Finally, Zelda takes the helm as the main protagonist in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. After decades of being an NPC or relegated to spin-offs, Zelda now features as the hero in a mainline title. But does the game do her justice?
There is a reversal of roles in Echoes of Wisdom, as Zelda must now save Link and her kingdom from devastating rifts. From the outset, Zelda knows what she is capable of and is ready to fight – there is no hint of a damsel in distress. With the help of a fairy called Tri, she quickly gets to grips with her new skills. A Tri-Rod helps Zelda learn ‘Echoes’, essentially copying and pasting objects or creatures to help her through the adventure.