The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

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  1. Jairson
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Es una maravilla, historia sombría pero inmersiva.
    Una obra maestra que ha envejecido excelentemente
  2. 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 bit clunky and it hasn't aged well but worth playing for sure.
  3. Orioldash2
    Aug 2, 2023
    8
    Jugablemente, se llega a sentir algo tosco cuando montas a caballo y no se llega a sentir disruptivo en comparación con otros juegos de la franquicia. Lo mejor del juego es el diseño de los personajes y la inmersión a la que nos tienen acostumbrados los juegos que llevan el sello de "The Legend of Zelda".
  4. 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 wirklich sehr gut. Die Story ist episch und spannend und die Dungeons sind herausfordernd.
  5. DanHitachi018
    Jul 20, 2023
    0
    This game is fun but the GameCube version is a waste of money but the Wii version is cheaper than GameCube graphics are perfect 100% accurate so I love both of these versions both of these versions are perfect and they got the perfect combo of the legend of Zelda series
  6. VickenGamer
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    Es perfecto como todos los juegos de la saga sin embargo este juego marco mi vida tiene una esencia que ningún otro juego puede ofrecerte con unos personajes y una historia que te dejan marcado, uno de los juegos de mi vida es perfecto repito
  7. Bokoblin
    May 26, 2023
    10
    truly a masterpiece, way better than ocarina of time by more than 100 miles
    burries the windwaker
  8. JayQuiroz
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    I am a 27 year old man that teared up many times throughout this game, Link's journey is dark, hopeless at times but the spirit of The Hero is ever strong here and I enjoyed every second. Midna was a delight and extremely useful, the way you not only use her for fast travel but traversal is truly incredible work and design. The combat is deep, the optional movesets you get can turn youI am a 27 year old man that teared up many times throughout this game, Link's journey is dark, hopeless at times but the spirit of The Hero is ever strong here and I enjoyed every second. Midna was a delight and extremely useful, the way you not only use her for fast travel but traversal is truly incredible work and design. The combat is deep, the optional movesets you get can turn you into an unstoppable force against even the toughest of creatures and warriors. Faron, Lanayru, and Eldin are truly impressive works of art and you can absolutely get lost in this world if you wanted to. Every tool you get small or large has a purpose and are used in a very memorable way when it comes to the dungeon bosses. The dungeons are the best I've seen, every single one of them has the perfect amount of design and detail, none of them feel poorly made or a needless chore to get through. All in all I cannot say enough about this game but PLEASE play it if you have not, I can't believe I waited this long to do so! Twilight Princess is a 10/10 masterpiece!… Expand
  9. iBlqzy
    May 27, 2023
    10
    The game made me cry. It is funny, a really good story and world, and I also love its music. Its just a 10
  10. ErickAbraham
    May 26, 2023
    10
    Es un muy buen juego qué te transmite una obscuridad y creo que es el juego más oscuro de la saga mucho más que majora's mask y tiene partes muy buenas como el templo del tiempo.
  11. rockrj
    May 17, 2023
    0
    The traditional Zelda formula, mixed with a beautiful story and revolutionary art style serves this title well. I could not recommend this title more.
  12. EuCrazed1
    May 14, 2023
    10
    3rd best zelda game so still 10/10. dungeons are the best in the series and midna is amazing
  13. ZackH25
    May 4, 2023
    10
    The most cinematic Zelda game there has ever been. Combat is fun and there is so many items to choose from. The story and journey was a masterclass of design. The dungeons are up there with the very best in the series- Arbiters ground and Snowpeak ruins are certainly up there. The final boss fight at the end is the best final boss fight I have ever played - essentially a 4 phase bossThe most cinematic Zelda game there has ever been. Combat is fun and there is so many items to choose from. The story and journey was a masterclass of design. The dungeons are up there with the very best in the series- Arbiters ground and Snowpeak ruins are certainly up there. The final boss fight at the end is the best final boss fight I have ever played - essentially a 4 phase boss fight. The open world is also great and vast but can feel somewhat empty at times. Also although this does make the game feel more epic the start of the game can be quite slow and the killing shadow bugs part of the game can also be annoying. Also there is a vast enemy variety to fight against. Overall a masterpiece of a game.… Expand
  14. 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 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 whichIt 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
  15. draxter
    Feb 21, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. definitivamente es mi segundo juego de Zelda favorito, se arriesgaron a tomar un entorno mucho más sombrío, fue un fantástico juego que saliera para el final de la época de Gamecube, creando una versión especial para esta consola con link zurdo, el apartado artístico, la música wow que más decir de su soundtrack más que una completa maravilla que te acompaña por toda la aventura, si les puedo dar un consejo es que lean el manda de esta aventura, lo cual también es una obra maestra , nada más que decir que gracias por horas de entretención y de expandir mi imaginación os amo.… Expand
  16. Filipe69
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Jeu magnifique, histoire sensationnel avec une pression durant tout le long du jeu !
  17. hileger
    Dec 3, 2022
    5
    Какое же говнище 3д Зельды , с какого столько хайпа, botw еще получилась на семерку но эти всякие мажоры со смазкой ,карина и псариаз ХУЕТА
  18. Evenstar1985
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    What else can I say about this game, this was perfect mix of Ocarina/Majoras combined, nostalgic while exploring and turning dark as the story progresses, the new moves you learn are so well designed and control, and the wolf mechanic was an excellent addition to the series, story was great and emotional at the end, amazing music, just everything about this game for me was a great adventure.
  19. NAYKEN
    Oct 15, 2022
    7
    Another zelda game that is exaggerated with the legendary Ocarina of time effect. Let's move on to the review without talking too much. The mechanics and gameplay are very diverse, yes, but it repeats itself too much. All the items you get in the game cannot go beyond making you do the same things throughout the game. You also use the boss of the dungeon where you bought the item. dungeonAnother zelda game that is exaggerated with the legendary Ocarina of time effect. Let's move on to the review without talking too much. The mechanics and gameplay are very diverse, yes, but it repeats itself too much. All the items you get in the game cannot go beyond making you do the same things throughout the game. You also use the boss of the dungeon where you bought the item. dungeon fights are unbelievably mediocre, completely repetitive and simple, in the open world where you use items, they do not work except for ridiculous collectibles. The fighting mechanics of the game are completely ocarina of time copy, no development. As for the map and section designs, the game makes you use the teleport in a limited way until the end of the game and this a big problem, as for the dungeon designs, you go straight as if you are in a closed box and you always do the same things, the game repeats itself incredibly. The duration of the game is quite long compared to the zelda games, but you get bored while playing it because it repeats itself. , about 20 hours of the game combined with the unnecessarily long and repetitive gameplay makes it an incredibly boring game to play. As for the score, Twilight Princess is a mediocre game, nothing new and very ordinary 73/100… Expand
  20. Mark6440
    Oct 13, 2022
    8
    the game was good overall, but the puzzle was very confusing to me i had to look most of the puzzles up on youtube
  21. YokoHugo
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
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  22. ylnylmn
    Jul 17, 2022
    10
    Probably my favorite Zelda game after OOT. It has added all the features that OOT is good at. 40-50 hours of gameplay. wide world. Excellent dungeon designs. Musics. Nice story, atmosphere and some scary cutscanes. The one-eyed being who always accompanies us. The fact that we can use different mechanics with our transformation into a wolf. Like sense. Like we can talk to animals. UsingProbably my favorite Zelda game after OOT. It has added all the features that OOT is good at. 40-50 hours of gameplay. wide world. Excellent dungeon designs. Musics. Nice story, atmosphere and some scary cutscanes. The one-eyed being who always accompanies us. The fact that we can use different mechanics with our transformation into a wolf. Like sense. Like we can talk to animals. Using different combat mechanics with Hidden skills. Lots of items we can use. Some puzzles were very good. Everything was very good. It's just that the game gets too dark at night, that's my only complaint. But that doesn't stop me from giving 10 points.… Expand
  23. joadson
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    A really awesome game with a dark atmosphere and unique to the franchise, a really spectacular and fun game
  24. ElRagnarLocro
    Mar 31, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Zelda TP es hermoso y memorable, y tiene varios de los momentos más épicos de la saga. Además, mejora mucho en jugabilidad y propone la vuelta de Epona para pasearse en caballo por los grandes terrenos de Hyrule, que siempre es tan divertido. Sin embargo, se siente que el juego va de mayor a menor: Arranca lento pero bien, y luego da un salto donde a cada zona que exploramos se pone mejor y mejor, hasta que llegado el 70% del juego mas o menos se empieza a estancar y ofrece los tramos más aburridos del juego, aunque intercalando por algunos muy buenos.
    Párrafo aparte para el Templo del Tiempo, sin dudas y por diferencia el peor templo de toda la saga Zelda. Extremadamente lineal y muy aburrido, con el agravante de que el momento previo a entrar, donde volvemos al Templo del Tiempo de Ocarina of Time con su música y todo luego de colocar la Espada Maestra, dejan al jugador en un éxtasis y expectativa que después se convierte en la mayor decepción que me dio alguna vez un Zelda (y creo que la única).
    Nota final: 8.8    … Expand
  25. Marwans
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    How can I describe this game, it is extremely beautiful, with the protagonist (Link) giving his life for his friends an act of bravery, its design, its music, it is simply beautiful.
  26. Aluk
    Feb 10, 2022
    10
    Excelente juego, unos de los mejores de la saga
