Zelda's Enduring Success: Gameplay First, Story Second Philosophy

Nintendo prioritizes gameplay over story in its game development process, particularly in The Legend of Zelda series. According to series producer Eiji Aonuma, the gameplay is established first, and the story is crafted afterward to complement it. This approach is evident in games like Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Aonuma believes starting with the story and then developing gameplay would be challenging. However, the upcoming Zelda movie will focus more on storytelling, as films are driven by narrative.