Infoplay #1: Zelda 2 Redux (NES mod) full game session 🧝🧚🧙
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Welcome to my first-ever "Infoplay" format video! In this new and exciting presentation style, I combine gameplay with informative and engaging insights, enhancing your viewing experience like never before. Today, I'm thrilled to share the culmination of our journey through Zelda 2 Redux, a beautifully enhanced modification of Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link. This mod brings a plethora of updates and features that make the experience even more enjoyable.
In Zelda 2 Redux, you'll notice the life meter HUD now showcases hearts instead of bars, giving a familiar Zelda touch. The overall HUD has been reworked to align better with other Zelda titles, making it more visually appealing and streamlined. The addition of 1/4 heart gauge by IcePenguin offers a more precise health indication, eliminating the old ambiguous sliding bar.
The title screen has undergone a transformation too, featuring the iconic sword from the original US boxart and a revamped scrolling text that aligns with the canonical story of Zelda II. Saving your progress is now easier than ever with the new Copy/Erase Save Feature and the Manual Save Feature, where you can save your game by pausing and pressing Up+A, just like in later franchise releases.
For those who love customization, Link now sports a Blue and Red tunic depending on your defense level after using the Shield spell. Plus, text boxes have been expanded to print six lines, making room for more detailed dialogue, and the entire script has been rewritten for a proper translation from the Japanese text.
Gameplay has also been significantly improved. Enemies no longer steal experience, and the Bubble enemies have had their HP reduced, making them less tedious to defeat. The Fairy Spell transformation can now be canceled at any time, adding flexibility to your strategy. Magic consumption has been reduced, and the spell menu has been reworked for a smoother experience.
The overworld tile animation has been enhanced, including water and grass animations, along with custom tiles for lava. The game even features the restored FDS Battle Theme for a touch of nostalgia. Moreover, the Great Palace now offers branching paths, allowing for more exploration freedom without dead ends.
All these updates and more make Zelda 2 Redux a must-play for fans of the original game. If you've enjoyed this journey, don't forget to Like the video and subscribe for more awesome content. Thank you for watching!
Credits: Special thanks to ShadowOne333, the creator of this mod. Check out his YouTube channel @ShadowOne333 and his GitHub ShadowOne333 for more amazing projects.
Version Played: 3.0
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