The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Thankfully Resists FromSoftware’s Influence

The Switch 2 remake of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time* keeps Link’s sword combat largely unchanged, resisting the widespread modern action-game trend of adding parries. The article argues that this restraint gives the remake a refreshing feel: its straightforward combat rewards patience, timing and learning enemies’ attacks rather than mastering a wide set of moves.

Link can block, dodge, backflip and use a few attacks, but most fights are won by waiting for an opening and striking at the right moment. The article compares this to *Punch-Out!!*, where success depends on reading opponents, and highlights the Water Temple’s Dark Link battle as the clearest test of that skill. Sound effects and colourful impact effects make each sword hit feel forceful.