The world received sad news a few weeks ago as it was announced that ABC had cancelled Agent Carter after only 2 seasons. In reaction, fans of the show have started a petition in hopes that one of the streaming services like Netflix (which already has a very strong Marvel presence) or Hulu will pick it up. But why are fans remaining so loyal to Agent Carter?
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Man, what a potent mid-season episode that turned out to be. Following on the trend of last week's stellar episode geared toward progression and each story line finally moving forward, this built upon that as well as brought forth an abundance much needed explanations.
I must warn the following contains spoilers as well a slew of predictions based on the events that just occurred in last nights emotionally draining episode of GoT titled 'The Door'.
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When Felicity Smoak and Oliver Queen broke off their engagement this season on Arrow, the fan base was neatly divided. The original comic book fans were ecstatic about it - since Olicity betrayed the Black Canary plot from the comics - but the TV fans were big shippers of the couple and had their hearts thoroughly broken.
During the CW Upfronts, Stephen Amell talked about the finale with TV Line, and he may have hinted at the - not so surprising - power couple comeback in next week's episode. Last season finale gave us Oliver and Felicity driving off into the sunset - and a whole new life - together and, when asked if this season finale would be different from the last, a hesitant Stephen said "it's different, but in a lot of ways it looks the same".
It's clear, judging from the ending of last week's episode 'Lost in the Flood', that the finale will put not only Felicity in a Darhk moment, but also her mother and Curtis. Stephen points out though, that as much as that is the set up for the finale "that is actually not at all what the episode is about".
Damien Dhark has been giving the Green Arrow and his team hell this season, and with the death of his wife it seems things will escalate quite a bit. In the finale promo, Dhark is plotting to create havoc in the whole of Star City and he apparently chose the Smoak ladies as his entry dinner dish.
Because of the commotion in the streets of his city, the Green Arrow will have a rare opportunity to address his fellow citzens as Oliver Queen himself. In the season premiere, we had a chance to see Oliver speak to the people of Star City as he introduced the Green Arrow to them, but we've never see Oliver as the hero taking a stand. Yes, he was running for mayor, but somehow Stephen Amell feels this speech will be a whole new step for Oliver.
"We have a scene that is really unlike anything we've ever done on the show, certainly with me as Oliver and not just speaking to the team, but speaking to Star City. We do that a little bit in the premiere where I announce myself as the Green Arrow and there is a bit of a callback to that in the finale and then the next step of that evolution."
Whether we'll have Olicity getting back together or not, the team is back and it's stronger than ever. They'll have some Diggle issues to address, but we've been promised closure and some teasing for what's to come in Season 5.
Here's Stephen's complete interview:
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My dad took me into our town's comic book shop when I was 8 years old as a special treat. It was my birthday and he was going to let me choose three new books. I had never personally purchased a comic book from the store before. My entire collection- extensive as it was- was gifted to me by my brother's godmother and was severely lacking in the updated adventures of the Gotham girls.
Batman was my favorite superhero at the time because of his respect for his female adversaries and and allies, all of which had distinct and fascinating characterization as well as interesting backstories.
My mission on that day was to find a story where Supergirl paid a visit to Gotham City. Barbara Gordon's Batgirl was awesome, of course, but I always felt like Poison Ivy was taking it easy on her. It seemed like Ivy beat herself or Harley tripped her up by accident more often than Batgirl actually won fair and square. I was ready to see a different match-up.
My dad told the clerk that I was looking for female superheroes and he directed us to a section in the back of the store. The comics starring women filled a single shelf. But I wasn't thinking about that at the time. The only thing I could think when I saw that sad little shelf, as an 8 year old who just wanted a fair fight for her favorite villain, was a single word: "boobs".
Let me start off by acknowledging that this "PC culture" we're living in can at times be frustrating. It seems like somebody always has a problem with something, and their critiques are often so comically minute or specific that I find myself wondering why they even bothered putting in the effort required to complain. That being said, the hypersexualization of female characters is a real issue. With the presently extreme public interest in comic book films, it is time to update these drawings for a wider and more inclusive audience.
