Daily Debate: What is Your Favorite Skyward Sword Commercial?

Seeing a particularly fun ad for The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD that reminded me of an old commercial for the initial release, I decided to go back and watch it. It was then that I realized the large amount of ads releasing for the remaster, and knew I had to write this Daily Debate.

There are a lot of great commercials surrounding this game, especially for the original release. One recalls the commercial with the late actor Robin Williams and his daughter Zelda, whom he named after the series. It brought with it the charm of both Williams and a cute father-daughter experience over the then-upcoming Skyward Sword, as father teased daughter about the challenges awaiting in her adventure.

As great as that commercial was, I’m not sure I can say it’s my favorite. The one that takes the cake for me is the legendary “Falling Swords” commercial. I think what does it for me is just how “2011” it feels. It’s difficult to describe — you had to be there, consuming television and internet media at the time. I think it’s the creative corniness of falling swords and shields, random people taking up the sword, and, of course, the voiceover. It’s from a period of time I’m nostalgic for, and in a style I’m nostalgic for, so it only makes sense why I like it so much. Like the Williams commercial, it holds a special sort of charm unique to that era. If I said I didn’t wish it’d return, I’d be lying.

Of course, the remaster isn’t without its share of good ads. Take “Soar Into an Epic Adventure,” for instance. Like the “Falling Swords” commercial, it has its own unique charm, and one, dare I say, that’s more than a bit reminiscent of the late 2000s and early 2010s. In fact, it breathes excitement. Watching it, I felt my heart rate increase as I wanted to grab my sword, grab my shield, leap into a sea of clouds, and take on the adventure.

But what’s your favorite Skyward Sword-centric commercial? Is it for the original release, or the remaster? Let us know in the comments below!

John Piland

John has been a Zelda fan for over 10 years now and is proud to say the series has had a major impact on his life (and wallet). After years of going to Zelda Dungeon for guides or the latest news on the series, John achieved their dream when they joined the writing team in 2019; John can hardly believe how long it’s been. A librarian, he loves meticulously arranging his library of Zelda games and collectibles. After what felt like an eternity of waiting for Tears of the Kingdom, John looks forward to the future of the Zelda franchise with enthusiasm, whether that’s the upcoming movie, a new spin-off/remake, or the next big game.