The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD

Skyward Sword is the only Zelda game built this heavily on motion controls and linear progression, but neither of these things are bad. The linear progression allows for some great level design and fantastic dungeons. The motion controls being the front and center of the gameplay makes for a very unique and fun experience.

This game also has the best story in the series and a fantastic fully orchestrated soundtrack. The art style is also great. The characters are some of the goofiest and most fun in any Zelda game, namely Groose and Ghirahim. The side content is also really good.

The final showdown is one of the best in any videogame.

This is such a good game. GREAT for Zelda fans. (Not as good as both) but still amazingly AMAZING.

This game is amazing in every way. The graphics are absolutely beautiful and the story is epic. The music is wonderful as well. I love the side quests for this game because they make it more nuanced. This game is best Zelda game I've played and the most difficult to beat. Ocarina of Time is amazing and challenging but no match for this game. I love riding on the Loftwing which is a giant red bird. I love that this is the first in the Zelda legend. There is so much to see and do in this game. So much fun to play and so satisfying to beat. The adventure of a lifetime awaits players of this brilliant game.

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is a flawed, but amazing game.

While initially held back by the technical limitations of the Wii, This game on the Wii was a flower in a field of grass. A Heartfelt story about growth, change, love, and pain. The game has the player visit three surface locations, with comprehensive and challenging, but fun, puzzles and dungeons. Difficult enemies, clever solutions, and great cutscenes. The side quests involve comedic characters, valuable loot, and fun quests.

The original games motion controls were very finnicky and difficult to use, and The companion character (fi) was very annoying

The HD Switch Port of this game fixes almost all of the original issues with this game, optional button controls, reduced Fi appearances, and Glitch fixes.

While there are a few annoying, and tedious features in this game, I had a lot of fun playing it, and I'm sure (Zelda fan or not) you will too.

More snappy pacing, crisp resolution, and improved controls, Skyward Sword is calling your name.

People who aren't fond of motion controls may find smoother play with the analog controls, which I also found well-executed, and the ability to move the camera.

Unlike the original, you can also skip cutscenes right from the get-go as opposed to unlocking them in Hero Mode.

Other than that, everything we've come to know - and hopefully love - about the game is here.

If you didn't care for the story, characters, and world-building in the original, this isn't going to change your mind. I would still encourage one replay, however - if you can find a copy for cheap. These prices are no joke.