Do you think there should be a futuristic Zelda game?

Originally Posted by Enuf3

But even a science fictiony Zelda can incorporate a retro legendary feel... The game could take Link out of the mainstream futuristic world to an old forgotten place with ruins and such.

Like...Assassin's Creed? Please no. I don't want to completely deny the thought of a futuristic Zelda. But when it comes to settings, I'm rather picky. Wind Waker's world that consisted of all oceans was enough to ruin my first playthrough of the game...and my second. But the third playthrough it grew on me.

If there was a Zelda game where, say everything was modernized but the world had leftover ruins and temples from centuries ago, that'd be interesting. The characters could rediscover Hyrule's lost existence and unravel a new mystery. That might be nice, of course I would probably hate it during the first 5 playthroughs but whatever. It happens.

Hmm... I'd give "steampunk" a chance, as long as Zelda successfully retains much of the "past".

Originally Posted by Zeldablue777

If there was a Zelda game where, say everything was modernized but the world had leftover ruins and temples from centuries ago, that'd be interesting. The characters could rediscover Hyrule's lost existence and unravel a new mystery. That might be nice, of course I would probably hate it during the first 5 playthroughs but whatever. It happens.

That's what I was trying to say.. Outside of the modernized world there's this whole forgotten history with ruins and such.

And tbh, I loved WW's bravery in changing the scenery. It was a much needed change.

Besides, ocean adventures makes me smile.

Zelda games already have gunpowder (for bombs) so with gunpowder means there should be guns... or those olden day musket guns at least. I don't see what the problem with giving Link a gun is. I think it would be refreshing. He could also have a bow and arrow with fire/ice/light arrows which could be used to defeat certain types of enemies that can't be defeated with a slow, inaccurate gun. I think they should drop the boomerang, slingshot, ball and chain and other useless weapons. Instead concentrate on enemy combat. Give Zelda players a vast variety of enemies to fight utilizing motion controls as well as possible. Make them aggressive and give us magic that we can level up. The higher we level our magic the more spells we can use. Make magic more of a "support" skill that aids sword combat though. For example, at lvl 3 we can use an ice spell that when used gives your sword an ice bonus that slows your opponent down. At level 20 we can use an electric spell that gives your sword an electric power for a short period of time. This might feel "tacky" but I'm sure if Nintendo developed it themselves or even someone here, it wouldn't feel tacked-on.

I think if too much technology was put into a Zelda game, it would sort of make the Zelda series lose its "virginity" to a certain degree - it would feel like theres no going back. But you never know, Nintendo might pull it off right and it will become the new style for Zelda games.

Originally Posted by Ganon the King

Zelda games already have gunpowder (for bombs) so with gunpowder means there should be guns... or those olden day musket guns at least. I don't see what the problem with giving Link a gun is. I think it would be refreshing. He could also have a bow and arrow with fire/ice/light arrows which could be used to defeat certain types of enemies that can't be defeated with a slow, inaccurate gun. I think they should drop the boomerang, slingshot, ball and chain and other useless weapons. Instead concentrate on enemy combat. Give Zelda players a vast variety of enemies to fight utilizing motion controls as well as possible. Make them aggressive and give us magic that we can level up. The higher we level our magic the more spells we can use. Make magic more of a "support" skill that aids sword combat though. For example, at lvl 3 we can use an ice spell that when used gives your sword an ice bonus that slows your opponent down. At level 20 we can use an electric spell that gives your sword an electric power for a short period of time. This might feel "tacky" but I'm sure if Nintendo developed it themselves or even someone here, it wouldn't feel tacked-on.

