Nintendo reveals Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom almost had a different name
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Name Change Insights
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom almost had a different name. Eiji Aonuma, a famous Nintendo developer, revealed this interesting tidbit.
Initially, the game was considered to be called "Tears of the Dragon." However, the team decided against it. They thought it might give away too much about the story.
Why the Change?
Nintendo feared that "Tears of the Dragon" would draw too much attention to the Light Dragon. This dragon, flying over Hyrule, is actually Princess Zelda.
"Giving such a big hint about the Light Dragon being Zelda would have been problematic," Aonuma said. "Choosing that title would have negatively impacted players."
Final Decision
The team wanted to use dragon motifs in the logo. But they decided it would focus too much on the Light Dragon. They were also running out of development time.
The name "Tears of the Kingdom" still makes sense. Players search Hyrule for sacred tears, which reveal hidden memories. These memories eventually reveal the dragon's true identity.
Success and Future
Tears of the Kingdom was a huge hit in 2023. It sold 10 million copies in just three days. Though it didn't win Game of the Year, it left a mark on gaming history.
Over a year has passed since its release. Fans are excited to return to Hyrule. In the upcoming Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Zelda will be accompanied by a fairy named Tri. Together, they will need to use their ingenuity and wisdom to save Link and the kingdom.
- Game Title: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
- Developer: Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development
- Release Date: May 12, 2023
- Platform: Nintendo Switch
- Upcoming Game: Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (Release Date: September 26)
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