Blossom Tales II: The Minotaur Prince

 Switch
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Destructoid
    Aug 16, 2022
    70
    Despite the restrained application of its central narrative concept, Blossom Tales II: The Minotaur Prince is one of the better indie Zelda clones I’ve played. Even if it hews a bit too close to its predecessor and lacks an identity to call its own, this is a solid action-adventure game, one that makes great use of those Legend of Zelda building blocks in crafting a satisfying journey.
  2. Nintendo Life
    Aug 16, 2022
    70
    Blossom Tales 2 is the kind of game that’s absolutely good, but definitely not great. The cute narrative premise, solid dungeon design, and pacing of overall progression all make this one worthwhile, but it’s also the kind of game that feels like it’s hamstrung by its lack of daring to try something new. In this sense, it’s the epitome of a “buy it on sale” game; you’re not missing anything by waiting to snap it up at a later date, but if you're a fan of the traditional 2D Zelda template, it’s probably worth getting at some point when the mood takes you.
  3. NME
    Aug 16, 2022
    60
    If you love Zelda, you’ll find it hard to resist The Minotaur Prince. Yes, it’s obvious when certain items or ideas from elsewhere have been pinched, but does every game need to straddle the bleeding edge of innovation to be worthy of our time? Castle Pixel knows what the people want and is willing to give it to us: a fun, lighthearted top-down adventure game with smart puzzles, playful writing, and a colourful world to explore. Given that Nintendo isn't doing it, we might as well let someone else have a crack.

Awards & Rankings

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#88 Best Switch Game of 2022
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#73 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2022

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 22
  3. Negative: 4 out of 22
  1. mevan
    Aug 17, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game that takes the best parts of The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and makes it a whole new game. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
  2. Dangusse
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    it almost seems like this is getting review bombed, since i can't see how it's had so many 0 or close scores, or any at all. this game isit almost seems like this is getting review bombed, since i can't see how it's had so many 0 or close scores, or any at all. this game is great, and includes a lot of modern features from the zelda series while sticking to the 2d presentation. it's significantly longer than the first game even if you don't partake in the grindier aspects, has more complex dungeons and more detailed maps, cute music, and way more minigames + more dynamic settlements that change depending on your progress. yes, the game is shorter than a full zelda game, because it's a 15 dollar indie game. it's significantly longer and larger than A Link to the Past regardless, and the first one has been on sale for very cheap lately.

    i actually agree with some of the criticism of the first game, and wouldnt give it higher than an 8 for a lot of little reasons, mainly that it lacked depth and was very short + easy. this title has improved on those issues, to the extent that it's more detailed and larger than the overworld for link between worlds, for instance. keep in mind, there is no dark continent or lorule to visit, though, which makes the game a little more than half as long as link between worlds. at 15 dollars, i simply have no issue with that.    … Full Review »
  3. lucinhagamer
    Aug 25, 2022
    0
    i dont like anything here. this game is so bad. why the story is so bad like these
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