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Play Overview
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker (2003) is an adventure game in the Zelda series. This one is set on a group of islands in a vast sea and follows Link as he attempts to save his sister from the sorcerer Ganon. This soon develops into a struggle to find the Triforce relic.
The Wind Waker differs from other Zelda games in its cartoon graphics (although this was also used in The Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks) as well as the seafaring aspect of the adventure. You can aid your sailing by the ability to control the wind with a magic conductor's baton called the Wind Waker. With its help, you sail the ocean, explore islands, and solve dungeon puzzles to acquire new weapons and equipment and finally defeat Ganon.
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker was released on Gamecube and later had an HD version on the Wii U. This version offers a harder Hero mode of the game.
Our examiner, Ben Kendall, first checked The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker 4 years ago. It was re-examined by Thom Robertson and updated 2 days ago.
The Wind Waker differs from other Zelda games in its cartoon graphics (although this was also used in The Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks) as well as the seafaring aspect of the adventure. You can aid your sailing by the ability to control the wind with a magic conductor's baton called the Wind Waker. With its help, you sail the ocean, explore islands, and solve dungeon puzzles to acquire new weapons and equipment and finally defeat Ganon.
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker was released on Gamecube and later had an HD version on the Wii U. This version offers a harder Hero mode of the game.
Our examiner, Ben Kendall, first checked The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker 4 years ago. It was re-examined by Thom Robertson and updated 2 days ago.
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Play Style
Benefits
This game is good if you want to:
- Play big blockbusters
- Sync play with real world clock
- Interact musically
- Muck about on the water
- Avoid the popular games
This game has helped players develop their Disposition as part of the following pathways:
Age Ratings
In the US, ESRB state: Players use swords, boomerangs, and bows to solve puzzles and defeat “cartoony” enemy creatures (e.g., skeletons, goblins, slime). Battles are somewhat frenetic and are accompanied by sword slashing, battle cries, and colorful light effects; enemies disappear amid clouds of smoke when defeated. During one boss battle, players stab an evil creature's forehead with a sword, turning him to stone. Some worm-like creatures emit splashes of green liquid when slashed.
Skill Level
9+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Younger players need to be able to navigate the 3D world, look for secrets and deal with reaction-based combat. Good navigation and memory are a help, particularly as the game ramps up in layers and complexity.
Our Game Pathways reveal how 29-year-olds play this game:
- 29-year-old: Can't Get You Into My Head
Costs
You can only play this on older systems (GameCube and Nintendo Wii U) but can usually find it second hand on eBay. There are no additional in-game purchases, loot boxes, adverts or subscription costs.
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