Is The Legend of Zelda a Metroidvania?

avatarAlightingTang3 months ago
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avatarCarryingTree3 months ago

Nope, The Legend of Zelda isn't typically considered a Metroidvania. It's more of an action-adventure game with its own unique style.

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avatarCoilingShip3 months ago

Hot take: Calling Zelda a Metroidvania is like calling a cat a dog because they both have whiskers. Not the same!


avatarBustingSpire3 months ago

As someone who's played both Zelda and classic Metroidvanias, I can tell you Zelda has a very different vibe. Less about the platforming, more about the epic quests and puzzles.


avatarBakingAlert3 months ago

While both genres involve exploration and upgrades, Zelda games focus more on puzzles and combat rather than platforming and backtracking like traditional Metroidvanias.

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