Zelda game, which platform is best?

I don't know anything at all about consoles, so if I were to buy this Zelda game, should I get a switch or take a wee wee (Wii2)? I love open-world games, so I will only play this one game, but I want it to look the best it can.

My understanding is that emulators aren't up to snuff yet. Do any of these connect to a monitor instead of a TV? I hope to unplug one of my monitors and connect it to this device. I don't own a TV set.

Originally Posted by crpgnut
so I will only play this one game

Imo, it's stupid to spend $350+tax to play 1 game. Just wait until you can play it via emulation. It's not that far away.

Originally Posted by crpgnut
I don't know anything at all about consoles, so if I were to buy this Zelda game, should I get a switch or take a wee wee (Wii2)? I love open-world games, so I will only play this one game, but I want it to look the best it can.

My understanding is that emulators aren't up to snuff yet. Do any of these connect to a monitor instead of a TV? I hope to unplug one of my monitors and connect it to this device. I don't own a TV set.

Emulators are fine now with the occasional crashes. It seems you just need a good CPU to run it I heard as the GPU is irrelevant to the emulator.

The Switch can connect to a monitor but you need one with sound with an hdmi slot. IF you manage to get your hands on the switch you should be able to sell it at a fair price if you dont want to keep it because it is a hot item at the moment because of the new Mario Kart game that has cause the console to sell within hours of shipments.

Side note: It shouldnt happen to your switch because it is a newer one, but if it bends because you let the dock over heat or something, send it back to Nintendo first, they will replace your switch and you should be able to get a higher price for that.

Another Note: You should watch a review or read one from a site that you respect and agree with most of the time. The thing is that the open world is set up is that you are given this small tutorial for about a few hours and then you are literally left to you own devices and the story is given to you provided you look for it by finding locations and discoverign memories.

Most people who like open world seem to love it, however you many not.

Originally Posted by JDR13
Imo, it's stupid to spend $350+tax to play 1 game. Just wait until you can play it via emulation. It's not that far away.

"I" will only play one game. I have a hunch the wife will love it though I also have nieces and nephews, so it'll go to someone. Why not spend about a day's pay to play a game that'll probably keep me entertained for a month?

Originally Posted by crpgnut
I will only play one game. I have a hunch the wife will love it though I also have nieces and nephews, so it'll go to someone. Why not spend less than a day's pay to play a game that'll probably keep me entertained for a month?

It's up to you, but I don't see Zelda keeping you entertained for a month. Based on what you say your favorite games are, Zelda's style doesn't seem like your cup of tea.

Originally Posted by crpgnut
"I" will only play one game. I have a hunch the wife will love it though I also have nieces and nephews, so it'll go to someone. Why not spend about a day's pay to play a game that'll probably keep me entertained for a month?

Whoa, can I switch income with you for a couple of months? And good point, cost is always relative to what you can actually afford.

Just go and play Skyrim again. You'll love it.

Originally Posted by BoboTheMighty
Just go and play Skyrim again. You'll love it.

Yeah, I'll be getting Skyrim for the Switch. There is something about still being able to play a game when a loved one wants to use the TV.

Originally Posted by crpgnut
so I will only play this one game,

Why not, bought first wii for a zelda, never finished it but never really played any other game. Later (much later) I gave it.

Originally Posted by tomasp3n
Whoa, can I switch income with you for a couple of months? And good point, cost is always relative to what you can actually afford.

Lol, I'm old tomasp3n They pay you more when they think you're on death's door!

Originally Posted by JDR13
It's up to you, but I don't see Zelda keeping you entertained for a month. Based on what you say your favorite games are, Zelda's style doesn't seem like your cup of tea.

Hmmm, now you're talking my lingo. Why not? You know my tastes pretty well. It's single player, so that's good. Lots of loot and stuffs to find, so that's also up my alley. I dislike cartoon-like graphics, so that was a negative. What do you think, JDR? Skyrim is my fave ever, but I admit mods has something to do with that.

Originally Posted by crpgnut
Hmmm, now you're talking my lingo. Why not? You know my tastes pretty well. It's single player, so that's good. Lots of loot and stuffs to find, so that's also up my alley. I dislike cartoon-like graphics, so that was a negative. What do you think, JDR? Skyrim is my fave ever, but I admit mods has something to do with that.

Well, based on my time with it - it's a very, very different experience from Skyrim.

I would describe it more like a really neat toy than a truly immersive gaming experience - but then again, I'm not really into the whole Zelda thing.

That said, I found it interesting enough to keep playing a while. I'm waiting until the emulation is perfect - but several people have already completed it using CEMU.

It's very playable, but it crashes every now and again, and I hate crashes. I expect it will be a few months until they sort them out.

I got close to buying a Switch for this game, too - but now I'm really glad I didn't. It's not worth an entire console unless you're really into this sort of game.

The smart way would be to try one of the other Zelda games. Either Ocarina of Time or one of the newer ones. That should give you some idea of what to expect.

Originally Posted by NewDArt

The smart way would be to try one of the other Zelda games. Either Ocarina of Time or one of the newer ones. That should give you some idea of what to expect.

It's that really true though? I've a brother who bought a new console mainly for the new Zelda game, and he freaking loves it although he didn't care much for the older ones. I watched him play for half an hour or so and even though it's not quite my genre I have to say I'm considering stealing his console to play it…

Originally Posted by tomasp3n
It's that really true though? I've a brother who bought a new console mainly for the new Zelda game, and he freaking loves it although he didn't care much for the older ones. I watched him play for half an hour or so and even though it's not quite my genre I have to say I'm considering stealing his console to play it…

I plussed his post, but this Zelda is unlike other Zelda games except for the original. I know many Zelda fans who hate the new Zelda and many newcomers that like it.

Originally Posted by Damian
I plussed his post, but this Zelda is unlike other Zelda games except for the original. I know many Zelda fans who hate the new Zelda and many newcomers that like it.

Yeah, the original is of course the exception. Everyone old enough likes that one. I actually enjoyed Zelda 2 and 3 also, but got bored with Ocarina of Time pretty quickly and haven't tried any others since then.

I loved the original Zelda but haven't owned a console since the original NES and Playstation. If the emulator is that close to being fine for Zelda though, I may give that a shot first. That way, I can test to see if the game is a fit for me.

Originally Posted by crpgnut
I loved the original Zelda but haven't owned a console since the original NES and Playstation. If the emulator is that close to being fine for Zelda though, I may give that a shot first. That way, I can test to see if the game is a fit for me.

Sounds like a plan. Be sure to report the results of your research.

Originally Posted by tomasp3n
It's that really true though? I've a brother who bought a new console mainly for the new Zelda game, and he freaking loves it although he didn't care much for the older ones. I watched him play for half an hour or so and even though it's not quite my genre I have to say I'm considering stealing his console to play it…

It's true in terms of getting into the spirit of a Zelda game, I'd say - but they're all quite different from my limited experience.

I was talking mostly about the ambience and atmosphere - as well as the overall art style.

Originally Posted by NewDArt
It's true in terms of getting into the spirit of a Zelda game, I'd say - but they're all quite different from my limited experience.

I was talking mostly about the ambience and atmosphere - as well as the overall art style.

I disagree with them being all different. From Ocarina of Time to Skywards sword they were all pretty similar.