    Excellent game, one of the best of the saga
  27. Thejodjeremie
    Dec 5, 2021
    7
    I finished the game after 40 hours and I enjoyed it although I did feel like the game was a little too long.
  28. CrispyBaconBitz
    Sep 1, 2021
    8
    Would recommend. It is great fun. Enemies are at a perfect difficulty, you feel like you are fighting monsters and not d&d figures. Story and characters are compelling and equipment and weapons are fun to use and are smart.
  29. dakubree
    Aug 24, 2021
    10
    In my opinion, the best Zelda experience, perfectioning the Ocarina of Time formula.
    Beautiful dark art style, nice soundtrack and a great narrative. Probably with the most challenging puzzles of the saga. The combat system gets more enjoyable as you progress through the story.
    Simply one of the best videogames of history, will leave you marked.
  30. SimonHofling
    Jul 30, 2021
    7
    The main dissapointing element in this game is the wolf-parts that are boring and something you want to be done with as fast as possible. Apart from that the game is pretty good, altough it feels less adventorous than other Zelda games; I didn't feel the same enjoyment exploring the world and looking for items. The music is also somewhat bland comparing to most Zelda titles. I struggledThe main dissapointing element in this game is the wolf-parts that are boring and something you want to be done with as fast as possible. Apart from that the game is pretty good, altough it feels less adventorous than other Zelda games; I didn't feel the same enjoyment exploring the world and looking for items. The music is also somewhat bland comparing to most Zelda titles. I struggled between giving this game a 7 or an 8, so consider this a strong 7. It is worth playing but it's not the best Zelda game out there. Still miles ahead of the overrated BOTW though.… Expand
  31. tukumalu
    Jul 21, 2021
    8
    I think almost everyone here is overating the game. It was good yes but there were quite a few problems with the game. 1st. Grahpics- I had no problem with most of the graphics, they were very detailed and amazing. 2nd-Gameplay- I was glad they finally made Link leanr moves, that was a very good improvement to this game. Some of the controls were a bit irritating and every boss in the gameI think almost everyone here is overating the game. It was good yes but there were quite a few problems with the game. 1st. Grahpics- I had no problem with most of the graphics, they were very detailed and amazing. 2nd-Gameplay- I was glad they finally made Link leanr moves, that was a very good improvement to this game. Some of the controls were a bit irritating and every boss in the game was immensly easy. but other then that I didnt have to much of a problem. 3rd- music This was a big dissapiontment in certain ways. some of the music I was so happy to hear because it was from OOT. It gave me old memories, but then the rest was just annoyingat times. They could have had time to make it orchestrated.… Expand
  32. Asdrubbale
    Jul 17, 2021
    10
    What amazing display of tradition and innovation! Every single features of this game is designed to make you feel part of the world and story. In the very first part there is a tutorial part but it is functional to the plot and improve the feeling of being part of the village community. Most of the ideas that make Ocarina great have improved and evolved. Midna is the best Link partner everWhat amazing display of tradition and innovation! Every single features of this game is designed to make you feel part of the world and story. In the very first part there is a tutorial part but it is functional to the plot and improve the feeling of being part of the village community. Most of the ideas that make Ocarina great have improved and evolved. Midna is the best Link partner ever made. Themes and game design make this chapter one of the best of Zelda's saga ever.… Expand
  33. Leviderwolf
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    It is a so nicht gemeint and my first zelda there are so nice dungeons and Good gameplay but ich trinke not the best first zelda wich You can Player because at sometimes is it hard and looks random what you have to do.
  34. gAmmE_cRiTiC
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    Honestly, one of the best game ever. Personally in my opinion best Zelda game.
    Yes, it was a slow start but that what makes you have a bound to the characters. Unique art style like dark and scary which makes it soo differentiable. One of a kind game honestly, not only that it teaches you a lot of things. You will learn a lot of things in this game. Insane game reply like as soon as I    Honestly, one of the best game ever. Personally in my opinion best Zelda game.
    Yes, it was a slow start but that what makes you have a bound to the characters. Unique art style like dark and scary which makes it soo differentiable. One of a kind game honestly, not only that it teaches you a lot of things. You will learn a lot of things in this game. Insane game reply like as soon as I finished the game I wanted to play the game again. Music-wise wow like couldn't be better. I wish they make a remake version with better graphics. Love the game a lot.    … Expand
  35. Leviata_Reis
    May 27, 2021
    9
    Zelda Twilight Princess e um jogo muito bom . E logico que a jogabilidade melhorou em comparação ao Nintendo 64 , e as musica tambem continuam otimas . O jogo pecou em transformar o Link em lobo , e chato jogar com lobo . As missões das Masmorras são repetitivas , andar no castelo , chegar na penultima sala pra pegar a chave final , e derrotar o boss , se tornando previsivel osZelda Twilight Princess e um jogo muito bom . E logico que a jogabilidade melhorou em comparação ao Nintendo 64 , e as musica tambem continuam otimas . O jogo pecou em transformar o Link em lobo , e chato jogar com lobo . As missões das Masmorras são repetitivas , andar no castelo , chegar na penultima sala pra pegar a chave final , e derrotar o boss , se tornando previsivel os acontecimentos . E infelizmente a Princessa Zelda foi rebaixada nesse jogo , dando destaque a uma outra Princessa amaldiçoada .… Expand
  36. Linkray
    May 3, 2021
    10
    Indeed, this is a "must to play" game, i feel this chapter like an "ocarina of time 2" because use things like the music and some areas that remembers (to the player) the ocarina of time fields. This is an awesome game.
  37. MrRipper146
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    Such an amazing experience. This is first The Legend of Zelda game I have ever played and i liked it so much. I always wanted to start tLoZ franchise and i think this is the best entrance to the franchise. I played it in 2020 and its not aged at all. The resolution is aged yes but compared to the other 7th generation games, it looks fascinating. If it's a problem to you, you can just playSuch an amazing experience. This is first The Legend of Zelda game I have ever played and i liked it so much. I always wanted to start tLoZ franchise and i think this is the best entrance to the franchise. I played it in 2020 and its not aged at all. The resolution is aged yes but compared to the other 7th generation games, it looks fascinating. If it's a problem to you, you can just play the HD version on Wii u. Definitely a must to play masterpiece.… Expand
  38. Dom007
    Mar 22, 2021
    10
    This game is my favourite Zelda game of all time alongside BOTW. This game has arguably the best dungeons and bosses in the Loz franchise capturing that sense of epicness and atmosphere. The atmosphere is apparent in every dungeon you go to. Places like the city in the sky blow you away in terms of how beautiful it looks whilst places such as the palace of twilight give you that sense ofThis game is my favourite Zelda game of all time alongside BOTW. This game has arguably the best dungeons and bosses in the Loz franchise capturing that sense of epicness and atmosphere. The atmosphere is apparent in every dungeon you go to. Places like the city in the sky blow you away in terms of how beautiful it looks whilst places such as the palace of twilight give you that sense of disturbance as if your in a completely different world you don't belong in. The dungeons are hard but not particularly frustrating or over complicated unlike majoras masks great bay temple which is just pure frustration.The bosses whilst not particularly hard are just fun and memorable to fight. Bosses like stallord, Zant and the final boss are just brilliant because of their large variety in phases, attacks and different types of arena's. The gameplay diversity is great as well. Whilst Ocarina of time may just surpass it in terms of gameplay down to the fact it makes a greater use of all its items. TP brings in some newer items such as the spinner and the ball and chain which makes the dungeons even better to progress through. Wolf link also makes the gameplay more diverse than it already is. By giving the player the opportunity to explore and cleanse the twilight. Then you have the story. Great characters, great cutscenes, great diologue, a great villain, the mystery of the twilight and past events and an epic finale followed by and emotional end. This game only gets better and better the more you play it and to this day it is one of my most memorable gaming experiences I've ever had.… Expand
  39. ShinyS
    Mar 16, 2021
    10
    just perfect. bigger world than ocarina of time, the music, story, gameplay is amazing and theres so many things that you can do!! personally i like to go fishing.
  40. Resunoit
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    Very good legend of Zelda game. In fact, I’d consider it the best out of all of them.
  41. xNAMx10
    Sep 3, 2020
    10
    easily my favorite game of all time, near perfect game. would've liked a tiny bit more side quests and a little more deeper combat but thats me knitpicking cause i cant think of anything to dislike. Story is 10/10 one of the only stories i've cried for
  42. Mateusdsp
    Aug 19, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo que já joguei.
    Praticamente não consigo vê nenhum defeito no jogo. 11/10
  43. Vados07
    Jul 31, 2020
    0
    This game doesn't deserve the praise it gets. It's a shallow, rehashed, soulless reimagination of OoT that tried to appear dark and mature, but ended up on the complete opposite end as far as gameplay goes.
    Items are lose their utility immediately after each dungeon. Combat is boring due to the insane lack of difficulty, as well as Link's overall sluggish movement. The overworld is ugly    This game doesn't deserve the praise it gets. It's a shallow, rehashed, soulless reimagination of OoT that tried to appear dark and mature, but ended up on the complete opposite end as far as gameplay goes.
    Items are lose their utility immediately after each dungeon. Combat is boring due to the insane lack of difficulty, as well as Link's overall sluggish movement. The overworld is ugly and only has collectibles that are rupees, or bugs/ghosts that lead to more rupees....which you can't spend on a whole lot. The wolf is a gimmick, so bad you might think they stole it from a sonic game. The story has horrible pacing and is filled to the brim with plotholes. Characters are shallow and unlikable.

