The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1698 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 178 out of 1698
  3. Negative: 107 out of 1698
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  1. GamingTruth
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Fantastic Game! The tiny frame rate drops are NOT A ISSUE WHATSOEVER!

    Cant wait to sink hundreds of hours into this game
    The graphics are absolutely stunning and the gameplay is such a joy to experience
    Now with Amiibo support, the game has a ton of variety
    10/10
  2. Pnx725
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    A must have in your collection if you are a Zelda fan. Revive the past with beautiful aesthetics. I feel like a kid again. Do not miss out!
  3. Japena211
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    The game is awesome.. I played it today I'm really excited to play some more... my daughter and I are enjoying it
  4. chupalor
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Es un juego increíble vatos lokos chup0 lim0n con salesita y neta que pizza de choripan me hacen en el culo como creen.
  5. Sabrewulf1
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    What are you doing reading these reviews by people who think they can review ? Why do you need that ego trip to legitimise your purchase ? Or why are you here to troll people who dare to like a game in these modern times? Or indeed reply to people who have a different view to you ? Go purchase what is and will be a modern classic, regardless of petty numerical scores. For what its worth iWhat are you doing reading these reviews by people who think they can review ? Why do you need that ego trip to legitimise your purchase ? Or why are you here to troll people who dare to like a game in these modern times? Or indeed reply to people who have a different view to you ? Go purchase what is and will be a modern classic, regardless of petty numerical scores. For what its worth i been been gaming 45 years and this little gem is going to be remastered in another 20 or thirty years .... its a great game.… Expand
  6. ZoidXsa
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Just your average fantastic, traditional Zelda game. If you played the original, you know exactly what you're getting into. The framerate drops are nowhere near as egregious as some make them out to be. You only notice them if you're looking for them. There's a reason the critics only mention them briefly: that's what they are. Sure, I'd expect better performance out of a Zelda game, butJust your average fantastic, traditional Zelda game. If you played the original, you know exactly what you're getting into. The framerate drops are nowhere near as egregious as some make them out to be. You only notice them if you're looking for them. There's a reason the critics only mention them briefly: that's what they are. Sure, I'd expect better performance out of a Zelda game, but it's not game-breaking, nor does it warrant a 0/10.… Expand
  7. Nastynate81
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great top down Zelda that has a great story, and also the dungeon creator is a lot of fun.… Expand
  8. Starazor0
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Its a little early to call it, but I'm already smitten with this game
  9. caronte69
    Sep 20, 2019
    8
    buen remake, me costo un poco acostumbrarme a este nuevo estilo artístico en sus gráficos, la música sigue siendo igual de genial y con respecto a la caída de frames ocurre pero no es tan molesto.
  10. PanxiCosta
    Sep 20, 2019
    8
    Gráficos: 9/10
    Duración: 7/10
    Banda Sonora: 10/10
    Jugabilidad: 7/10 (bastantes bajones de FPS)
    SinglePlayer: 9/10
    Nota Final: 8,4 (8) - Recomendado :)
  11. K02M03
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Fantastic game, beautiful art style. This game brings back so much memories. The only downfall is the framerate drops but it doesn't effect the game.
  12. LuckyDbo
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    A true retelling of the gameboy classic. This is a gem of a game for any zelda fan. The only small change to compain about is the respawn after falling into a pit. It has been changed for the majority of the overworld and dungeons to pop you right back up at the edge of the pit you fell in instead of the esge of the screen or doorway you entered from. The reason this is confusing is someA true retelling of the gameboy classic. This is a gem of a game for any zelda fan. The only small change to compain about is the respawn after falling into a pit. It has been changed for the majority of the overworld and dungeons to pop you right back up at the edge of the pit you fell in instead of the esge of the screen or doorway you entered from. The reason this is confusing is some duneons with break away floors still have the spawn at the door mechanic in place to prevent you from getting stranded in a place you cant escape from leading to a few accidental falls back into the same hole. With that being said, this is a 5 star play so far. Great job Nintendo! Looking forward to the oracle series that is likely next in line.… Expand
  13. tomaspolo
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece for me. A little bit laggy sometimes, except this, you will gonna love it.
  14. BillyDipper
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    A cute remaster, fascinating BGM, fun gameplay with many nostalgia moments and feelings of previous games in the franchise.
  15. Lewonski
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Jogo fantástico. Apesar de ter um gráfico simples, é um simples bonito de se ver. Mesmo aparentando ser um jogo infantil o link's awakening é um jogo muito mais desafiador do que aparenta, exigindo que o jogador tenha que pensar muito para resolver certos puzzles. O único problema que encontrei no jogo foram as quedas de fps, mas acho que futuramente irão resolver com uma atualização.
  16. rhoxwen
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    I love it! It's a fresh new coat of paint for an all time masterpiece. The colors and the art style are just perfect and the smol Links looks so funny but it shows a great transition from the GB to the Switch. 100% recommended
  17. Gosmel_Halo
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    O melhor Remake que eu já vi na minha vida. Isso é um exemplo de como se faz um jogo. Gráficos LINDOS, história contada da mesma maneira que o original, tudo está que nem o original. Uma coisa que eu gostei MUITO, foi o bracelete, agora você não tem que ficar selecionando ele para levantar um vaso ou uma pedra, agora ele fica como um item equipado pra sempre.
  18. Nintenboy
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Such a stunning game visually. Not only that but the world feels alive and the gameplay is top notch. Crazy to think that these dungeons are some of the best designed 26 years later. The game was a head of its time, and has stood the test of time. I’d really love them to give this treatment to other past Zelda game boy games. What a gem to behold.
  19. AstralXF
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Simplesmente maravilhoso, encantador, fascinante.
    As horas voam quando se vai de cabeça no game, assim como décadas atrás.
    Jogo sofre com quedas de frames, é verdade, normalmente em transição de telas apenas no mundo superior, mas não tira o charme que esse Zeldinha tem! Jogar com um fone de ouvido, coloca a coisa toda em outo nível, onde se poder ver o trabalho maravilhoso da trilha    Simplesmente maravilhoso, encantador, fascinante.
    As horas voam quando se vai de cabeça no game, assim como décadas atrás.
    Jogo sofre com quedas de frames, é verdade, normalmente em transição de telas apenas no mundo superior, mas não tira o charme que esse Zeldinha tem!
    Jogar com um fone de ouvido, coloca a coisa toda em outo nível, onde se poder ver o trabalho maravilhoso da trilha muito bem ambientada.
    É um jogo obrigatório pra todos os donos de Switch!    … Expand
  20. RJD2
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Impressive remake, the art style grew on me since the announcement, it really fits the tone of the game for some reason. Highly recommend it.
  21. Destion
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Still a great game with updated graphics and some quality of life improvements. Fantastic!
  22. Zeldero90
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Cuando jugué la versión original por primera vez hace 19 años me encantó.

