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Simply Legendary , 21 February 2008
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The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
on Wii
(2006)
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Link returns in one of the greatest gaming adventures ever!
Wii's launch title delivers an absorbing, breathtaking experience that is yet another jewel in the crown of the Legend of Zelda series.
Adding intuitive controls and visual polish to its Gamecube counterpart, Twilight Princess for the Wii takes all of the elements that have made Zelda games so intrinsically unique and delivers well over 50 hours of amazing gameplay.
Darker in tone than any Legend of Zelda game bar perhaps Majora's Mask, Twilight Princess actually starts rather slowly. The opening sections amount to little more than tutorials as the player becomes accustomed to Link's surroundings and learns the basic controls, something which experienced Zelda campaigners may find slightly tedious.
Persevere, however, and the dark world of Hyrule and the Twilight realm soon present themselves. From this moment on, the game never looks back. Without giving too much away, we soon find Link transformed into a wolf and leaden with Midna, a guide of sorts who resembles a sarcastic version of Navi from Ocarina of Time. It is not long before the titular princess makes her appearance and a new enemy is revealed...
Building on the aforementioned Ocarina of Time and expanding it tenfold, the enormous dungeons, innovative items, numerous sidequests and huge game world combine to deliver an incredible gaming experience as our hero strives to save Hyrule once more. Considering this is a Wii title the visuals evidently stem from its original Gamecube form and clearly do not push the console, but the animation and locations are nonetheless excellent throughout. Koji Kondo's music, though not orchestrated, is as wonderful as ever, enhancing an already enthralling storyline. The characters Link meets on his journey are amongst the most colourful in any Zelda game, and players will find themselves striving to find every single Piece of Heart, Poe and golden bug long after the final boss is defeated.
Do not be put off by those who have played 20 minutes of the game and given up. Stick with it and that Nintendo magic shines through, rewarding you with one of the greatest games you will ever play.
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