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For quite a long time, anime adaptation has been the butt of a collection of bad jokes that Hollywood has made over the last couple decades. Going all the way back to the early '90s anime adaptations have never really met expectations of fans; not by a long shot. In reality, the few Hollywood adaptations have created quite a large stigma of being unapproachable and undesired stories to develop for the big screen. You may be thinking, there haven't been that many anime adaptations, how could it be that bad, Matthew?
Well, here are a few Hollywood adaptations that didn't quite measure up:
The Guyver (1991)
Based on the 1985 manga Bio Booster Armor Guyver, and both the anime and film focus on a young man who discovers The Guyver Suit. This suit is actually an alien device that creates a biological super-suit that bonds with the young man to fight an evil alien monster. Panned by critics and viewers for its B-Movie feel and for veering from the much darker, original story.
Fist of the North Star (1995)
Based on the anime from the mid '80s is a hyper-violent story that follows a man, Kenshiro, who is wandering the wasteland after civilization is all but destroyed by a nuclear holocaust. Kenshiro utilizes an ancient martial art known as Hokuto Shinken (Fist of the North Star) which allows the user to use 100% of their human strength in a fight. The film strays so far from the original content that it's barely comparable outside of the fact that they have the same characters.
DragonBall: Evolution (2009)
Based on the seminal manga by the legendary Akira Toriyama as well as the anime inspired by the manga. For my generation, this is where we were introduced to anime and manga as entertainment. Dragonballfollows the main character, Goku, as he learns of his heritage and the mystical power of the 7 Dragon Balls that summon an ageless dragon, Shenron, that can grant any wish. It was with joy in our hearts that we waited for our beloved series to finally receive a mainstream Hollywood release. Our hopes were that it would retain the charm and heart that never ages in the anime series itself, considering that it's one of the main reasons we love the characters and the story; it's full of charm and heart. The film did not do anything like we expected, it tanked and soured Hollywood again on adapting animation.
Kite (2014)
Based on the anime of the same name from 1999, Kite is a story about a young schoolgirl, Sawa, who is orphaned in her early teens after her parents are the victim of a gory double murder. Sawa is an assassin who kills without exception as directed to do. Sawa meets another young assassin and goes on a deadly escapade in order to escape from the corrupt detectives who control them both. The film matches the violence of the anime and some of the characters, but that's about as far as it goes.
And that's just a few examples over the last 20 years, there are others and it begs the question:
Will Hollywood ever adequately adapt anime or manga?
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Yesterday, I wrote about why making Superman more flawed and worrying about his relatability is such an unwise and symbollically destructive move. (ICYMI, you can read it here.) But this unwavering attachment to his classic identity still doesn’t get us away from the apparent challenge writers, artists, and directors have been facing since around the 1970s:
What do we do with a character like this in today’s world?
I’ve mostly rejected this notion, because I’ve read and watched many stories rise to the challenge right properly (e.g. Superman: Red Son, Kingdom Come, Injustice: Gods Among Us, and Superman vs The Elite, just to name a few). But for the purposes of being constructive, let’s play out this premise: If we really wanted to place the classic Superman character in today’s modern world, how could we go about doing this in a way general audiences would find both engaging and entertaining? How could we pull a compelling franchise out of this? How do we get an awesome trilogy of full-length, live action features from a character who seemingly never needs to grow or adapt, without it getting boring? It’s a fair question (even for someone like me who can no longer hear the words “Superman” and “boring” in the same sentence without my eyes twitching out of instantaneous frustration).
So here’s what you do: You take the focus off of Superman and place it onto... wait for it...
Us.
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Many have begun season 6 of "Game of Thrones" already on a cliff-hanger, asking; what will happen to Jon Snow?! But what if you know nothing of the true importance of Jon Snow's resurrection? Whether Snow returns to the realm of the living, or not, could have massive repercussions far greater than may at first seem apparent. Whether he lives or dies could represent not only what writer George R.R. Marten's ultimate plans for the concluding storyline is, but also on his philosophy of whether man is destined to prosper, or doomed to extinction. Let's take a look at the evidence.