    The only good thing about the game, is that the dungeons all have unique themes...too bad that they all have the same layout and follow the same repetitive item formula.

    Toilet Princess is a disgrace to this franchise and the only reason why people like it, is because they're blinded by nostalgia. It's garbage.    … Expand
  44. harklept
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    The larger, grander scale version of Ocarina of Time. Whatever limitations were in place due to the N64, have been worked on for the last game from Nintendo for the Gamecube. Larger world, longer story, better music, dark story both thematically and literally. Easily one of the best Zelda games, and one of the best Gamecube games. Masterclass of game design.

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  45. Jessicaw
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    This is a great dark themed Zelda game, though it is definitely not very original for a story other than Midna. Still a great experience that was well worth my time.
  46. doramaramaramar
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Unique setting, cute characters, dark fairytale atmosphere. Probably the best story in the Zelda series. But backtracking in this game is really frustrating.
  47. Kakadu
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    This is not only one of the best Zelda games but one of the best games ever made. Just brilliant, fun with a great soundtrack and amzing story and characters. A masterpiece without doubt!
  48. RonRocker777
    Mar 5, 2020
    5
    Un Zelda sobrevalorado. Si bien no es malo, tampoco es tan bueno. Para empezar, los controles de Epona son horribles, en especial en la pelea del puente. El ambiente oscuro que tiene todo el juego, hace perder la magia de los otros Zeldas más "coloridos". Una trama que trata de emocionar, pero que en ningún momento emociona tanto como BOTW, o el aclamado OoT, Majora´s Mask, etc.
    Tiene    Un Zelda sobrevalorado. Si bien no es malo, tampoco es tan bueno. Para empezar, los controles de Epona son horribles, en especial en la pelea del puente. El ambiente oscuro que tiene todo el juego, hace perder la magia de los otros Zeldas más "coloridos". Una trama que trata de emocionar, pero que en ningún momento emociona tanto como BOTW, o el aclamado OoT, Majora´s Mask, etc.
    Tiene cosas buenas claro, como los calabozos, el cambio de Link a lobo, pero le faltó bastante. //

    An overrated Zelda. While it's not bad, it's not that good either. First, Epona's controls are horrible, especially in the bridge fight. The dark atmosphere that has the whole game, makes lose the magic of the other more "colorful" Zelda's games. A plot that tries to thrill, but at no time excited as much as BOTW, or the acclaimed OoT, Majora´s Mask, etc.
    He has good things of course, like the dungeons, the change from Link to wolf, but he lacked a lot.    … Expand
  49. carinbacklund
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    One of my favourite Zelda games. Love this game so much! I really enjoy the design and the colors. It's so mysterious and dark in the best kind of way.
  50. Liam_Lindh
    Jun 26, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece. Everything was unique, amazing and great entertainment. If you’re looking for a game almost as good as ocarina of time, this is for you!
  51. MXChampagnepapi
    Jun 25, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece, one more from the greatest saga ever created, now whit more challenging dungeons, epic enemies and whitout zelda this time, a really cool refresh to tloz games and a must to play for any gamer, a truly masterpiece.
  52. Azantii
    Apr 24, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A solid entry to the 3D Zelda series, but not without its caveats.

    OPENING
    Twilight Princess features what is essentially a double opening - one to introduce you to Link, the Hero of Twilight, and another to display the best (which admittedly isn't much) of his new wolf form. While it appears to many to be a slog, I am of the opinion that it opens the game near-perfectly, balancing the two forms while making an opening still better than the pain that was Skyward Sword's opening hours.

    STYLE
    Twilight Princess's more somber and muddled atmosphere is a knee-jerk reaction to the negative attention brought to The Wind Waker's cartoon cel-shading. It's a love-it-or-hate-it, controversial style, and while it accurately reflects the game's tone, it remains drab and colorless sans a few dungeons and hidden areas. The GameCube-realism style has also aged quite awfully.

    OVERWORLD
    Hyrule is more packed than ever before, with enemies left and right, Epona combat on a new level, a bustling Castle Town area, and puzzles scattered all around. Unfortunately, the grass textures are boring and lame, somewhat remedied by the standout and memorable Field theme. There's not much to do as Wolf Link, however, which seems to be a trend throughout the game. The Tears of Light are too abundant and tend to miss their point (introducing the player to a new area), instead becoming a bit boring and tedious.

