Nintendo's Analysis Indicates You Might Want To Watch The Zelda Movie With Others
More is more?
by Ollie Reynolds · Nintendo LifeThe Legend of Zelda movie is fast approaching, scheduled to release on 30th April 2027 (we could really do with a trailer soon, Nintendo).
A such, we felt it only right to relay a new quote from Nintendo's latest financial Q&A session. While it may seem obvious to some (and perplexing to others), it seems that the best way to experience Nintendo's movies is to watch them with friends and/or family. In other words, if you want to have more fun, maybe don't go on your own.
This comes specifically from Yusuke Beppu, corporate director and member of the board at Nintendo. He explains that the company surveyed the satisfaction levels of viewers who watched The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and found that the levels "were higher when people watched in groups of two instead of alone, and higher still when watched in groups of four instead of groups of two".
Here's the full quote:
"I want to mention that when we surveyed the satisfaction levels of people who watched The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, we found that these levels were higher when people watched in groups of two instead of alone, and higher still when watched in groups of four instead of groups of two. As illustrated by the four controller ports on Nintendo 64 in the past, Nintendo has long placed value on the idea of everyone playing together.”
Of course, despite Nintendo's findings, we want to stress that you're free to enjoy movies in whatever manner you deem suitable. Going to the cinema on your own can be a joyous experience, so if that's how you want to experience the new Zelda movie, then don't let Nintendo (or us!) convince you otherwise.
Nintendo also once again reiterated its desire to make more movies beyond Zelda. Beppu-san explained that movies "allow us to convey the appeal of Nintendo's uniquenessand characters in a concentrated 90- or 120-minute experience", while also providing an opportunity for its developers to learn new skills.
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Let us know in the comments whether you plan to watch the upcoming Zelda movie on your own or with friends and/or family.
[source nintendo.co.jp]
About Ollie Reynolds
Nintendo Life’s resident horror fanatic, when he’s not knee-deep in Resident Evil and Silent Hill lore, Ollie likes to dive into a good horror book while nursing a lovely cup of tea. He also enjoys long walks and listens to everything from TOOL to Chuck Berry.
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