Difficulty fails to keep up as you progress. Some control oddities: Can't use joystick and d-pad, only 2 item slots, menu-rotate buttons cannot be used for other function. The ship graveyard is probably the best 2D Zelda dungeon I've played + Main Dungeons are good too, especially in the second half of the game. I didn't like this at first but it's one more thing to make you want to explore and find upgrades and chests + Weapons and armor can be incrementally upgraded with hidden items, incentivizing exploration. + Feels like BOTW or Souls at the start where you're so weak and just want to explore to get stronger Most of the game is optional content and even the first main dungeon can be skipped + Lot of freedom to explore at your own pace. Mini dungeons, sidequests, and collectibles are everywhere. No sailing, which gives the game a unique vibe even compared to WW and Phantom Hourglass It's made up of countless small islands that are connected by bridges, swamps, etc.

+ Excellent world design: Clearly inspired by Wind Waker. + Amazing pixel art, clearly channeling The Minish Cap + Classic Zelda gameplay: Bombs, Arrows, Dungeons, Heart Containers etc.

There is definitely some indie jank here but I’m blown away by how well this game recreates the Zelda magic. If you love those games, you should absolutely take a look at Ocean’s Heart. This is a loving homage to Zelda and specifically, feels like a mashup of Wind Waker and Minish Cap.

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