Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity

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  1. Drakontas
    Nov 22, 2020
    1
    Still in need of improvement.
    FPS go to hell when a lot of effects/enemies/both are on screen. 2-Player Mode is still only about 20 FPS.
    I didn’t spend 60€ to play a game that’s not running smoothly. Either reduce the enemies on screen and with it the kills needed for objectives or reduce the effects. Story: Very simplistic. Could be more complex. Also, it’s very repetitive. Feels like an    Still in need of improvement.
    FPS go to hell when a lot of effects/enemies/both are on screen. 2-Player Mode is still only about 20 FPS.
    I didn’t spend 60€ to play a game that’s not running smoothly. Either reduce the enemies on screen and with it the kills needed for objectives or reduce the effects.
    Story: Very simplistic. Could be more complex.
    Also, it’s very repetitive. Feels like an Asian MMORPG in terms of material grinding.    … Expand
  2. Bartson
    Nov 22, 2020
    1
    Das Geld nicht wert, frame rate Probleme und allgemein recht öde. Versteh die vielen 10er Bewertungen nicht. Ist wohl der nintendo Fan Bonus, da kann nintendo auch alles auftischen und braucht kein feintuning machen. Für eine ihrer wichtigsten Marken echt peinlich
  3. vspvitor
    Nov 22, 2020
    4
    Loved the gameplay, its an evolution compared to the first Hyrule Warriors - each character with each style and way to use the `powers`. The story is ok in a what if scenario .

    Now about the big problem here : performance - i played alone and it was ok for the most part of the time,but it has many fps drops ,not expected for an AAA title, hope they add an update that let people change    Loved the gameplay, its an evolution compared to the first Hyrule Warriors - each character with each style and way to use the `powers`. The story is ok in a what if scenario .

    Now about the big problem here : performance - i played alone and it was ok for the most part of the time,but it has many fps drops ,not expected for an AAA title, hope they add an update that let people change some configurations to get more fps or remove some blur if they want - like a quality mode and performance mode - 2 player mode is not acceptable because the drops get bigger.

    i could give 8 out of 10 , maybe if they solve the performance issues i can update my review .
    Now it deserves 4 out of 10 because of the performance issues. We deserve more .

