The Official Ocarina of Time 3D Thread -- 8.5 from GameSpot

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D

Official site

Release Days:

EU - June 17th, 2011

JP - June 16th, 2011

NA - June 19th, 2011

New Features/Features:

• Master Quest
• Boss Challenge Mode
• Gyroscope Support
• Textures are redone
• No more static backgrounds
• Upgraded character models
• Improved UI (four items can be assigned now)
• Use the touch screen to switch items rapidly
• Instructional videos (think Superguide)

Additional New Information:

• After defeating a boss, you can relive its memory -- to do so, you sleep in Link's bed in Kokiri Village
• Boss battles are timed
• No leaderboards
• Unlock Boss Rush mode after defeating all the bosses (again)
• Fight every boss one after another
• Provide a power up at the end (hearts for example)
• Master Quest is now mirrored
• Link is hit with twice the amount of damage in Master Quest
• Sheikah Stones are found throughout the world
• These stones are like Gossip Stones from the original
• Crawl inside the Sheikah Stones to see visions of the future
• Visions are pre-recorded pieces of footage
• 3-5 short clips showing what to do next
• Unlock visions when you reach certain points of the game
• Visions may show you where to find heart pieces

Screen Shots:

Videos:

• Intro Cinema
• Official Trailer
• Managing Items Trailer
• Gyrosensor Functionality Trailer
• Comparing the Intro Cinemas (n64 to 3DS)
• Comparision of the official trailer
• 12 Minutes of Footage - Master Quest
• NA Commercial

Reviews:

10 out of 10

"As you may have already guessed, this is a title that we wholeheartedly recommend. Beautiful visuals, improved controls, exceptional pacing and engrossing gameplay are all present and correct. The N64 version is an all-time gaming cIassic, but this is truly the finest edition of Ocarina of Time. Is it absolutely perfect from a technical perspective? Not quite, but it is close to gaming perfection, a cIassic that has been refined and polished with great care. Time to find a quiet room, plug in some headphones, and get swept away by one of the finest video games ever created." - Nintendo Life

10 out of 10

"Ocarina of Time 3D is, and forever will be, pure unadulterated bliss, taking the original title and making it essential gaming all over again." - Pocket Gamer UK

5 out of 5

"Diving into this 3DS version of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is proof enough of how much the original was ahead of its time, thirteen years ago. Today, with but a subtle graphical overhaul of its hero and game world, Ocarina of Time 3D manages to become a must-have of 2011. Even though you'll probably not experience the whole adventure with the 3D on, the touch interface, so comfortable for such a game, is a major enhancement of the comfort one has when diving in this epic tale blessed with a charm and some magic that seem, indeed, timeless." - GameBlog.fr

9.5 out of 10

As amazing as Ocarina of Time has always been, it's gotten substantially better on the Nintendo 3DS handheld...In my opinion, Ocarina of Time 3D benefits more from 3D than any other N3DS title so far. [June 2011, p.82] - Nintendo Power

9.4 out of 10

"Still a cIassic, still an explosion of nostalgia. Ocarina of Time 3D is a blissful rediscovery for veterans and an unmissable opportunity for newcomers." - CVG

9.0 out of 10

"An excellent remake of the much loved Nintendo 64 cIassic: refreshed, renewed but still very much familiar and fun. Ocarina of Time 3D may lack the complexities and scale of more recent Legend of Zelda entries, but it gets by with a timeless adventure, challenging gameplay and a lengthy campaign. 3D graphics and an improved look really bring a new depth to the world of Hyrule without veering too far from the original artwork and cIassic. The 3DS version could have done with a more portable-friendly approach and pick-up-and-play value in some areas, but The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D is still a overall superb adventure that's worth considering whether you've played the game before or are longing for a fresh slice of pure Nintendo quality." - Cubed3

10 out of 10

"Great art means different things to you at different points in your life. Ocarina of Time means something different to me now than it did 13 years ago. But the fact that it still has so much meaning is an affirmation of something I've long suspected: that this game is one of the greatest things that video games have ever achieved." - EuroGamer

