The Zelda fandom is a buzzing beehive filled with passionate fans who aren’t shy to express their feelings. Recently, the hive was stirred by ‘speed_demon92′, who inquired about fans’ feelings towards the inclusion of voice acting in potential future Zelda game remakes. This question is tied to the big changes we’ve seen in the gaming industry with modern technology allowing for more detailed sound design, including voice acting, set to the magnificent backdrop of the impending Switch 2 and Zelda’s 40th anniversary.
Summary
- Speed_demon92’s question sparked a spirited debate among fans about the role of voice acting in potential Zelda game remakes.
- While the community seems divided, the naysayers seem to have a slight edge.
- Older fans seem to hold a sentimental attachment to the original voiceless versions.
- The real question appears to be about maintaining consistency and authenticity in the Zelda franchise.
Yes to the Echoes of the Past, or No?
Reactions to the concept of voice acting in future Zelda remakes might be as varied as the colors in Tingle’s flamboyant outfits. The comments revealed a healthy mix of both ends of the opinion spectrum. Cocostar319 mused that the inclusion of voice acting could be dependent on the specific game, suggesting that games like Twilight Princess might be more compatible with voice acting, while others like Wind Waker may not.
The Keepers of the Silence
Other Zelda fans, such as DjinnFighter, succinctly replied with a firm ‘No.’ A more detailed reply by rpgguy_1o1 reflected the sentiment of purists who believe that adding voices to a mere remaster would feel “out of place”. Furthermore, Labyrinthine777 prefers the originals over remakes and does not want any future remakes at all. Ampers0und shared the same sentiment expressing his dislike for remakes.
Mixed Voices
Alongside the absolute nos, some gamers presented a more nuanced opinion. AmateurOpinionHaver shared a ‘half-and-half’ perspective suggesting that if Nintendo were to hire voice actors, they should go all the way, fully realizing the characters, instead of taking the mixed approach they adopted in Breath of the Wild and Trials of the Sword, where only certain lines were voiced.
After parsing through the flurry of comments and witty ripostes, one thing is clear – the Zelda fandom is as diverse as the game’s universe itself, each having their distinct sense of what makes the franchise special to them. While the discussion on voice acting in potential future remakes will likely continue, what remains certain is fans’ passionate love for the Zelda universe, whether it chatters, whispers, or remains stoically silent.
