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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild |OT| I Did Not Know You Could Do This
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I need to do that next time. :P I did save scum by hard saving before using the amiibos and retrying until I got a unique item (or got tired in a few rare cases).
Need some advice.
I'm at the Hawa Koth Shrine in Gerudo Desert, it's where the
I completed it, however I want to return back to Gerudo Town, but want to explore more but can't because of the excess heat. Every time I'm in the sun my health decreases, despite wearing the Gerudo veil, top and sirwal. Even if I equip the Sapphire Circlet that's heat resistance I still drop hearts. I thought these would help but don't. What do I need to manage ( besides cooking up something) the heat out here, because I've used these clothes before and could be heat resistance but not up here near the shrine.
I'm at the Hawa Koth Shrine in Gerudo Desert, it's where the
Great Skeleton is
New Super Mario Bros. 2 had something like that.
Anyway, almost done with Master Mode and Normal Mode (again), just need to upgrade these on both and get some Korok Seeds on Master Mode.
Never seen those helmets before. Gotta play more Master Quest... (after I'm done with Skyrim.)
I think I just bought them, but forgot the name. I bought them from the shop that requires a
code
Yay! A BotW OT!
What are you guys expecting or hoping for in The Champions' Ballad?
I think this is a good chance for the Zelda team to, although the game was met with almost unanimous praise, address some of the fans' critiques. Hopefully the new dungeon is big, like Hyrule Castle, and the game gets a couple more meaningful sidequests like the Tarrey Town one. Also hoping for some good new music, and fleshing out of the characters.
I feel like the Zelda team doesn't get recognized enough for listening to fans. Twilight Princess being a lot like Ocarina, Twilight Princess' art style, Majora's Mask 3D simply existing, and BotW being very open world all resulted from listening to fan feedback. Hopefully they continue to do so with the upcoming expansion pack. I'm pretty sure Aonuma said sometime in the summer that the DLC gives them a chance to address criticisms, but can't remember where he said this.
What are you guys expecting or hoping for in The Champions' Ballad?
I think this is a good chance for the Zelda team to, although the game was met with almost unanimous praise, address some of the fans' critiques. Hopefully the new dungeon is big, like Hyrule Castle, and the game gets a couple more meaningful sidequests like the Tarrey Town one. Also hoping for some good new music, and fleshing out of the characters.
I feel like the Zelda team doesn't get recognized enough for listening to fans. Twilight Princess being a lot like Ocarina, Twilight Princess' art style, Majora's Mask 3D simply existing, and BotW being very open world all resulted from listening to fan feedback. Hopefully they continue to do so with the upcoming expansion pack. I'm pretty sure Aonuma said sometime in the summer that the DLC gives them a chance to address criticisms, but can't remember where he said this.
Anyone else not really a fan of master mode? I've completed the game on normal and started a master mode run but I'm not really feeling it. Having to run from most combat early on isn't my idea of fun really. Think I might just make a new playthrough on normal again.
It was announced as postgame which I feel is reasonably rare for story DLC and exciting to me. This does make me hopeful that Ganon and the guardians won't be the main antagonists; while they did have a decent presence, they ended up being too static a group of villains for my liking.
I have no idea what the plot is. Judging from the name of the DLC and the talk of Zelda being the central character, I'd wager it's either more memories or a
plot to actually revive the champions or something.
But in terms of gameplay I mostly just want more well made scripted sequences. Whether that's elaborate side quests, large dungeons, bosses, that would all work for me. An extra region or two would be... fine? While Breath of the Wild is defined by its exploration, the game already does that so well. I just don't think more acreage is necessary.
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Lmao, the chaos.
Personally I'm hoping for a more elaborate dungeon. Regarding Hyrule Castle:
Man, it really blew my expectations out of the water. For the first time Hyrule Castle truly felt like a lived in castle with history and all of the different rooms and sections you would expect. And you could explore them all! The atmosphere was amazing, also. As was the music. I loved the lore hidden around the castle, too. I'm not expecting something on that level for the DLC, but I really do want them to be much more considerable than the Divine Beasts.
As for a story I kind of assumed it would be set in the past? Since the champions seem to be an integral part of it. Was it ever confirmed that it would be set after the game ends? My memory is fuzzy on that.
Aonuma confirmed it was after Ganon's defeat at the Paris Japan Expo. That doesn't preclude more memories (and if I had to bet I'd say that's how they're implemented) but it's postgame.
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I like that your spoiler tagged a concert. I also like that you made me think of that song, which is one of the two video game music pieces alongside FFVI's Terra's theme that I get really emotional about.
Just got a Switch with this game last month. About 80 hours end, and finishing up a few random things in the game I still want to do before going to face Ganon. I'm right at 100 shrines (was very happy when I found that 100th one just to reach that milestone!) and have seemingly explored everything. I don't want my stay in Hyrule to end but, at the same time, don't want to overstay my welcome. Guess I'll finish it this weekend.