    extra: lets not forget about the annoying watermark in screenshots- koei tecmo and nintendo does not need this - we know that you made the game.    … Expand
  4. Rinks
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    Una estafa, aún recuerdo al productor de zelda saliendo como un mentiroso a decir que era una precuela y luego resulta que no lo es, en vez de eso, es una historia sacada de un fanfic mediocre, aunado a eso, la jugabilidad es insufrible (y eso que he jugado a otros warriors hasta de moviles), la caída de fps y la cámara.. solo una palabra: DECEPCIÓN.
  5. Igorchagas
    Nov 22, 2020
    1
    just because i am a fan of zelda, i am not obliged to accept any bad game, just to please nintendo. the game is bad, nintendo only released these games at the end of the year like a shut up, for us zelda fans, but the game didn't please. contains several performance problems on the switch, an erased story and a style of play that it should abolish.
  6. Nosmont
    Nov 22, 2020
    0
    The more I played it the more I disliked it, the gameplay is fun enough, but the story is just **** The tiny guardian is a horrible inclusion.
  7. lastofmetwo
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    The gameplay is very repetitive and it gets boring very quick. The frame-rate is a deal breaker. Save your money and buy another game like AC Valhalla. big pass. Very disappointed. One of the worst games I have ever played
  8. Ibuki_7731
    Nov 22, 2020
    0
    Cringy anime garbage and just another generic musou game. Honestly surprised it's in a Zelda game.
  9. f_l_o_w
    Nov 22, 2020
    3
    Pretty average anime shooter, i prefer Doom Eternal to this one, but that's just my opinion.
  10. Fedce
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    Gameplay is mediocre and the games marketting was flat out false advertising. Do not go in looking for a Breath of the Wild prequel.
  11. ReptileInsane
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Love it, addicted to it, wish there was more of it. I know people with scared that the game story would ruin Breath of the Wild but I feel like it compliments it well while still keeping Breath of the Wild seperate.
  12. Coryn78
    Jan 5, 2021
    3
    I am really disappointed in this game, I have just expected more. The game looks good, when there are no framerate problems. Sometimes the game freezes for some seconds. Unfortunately, this happens a lot, especially in more complicated environments. The gameplay is just repetitive. In the beginning it's fun, but it becomes worse with every level. You defeat the same enemies, in the sameI am really disappointed in this game, I have just expected more. The game looks good, when there are no framerate problems. Sometimes the game freezes for some seconds. Unfortunately, this happens a lot, especially in more complicated environments. The gameplay is just repetitive. In the beginning it's fun, but it becomes worse with every level. You defeat the same enemies, in the same missions. Over an over again. The only thing changing, is the environment. The game get's more boring, the further you progress. The story is boring, even though the cutscenes are well made. There is literally no character development at all, and their personalities are nothing more than the one dimensional first impression of them. Revali for example, had more character development in the little you saw in Breath of the Wild, then in this whole game. i like the cast of warriors in the game, but this doesn't save it.
    If I was asked to describe iiit in one word, I would call it boring.
    I am really disappointed, because Nintendo created a lot of hype around this game, and it's not worth at all the 60€ it costs.    … Expand
  13. joash
    May 30, 2021
    10
    It may not the best Zelda game but it's definitely the best Musou game, if you like both franchise then this is a must-buy
  14. Joerocket636
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    botw is my favorite game of all time so I think that's partly why I liked Hyrule Warriors age of Calamity as much as I did and the weapons system and characters are extremely fun and unique, And combat isvery satisfying... this is my first Hyrule Warriors game.
  15. GenaroDR
    Feb 3, 2021
    10
    Juegazo de principio a fin!, banda sonora épica y muy adictivo! Pero no lo juegues si no has jugado a Breath of the Wild
  16. 20fps
    Mar 4, 2021
    10
    The game is wonderful. After 70 hours of play it continues to surprise. I play with my two children in 1p and 2p mode. Epic battles! Lot of fun.
  17. OtakuSenpai123
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Hyrule warriors age of calamity is a amazing game. The story is about the downfall of hyrule 100 years before the calamity. I gave this game a 10 out of 10 review because this is a great game for Zelda players and beginners just coming into the warriors franchise. The game shows you how to play the 1 v 100 type of game. This is not the only reason I gave this game a perfect review. TheHyrule warriors age of calamity is a amazing game. The story is about the downfall of hyrule 100 years before the calamity. I gave this game a 10 out of 10 review because this is a great game for Zelda players and beginners just coming into the warriors franchise. The game shows you how to play the 1 v 100 type of game. This is not the only reason I gave this game a perfect review. The last reason is that the games storytelling is amazing and it answers a lot of questions about what it was like 100 years ago before the calamity. P.S I also like the part where you could control the divine beasts… Expand
  18. timothy17
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    First Warriors game I finished and I love it from start to finish. Technical issues aside, it's a fun-filled action game with colorful casts that you'll learn to love even more ever since meeting them in Breath of the Wild.
  19. Montelomiguel
    Dec 1, 2020
    7
    La verdad tenia muchas expectativas del juego,
    tal vez por eso me senti un poco decepcionado, no es malo, pero siento que no aporta mucho, senti que en lugar de jugar un zelda estaba jugando un dynasty warriors, me parecio un poco repetitivo, sin embargo si eres fan de zelda te va encantar, pero no vayas con demaciadas expectativas.
  20. MarcusYami
    Jan 9, 2021
    8
    The game is a strong 8, first i was skeptical but after giving it a try I really enjoyed the combat and the story. It is not a botw2 but it a decenr standalone game with a lot of content. Took me 79h to finish it completely, but was a lot of fun!
  21. GreenMenace
    Apr 28, 2021
    6
    I debated giving this game a 5, but I got my money’s worth out of it with about 80 hours of play. It’s a pretty game, and I got my money out of it. I’m writing a review because there’s a dlc coming out for the game and I personally don’t think it’s worth it because of other, better Zelda titles. I’m going to explain why, but first, the pros and cons of this game:

    Pros Visually    I debated giving this game a 5, but I got my money’s worth out of it with about 80 hours of play. It’s a pretty game, and I got my money out of it. I’m writing a review because there’s a dlc coming out for the game and I personally don’t think it’s worth it because of other, better Zelda titles. I’m going to explain why, but first, the pros and cons of this game:

