Playing The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword for the FIRST TIME (MOTION CONTROLS)

[@DeeBeeGeek]

I’m playing this game the exact way it was intended to be played, FULL IMMERSION!

[@rockowlgamer631]

God rest your weary arms afterwards you poor sod lol, if you complain we will remind you of the "full immersion" you wanted ;)

[@liljon380]

The struggle was to real in the stream.

[@Mega-Prime]

I would say switch to button controls during those flying sections so you don't break your wrist

[@PenneySounds]

Costumes might be taking the immersion a little far

[@rockowlgamer631]

@@PenneySounds nah that's him just enjoying the playthrough, let him have that at least

[@TimeturnerJ]

One of my favourite things about this game is how expressive this particular Link is. His face is an open book, and it's so refreshing to see a Link who expresses so much emotion so openly. He feels like an actual character, and I really appreciate that. Joy, fury, sorrow, frustration, exhaustion, determination... He's got the whole range, and he's not afraid to show it.

[@halosaft]

WW, SS and BotW really has the most expressive Links, love 'em

[@troljynx9953]

@@halosaft and TP ?

[@mr.reynoso1413]

A comparación del Link de BOTW que en todas las cinemáticas tiene la misma cara jajaja, poker face le llaman??

[@richardkirkland6805]

@@troljynx9953 I believe TP Link is as expressive as Skyward Sword Link, since they're very similar in appearance. TP Link is just held back by the semi-realistic art style, as it prevents the lines being as pronounced as they are with SS's Cell Shading.

[@oboebuddy15]

@@halosaft BOTW Link is one of the more stoic ones imo

[@Anths_art]

this isn't spoilers at all, just a cool thing I learned recently! one really cool thing about the birds in this game is that they're based off of a real life bird called a Shoebill. Being a lover of birds, it was so cool to learn about this! The irl versions are actually pretty large!

[@Narwhyn]

Dude, those are some of my favorite birds. I can't unsee it now haha.

[@kalliope8238]

Oh man Shoebills scare me sooo much 😅

[@KikiYushima]

I actually realised that watching this. It was just like "...the Loftwings look _awfully_ like shoebills."

[@clayhamilton3551]

@Nintendove Ah the link bird is my favorite

[@theshadowfax239]

Shoebills look like dinosaurs, they're so cool.

[@thewritingcow]

deebee going back and forth on 'this is my favorite zelda' and 'THIS WOMAN CRAZY' was my exact emotions playing this game and made me laugh. Never change deebee XD

[@clasher138]

You started your journey at the end of the timeline. Now welcome to the beginning of the timeline. This is an origin story of all.

[@wintersong2266]

You often tried to use both joycons for some of the motion controls which might explain why you had so much trouble. The left joycon's motion control is only for the shield and spin attacks. Pretty much everything else in the game only use the right joycon exclusively.

[@boppaju]

He didn't have trouble, he had FUN! 😂

[@SirPonnd]

The actual reason he had trouble was because he was swinging his arms around. It's actually just designed for wrist movements.

[@parvanaturalia]

@@SirPonnd tbf tho we all did that with the wii lol. I knocked off several mugs off my coffee table playing the original

[@tsrenis]

@@SirPonnd the commercials depict the opposite

[@SirPonnd]

@@tsrenis Yeah, and maybe that's why so many people have trouble with it. But by point of fact, swinging your arms around as if you're playing a VR game doesn't work. It's all in the wrists.

[@nobu6273]

This game is unironically one of my favorite video games of all time, and easily my favorite Zelda. The characters are so good, the story is SO good, the music is great, etc. It brings me back to such a beautiful nostalgia watching this!! The gameplay is the only downside (to an extent) but even that I had a blast with despite it's minor faults with the wii remote and stuff back in the day. I just ADORE this game.

[@ZedsRivoluzione]

That intro was amazing! And so, another Zelda journey has begun. You're gonna love this game, Dee Bee!

[@Ganvious]

Watching Deebeegeek play this live was quite the experience! I bet he'd had a WONDERFUL sleep that night! XD

[@granthambeard]

When I was a kid and games weren't usually multiplayer, we'd do this, one person playing and another narrating and reacting. This reminds me so much of those times. So funny. Thanks Deebee

[@anthonyryan6208]

Thats fun lol

[@granthambeard]

@@anthonyryan6208 yes indeed it was

[@jordanwiley4582]

Zelda's loftwing spitting the letter at link will always be in the top 10 funniest zelda moments.

[@joshz2491]

Characters with a speech bubble usually trigger a sidequest or something else important, for example the potions lady gives you an empty bottle for free. Keep this in mind going forward so you don't miss helpful items and information.

