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Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 19
  2. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. Mar 31, 2014
    100
    If there is only one game you buy all year than Oceanhorn should be it, especially if you love those classic Nintendo adventure games.
  2. Nov 25, 2013
    100
    Although the first step in Oceanhorn is steeped in Zelda nostalgia, every step after leads farther into a world that stands on its own two feet.
  3. Nov 14, 2013
    100
    Oceanhorn is a stunningly beautiful action-adventure game that borrows some of its best ideas from Nintendo's Zelda series. However, it's so well executed that we didn't mind the homage.
  4. Nov 14, 2013
    100
    Oceanhorn might be a flawed, blatant rip-off of Zelda, but it’s worth playing — especially for the originality it does introduce.
  5. Nov 15, 2013
    95
    Even if you only get up to three iOS games a year, make sure this is one of them. There are hours upon hours of content to play, plenty of islands to explore and monsters to fight.
  6. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 11, 2014
    90
    Oceanhorn proves that there's still room for premium games in the tablet market. Almost AAA grade production values in an iGame are something that you don't see everyday. Sure, it's a Zelda rip-off, but this heist is done with love and respect. [Dec 2013]
  7. Grab It Magazine
    Feb 10, 2014
    90
    A long and enjoyable experience that launches a promising new series while raising the bar for 3D adventure games on iOS. It might be overly nostalgic, but Oceanhorn still provides some of the richest gaming to be found on the App Store. [Issue 1, February 2014]
  8. Apple'N'Apps
    Nov 18, 2013
    90
    Oceanhorn is a full featured experience that is not to be missed on iOS making it a must buy that makes the App Store a better place with the exquisite adventure it delivers.
  9. Nov 15, 2013
    90
    Control niggles aside, have no doubt that this pocket RPG represents an impressive landmark for mobile gaming. In achieving so many triumphs,
  10. Nov 27, 2013
    80
    Oceanhorn is not quite original, but has enough character to stand alone. As a matter of fact, there aren't many games that reach this level of audio-visual fidelity. Every self respecting handheld adventure gamer should pick this up.
  11. Nov 20, 2013
    80
    Though not perfect, Oceanhorn delivers an impressive Zelda-like adventure that anyone can enjoy.
  12. Nov 19, 2013
    80
    Though it's destined to forever squat in Zelda's shadow, Oceanhorn acquits itself on its own term as a flawed but heartfelt tribute to a beloved series.
  13. Nov 19, 2013
    80
    Oceanhorn may not be as clever as Nintendo's series in its dungeon designs, and few games are, but the sense of exploration and discovery makes it easy to recommend on its own merits.
  14. Nov 14, 2013
    80
    The beautiful, adventurous, and lengthy Oceanhorn is a strong stand-in for The Legend of Zelda on iOS, but don't expect it to top the real deal in any respect.
  15. Games Master UK
    Jan 14, 2014
    76
    No matter how hard it tries Oceanhorn will never have the magic to give the very best Zeldas a run for their rupees. [Feb 2014, p.78]
  16. Jan 6, 2014
    70
    A little more spit and polish on the mechanics, and the confidence to build a game around original ideas rather than sitting in the shadows of giants, and it could create a classic of its own. For now, this is a fine calling card.
  17. Nov 19, 2013
    70
    Oceanhorn is a beautiful and ambitious game, but it's missing that special something to make it great.
  18. Nov 26, 2013
    67
    With shallow level and game design, Oceanhorn fails to deliver an experience that can justify the premium price point.
  19. Dec 1, 2013
    65
    Unfortunately, Oceanhorn is not the Zelda of smartphones, but just a sufficient adventure game, unable to grant a solid gameplay and a compelling story. It's great to look, that's for sure, but not so fun to play.
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 64 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 64
  2. Negative: 9 out of 64
  1. Jan 15, 2014
    7
    for a mobile phone game, its amazing. But compared to an actual console game, i feel the scores wouldent hold up as well as it is right now.for a mobile phone game, its amazing. But compared to an actual console game, i feel the scores wouldent hold up as well as it is right now. NOT saying im not enjoying it, im loving it! thats why i gave it a 7! But its a really simple game in my opinion, not very difficult and very beautiful.
    Compared to Zelda, mediocre, but as its own game. Amazing.
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  2. Nov 19, 2013
    10
    I don't care what platform we're talking about, this game is SOLID. The music in each area is well-suited and epic, the graphics are eyeI don't care what platform we're talking about, this game is SOLID. The music in each area is well-suited and epic, the graphics are eye candy, and the controls work well. Exploration keeps me coming back. Gameplay is straightforward most of the time, but there isn’t too much handholding. For no IAP and no ads, this game is definitely worth the $9 price tag. Full Review »
  3. Nov 16, 2013
    10
    It is realy gorgeous game Fun gameplay fun combat beautiful visuals.Optimisation is great on iPhone 4s works wery fluid .On iPad 4 gameIt is realy gorgeous game Fun gameplay fun combat beautiful visuals.Optimisation is great on iPhone 4s works wery fluid .On iPad 4 game works great .This game is like zelda for mobile devices 10/10 one of best ios games ever made Full Review »