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  1. Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Me lo acabo de pasar y honestamente es mejor que las dos entregas grandes del Nintendo Switch. Una obra maestra y un Zelda como debe de ser.
  2. Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees! zalbw
  3. Aug 22, 2023
    9
    One of the best 2D Zelda's ever made. Has some of the best puzzles and ideas from the series in it.
  4. Aug 16, 2023
    9
    Finally a newer Zelda game that didnt disappoint, this game did a great job bringing back the magic of the old school Zelda games like A Link to the Past. One of the best in my opinion.
  5. Aug 10, 2023
    9
    It's pretty great, a good portable zelda game and a really fun sequel to one of the best games in the series.
  6. Aug 7, 2023
    9
    Un juego con gran diseño de mazmorras, su mecánica de la pintura es exquisita y la del alquiler de objetos también.
  7. Jul 24, 2023
    3
    Mid at best. Art style is undoubtedly great, but its just another top down Zelda game that has one new gimmick. Forgettable, simplistic story and "puzzles" that are tedious than entertaining. If you want to know how engaging this is, try to stop playing it for a while then come back. You won't want to continue and won't remember a thing about it.
  8. Jul 16, 2023
    9
    Um dos melhores títulos isométricos da franquia e um game com muito conteúdo e mecânicas inovadoras.
  9. Jul 15, 2023
    10
    Um dos melhores títulos da franquia lançados nos últimos tempos, realmente precisamos desses moldes de geração em geração.
  10. Jun 30, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it's so overrated, I tried to play it and experience was awfull, game is trash Expand
  11. Jun 30, 2023
    10
    Awesome game, worth every penny I spent. I love the ability to choose which dungeons you want to tackle first with the item renting service and the short but sweet story.

    edit: just a couple hours after initially making this review, I've decided to change it from 9 to 10. I love the puzzles with their infinitely creative solutions and beautiful designs and themes. I love how the game
    Awesome game, worth every penny I spent. I love the ability to choose which dungeons you want to tackle first with the item renting service and the short but sweet story.

    edit: just a couple hours after initially making this review, I've decided to change it from 9 to 10. I love the puzzles with their infinitely creative solutions and beautiful designs and themes. I love how the game looks, sounds and feels, with amazing atmosphere and the classic Zelda experience, with a more modern twist.
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  12. Jun 15, 2023
    8
    My favorite game franchise of all time, more a fan of the 3d ones but this one and a Link to the Past really please me. Love the wall merge painting mechanics and soundtrack is perfect (like every Zelda game).
  13. May 27, 2023
    10
    Jogo incrível amo esse jogo joguei muito ele no meu 3ds mecânica de pintura e muito legal e agrega muito bem no jogo
  14. May 16, 2023
    9
    Muy buen juego, histortia, narrativa y personajes. Fue nominado al GOTY of the year del año y sinceramente se lo merece y no nos podemos olvidar que fue un juego portátil que estaba compitiendo con GTA V o The Last Of Us. Si tienes una Nintendo 3DS tienes que probar este juego Sí o sí.
  15. Apr 2, 2023
    9
    Basically a remake version to link to the past. Combat is great with lots of news items such as the fire and ice staff. The dungeons are also great, my favourite dungeon is either the thieves hideout dungeon or the shadow dungeon (the dark one). The open world is also great especially exploring the differences between the light and dark world. The arena on the mountain was also really funBasically a remake version to link to the past. Combat is great with lots of news items such as the fire and ice staff. The dungeons are also great, my favourite dungeon is either the thieves hideout dungeon or the shadow dungeon (the dark one). The open world is also great especially exploring the differences between the light and dark world. The arena on the mountain was also really fun as well. All boss fights were great and I love how you can upgrade the master sword with special ores. Overall an amazing game that got all the basics right. Expand
  16. Mar 19, 2023
    8
    Классические зельды отличная тема но эти с нинки 64 или с gamecube такое говнище и только одна 3d ботва вышла неплохой
  17. Nov 20, 2022
    10
    In my top 5 games ever played.
    A golden standard for all Zelda games to strive for. A beautiful return to 2.5D gameplay with a perfect execution of exploration, dungeon design, and progression.
  18. Nov 20, 2022
    9
    A Link between words, the mentally successor of "A link to the past", is a masterpiece of a Zelda game. The dungeons are very different and the game reintroduce some of the greatest Zelda ideas, like the Escort-Dungeons in Wind Waker and it has many nostalgic moments and allusions of older games. At the same time, the game has so many unique and new ideas and mechanics. Wonderful

    And
    A Link between words, the mentally successor of "A link to the past", is a masterpiece of a Zelda game. The dungeons are very different and the game reintroduce some of the greatest Zelda ideas, like the Escort-Dungeons in Wind Waker and it has many nostalgic moments and allusions of older games. At the same time, the game has so many unique and new ideas and mechanics. Wonderful

    And the game has for me more a "golden thread" as the mentally predecessor.

    9/10 - 2D Zelda in excellence
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  19. Nov 7, 2022
    9
    A very well-made retelling of an original legend, A Link Between Worlds is the best modern 2D Zelda game. It's simple but effective - the dungeons are intelligently and distinctly designed, the plot and concept are straightforward yet engaging, and the overall pacing makes the game very enjoyable.

    my first Zelda game and has been in my top three Zeldas ever since
  20. Nov 4, 2022
    9
    Nueva aventura de Link sobre el mapeado de A Link to the Past, con mecánicas nuevas y total libertad de elección de mazmorras. Creativo y original a la hora de moverte sobre paredes. Simplemente genial.
  21. Sep 6, 2022
    10
    I really loved this game. Great graphics, storyline and controls. I really liked that you could choose in which order you wanted to complete the dungeons and you could exchange your things as you wanted and you didn't need to collect arrows etc.
  22. Sep 4, 2022
    9
    This game is an greatly sufficient way to play A Link to the Past. The story is different and there are some new mechanics and all dungeons are different but the map is the same. So I believe it's a better version that isn't aged and with way more content and newly added mechanics, as well as the 3D aspect.

