Zelda Fan’s Love for Gaming Rekindled Thanks to Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda franchise has been a beloved part of the gaming world since the original game’s release in 1986. With the release of Tears of the Kingdom, fans are eagerly anticipating the latest addition to this iconic series. While the excitement of a new game in the series is palpable, it has also led fans to reminisce about their journey with the franchise. 

For one fan, however, the release of Tears of the Kingdom has a much deeper significance. This fan, who had lost their passion for gaming, found their love for the Legend of Zelda series reignited with the release of Breath of the Wild six years ago.

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Tears of the Kingdom Brings Back the Passion for Gaming for Zelda Enthusiast

After a string of underwhelming games in the series, this fan had lost their passion for gaming and the Legend of Zelda. But all that changed with the release of Breath of the Wild. The vast and immersive rendition of Hyrule, filled with endless possibilities for adventure, drew them back in and reminded them of why they fell in love with gaming in the first place.

As the fan looks back on their journey with Breath of the Wild, emotion washes over them. They feel overwhelmed as they remember how the game was instrumental in their fight against depression and how it reignited their love for gaming. They are grateful to the game for saving their life. It reminded them of the joy they felt as a child when they first delved into the world of A Link to the Past and completed Ocarina of Time.

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This heartwarming story is a testament to the power of gaming and its impact on people’s lives. As Tears of the Kingdom reignites the passion of Zelda fans worldwide, it’s clear that the franchise has a special place in the hearts of many. Its legacy will continue to inspire and bring joy to future generations of gamers.

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Cande Maldonado

Though Cande started her journey in the video game industry as a localization specialist six years ago, she soon realized that her true calling was to annoy NPCS, smash virtual pottery, and complete every side quest available in RPGs. Throwing that useless degree out of the window, she has been writing professionally for the past three years ever since. Her passion for games dates to 2006, when she mounted a Chocobo for the first time. Under Nintendo and Square Enix's chokehold, she will willingly pour hours upon hours into reaching 100% completion in the longest roleplaying games ever made. But hey, who needs fresh air and sunlight when you can just live in Ivalice?

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