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Zelda almighty

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 6
Date: July 20, 2003
Author: Amazon User

It is surprising how every new Zelda game is fresh and distinct in its own ways, yet still maintains the Zelda charm. Oracle of Ages does just that. It takes the tried and true system of Link's Awakening and adds new gameplay, weapons, abilities, and increasingly clever (and often times difficult) puzzles. Come to think of it, this is probably the best Zelda on Game Boy. It's a little easier than Oracle of Seasons, which is good, and it has much more zest to it than Link's Awakening did. Of course, it has its problems AS A GAME BOY GAME, but the Zelda Game Boy series seems almost entirely separate from other consoles. And in that sense, Oracle of Ages is a must have. Ideal for those long, weary vacations.

Well worth the money to buy it

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 8 / 11
Date: June 07, 2001
Author: Amazon User

If you ever played Legend of Zelda: Links Awakening, you'll remember alot of the items in this game. Pleanty of puzzle solving, problem solving and fun make this game worth getting. It stands on it's own a great game BUT if you get the Orical of Seasons it becomes better because with both games you can have a wider variety of weapons, items and characters. When you beat this game you'll get a code that you enter into the "Seasons" game and you can pick up where you left off and try to complete that game as well. You can play Seasons or Ages first, the order doesn't matter. One thing to keep in mind, because the game depends on colors (red,blue money and ore) you can only play it on the Gameboy Color system. Graphics and sound are good and effort put into the game is great.

Simply the Best Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 9
Date: June 05, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Zelda Oracle of Ages is the greatest game I have ever played I also think the story line went very well. This is kind of how the game goes, at first you see Impa Zelda's nurse and you find Nayru signing at that moment Veran comes and takes Nayru the Oracle of Ages back into time and creates a new age with Nayru's powers called "The Age of Darkness" So, later in the game you find the Harp of Ages in Nayru's house. By getting the harp you are able to travel through time as you wish. So the plot is this-you must travel through times collecting essences to give the Maku Tree back her knowledge so you can find and Rescue Nayru with the Muku Tree's help. This game overall I think it is one of the most highly graphical games for Game Boy Color, and for all of you that are saying "Amen to that!" that's not quite it there is alot more color in this game than any other color game. Also I think Oracle of Seasons is probably just as great!!

3 1/2 stars really

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 6 / 7
Date: June 16, 2003
Author: Amazon User

the good:

- you have to think. Usually the puzzle is mind-boggling, but when you actually figure it out, you say "oooooh, why didn't I think of that before?!"

- Travelling back and forth between times was a good idea, and Nintendo had the sense to put portals within reasonable distance from all points. This gets even easier as you learn different songs later in the game.

- The dungeons are challenging without making you want to rip your hair out.

The So-So:

- The animal companion. It doesn't do much that I can see, but I've only had one (Dimitri, the sea dragon/fish thing.)I've used him twice, and yeah, he's cute, but you don't get much mileage out of him. On the plus, they actually have some firepower, and don't just roll over and die with one hit.

- The graphics. Now, I'm rating this against other handhelds' graphics, not the PS2. They're pretty, but just ok, when I know Nintendo has to capabilities to make beautiful graphics.

The Bad:

- most of the bosses are easy once you figure out the trick (which is also usually easy). Sometimes it takes as few as 6 hits to bring one down, and the minibosses are even worse. This doesn't mean you won't get killed, it just means you'll be more frustrated when you do beat them.

- the idea of 4-8 aspects of nature (fire, water, ice, thunder, wind, earth, darkness, and holy, usually) is REALLY OLD, as are "themed" worlds (a town covered in fire, for example, and an underwater city.)

Good, but not spectacular. Oracle of Ages is a solid addition, but nothing new.

Ages and Seasons-Must Buy!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 8
Date: August 07, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons are hands-down the best Zelda games to hit the shelves in a long time. Both Ages and Seasons continue in the Zelda tradition-tons of items, mind-racking mazes, fun puzzles, and hard bosses.