If the ultimate story of "Game of Thrones" was really about just getting a good, moral person on the thrown for a change, we kind of already got that in season one. Eddark Stark effectively took a seat on the iron thrown toward the end of season one. Unfortunately it was the very qualities that made Stark a worthy king, that led to his demise. George R.R. Martin clearly stated this in an interview. When talking about GoT he confirmed the influence Machiavellian philosophy has had on his work. This can be seen in the destiny of Stark. He was a good man. So when he found out about the illegitimacy of Cersei's bastard children, rather than go straight to the King with the news, Eddark gave Cersei the opportunity to leave the realm and save her children. However, whilst this decision was certainly a moral one, it was not a politically astute one. It gave Cersei time and opportunity to assassinate the King and arrest Stark instead, ultimately leading to his own death, and ironically the subsequent death of his wife and many of his children as well. This showed that ultimately the game of thrones is a selfish, short-sighted and evil game that simply kills-off any good men who try to play it, even if they have become the most powerful player in it.
In line with this ultra-realist take on the political game is the ever-impeding threat of the super-natural. At the start of our story, both 'White Walkers' and dragons had become nothing more than myth and fallacy. However, as we approach the latter stages of the tale, both these sources of super-natural phenomena have taken far greater precedence within story-lines. The White Walkers originate from the north, representing ice, and the dragons have originated in the south, and of course represent fire. Both are slowly heading in the direction of Westeros - the literal and symbolic centre of where the game of thrones is played.
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Disney have some of the most iconic characters of all time, with distinct and memorable looks that have stood the test of time. When it comes to bringing that look to life, however, that can become tricky. It can be a daunting task for any actor to take over an iconic role, let alone one that is first and foremost a cartoon to begin with. But Disney has taken to making more and more live-action remakes of their beloved classics and, in true Disney magic, some of Hollywood's most recognizable stars have transformed before our eyes into a classic adults will recognize and children will discover. Here is a look at some of those incredible casting choices, and why they work.
While much was changed about the story of Maleficent in 2014's movie on the backstory of one of the most evil villains of all time, Angelina Jolie was what made those changes work. You felt for her when she lost her wings, and by the end were rooting for her to win. She had a presence that was intimidating, but brought a softness to the character which was definitely a unique take. While many disagreed with the change to her character, as Maleficent IS supposed to be the "Mistress of All Evil" there is no denying that she brought that little something to the role that still made the changes bearable. Doing a side-by-side comparison of her most infamous scene, as well, you can tell she studied her role immensely.
There have been many retelling's of the story of Cinderella over the years, including two direct to DVD sequels that were made by Disney. However, this was the first foray that Disney made into doing a live-action Cinderella, and they made a lovely choice in actress Lily James. With a light voice and kind way about her, we watched as she put up with the torment of her stepmother and two stepsisters, always with a smile on her face, reminding us to have courage and be kind. Though there was some controversy over the size of her waist (I was drawn more by the happiness and the magic she brought to the role) she was selfless to the point of putting the kingdoms safety before her heart, and Lily played it in such a way that it was believable and not fake at all or overly dramatic.
Let's be honest, the "Prince" in the original Cinderella was boring. He has only a few lines and literally is shown yawning he has so little to do.
This prince was very active in the story, even meeting Cinderella before the ball. He immediately recognizes her at the ball, and they dance, spending time together and talking showing a real connection. He even shows a real involvement in finding Cinderella, going with his men across his town to search for her. It's a nice change from the original where he just stayed at the palace. He plays everything with such a charm that you can't help but fall in love with him. I guess that's why they call him Prince Charming.