    DUNGEONS
    Link adventures through several of the series's best dungeons - Lakebed Temple showing off a surprisingly complex interconnected spinning staircase puzzle, Arbiter's Grounds uniquely using the Wolf form for a Poe hunt and the underappreciated Spinner to ride around the dungeon, Snowpeak Temple and City in the Sky displaying new mechanics with excellent atmosphere, and Hyrule Castle tying each mechanic together in a great tie-up to the game. The other dungeons, while less notable, are still stellar for the most part despite getting a bit caught up in the Zelda formula.

    ENEMIES and BOSSES
    Twilight Princess is NOT difficult. Despite this, it has excellent enemy variety (a nice compliment to Breath of the Wild's bland "Bokoblin, Moblin, Bokoblin, Moblin" pattern) showcased just by the mere presence of the Bulblins, enemies that appear only once more (in the often neglected Spirit Tracks). Most enemies are creatively designed to fit with the game's more realistically textured atmosphere while using attack patterns that bring out the best of Link's expanded combat capabilities - my favorite example being the Darknuts. On the topic of bosses, while not very difficult, the designs are stunning and unique. Stallord, Blizzeta, Zant, and the many phases of Ganondorf, while (again) not difficult make up for it in just how darn fun they are. Unfortunately, there are Morpheel and Diababa, who flop. The minibosses are great as well, my favorites being Death Sword (for his use of Wolf Link) and Skull Kid.

    COMBAT
    Link: Awesome. Wolf Link: Meh, okay. Link sports many Hidden Skills that he can learn from his Ocarina of Time ancestor throughout the game that are fun to use and fun to watch unfold. They're more interactive than Wind Waker's "skills," thankfully. Wolf Link, on the other hand, sees some nice use with scents and Poes, but otherwise feels a bit too cheesy and forced in. He's never really given a time to shine.

    STORY
    This is where Twilight Princess distinguishes itself. The devs ditch the annoying companions for Midna, who has a real and tangible character arc and isn't annoying. Zelda, while serving as a key character who brings on some tear-jerking moments midgame, serves as more of a Triforce-obligation as Midna takes center stage. While I won't spoil every detail, the story of Twilight Princess is highlighted by memorable characters and memorable enemies. The big bad seems to be the outcast Twili dictator Zant, who wishes to take Hyrule for his own and cast a twilight shadow over the land. However, halfway through the game it is revealed that Zant is being manipulated by none other than Ganondorf, the King of Thieves himself. This is a very widely criticized plot twist, often cited as happening at the end of the game and for ruining a perfectly good villain (Zant). I disagree entirely, with the former claim being untrue (Ganondorf was shown as early as the Arbiter's Grounds) and the latter being misguided - Zant's manipulation is a key part of his character, just as his shift to insanity was (an equally criticized and controversial move). While some say the Twilight Palace scene makes Zant look like a "manbaby," I say it shows his true character - a lunatic, a fanatic, and someone who knows that he is done for and only tries to use the last of his power - but fails, as always. Plus, he gets some redemption at the end by snapping his own neck to kill off Dorf for good!    … Expand
  53. CalebTV
    Dec 21, 2018
    10
    Twilight princess is my favorite zelda game. It is the pinnacle of level design. It has a great story. The companion character, midna, is amazing. It has a tone in between ocarina of time and majora's mask. Not too dark, not too fun and happy. Although ocarina of time had some creepy parts the ending wasn't as satisfying as twilight princess. The dungeons and items are great. SnowpeakTwilight princess is my favorite zelda game. It is the pinnacle of level design. It has a great story. The companion character, midna, is amazing. It has a tone in between ocarina of time and majora's mask. Not too dark, not too fun and happy. Although ocarina of time had some creepy parts the ending wasn't as satisfying as twilight princess. The dungeons and items are great. Snowpeak ruins is my favorite zelda dungeon ever. Zant is a silly villain. Even though ganondorf comes in and that's cool, zant was a pretty cool villain. Princess Zelda fights and knows sacrifice. She feels very royal and a badass. Ordon village is easily my favorite starting village. The opening section is very boring however. You are trying to rescue the children who have been followed by bulblins and shadow beasts. The twilight realm is a great dark experience. I also love the combat system. Especially with Midna and Wolf Link. It also has great boss battles, especially the final boss. The wii u version is the best version of the game.… Expand
  54. Vectis99
    Oct 26, 2018
    8
    A charming, structured adventure. Takes a very formulaic approach to gameplay, but it is executed very well. Graphically, the game has a very weird and fun style with a great diversity of environments. Otherwise, the game is mechanically mediocre.
  55. masterbraz
    Oct 2, 2018
    10
    this game is the best Zelda game I have ever played it has a ton or variety and the story is engaging and interesting the controls are great and smooth when i finish this game I go back and do it again because its that good
  56. jelikey
    Sep 16, 2018
    9
    As soon as I first popped Twilight Princess into my Gamecube I fell in love with it. The Hyrule of this game is arguably my favorite out of all of the games, as its huge expanses and beautiful visuals make it truly epic. While the story is somewhat odd at first and the side quest system is a little lacking, the locales, gameplay, and amazing visuals really complete the game and turn it
  57. superpyro296
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    C'est l'un des meilleurs jeux que j'ai joué dans ma vie. Vous en aurez pour plus de 40-50 heures à compléter la quête. Les graphiques sont magnifiques pour un jeu de Game Cube. Voilà, ce jeu mérite sa moyenne de 96%
  58. Andremax
    Jul 15, 2018
    9
    Incredible. Sometimes it remembers Ocarina of time, principally in fun, well-made quests which gives player a will to explore it and keep playing the game over and over. The only problem of this game is transforming in wolf, when it is required, it's very boring. In exception of this, game is spetacular and very funny.
  59. phoamsw0rd13
    Jul 5, 2018
    10
    My favorite game of all time! The story is incredible, the combat system is the best of any game I've ever played, the dungeons and their respective bosses all rank among the series' best (save for Snowpeak Ruins), and Midna might be my favorite character in a game ever. This is the game that made me fall in love with Zelda, and with gaming as a whole.
  60. Pakon
    Jun 16, 2018
    10
    Absolutely loved it. An outstanding Legend of Zelda game with spectacular story and great gameplay.
  61. ktjayhawk77
    Jun 14, 2018
    10
    Not only is this my favorite Zelda game, but is also my favorite game of all time. I know that says a lot, but almost everything about this game is perfect. I’m all about dungeons in Zelda games and this easily has the best and most creative in the series. There’s never a dungeon that I don’t look forward to playing, and there are a lot of dungeons compared to other Zelda titles. TheNot only is this my favorite Zelda game, but is also my favorite game of all time. I know that says a lot, but almost everything about this game is perfect. I’m all about dungeons in Zelda games and this easily has the best and most creative in the series. There’s never a dungeon that I don’t look forward to playing, and there are a lot of dungeons compared to other Zelda titles. The gameplay is also top notch, I love racing through Hyrule Field on Epona and taking out enemies while I ride by them. Learning the different sword techniques is also awesome-the swordplay in this game is the best in any Zelda game to date. Gameplay is great, and the soundtrack is even good. A lot of people hated the wolf sections but they only make up a small fraction of the game, and are honestly pretty fun in my opinion. Midna is also the best companion in a Zelda game - she has a deep back story and isn’t annoying af like Navi in OOT. If there was one gripe with this game the only thing I could think of is the whole twilight story that covers Hyrule during the first part of the game-just seemed kinda vague and not very “scary” like it is supposed to be. If you’re a fan of a decently long Zelda game with top notch dungeons, great gameplay, and a ton of replay value, pick this game up immediately, you won’t be disappointed!… Expand
  62. forevernes
    May 20, 2018
    9
    The legend of zelda más oscuro y con un estilo de arte realista, buscando imitar a ocarina of time, cosa que lo convierte simplemente en uno de los Zelda menos inspirados de todos, en consecuencia no logra sorprender a pesar de ser un excelente juego 9/10
  63. Trintexx
    Jan 2, 2018
    9
    I love this game. It was my first experience with a 3D Zelda and the best i made so far. The soundtrack is awesome, especially the popular "Midnas Lament" and the dungeons and the overworld are beautiful designed. Almost everything is good at this game and I highly recommend everybody to play this masterpiece of the video game history.
  64. CyberRobotnix
    Dec 19, 2017
    10
    This game is a gem, indisputably one of the best RPG/Adventure game I have ever played and contrary to many's beliefs it has both a better story than Ocarina of Time and a darker environment than Majora Mask if we are being objective, however all games cited previously are excellent too.