    Pros

    Visually pleasing in every way

    The game lets you get straight into the action

    Less grindy than any other Warriors game I’ve played

    Satisfying 1v1 combat

    Coop play

    Cons

    Lots of better Zelda games to choose from

    Repetitive

    Poor AI

    All in all, this game is the latest Warriors game I’m aware of and sometimes it just doesn’t feel that way. In the other Hyrule Warriors we have on the Switch, the AI takes forts. It really feels like (in Age of Calamity) your enemies sit, waiting for their lives to be taken away. Seriously, download the demo and stand back. Most of the time, you will only lose if you lose all your hearts. If you don’t fight, nothing happens. Then, once killed, the enemies stay dead. I don’t mind that last part, but it takes away the idea that you could lose friendly forts, which removes a fun aspect of challenge.

    Comparisons

    Breath of the Wild—Breath of the Wild is the game AoC is based on. AoC does everything I hoped it would do—it fleshes out the Zelda characters and story that were virtually nonexistent in BotW. However, BotW gives more freedom to the player for exploration since its in the open world genre. AoC’s combat is heavily based on BotW, but provides a much simpler experience. Not gonna lie though, AoC does some really cool things with the Sheikah Slate.

    Link’s Awakening—This is a much smaller game, which means it takes less time to complete. It also looks good albeit with framerate drops. The game has gone on sale a couple of times which means that if you’re patient, you can pick it up for about $40 plus tax. It’s got puzzles and bosses that diversify it more from any other Zelda game on this list.

    Hyrule Warriors DE—AoC is clearly the newer game since it looks more sleek, but I have more fun with HW. It’s more challenging and it has a lot more battle modes to choose from. HW requires way too much grind, even though the definitive edition greatly reduced it. In AoC, it’s relatively easy to upgrade every character to the max which is a super nice feature. After 200 hours in the game, I still have characters that aren’t fully upgraded in HW. Finally, while AoC removes some features like the magic meter, it adds features like the magic rods to make duels feel more involved. I was attracted to most characters in HW since it covers Zelda games over a couple decades. That isn’t the case in AoC. It assumes I was attached to the characters from BotW, and I felt zero attachment to anyone as I played BotW—the characters were that bland for me.

    Skyward Sword HD and BotW 2—It’s worth noting that these games are coming to the switch. They have a full stories separate from BotW. Skyward Sword follows the old linear Zelda format with dungeons and puzzles and arguably has the best story of all these games. BoTW 2 is a highly anticipated game…because it’s the sequel to BotW, a critically acclaimed game that set a new standard for Zelda. Let’s not forget that there’s a good chance that other Zelda games might be ported over to the switch.

    Cadence of Hyrule--Haven't really played it beyond the demo, so I can't really compare it to AoC. But again, it is its own game, untethered to BotW.