98 out of 100

"A reverent port that brings Nintendo's very best to a new generation" - ONM

9.5 out of 10

"If the graphical boost isn't enough - and let's be honest, we're already seeing some games on the 3DS that look better than this - you're not going to have much else to satisfy your interests. It's clear this game is being released to find a new generation of gamers that are just discovering Nintendo's franchises. The rest of us will have to determine if it's worth re-visiting a Hyrule we've known for nearly 13 years. Rest assured, though, that doing so will not only let you relive a masterpiece, it will let you experience it in the best way possible." - IGN

B+

"As a portable gaming enthusiast, I love being able to play a game of this quality on the go. I just wish as much attention had been paid to the nuts-and-bolts of the game as was lavished on appearances." - 1UP

8.5 out of 10

"Gorgeous new visuals help make The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D the definitive version of an enduring c!assic." - GameSpot

I so can't wait for June 19! This will be my first time playing OoT because I never had a chance to play back in the day. I have it pre ordered so I'm good to go.8)

i cant believe its coming out in NA last

I've never played it before so i'm really looking forward to this! :D

Hopefully it'll reinvigorate my love for my 3DS

I so can't wait for June 19! This will be my first time playing OoT because I never had a chance to play back in the day. I have it pre ordered so I'm good to go.8)

IPwnNooBs666

same here! :)

I've never played it before so i'm really looking forward to this! :D

moltenix

you're in for a treat then

I only played it once way back when it came out. I like ALTTP better then OOT but I'm still looking forward to replayingOOT again in 3d. I'm starved for a Zelda game it's been a long time since Twilight Princess.

The 3ds line up is looking good. I can't wait to play Star Fox and MGS3D.

Played the N64/GC version and it looks really cool. For those getting it, hope you enjoy it :).

That all sounds exciting and I can see why a lot of people are amped and stuff. But I did play Ocarina of Time back in the day. I'm sure I never even got 1/4 of the way through it, but it seemed like it had potential. I know since it's a Nintendo game it will take forever to come down in price, but that's probably the only way I'd buy it (or if I nabbed a job). Anyway, I wouldn't mind trying to seriously play through it this time, but there simply are other Zelda games I'd like to experience before diving back into this classic...

I've played it countless times and I don't think I'll be getting it unless it has some major changes.

Update: 12 minutes of Master Quest footage Looking good! :DHaziqonfire

Your link doesn't work!

I've played it countless times and I don't think I'll be getting it unless it has some major changes.

DealRogers

I played through the game once. Loved it. Going to buy it again... :)

But now to the 12 miniet footage.....THE DUDE REFLECTION WAS ANNOYING! Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu!

But aside from that it looks really cool.

Wow, fantastic thread :o. I haven't played Oot in a long time, this will be like a new game experience :)

I so can't wait for June 19! This will be my first time playing OoT because I never had a chance to play back in the day. I have it pre ordered so I'm good to go.8)

IPwnNooBs666

I've gone and updated the original post with the first 4 reviews of the game (as per metacritic).

Update: 12 minutes of Master Quest footage Looking good! :DHaziqonfire

Stop spoiling the game for yourself! :P

I still have not beaten MQ. I almost finished it but never did :P.

Stop spoiling the game for yourself! :P

I still have not beaten MQ. I almost finished it but never did :P.

NaveedLife

Don't worry, I didn't watch all of that footage :P.

I'm definitely going to try and complete Ocarina of Time 100%.

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Stop spoiling the game for yourself! :P

I still have not beaten MQ. I almost finished it but never did :P.

Haziqonfire

Don't worry, I didn't watch all of that footage :P.

I'm definitely going to try and complete Ocarina of Time 100%.

***VERY SLIGHT SPOILER OF A SPOILER***.....sorta :P

I could tell you something about the completion, but I guess I shouldnt spoil anything. I just wanted to give you a tip on one part so your hopes and dreams are not dashed :P.

