The Pow Block is an all-new, Nintendo-themed show! In the very first episode, hosts Corey Dirrig and Joey Pease dive into why The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess is Corey’s favorite Zelda game. Tune in to hear their thoughts and join the conversation!
Why is Twilight Princess my favorite Zelda game?
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess is as my favorite Zelda game for many reasons, despite its imperfections. Sure, the game starts with a lengthy two-hour tutorial, and the wolf mechanics could be better, but the overall experience more than makes up for it.
What sets Twilight Princess apart is its darker tone and emotional storytelling. It captures a mood similar to Majora’s Mask, which is my second favorite Zelda, but takes it in a more grounded direction. The characters are a big part of why this game resonates with me. Midna, for instance, is easily the best companion in the series. She’s clever, mysterious, and genuinely enjoyable to interact with, unlike companions like Navi or Fi. The supporting cast adds even more personality, from the quirky villagers to the kids you help and even the strange bartender who assists you later.
The game’s dungeons are some of the best in the series, blending clever design with memorable challenges. They don’t rely solely on the new item you find inside, which is refreshing. In the water temple, for example, you don’t even get the hookshot—the dungeon’s key item—until halfway through. Before that, you need to use your bow and manipulate the water levels to solve puzzles. This kind of thoughtful design keeps you engaged the entire time.
But what really makes Twilight Princess my favorite is the emotional weight of its story. The ending delivers a poignant moment that has stuck with me long after I completed the game for the first time. There’s a sense of loss and bittersweet resolution that I’ve rarely felt in other Zelda games. While Ocarina of Time and Majora’s Mask are great and have done so much in making what the series is today, they don’t quite hit the same emotional highs for me.
Twilight Princess is definitely not perfect, its probably an 8 out of 10, if I’m being honest. But the darker atmosphere, engaging characters, and emotional depth make it the Zelda game I cherish the most.
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Joey Pease is a Founder of The DNA Network and cohost of The DNA Podcast and DNA Weekly Strike: A Destiny Podcast. You can follow Joey on Instagram and watch his YouTube show A Toast to Beer on The DNA Network YouTube channel.
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