Petting Dogs in Zelda
Fans, captivated by the interactive and vibrant world of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, expressed their frustration to Eiji Aonuma over the game’s lack of an option to pet dogs. When questioned about this feature, Aonuma provided a response.
“In the game it seems like you can do anything, but what it really is are all these interlocking systems where you actually have a pretty limited number of actions that can do a ton of different things,” Fujibayashi told IGN. “So if it came down to something like petting a dog, we would actually have to put in a custom action just for petting a dog that couldn’t really be used for anything else.”
Eiji Aonuma
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March 16, 1963 (61)
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Eiji Aonuma is a Japanese video game designer, director, and producer, best known for his work on Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda series. Holding a key role at Nintendo since the mid-1990s, Aonuma has been instrumental in shaping the direction and development of the Zelda franchise, contributing to its status as one of the most critically acclaimed and beloved video game series.
Aonuma’s career at Nintendo began with his work on “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time,” where he served as a designer. He quickly rose to prominence within the company, taking on the role of director for “The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask.” His innovative approach to game design was further showcased in subsequent titles like “The Wind Waker,” “Twilight Princess,” and “Skyward Sword.” Aonuma’s tenure as a producer began with “The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds,” continuing through to more recent titles such as “Breath of the Wild” and its sequel.
Throughout his career, Aonuma has collaborated with several key figures in the gaming industry. His work with Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of The Legend of Zelda series, has been particularly influential. Aonuma also worked closely with developers like Yoshiaki Koizumi and Takashi Tezuka, playing a significant role in the evolution of the series.
Aonuma’s contributions to the video game industry have been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. Under his direction and production, The Legend of Zelda series has received multiple Game of the Year awards and has been praised for its innovation, storytelling, and gameplay. His leadership in the development of “Breath of the Wild” led to the game receiving universal acclaim and numerous awards, including several Game of the Year honors.