    AoC is very flawed, but I still had fun with it. If you like everything BotW, Zelda, or Warriors related, then I can recommend this game. Otherwise, your money/time is better spent on another game. My point in this review is that I would literally choose any other Zelda game than this one. I would push for any of those games before AoC (as I own them all). I may have spent 80 hours with it, but that was to complete the game in full. A part of me wishes I’d just watched the game over Youtube. I imagine it’ll be like $20 for the dlc so the price of the game could cost some people $80. As you can imagine, I will not be getting the dlc.    … Expand
  22. Shinieder65
    Dec 29, 2020
    9
    Com toda certeza um jogo muito bom,poderia ser melhor principalmente no quesito história ....mas no geral é o melhor musou q já joguei
  23. Kacek1996
    May 22, 2021
    8
    It's a good game with a few frame rate issues, but it's still worth it. It has so much content to do it all it takes quite a chunk of time. Also, there is a DLC on its way with even more missions. The plot was nicely done, it's a sad factor that they used time travel but in the end it worked out nicely. From the graphical point of view it brings back a lot of BOTW memories back and hasIt's a good game with a few frame rate issues, but it's still worth it. It has so much content to do it all it takes quite a chunk of time. Also, there is a DLC on its way with even more missions. The plot was nicely done, it's a sad factor that they used time travel but in the end it worked out nicely. From the graphical point of view it brings back a lot of BOTW memories back and has some new nice characters and plot twists. Sound is nice, until the game lags out at this time music stutter as well. All in all I had only like 3 issues while playing and aside from that it's a truly a nice addition to BOTW plot even though the gameplay is drastically different. Although, we should not talk bad about its gameplay, it's in the other genre than the rest of the games from Zelda franchise and yet it's a nice experience. What are you waiting for? Get over there, it's slaughter time!!… Expand
  24. tom974
    Jun 25, 2021
    8
    This was my first musou game, and that plays a role in the final appreciation I think. I really much appreciated it, you just have to go beyond the fact that this is not a classic Zelda, and moreover a re-writing of BOTW events 100 years ago. Framerate is terrible but you got used to it. Nice graphics, great musics, nice gameplay though a bit repetitive (musou ...) , nice and beautifulThis was my first musou game, and that plays a role in the final appreciation I think. I really much appreciated it, you just have to go beyond the fact that this is not a classic Zelda, and moreover a re-writing of BOTW events 100 years ago. Framerate is terrible but you got used to it. Nice graphics, great musics, nice gameplay though a bit repetitive (musou ...) , nice and beautiful story. What I appreciated the most was the integration of elements from BOTW into a musou game, it is done in a very clever way.… Expand
  25. Stythys
    Dec 27, 2020
    9
    I have never played a Dynasty Warriors type of game previously, but being a huge BOTW fan I decided to give this a go. I didn't regret one minute of it. The gameplay is smooth, almost all characters are fun to play with, there is enough variation in the level design and the collection of items to progress my characters got me pretty hooked since I got to care about them a lot. This wasI have never played a Dynasty Warriors type of game previously, but being a huge BOTW fan I decided to give this a go. I didn't regret one minute of it. The gameplay is smooth, almost all characters are fun to play with, there is enough variation in the level design and the collection of items to progress my characters got me pretty hooked since I got to care about them a lot. This was mainly due to the fantastic presentation of the world, characters and storytelling. Amazing is almost too weak of a word to describe it. I didn't mind the occasional fps drops and some off camera movements in tight corners since the sum of things is almost too good to be true, visually and acustically. I best the game after around 45 hours, taking my time and doing lots of side quests. I expect to put another 20-30 hours while playing for some quick fun during the next weeks. In my eyes a must-play for all BOTW fans and a definite option for those who are unfamiliar with the franchise!… Expand
  26. spencerplewe
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    A more-than-satisfying tie-over to “Breath of the Wild”’s sequel, this companion game sacrifices BOTW’s exploration for beefed up storytelling that challenges what a prequel could be, and the Warriors gameplay has been refined to fit the Zelda-style presentation and is an addicting experience.
  27. El1s0n
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Juego hermoso en casi todos los aspectos, el único detalle sería el framerate en algunas ocasiones, pero fuera de eso se disfruta bastante. Al inicio tenía mis dudas respecto a este juego, pero le dí el beneficio de la duda y me terminó encantando tanto su gameplay, como su historia, y no se diga su música que también es maravillosa. Todo fan de Zelda debería probarlo.
  28. YoppaChanDesu
