Legend of Zelda A Link to the Past

[Firus]

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, the third installment in the Zelda series, for the SNES. Ultimately, the goal of the game was to collect the three pendants; those of Power, Wisdom, and Courage (with an obvious connection to the Triforce), and then once in the Dark World to save all 7 maidens and defeat Ganon.

The game invented many revolutions in the Zelda series that continued to be used in subsequent games, such as the Hookshot, the Master Sword, the Pegasus Boots, and the Ocarina (although was merely called "Flute" in-game). It was also the first game with the Spin Attack, and the idea of two parallel worlds.

The game was also remade for the Game Boy Advance with a multiplayer-only game, Four Swords (though I feel that Four Swords should have its own thread, so I won't cover it here). The most noticeable difference between the games right off the bat is that the sounds were updated; for example, Link's voice is now audible. Other changes include each bottle having its own inventory slot, a new dungeon (only available once the main stories of ALttP as well as Four Swords have been beaten), a "Riddle Quest", as well as many, many more.

Feel free to discuss everything from record runs you've had through the game to your general opinion about the game.

 

[D13]

This one's on my list of the greatest games of all time. I believe it was the first game I ever completed, and I cried at the end.

 

[Scott!]

What I personally love the most about this game is the dungeon design. There are so many, which is awesome, but they all have their own feel and style, which is impressive considering the number of them and the limitations of being 2D. It's probably my favorite set of 2D dungeons for a Zelda game.

Unfortunately for the game itself, I never had a SNES, and only got the GBA port. Thus, I got it after games such as OoT, MM, and LA had made an emotional impact and found their places in my heart. Its place on my list of favorite Zelda games is lower than it probably deserves because of that, and because of WW being fantastic. It seems too good to be 5th at best, but I can't put it over any of those 4.

 

[Firus]

It is, at least for now, my favorite Zelda game. I don't have the original yet -- I played it first on the GBA remake, and I've beaten it...I want to say 5 times on that. It was the first Zelda game I ever played.

I also bought it for Virtual Console, and I've gotten a fair ways into it there.

Eventually I do plan to get the original for SNES, both because I'm a game collector and because the game is certainly good enough to have three times over.

I agree with you, Scott -- the dungeon design is great. The music is always applied fittingly, and the game is long and challenging without dragging on.

Plus, it invented the Hookshot, which is my favorite item ever in the Zelda games (only possibly replaced by the Clawshot, which is basically an upgraded version of the Hookshot anyways).

 

[ebhz.Ash.4rm]

This was my first Zelda game I think, either way it was the first one I completed. I loved the system of how it was played and upgrading your sword and expanding your arsenal as you got further in sucked me into Zelda. I liked how the items were tangible, worked differently in battle and all had different uses. I liked the hearts system too, it was cute.

 

[SkylerOcon]

I've played through about the first ten minutes of this game at a friends house. Not really enough to form a solid opinion over it, but I definitely want to pick it up. Does anybody know where I can find a copy of the GBA version of the game?

 

[Spire]

I've played through about the first ten minutes of this game at a friends house. Not really enough to form a solid opinion over it, but I definitely want to pick it up. Does anybody know where I can find a copy of the GBA version of the game?

Amazon dude. That's where I buy 90% of my games. Gamestop are gimps, and more mainstream retail stores like Best Buy and Target carry nothing but new games. I've been to EB games maybe twice, so I can't form an opinion on them.

As for talking about ALttP, I've attempted to play it many, many times, but have never been able to really get into it. Perhaps its Link's pink hair? Perhaps it's the overall sprite design (my best bet). I love the music, so that's not the case, but I feel like an idiot for never playing through this obvious gem. I love LA, and the Oracles, but ALttP just doesn't do it for me.

 

[INSANE CARZY GUY]

amazing game I am still stuck on gannon. I always run out of magic

 

[XACE-K]

I definitely want to try this game for I have never player it yet. All I know is that at some point, there's a pink Link who looks awesome.

 

[toon_marth]

I LOVE this one... but it's not as good to me as some of the other top-down ones. And @ XACE_K, definitely get this one. Whether it be the port to the GBA version, or the original, you simply have to have this game.