Gone is the little girl in the original cartoon, replaced by an intelligent young woman who is quite sure that Underland is all a dream until she realizes that it is truly happening. Mia had a lot of room to make this role her own, and she did just that bringing a wide eyed sense of wonder to her journey through the perils of Wonderland, though it is actually named Underland, Alice had mispronounced it as a child. Working against green screen and actors who could all be a little over the top, she held her own and led audiences through a different and more a mystical version of Wonderland then we grew up with, much darker and more perilous then before. Mia showed the growth of the character throughout, however, and really made you believe that that little girl could have grown up to become this young woman. It should be interesting to see her return as the character in Through the Looking Glass.
Johnny Depp has always been known for playing out-of-the-box roles, so it came as no surprise when he was cast as the slightly offbeat Mad Hatter. Even though we are used to the older man with the big nose, seeing his outrageous hair and green eyes was both staggering and slightly intriguing. This take of the Hatter was just as eccentric, but he was also given a backstory that could break even the coldest of hearts, and that is where the brilliance that is Johnny Depp shined. Acting through a ton of makeup, he showed brilliant range and gave the Mad Hatter a self-awareness that was actually quite impressive. He should be fun to watch when the new movie comes out.
It is hard to step into a famous role and it be your first role ever on the big screen. It is even harder when you are only acting to your imagination. Neel Sethi did the near impossible task of acting on his own for the entirety of an hour and a half movie based on the classic tale of man cub Mowgli who was raised by wolves in the jungle. I honestly believed sometimes that there must be some animal around, because he reacted and acted amazingly throughout the film. He carries the entire weight of the production on his shoulders, though the movie does boast an all star voice cast including Bill Murray as Baloo and Scarlett Johansson as Kaa, and he does it with ease. His laughter and excitement are contagious, and you are rooting for him wherever he ends up at the end of his journey. This movie is definitely a new favorite, and this young man is going places.
Not much is known about this film thus far outside of the fact that Elliot is now a furry dragon, however, Bryce's character Grace seems to have replaced the original character, Nora, who was the one who took Pete in. As far as her being able to take on the role of the caregiver, and trying to make Pete realize that Elliott "isn't real", that is left to be seen. She definitely has the familiar look of Nora, however, and knowing a few of her roles before it should be interesting to see her take on this. She already has experience working with the CGI and imagining fantastical creatures that are there thanks to her work with Jurassic World, as well as having to take care of kids being brought on unexpectedly. It should be intriguing, watching her try to grow with the child, and come to terms with what is really happening.
For years fan casting and fan art have all agreed that Emma Watson would make the perfect live action Belle. It appears that Disney agreed, casting her in the famous role.
Knowing her knack for playing characters who like books, this seems like a no-brainer, but Emma herself also shares characteristics with the princess, with strong ideals and standing up for the things she believes in, she's never afraid to voice her opinion on something. It should be especially interesting to see her in this film, as she has confirmed that she will be singing in it.
While the movie doesn't have a release yet, they are still looking for a director after Sophia Coppola left the project, it does seem as though Chloe Grace will be perfect for the role. She has already starred in 6 remakes including Amityville Horror andDark Shadows, the second of which she played another hybrid of two beings, a werewolf. With her quirky personality, ability to do a lot of her own stunts (think of the underwater scenes!) and such an expressive face, she will be an amazing choice to give the mermaid a new voice.
Just this past week Emma Stone was officially announced to play the live-action version of Cruella de Vil in a movie about her origins. While there has already been a live-action version of 101 Dalmatians with Cruella played by Glenn Close, this movie will focus solely on the fashion mogul and about how she became the evil woman that we know today. Emma has always played kind of goofy or dominant girl type roles, either as Gwen Stacy in The Amazing Spider-Man or Olive in Easy A. This role would be a departure from what she normally does, but she has never failed to disappoint in her roles so it should be interesting to see her take on this. She is also an incredible singer, so who wouldn't love her doing a rendition of "Cruella de Vil" for the soundtrack?