I can't wait. Never finished the game, got stuck in the water temple on my own save file, and played the ending and later parts on other friend's save files, so I'm going to give this one a go 100% by me. Can't wait to hear the overworld music. Definetly a game to use headphones with

But I feel bad for Okamiden. Didn't finish it yet. Just got about 8 hours in and lost track of it. I need to finish it asap in the next few days.

Nostalgia,with a fresh feeling....

...the ones that aren't getting it are insane.

EuroGamer reviewed the game - They gave it a 10 out of 10!

I never owned an N64, but when I do buy a 3DS sooner or later this will be the first game I'll purchase for it.

hehehe so Sunday is the big day for me :D

IGN reviewed the game and gave it a 9.5/10.

Honestly i think this is the 3DS's first "Big" hit and the first real "Must buy" game for it. Up untill now there really hasnt been any real great, large epic 3DS game. i had held out on buying many for that reason. I bought Pilotwings which was cool but with only one island and such it really was only good for flying around once in a while, and i got Lego Pirates of the Carriben which is intereseting too but still not really a "must have".

Its good to see that the reviews so far have been great which considering that another company rather then Nintendo actually made the game it could have been an iffy one but i guess the company knew they had to get their ducks in a row and make it good!

The 3DS is a cool system but up untill now it just really has not had a "killer" game for it. The only downside is a small number of people may not be interested in this game as maybe they have played the orignal SO MUCH that they just get tired of it (however if there that big of a fan the idea of seeing it in 3D and with better graphics might be nice) but you know what i mean.

Lets hope more such great games come out for the 3DS i was hoping more would be annouced at E3 but there may be more suprises down the road as many had pointed out the original DS got a slow start and i think it really was not untill a year or so later of its release did it really kick off so maybe it will be true of the 3DS itself. Looking foward to playing it. i hope i can get it the day it comes out!

GiantBomb has a quick look if anyone is interested.

If you haven't played the game before, you would be shocked to see how good this game is even though it is a remake of an old game. The game will be up to today's standards.

ScrewAttack's review http://screwattack.com/videos/Review-Zelda-Ocarina-of-Time-3DS

Its a good review for a remake, a terrible review for OoT

8.5 for a game that's almost 13 years old is still bloody good. So bummed that it's almost 2 weeks until the Australian launch.

The bad part is that you cant play the master quest from the start? Geez Gamespot, I dont know about everyone else, but I see the master quest as an award for beating the game. So personally i see that as a good.

The bad part is that you cant play the master quest from the start? Geez Gamespot, I dont know about everyone else, but I see the master quest as an award for beating the game. So personally i see that as a good.

Gamingclone

it MASSIVELY bumbs me out that master quest isn't unlocked from the start. honesetly, i really dont feel like bothering with the game right now, i'll just wait to get it pre-owned for cheap

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The bad part is that you cant play the master quest from the start? Geez Gamespot, I dont know about everyone else, but I see the master quest as an award for beating the game. So personally i see that as a good.

soulreaper-4

Whatever.. IGN says the game was perfection so why change a lot of the music and mechanics.. they gave it a 9.5. Here comes Gamespot with their famous low scores... 8.5. What else is new. Bet if Final Fantasy VII came out with ps3 graphics.. remastered music.. better controlls.. the works... Gamespot will be like... "Yup... 8.0" While IGN and Game Informer give it 9s. I know this has nothing to do with FF games.. But Zelda and FF are classics.. and GS seems to low ball games. Now I know how the Duke Nukem fans feel when GS decided to give it a 3.0 while atleast other sites gave it slighty higher scores. Low balling everything.Xtatic324

Eh, 8.5 isn't a bad score - Plus Chris Watters states in his review that Ocarina of Time 3D is the definitive version of the game.

Though, it's a little weird seeing the Wii VC game have a 8.9 and the 3DS game get a 8.5 :P. But, the text review is all that matters really.

1 more day to wait, i cant wait for tomorrow

1 more day to wait, i cant wait for tomorrow

killerband55

ikr! Ima buy that and tap it and do stuff to it and beat it!