The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

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  • Summary: In the next chapter in the Legend of Zelda series, Link can transform into a wolf to scour the darkened land of Hyrule. With the help of Midna, a mysterious being, you must guide Link through hordes of foul creatures and challenging bosses using new moves and a new horseback combat system.In the next chapter in the Legend of Zelda series, Link can transform into a wolf to scour the darkened land of Hyrule. With the help of Midna, a mysterious being, you must guide Link through hordes of foul creatures and challenging bosses using new moves and a new horseback combat system. Many puzzles stand between Link and the fulfillment of his quest, so you must sharpen your wits as you hunt for weapons and items.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. GameSpy
    100
    It's an amazing epitaph to the GameCube's life and it's certainly the best game from Nintendo this year. If you've been on the fence in any capacity, then please rest assured that you'll not be disappointed. Nintendo's flagship game has arrived in style and you better damned well appreciate it. It's ultimately fantastic.
  2. NintendoWorldReport
    100
    The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess is one of those few genre-defining games that while clearly dedicated to fans of the series, also serves as a wonderful adventure for those new to the series.
  3. Games Radar
    100
    It's still the most cinematic, engrossing Zelda we've ever played, and as such, deserves nothing but the absolute highest recommendation. Flaws are present, sure, but we'll burn our entire library of games before we say Twilight Princess is anything but incredible.
  4. Gaming Nexus
    96
    The best the series has to offer up to this point.
  5. Nintendo Power
    95
    Twilight Princess was a long time in coming, but the game's depth will make it last even longer among the Zelda faithful. [Feb. 2007, p.95]
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  6. NTSC-uk
    90
    But the moment the opening symphony plays until the concluding credits, all fear and doubt quickly vanishes like the cool whispering of an autumn's breeze. Though not flawless, Nintendo have once again demonstrated masterful craftsmanship, challenging design and imaginative artistry.
  7. GameSpot
    89
    Twilight Princess contains the same expertly designed puzzles and time-tested gameplay that you've come to expect from the series, though parts of its presentation feel stuck in the past.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 130 out of 163
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 163
  3. Negative: 13 out of 163
  1. asggamefan
    Jun 18, 2011
    10
    Best Legend of Zelda Game! Twilight Princess is not only creative but fun and addicting. The story is great and is easy to dive into whileBest Legend of Zelda Game! Twilight Princess is not only creative but fun and addicting. The story is great and is easy to dive into while the whole mechanics of the game flows perfectly!… Expand
  2. George_K
    Mar 30, 2023
    10
    It is not the best zelda game (in my opinion it is the second behind majora's mask) but it is very underrated, the reviews for this are veryIt is not the best zelda game (in my opinion it is the second behind majora's mask) but it is very underrated, the reviews for this are very mixed and a lot of people dislike this game. It is probably bc of people wanting a good zelda game for the gamecube, bc after MM and OOT the hype for a new zelda game in this powerful for the time console was huge and then windwaker got released which is fun but people wanted a 3D game with more reallistic style not like the cartoony graphics of windwaker and then nintendo made TP which dissapointed a lot of people, but in my opinion it is special and unique and i mean very unique, amazing dungeon and amazing map, overall like every zelda game it is a must play… Expand
  4. PeeD
    Feb 17, 2009
    10
    This is a spectacular game built on a fantastic story and glorious graphics and visuals that seem to leap from their 2-D origins and excite This is a spectacular game built on a fantastic story and glorious graphics and visuals that seem to leap from their 2-D origins and excite the senses (both gamer and human). The story itself is a dark and morphed twist on the original Zelda story that many long-time lovers will welcome with open arms. And for those who have not yet experienced the wonder of the Zelda series, it is a fun and simple game that does not require too much previous skill. Cheers!… Expand
  5. srick7583
    May 30, 2015
    10
    This version is so much better than the Wii version just for the fact you're able to use an actual GameCube controller. I'm a big time fan ofThis version is so much better than the Wii version just for the fact you're able to use an actual GameCube controller. I'm a big time fan of the Zelda series and this game is one of the best Zelda games aside from OOT, Majoras Mask, Wind Waker, and Skyward sword. I liked how the hyrule field was 20x bigger than the original zelda games. The actual gameplay itself is a masterpiece. It starts off with a slow pace in the beginning but once you pull the Master Sword out, uncover the plot and what's going on in Hyrule that you'll actually love the game for what it's worth. It has one badass ending and Gannondorf is finally back with one of the best endings for a Zelda game. I've personally liked the showdown with Gannondorf/Gannon aside from the N64 classic. I like this version better because the Wii motion controls for the game just feels very gimmicky.… Expand
  6. Jarkob
    Aug 1, 2023
    9
    Die Grafik sieht sehr schön aus. Jedoch im Schattenreich soeht das Spiel schlecht aus. Die Musik und die Atmosphäre des Spiels sind wirklichDie Grafik sieht sehr schön aus. Jedoch im Schattenreich soeht das Spiel schlecht aus. Die Musik und die Atmosphäre des Spiels sind wirklich sehr gut. Die Story ist episch und spannend und die Dungeons sind herausfordernd.… Expand
  7. RefinedInsights
    Aug 2, 2023
    8
    A solid Zelda game one of the last good ones before this new gen Zelda crap came out like botw and totk. The story is decent gameplay is a bitA solid Zelda game one of the last good ones before this new gen Zelda crap came out like botw and totk. The story is decent gameplay is a bit clunky and it hasn't aged well but worth playing for sure.… Expand
  8. BenL.
    Mar 12, 2007
    0
    I have played this game before haven't I? You wait years for them to come up with a new Zelda game and they use the same story as they I have played this game before haven't I? You wait years for them to come up with a new Zelda game and they use the same story as they have used before! Surely they can come up with some new ideas? Waste of Money.… Expand

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#1 Best GameCube Game of 2006
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#1 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2006
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#1 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2006