    In general, it has great dungeons, an amazing map to explore and smart dungeons
    This game is an greatly sufficient way to play A Link to the Past. The story is different and there are some new mechanics and all dungeons are different but the map is the same. So I believe it's a better version that isn't aged and with way more content and newly added mechanics, as well as the 3D aspect.

    In general, it has great dungeons, an amazing map to explore and smart dungeons and puzzles to solve. Also, the artstyle and the soundtrack are just great. Must play for the Nintendo 3DS.
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  23. Aug 6, 2022
    9
    gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  24. Jul 29, 2022
    9
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  25. Jul 13, 2022
    10
    Da ich "A Link to the Past" liebe, war dieses Spiel ein pflichtkauf. Ich wurde nicht enttäuscht. ein tolles Spiel.
  26. Jul 1, 2022
    10
    an amazing game with the footprint of a link to the past but with its unique differences a wonderful game
  27. May 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ok, in my opinion, this game is better than a link to the past. I could not stop- playing it even if I promised myself to stop after a certain part. I like how it has more gimmicks than the other game. The dungeons are very good too but I struggled on a few like the ones where you get the master ore but other than that, most dungeons were reasonably challenging. I also like how different it is to the other zelda games due to the renting items systems. The game is a cross between the first zelda, a link to the past, and breath of the wild due to the game being open world and the renting system in which you have the items straight away rather than going through dungeons to get them. I will say that the dungeons are better than botw but that's a 3d game. The only problem with the game is the final boss battle. Like it's dumb how you can't shoot the arrows from behind you in a wall until it's last phase and that's how you beat it. Great ending, dumb execution. To go back on the positives, I like how the music changes as you progress. Lastly I like how the story has males getting kidnapped too. Expand
  28. Apr 11, 2022
    8
    A Zelda hand-held title that not only piggy-backs off the setting of “A Link to the Past”, but builds on it with enough new twists that make it its own. It’s still the tried and starting-to-get-tiresome top-down Zelda experience.
  29. Apr 1, 2022
    9
    Если считать ALBW сиквелом к ALTTP, то это как Mass Effect 2 в сравнении с Mass Effect 1. Достаточно простая и понятная, но иногда плохо готовит к некоторым боссам. Перед финальным злом пришлось подкачаться, а то становилось больно.
  30. Mar 4, 2022
    9
    A Link Between Worlds is a fantastic entry in the Zelda handheld series. What began life as a remake of the greatest Zelda game ever made, A Link to the Past, turned into a full fledged sequel. Because of this it does utilize basically the same map as its predecessor, which does diminish some of its exploration; however, the brilliant wall merging puzzles and some truly excellent dungeonA Link Between Worlds is a fantastic entry in the Zelda handheld series. What began life as a remake of the greatest Zelda game ever made, A Link to the Past, turned into a full fledged sequel. Because of this it does utilize basically the same map as its predecessor, which does diminish some of its exploration; however, the brilliant wall merging puzzles and some truly excellent dungeon designs more than make up for it. Expand
  31. Jan 14, 2022
    7
    To be honest it is quite good game but in my opinion very overrated... Gameplay is getting more interesting after the half of the game and the ending is satisfying. But one new mechanic is not enough to keep game fresh after few years. It is just simple not a game for more than 7... Nowhere near to 10...
  32. Jan 13, 2022
    8
    I have been going through many of the zelda games that I missed and this one was super fun to play through. The graphics, music and gameplay are all great for a 3ds game and the story was good.
  33. Jan 7, 2022
    9
    What initially looked like a game leaning on the aging crutches of A Link to the Past has turned out to be a thoroughly poignant, vivid and immensely satisfying game worthy of standing on its own two feet. Set in the world of A Link to the Past, Link Between Worlds makes the se
  34. Dec 20, 2021
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds é o melhor jogo da franquia. Ele utiliza do que posteriormente TLOZ Breath of the Wild usaria: liberdade total de zerar o jogo da maneira que quiser - mas claro, em menor escala e com alguns adendos.

    Nesse jogo, você já começa com todos os itens essenciais para a progressão da história. E diferente de Ocarina of Time e Majora's Mask, você não
    The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds é o melhor jogo da franquia. Ele utiliza do que posteriormente TLOZ Breath of the Wild usaria: liberdade total de zerar o jogo da maneira que quiser - mas claro, em menor escala e com alguns adendos.

    Nesse jogo, você já começa com todos os itens essenciais para a progressão da história. E diferente de Ocarina of Time e Majora's Mask, você não precisa - e na verdade nem há a possibilidade - de ficar vendo em Sheika Stone para onde você tem que ir. Tudo ocorre de forma natural e sem estresse, conseguindo resolver as dungeons na ordem que lhe interessar.

    Em relação a elaboração das dungeons e dos desafios, o jogo utiliza as mecânicas criadas da melhor forma possível, tanto nas dungeons, quanto no próprio mundo aberto. Apesar de não ter jogado todos os jogos da franquia, dos que joguei considero em questão de quantidade/qualidade de dungeons o melhor jogo da série. Todas tem uma personalidade própria muito forte, e são extremamente divertidas de se resolver - sendo minha favorita a Swamp Palace.

    O único ponto fraco em relação ao A Link Between Worlds é a trilha sonora. O jogo recicla muita trilha dos jogos passados, tendo poucas originais - e as que tem são esquecíveis. Porém, mesmo não tendo composições novas tão interessantes, as versões refeitas estão ótimas. Para escutá-las efetivamente, logo em um bar do jogo você vai encontrar dois personagens com instrumentos musicais; se der um trocado para eles, os mesmos vão começar a tocar trilhas clássicas da franquia. É um detalhe que talvez muita gente tenha passado.

    De qualquer forma, é um título obrigatório para quem tem um 3DS ou é fã da franquia.
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  35. Dec 5, 2021
    8
    Plays great, my first 2D Zelda game and while it hasn't had me dashing back to try more yet it certainly delivered on my expectations.
  36. Nov 8, 2021
    8
    My Score:

    (8) - Very Good!

