The Last Princess of Hyrule: Zelda Takes Center Stage in a New Legend of Zelda Game
For the first time in the nearly four-decade history of the Nintendo fantasy series, Princess Zelda will take center stage as the heroine in the upcoming game, “The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom”. The game, directed by Tomomi Sano, marks a significant milestone in the series, as it shifts the focus from the traditional damsel-in-distress trope to a brave and cool protagonist.
“Brave and Cool”
Eiji Aonuma, the producer of the series, has been waiting for the right proposal to do justice to Zelda. “I thought, this is exactly the game for her!” he said in an interview on the Nintendo website. Saki, a 24-year-old Japanese student, agrees, stating, “Zelda being the main character in the new game will change the image of Zelda to something incredibly brave and cool, and I like Zelda, so I very much welcome it.”
In this latest installment of the Zelda series, Link, the perennial hero, is captured by the forces of evil, leaving Zelda to save the kingdom of Hyrule. Armed with a magic wand, she must conjure up various objects to help her on her quest. The game’s childlike graphics evoke a sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of “Link’s Awakening”.
Not Ideological
The release of a new Zelda game is always an event, but this one is special. “The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom” may also be an opportunity for Nintendo to test the waters with a transitional episode before eventually opening the door to a larger-scale Zelda adventure. As Florent Gorges, author of “The History of Nintendo”, says, “Between two big entries, Nintendo has always offered more modest experiences, which is where this title fits in.”
A New Era for Zelda
The last Zelda game, “Tears of the Kingdom”, launched in 2023 and exceeded 10 million sales in three days. Its success will be hard to replicate, but fans are eager to see what the future holds for the beloved character. For musicologist Fanny Rebillard, Zelda’s rise to prominence came as no surprise, stating, “For several episodes now, the princess has been taking on greater and greater importance in the plot. She’s no longer a figure to be rescued stuck in a castle, she has her own story.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is “The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom”?
A: It is a new installment in the Zelda series, featuring Princess Zelda as the main character.
Q: Who is directing the game?
A: Tomomi Sano is directing the game.
Q: When will the game be released?
A: The game is set to be released on Thursday.
Q: Will Link be in the game?
A: Yes, but he will be captured by the forces of evil, leaving Zelda to save the kingdom.
Q: Is this the first time Zelda has been the main character in a Zelda game?
A: Yes, it is the first time Zelda has taken center stage as the heroine in a Zelda game.