While I loved the "Toon Link" art style, I feel like it's had more than it's fair share of time in the spotlight. If anything, it was overused and I wish it would have stayed confined to the "Adult Timeline" instead of being used in other eras, for consistency.
@KateGray I really do appreciate the article as well. The fact that it has received so many varying perspectives is really a good thing. You sparked the discussion!!! If anything the article comments expose the nuances of a Video Game industry that struggles with the conflict of balancing preservation and availability with the overarching priority of cashing in on your back catalog.
@Tempestryke I'm not saying I don't like playing old games as they were, nor would I wish to take that away from any gamer. I just tend to like the "quality of life" improvements of remakes/remasters, which makes me "part of the problem" as outlined by the article. Some of my favorite remakes are the ones where you are given an option to toggle the original graphics and sounds. If anything, I wish Nintendo was much more aggressive with releasing its back catalog in terms of quantity and features. There are official versions and revisions of games that only hardcore collectors or emulation enthusiasts are able to play. That just doesn't seem right.
I guess I'm part of the problem, because I'd like to see more Zelda remakes. Let Grezzo go wild on the Oracle games and even the or even Zelda 1 if they feel so inclined. Feel free to build sequels to originals like A Link Between Worlds, if the team wants to go there. The old games are nice, but I tend to prefer the 3D and HD remakes over the originals. What they need to do is stop making Super Mario All-Stars remakes. The Wii version and the Switch versions are emulation cash-ins that deserved more of the Digital Eclipse treatment than a lazy port job.
Would it really kill Nintendo to put this up on the DSi Shop as well? You'd think they'd want to get it on as many DSi, 2DS and 3DS systems as possible so it can be enjoyed by as many players as possible. Apparently, no soup for you, DSi owners!!!
@Terpor No streaming at all. Think subscription gaming with download instead of streaming as the delivery method (Similar basic model as PS+). Nintendo would need to turn the tap on Virtual Console from a trickle to the full fire hose blast. They'd need to bring NES through GameCube and Game Boy to NDS. If Nintendo could snag some bulk licensing deals with 3rd party publishers, this could be really sweet.
@Terpor I'm all for removing region locks, but I don't think it would solve the big problem. I'm in the camp that thinks Nintendo should try the subscription model for their back catalog to stem the tide. I'd love to see Nintendo become the Netflix of subscription gaming. Combine that with a great mix of a killer app, indie content and maybe some new IP, I think Wii U could carve out it's own place in the market.
I'd favor a redesigned gamepad that is smaller and slimmer, rather than a pro controller in the box. More than anything, Wii U simply needs a killer app to drive sales.
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Re: Talking Point: As Zelda: Wind Waker Turns 20, Doesn't Toon Link Deserve A Second Chance?
While I loved the "Toon Link" art style, I feel like it's had more than it's fair share of time in the spotlight. If anything, it was overused and I wish it would have stayed confined to the "Adult Timeline" instead of being used in other eras, for consistency.
Re: Soapbox: Endless Zelda Remakes Are A Poor Substitute For Backwards Compatibility
@KateGray I really do appreciate the article as well. The fact that it has received so many varying perspectives is really a good thing. You sparked the discussion!!! If anything the article comments expose the nuances of a Video Game industry that struggles with the conflict of balancing preservation and availability with the overarching priority of cashing in on your back catalog.
Re: Soapbox: Endless Zelda Remakes Are A Poor Substitute For Backwards Compatibility
@Tempestryke I'm not saying I don't like playing old games as they were, nor would I wish to take that away from any gamer. I just tend to like the "quality of life" improvements of remakes/remasters, which makes me "part of the problem" as outlined by the article. Some of my favorite remakes are the ones where you are given an option to toggle the original graphics and sounds. If anything, I wish Nintendo was much more aggressive with releasing its back catalog in terms of quantity and features. There are official versions and revisions of games that only hardcore collectors or emulation enthusiasts are able to play. That just doesn't seem right.
Re: Soapbox: Endless Zelda Remakes Are A Poor Substitute For Backwards Compatibility
I guess I'm part of the problem, because I'd like to see more Zelda remakes. Let Grezzo go wild on the Oracle games and even the or even Zelda 1 if they feel so inclined. Feel free to build sequels to originals like A Link Between Worlds, if the team wants to go there. The old games are nice, but I tend to prefer the 3D and HD remakes over the originals. What they need to do is stop making Super Mario All-Stars remakes. The Wii version and the Switch versions are emulation cash-ins that deserved more of the Digital Eclipse treatment than a lazy port job.
Re: The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition Available For Free Right Now in North America
Would it really kill Nintendo to put this up on the DSi Shop as well? You'd think they'd want to get it on as many DSi, 2DS and 3DS systems as possible so it can be enjoyed by as many players as possible. Apparently, no soup for you, DSi owners!!!
Re: Talking Point: Is There A Future For The Wii U Without The GamePad?
@Terpor No streaming at all. Think subscription gaming with download instead of streaming as the delivery method (Similar basic model as PS+). Nintendo would need to turn the tap on Virtual Console from a trickle to the full fire hose blast. They'd need to bring NES through GameCube and Game Boy to NDS. If Nintendo could snag some bulk licensing deals with 3rd party publishers, this could be really sweet.
Re: Talking Point: Is There A Future For The Wii U Without The GamePad?
@Terpor I'm all for removing region locks, but I don't think it would solve the big problem. I'm in the camp that thinks Nintendo should try the subscription model for their back catalog to stem the tide. I'd love to see Nintendo become the Netflix of subscription gaming. Combine that with a great mix of a killer app, indie content and maybe some new IP, I think Wii U could carve out it's own place in the market.
Re: Talking Point: Is There A Future For The Wii U Without The GamePad?
I'd favor a redesigned gamepad that is smaller and slimmer, rather than a pro controller in the box. More than anything, Wii U simply needs a killer app to drive sales.