    This game despite being a game that I love a lot has a lot of things that disappoints me:    This game is a gem, indisputably one of the best RPG/Adventure game I have ever played and contrary to many's beliefs it has both a better story than Ocarina of Time and a darker environment than Majora Mask if we are being objective, however all games cited previously are excellent too.

    This game despite being a game that I love a lot has a lot of things that disappoints me:

    Firstly, there's something I dislike about this game particularly and that thing being furry link wolf. It is ruining the gameplay.

    The wolf cannot: Buy items, use items and talk to civilians.

    Midna that imp sounds like a retarded teenager hate mongering **** Imagine Hillary Clinton, that's who Midna is. She only thinks for herself and nobody else. The two unique things that make her "likable" is the pity you have for her after getting rekt by a psycho called Zant and the spicy hot girl nearby the end of the game. I honestly prefered navi, it was trying to be helpful.

    Zant is as likable as Ghirahim, psychotic as **** to the point of being a character good for the trash. Making psychotic characters as villain won't make them good villain dear Nintendo.

    In the other hand, Zant has an excellent backstory, better than Zelda's despite being the centre of attention in the franchise (Note that even Impa has a more interesting backstory than Zelda so it's not that big of an exploit).

    Well, that's pretty much it with the problems. It has in the other hand too many pros to get anything else besides 10/10 notably more items than the previous Zeldas.    … Expand
  65. bellonman
    Jun 1, 2017
    10
    The game truly brought me back to the world of The Legend Of Zelda. The gothic visuals bring new life to a series that is known for it's fair share of changes. They also expand on gameplay from previous games, making Twilight Princess one of the best in terms of gameplay. The music, what else is there really to say; it's The Legend Of Zelda.
  66. LifeHistory
    May 15, 2017
    6
    Just like all the other Zelda games this game is crazy overrated. I really don't understand all the Zelda love because these games does nothing special at all.
    OK I understand that Ocarina of Time was really cool at that time but still not the world best game at all. And all the Zelda games that came after it like this Twilight Princess is just another remake of Ocarina of Time and brings    Just like all the other Zelda games this game is crazy overrated. I really don't understand all the Zelda love because these games does nothing special at all.
    OK I understand that Ocarina of Time was really cool at that time but still not the world best game at all. And all the Zelda games that came after it like this Twilight Princess is just another remake of Ocarina of Time and brings nothing new to the table nothing special with the same style and ideas.

    Cons:
    -Repetitive gameplay.
    -No voice acting what so ever.
    -Most of dungeons are boring backtracking.
    -Boring characters that they almost not existing.
    -The story and the characters are VERY childish and VERY BAD and BORING that does not give me the mood to keep playing.
    -Gimmic combat.

    All in all its playable an average game to play its mostly just puzzles and puzzles and even more puzzles that pretty much all you do the whole game. There are so many games that are much better adventure games and gives much better experience. But Nintendo fanboys are just lying to themselves to think that Zelda is the best out there.    … Expand
  67. Focaccia
    Apr 28, 2017
    3
    This game is my least favourite Zelda game, it has too many flaws to be enjoyable. I didn't enjoy the fact that items were only used in the dungeon they were found in (the spinner in arbitrer's grounds for example). The story is okay, the soundtrack is disappointing (it's not even orchestrated), the graphics have aged less well than Wind Waker's graphics, and the Wolf Link sections areThis game is my least favourite Zelda game, it has too many flaws to be enjoyable. I didn't enjoy the fact that items were only used in the dungeon they were found in (the spinner in arbitrer's grounds for example). The story is okay, the soundtrack is disappointing (it's not even orchestrated), the graphics have aged less well than Wind Waker's graphics, and the Wolf Link sections are long, tedious and boring. Also, the Boss battles are extremely easy and the AI is stupid, and for a game that's supposed to be "more mature" that's a letdown. The overworked may be huge, but it's empty. I'd rather play a game with a small but interesting overworld than spend hours crossing an emptying boring overworld. Do yourself a favour and skip this game, play Skyward Sword, or Ocarina of Time, those are much better.… Expand
  68. tsumasaki
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    twilight princess is a great game
    the dungeons are intersesting
    the history is fantastic
    link became wolf
    the art is wonderfull
    it is so great
    nintendo have lost your magic
    breath of the wild is a bad game
    skysward is another bad game
    would there will a game of zelda
    that be fun again.
  69. AnzMore
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    uno dei giochi migliori di sempre ma che risente un po del peso degli anni malgrado sia uno dei migliori titoli della saga ad oggi wind waker è molto più apprezzabile
  70. Linkfan
    Mar 6, 2017
    0
    This game is one of the worst Zelda games, it's not even a good game. The wolf link sections are SO boring. Hyrule field may seem massive, but it's actually empty.
  71. zkonedog
    Mar 2, 2017
    7
    Though I don't much consider myself a "gamer" anymore, I will always have a soft spot for the Zelda series, as I consider "Ocarina of Time" to be perhaps the greatest adventure game I've ever played. In recent years, I have tried playing through "Majora's Mask" (too difficult) and "Wind Waker" (the cartoonish animation never quite suited me) and came up disappointed both times. AfterThough I don't much consider myself a "gamer" anymore, I will always have a soft spot for the Zelda series, as I consider "Ocarina of Time" to be perhaps the greatest adventure game I've ever played. In recent years, I have tried playing through "Majora's Mask" (too difficult) and "Wind Waker" (the cartoonish animation never quite suited me) and came up disappointed both times. After always kind of knowing that "Twilight Princess" was compared favorable to Ocarina, I decide to final give it a try on my old Gamecube.

    First off, I have to say that I have not completed the game (and may not ever). My interests have shifted away from the video-game playing of my youth and I no longer seem to have the patience for long adventure games anymore. So, this review will be more about the "feeling" of the experience rather than the actual nuts and bolts of the game itself.

    That being said, I still wanted to comment on the quality of the game, as I could automatically tell that it was more kin to "Ocarina" than the previous two before it. The gameplay is basically the same (except now you get the horse right from the get-go!) and I could see similar themes between the two. "Twilight Princess" is set up as an epic adventure like "Ocarina", not a race against the clock ("Majora") or a swashbuckling cartoon ("Waker").

    I couldn't give this game the full five stars, however, because it still didn't "fit like a glove" like Ocarina still does. Call me an old curmudgeon or awash in nostalgia if you will (and both of those things are probably true!), but even to this day I can still take out "Ocarina" from time to time and it seems like I can completely get swept away in it each time. I didn't have that "complete buy-in" with "Twilight Princess". Was that more because of my own personal biases...or was it that "Ocarina" is still the gold standard? I'm not sure. Either way, that doubt was even to drop it to four stars instead of a sparkling five.

