Defying Expectations and Innovation: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

On this melodic episode of the Popzara Podcast our own Cory Galliher and Sebastian Stoddard unite to talk about Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Switch, the direct sequel to 2017’s Breath of the Wild. Just days after its May 2023 release it’s already become one of the fastest-selling, highest-rated games of all-time – but was the hype justified?

Cory and Sebastian take listeners on a quest of both nostalgia and nuance, reliving their favorite Zelda moments as they explore Link’s latest, and possibly greatest, adventure yet. Listen as they discuss how the game’s trio of new gameplay additions (Ultrahand, Fuse, Ascend) continue the series’ penchant for constant innovation, graphics (tech) vs. visuals (art direction), the miracle of launching a AAA game in a near-perfect state these days, epic trailers, thirst-trap Gannon, and so much more.

It’s dangerous to go alone – and thankfully you won’t have to when you listen today. It’s not a secret to everyone anymore!