[@loeaglelo]

The team responsible for that fantastic intro sequence deserves a standing ovation. Can't wait to dive into this playthrough with you!! Welcome back to Zelda & Hyrule's origin story!

[@King_Luigi]

_"Warning: Dee with Motion Controls ahead! Please maintain a safe, 10 foot distance, from this video at all times."_

[@davidm7847]

Watercolour was precisely what they had in mind. The HD treatment has actually toned that down a bit imo so glad you got that so soon.

[@miap9774]

This stream was fricking legendary! I’ve never laughed so much as when I watch you Dee! Keep up the good work!

[@PsychoDiesel48]

The fully orrchestrated soundtrack of this game still brings tears to my eyes. It is just so fucking beautiful.

[@michaelbailey1242]

This game and Mario Galaxy remain my favorite videogame soundtracks to this day

[@jackstraughan24]

@@michaelbailey1242 same. Top tier ❤️

[@83Protons]

By the way: Fi can "scan" literally anything that can be targeted, not just enemies but also people and even objects! There's usually not much use in that but I think it's nice the developers bothered to implement it.

[@geekley]

Game: Tries to warn of Low Battery Joy-Cons at least THREE times. Dee: Whatever, ignore. Game: Tries to teach that you need to shake the controller for the bird to flap his wings. Dee: (looking the other way) What? Pressing Help? Nah, that's for losers. (a few moments later) Dee: 46:00 WhY cAn'T I gO uP? NO! THE OTHER WAY! Fi: I TOLD YOU TO RECHARGE THE BATTERIES! But 78% of people complained, so now I'm not going to say anything anymore! You wanted less hand-holding? YOU'LL GET NO HAND-HOLDING AT ALL!

[@awakenedcrowl]

As much as I love watching Dee... him constantly going THIS!! overboard with the Motion controls is kinda driving me insane xD Obviously they will not work if he whips 'em Joy Cons around like a feral wolf that hasn't been fed in five years yet somehow survived. Still lovin' it and looking forward to the series tho! Much love!

[@hebercluff1665]

I like it when people use descriptive analogies.

[@323starlight]

It was driving me crazy too XD I half suspect Dee was doing it on purpose for entertainment.

[@stumpygrimmett7233]

Fi's theme is my favorite Zelda song it's so peaceful and intriguing. And how it evolves over the course if the game is *Chefs kiss*

[@Anime-Doom]

I gotta say I'm glad to see that you not only DIDN'T punk out and actually played this game the correct way using the motion controls but went above and beyond immersing yourself in the role, please keep up going the extra mile for this and don't listen to the peanut gallery. Also kinda surprised that you didn't make a "Getsuga Tenshou" reference with the Skyward Strike.

[@dacomputernerd4096]

For anyone who struggles with the flying, swinging the controller up and down (presumably, I only ever played the Wii version) flaps the wings, making it go up and pull out of that stall state with the wings flapping as you fall

[@Jond_9]

So excited to see you playing this game! My first zelda game was also breath of the wild, but after that I got the skyward sword port on switch. I wish u the best with the motion controls, but once u get used to it its rly fun

[@anthonychavarria1573]

I also played BOTW first then Skyward Sword! Interesting experience since they are so different. I have become a big Zelda fan now and cant wait for Tears of the Kingdom!

[@anthonyryan6208]

Any other zelda titles yett

[@monymendoza3708]

@deebeegeek have u realized yet that the sound Fi makes every time she jumps out of the sword is the same “voice” Zelda heard coming from the sword in BOTW when Link lost consciousness prior being sent to the shrine of resurrection?

[@adhita88]

The live stream was hilarious, and kudos to you for playing it in a completely different way: standing up and acting some of the motions in the game. I'm glad you finished the tutorial area, and now I'm looking forward to more hilarious moments.

[@MasterPrimeape23]

50:37 in the ”beta” gameplay of Botw, the paraglider was originally going to be a sailcloth. Back when Botw was simply known as “Zelda Wii U”

[@SeniorLady]

It has been one year since watching this live, and watching it again now is still fresh, so silly and brilliant! I love the intro, the editing, the game-play, the voice-acting and the clever quips.

[@Aka-Spade]

Fun fact: the tune that Zelda plays on the harp, "Ballad of the Goddess" is actually Zelda's Lullaby backwards

[@uniquely_mo]

This was great live, but I always love the edited-for-KZbin vids too! So much fun watching Dee explore another Zelda game ❤ Also: shout to Vtech for an amazing intro vid

[@matzemadz902]

This was the best Performance i‘ve ever seen. I love the way you play this Game. Much Love 😊

[@futuristicjack9103]

This has to be one of my favorite games of all time so glad your playing it

[@PsychoDiesel48]

Same. So under-appreciated for everything it brought to the Zelda Series

[@j.d6615]

Legendary first stream of the game. I loved every second of it! Can’t wait for tomorrow and Friday when the series continues. Much love to you Dee and everyone working on the project with intros and such. Also, don’t bash your room to pieces trying to fight!