It's hard to quantify just how wonderful this game is, but I think I'm willing to elevate it to what is, for me, a grand trilogy (or Triforce...) of the original Zelda, OoT, and this game. The key defining trait of these three games is the mindblowing promise of an endless world. When I was a kid and first played Zelda, I went to the right and kept going right, multiple times (I died a lot...). After all, that's what you did in videogames, right? Mario went right, so should Link. Obviously my NES would explode or something if I tried going up or left. And once I got the hang of the game, well, it was crazy to think what else might be out there. If burning a tree could hide an entire labyrinth, what else could it do? Holy crap, you can beat the game and there's an entirely new one after it??? Maybe there's also a secret 10th dungeon! Maybe there's a 4th level sword! I remember the rumors and legends were crazy at recess at school. Anything seemed possible.
Of course, we know that's not true. But then OoT hit, and everything was in 3D and everything was new again. You could explore the entirety of the Lost Woods without even getting your sword, fighting off wolves with sticks! (Well, at least I did, but that's mostly because I was too dumb to find the sword...) Just what are these gossip stones for? Why is there a weird patch of dirt? Why is there a ruined temple I can't get to? What is beyond that gate in the desert that this lady refuses to let me pass? Why is Navi turning green? So many mysteries to uncover in the game (and so many of them not required!), once again giving a sense of endless possibilities. Once again, the question of "how deep does this rabbit hole go" came into play.
Now I'm older and wiser and perhaps more cynical about game design. But BotW seems like everything I've ever wanted in a Zelda game (and since this is far and away my favorite franchise, everything I've ever wanted in a game, period). Remember what I said above about going through the Lost Woods with just a stick? For some reason, that image has been a critical part of my dream Zelda game since I played the first one, of a game so vast and so detailed that you would need to grab tree branches to survive before even finding your first sword. Not only did OoT give me that experience thanks to my own incompetence, but now BotW gave me that experience for real. It literally is a dream come true. Not only that, but I am still knowledgeable enough to "peak behind the curtain" and look at the game design while playing. Yet instead of losing my immersion or being cynical about it, I'm impressed at all the subtle things Nintendo did to guide you on your way without forcing you to accept the help.
That feeling you get when you first jump off the plateau, of both excitement and trepidation, is so powerful. For the first time in a long time, there is no safety net. There is no restriction in what to do and where to go. You have to defeat Ganon, but you have no idea how to. You just... go. And figure it out in the meantime. And it is glorious.
I've never really been a huge "gamer", but I have enjoyed the hobby. Yet real life and a growing sense of disillusionment in the post-N64 Zelda games (thus eliminating the feeling of a new game being an "event" for me) pretty much killed it over the last 7 years or so. I didn't even know that this game was a return to the original form until months after it launched. But once I found out and gave it a try, well... Between this game and the Switch's hybrid nature, I want to get back into the hobby. Or, in other words, Nintendo is earning a whole lot more than $60 from me for making this game.
It's hard to quantify just how wonderful this game is, but I think I'm willing to elevate it to what is, for me, a grand trilogy (or Triforce...) of the original Zelda, OoT, and this game. The key defining trait of these three games is the mindblowing promise of an endless world. When I was a kid and first played Zelda, I went to the right and kept going right, multiple times (I died a lot...). After all, that's what you did in videogames, right? Mario went right, so should Link. Obviously my NES would explode or something if I tried going up or left. And once I got the hang of the game, well, it was crazy to think what else might be out there. If burning a tree could hide an entire labyrinth, what else could it do? Holy crap, you can beat the game and there's an entirely new one after it??? Maybe there's also a secret 10th dungeon! Maybe there's a 4th level sword! I remember the rumors and legends were crazy at recess at school. Anything seemed possible.
Of course, we know that's not true. But then OoT hit, and everything was in 3D and everything was new again. You could explore the entirety of the Lost Woods without even getting your sword, fighting off wolves with sticks! (Well, at least I did, but that's mostly because I was too dumb to find the sword...) Just what are these gossip stones for? Why is there a weird patch of dirt? Why is there a ruined temple I can't get to? What is beyond that gate in the desert that this lady refuses to let me pass? Why is Navi turning green? So many mysteries to uncover in the game (and so many of them not required!), once again giving a sense of endless possibilities. Once again, the question of "how deep does this rabbit hole go" came into play.
