The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
Producer: Nintendo
Release Date: June 19, 2011
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
Rating: E10+
Genre: Action-Adventure
Past to Present
Written by Heather Spears
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is one of the most critically acclaimed video games one could ever wish to lay their hands on. Making its premiere in 1998 on the Nintendo 64, Ocarina of Time climbed its way to the top of almost every countdown list of its time. It was so big Nintendo released a remake of the legendary game for the Nintendo GameCube. Now the most memorable game of all time is at the convenience of having it in your own pocket. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is now available for the Nintendo 3DS. Not only are gamers provided with the same irresistible storyline but also are presented with new and different game modes; and the best part is every aspect of the game is playable in 3D!
The game starts off just as before; young Link fast asleep in his tree house home as Navi, the fairy, wakes him. She informs him of a sacred quest that he must complete to save the land of Hyrule. The boy makes his way through many mind boggling challenges and into adulthood to further pursuing his potent quest. This game is simply enduring.
But the question still remains; if you’ve played the game before, why buy it again for the Nintendo 3DS? To set it apart from pervious remakes, Ocarina of Time 3D added special perks to enhance game play. Simply moving the 3DS system now allows the player to look around in the game and a touch screen menu saves players from flipping through different pages to find their desired item. Not only do you have the ability to carry the world renowned game with you where ever you please but these two features make the game fun and easier to navigate than ever.
The exceptionality doesn’t stop there. In The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3Dplayers have the means to test their skills in many new ways. This 3D game provides a special mode, “Master Quest”; which was previously introduced only for the GameCube version. With the Nintendo 3DS players are able test their skills in this over the top mode. “Master Quest” will prove to be more than a challenge; everything in the game is mirrored, different placement of enemies, rearranged puzzles, and every hit reflects double damage. Why not give “Master Quest” a shot after you complete the original game?
Ocarina of Time 3D doesn’t have to be excruciating in order to provide a good challenge. Players can travel back to Links childhood home to battle any boss they’ve already completed. If challenges aren’t your forte, or if you find yourself stuck on one of the many interesting puzzles, not to worry; there is in-game help to get around any puzzle that has you stumped. Just be sure not to turn a blind eye to the many Sheikah stones, they house all the information needed to pass any challenge.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D is a game everyone will love. It is a unique gaming experience you can’t get with any other game. The game can interest new gamers; as the old storyline and experiences become new, as well as seasoned pros of the franchise. If you don’t have a Nintendo 3DS already make The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D your reason to get one; you won’t be disappointed.