    Bottom line of what you need to know if you are considering giving this game a try: It plays more like "Ocarina" than any other game in the series to that point. If you were disappointed with the frantic pace of "Majora's Mask" or the cartoon-y nature of "Wind Waker", this game will "feel like Zelda" for you right away.    … Expand
  72. DreamEaglr
    Mar 1, 2017
    8
    Очень люблю эту часть, несмотря на все ее недостатки. Интересный сюжет. интересные персонажи, квесты и неплохие подземелья.
  73. ori123
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played this before playing ocarina of time so for me the final boss was just amazing especially the final sword fight with ganondorf, ha! after thinking about it a little i realized that the final boss fight in assassins creed 1 is a direct rip off from it (or so it would seem, with the enemy having an over length sword which you cant block and the only way in which to defeat him is to constantly roll around so that you can get behind him to attack:) none the less both games i totally enjoyed it.… Expand
  74. SuperMarioBro
    Aug 5, 2016
    4
    My freind say - this game good... no, just - NO. Because there - **** long start, and leeeeeame gameplay, but good storyline - yes, and maybe good locations. But i must say - this game... Piese of GAY ****
  75. GamecubeLover
    Jul 13, 2016
    10
    I do think the gamecube version is a bit better than the wii u and wii version but nobody cared about the gamecube when this released on the gamecube. People moved onto the wii. Sad isn't it that it ain't more beloved, this is the best version out of the 3.
  76. EpicLadySponge
    May 17, 2016
    10
    There was a GameCube version of Twilight Princess? Oh well, at least it joins with the Wii version to make the ultimate 10 combo and it makes a great Zelda game to pick up for playing. GameCube or Wii, doesn't matter.
  77. yoshistar456
    Mar 22, 2016
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time, along with Super Mario 64. This is my favorite Zelda game of all time. First off, let's start off with some of this game's problems. And trust me, there's very little wrong with this game in my opinion. Some of the bosses in this game are so unbelievably easy. However, this doesn't bug me, since unlike any other Zelda game, these battles were epic andOne of my favorite games of all time, along with Super Mario 64. This is my favorite Zelda game of all time. First off, let's start off with some of this game's problems. And trust me, there's very little wrong with this game in my opinion. Some of the bosses in this game are so unbelievably easy. However, this doesn't bug me, since unlike any other Zelda game, these battles were epic and amazing. Sure, they were easy, but I still remembered every single one of them. (Except for the first boss. I don't even remember what it's name was.) Next, the graphics. I love this game, but I enjoyed Wind Waker's graphics a lot more. Twilight Princess tries to look realistic, but some characters look like they either came from a certain anime, or they look like they came from a cartoon. Alright, now let's discuss the positives. First, the overworld. This is my favorite Hyrule field in the series. The music that plays in the background while you're in this field is amazing. Also, the dungeon design is arguably the best in the series, as some of the puzzles can really stump you. Even the first dungeon is amazing! The soundtrack can either be atmospheric or adventurous. Despite criticizing the graphics earlier, I really liked them and I think it's very good for the Gamecube. And the story, it's arguably the best story in any Zelda game I've ever played. In conclusion, This is my favorite Zelda game, and one of my favorite games of all time.… Expand
  78. skymati18
    Jan 4, 2016
    7
    es muy buen juego porque no me parece una obra maestra y con ser el mejor zelda de la historia, para mi el juego es muy lineal.facil, un campo gigante pero con nada de exploracion .Muy sobrevalorado
  79. KeybladeJordan
    Nov 5, 2015
    10
    Twilight Princess is one of my all time favorite games period! Even though the Zelda franchise has multiple masterpieces, Twilight Princess defines that word in a newer more unique way that sets apart from the others. Many of its dungeons, bosses and minibosses are arguably some of the very best in the entire series. It undoubtedly has the best fight mechanics for example you being able toTwilight Princess is one of my all time favorite games period! Even though the Zelda franchise has multiple masterpieces, Twilight Princess defines that word in a newer more unique way that sets apart from the others. Many of its dungeons, bosses and minibosses are arguably some of the very best in the entire series. It undoubtedly has the best fight mechanics for example you being able to bash enemies in the face with your shield or swing your sword while on horseback. And you can even ride giant boars in some places! It has likely the most breathtaking landscapes and sceneries. One of the largest and most immersive worlds in the series, filled with plenty of secrets. It literally has the best items as well as the easiest & quickest way to equip them. It has many of the best minigames. Most of all it has some of the best characters and Midna is UNDENIABLY the best companion to Link out of all the Zelda games. Best of all you get to turn into a wolf for a long list of reasons and uses that I won't go into. I could go on and on about what I love about this game. This game will truly stand the test of time. And let it be noted that whatever nitpicky problems anyone has with this game, they can expect them to be fixed in the remake. Which substantial evidence shows is almost certainly being made, despite Nintendo neither confirming or denying it. If only I owned a Wii U I would say that I can't for them to make it.… Expand
  80. TickleMinz
    Sep 3, 2015
    10
    Hands down, the best game I have ever played. Engaging, exciting and beautiful. This game develops a strong emotional bond with the player. The roleplaying is top notch perfect, you will see yourself as Link and you will be proud of what you achieve in game and how you protect your friends and fight your foes. This is the only game to make me cry when it ended. I've never enjoyed a gameHands down, the best game I have ever played. Engaging, exciting and beautiful. This game develops a strong emotional bond with the player. The roleplaying is top notch perfect, you will see yourself as Link and you will be proud of what you achieve in game and how you protect your friends and fight your foes. This is the only game to make me cry when it ended. I've never enjoyed a game anywhere near as much as I enjoyed this, and I've always felt this way about it, ever since I played it in December 2006.… Expand
  81. Rouce
    Aug 5, 2015
    10
    It has some flaws that are Zelda-typical mostly, like the overworld in between settlements being a little too empty for its size or that it's too easy - although you can counter the latter by not collecting heart containers from bosses (you can collect them later, they're staying in the boss room forever) or the "3 heart challenge".

    Other than that it's a great Zelda title. The story    It has some flaws that are Zelda-typical mostly, like the overworld in between settlements being a little too empty for its size or that it's too easy - although you can counter the latter by not collecting heart containers from bosses (you can collect them later, they're staying in the boss room forever) or the "3 heart challenge".

    Other than that it's a great Zelda title. The story and storytelling is just as the soundtrack epic, the art style is one of the most enjoyable in this series and the characters are really likeable, too. Especially Midna and her uncommon personality. The dungeons are of high quality and one of them (desert one) is one of my favourites all time. Without making a spoiler, the highlights are the item you get there and the boss fight.