Now I'm older and wiser and perhaps more cynical about game design. But BotW seems like everything I've ever wanted in a Zelda game (and since this is far and away my favorite franchise, everything I've ever wanted in a game, period). Remember what I said above about going through the Lost Woods with just a stick? For some reason, that image has been a critical part of my dream Zelda game since I played the first one, of a game so vast and so detailed that you would need to grab tree branches to survive before even finding your first sword. Not only did OoT give me that experience thanks to my own incompetence, but now BotW gave me that experience for real. It literally is a dream come true. Not only that, but I am still knowledgeable enough to "peak behind the curtain" and look at the game design while playing. Yet instead of losing my immersion or being cynical about it, I'm impressed at all the subtle things Nintendo did to guide you on your way without forcing you to accept the help.
That feeling you get when you first jump off the plateau, of both excitement and trepidation, is so powerful. For the first time in a long time, there is no safety net. There is no restriction in what to do and where to go. You have to defeat Ganon, but you have no idea how to. You just... go. And figure it out in the meantime. And it is glorious.
I've never really been a huge "gamer", but I have enjoyed the hobby. Yet real life and a growing sense of disillusionment in the post-N64 Zelda games (thus eliminating the feeling of a new game being an "event" for me) pretty much killed it over the last 7 years or so. I didn't even know that this game was a return to the original form until months after it launched. But once I found out and gave it a try, well... Between this game and the Switch's hybrid nature, I want to get back into the hobby. Or, in other words, Nintendo is earning a whole lot more than $60 from me for making this game.
Are you supposed to be naked the entire Master Trial? I am on floor 6 and still have no armor sets.
Edit: Died on floor 9. :( I think I'll come back after I have more hearts or something. Maybe right before the final boss.
Edit: Died on floor 9. :( I think I'll come back after I have more hearts or something. Maybe right before the final boss.
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After the recent update twice during rain when I am floating around from a high place Link just freezes in the sky. Thought the game froze at first but it was still raining and I put my glider up and back out and it went back to normal. Never happened before but twice in one night. Anyone else experience anything similar?
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I didn't. I did use the glider during rainy weather the other day, but I wasn't playing for that long either. Either way hopefully it's fixed in a patch soon.
I do not fuck with the motion shrines, one of the few puzzles I just do not care at all to do.
Did you try just flipping the panel upside down and swinging the ball that way? I had it in a minute after being curious if the bottom side of the panel had a maze on it or not.
It took me over an hour retrying the Yiga Clan hideout. I'm sure I'm not alone...right. And defeated the leader! No sweat.
You're not, my brother had difficulty with it too and he had to retry a couple of times as well.
I'm really looking forward to playing this game again, played the Wii U version and I'm now waiting to play the Switch version whenever I get a Switch. I plan on really limiting my fast travelling and instead rely more on horses or other methods of travel. I'm excited.
I'm not sure what to expect, but I do agree that the Zelda team listens and uses fan feedback frequently. Nearly every game since Twilight Princess has been in response to some portion of Zelda fans. With that in mind I wonder if the feedback to BotW has resulted in Champions' Ballad growing into something larger than what the team originally envisioned. If we don't hear anything about it the rest of the year maybe it will be something like an expansion.
The story seems to take place in different locations around Hyrule, so maybe a time jump forward with changes to Hyrule is possible. I would love a rebuilt Hyrule Castle, Castle Town and ranch. As for the dungeon I think the best way to make it a more "classic" Zelda experience would be to have a Sheikah slate skill found in the dungeon. I do wonder if the dungeons would have been better received if the Sheikah slate upgrades were earned in and used to complete the dungeons.
Second Devine Beast complete
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Completing this Devine Beast can be a bit tough sometimes. I had to use video when I got stuck in one part. How does every else fare?
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Completing this Devine Beast can be a bit tough sometimes. I had to use video when I got stuck in one part. How does every else fare?
Can't wait for the story dlc will reaply the game on Master Mode again for 200+ hours. Did play a little bit of master mode but quit after 10 or so hours when other games came.
Will first beat the story dlc on my normal file to see what it is about then start Master Mode over.
Can't wait, hold of so long to replay.
Will first beat the story dlc on my normal file to see what it is about then start Master Mode over.
Can't wait, hold of so long to replay.
I didn't get stuck, but with how many permutations of the layout there are I spent the longest time on it by far. I wasted a decent chunk trying to figure out
that rotating laser section, it seemed too elaborate to just run down that corridor for a chest.
Not sure if this is real or fake: anyone have the explorer edition?
http://www.zeldainformer.com/breath-of-the-wilds-explorers-edition-possibly-suggests-future-dlc/
interesting to note regarding the Explorer's Edition, however, is that HMK, a popular Zeldatheorist, recently found a quote from the explorer's guide stating "…Consider purchasing the expansion pass, which includes the first two DLC packs." on page 94.
