DEFINITIVE VERSION: THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: OCARINA OF TIME

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Link's first three dimensional adventure was impressive to say the least. Many consider it to be the best game in the Zelda series, and it is often found at the very top of nearly ever N64 best of list. Is Ocarina of Time your favorite video game? Congrats, you now have something in common with 20 million people, and you should keep reading if you're looking to revisit it any time soon, or if you just like video games, or if you just like reading, or if you like peanut butter m&ms, or if you like free money, but mostly if you are interested in the subject, have some free time and feel like it.

RELEASES

NINTENDO 64 - 1998

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PROS:
CONS: Graphics and controls are dated.
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GAMECUBE - 2003

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PROS: 1.2 Version of the game is more stable. Higher resolution graphics.
CONS: Players may prefer C-buttons instead of C-stick controls.

NINTENDO Wii - 2007

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PROS:
CONS: Visual issues due to incorrect implementation of the transparency effect. Graphics look worse than playing the original on a CRT.
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NINTENDO 3DS - 2011

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PROS: Upgraded visuals. Master Quest included. Additional Items. Boss battle mode.
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WiiU - 2015

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PROS: Can be played on the gamepad.
Save-state feature.
CONS:

SWITCH [NSO] - 2021

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PROS:
CONS: Minor input lag.

MULTI [MASTER QUEST]

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PROS: Altered dungeon layouts if you're looking for a different experience.
CONS:
NOTES: More complex puzzles, and double damage for a more challenging experience. Master Quest is available on 3DS and Gamecube.

DEFINITIVE VERSION

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The Definitive Version of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is the Nintendo 3DS release from 2011. There have been several impressive releases of this particular Zelda classic, however, the Nintendo 3DS version offers a few more improvements and features that create the best possible experience of the game. The use of the 3D screen allows for a more immersive and graphically interesting playthrough. Other updates such as remastered textures and character models, smarter inventory control, and animation improvements are a few reasons the Nintendo 3DS version is the Definitive Version. Other improved features in regards to the gameplay include the addition of level icons, Shekiah Stones, Pink Fairies, and updated, more helpful Navi’s tips. You probably can’t go wrong with any version of the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, but if you can play this version, you are sure to have the most “faithful to the original” and complete experience.

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