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'''''The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD''''' is a remake of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' for the [[Nintendo Wii U|Wii U]]. It was announced during a [[Nintendo Direct]] presentation on January 23rd, [[2013]], where [[Eiji Aonuma]] announced the game, saying that it will have updated HD graphics.{{Ref|name=nintendo direct|[[Interview:Nintendo Direct January 23rd 2013|Nintendo Direct, January 23rd, 2013]]}} The game uses an HD update of the original game's graphics style, combining cel-shading with advanced effects and 1080p resolution. The title was confirmed to be ''The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD'' at E3 2013.{{Ref|name=e3}} A bundle was also announced featuring ''The Wind Waker HD''. The bundle includes | '''''The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD''''' is a remake of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' for the [[Nintendo Wii U|Wii U]]. It was announced during a [[Nintendo Direct]] presentation on January 23rd, [[2013]], where [[Eiji Aonuma]] announced the game, saying that it will have updated HD graphics.{{Ref|name=nintendo direct|[[Interview:Nintendo Direct January 23rd 2013|Nintendo Direct, January 23rd, 2013]]}} The game uses an HD update of the original game's graphics style, combining cel-shading with advanced effects and 1080p resolution. The title was confirmed to be ''The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD'' at E3 2013.{{Ref|name=e3|source=[http://e3.nintendo.com/games/detail/the-legend-of-zelda-wind-waker/ Wind Waker E3 2013]}} A special Wii U bundle was also announced featuring ''The Wind Waker HD''. The bundle includes a black Wii U console, and a black Wii U GamePad with a gold Hylian crest. Additionally, there is a download code for a digital version of ''The Wind Waker HD'', as well as a download code for a digital version of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia|Hyrule Historia]]''. | ||
''The Wind Waker HD'' releases digitally on September 20th, and physically on October 4th in the USA and Canada. It releases on October 4th in Europe, as well as September 26th in Japan. | |||
==Development== | ==Development== | ||
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==Changes from the Original== | ==Changes from the Original== | ||
*A [[Hero Mode]] has been added. In this mode, enemies do twice the damage, and no [[Recovery Heart]]s can be found. The only way to regenerate Link's health is by the use of [[Potion]]s, [[Elixir Soup]], etc. | *A [[Hero Mode]] has been added. In this mode, enemies do twice the damage, and no [[Recovery Heart]]s can be found. The only way to regenerate Link's health is by the use of [[Potion]]s, [[Elixir Soup]], etc. | ||
[[File:Wind-Waker-HD.jpg|left|200px|thumb|The Swift Sail in action]] | [[File:Wind-Waker-HD.jpg|left|200px|thumb|The Swift Sail in action]] | ||
*The [[Swift Sail]] has been added. This new item allows Link to sail faster than the with the normal sail, and it "always has wind in it"; meaning Link will not have to | *The [[Swift Sail]] has been added. This new item allows Link to sail faster than the with the normal sail, and it "always has wind in it"; meaning Link will not have to change wind directions. It can be obtained at the [[Hall of Wealth|Auction House]] anytime after completing the first dungeon. This is an optional item. | ||
*The quest for the [[Triforce Shard]]s has been made less tedious. Link can acquire the first five pieces directly, with three remaining. These remaining three will need to be acquired in the traditional way of finding a [[Triforce Chart]], having it deciphered, and following the chart to the [[Triforce]] piece. | |||
change wind directions. It can be obtained at the [[Hall of Wealth|Auction House]] anytime after completing the first dungeon. This is an optional item. | *The [[Tingle Tuner]] has been replaced by the [[Tingle Bottle]]. The Tingle Bottle allows players to send Miiverse messages in bottles that will wash up on the shores of other players’ games. | ||
*The quest for the [[Triforce Shard]]s has been made less tedious. Link can acquire the first five pieces directly, with three remaining. These remaining three will need | |||
to be acquired in the traditional way of finding a [[Triforce Chart]], having it deciphered, and following the chart to the [[Triforce]] piece. | |||
* The [[Tingle Tuner]] has been replaced by the [[Tingle Bottle]]. The Tingle Bottle allows players to send Miiverse messages in bottles that will wash up on the shores of other players’ games. | |||
*Shaders and 1080p resolution. | *Shaders and 1080p resolution. | ||
*Off-TV play (on the Wii U GamePad). | *Off-TV play (on the Wii U GamePad). | ||
*Drag and Drop item screen. | *Drag and Drop item screen. | ||
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The Wind Waker HD
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October The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD is a remake of The Wind Waker for the Wii U. It was announced during a Nintendo Direct presentation on January 23rd, 2013, where Eiji Aonuma announced the game, saying that it will have updated HD graphics.[6] The game uses an HD update of the original game's graphics style, combining cel-shading with advanced effects and 1080p resolution. The title was confirmed to be The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD at E3 2013.[7] A special Wii U bundle was also announced featuring The Wind Waker HD. The bundle includes a black Wii U console, and a black Wii U GamePad with a gold Hylian crest. Additionally, there is a download code for a digital version of The Wind Waker HD, as well as a download code for a digital version of Hyrule Historia.
The Wind Waker HD releases digitally on September 20th, and physically on October 4th in the USA and Canada. It releases on October 4th in Europe, as well as September 26th in Japan.
Development
At E3 in 2011, Nintendo presented a Zelda HD demo to promote the Wii U's capabilities. This demo used the more realistic graphics from Twilight Princess, and was part of a series of experiments with updating previous games' graphics for the new HD console. As a result of these experiments, The Wind Waker stood out to the developers as a brand-new experience, and they decided to make it into a game.[6]
The Wind Waker HD is planned for release in October of 2013 as a treat for fans as they wait for Zelda Wii U, which is under development.[6]
There have been some changes made to the gameplay, such as the addition of the Swift Sail,[7] which will allow for faster sailing. Additionally, the Tingle Tuner has been replaced by the Tingle Bottle, which allows users to post messages on Miiverse, directly from the game.
Changes from the Original
- A Hero Mode has been added. In this mode, enemies do twice the damage, and no Recovery Hearts can be found. The only way to regenerate Link's health is by the use of Potions, Elixir Soup, etc.
- The Swift Sail has been added. This new item allows Link to sail faster than the with the normal sail, and it "always has wind in it"; meaning Link will not have to change wind directions. It can be obtained at the Auction House anytime after completing the first dungeon. This is an optional item.
- The quest for the Triforce Shards has been made less tedious. Link can acquire the first five pieces directly, with three remaining. These remaining three will need to be acquired in the traditional way of finding a Triforce Chart, having it deciphered, and following the chart to the Triforce piece.
- The Tingle Tuner has been replaced by the Tingle Bottle. The Tingle Bottle allows players to send Miiverse messages in bottles that will wash up on the shores of other players’ games.
- Shaders and 1080p resolution.
- Off-TV play (on the Wii U GamePad).
- Drag and Drop item screen.
