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I'm I supposed to be reviewing how I feel about the product itself or the state I got it in? While this is not my favorite entry in "The Legend Of Zelda" series, it is an improvement over the multiplayer of the Game Boy Advance multiplayer Zelda. The Game Cube obviously is not as portable as the Game Boy Advance and multiplayer still requires multiple systems, the ability for player one to immediately gather the other players, and the shadow battle mode are welcome additions. The 'campaign' is more story heavy this time, which may make it less appealing to players who want to get right too and continually cause havoc, but aren't interested in competing against their friends, but the fact the campaign can be played by just one player means Four Swords Adventures can do more than collect dust when there is no else around to play with. How well that single player stacks up to "A Link To The Past" is a matter of debate, it is undeniably a very different experience, but if you have already played "A Link To The Past" and don't want to buy it again just for multiplayer 'Zelda' then that cements Four Swords Adventures as the superior purchase over its predecessor. On that topic, my copy works just fine. The only things lacking are the original packaging and instruction manual, but the game is easy enough to appreciate and figure out even with those lacking.Read full review
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Now, it's not really multi-player until you have some Game Boy Advances lying around. My 6yo asked for it and I got it thinking she and her sister could play at the same time, but they can[t. It's fine - it's a Zelda game, crafted with some love, but the 2D-throwback thing is odd. Unbelievable it was made in 2004.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I like this game. It's very similar to the the game Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past for the Super Nintendo...in fact, it's pretty much rendered using the same type of graphics. But don't let that fool you. The graphics are better than the SNES, but not by far. The game play is good and tough. I needed to use a walk-through to get through some of the challenges, which makes it a good puzzle game, as well as an action adventure/RPG. My only 'complaint' is the controls. You need to be able to switch between formations real quickly, but sometimes that can lead to problems. Such as getting stuck between obstacles, or even falling off a platform while attempting to change your formation. This can lead to getting hit by an enemy or injured, and if you are low on hearts then this can mean death. With practice though, you will get the hang of it. I especially like the sfx taken directly from the Wind Waker game because Wind Waker is my most favorite game of all time. I give it a 4.5 out of 5.Read full review
this game is particularly interesting, as being four links, first off, but also that you don't play in an overworld as you do in the other zeldas. you actually play in levels, like, one of the maidens hat you must rescue requires you to pass 2 stages, i believe, to get to the temple. although this is the case, it still almost seems like you are playing in an overworld. there are village in the levels, and you must get past tasks and obstacles to move forward through the villages and fields etc. even as it is different from other zeldas, it still has that zelda feel to it, so its not as if its a completely different game from the series. puzzles require you to use your mind, and since you are only able to carry one secondary item at a time (the primary being your sword of course) that also puts an interesting take on the gameplay and makes things a bit harder. personally i like this game, alot, and i really should get around to it more often, and i wish i could. i can imagine that if you love the zelda series you will probably enjoy this game as much as i do.Read full review
The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures is a great mulitplayer Zelda game that you and your friends will have fun playing. There are a few down sides. Unlike other Zelda games, the storyline is linear and forces you in one direction, it also lacks an overworld. Also, the multiplayer requires that each player have a Game Boy Advance and Game Boy Advance to Gamecube link cable which can make it pretty hard to actually find anyone to play the game with. That is a shame because the single player mode (which can be played with the Gamecube controller) while it is fun and challenging, isn't nearly as fun as it is playing with friends. So, if you can get 2-4 other people who have a GBA and GBA to GCN link cable to play then definately get this game. If you'll be playing it solo, then you might want to think about it a little more. It's still fun by yourself but it was designed with multiple players in mind.Read full review
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