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  37. Oct 21, 2021
    10
    An absolutely amazing game from start to finish. this is the best link 2d game to date
  38. Sep 4, 2021
    10
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  39. Aug 22, 2021
    9
    Awesome game link snes remake for 3ds game is perfect in my opinion very good game recomended
  40. Aug 19, 2021
    6
    Even though it is essentially a dumbed down version of "A Link to the Past" I still found some enjoyment playing this game. The game offers nothing new except the wall-walking mechanic. I can't hate too much on it but it is one of the less good Zelda games.
  41. Aug 13, 2021
    9
    Mi opinión: Para mi el juego es de 8, tiene el mismo problema que tienen todos, o la mayoría de zeldass, no es intuitivo. Compensa eso en que es un juego divertido, con buenos jefes, mazmorras que podrían considerarse de las mejores de la saga. "Buenos gráficos" (dentro de las opciones de la 3ds). Y muy buen sistema de armas.
    La opinión de alguien que se lo ha pasado 2 veces: para mi, el
    Mi opinión: Para mi el juego es de 8, tiene el mismo problema que tienen todos, o la mayoría de zeldass, no es intuitivo. Compensa eso en que es un juego divertido, con buenos jefes, mazmorras que podrían considerarse de las mejores de la saga. "Buenos gráficos" (dentro de las opciones de la 3ds). Y muy buen sistema de armas.
    La opinión de alguien que se lo ha pasado 2 veces: para mi, el juego es de 10, las misiones son curiosas y muy disfrutables. Es "difícil "encontrar a todos los maimáis entre otras, aun así podrás disfrutarlo al máximo,
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  42. Nov 6, 2019
    10
    Near perfect sequel to A Link to the Past. I loved the quality of life changes the most. Being able to rent all items and choose almost any dungeon I wanted to do is a great design choice. Merging with walls was also am excellent design choice. It added new gameplay elements such as exploration and hidden items, and complimented the dungeon designs well. A Link Between Worlds was prettyNear perfect sequel to A Link to the Past. I loved the quality of life changes the most. Being able to rent all items and choose almost any dungeon I wanted to do is a great design choice. Merging with walls was also am excellent design choice. It added new gameplay elements such as exploration and hidden items, and complimented the dungeon designs well. A Link Between Worlds was pretty easy compared to others. I died only one time, and it was my own fault. Dungeon puzzles were also pretty simple for the most part. I was only stumped temporarily in ice cave and turtle rock. Yugo was a great final boss fight, with an added level of difficulty sorely lacking on all the previous fights. Granted, I'm sure it helped having the upgraded master sword, tunics, and shield. Graphics and gameplay top notch. The new soundtrack took me down nostalgia road, and the new tunes were pretty good as well.

    Definitely got my money's worth, like I do all Zelda games, and now I am eager to dive into Majora's Mask 3D, Breath of the Wild, and Skyward Sword remaster when it comes out. The idiot who gave it a 1 and said a link to the past is his third favorite game of all time, is clearly a complete moron, and in the extremely small minority! This game is superb
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  43. Apr 18, 2021
    9
    Absolutely fantastic game, its a zelda game, but really really fun, this game is the definition of fun, and it still manages to be a really good game in terms of design.
  44. Apr 5, 2021
    3
    €40 probably, or less, Digital. So long ago, I lost track.
    The Legend of Zelda A Link Between Worlds was overhyped at the time.
    I finished the first dungeon, got flat, got to the "shadow world", and totally lost where to go next, one of the famous dead points in rpgs, where you simply let it go. Never to go back again. 3 points for the stained glass graphics, but gameplay-wise
    €40 probably, or less, Digital. So long ago, I lost track.
    The Legend of Zelda A Link Between Worlds was overhyped at the time.
    I finished the first dungeon, got flat, got to the "shadow world", and totally lost where to go next, one of the famous dead points in rpgs, where you simply let it go. Never to go back again.

    3 points for the stained glass graphics, but gameplay-wise absolutely nothing like OoT.
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  45. Mar 22, 2021
    10
    Taking place in the classic world of a Link to the past, this game adds new bosses, characters, and mechanics in an amazing way. The story and graphics are improved significantly, and all while running at 60fps. A Must-play, and the pinnacle of 2D Zelda.
  46. Nov 27, 2020
    9
    You always think you know what to expect when it comes to a Zelda game. This game is fantastic. It had great puzzles, great combat, and an awesome story to fold it up into a neat little package. The mechanics worked great as well. I removed a star because it was a *tiny* bit cheesy, but that only added to the charm in the end.
  47. Nov 24, 2020
    9
    Poignant story with great characters like Rovi and Hilda. The world exploration is made possible with equipment renting system
  48. Nov 19, 2020
    9
    Great game. The overall story is amazing. The dungeons are easy and u can complete them in any order thats what i really like about this game.
  49. Oct 24, 2020
    10
    It's an awesome game with a breath taken sound track ( like any other Zelda game ) it worth every Second of these short adventure ( 14 h ) some mechanics are totally New and are welcome to the serie
  50. Oct 4, 2020
    9
    Very fun, graphics are good, combat is decent, good story, puzzles are a good difficulty and satisfying
  51. Oct 2, 2020
    10
    By far my favourite 2D style Zelda game. There is not a dull moment, and the story is surprisingly good. Extremely fun dungeons as well. I prefer this game over Ocarina of Time and Majora's mask. I'd probably give it 9.5-9.8/10 but I'll round up.
  52. Sep 7, 2020
    10
    Warning: This game is hard to put down.
    This game takes what makes top-down Zelda gameplay and absolutely knocks it out of the park. A love letter to A Link to the Past, A Link Between Worlds even builds upon that untouchable game and excels beyond it, in my opinion. The open world nature of the game makes the player feel like they are truly living in the world and acting on their own
    Warning: This game is hard to put down.
    This game takes what makes top-down Zelda gameplay and absolutely knocks it out of the park. A love letter to A Link to the Past, A Link Between Worlds even builds upon that untouchable game and excels beyond it, in my opinion. The open world nature of the game makes the player feel like they are truly living in the world and acting on their own decisions. The storyline is also a remarkable experience built on top of an already solid game. The art style is also incredibly pleasant to experience, and viewing in 3D only makes it even better. I plan to be completing a hero's quest (master quest? I forget what this game calls that unlocked version) in the relatively near future.
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  53. Aug 9, 2020
    10
    A perfect game in my eyes, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, introduces so many new and refreshing ideas to the Zelda franchise. The wall merging mechanic is done so well with puzzles and the game is smartly designed around this mechanic. While the dungeons are easy in this game compared to other games, it does allow this game to be loved by all age groups. The controls areA perfect game in my eyes, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, introduces so many new and refreshing ideas to the Zelda franchise. The wall merging mechanic is done so well with puzzles and the game is smartly designed around this mechanic. While the dungeons are easy in this game compared to other games, it does allow this game to be loved by all age groups. The controls are perfect and the game uses often useless buttons like the d-pad in smart ways for bonus camera capabilities. It is easily the best handheld Zelda, and one of the greatest games ever made. Expand
  54. Jul 25, 2020
    9
    My third favorite Zelda. If you played Zelda on the snes, you will love this!
  55. Jul 19, 2020
    8
    One of the best Zelda games and one of the best 3DS games. Such great memories with this one
  56. Jul 18, 2020
    6
    It doesn't give me link to the past vibes at all!! yea it's a nice game and all, But it is a very bad sequel and when i play it i feel something is off or missing. I didn't have that much fun that i usually get from Zelda Games.
  57. Jul 5, 2020
    8
    Pros:
    • Wall mechanics is cool
    • Retro-style
    • Runs smoothly

