Three points:

Regarding optical discs and video game prices: We all know that CDs and DVDs are much cheaper to manufacture than cartridges. Fine. So how come CD and DVD games still cost $40 to $60? I realize development costs are high, but the introduction of CDs and DVDs was supposed to bring video game prices down, now keep them the same.

Regarding Wind Waker: I never had the time to get very far in The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, but it received very positive reviews and high ratings across the board and the art direction is great. I like the realistic look of Ocarina of Time and Twilight Princess, but I also like the stylized, cartoony look of Wind Waker. That said, I had more fun playing Twilight Princess on Wii than I did playing Majora's Mask or Wind Waker. The new controls really add a new dimension to the game play.

Regarding disc storage: yes, dual-layer DVDs can hold up to 8.5 GB of data, but how many games last generation actually used that much space (not counting FMV)? 1.5 GB is plenty of storage for a video game, especially one that's properly optimized and not bloatware.