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    Story doesn't make too much sense at all. It's an overall improvement from the original Hyrule Warriors with some more streamlined mechanics (powering up the character and getting bonuses is all from one map). The game is pretty repetitive if you aren't a fan of Dynasty Warriors-style gameplay, but it's fun if that's your jam. The characters play differently from each other. I'm halfStory doesn't make too much sense at all. It's an overall improvement from the original Hyrule Warriors with some more streamlined mechanics (powering up the character and getting bonuses is all from one map). The game is pretty repetitive if you aren't a fan of Dynasty Warriors-style gameplay, but it's fun if that's your jam. The characters play differently from each other. I'm half expecting DLC to come out to this game and add even more content.… Expand
  29. Lp008
    Dec 28, 2020
    9
    Ich mag das Spiel und mag auch die Story.
    Wie Link vom Soldaten zum laibeächter der Prinzessin wierd oder wie Revali, Urbosa, Daruk, Mipah zu Recken werden.
  30. madmarco
    Jan 8, 2021
    9
    Age of the Calamity es un juegazo.
    El juego nos cuenta la historia de hyrule 100 años atras de lo de breath of the wild, básicamente el cataclismo, en el inicio podemos conocer a Impa, Prunia y Rotver de jóvenes además de profundizar mucho más en personajes ya explorados en botw, como: Zelda, Daruk, Revali, Mipha, Urbosa y el Maestro Kogg, conforme vamos avanzado vemos de forma muy    Age of the Calamity es un juegazo.
    El juego nos cuenta la historia de hyrule 100 años atras de lo de breath of the wild, básicamente el cataclismo, en el inicio podemos conocer a Impa, Prunia y Rotver de jóvenes además de profundizar mucho más en personajes ya explorados en botw, como: Zelda, Daruk, Revali, Mipha, Urbosa y el Maestro Kogg, conforme vamos avanzado vemos de forma muy detallada como se vivía antes del cataclismo, como se reunieron los campeones, las misiones politicas de zelda, investigaciones sheika, etc... Podemos ver que pasaba con el Clan Yiga y porque querían ver la resurrección de Ganon, veremos cosas que vimos por los recuerdos de Link pero que añaden mucha más profundidad y trama.
    El sistema de juego es preciso, sencillo, fácil de aprender y sobre todo muy divertido. El juego tiene una curva de dificultad muy bien adaptada y las hordas de mounstros no solo se hacen más grandes si no que se hacen más fuertes y se ve exactamente igual que en botw cambiando su color y clase lo cuál es genial. Tenemos muchos personajes para usar: hasta un monje, las hadas y las bestias divinas en varias misiones. Las cinemáticas e historia es demasiado buena y completa, se nota el trabajo de Aonuma y su cuidado con Zelda. La banda sonora es brutal y aparece en los mejores momentos, por ejemplo: quienes leyeron los diarios en botw, en el de Rotver dice que tras caer el castillo de hyrule todas las fuerzas huyeron a la fortaleza de Akkala y ahí perecieron. Cuando estamos en esa batalla en Age of the Calamity la vibra es oscura como desde que empezo el cataclismo, pero justo en los momentos más epicos empieza a sonar el tema caracteristico de la saga de Zelda motivandonos y en el momento de más esperanza aparece el tema principal de Botw robandose el momento y guiandonos a la victoria llenandonos de un hype increíble, puedo seguir asi con muchos momentos pero no acabaría nunca.
    Las cinematicas son tan pero tan buenas que no puedo hacer énfasis en lo que sentía como un fan de Botw viendo interactuar a los campeones y sus sucesores, de las mejores interacciones se las roba Mipha y Sidón pero no se quedan atras todas las demás, cada una cuenta de forma espectacular lo que quiere, además de ver a Link y Zelda interactuando como un grupo de amigos con los campeones es hermoso y solo nos hace pensar lo triste y mal que lo pasaron nuestros Link y Zelda de Botw al perderlos a casi todos.
    En conclusión: Age of the Calamity es un juego grandioso, y lo recomiendo al 100% incluso si no has jugado botw o no te gusta zelda, es muy digno de ser una "precuela" del Breath of the Wild y digno de estar en la cronología. No sabria si decir si es el mejor "musou" del mundo porqué es el primero que juego, pero así lo catalogaron varios portales así que por algo fue. Un gran titulo y la verdad me gusto tanto que me dan ganas de jugar más juegos del mismo genero aunque tengo espectativas muy altas gracias a Hyrule Warriors: Age of the Calamity.
    Puntos a decir en contra. Su frame rate, puede tener sus caídas y demas pero el 96% del tiempo se mantiene estable.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 113 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 90 out of 113
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 113
  3. Negative: 0 out of 113
  1. Ninty Fresh Magazine
    Oct 22, 2021
    80
    Of all the champions, AoC is most comparable to Daruk: rough around the edges and simple, but full of heart and grows on you fast. [Issue #3, p.55]
  2. CD-Action
    Jun 9, 2021
    75
    Age of Calamity is like a t-shirt with your favorite band’s artwork – remove the love of their music and all you’ve got is a piece of clothing. Similarly, if you play Hyrule Warriors not familiar with Breath of the Wild, you’ll miss tons of fan service and end up with a pretty and relaxing but rather basic hack and slash. [01/2021, p.64]
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    May 5, 2021
    85
    This battle-hardened prequel is able to scratch an itch that its source material couldn't. [Issue #50 – January/February 2021, p. 75]
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