    Cons:
    • Too short
    • Few enemies types
    • Small world
    • Few NPC's, villages/cities
    • Battle is dull
    • No musical instruments
  58. Jun 29, 2020
    8
    Es un buen juego, aprovecha muy bien lo que son las características de la 3DS, la historia en lo personal no es una locura, sin embargo es bastante divertido, la dificultad de los puzzles no son la gran cosa, pero sin lugar a duda es un juego que debes jugar si tienes una 3DS.
  59. Jun 22, 2020
    8
    This is a really fun Zelda game with unique mechanics similar to minish cap and a pretty basic Zelda storyline that echoes LTTP.
  60. May 30, 2020
    10
    I am more of a Mario player than playing as Link.
    But have to say, this game proves me wrong! This game is amazing!
    The idea of merging into walls to have a slight side scrolling aspect freshens up the game play. The mechanics, the dudgeon's, the gameplay.. it's next level anything I have ever played. This is for me THE best top down 'Zelda' or 'Zelda-like' game i have ever played (yes
    I am more of a Mario player than playing as Link.
    But have to say, this game proves me wrong! This game is amazing!
    The idea of merging into walls to have a slight side scrolling aspect freshens up the game play.
    The mechanics, the dudgeon's, the gameplay.. it's next level anything I have ever played.
    This is for me THE best top down 'Zelda' or 'Zelda-like' game i have ever played (yes I'm a minority and think its better than link to the past) due to the modernisation.
    The game is not perfect though, I would of found it more rewarding if you discover your items than buying, but that is nit-pic really.
    If you could buy only one game on the 3DS, this would be the one to get as it's my fav I have ever played on the system
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  61. Apr 16, 2020
    8
    first Zelda title I ever finished.
    Found it a little easy but it was still an awesome game with great mechanics.
    Don't expect dungeons as difficult as in other titles. Perfect for new-comers
  62. Apr 6, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing. Just enough changes from the original. Nostalgic yet refreshing, even if played for the first time today (like I did lol). Seriously, play. This. Game.
  63. Feb 10, 2020
    9
    A link between worlds is a prime example of how to make people nostalgic and at the same time make an awesome game. The dungeons: awesome. Great puzzles interesting items and mechanics. The story: nothing to write home about but still a good story that keeps you engaged. The combat: fluent and diverse. This is probably the most fun you will ever have playing a Zelda game.
  64. Dec 13, 2019
    9
    A must have, but first, play the first one, i mean the Snes Zelda (probably my favorite game on the snes), because this is a direct sequel and it uses the same map, and i LOVE that, because they added one thing, ONE power that totally remakes how you move in the map, is like playing a totaly different game and also playing the original game at the same time, i do not know if they can makeA must have, but first, play the first one, i mean the Snes Zelda (probably my favorite game on the snes), because this is a direct sequel and it uses the same map, and i LOVE that, because they added one thing, ONE power that totally remakes how you move in the map, is like playing a totaly different game and also playing the original game at the same time, i do not know if they can make a better sequel, i wouldnt even try it, this and the snes one are imo the best ones in the series. Expand
  65. Nov 24, 2019
    10
    The best Zelda for 3ds. It’s more complet and interesting. A clasical Zelda.
  66. Nov 16, 2019
    10
    link between world's is by far my favorite 2D Zelda game. if you're a Zelda fan and you haven't played this, go buy a 3DS and a copy of this game.
  67. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    una gran secuela de a link to the past con un gran aire nostalgico que me recuerda al del super nintendo.
  68. Oct 31, 2019
    10
    Another must-play title for the 3DS/2DS, Fun and challenging, well-designed world and adequate puzzles difficulty. A very good THE LEGEND OF ZELDA entry. This game proves top down Zelda can be as much fun as their 3D counterparts. I want more of these!
  69. Oct 17, 2019
    7
    This game is amazing and, like Link to the Past, kept me smiling the whole way through except for a certain Moldorm. This game is a lot easier than Link to the Past and, in my opinion at least, has a better story than that game. Link between worlds is better in some aspects such as the story but worse in aspects such as the dungeon items. In Link Between Worlds you have to buy them or rentThis game is amazing and, like Link to the Past, kept me smiling the whole way through except for a certain Moldorm. This game is a lot easier than Link to the Past and, in my opinion at least, has a better story than that game. Link between worlds is better in some aspects such as the story but worse in aspects such as the dungeon items. In Link Between Worlds you have to buy them or rent them from Ravio whereas in Link to the Past you just collect them in the dungeons or in the overworld which seems more classic Zelda than Link Between Worlds. It is a must play for all Zelda and puzzle game fans though so I’d definitely recommend it Expand
  70. Oct 10, 2019
    10
    You must play this game! The Legend of Zelda hasn't looked so good on 3DS since Ocarina 3D! Nintendo achieves amazing gimmicks once again with Link's new wall merging powers! The puzzles can get repetitive, but the developers thought of every detail when hiding secrets and sights! It's a Nintendo Selects game, only $20! It's worth all of it!
  71. Oct 2, 2019
    10
    THIS is how you bring back a classic!
    Leaving grezzo in charge is never a good idea
  72. Sep 28, 2019
    10
    Nach meiner Meinung das beste 3ds Spiel, wenn man von den beiden Zelda ports absieht
  73. Sep 23, 2019
    10
    My first top down Zelda game. It is fantastic and I love it to death!
    Recommend everyone play this game.
  74. Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Without a doubt, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds is currently the greatest game you can experience on the 3DS. Much like the legendary Master Sword that features throughout the series, this game is beautifully crafted and offers a superbly streamlined and timeless gameplay experience. Through Link’s new transformation ability Nintendo has instilled a magical amount of innovationWithout a doubt, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds is currently the greatest game you can experience on the 3DS. Much like the legendary Master Sword that features throughout the series, this game is beautifully crafted and offers a superbly streamlined and timeless gameplay experience. Through Link’s new transformation ability Nintendo has instilled a magical amount of innovation into the dungeons, boss battles and even the wider exploration of both Hyrule and Lorule; it’s a small feature which makes a world of difference and continuously wows you throughout the entirety of your playthrough. In other areas, Nintendo has made all the right changes to the gameplay formula, resulting in a game that is always incredibly good fun to play. Long-time fans will certainly get a kick out of its nostalgic presentation, while all players will appreciate its impeccable design and superb usage of the 3DS's touch screen.