The House of Mouse won't end their projects there, with even more live action movies lined up for the future. Some of those included are Mulan written by Elizabeth Martin and Lauren Hynek, which has a petition asking Disney not to whitewash the cast; Dumbo directed by Tim Burton; Pinocchio written by Peter Hedges; Sword in the Stone written by Brian Cogman; Winnie the Pooh written by Alex Perry and a new live action Peter Pan directed by David Lowery.
As for who could play some of the other famous roles in Disney's upcoming movies? Well, I have a few thoughts of my own.
Jamie has already taken on this infamous role on ABC's popular show, Once Upon a Time. Her time on the show, however, is never long enough, with a guest spot here and there. Her playing the role in the movie would be the perfect opportunity for her to shine, and show the many layers of this beloved character. She has already proved herself a capable warrior, having taught Merida how to fight as well and has shown a softness and kindness, especially to her friends such as Ruby. She has done an amazing job with the role so far, and I couldn't imagine anyone better continuing with the role.
While I know that in the original story Peter is supposed to be 12-13, given how big of a crush Wendy has on him and the leadership qualities he posses, it doesn't seem too much of a stretch to age him just a little as other productions of the story have done before. Peyton is a great choice, as an actor who has shown his versatility with his characters on the Disney channel. He has that young boyish charm about him, as well as adventurous, but can also be dark and angry as well. He has that trademark smirk that Pan always seems to carry, and I think it would be interesting to see his take on the role.
This would be an interesting departure for Sabrina, best known for her snarky role as Maya on Girl Meets World, which she co-stars on with Peyton Meyer. There have been episodes of the show, however, where she shows a real vulnerability and kindness that is very understated. She actually played the role of Wendy in a stage production of Peter Pan, and it would be interesting to see her take on the role again. She and Peyton have an incredible chemistry, and it would be nice to see it blossom and grow in one of the greatest almost love stories of all time. Sabrina would bring a nice toughness to Wendy, which I think could be nice as she can be kind of a push over, and I think we could use that in a modern Wendy.
It looks like there will be plenty of new yet familiar tales for young and old to enjoy together for a long time to come, and this Disney fanatic can't wait.
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This is why we can’t have nice things.
by Jonathan Sim: Magic on Creators.co
In Back to the Future, Marty plays Chuck Berry's "Johnny B. Goode" at the Enchantment Under the Sea dance in 1955. In Back to the Future Part II, Marty goes back to 1955 and watches the same scene all over again.
It's incredible to see how they add to the initial scene with a new timeline in the sequel. I wanted to explore just how well this matched up, and couldn't find anything online to do so. So, I've taken the two scenes from both movies and I've put them together side-by-side in a split-screen video so you can see what it looks like when the two scenes match up!
I made my video with YouTube and iMovie (I'm not familiar with iMovie, so it wasn't easy). It's amazing just how well Robert Zemeckis was able to match these two scenes up and truly create the sense of de ja vu!
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With the recent death of Dinah Laurel Lance at the hands of Damien Darhk it's an opportune time to remind ourselves of how the Arrow TV show treats the Women of Arrow, while also comparing it to the treatment that the Men of Arrow receive. By the end of this article I think you'll see that the fate of the Women of Arrow is directly correlated to if they have also slept with Oliver Queen. For it certainly seems like that sex with Oliver Queen will almost equate to a death sentence for DC Comics female characters.
Written by Creator BingeWorthy on Creators.co
We all know that 'Game of Thrones' is popular, but these insights about porn consumption confirm that the hit HBO Series is still must-see TV after five seasons. PornHub has been on point with their insightful commentary lately (see the Justin Bieber Birthday Tweet) and these Game of Thrones Insights posted to the PornHub 'Insights' blog are just as entertaining.
Apparently, during the 'Game of Thrones' season 6 premiere on Sunday, the Traffic on PornHub, one of the most visited sites in the U.S., was 4% lower than the average Sunday. Sounds unimpressive right? Well, a 4% drop in users on PornHub apparently equates to several million people since the website has over sixty million users daily. This dedicated viewership is even more impressive when you consider that the show is on HBO, so it can be watched whenever.
