As aZeldagame,Skyward Swordis a strange experience.

At itsbest,Skyward Swordis one of those video games that convinces people to like video games.

It’s the clay from whichBreath of the Wildwas molded.

A Screenshot from ‘Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword’

That’s becauseSkyward Swordsticks to much of the basicZeldaformula like a magnet.

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That’s the biggest problem with the game, in fact.

It doesnotwant you to get lost.

Screenshot from ‘Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword’

It makes it difficult for the game to generate or maintain any sort of momentum.

What I’m wondering now is if this was due to the Wii’s intended audience.

It’s made for people who’ve never played aZeldagame before.

Screenshot from ‘Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword’