I've only played about an hour of Zelda at my sister-in-law's, but I could see myself getting really, really tired of the "your weapons break so you're constantly replacing them" mechanic.
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I've only played about an hour of Zelda at my sister-in-law's, but I could see myself getting really, really tired of the "your weapons break so you're constantly replacing them" mechanic.
I'd honestly say that is the only real issue with the game. Though weapons are plentiful enough that it isn't an issue. But, it does raise the question: if weapons are plentiful what purpose does it serve to have them break so easily? It just leads to aggravation constantly having to switch them out.
How dare you suggest Nintendo make a decent dock that doesn't damage the system! The dock is only $60 (For just an extra dock and no cords.) and that's not enough to design a decent dock! Com on now! You can't have everything (or anything really.)
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And that'll be an extra $20 on top of the $60 for a deluxe version of the dock that they'll likely announce at some point.
And that'll be an extra $20 on top of the $60 for a deluxe version of the dock that they'll likely announce at some point.
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And that'll be an extra $20 on top of the $60 for a deluxe version of the dock that they'll likely announce at some point.
What the one with the .50cent felt padding on the inside that it won't scratch your screen..... Sold with a $20 markup of course :/
Can someone tell me how they are finding the weapon durability in Zelda? am hearing its pretty tedious and the weapons break sometimes just after a few enemies?
Also this from Jim Sterling's review (he gave it 7 out of 10)
Have to admit, I was really considering playing my 1st Zelda game but things like this kills my curiosity.
Also this from Jim Sterling's review (he gave it 7 out of 10)
Have to admit, I was really considering playing my 1st Zelda game but things like this kills my curiosity.
You will be constantly losing and replacing weapons. I haven't played a lot of open world RPGs or games with durability (my first Zelda as well) and it is tedious sometimes but hasn't ruined the game for me. Took me forever to get the first one, don't know if I missed something, but I was so thrilled when I finally did. Once you do weapons are in pretty good supply but they do not last long.
Food can be a pain as well as it is not quite as plentiful and you have to cook everything to get best effects. Stamina replenishes quickly but it's finite for a given action and Link can run out of gas running, climbing or even wading in the water which really surprised me. Climbing mountains and traversing water has to be planned out, you can't always just run up everything you see. From what I know of the other games I think these elements are not normal for Zelda.
It's an interesting game, I've been playing without reading anything or using walkthroughs and the game doesn't constantly hold your hand with endless tutorials and hints, you have to experiment some and learn "on the job". Even the plot takes a while to manifest itself as I've avoided being spoiled and it gives a real sense of exploring something. Sometimes I've had trouble figuring out just how to even get to an objective and having to try different paths to get there.
The durability system is not an issue at all. Sure some of the weapons you get in the opening area don't last too long, but once you start branching out and getting better weapons they'll last longer. If you get far enough in the game you'll find weapons that are really durable and last a long time, plus you know there's that Master Sword.
And the stamina wheel isn't an issue either, especially since you can upgrade it, just like you can the hearts.
This is probably the best Zelda game in 20 years, certainly my favorite since A Link to the Past.
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Not the most inspiring video thumbnail, lol. I am enjoying the game but was trying to answer the question honestly regarding the game elements. I figure I'm probably going to waste a lot of time retroactively watching and reading reviews when I complete it but am avoiding it for now.
Not a single one of that neckbearded turbonerd's videos are worth watching. Ever.
Not my favorite boogie video. People react really badly to reviews of Zelda that aren't 10/10 (see Jim sterling's site getting taken down by nutty fans because he gave it a 7/10). Still, Boogie's generally a great youtuber, even if I find that video pretty weak.
And that'll be an extra $20 on top of the $60 for a deluxe version of the dock that they'll likely announce at some point.
They did, in January.
The dock, and just the dock, the cheap 10 cent piece of plastic is $60. if you want the cords with the dock it's $90.
25 cents worth of felt with be in the Super Deluxe Dock, that will be $150.
