The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening

 Switch
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1698 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,413 out of 1698
  2. Mixed: 178 out of 1698
  3. Negative: 107 out of 1698
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. Vonyee
    Oct 13, 2021
    5
    YEAH THIS GAME IS AWESOME. AWESOME GAME GOOD STORY I like it very good. nice graphics.
  2. Parkerx87
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    One of the best looking games i have ever played on the Switch. A bit short but so much fun.
  3. Timeflies164
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This game is a master piece. Outstanding Zelda game. Go and get it if you haven't yet.
  4. Inuyasha1
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    열혈강호 온라인의 아기자기한 캐릭터와 던전 탐험이 만난 최고의 게임. 재미면에선 보장하는 최고의 RPG 던전 탐험 게임입니다. 젤다 꿈섬이 던전 탐험 RPG의 조상님.
  5. dalyw
    Sep 29, 2021
    8
    A beautiful game that's dense, full of detail and just so enjoyable. My favorite Zelda game.
  6. ylnylmn
    Sep 6, 2021
    9
    I played the gameboy version of the game. Much easier in terms of combat than "Link to the Past". Except for the last boss, boss fights are very easy. But the puzzles are... hard. I got stuck in dungeon 7 a lot. I spent 1-2 hours. I finally gave up and had to look at the solution. The world is very nice. The story is good..The characters are sweet. The ideal zelda game for those who likeI played the gameboy version of the game. Much easier in terms of combat than "Link to the Past". Except for the last boss, boss fights are very easy. But the puzzles are... hard. I got stuck in dungeon 7 a lot. I spent 1-2 hours. I finally gave up and had to look at the solution. The world is very nice. The story is good..The characters are sweet. The ideal zelda game for those who like difficult puzzles.… Expand
  7. Lightning6
    Aug 14, 2021
    9
    One of my favorites. The remake is gorgeous and you get the full experience of playing a Zelda game : The levels are well designed, the items, music, puzzles and tricks you need, all remind you of what that franchise can provide.
    The story really hit me as well, it felt good to always be immersed in the story even while fighting bosses that questions your actions.
    It's still a bit    One of my favorites. The remake is gorgeous and you get the full experience of playing a Zelda game : The levels are well designed, the items, music, puzzles and tricks you need, all remind you of what that franchise can provide.
    The story really hit me as well, it felt good to always be immersed in the story even while fighting bosses that questions your actions.
    It's still a bit overpriced in my opinion considering it's a remake and the large amount of games you can find in this category... But it's Nintendo, so no surprise...    … Expand
  8. aragorn77
    Aug 13, 2021
    8
    I never played the original so I can't comment about the fidelity.
    I very much liked the graphics and art style and the gameplay was good.
    The negative point is that the framerate drops quite often.
  9. carlinos
    Jul 16, 2021
    9
    I didn´t play the original Gameboy title, so it was the perfect chance to do it, the visual concept is beautiful, the game is fun, and very charming. The only thing that could be improved is the duration, the title is short, and you want to play more of this awesome an charming title.
  10. mohmdmarafi
    Jul 13, 2021
    10
    I didn't expect to like this game, but I did! In fact, I LOVED it. It's so fun and really challenging sometimes. I highly recommend it. SO GOOD!!!
  11. joash
    Jul 8, 2021
    10
    The aesthetic of this game is just amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  12. Lefty9088
    Jul 3, 2021
    8
    An amazing game, but it's only a remake. It looks amazing, but I feel Nintendo could have done somewhat better with the art style. The story is quite different from other Zelda games and it makes it quite unique.
  13. Mowe
    Jun 21, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The remake of Link's Awakening is in my opinion even better than the original, which itself is the second best 2D Zelda after A Link to the Past. I really like the artstyle, the soundtrack is Zelda-typically fantastic and the atmosphere fits perfectly. In terms of gameplay, the game hardly differs from the original, which is why old players will already defeat the final boss after a few hours. However, there were a few small improvements, such as the now permanently equipped power bracelet.
    However, I would like to mention one disappointment. In Dampé, you can now create dungeons. I was hoping that this would finally be some kind of Zelda maker. But no! You can only string together pre-made segments, and then you can't even share your "own" dungeons over the internet, it only works via Amibo.
    Lastly, I wanted to mention that the performance of the game is only acceptable. You regularly notice frame drops and the dynamic resolution is actually always at the minimum. However, this rarely bothered me personally.
    Link's Awakening has always been a great game - and the remake makes it even better. It's easy to overlook the aforementioned problems and become engrossed in such an atmospheric world. For around $40, I therefore give it an absolute buy recommendation.    … Expand
  14. Niwai
    Jun 11, 2021
    8
    Хорошая игра. Стоит вашего внимания. Рекомендую
  15. Rocket7800
    Jun 10, 2021
    10
    Es un excelente titulo y me sorprendió la filosofía detrás de su historia, a pesar de que no soy un gran fan de la cámara desde arriba este juego me encanto, muy recomendado para quienes quieran una aventura intuitiva y divertida
  16. Phuz
    Jun 5, 2021
    1
    I normally read reviews moaning about frame rates and think stop being pathetic and just play the game but in this though it is ridiculous, it is like the screen has HD rumble sometimes. It is the worst I have seen on Switch and much worse than Stardew Valley 2 player, which I thought wasn't possible. Why does the Switch struggle so much with birds eye view games but then I can play muchI normally read reviews moaning about frame rates and think stop being pathetic and just play the game but in this though it is ridiculous, it is like the screen has HD rumble sometimes. It is the worst I have seen on Switch and much worse than Stardew Valley 2 player, which I thought wasn't possible. Why does the Switch struggle so much with birds eye view games but then I can play much more detailed 3D games that don't have the issue.