[@anthonychavarria1573]

I also had a great time watching the stream and cant wait for the next one!

[@Oswerb]

You are a brave man for choosing motion controls. I admire playing it the original way.

[@MasterAtlas17]

Do joycons have to be calibrated or something I forgot because he was stretching his arms really far just to do the multi select chat with npcs like at the begining with Zelda.

[@King_Luigi]

@@MasterAtlas17 I think most of it is just him exaggerating his movements to be goofy, though a part of it is also just him not understanding the controls. For something like picking dialogue choices you barely need to move it to select them normally. They can also be picked with just the analogue stick, but he probably hasn't realized that.

[@Zenshu1]

​@@MasterAtlas17 yes, there is an option to reset the gyro that you will see every time he opens the menu, he just never used it. The motion control gyros are super wonky if you don't calibrate them because it sets it's 0 position when the joycon powers on so it has no idea where you are actually pointing until you calibrate it since it uses gyor sensors rather than an IR light bar type thing to determine where you are aiming like the Wii did.

[@Maxippo]

I play the game on Wii and I really just think it's because y'all broke your controllers and thats why you hate using motion controls 😂

[@King_Luigi]

@@Zenshu1 This version doesn't have an "option" like that, it's just showing "press this button to do this". The controller can be calibrated _at any time_ with that button, even during cutscenes. (No special screen needed.) You can tell when it's used because it makes a loud sound each time you press it. (Check at: 31:15 and 1:23:15.) But it won't be as useful if you aren't _also_ holding it flat in front of you when it's pressed.

[@slayra1333]

This was so funny, I watched it on twitch and re-watched it on KZbin, and you had me in stitches. I was looking forward to more Zelda content from you, can’t wait to see the rest of the journey!

[@madeinmexico47]

Just finished watching you stream & finish *Tears of the Kingdom* yesterday. Amazing game and journey! I missed your playthrough of Skyward Sword (and I’ve never played this game) but I’m looking forward to seeing the journey with you at the helm!

[@sonicgamer178]

This stream and video was amazing! It was a great time seeing you play with motion controls for the first time and the way they’re utilised in puzzles and gameplay is so fun. Skyward sword is one of my favourite zelda games and the music is my favourite in the series! The story and world building in this game is also fantastic and I know you’ll love it too!

[@sunhill25]

This was so amazing! The intro, the crazy gameplay, the editing…..love every second of it! 😂😂😂

[@SlimFactorMusic]

The intro was fecking epic! And the gameplay is super cool, have fun DeeBee!

[@SeniorLady]

There are so many laugh-out-loud moments here! Mayhem, mania and motion controls!! Thanks for playing the fecking game 💚❤💚

[@XERSHX]

Not only is this my favorite legend of Zelda game, but it also has a sound track that slaps

[@lightningg252]

The key with the motion controls is to just flick your wrist and reset often. The little gyros in the switch don't like big movement, definitely won't be as funny to watch but will save you a lot of agony going forward😂

[@lankthedank6931]

Respect for keeping the OG intention of the game. This is actually one of my favorites in the series, and I feel it gets misunderstood.

[@ArcherOfHoshido]

Very fun first video! Always love seeing someone experience this amazing game for the first time.

[@T101G]

This playthrough is gonna be great! With the motion controls, i have 2 major tips. 1) Don't feel afraid to press the reset motion button a lot, it is very helpful 2) You don't need to be making such exaggerated movements with your arm. Basically, just move your hand instead of your arm most of the time. This is very prevalent when you are selecting dialogue options, you really only need to point your hand in a direction, not your entire arm. Also Twitch chat or other YT comments have probably already said this but for bird flying you do NOT point the loftwing upwards to go upwards, the loftwing needs to flap to go upwards, which is done by flapping the joycon up and down. And also, only use the right joycon when doing a sword slash, because if you shake both you do a spin attack, which is useful in many situations, but costs stamina so its not a good idea to spam spin attacks.

[@mredwinplays]

This is an amazing start, the intro, the gameplay, everything, is amazing

[@Lostbomber]

Oh my god I’ve been waiting for this for so long!!!

