Daily Debate: What New Item Would You Create for a Future Zelda Game?

Posted on November 28 2020 by Andrew Millard

Tracking down that next weapon or key item in a Zelda game is so exciting and motivating. The series’ developers have a knack for surprising the player with how a new piece of kit unlocks and enriches the game.

How awesome was it to realize the Step Ladder in The Legend of Zelda did more than just let you climb? Have you seen all the things Breath of the Wild pros can do with Bombs and Magnesis? I loved it when I realized the Hookshot in A Link to the Past could grapple AND stun. This gets me thinking when I’m about to crack open a new Zelda game: What would I reward link with, if I could?

I have daydreamed about a future incarnation of Link bonding with animal familiars. The game could build on something like how Kaepora the owl gave Link an occasional lift in Ocarina of Time. Picture Link charming a little blackbird with his ocarina, who then flies ahead and scouts Moblin patrol patterns for him. Or a mouse who can squeeze into tight places for him.

Of course modders can take this matter into their own hands, but I’m not talking about putting assault rifles in Dark Souls.

What I want to know is: What brand new weapon, item, or tool would you add to a future Zelda game? Nothing broken or overpowered though. How would your creation work within the game? Would it be multifunctional?

Sound off in the comments below!