Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King

 Switch
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. FNintendo
    Jul 22, 2018
    70
    Blossom Tales stands as a good example at how a game with a rather simple origin can provide a surprising amount of content and a world to explore, even if it does not reach the monumental peaks it would like to. Thanks to its fine controls and gameplay and to the satisfaction of exploration, as well as to a visually charming outlook, Blossom Tales is a very welcome addition to the adventure and exploration games of the Nintendo Switch catalogue.
  2. Nintendo Life
    Jan 4, 2018
    70
    Judging a game on its own merits is very important. However, when a title happens to borrow just about every aspect of its design from an iconic game series, it’s hard not to acknowledge. Claims could be made that a game like this is nothing more than a shameless clone, but thankfully in the case of Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King, the developer has intentionally crafted it with a sense of love and admiration of classic Zelda games. While it’s not as flawlessly executed as the series it draws inspiration from and it doesn’t add anything particularly groundbreaking, it's still a heartfelt tribute to the earlier entries in Nintendo’s long-running series.

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#46 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#37 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
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#79 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 86 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 86
  3. Negative: 6 out of 86
  1. Curaziel
    Feb 2, 2018
    2
    It boggles my mind that this game is getting so much praise, when its only saving grace is that it is a Zelda clone. After putting a few hoursIt boggles my mind that this game is getting so much praise, when its only saving grace is that it is a Zelda clone. After putting a few hours into this game, I could not stomach it anymore. It is an unmemorable, frustrating, and generic game that relies on enemy spam for most of its content. Upon entering the second dungeon, the very first room is filled to the brim with enemies, granted you can one hit them, but you cannot move through the room without spamming A about a hundred times. I would try to recount the first dungeon, but all I can remember is a few rooms filled with about a dozen enemies, and a couple dull basic puzzles. The most fun I had in this game was getting the tri-bow upgrade, and only because I was excited to see what kind of upgrade I could get, but the process of getting that upgrade was about an hour of grinding for rupees, er, gold coins, to buy two components needed for the upgrade. I was promised a game similar to A Link to the Past, and was given a boring, overrated, frustrating mess of simple puzzles and annoying enemy spam. Saying this game is similar to A Link to the Past is such an insult to that game, and I can't recommend spending your money on anything other than Blossom Tales enough.… Full Review »
  2. Relyst
    Jan 2, 2018
    9
    Considering Zelda is the catalyst that made a lot of people even buy a switch, there is little reason not to purchase this game. A ZeldaConsidering Zelda is the catalyst that made a lot of people even buy a switch, there is little reason not to purchase this game. A Zelda clone, and they have no shame in admitting it before you even take control of the character.… Full Review »
  3. mikest
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    At first I wasn't sure about this game. The controls feel a little off for a Zelda game. Once you get used to the combat, it's one of the bestAt first I wasn't sure about this game. The controls feel a little off for a Zelda game. Once you get used to the combat, it's one of the best Zelda likes I have played. Good bosses and fun levels/puzzles. If you are looking for a Link to the Past style game, then I would say this might scratch that itch. The main difference is that it is very linear but the gameplay is great.… Full Review »
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