[@83Protons]

Fun Fact: Skyward Sword was the first Zelda game to have a fully orchestrated Soundtrack and the Wii version came with a CD that had the Soundtrack on it. Also the melody of main theme (the song Zelda plays on her harp) is the melody of Zeldas Lullaby but in reverse!

[@laurenking5080]

This took me back...I remember standing in my living room playing this and getting damn near a full body workout. If we want to keep kids healthy, immersive video games might be one key component.

[@matthewc4024]

You cut out the part where Dee squats while Link simultaneously sits in a chair for like a minute straight! That part was so funny! Regardless, I loved the energy you had for this stream. Keep up the great work Dee!

[@michaelhart4297]

Your a mad lad opting for the motion controls.. Much respect! If it ends up driving you crazy at any point, just remember you switch to button controls anytime.

[@jonathand.4088]

This was a good laugh 😃 This game can be played with the joycons comfortably in your lap as you sit. The motions required are just small, precise wrist flicks for the sword and gentle tilting for everything else. Also, the Y button is your friend, lol. 😂 Just look at how gymnast86 plays

[@livith9]

I’ve been waiting for this!! I’m so excited!! Edit: This is both incredibly funny, and painful to watch, I love every second of it xD

[@ssammu]

The voice acting is on point! Love your video

[@eyesweyedopen4599]

Been waiting for this series. Sorry I can't make streams anymore, but the videos are on a whole other level Dee.

[@viruschris3160]

One of my favorite Zelda game and you have the Master Sword & Hylian Shield Joy-Cons too! You might get a little annoyed with some tasks later on in the game, but it has a wonderful story and the motion controls are neat! Along with the art style and characters. I'm all in for this new Zelda adventure with you DeeBee!

[@ἄθλησις119]

Hey Dee! So I saw that you reacted to all The Zelda: A Hero's Purpose fan animations in the past and I just had to tell you, after 1 year of waiting, a brand new episode just dropped and let me tell you, it will CRUSH your soul, this episode takes a very very dark turn at the end. By far the best zelda animation I've ever seen in my life, at this point its not just a fan animation, it's simply masterful story telling. Anyways, I hope you enjoy Skyward Sword, glad to see your still delivering us with awesome content! Keep up the good work man, always looking forward to your next upload!

[@someotheruser2275]

It’s going to be great to see you experience the whole story of skyward sword

[@chrisisjoking]

I was so happy to catch this live! Awesome video and great editing as always. Thanks Dee and I hope you enjoy!

[@luismontenegro8135]

Holy shit you recognizing that the sound effect is from botw (i think its at the end of cooking) has saved me from years that i would hear it and know i knew it but didnt know why

[@kelzax9119]

This was an absolute blast to watch live. What a return to the Legend of Zelda! Plus, you can skip arms day at the gym whenever you play. I'm so excited to watch this this journey play out The DeeBeeWay!

[@carinapacheco7967]

Omg this is hilarious Deebee!!! Thanks for keep playing and for your hard work!!

[@ScottCruisingAdventures]

Dude I was laughing so much during the stream! Can’t wait to see more of your adventures!

[@jondbm]

I have waited so long for this day. Watching Deebee play Skyward will be the highlight of my life until TOTK arrives.

[@dalol90]

I just hope he gets the important deets about this game and links them to what happend in BoTw (like when link almost died and zelda heard the master sword)

[@Seviour86]

Man, you're having an experience with the full emersion. I played this on the WII, and I heard on the Switch the motion control is better. It's such a good game, and the music is phenomenal. Good luck and look forward to the next full immersion. You cracked me up when you put the hat on and the pouch! Amazing Deebeegeek!

[@CleoArrow]

Yessssss so happy to see you playing Skyward Sword!!!

[@minou2980]

1:20:02 I Had the exact same reaction when i first played , and same with some symbols later on, this game is full of references ! this gameplay is so fun to watch, cant wait to see more!!!

[@GemCraze0107]

I fucking love dee so much... just the amount of times I laughed during the stream

[@oliverniko8366]

Such an entertaining playthrough already and I'm glad you're enjoying this amazing game! It will leave such an impression on you and make your Zelda journey all the more significant.

[@monymendoza3708]

Hahahaha I LIVE FOR THIS!! 😂 TnkU DB, I had the greatest time watching this! So happy to see u enjoying the full experience as it was intended to!👏🎉

[@paperbackdragon3494]

I loved this and Im so excited for more! Glad I was able to catch the first stream live!

