The shadowy villain is his perfect match, countering every one of his sword slashes. It’s a tough fight — or at least I imagine it would have been. Rather than trying to beat him the old-fashioned way,

The first true boss battle you will run into in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is the Seismic Talus. This big chap is guarding the exit of the Suthorn Ruins, and you’ll be stuck here until you can deal with him.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is a charming follow-up to Link's Awakening that builds on that game’s beautiful aesthetic while introducing just enough new mechanics to feel truly distinct. The dubious performance and repetitive combat can drag, but this is largely an excellent adventure throughout.