Chatsquatch

You remember Windwaker right? Not a bad game, but it was difficult to get into the graphics. Still, I’m game for Zelda anytime. After seeing the announcements for Phantom Hourglass, I wondered how the cel-shading would look on the DS…

I have to say, it looks good. On the big TV, cel shading can appear low-tech or “kiddish”, but they fit the DS’s portable lcds very well. The “point and click” stylus interface could open some interesting design space. As far as dungeon crawling and weapon use go…

YES! Now THAT is a Magic Boomerang! Hopefully, each different tool will have its own, unique use with the stylus. Gamespot has a good hands-on article talking about how easy the controls were to get used to, so expect to get plenty of stylus practice in. Slated for October 2007, the DS will finally be crowned with its own Zelda title.