[@kriscynical]

Hearing Dee say "Who is this??" about Groose is exciting. I dunno, Dee, Groose is just _one of the best side characters EVER_ because of his story arc, that's who. 😄

[@cutelilpenguin85]

I missed DeeBee playing Zelda. This was amazing, thank you :) I loved the Groose voice and being all in on motion controls lol

[@xasley6044]

You sir are amazing. Awesome vid 🫰❤️

[@lilkray]

Awesome vid. Been waiting for this one for a long time. Happy to see this play through. She is one of my favorite Zelda too.

[@michaelhart4297]

Yes bro! I’ve been waiting for you to finally play this! And yes, it 100% has the best music of any Zelda game!!

[@LostEveryMarble]

You're hilarious! 😂😂😂 I love your videos.... best authentic reactions to everything ... so refreshing

[@ben-tendo]

The most entertaining, hysterical video you’ve made in a long long time. Really looking forward to the rest of this series. ❤

[@Naatewaard]

There are some seriously wholesome voice acting going on here! So cozy and fun to watch!

[@247MrNiceguy]

Skyward Sword is my personal favorite Zelda game. Partially because it was one of my first, but also I believe this game has the best story and characters in the series. I hope you enjoy it! Just good luck with the controls lol

[@anthonyryan6208]

Its you

[@hebercluff1665]

Twilight princess and skyward sword are tied for me.

[@swlchl]

This was the most brilliant playthrough of the Skyward Sword tutorial I’ve seen. You never disappoint, Dee. This is the content I stay up nights for.

[@PancakeGabi]

This was awesome! I missed the livestream of this and heard this was a great stream. This made me laugh so much! Thank you! Also this Zelda might be my favourite, she's so sassy.

[@burningghidorah7294]

He’s streaming Skyward Sword today and tomorrow.

[@aussiejojo73]

I missed the live but watched the vod to get the whole experience. I really hate time zones when it comes to Dee streams.

[@burningghidorah7294]

@@aussiejojo73 I have to wait till 11pm to watch it live.

[@aussiejojo73]

@@burningghidorah7294 it’s just hard when l have to be at work at 7.15 the next morning.

[@MadiQhbw]

Getting in my Hyped and Depressing phase again because of Skyward sword BUT IM HYPED

[@philatio1744]

gotta give a shout out to dee bee for always having cool animations whenever he plays a big game. I always look forward to them, especially the zelda and metroid ones!

[@lorenzovanvlaanderen9518]

Loving this first episode!! but.. you don't have to stand up the whole time hehe, if you want to stand that's totally fine!! But the motion controlls work perfectly fine sitting down :) (they have for me at least)

[@DrockCHL]

I'm actually crying looking at this LMAO. I love how Deebee is doing the movements IRL it's actually funny, hope to keep watching more SS videos

[@mattfry6716]

Dee bee did it, he’s finally playing the legendary game as a legendary player.

[@spiderdude2099]

So glad you got to play the switch version. The wii version basically REQUIRED that you have the wiimote that had the built-in wii motion plus. If you just had the attachable accessory it just would refuse to work correctly after a while

[@LLeime]

That birdrace though 😂😂😂 you’re hilarious man, made my day. Keep it up 👍🏼 Can’t wait to see the next part!

[@Jamieao]

I was getting Mario and the penguin vibes when you picked the cat up on the roof 😂 Thank you for another epic zelda video, can't wait for the rest of it, great work 👍

[@XIntoxicationalX]

Your spin attack has got me giggling for the first time in a long while, well done dude you’re a great entertainer

[@ManuKazu11]

Watched this live and it was a blast! I hope you enjoy this game to the fullest, Deebee! 🎉

[@kb9045]

Wow Zelda is savage pushing you like that lol love the commentary. This is going to be a fun playthrough to watch. I'm a huge Zelda fan and have been wanting to play this Zelda game eventually. I'm having fun watching you play.

[@Galfubo]

I’m excited to see more of this!

[@bruceleroy5937]

Hilarious. I’ve been waiting so long for this. The story and references in BOTW add even more depth. The motion control added to the comedy. Brilliant.

[@yashkags4eva]

Watching this live was PEAK entertainment!! The intro literally gave me chills. So many laughs and a legendary start to an amazing game. Cant wait for more!!

[@minou2980]

Just finished the game, god i’m in tears , i wish i was you playing this from the start with no memories ,youll LOVE it.

[@Bamafan777]

Posted an awesome funny video at just the right time I had kind of a bad day today. Thank you so much dee

[@iranai-dq3ql]

Fricking finally! Ive waited sooooloooong!!

[@Skylancer727]

Here's something that will really help you in the game. Sitting down gives you health. This is why when you play the game you'll see stools all over the place, they're so you can heal whenever you want even in hero mode. In hero mode no heart fruit appear in the world and enemies don't drop hearts either. But there are still seats all over the world so you can still heal.