    I wish that there'll be a remake one day correcting the existing flaws like being way too easy and adding more life to the vast overworld. Also improving the graphic to HD. It would truly make this game one of the best Zelda experiences ever.    … Expand
  82. 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 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. ItThis 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
  83. Aelvir
    Apr 1, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can't even begin to see how good people rate this game. I've been a long fan of the series and have played pretty much all of the Zelda games.
    Let me first of say that I hate the cheap cop-out they did with Armogohma. I was disappointed a great deal with when I finished the fight. Really Aonuma?that's the best you can come up with? Use the dominion rod on statue and it will hammer-fist him. repeat until dead. This is the most pivotal example of how heinous a change from the beta can ruin a boss-fight. What was it in the beta? A large chase scene with Gohma and a fight that was awesome. They didn't do this with other arachnid bosses/enemies in the Zelda-franchise, so, why now? The only reason I can think of to why they did this was to help with people who have Arachnaphobia. Well, if that;'s the case? Why is he even there?! if that is indeed the case why not just have a question prompt before playing the game for the first time to have the bossfight change depending on whether the player has arachnaphobia or not.
    When it comes to voices, it is so inconsistent. In the beta, Link was voiced by Hiyama, it didn't feature any rerecorded lines. They just put in his recycled lines from ssb:m. Now, alot of people were excited to see that Hiyama was still voicing Link. But, I could tell that that's not what it was. They used those recycled lines for Link for 1 of 2 reasons, (or both, perhaps) : "1 : Akira Sasanuma wasn't recruited quite yet. or 2 : Sasanuma hadn't recorded his lines yet." We were told that Link's voice is different because he's 'a different Link." and that he's not the "Hero of Time." That is quite true. Hell, in Majora's Mask, Hiyama played Zora/Fierce Deity Link, Takimoto Young Link/Deku Link. Now I'm all for that, but here's where a problem arises. Why in the world was Ganondorf's voice changed?! It is directly stated ingame that it is the same Ganondorf from during OoT, so why replace Takashi Nagasako (who officially voiced him in the beta. Chances are, though, that it was also recycled lines. But I have not seen anything of Ganondorf from the beta, as the beta is nearly impossible to play anymore. So, whether or not they used his Wind Waker, or, oot or ssm:m lines, ..I have no idea) But judging what they used for Link's, I would have to guess it would be his ssbm lines) with Hironori Miyata (Why Tingle?). If Nagasako was unavailable or they lost contact with him, I can understand that, but that is clearly not the case since he would later voice Demise. Did Hironori Miyata do a good Ganondorf? Not in the slightest. In fact, he sounds worse than another bad Nagasako replacement, Jin Urayama. Need I also say that when Miyata voices Ganondorf, he sounds like he has a cockroach infestation in his throat. He sounds like a desease-ridden zombie choking on samba dancers! I knwo, that didn't make sense. ..And neither did replacing Nagasako, let alone a far out of bounds replacement!
    What about Zelda? Was she changed? To my surprise, actually, no! With Link & Ganondorf's voices changed completely, Zelda remains unchanged?! Granted she has close to an Npc amount of voice lines, but still. Ganondorf doesn't really have much lines in this game either, yet his voice was changed. So, why was Jun Mizusawa not replaced like the others? With that logic, they could put in Hiyama and just have him voice him differently! Keep in mind if you look at all the renditions of OoT Link that Hiyama portayed he did him with a deeper tone as Adult Link&Fierce Deity, while at a higher tone for the younger rendition (SC2 being that one). Alot of people say Hiyama can't make him sound different without sounding like OoT link, but that's where they're wrong. Look at the way he portrayed Hiei in YyH, unless you know his voice like a master, you might not pick up on it. Hell, he's hardly recognizable in SoulCalbiur V!
    Out of ALL the games in the Zelda-franchise, it has the MOST mistranslated boss-names. Twilit Parasite:Diababa is actually Awoken Parasitic Species : Babarant. Twilit Igniter: Fyrus is Awoken Flame Beast: Magdoflamoth, Twilit Aquatic: Morpheel is Multi-feeler Genus: Octa-Eel, Twilit Fossil: Stallord is Resuscitated Ancient Dragon: Hahra-Zigant, Twilit Ice Mass: Blizzeta is Awoken Big/Great Lump/Mass of Ice: Freezahnya/Freezernya, Twilit Arachnid: Armogohma is Awoken Shell-eye: Shelled-Gohma, Twilight Dragon: Argorok is Awoken-wyvern: Nardobrea, but Usurper King: Zant seems to be translated properly Either way, for now that's the high points of the problems with it. Now, on with the game itself. The Story is pretty good. It's no masterpiece but it's pretty good. The Bomblings are just...No. The horseback attacks are a fine addition as well as the swinging while running is very lovely! Shame they never decided to reuse ever again. The bosses are pretty easy, but some are a decent challenge. The game itself doesn't have much replay value/enjoyability. But it can be quite enjoyable on a first-time playthrough.    … Expand
  84. Darko84
    Feb 3, 2015
    9
    Twilight Princess and RE4 are the only reason I've ever touched a GC.
    And it worth it, this game is just beautiful in every aspect.
    It's not only its graphics, story and music but the puzzles and difficulty this game has. You will enjoy it from beginning to the very end. The only reason this is not a 10, it's because this game is not the best of the Zelda franchise. That place belongs    Twilight Princess and RE4 are the only reason I've ever touched a GC.
    And it worth it, this game is just beautiful in every aspect.
    It's not only its graphics, story and music but the puzzles and difficulty this game has.
    You will enjoy it from beginning to the very end.
    The only reason this is not a 10, it's because this game is not the best of the Zelda franchise.
    That place belongs to Zelda: Ocarina of time.    … Expand
  85. MrCommonSense
    Jan 11, 2015
    10
    This game is one of the few games out there deserving to be called a masterpiece. It's dark and moody art style fits perfectly with the dark theme of the game and it's beautiful music fits perfectly. The enemies are creative and fantastic and the dungeons and their bosses are truly epic and well designed. All the gear you obtain will be used regularly as well unlike the other zelda gamesThis game is one of the few games out there deserving to be called a masterpiece. It's dark and moody art style fits perfectly with the dark theme of the game and it's beautiful music fits perfectly. The enemies are creative and fantastic and the dungeons and their bosses are truly epic and well designed. All the gear you obtain will be used regularly as well unlike the other zelda games where half of the items you get can only be of any use in one or two areas.

    Combat is fluid and easy to pick up and is fun and the boss battles actually require a little thought. overall this game is simply amazing and is honestly one of the last things that nintendo actually did right. You would have to be a tasteless reject to not love this game.    … Expand
  86. Dukemang
    Dec 10, 2014
    10
    When I first picked this game up and played it, it blew me away completely. The graphics and scenery of the game is breathtaking and the story will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire ride. One thing different from most Legend of Zelda games at the time is that you grow attracted to character much more and learn a lot of Link's personal life, which makes him so heroic and braveWhen I first picked this game up and played it, it blew me away completely. The graphics and scenery of the game is breathtaking and the story will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire ride. One thing different from most Legend of Zelda games at the time is that you grow attracted to character much more and learn a lot of Link's personal life, which makes him so heroic and brave throughout the game. It's worth every penny you spend on it and is an instant classic within the Zelda universe.… Expand
  87. ACM3PTS
    Nov 4, 2014
    10
    This is an awesome game, it has some of the strongest dungeons and bosses in the series. Midna is a character you actually care about and the story is great. The game-play is probably the best there has been and the music is as fantastic as always. I recommend this game to anyone who a Game-cube or a Wii.
  88. 4peaceK
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    My favorite Zelda game. It has best graphic, story, and everything in the Zelda series. Well people may have different opinion but for me It's one of the last gem in the Gamecube era.
  89. hon777
    Sep 20, 2014
    7
    This game did not live up to the hype. The moment that this game was announced on E3, my immediate reaction was "Oh my god, they decided to make a game that would surpass all other games like Ocarina!" Sadly, it did not live up to my expectations. The game felt too easy, even the hardest enemies became trivial and even the challenges felt as though they were merely testing my patience. TheThis game did not live up to the hype. The moment that this game was announced on E3, my immediate reaction was "Oh my god, they decided to make a game that would surpass all other games like Ocarina!" Sadly, it did not live up to my expectations. The game felt too easy, even the hardest enemies became trivial and even the challenges felt as though they were merely testing my patience. The world felt quite empty, there was literally not much to do in such a huge world. The thing is that in a huge world you have to make things to do and not just ride on Epona and go to your destination while not even having to look at the screen. It did not much to bring anything to the series. The controls were the same as Ocarina of Time, and the exploration did not compare to Wind Waker or the first Legend of Zelda.