    Eiji Aonuma and his team at Nintendo set themselves the unenviable challenge of creating the perfect Legend of Zelda game; with A Link Between Worlds, they may well have achieved just that.
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  75. Jul 15, 2019
    10
    The legend of zelda a link between worlds is a great and fun 2D zelda game, with great puzzle, great music and a great plot twist in the final boss, taking of boss, the boss here are great. In Conclusion, The legend of zelda a link between worlds is a game that you need to buy :D
  76. Jul 5, 2019
    9
    For some reason, I forgot to leave a review for this game after I beat it a few years ago. I never played "a link to the past" when I was younger, so this was completely fresh experience for me.

    And I really liked it. Particularly great that you can complete any dungeoun in any desired order, plus you can get most of the useful items right away, you can "borrow" them that is. But
    For some reason, I forgot to leave a review for this game after I beat it a few years ago. I never played "a link to the past" when I was younger, so this was completely fresh experience for me.

    And I really liked it. Particularly great that you can complete any dungeoun in any desired order, plus you can get most of the useful items right away, you can "borrow" them that is. But thankfully, you can purchase them on a permanent basis later, which is fairly easy considering how plentiful rupees are in this game.

    the world is also mostly open at the beginning of the game, so you can explore pretty much at your own pace. There are several intersting vistas, so exploring is fun. I also liked the sidequests, being a completionist isn't a problem when it's that much fun.
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  77. Jul 1, 2019
    10
    My favorite Zelda game so far. While the world map seems a bit small at first, theres so much to discover like the many mini dungeons or mini games. Fighting the various different enemies spread around the region and in the dungeons is fun and you can really master how you fight them. The mini games are a lot of fun and very challenging. The graphics of this game is really lovely andMy favorite Zelda game so far. While the world map seems a bit small at first, theres so much to discover like the many mini dungeons or mini games. Fighting the various different enemies spread around the region and in the dungeons is fun and you can really master how you fight them. The mini games are a lot of fun and very challenging. The graphics of this game is really lovely and atmospheric, including some places for a nice 3D effect. The graphics get supported by a really good and variable soundtrack, which manages to create a lot of different moods. Also, the sidequests are rewarding and dont get frustrating. Finally, the story is very creative and original ( since I didnt play A Link to the Past yet, i dont know how similar the storylines are). All in all this is my favorite 3DS game until this point since i dont have any point of negative critique and i would definately recommend playing it. Expand
  78. Jun 16, 2019
    9
    What could have been an easy sequel that traded on past glories is instead a compelling argument for digging up the foundations of Zelda and seeing what happens - rather like Wind Waker did 10 years ago. A Link Between Words is not a total revolution, but it may very well be the start of one. I haven’t been so challenged by a Zelda since Ocarina of Time, and rarely have I been soWhat could have been an easy sequel that traded on past glories is instead a compelling argument for digging up the foundations of Zelda and seeing what happens - rather like Wind Waker did 10 years ago. A Link Between Words is not a total revolution, but it may very well be the start of one. I haven’t been so challenged by a Zelda since Ocarina of Time, and rarely have I been so consistently surprised by one.