 

[Scott!]

Amazon dude. That's where I buy 90% of my games. Gamestop are gimps, and more mainstream retail stores like Best Buy and Target carry nothing but new games. I've been to EB games maybe twice, so I can't form an opinion on them.

As for talking about ALttP, I've attempted to play it many, many times, but have never been able to really get into it. Perhaps its Link's pink hair? Perhaps it's the overall sprite design (my best bet). I love the music, so that's not the case, but I feel like an idiot for never playing through this obvious gem. I love LA, and the Oracles, but ALttP just doesn't do it for me.

You've gotta give it another shot. Aesthetically, it isn't my favorite either, and the pink hair is a bit out there, but the dungeons, as I said above, are fantastic. Plus, there's like 11 or so of them at least. If I can remember correctly, I think it has the most of any Zelda. OoT's got...3+5+1/2(well)+1(Ganon's castle) = 9. ALttP has at least 3+(7-8)+1=11-12. And they're all pretty different. For a scholar such as yourself of the series, it's almost expected. Plus, it's fun.

 

[Spire]

You've gotta give it another shot. Aesthetically, it isn't my favorite either, and the pink hair is a bit out there, but the dungeons, as I said above, are fantastic. Plus, there's like 11 or so of them at least. If I can remember correctly, I think it has the most of any Zelda. OoT's got...3+5+1/2(well)+1(Ganon's castle) = 9. ALttP has at least 3+(7-8)+1=11-12. And they're all pretty different. For a scholar such as yourself of the series, it's almost expected. Plus, it's fun.

Oh I definitely will. I paid to download it on the VC, so I'm going to get my money's worth. Just haven't found the time to really sit down and do it, but I do love the 2D Zeldas very much.

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

Amazon dude. That's where I buy 90% of my games. Gamestop are gimps, and more mainstream retail stores like Best Buy and Target carry nothing but new games. I've been to EB games maybe twice, so I can't form an opinion on them.

As for talking about ALttP, I've attempted to play it many, many times, but have never been able to really get into it. Perhaps its Link's pink hair? Perhaps it's the overall sprite design (my best bet). I love the music, so that's not the case, but I feel like an idiot for never playing through this obvious gem. I love LA, and the Oracles, but ALttP just doesn't do it for me.

EB Games was bought out by Gamestop...they don't exist anymore

 

[Spire]

EB Games was bought out by Gamestop...they don't exist anymore

Totally forgot about that. No wonder I never went to any of their stores.

 

[Darkslash]

EB Games was bought out by Gamestop...they don't exist anymore

Just because EB games was bought out by Gamestop doesn't mean they don't exist. I just walked into my local on 2 weeks ago.

I'm sure there's possibly one at my EB games (i have at least 4 locations to choose from). If I do find one, I MAY buy it.


Lol I just remembered ALTTP was my first Zelda game. I played it at a "Real Canadian Superstore" when it came out. Nostalgia FTW.

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

Just because EB games was bought out by Gamestop doesn't mean they don't exist. I just walked into my local on 2 weeks ago.

I'm sure there's possibly one at my EB games (i have at least 4 locations to choose from). If I do find one, I MAY buy it.


Lol I just remembered ALTTP was my first Zelda game. I played it at a "Real Canadian Superstore" when it came out. Nostalgia FTW.

THAt's bizzare, ALL Eb games in my area were turned into Gamestops...even ones right next to eachother...


BOTH remained open to this day as Gamestops

 

[Sukai]

Hey, I'm stuck in Ganon's castle, help.

 

[zaneebaslave]

I never beat this game... but for some reason it is one of my favorite zelda games.

Maybe it's nostalgia?

 

[Scott!]

@knuxrouge: try our help thread. We're still trying to figure out how this place is going to work, but that's the place we have for stuff like that right now, rather than in the actual discussion for the games.

 

[Sukai]

In most game discussions, help and what not are included. One big help thread may be consistent, but in my opinion, keeping them in the respective threads would be more organized and will help keep the threads more lively.

