February 25th 2024.
When it comes to video games, there are some that are like an open book - they provide all the answers and neatly tie up all loose ends. But then there are games like Majora's Mask and Shadow of the Colossus that leave some questions unanswered, and according to one reader, that's what makes them truly great.
It's been 25 years since the release of Majora's Mask, and yet it still resonates with audiences today. Some may say it's just nostalgia, but the reader argues that it's much more than that. They personally played the game for the first time only five years ago, and they still consider it one of the greatest works of art ever created. But why? Was it the creative dungeons, the interesting characters, or the looming threat of the three-day cycle? While these factors certainly contribute to the game's appeal, the reader believes it's the unsatisfying feeling they had after completing it that makes it so memorable.
Another game renowned for its emotional impact is Shadow of the Colossus. Many consider it to be the greatest game of all time, but the reader believes that's a bit of an overstatement. Nonetheless, its reputation speaks for itself. The gameplay and atmosphere are both thrilling and tragic, but even those elements are not what give the game its lasting power.
Part of the reason for Shadow of the Colossus' enduring popularity is the mystery surrounding a supposed 17th colossus. Players theorized about its existence and how to encounter it, with rumors spreading through playgrounds and early internet forums. The most famous theory involved finding "intersecting points" that would lead to the mythical beast behind a door in the 11th colossus' arena. But in the end, it was all just a legend. The reader believes that this hope for something more is a significant factor in why the game is still remembered and played today. It's because players were never fully satisfied with the game and its world.
In today's gaming landscape, many games aim to be as long as possible, providing endless hours of gameplay. While this may seem appealing, it often leaves players with a sense of emptiness and no desire to revisit the game. On the other hand, classic games like Majora's Mask and Shadow of the Colossus are beloved precisely because they leave players wanting more. These games showcase beautiful core gameplay and tight level design, but they don't overstay their welcome. This intentional decision to leave players wanting more is what gives these games their lasting power.
This lack of satisfaction for the player may seem off-putting, but in reality, it's the core of every classic game that is still beloved today. Even newer games like Undertale, with its active fan community and numerous fan games, thrive on this idea of never being fully satisfied. And that's what makes it so beautiful.
For the reader, completing Majora's Mask 100% was not the end, but just the beginning. They wanted to explore every nook and cranny of the game's world, find all the secrets, and uncover all the mysteries. This desire for more is what makes these games truly great, and it's something that many modern games are missing.
So, next time you finish a game and feel unsatisfied, remember that it's not a bad thing. In fact, it may just be a sign that you've played something truly special. And that's the beauty of games like Majora's Mask and Shadow of the Colossus.
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