    Between Worlds recaptures the spirit of adventure that gave the early games Zelda their potency, and lays out a vision for Zelda games still to come. It invites them - and us, the long-term fans - to let go of conventions that may have been comforting, but were ultimately holding us back. It’s at once intensely nostalgic and powerfully novel, unpatronising and cerebral. As a Zelda fan, I couldn’t wish for much more.
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  79. Mar 20, 2019
    9
    This game is frickin’ amazing! This may be my favorite handheld Zelda title. Never thought I would say this, but I actually prefer this to A Link to the Past, mainly because the graphics, gameplay, story, and especially dungeons are way better. Only off-putting thing is the weapon-rental system, which really isn’t that big of a deal, because later in the game you can buy them and it’sThis game is frickin’ amazing! This may be my favorite handheld Zelda title. Never thought I would say this, but I actually prefer this to A Link to the Past, mainly because the graphics, gameplay, story, and especially dungeons are way better. Only off-putting thing is the weapon-rental system, which really isn’t that big of a deal, because later in the game you can buy them and it’s very easy to come by rupees in this title. One of my favorite things about this was the more-challenging Hero Mode, which actually made the game want you to get all heart pieces/armor/sword upgrades to have a fighting chance. A big gripe I’ve had about recent Zelda games is they have been waaay too easy, and Hero Mode fixed that on this game. Awesome dungeons and boss battles - this game never has a dull moment. This game is reason enough to own a 3ds for sure! Expand
  80. Feb 23, 2019
    10
    There is nothing bad about this game. The puzzles are fun and manageable. The weapons are varied and fun and the story is light but captivating. An absolute gem of a game!
  81. Jan 17, 2019
    9
    I played this game after ALTTP and it certainly didn't disappoint. The combat, music, graphics, dungeons, and story are both reminiscent of ALTTP while still staying fresh and new.
    The only slight gripe I have with the game is that it is a tad too easy, however, that was sorted by turning on hero mode which made the game approximately 4 times harder, however, you do need to beat the game
    I played this game after ALTTP and it certainly didn't disappoint. The combat, music, graphics, dungeons, and story are both reminiscent of ALTTP while still staying fresh and new.
    The only slight gripe I have with the game is that it is a tad too easy, however, that was sorted by turning on hero mode which made the game approximately 4 times harder, however, you do need to beat the game once in order to unlock it.

    Overall a great game that both harkens back to the past while improving the formula that the series has set over the years.
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  82. Oct 24, 2018
    10
    Simply the BEST game for 3DS, and one of the best games for its generation.
  83. Aug 30, 2018
    10
    Absolutely loved this game; the soundtrack, art style, and gameplay are all fantastic. I really prefer the top down perspective style gameplay as opposed to ocarina of time for example. The amount of abilties and items at your disposal is very fun to play around with. My favorite component of this game is the freedom with which the player can choose to explore the world and choose whichAbsolutely loved this game; the soundtrack, art style, and gameplay are all fantastic. I really prefer the top down perspective style gameplay as opposed to ocarina of time for example. The amount of abilties and items at your disposal is very fun to play around with. My favorite component of this game is the freedom with which the player can choose to explore the world and choose which temples to beat whenever the player wants to. Expand
  84. Aug 7, 2018
    10
    Can I just say that this is the best 2D Zelda game ever? Because it is. Unlike everyone else, I haven't played A Link to the Past, but from what I've seen of that game, this one is better in just about ever department. The characters are done better. The music (especially Yuga's battle theme) is on par with the likes of Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey. The story, while nothingCan I just say that this is the best 2D Zelda game ever? Because it is. Unlike everyone else, I haven't played A Link to the Past, but from what I've seen of that game, this one is better in just about ever department. The characters are done better. The music (especially Yuga's battle theme) is on par with the likes of Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey. The story, while nothing special, is quite good. And the dungeon design is honestly better than even Ocarina of Time, which I (for a while) though had the best dungeons of any Zelda game. I HIGHLY recommend A Link Between Worlds. Oh, and Moldorm isn't a pest anymore. That too. Expand
  85. Jul 5, 2018
    9
    Hands down, the best 2d Zelda ever made! The only problems are that it's a bit easy and short (which is fixed if you play it on Hero Mode), and the dungeons, while pretty solid, don't have any standouts that rank among the series best (like how OoT has the Forest Temple and MM has Stone Tower Temple). Otherwise it's an immaculate and completely satisfying experience from start to finish.
  86. Jul 4, 2018
    10
    In my opinion this game is the best one in all the Legend of Zelda game series. The music is wonderful and the storyline is simply perfect. The characters are great. There is nothing wrong in this game, nothing you can complain about. The difficulty is just as it should be, the gameplay is perfect there are lots of dungeons and mini games. The so called dark word is amazing. I wasIn my opinion this game is the best one in all the Legend of Zelda game series. The music is wonderful and the storyline is simply perfect. The characters are great. There is nothing wrong in this game, nothing you can complain about. The difficulty is just as it should be, the gameplay is perfect there are lots of dungeons and mini games. The so called dark word is amazing. I was literally playing this game nonstop for 2 weeks and dare I say I have never enjoyed any game more in my life. It is simple and and difficult at the same time. This is the only game in the series where I played all the mini games and enjoyed every single one of them. I did not want this game to end so I tried to extend it every way possible. This is a perfect game for people who want to acknowledge the series. Many people think that because of the setting and graphics this Zelda game was made for kids. I assure you it is not true. I was 18 or 19 when I played this game and I enjoyed it a lot. So do not hesitate and go and play it. Expand
  87. May 20, 2018
    9
    nota 9,5 La obra maestra de la portátil de nintendo
    No tengo palabras para demostrar lo satisfecho que me dejo tener en mi manos la secuela del mejor juego de la historia a link to the past una de las obras mas fuertes de la gran N aterriza a la portátil 3ds nada mas ni nadas menos que The Legend OF Zelda A Link Between Worlds que hermoso fue regresar a Hyrule y de esta manera con una
    nota 9,5 La obra maestra de la portátil de nintendo
    No tengo palabras para demostrar lo satisfecho que me dejo tener en mi manos la secuela del mejor juego de la historia a link to the past una de las obras mas fuertes de la gran N aterriza a la portátil 3ds nada mas ni nadas menos que The Legend OF Zelda A Link Between Worlds que hermoso fue regresar a Hyrule y de esta manera con una joya de videojuego, bueno empecemos con mis impresiones el juego da al salto a la 3ds con una innovación que cambia el estilo completo de lo que es zelda, desde el twilight princess y skyward que me parecieron demasiado lineales, recorrer hyrule a tu antojo se me hizo muy agradable rentando las armas a ravio y explorar las mazmorras a tu antojo pegarse a las paredes como un papel me hizo sentir una experiencia satisfactoria gracias a esa nueva habilidad cambia el estilo completo de lo que era a link to the past con puzles muy distintos y nuevas formas de buscar objetos o combatir con jefes quede muy sorprendido por el gran toque
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  88. May 15, 2018
    9
    This is a really solid Zelda game. The entire game is a nice throwback to LttP, while going by its own plot. The Soundtrack is great, especially the final dungeon. There are some nice new mechanics thrown in, i.e. merging into walls, which is super fun, and renting items, which kinds ruins the good feeling of getting a cool new item in every dungeon. Much like OoT 3D, there is a "MasterThis is a really solid Zelda game. The entire game is a nice throwback to LttP, while going by its own plot. The Soundtrack is great, especially the final dungeon. There are some nice new mechanics thrown in, i.e. merging into walls, which is super fun, and renting items, which kinds ruins the good feeling of getting a cool new item in every dungeon. Much like OoT 3D, there is a "Master Mode" but it does nothing to change the game other then make the enemies do more damage and make the game frustrating. I also noticed the game is immensely short, seeing how it can be beaten in about 6 hours, but it is still a nice game overall. Expand
  89. May 5, 2018
    10
    Lo que mas me gusta de este juego es la manera de recorrer el mundo y que puedas comprar las armas.
  90. Apr 29, 2018
    9
    A somewhat spiritual follow up to the classic "a link to the past", it keeps its style and feel but adds a lot, both in story and in new ways to trasverse its world that are unlike any previous Zelda game.
  91. Apr 21, 2018
    9
    A Link to the Past but except it kept me wanting to continue adventuring.