It gets better. After the conclusion of the episode, search traffic for 'Game of Thrones' related videos increased 370%, but the real question is what all these people were searching for.
Written by Creator Max Taylan on Creators.co
Warning: Satire ahead
While 2016 Presidential candidate Donald Trump may be known for his divisive rhetoric, he certainly wasn't rebuking any Doctor Who fans at a recent rally in Iowa.
"I know lots of Doctor Who fans - Whovians - that are just so sick of all these lies."
Trump was of course referring to a series of ongoing rumours within the Doctor Who community, regarding the discovery of around 80 missing episodes from the 1960s.
"We got Web, we got Enemy. But where's Marco? And I don't mean Rubio," he said, before pausing to let the audience to laugh.
"I've spoken to Phil Morris - what a great guy! But he was so shy about these episodes! I think what Doctor Who fans want more than anything is a straight answer - and that's what I'm going to promise you if I'm elected."
Many fans speculate that the episodes still exist in countries where a formal exchange would be complicated. Sierra Leone is one of these places; in fact, it was here that the 2013 discovery of 9 episodes was made.
"Here's what I propose we do," said Trump when asked about his solution to this global crisis. "Africa is a hotspot for these episodes, so I'm willing to send in some of our bravest men and women in the Marines to locate and obtain those episodes - and then get them the hell back to the UK where they belong."
"Syria is another hotspot. With all the fighting going on over there, I've heard reports that missing episodes are being left scattered on the streets. Power of the Daleks could literally be sitting in some guy's back garden!"
Currently it's uncertain how much this new electoral promise has swayed the votership. However this is not an unusual move for Trump, as he has been asked to respond to this for many months. Needless to say, if Trump manages to get the majority on his side and win the election, Doctor Who fans might get an early Christmas present.
Written by Creator Jacob Hutson on Creators.co
The Legend of Zelda series has long been a popular brand to many people. Since its arrival in 1986, the Zelda series has had a unique design on every console. As technology has progressed, it has led to more and more vibrant fantasy worlds.
With the new Zelda Wii U due out later in 2016, let's look back to see how the franchise's visual style has evolved over the years.
The early look of Link and Hyrule were limited by technology in Legend of Zelda, but it still looks amazing for its time. While shorted than the titles that followed, it was a rather lengthy game compared to other games on the NES. And once you defeated the game once, every dungeon changed locations, allowing for another adventure.
The game itself is only a 16-pixel square grid and a limited color palette, but Shigeru Miyamoto and his team were able to create Hyrule and the very recognizable Link. It gave Link all of his qualities that he is seen with today. The overhead perspective granted a more open world than a side-scrolling adventure and the game was a huge success.
Zelda II: The Adventure of Link was quite different, despite being released less than a year after the original. Top-down perspective was only present when traveling from town-to-town, but a side-scrolling screen was for action sequences. Many were unsure about this direction. Miyamoto had little involvement and was supposedly displeased with it as well.
Despite the mixed reviews, it did allow the perspective to enhance Link's appearance and give him the more pointy ears, tunic, and hat.
The Zelda series would abandon the side-scrolling gameplay after this title. It was a lesser game in the series as a whole, as it lacked the unique elements from the original. However, four years later, Miyamoto would unveil one of the best games in the Zelda series.
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past was released in 1991 and it was glorious. The SNES was Nintendo's new console that utilized 16-bit graphics and Miyamoto took full advantage of it. The last two Zelda games had graphics merely for function, the new capabilities allowed designers to introduce atmosphere and emotion into the environment.
Link was invested with a personality and drama could be accomplished with the new graphics. Energy and style warped around every element, from the items and monster, to the Dark World and Hyrule. The handheld version would adopt the same design as the console versions, although from a top-down perspective.
While the graphics for the Game Boy and the SNES were impressive for their time, the next Zelda title would be one of the greatest games of all time for many.
