No video game bears the same burden of expectation as a new entry in The Legend of Zelda. Each chapter generates a massive wave of pre-release excitement, followed closely by inevitable post-launch debates. Questions like, “Is this the best Zelda game ever?” or even, “Is this the best game ever?” dominate forums for months — even years.
So, is The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword the best game of the franchise? Unfortunately, no. But few things should ever be viewed in absolute terms. The better question would be, “Is Skyward Sword another great Zelda game?” To that I’d say, “Absolutely.” Skyward Sword shows that Nintendo EAD has learned a lot since 2006’s Twilight Princess and the two portable games that followed. With this latest sequel, the developers have crafted a remarkable adventure that implements some of the most forward-thinking ideas of the series.
