A Link Between Worlds is a timeless game that remains as good today as it was when it was released 10 years ago, showcasing why Zelda shouldn't abandon the 2D format.

I have no experience playing Dragon Quest games, but I enjoyed the remake, especially for its visual style, which places lush, vibrant 2D sprites in rich, painterly landscapes.

Mode 7 could even be used on moving sprites, such as the boss fight against the monstrous Jaws in "Super Turrican 2." Obviously, gaming hardware is well past Mode 7, as we can easily create real ...