Miyamoto and his designers pushed the capabilities of the new Nintendo 64 in 1998 with the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. They were able to produce a full 3D open world to have a life of its own. Link is seen as a child and a teenager, and he was given more personality and design.
The characters also began to become more anime-like and drift toward a Western fantasy style. Ocarina of Time became a classic for its innovative graphics, design, and new features and systems.
Probably the darkest game in Zelda history, Majora's Mask was released in 2000 on a more refined version of the Ocarina engine. The style was darker than previous games and the story was far bleaker. It is a fan-favorite for many because of the story, although the graphics were more-or-less the same.
The next look at Zelda was at Space World 2000, when the Nintendo showed a semi-realistic version of Link and Ganon fighting. It was dark, gritty, and looked to be a progression from Ocarina of Time. Many began to speculate if this was how Zeldawould look on the new Gamecube.
In 2001, Nintendo seemingly blindsided fans. After showing such a realistic demo, the product they unveiled was a cartoon. Legend of Zelda: The Wind Wakerintroduced a cel-shaded visual style that looked like a cartoon. Many believed it would be marketed to kids, with fun colors and cartoon style. However, it was simply a new and creative way to show off Link and Hyrule. Upon its release, it has great reviews. The gameplay was as good as ever and the graphics actually suited the game very well. Eventually handheld games would adopt this gaming style, such as Minish Cap and Phantom Hourglass.
In 2006, Twilight Princess was released on the Wii and Gamecube. It looked more similar to the Space World 2000 demo, with a older Link and darker tone. Although, the engine used to create Twilight Princess was identical to Wind Waker's. The new look was a way to market it more to Western audiences in the US. Obviously, it worked, as Twilight Princess is often rated just as highly as Ocarina of Time and arguably one of the best games of all time.
The new look was darker, but still maintained traditional Zelda looks. The game was praised for making a huge open world with rich detail and textured environments on a relatively graphically limited console.
Wind Waker and Twilight Princess were both successes, and Skyward Sword mixed the graphics of both. A teenage Link remains, but the overall tone is less gritty and the title had brighter colors. The result was a game that was less detailed, but more colorful and luminous. Skyward Sword combined all past games: the colors of A Link to the Past, the characterization of Ocarina of Time, Wind Waker's fun and adventure, and the drama from Twilight Princess.While we have only been given small looks at Zelda Wii U, it seems to be adopting the same style as Skyward Sword. While not gritty, it does appear darker than Skyward Sword.
The colors remain vibrant, like Wind Waker. The textures seem to see the most improvement, so the expectation is to have a greater detail.There was a short visual history of The Legend of Zelda. The series has always been intriguing and beautiful. The greater the technology, the better the series looks. Hopefully by the end of the year we will see the full scale of Zelda Wii U and enjoy what it brings.The Legend of Zelda series has long been a popular brand to many people. Since its arrival in 1986, the Zelda series has had a unique design on every console. As technology has progressed, it has led to more and more vibrant fantasy worlds.
With the new Zelda Wii U due out later in 2016, let's look back to see how the franchise's visual style has evolved over the years.
SPOILERS for the first five seasons, including the season 5 finale
Written by Creator Brian Frydenborg on Creators.co
Varys: You have many admirable qualities- self-pity is not one of them. Any fool with a bit of luck can find himself born into power, but earning it for yourself? That takes work.
Tyrion Lannister: I'm not well-suited for work -
Varys: I think you are. You have your father's instincts for politics- and you have compassion.
Tyrion Lannister: Compassion? Yes. I killed my lover with my bare hands, I shot my own father with a crossbow!
Varys: I never said you were perfect.
Game of Thrones, the award-winning hit HBO series that keeps setting new internet piracy records, is an incredibly unique show for many reasons. And though it has dragons and magic and frozen zombies, one of the reasons it is so unique is that is dares to tell us harsh, uncomfortable lessons about the very real world in which we live. Below, ten of the most important and salient will be discussed.