More DLC on the way?
http://www.zeldainformer.com/breath-of-the-wilds-explorers-edition-possibly-suggests-future-dlc/
interesting to note regarding the Explorer's Edition, however, is that HMK, a popular Zeldatheorist, recently found a quote from the explorer's guide stating "…Consider purchasing the expansion pass, which includes the first two DLC packs." on page 94.
More DLC on the way?
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Interesting. If it ends up being true, I'll feel a bit conflicted about it. But I'd have to wait and see more information as well as how this expansion turns out overall.
The DLC was 3-part in the original description IIRC. First part was the Switch t-shirt and some other chests. Second part was the trials. Third part was the story expansion.
Oh wow. I both love this idea and don't like it.
On one hand, I'll take any excuse to dive back into this incarnation of Hyrule.
On the other, I guess the age of DLC means no Majora's Mask-like game to BotW.
Two more hearts --- Six more shrines till I can take go to the lost woods and that forest thing for the Master Sword.
I am excited. :D
I bought this on the Wii U, but had to stop playing for a bit. Got depressed and did some retail therapy: Bought a Switch just for this game and XenoChron2. :D
I am excited. :D
I bought this on the Wii U, but had to stop playing for a bit. Got depressed and did some retail therapy: Bought a Switch just for this game and XenoChron2. :D
You can kill Ganon at any time. There's no NG+ as the game simply creates an autosave outside the final boss room when you beat the game. When you load that save it becomes possible to check your total % completion as well as some other very minor things.
I'm glad this amazing game finally has an OT here on Resetera. I just, right now, experienced something that I never saw in all of my time with the game so far (300+ hours). I talked to the blood moon guy at the Dueling Peaks Stable while a blood moon was happening and he
This game continues to surprise me.
ran around the stables while shouting "Red! It's gloriously red!" in red text.
I saw it on Friday and it was absolutely amazing!
Link's Awakening being represented just warms my heart :')
BOTW is the best game of the last 10 years, it is already a classic and one of the best game ever made. What's more, is full of grace.
I spent 260 hours in Hyrule and it is still amazing. So much beauty.
About the DLC: can you give us the source of the post-ending news?
I don't remember Aonuma saying anything about it, and I've seen the whole event.
I spent 260 hours in Hyrule and it is still amazing. So much beauty.
About the DLC: can you give us the source of the post-ending news?
I don't remember Aonuma saying anything about it, and I've seen the whole event.
The statement was made in this Eurogamer article. It looks like Aonuma himself didn't say anything so I guess the author is inferring from the embedded video which does show Zelda passing by an active shrine and also meeting Riju.
Thanks, i was thinking the same thing. I remember reading this article back then.
So, at the moment the post-ending setting is not confirmed.
We don't know for sure that Zelda is meeting Riju. Well, whoever she is meeting isn't tall...
I've been playing this game since launch, and finally took the plunge and defeated Ganon. I'm going to continue to play the game still, exploring and whatnot, but it's a tad bittersweet feeling knowing that the core adventure has concluded. That being said, the ending was really well done and those final scenes (including the "secret ending") gave me chills.
I always thought Kingdom Hearts would be my favourite game of all-time, nothing could possibly break the magic of Disney and video games colliding in such an epic way - but this, this game has blown me out of the water, and has given me an experience beyond what I could have even wished for. I'm not saying that it cured my gaming fatigue or anything, 'cause there are plenty of games that I have enjoyed this year, but Breath of the Wild is just.. the ultimate experience. It's full of adventure, heart, and wonder - and done in a way that only Nintendo could deliver. I wish that I could write a massive review tier essay about why the game is so good, but I wouldn't even know where to begin. Plus, anyone that has played it already knows what makes this title so fantastic.
This isn't just my GOTY, it's my new favourite game of all-time.
I always thought Kingdom Hearts would be my favourite game of all-time, nothing could possibly break the magic of Disney and video games colliding in such an epic way - but this, this game has blown me out of the water, and has given me an experience beyond what I could have even wished for. I'm not saying that it cured my gaming fatigue or anything, 'cause there are plenty of games that I have enjoyed this year, but Breath of the Wild is just.. the ultimate experience. It's full of adventure, heart, and wonder - and done in a way that only Nintendo could deliver. I wish that I could write a massive review tier essay about why the game is so good, but I wouldn't even know where to begin. Plus, anyone that has played it already knows what makes this title so fantastic.
This isn't just my GOTY, it's my new favourite game of all-time.
Today (just an hour or so ago) I learned on another thread that shadows from clouds or structures help you keep your temperature low when you are in the desert.
Like, I kid you not I've played this game for 260+ hours and I truly did not know that.
Like, I kid you not I've played this game for 260+ hours and I truly did not know that.
I thought that knowledge was crucial to complete the ice house task?
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I remember finding out about that and how equipping ice/fire weapons affect your temperature (by either cooling you down or warming you up) blowing my mind.