    The graphics were an outright bad choice because between the cheesyfied music and matching graphics, it completely loses all that Zelda vibe and emotion. It's like a kiddy fest. Young kids at that.

    To be honest, I am considering selling this and just playing the old one that I sideliaded on my SNES mini. I never played it before but I'm guessing it will be better.

    Looks like we might have to wait for Skyward Sword to actually get a decent Zelda on Switch.

    I gave one point because there were a couple of fun bits in the dungeon. If I finish the game I will adjust my score accordingly but at the moment I am wanting to trade in.    … Expand
  17. Raluardo
    Jun 4, 2021
    4
    Not worth it, while the aesthetic was very charming the difficulty and duration was very poor
  18. enigma1990
    May 30, 2021
    10
    This is the funnest game I've played in the longest time. I love the graphics and the art style. They're like little clay figurines. I also like the the blurred edges too although sometimes it can be a bit annoying but it keeps Link in focus. Also the gameplay is classic Zelda which I love.
  19. yolautaro
    May 7, 2021
    8
    Es una pequeña joya, con un apartado artístico esquicito y la genialidad del original.
  20. ANTIMETACRITIC
    May 5, 2021
    10
    No juego a los Zeldas pero le pongo un diez porque Nintendo hace un gran trabajo con ellos y para compensar los zeros que ponen ciertas gente que tampoco los ha tocado.
  21. hinfectos
    May 1, 2021
    9
    Una auténtica joya. Han dado en el clavo en todos los aspectos y han sabido adaptar un juegazo de hace 30 años a los sistemas de juego actuales. Estoy muy contento con este trabajo y compraría más remakes sin pensarlo si Nintendo nos los trae. Quedé enamorado del apartado visual.
  22. redmandana
    Apr 29, 2021
    5
    The game looks great. Plays like a link to the past. The problem with this game is that you're going to need a lot of help ( looking up youtube videos) the dungeons are a pain in the ass. They don't tell you what to do at all. a lot of monsters you're going to have to look up how to beat them and what to do. this game should be bought with a strategy guild off the rip. I don't think thisThe game looks great. Plays like a link to the past. The problem with this game is that you're going to need a lot of help ( looking up youtube videos) the dungeons are a pain in the ass. They don't tell you what to do at all. a lot of monsters you're going to have to look up how to beat them and what to do. this game should be bought with a strategy guild off the rip. I don't think this game is friendly for children or casual gamers at all. YOU WILL NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO OR WHERE TO GO, GOOD LUCK!!!… Expand
  23. nibolet
    Apr 28, 2021
    7
    The game is cute and the gameplay is straightforward. I find the wandering monsters to be somewhat boring and too easy to kill. It’s also annoying that the grass and rocks keep respawning even though you’ve just got rid of them. In the end, it’s a classic Zelda - worth getting it if you’re a fan.
  24. Akael
    Apr 22, 2021
    8
    A jogo não tem uma história tão complexa como os outros, mas também, porque é um remake de um jogo de Gameboy de 1993. Apesar disso, é um jogo exvelente. Os gráficos ficaram demais. As dungeons tem um bom nível de dificuldade. As quests que são bem difícies
  25. TruthfulGamer67
    Apr 13, 2021
    8
    It's pretty good and honestly the best version of Links Awakening out there besides the GBC port

    The frame rate can be a problem but its not as bad as people say (to be fair my eyes aren't as sensitive to frame rate dips)
  26. CasualAndExtrem
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    We have here the remake of a very old game and its worth a lot. It deserves that remake after so many years.
  27. Dudule
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo maravilhoso . Adoro esses jogos nesse estilo . Coloridos . Uma vasta gama de locais para serem explorados . Incrível… Expand
  28. Revali
    Apr 8, 2021
    9
    O jogo é bem divertido. Não tem uma história incrível e complexa(já que essa nem é a proposta do jogo) porém o combate clássico da época do GBA é simplesmente incrível! os gráficos estão ótimos! Sinceramente eu me impressionei com o link's awakening.
  29. Soyunapersona
    Mar 31, 2021
    10
    Uno de los estilos artísticos más bonitos que he visto en mi vida soundtrack fabuloso y un sentimiento diferente y al mismo tiempo clásico que simplemente no puedo describir diría que el mejor Zelda disponible en nintendo switch pero botw existe
  30. PAL18
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    Blew my expectations out of the water. Link's Awakening was one of my favorites growing up. The new art style looks incredible! Brilliant take on a classic.
Page:

Awards & Rankings

10
#10 Best Switch Game of 2019
5
#5 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 108 out of 111
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 111
  3. Negative: 0 out of 111
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 29, 2020
    95
    I can only hope that its sales success will lead to a patch that fixes the framerate dips, and more importantly, the development of more Zelda games in this style. [Issue #43 – November/December 2019, p. 10SH]
  2. Gamers Heroes
    Jan 2, 2020
    85
    If you need a nostalgia trip or haven’t played Link’s Awakening before, then you won’t be disappointed with this release. Just note that it is a bit more bite-sized when compared to more recent entries in the series.
    Read full review
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Dec 6, 2019
    86
    Awakening’s world is much smaller than Breath of the Wild’s Hyrule. But within the island’s depths lies something that was missing from the last game – eight difficult, multi-layered dungeons, each with its own theme, traps and puzzles. [Issue#241, p.66]
See all critic reviews »