Nintendo was all about “transformation” at E3 this year, but the most passionate members of the gaming community might balk at their favorites jumping into new directions. Game re-imaginings are common, and often dramatic; take the recent reboot of the Tomb Raider franchise, which turned the narrative in a darker and more realistic direction. But Nintendo has a history and a stable of characters that spans more than 30 years. There are fans who have literally grown up with its games — and for these people, transformation can be scary. Fan favorites like Metroid Prime and The Legend of Zelda have both been reimagined to fan’s dismay.