For beginners, I recommend starting with Oracle of Seasons. Seasons has more action compared to Ages, which is a more puzzle and maze game, but definately buy both. Nintendo and Capcom broke the mold with these truly awesome games.

Legend of Zelda:Oracle of Ages.......

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 8
Date: February 06, 2004
Author: Amazon User

One thing I absolutely despise about alot of Gameboy games, anymore, is how you have to buy them in twos just to be able to finish them. Such is the case with Legend of Zelda:Oracle of Ages & Oracle Seasons. Originally planned as a trilogy, this two-part adventure is exceptionally good which is why I highly recommend that you add them to your collection.
It all begins in Oracle of Ages. Veran(The Sorceress of Shadows) kidnaps Nayru(The Oracle of Ages). Because Link feels directly responsible for her kidnapping(as you find out while playing the game), he sets out to find her and save her. With the Harp of Ages, he travels between the past and present meeting familiar faces (some of which you'll recognize from Ocarina of Time)in his effort to make things right. That's when the storyline deepens and the fun truly begins. Rest assured, though, he's not alone in this one. Along the way, he enlists the help of Moosh, Dimitri, and Ricky.
Out of two games, in my opinion- this is the harder game of the two...but the most rewarding. I think Capcom did an outstanding job with their first effort in the Zelda series and I hope Nintendo continue to let them develop future installments for the Gameboy and the Gameboy Advance.
Again, I highly recommend you add these games to your collection. They're awesome.

Best game for GBC

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 9
Date: May 29, 2001
Author: Amazon User

This is by far the best game for GBC. Oracle of Ages and Seasons have a great story that keeps you playing. If you played the Zelda games for 64 you'll love this. All the races in the game are here. Gorons, Zora, and a couple new ones. This game is fun to play. I found myself playing alot. Whether its exploring the map or doing a dungeon. Plus the password you get at the end of the games lets you continue on to seasons. There you can get new Items. There are so many new things in this game I can't tell you them all or I would ruin it for you. I highly recommend getting this. You can even play it on the Game Boy Advance when it comes out.

Another Zelda Game, and it Delivers

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 5
Date: June 28, 2001
Author: Amazon User

When we associate great with video games we thinks games such as Final Fantasy, Mario, Resident Evil, and yes the Legend of Zelda series. Every game in the series has lived up to the hype surrounding it. When these Oracle games were announced I asked myself, why GBC? Now after playing Oracle of Ages, the GBC seemed perfect for the game. The graphics look better then the first wave of GBC games. The music from Oracle of Ages is completely new when compared to it's brother, Oracle of Seasons(which uses rehashed music).

The gameplay is the golden spot of the game. Oracle of Ages focuses on puzzles which might keep you frustrated for hours. You might have to take a chance and look at a guide to get through this. The great thing is the password system between ages and Season. This is why the games were made. So you could intergate the two games to enjoy it to the max.

Overall, you must buy Oracle of Ages. And if you have enough cash, buy seasons too. You will have the best time with both games. If you have a GBA you can find a secret shop to buy rings so there is a plus if you own a GBA. LAST LINE: MUST BUY!

The series just get better with every new game!!!!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 4 / 5
Date: January 17, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I like Ages because it has lots of puzzles. I love puzzles better than fighting, so I chose this game as a favorite beacuse the storyline is really clear and has great sounds and graphics. I'm not saying Seasons is bad, though. The best part in when you link up, because you really get more out of your games. I would recommend Ages to anyone that loves puzzles.

Zelda Rox!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: July 02, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I recommend people this game if you like adventure! Cool items! long lasting fun! Complicated bosses (which some are complicated)! Awesome weapons!wierd minnions! and funky music!!! I have been playing this game for a month and i already got a wooden sword, boomarang and all these other things. But you have to get the Zelda: seasons in order to complete the game, and you need the zelda guide. So i think you should get this game or you're loser not to get it!!!!!

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