The gameplay in Skyward Sword is similar to other Zelda games, with an emphasis on exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat. The game features a unique motion-control system, where players use the Wii Remote to control the Master Sword, Link's primary weapon. The game also introduces a new feature called the "Skyloft" system, which allows Link to travel between the sky and the land using a variety of methods, including a grappling hook and a bird-like creature called a "Loftwing."