    Pros: + Gameplay: The gameplay is like every other 2D Zelda, most notably ALttP, but except with a gimmick. + The Gimmick: By far my second favorite gimmick of the franchise (#1 goes to the Masks from MM), however I felt like it was done A LOT better in Odyssey. + Exploration: Not once did I feel bored
    A Link to the Past but except it kept me wanting to continue adventuring.

    Pros:
    + Gameplay: The gameplay is like every other 2D Zelda, most notably ALttP, but except with a gimmick.
    + The Gimmick: By far my second favorite gimmick of the franchise (#1 goes to the Masks from MM), however I felt like it was done A LOT better in Odyssey.
    + Exploration: Not once did I feel bored exploring the world of Hyrule in this game. It was a joy running around as Link in this game.
    + Soundtrack: Pretty neat, it's just upscaled versions of ALttP songs and MAYBE one or two new songs.
    + Combat: Simple, but fun.

    Cons:
    - Story: Not bad, but like ALttP's, it wasn't that great either.

    Overall, A Link Between Worlds is one of my favorite Zelda games of all time and warrants a 9.3/10 from me.
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  92. Mar 22, 2018
    10
    This game brings so much nostalgia back with unique game mechanics that keep this classic drop down viewed Zelda game fresh and entertaining.
  93. Feb 15, 2018
    9
    Great in just about every way. It’s basically A Link to the Past with a new story and some new mechanics. I would argue that it’s even better than ALttP in all ways except difficulty.
    The movement is fluid, the graphics are pleasant and the soundtrack is very impressive for a handheld installment with many memorable tracks.
  94. Feb 12, 2018
    9
    A Link Between Worlds was very good!
    I beat it on the normal difficulty first, and then I 100% completed it on the harder 'hero mode' difficulty.
    Pros: - It was a nicely crafted game - The puzzles weren't too challenging but were fun and rewarding - The dungeons each had their own unique atmosphere - The game's map was fun to explore - Finding all the extra hidden items was
    A Link Between Worlds was very good!
    I beat it on the normal difficulty first, and then I 100% completed it on the harder 'hero mode' difficulty.

    Pros:
    - It was a nicely crafted game
    - The puzzles weren't too challenging but were fun and rewarding
    - The dungeons each had their own unique atmosphere
    - The game's map was fun to explore
    - Finding all the extra hidden items was rewarding
    - The enemies and bosses were fun and challenging (especially on hero mode)

    Con:
    - This game left me with mostly positive feedback. However, once you get all your items and armor completely upgraded, the game ends extremely fast. I think there should be at least three full dungeons you can explore with max gear.