    The few things they did do right though was the Gerudo Desert dungeon. Even today, that dungeon is one of the best dungeons in Zelda history. Some of the characters were memorable and vibrant (though not all), and the last thing is that the music and graphics in this game were absolutely gorgeous.    … Expand
  90. SwitSwat
    Sep 3, 2014
    10
    The amount of hate over the years for this game is incredible. I can't understand why so many people didn't like it. Although, I do admit the Wolf sections were pretty lame... but unique. The rest of the game shines, easily making it into my top 5 Zelda games of all time. The longest game in the series, and the darkest, Twilight Princess is a must-play for any Zelda fan or anyone who wantsThe amount of hate over the years for this game is incredible. I can't understand why so many people didn't like it. Although, I do admit the Wolf sections were pretty lame... but unique. The rest of the game shines, easily making it into my top 5 Zelda games of all time. The longest game in the series, and the darkest, Twilight Princess is a must-play for any Zelda fan or anyone who wants to get into the series. (The GC version is apparently regarded as superior to the Wii version by many... Sure, superior... because of the controls... Anything else? No? Ok then...)… Expand
  91. GamersInk
    Aug 24, 2014
    8
    Twilight Princess offers the quintessential Zelda experience. It has adventure. It has secrets. A large world worth exploring with characters that breath life into the world. Control wise, Twilight Princess handles well as any other Zelda game. It is the same z-targeting and timing passed gameplay since Ocarina of Time though it improves on it by adding an additional input method,Twilight Princess offers the quintessential Zelda experience. It has adventure. It has secrets. A large world worth exploring with characters that breath life into the world. Control wise, Twilight Princess handles well as any other Zelda game. It is the same z-targeting and timing passed gameplay since Ocarina of Time though it improves on it by adding an additional input method, finishing moves. In a similar way that the counter move in Wind Waker adds to combat in it, the finishing moves add style and satisfaction with every battle. The finishing moves also a form of progression of Link's power as each finishing move is more and more powerful than the last. It's a wonderful method to make combat get more impressive.

    In Twilight Princess exploration offers plenty of extra hours to the experience and the feeling of discovering that last collectable or that last heart piece is a wonderful moment. However, it is unfortunate that in a similar way to Wind Waker, Twilight Princess has very little content density in large portions of the map. So much of certain areas feel empty and meaningless beyond an intersection between two content dense areas, which tend to be temples. It makes the world feel fragmented and less whole. Another problem lies in some of the items, certain items are useless outside their temple and unfortunately in this game it seems to be more apparent then usual.

    Regardless with a standard Zelda story, new and old loveable characters, Twilight Princess offer a grand experience into the land of Hyrule.    … Expand
  92. DeathLeaper
    Aug 14, 2014
    10
    After Ocarina of Time my second favorite Zelda game. I really like the improved combat system and the dark design of this Zelda. A mixture of Ocarina of Time and Twilight Princess would make the perfect Zelda game.
  93. Galacta1310
    May 25, 2014
    10
    This is the best Zelda game I've played, Wind Waker and Ocarina of Time (Some of the best in the series according to others) just weren't as good compared to Twilight Princess in my opinion. The dungeons were creative and fun and the puzzles weren't to easy or extremely hard. The boss battles were also not to easy or too challenging. The NPCs had personality instead of feeling bland. ButThis is the best Zelda game I've played, Wind Waker and Ocarina of Time (Some of the best in the series according to others) just weren't as good compared to Twilight Princess in my opinion. The dungeons were creative and fun and the puzzles weren't to easy or extremely hard. The boss battles were also not to easy or too challenging. The NPCs had personality instead of feeling bland. But mostly the game had a great story line and focused the game around it. I've ranked this game #2 in my Top games list, it was just that good… Expand
  94. Eithi007
    Mar 30, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The legend of zelda twilight princess it is one of the best zelda game ever made you control link as usual and you know that you are the chosen one of the master sword the blade that gets sh't done then after you are attacked by some monsters you know midna a twili and from then it is very predictable, this game kicks ass, the new mechanics are the horseback combat, a dark tone pitch black graphics, a incredible story that is very dark, it is a T game so that makes it even cooler, difficult puzzles as usual, more items, side activities you can be a wolf, this game has everything thrown in it, just buy it you won't regret it.… Expand
  95. LegendOfLich
    Feb 13, 2014
    10
    I love this game of the series. I enjoyed it so much that I even played it over and over again. I know there are some that hate this game because of how dark it was. I understand, but its good to explore new things, and those new things made this great game. A Link To The Past was dark, and was an all time favorite as well. Same as Majoras Mask was dark as well. I say this game is justI love this game of the series. I enjoyed it so much that I even played it over and over again. I know there are some that hate this game because of how dark it was. I understand, but its good to explore new things, and those new things made this great game. A Link To The Past was dark, and was an all time favorite as well. Same as Majoras Mask was dark as well. I say this game is just amazing. I love the combat, bosses, enemies, SCENERY, and most of all the story. Sorry about this but, WHY MIDNA WHY. Anyways the story was so great in my opinion. I loved the bosses, they were too easy(HATED THAT PART), but they were si freaking fun to fight. I made copies of profiles so that when I wanted to, I could fight them again. They game never seems to bore me. I hope to see more successful Zelda games like this in the future. Great job Nintendo.… Expand
  96. Incarta
    Feb 8, 2014
    10
    Better than the Wii version, which the wiimote didn't work as well as I'd hoped for. This is a darker grittier zelda game and absorbs you in its fantasy.
  97. Augument
    Jan 22, 2014
    7
    The concept is there, the world is there. but the feeling isn't... I mean good story and grapichs? Go buy a movie guys... The sound is amazing as always and it's a big world but nothing to discover. It could just have been a savanah or a desert. wouldn't make any difference. Earlier Zelda games you could discover so much more and get rewarded for it. I don't feel like I'm getting rewardedThe concept is there, the world is there. but the feeling isn't... I mean good story and grapichs? Go buy a movie guys... The sound is amazing as always and it's a big world but nothing to discover. It could just have been a savanah or a desert. wouldn't make any difference. Earlier Zelda games you could discover so much more and get rewarded for it. I don't feel like I'm getting rewarded at all. And the mini games aren't so amusing either.... Just a shame to it's name. To easy, to boring. Nothing to do. The story is great and the idé of darkness it's all there yet so empty.… Expand
  98. Remixedz1
    Dec 13, 2013
    10
    Great game with good pacing, beautiful landscapes, well made story, exciting and interactive open world, and a good balance in dungeon/side quest difficulty!
  99. WolfenMcGunz
    Aug 6, 2013
    10
    Wow! Just wow!

    If you're looking for a great Zelda experience, this is it! Never have I played a more amazing Zelda titles since Ocarina of Time! This game takes the elements that we loved about Ocarina of Time and mixes it up into something completely different whil still retaining what we loved so much from the N64 masterpiece. This personally one of my favorite Zelda titles! This    Wow! Just wow!

    If you're looking for a great Zelda experience, this is it! Never have I played a more amazing Zelda titles since Ocarina of Time! This game takes the elements that we loved about Ocarina of Time and mixes it up into something completely different whil still retaining what we loved so much from the N64 masterpiece. This personally one of my favorite Zelda titles!

    This is one of the Gamecube's masterpieces! It is a must-have, and superior to the Wii version!    … Expand
  100. OmnipotentGamer
    Aug 5, 2013
    10
    This is probably one of my favorites if not my favorite game of all time, this is the game that convinced me that Nintendo was still alive and kicking. Great Story, Great Combat, Great Characters, Memorable dungeons, Lengthy, lots of exploring to do in dungeons, a truly great game.
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96

Universal acclaim - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
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  1. 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.
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  2. 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.
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  3. Thunderbolt
    90
    This game is more or less the latest version of a realm that has been long established and already seen. Yes, the story is darker, longer, and more character driven than anything before it. Yes, the dungeons and sidequests are remarkably well crafted. That doesn't mean that both seasoned Zelda fans and newcomers alike will enjoy the lacking difficulty and the other small problems that plague the game.
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