The WhatsNext verdict
Oracle of Seasons is an excellent action-forward 2D Zelda with inventive world transformation and consistently strong dungeons. Play it if you want compact exploration, clever item-based puzzles, and brisk combat more than a substantial story.
What it does best
Dungeons deliver satisfying Zelda-style aha moments
A compact world transformed by the changing seasons
A clever season mechanic that reshapes classic Zelda exploration
Fast, clean action that makes dungeon crawling feel energetic
What might put you off
The story is thin and largely functional
Some navigation and progression can feel opaque
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What you are walking into
The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons is one of two Zelda titles released for the Game Boy Color, the other being Oracle of Ages. The game retain many gameplay elements from Link's Awakening such as the graphics, audio and top-view perspective. It also features eight dungeons and a large overworld to explore like in the previous games. Oracle of Seasons is said to be more action-oriented than its counterpart being more puzzle-oriented. After completing one of the two games, both can be linked to form a single linear plot with an alternate ending. Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages were often credited as being two of the top games for the Game Boy Color.
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