The best part of the package
Link's Crossbow Training revolves around collecting medals for higher scores. An extremely impressive score merits a platinum medal, and it isn't easy to get a few of those. Plus, a nice high score board helps determine which player is the better shot. Somehow, few games give you the same feeling of accomplishment that Link's Crossbow Training does whenever you earn a platinum medal.
There are three stages in every level, and nine levels in all. And, of course, some stages are more challenging than others. A nice practice mode helps you get over some more challenging stages, and records your high score for each stage. For once, the practice mode is almost as fun as the main game.
Multiplayer is probably the most disappointing part of the game. Players simply switch out, taking turns using one controller. No high scores are recorded, no medals are earned. Multiplayer isn't that different from most of the game, but without those rewards, things just aren't the same.
The visuals are pretty much what you would expect from a Zelda game, and don't look bad. Also, the music and sound effects are just as good as the rest of the series. Beautiful vocals abound, the sound effects are somehow pleasing to the ear, and both have a distinctive Zelda feel. They're just another nice addition to the game.
Link's Crossbow Training isn't the game of the century, but there's just something about it that makes it likeable, not to mention it's a bargain. If you love Zelda, first or third person shooters, or a nice fun game, Link's Crossbow Training is for you.