The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening remake announced for Nintendo Switch
- Thread starter Mr. RPG
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Here's some of the weird things I hope to see in the remake:
- Dr. Wright, the guy based on Sim City/Sims creator Will Wright, and his music from SNES Sim City
- The random "Go away!" hippo which was actually a censored scene
- The music that plays when you enter in your name as ZELDA
The many instances and iterations of Totaka's song, including this one when you input your name as Totakeke (only in Japanese version)
- The Anti-Kirby enemies
Man, that game was so weird, I love it so much. I bet like the reason why they went with that particular art style is because it is really a dream with all the weird elements in the game in the first place.
- Dr. Wright, the guy based on Sim City/Sims creator Will Wright, and his music from SNES Sim City
- The random "Go away!" hippo which was actually a censored scene
- The music that plays when you enter in your name as ZELDA
The many instances and iterations of Totaka's song, including this one when you input your name as Totakeke (only in Japanese version)
- The Anti-Kirby enemies
Man, that game was so weird, I love it so much. I bet like the reason why they went with that particular art style is because it is really a dream with all the weird elements in the game in the first place.
When you think about it, a clothed hippo would actually be a lot wackier.
I'm not sure how true that is. They've billed this as a reimagining, not a direct remake.
THIS LOOKS FUCKING AMAZING!
Artstyle included.
Weird they did a sequel for LttP but just a remake for LA, but I'm not complaining at all.
Artstyle included.
Weird they did a sequel for LttP but just a remake for LA, but I'm not complaining at all.
Was this what it was like when WW was announced? I didn't start browsing the internet until 2004.
I like this idea, a lot.
I dunno, I thought the initial reception to both Twilight Princess and Breath of the Wild was fairly positive regarding the visuals.
Link's Awakening is one of my favorite games of all time.
What is the point of this versus a brand new game? This isn't a simple HD remaster, why can't we get a new game if they're already putting in this much effort?
Is this going to be based off of the original and not DX?
What is the point of this versus a brand new game? This isn't a simple HD remaster, why can't we get a new game if they're already putting in this much effort?
Is this going to be based off of the original and not DX?
she's partially clothed in the Japanese version and I think that's peak wacky
Guys I can't imagine this being a 1:1 remake. They know if they are remaking a gameboy game from the early 90's they will have to add a change a bunch to make it worth the $60.
I genuinely kinda prefer that tbh. It's not as overly glossy and round as this new one.
Nothing they've shown so far hasn't been a literal tile-for-tile remake though. If this was a Link between worlds type game, they would have probably shown some more new stuff in the trailer.
OMG this is beautiful... It's the kind of style I dreamed about for a "Zelda 5" game when Rareware started using the ACM technique in the SNES era.
Link's Awakening is not one of my favourite Zelda games but an enjoyable one so even if I'd prefer a Link to the Past remake with this treatment, I'll take this gladly when it comes out later this year :D
Now I wish more than ever a "Zelda 2D Dungeon Maker" with Zelda 1, Link to the past, Four Sword Adventures and Link's Awakening Remake themes.
Link's Awakening is not one of my favourite Zelda games but an enjoyable one so even if I'd prefer a Link to the Past remake with this treatment, I'll take this gladly when it comes out later this year :D
Now I wish more than ever a "Zelda 2D Dungeon Maker" with Zelda 1, Link to the past, Four Sword Adventures and Link's Awakening Remake themes.
Also this. Some hardcore Zelda fans are pretty predictable.
Ehhh... I've already played Link's Awakening. Would've much rather gotten a reimagining like ALBW, or of course a new game entirely.
This was very much how I felt. I was so ecstatic thinking they were going to do the look of the intro video as the art style and then I got hit with chibi which I am usually not a fan of. It'll grow on me. Still adore Link's Awakening.
Nah that was waaay worse.
Here, have a look at these comments. Archives are a nice thing lol. The internet was a different place back then. Full of edgelords and barely any moderation.
https://www.ign.com/boards/threads/official-zelda-bitch-thread.10015660/
Pretty surprised by the reaction as well. I think it looks lovely.
Honestly surprised at the number of negative reactions across the board; the game looks incredibly charming.
The transition from anime intro to actual gameplay was so jarring. I'm not a fan of how this looks currently, but it's a legendary Zelda game so I won't mind it come launch, hopefully.
It adds value to the fact that its not an apocalyptic scenario most are trying to say it is.
It certainly does. You just have to look closer and longer than for a few seconds.
Can you point out these people calling it an apocalyptic scenario? I'd like you to do so.
I cannot understand what the problem is with the art style.
Looks mesmerising. Honestly, I would get it just for the graphics.
Looks mesmerising. Honestly, I would get it just for the graphics.
Are you referring to people saying "woah how can there be so much hate" overreacting because actually there isn't that much? I'm just trying to be clear, not attacking.
It was a silly toy for children 26 years ago too. Just because your child brain imagined things to be more profound and mysterious doesn't make it so.
The new art is 100% in line with what the game was going for.
I kind of have the same thought too. I expect at least a couple of Easter eggs or extra areas compared to the GB and GBC releases. They might have just showed a couple of areas that were 1:1, but the actual game might be like "Whoa, this is completely different."
Or it could be 1:1. And that would still be amazing. Because it's Link's Awakening.
Having meltdowns over an artstyle we have seen like 30 seconds from, including gorgous textures like at 1:04-1:05, is so much more productive, you're right.
Psst... There has never been a AAA 2d Zelda game, this is no exception.
Wow. I remember getting WW when it came out and loved the visuals, but I was also like 8 so it didn't bother me. Meanwhile forums were on fire.
I love the art style but HATE Link's model. I kind of think this is how the new Animal Crossing will look.
I'll admit I was kind of tricked and I thought it would have a cel-shaded anime like look when the anime was playing. All those wishes people have of a Zelda looking like the art had me hopeful for a second. Still a day 1 cop.
I'll admit I was kind of tricked and I thought it would have a cel-shaded anime like look when the anime was playing. All those wishes people have of a Zelda looking like the art had me hopeful for a second. Still a day 1 cop.