Narrative Games III

Zelda, and similar narrative games, tap into different gameplay skills than shooters and more standard puzzle games. There is the aspect of exploration, both of the land and caves. There are a variety of enemies, with different movement patterns and attacks. There is action, to be sure, but it is not as much of the fast-twitch variety. There are NPCs and puzzles to provide interest and challenges along the way. The pace and style of the game promotes long-term engagement and variety of play.