 

[Spire]

In most game discussions, help and what not are included. One big help thread may be consistent, but in my opinion, keeping them in the respective threads would be more organized and will help keep the threads more lively.

Agreed. We could potentially turn the Help Thread that Skyler started into an FAQ thread.

If we're going to have individual threads for each game though, all help regarding that game must be kept within said threads. Asking questions leads to sparking interest in others, which leads to discussion of the game.

 

[Sukai]

And there you go, this thread could be more than nostalgia-riding.

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

Looking up a guide on gamefaqs or something might be more helpful in completing Ganon's Castle than someone trying to explain it here.

Truthfully I can't even remember any Dungeon in ALttP

 

[Sukai]

When receiving help, I prefer a personal touch.

 

[Firus]

I would be willing to try and help, but...where exactly are you in Ganon's Castle?

 

[Terra~]

LttP <3

Try holding your breath between the chapel where you leave Zelda after rescuing her and the first dungeon. Just try, it's awesome.

Aside from my stupid comment, the music is awesome, the gameplay is beautiful and I just love it <3

 

[Sukai]

I would be willing to try and help, but...where exactly are you in Ganon's Castle?

I'll get back to you on this, I'm not ignoring you.
Just say'n.

 

[etecoon]

the pink hair was indeed pretty strange, especially since it contradicts any of the game art afaik

I wonder if anyone has done a pink haired link texture hack for brawl lol

<3 this game, I still remember the moment I beat it the first time like 15 years ago, I can't say that about some games of the past decade.

 

[Limey]

This is the first Zelda game I owned. I think I had it when my mother bought me a second hand SNES and it came with it. Needless to say, I was hooked, and it turned me on to my favourite game series ever.

I love this game!

 

[zaneebaslave]

I stole this game from a kid who lived in a trailer next to me. I also stole the Snes from my uncle.

I WAS JUST A CHILD!

 

[Spire]

the pink hair was indeed pretty strange, especially since it contradicts any of the game art afaik

I wonder if anyone has done a pink haired link texture hack for brawl lol

<3 this game, I still remember the moment I beat it the first time like 15 years ago, I can't say that about some games of the past decade.

http://stacksmash.cultnet.net/?p=1756

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

http://stacksmash.cultnet.net/?p=1756

Heh, that's an awesome hack...

However, I would actually have liked to see that on "Adult Link" ...now that would be funny

 

[Sukai]

So.....nevermind on needing help, after recapping on my issues, I found my solution.

My original issue was that I couldn't find the big key to advance to the Fourth floor, despite scaling the entire first floor, I then, by chance, blew a hole in the floor, found my way to the basement and got the big key.

:embarrass-ed

 

[NixxxoN]

Best game ever.

For anyone who asked, you dont need any magic potion to beat Ganon. Only the master sword in the first 2 encounters, and the silver arrows in the last battle of the game.

 

[Sukai]

You need magic to light the pots so you can see him to hit him and then use the arrows.

Just by the blue stuff.

In related news I finally beat the game.

 

[Eternal Yoshi]

Do you have Magic Powder? If you use it in the right place, it will really help your Magic problem.

 

[zaneebaslave]

I like using the powder on the guards. They turn into onions.

 

[Eternal Yoshi]

Somewhere east of Light Kakairiko Village, there is a peg you can bonk with the Magic Hammer to access a small area where you can jump into a hole to find a strange green fountain statue.

Spray it with Magic Powder in the red spot, and you will awaken the Mad Batter, who will reduce the MP cost of all your magic spells by half.

 

[MASTER_VOID]

“Now Link, He Come To Town, Come To Save, The Princess Zelda”

Best Game Ever Made Forever My Favorite Game Of All Time
LINK TO THE PAST!!!

 

[ZIO]

This is, by far, my favorite game. I have multiple copies of the game. digital and physical. I can't bear to delete any of my files, so they keep piling up.

Although it's the same game, I keep playing it. And, although I don't get the enjoyment out of it I did when I first played it, I still love it to death.

It's a game I did everything to. I game-genie'd it. I ventured throughout the land forever looking for that one thing I never found. I done a ton.

<_<

I'm gonna go play it right **** now!