    Conclusion: An awesome Zelda game that's worth any fan's time!
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  95. Jan 24, 2018
    8
    I have to say that this is a great zelda game, but it isn't really the masterpiece that many people claim it to be.
    The legend of Zelda a Link Between Worlds, at first glance, feels like a run-of-the-mill 2D zelda, you play as Link and your main weapon is the sword while there are other items to use like bombs, bow and arrows and the fire rod. There are also a lot of dungeons, huge
    I have to say that this is a great zelda game, but it isn't really the masterpiece that many people claim it to be.
    The legend of Zelda a Link Between Worlds, at first glance, feels like a run-of-the-mill 2D zelda, you play as Link and your main weapon is the sword while there are other items to use like bombs, bow and arrows and the fire rod. There are also a lot of dungeons, huge labyrinths filled with monsters and puzzles for you to tackle. In this game there is a wizard called Yuga that is trying to capture some people into pictures because these people, known as sages, are needed in order to resurrect the lord of darkness, Ganon, and it is up to Link to stop the wizard.
    Now lets talk about the major twist in this game, it is basically completely nonlinear, that is right, differently from past entries in the series, Link is able to tackle almost every dungeon in any order the player wants. To me this is a great thing because it increases replayability a lot and really encourages exploration, which is a very important element in the zelda series, something that the series was slowly losing as games were released, reaching an unfortunate low in Skyward Sword. But this freedom creates some problems such as a lack of difficulty, the fact that most dungeons could be your first dungeon forced Nintendo to design them with basically the same easy difficulty which makes the later dungeons you explore a lot easier compared to the first ones, making the game a lot less challenging than A Link to the Past.
    It is important to remember that the possibility of exploring most of the world right from the get go is only possible thanks to the new rental system, which you can rent every mandatory item in the game by paying with the currency item from the game, the Ruppees. I kinda like this system because it makes the ruppees actually valuable in this game, so every time you get them from a treasure chest or an enemy, it feels really rewarding, and the fact that you lose all the rented items upon dying makes death meaningful in this game, not just an annoyance. But I feel that such system fell flat in some way because there isn't really any struggle to get any item such as beating a strong opponent, finding a secret or going through a hard puzzle to get the item, the only thing you need is a bit of grinding and that is it, which feels rather lazy and as a result the fact that you got a new item doesn't feel as fullfilling as it should have.
    Link can also use a new ability called the merge ability, which allows it to become a painting in a wall which allows him to get to some otherwise impossible to get platforms, and to avoid every enemy. I really liked this ability, it allows for some really creative puzzles, and even bosses, and makes the game a lot deeper than it seems.
    The bulk of the soundtrack is mostly remixes from a Link to the Past, which isn't really a bad thing as most of these remixes are really well done, such as the main theme from the legend of zelda, and the death mountain theme, and there is a fair share of original songs. Although the original songs aren't bad, none of them were felt memorable or inspiring as the songs from other portable zeldas such as Link's Awakening or Spirit Tracks, most of them just get the job done as far as video game music goes.
    The game does look really good though, the cartoony art style from the NES and SNES zeldas makes a return here, and it looks really charming, and fits well for a handheld game. It might not look as detailed as the Minish Cap, but this isn't really that much of an issue for a portable game. This game also runs smoothly at a consistent 60 FPS which I don't recall dropping at any moment in my playthrough.
    The game also borrows the same overworld from a Link to the Past, which is both a blessing and a curse. It is great because this game borrowed what quite possibly is the best overworld in zelda, with lots of secrets, a lot of density, so that it doesn't feel empty like Hyrule Fields in Ocarina of Time. But the only problem with this is that...well, it is the same overworld from the SNES game, there isn't really a new exciting world to explore here like in past 2D zeldas, which makes the game lose a bit of identity.
    Overall, A Link Between Worlds is a great Zelda game, its unlinearity makes this game feel fresh after years without a zelda game like this, although it generated a few issues like the difficulty and the fact that the sense of progression isn't as high as it is in other zeldas. It sounds and looks beautiful for a 3DS game, and it plays well. The fact that the game borrowed the overworld and so many songs from a Link to the Past might disapoint some people but it does enough to feel like a new adventure thanks to how the game progresses. If you don't have a 3DS zelda yet, I would actually suggest picking Ocarina of Time 3D first in case you haven't played the original because I think it is a better game, otherwise, buy this one.
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  96. Nov 24, 2017
    10
    So, I never finished A Link To The Past. Yes, I know. BUT, I remember loving it while playing and nostalgia is certainly a feeling that came up while watching the trailer for A Link Between Worlds. This game is gorgeous. The new mechanics feel fresh and give this game the extra something that sets it apart from it's predecessor. The graphics are beautiful. You return to a colorful,So, I never finished A Link To The Past. Yes, I know. BUT, I remember loving it while playing and nostalgia is certainly a feeling that came up while watching the trailer for A Link Between Worlds. This game is gorgeous. The new mechanics feel fresh and give this game the extra something that sets it apart from it's predecessor. The graphics are beautiful. You return to a colorful, carefully designed Hyrule, that feels just like back then and yet manages to be fresh and exciting. This game 100% deserves the top rating and I would recommend it to everyone. If you have a 3DS and remember playing A Link To The Past, this game is a must-play. But even for Zelda beginners or people that did not play the old game, this is worth buying. A masterpiece. Expand
  97. Nov 11, 2017
    9
    I picked this game up just before I got a Nintendo Switch so only got about half way before Breath of the Wild took over. Months later I decided to return and after finding my feet with the mechanics and plot again I was re-hooked. This is great chaser to Breath of the Wild with enough familiar parts and enough differences in the more linear plot. A great entry to the series I especiallyI picked this game up just before I got a Nintendo Switch so only got about half way before Breath of the Wild took over. Months later I decided to return and after finding my feet with the mechanics and plot again I was re-hooked. This is great chaser to Breath of the Wild with enough familiar parts and enough differences in the more linear plot. A great entry to the series I especially like the extra dimension of puzzle solving that comes from going 2D on the walls. For me just the right degree of challenge to be satisfying when I figured it out but without ever getting to the point where I couldn't go on. Expand
  98. Nov 7, 2017
    10
    Best 2d Zelda adventure, great dungeons, world to search for hearth pieces and many addiotions like being 2d on the wall. Great game to be a starting point in the series. I only wish normal mode was a little harder.
  99. Sep 28, 2017
    10
    This is clearly the best Zelda ever created and it's not even nostalgia talking. I played this in 2017 while I've played almost all other Zelda games on other platforms. My favorite feature is that the ending is forgiving, it's extremely well done, and it topples almost all endings not only in Zelda but in most other franchises in the history of the world.
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Universal acclaim - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 81
  2. Negative: 0 out of 81
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 11, 2014
    93
    A very good action RPG in a sandbox-like Hyrule. The game features a redefined equipment progression along with the nice flattening trick. It's a bit on the easy side, though. [Dec 2013]
  2. Feb 6, 2014
    85
    A Link Between Worlds is a Zelda for people who have become disillusioned with Zelda over the years. It recalls the series' roots while also taking unique advantage of the 3DS hardware to create something that feels new. They may not make them exactly like they used to anymore, but Link Between Worlds shows that they still recognize what made them great in the first place.
  3. Jan 2, 2014
    90
    Much is the same in A Link Between Worlds. Just like in A Link to the Past you follow Link from a birds-eye perspective in both light and dark worlds. But A Link Between Worlds is not merely a simple game of nostalgia but one that perfectly blends the new and old Zelda games. The result is one of the best games in the series.