintendo games are if Twilight Princess "couldn't fulfill" their expectations quality wise, which is one of the best games this gen.

You can have more immersion and more combat. Hell, that may be one of the primary things we get out of the idea of a fuller world.

ALL ABOARD THE HYPE TRAIN!

Seriously, this made me really, really excited. I loved the big and beautiful world in Twilight Princess, even though it was a tad dead. If they're expanding it, and trying to make it into a true world here, then I'm all for it.

Aonuma always knows what he's doing. :D

I'm not saying I don't want immersion, I'd just prefer it not being the primary focus.

If TWW's or PH's vast ocean is Aonuma's idea of immersion, I don't want any of it. That's my biggest gripe about the game by far, and I fear Spirit Tracks may be no different. While it may add immersion, it comes at a cost - an unenjoyable timesink. I know all about this, particularly because I play MMORPG's (a quick google search gets me this, a piece I agree with). I'm the type that prefers the fun to be accessible at all times, and if this means teleporting around the game (hence breaking the immersion), so be it. I just want to be kicking ass as often as possible.

Anyway, it's not that I don't like Twilight Princess, Wind Waker or Ocarina (the immersive Zelda's), they're among my favorite games! However, that's all we've gotten since Ocarina of Time came out. For once, I want to see a game more similar to the original Zelda (admittedly I've been playing it tons recently) - a return to simplicity, and nonstop fun. In an adventure game.

Think of it this way - Ideally I want to be able to buy the Japanese version of the new Zelda, and enjoy it, even though I can't understand Japanese. This is the case with all of the Wii's best selling games, similar to the old NES games (including the NES Zeldas). It's the simple, unchanging arcade style gameplay that allows this. This is in contrast to being loaded with puzzles, mini-games, and cutscenes/text (stories), none of which are found in the NES games. I'm not asking for these elements to be purged completely, but toned down.

Perhaps Nintendo spoiled me with NSMB Wii, but I hope one day, we will see a Zelda game that's closer to the original. As a bonus, I think it'd be better for sales, too.

I'm sure many agree with you, as Zelda has seen its focus on these elements increasing with every iteration. It has formed its identity around this stuff.

I still think there's huge demand for something closer to the original, though. It's hard to tell, since nobody has ever made a game like it in a very long time. I only bring this up because Nintendo made New Super Mario Bros. Wii, something I never expected them to do. 2D Mario's are as different from 3D Mario's as older 2D Zelda's to newer Zelda's... and I miss the old stuff!

Well, whatever, no use talking about it now. We still don't know anything about the game, so I'll just wait for more details.

I hope it has more Zelda and Ganon in it.. the lack of it in TP made that game a huge dissapointment for me.