I think if too much technology was put into a Zelda game, it would sort of make the Zelda series lose its "virginity" to a certain degree - it would feel like theres no going back. But you never know, Nintendo might pull it off right and it will become the new style for Zelda games.

sounds like an RPG to me

but RPG's can make it work

ff6 is a good example. It had machines but i think some of them were powered by magic. And it's only realistic that they develop trains at some point

Originally Posted by Oni Dark Link

sounds like an RPG to me

but RPG's can make it work

ff6 is a good example. It had machines but i think some of them were powered by magic. And it's only realistic that they develop trains at some point

Yeah I said that there would be an emphasis on combat =)

I can also sort of see a world that is full of technology powered by magic. Even fitting for a Zelda game... clocks, machinery of kinds to dig holes etc. Except, there shouldn't be things like TV screens and stuff like that, it would sort of ruin the medieval feel to it. Machinery should only be in the game for things that are really needed. =)

NOOOOOOOOO!!!I like the Zelda games without that futuristic junk!But in spirit tracks there are trains

Originally Posted by Zelda phoenix

NOOOOOOOOO!!!I like the Zelda games without that futuristic junk!But in spirit tracks there are trains

Then don't play the game

The train was emitting fairy dust, therefore it was powered by magic

Seriously give it a chance. An RPG zelda would be cool

Unless the main protagonist is toon Link

What would happen if Toon Link would (In the RPG zelda) go in a tavern and get drunk.xD
You can do that in some RPGs

Originally Posted by crazyiproshow

It seems like franchises such as Castlevania or Final Fantasy are getting futuristic. Do you think Zelda should go in this direction?

Those stories had to go futuristic because they had exhausted their potential in a mainly medieval fantasy setting. The same can't be said for Zelda; it has never tried to exceed the bare minimum required to be what it is. That's pretty descriptive of Nintendo games in general.

Originally Posted by Retribution

Those stories had to go futuristic because they had exhausted their potential in a mainly medieval fantasy setting. The same can't be said for Zelda; it has never tried to exceed the bare minimum required to be what it is. That's pretty descriptive of Nintendo games in general.

Then that's a really high bar.

Originally Posted by Darth Alec

Then that's a really high bar.

To an extent. The gameplay of Zelda has always been good. The modesty of its scripts not so much. Even if we assume they are always writing with a young audience in mind (and they ought to be more mindful of the changing interests and views of the faithful old guard) their scripts still lack ambition. Its scenery and geography are no longer cutting edge either; they are propped up on nostalgia and a few half-hearted improvements.

Originally Posted by Zelda phoenix

What would happen if Toon Link would (In the RPG zelda) go in a tavern and get drunk.xD
You can do that in some RPGs

With an RPG they should go for a realistic looking hyrule.

yeah that made me think

If OOT link did that he'd better be careful Ruto isn't in the bar

Also, retribution give an example

I don't know if someone has mentioned this before, but while I definately don't want to see a "futuristic" in the Metroid Prime sense Zelda, I wouldn't mind something of a steam-punk Zelda. That way, it effectively blends advanced technology with a kind of primitive feel, as well as a little touch of magic.

I think that would be pretty neat.

Originally Posted by Cafe Mocha

I don't know if someone has mentioned this before, but while I definately don't want to see a "futuristic" in the Metroid Prime sense Zelda, I wouldn't mind something of a steam-punk Zelda. That way, it effectively blends advanced technology with a kind of primitive feel, as well as a little touch of magic.

I think that would be pretty neat.

Like i said, ff6 is a good example, also nintendo if there're airships in it i'll sue!

Originally Posted by Double A

Yeah, it's probably just my misconception of the word "futuristic".

My bad, I thought it had something to do with our sense of the word "futuristic", rather than the sense of the word used for Zelda.

Still, medieval fantasy-esque games hold a certain charm for me, so I can't say I approve of a "futuristic" Zelda by any interpretation of the word.

Dictionary definition
1. of or pertaining to the future: a futuristic view of the world.
Your defintion
Our world with Zelda themes, not the Zelda world further in time.

Dictionary definition
2. ahead of the times; advanced: futuristic technology.
Your defintion
Our technology with Zelda themes, not Zelda technology further advanced. EG; Master Gun

Yup, you don't understand it at all

Originally Posted by langford

I guess if someone wanted to, they could program up a GTA mod with a Zelda quest. He could drive a Cadillac named Epona as he works to save the mayor's daughter Zelda from the evil mob boss Ganondorf.

This is about futuristic Zelda, not our world where everyone is dressed up in Zelda outfits.

I don't know if you have played GTA before but it doesn't have magic in it, one thing that stands out in Zelda