The Legend of Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma has told GameInformer that he personally wants to drive The Legend of Zelda series forward. Initially Aonuma was happy making small, individual changes to the series but he now feels it’s time to seriously evolve the franchise.
“I started working on the series not at the beginning but part-way through its history. I think because of that, early on I was more looking objectively at the series and how we could change small, individual elements within it, rather than looking at how the series should evolve. As time has passed – particularly in the last few years – I’ve started to think a lot more about how I can take the series and really make it my own Zelda and evolve it further. As Mr. Miyamoto has allowed me to take the reins on the Zelda series, ultimately that’s what I need to do. Perhaps some people will think it’s a little bit late for me to start thinking about that, but as time goes by, that’s becoming more of a theme in how I’m approaching the series.”
first
first what
I really hate it when people do this on this blog but when I had the chance I couldn’t resist, sorry..
:)
so you hate yourself or are you the exception
You had the opportunity to set an example, and you’ve forsaken it to say “first’
Learn to resist petty temptation and embrace honor!
…..I’ve been playing too much Skyrim; in other words, don’t say “first”, post something meaningful.
He probably didn’t have enough time to think of anything meaningful without loosing his first position =_=
first my pickle
Well I can’t wait to see what’s in store for zelda
This could get interestin’
well let’s wait patiently :P
I hope it doesn’t become final fantasy, I really hope to fucking god it doesn’t…
Why on earth would it become Final Fantasy..? I doubt they’d opt out for a turn based battle system, not to mention an RPG level-up system.
I think what he means is that they’ve changed final fantansy so much that it isnt good anymore
So true. Any fan of Final Fantasy who has been with it since the beginning knows that any FF after IX isn’t any good. Let’s face it, X had a nice battle system, but it’s story was crap. And any FF after X is complete trash.
I really don’t want Zelda to end up like FF in this aspect.
zelda needs graphics by square-enix plus voice action and a love story finally between zelda and link still hoping for it.
No voice acting!
Have you beaten Skyward Sword ??
SPOILERS!
After the credits, Zelda says she wants to live beneath the cloud, on the surface and Link too. And Link, when Zelda gets blown away by tornado, Link didn’t even think before he tried to follow after but got knocked away. He went to end of the world for Zelda as Robin Williams said.
Now those are the hands of a true gamer!
I love the surprise every Zelda game brings. I can’t wait!
i once heard that nintendo wanted to make a futuristic zelda. there was much negative backlash from the fans and they ultimately dropped it. i wonder if it will resurface with this idea of “evolving zelda”.
That futuristic Zelda was a hoax. An April Fools prank, if you will.
Awesome, bring it on, can’t wait to play it in HD. :)
lmao…this “change(s)” can be something REALLY awesome…. or REALLY bad…. -.-
Never played a Zelda with really bad changes
He’s definitely got me curious as to the changes he wants to make.
Perhaps it’ll be something like Majora’s Mask? Zelda in the title, but REALLY different gameplay?
Avid Zelda player…my only comment is to finally see the game evolve to a more mature audience and start stepping up on difficulty game play and story
Ohhh nooooo!!!!!! Zelda on the WiiU???? AFTER SS’s awesome motion contols?? Oh no oh no oh no oh no oh no oh no!!!!! NNNNOOOOOOOOOOO!!! NOPE DON’T DO IT!! you CAN’T do that! Fffffffuuuuuuuuuuuuuuccccccccckkkkkkkkk nnnnnnnnoooooooooooooo! They did too well on that and it was way too much fun to only do once!
Uh you do realize you can still use all of your remotes from your Wii on the Wii U? So they don’t even need to use the tablet controller, although it would be cool, but that means there is still the option for motion controls. :D
You should know that Wii U is wii controller compatable.
Also the HUD could be removed if they stick a screen on the wii controller; you seen the Wii with the screen patent?
cool!! zelda series in FULL HD NOT HD. d
Full HD is the best possible HD on current TV’s but full HD is still a HD if its higher then its a ED.
hmm, to remember the changes that went through in majoras.. so many side-quests with the masks, If they take that path again, it would really be interesting, and maybe if they include options for you, not only to go straight to save the world, but also if you could do other stuff, like join the army of the city [wanted to do it in twilight], and have some quests “kingdom under fire” like, with the army and that kind of stuff, I think it would be cool…
This “evolved zelda” might also include what the latest zelda game dropped… Auto Lock-On!!!
that’s for pussys bro
I swear, the Wii-U will be the strongest Console ever, it has SO much potential and I’m sure a Zelda game will change a lot!
That’s one reason why I don’t care to play SS: it’s pretty much the same formula as past Zelda games, with a few changes made here and there. Excited to see how the series is ‘evolved’ as he puts it.
You’re missing out. SS is so much better than most of the past games in terms of what you can do and side quests.
How could you say that if you haven’t played the game?
I’m not a Zelda fan in the sense that I love every single Zelda game… the only Zelda game I’m a fan of is OoT, coincidentally, and I feel the series hasn’t really changed since then, as far as gameplay at least… which isn’t a bad thing, but now seems like the right time to mix things up and give the series a new direction.
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Future anyone? :)
I hope they take it in some radical direction like Majora’s Mask.
Vote Skyward Sword GAME OF YEAR
http://www.g4tv.com/vgdm/best-game-2011/
Now I’m hyped. Thanks Eiji Aonuma :-|
I used to say ‘First’ then I took an arrow in the knee.
Still…. we don’t like seeing anyone talk about First.
Ummm….. 41th!!!!!1
So many Skyrim quotes :P
I was really looking forward to how Skyward Sword would be a departure from the traditional Zelda series. That’s what all the interviews, blogs, magazines, and articles read. But playing it, I only found minor tweaks here and there. Sure it was different from other games but not the extent I thought it would be because of the hype around the changes. Don’t get me wrong, it is still one of the best games on the wii but I hope when he says “evolution” he means it and we get something new.
I seriously hope we get something different enough. Fuck Skyward Sword.
inb4 butt hurt
That’s actually a refreshing thought. I love Zelda the way it is now, but I seriously think Nintendo needs to think about going out of their comfort zone. They need to be bold and try something new. These new changes could range from something like voice acting to a completely different yet satisfying combat system or other new game mechanics. It’s about time, don’t you think?
Changing the series, that’s what Skyward Sword was supposed to do. (not saying that Skyward Sword didn’t change anything, it was freaking sweet.
The Wii U just keeps getting better and better. Take my money already Nintendo!!!!!!
IT AIN’T HIS TO CHANGE…..
I’m really looking forward to it. If anyone can do it, take a perfect game series (Zelda, Mario), and revolutionize it, it’s Nintendo.
I’m excited to see what’s in store for the Zelda series. This will definately prove to be interesting.