    Ahora que jugué está versión, me enamoró completamente, llegando a decir que, aún que me duela un poco por los grandes recuerdos que tuve de su anterior versión, superó cada uno de los aspectos del la versión original. Excelente trabajo Nintendo, sigan por el camino en el que van, el trabajo de ustedes seguirá    Cuando jugué la versión original por primera vez hace 19 años me encantó.

    Ahora que jugué está versión, me enamoró completamente, llegando a decir que, aún que me duela un poco por los grandes recuerdos que tuve de su anterior versión, superó cada uno de los aspectos del la versión original.

    Excelente trabajo Nintendo, sigan por el camino en el que van, el trabajo de ustedes seguirá rindiendo frutos, y este asombroso título es una prueba de ello.    … Expand
  23. MrBv
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    The legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening Uno de los mas iconicos de su epoca revivido para Nintendo Switch Por el Gameplay Walkthrough que he visto puedo decir
    -Que el apartado Grafico es precioso, pero en mi caso, no me agrada mucho los bordes borrosos, -la historia, pues imagino que sigue siendo la misma, el cual es profunda e interesante -Durabilidad, es lo normal 15-20 o mas si te pones a    The legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening Uno de los mas iconicos de su epoca revivido para Nintendo Switch Por el Gameplay Walkthrough que he visto puedo decir
    -Que el apartado Grafico es precioso, pero en mi caso, no me agrada mucho los bordes borrosos, -la historia, pues imagino que sigue siendo la misma, el cual es profunda e interesante -Durabilidad, es lo normal 15-20 o mas si te pones a cortar toda la hierva
    -La resolución pues llega a mas 720p, y se ve genial en modo portátil como siempre
    -Los controles parecen haber mejorado pese a que puedes asignar los botones.
    -La musica y banda sonora estan geniales, re hechos desde cero.

    Y por ultimo el rendimiento que... si vien podia caer hasta a 30fps pues ya se explicó que esto suele pasar cuando el juego esta guardado en el SD, si transfieres el juego a la memoria de Nintendo Switch o usas Cartucho, esas bajadas de Framerate desapareceran, lo cual es una gran Noticia.



    Mi nota final es de 95, pero metacritic solo deja poner numeros enteros xddd, asi que lo redondeare. Hasta la proxima gente Att: Mr. v:    … Expand
  24. ElFornait
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Mejor que el Fortnite, que ya es decir mucho. .
  25. Javitxu2000
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Great remake, lovely graphics. It's like yo be a child again, with a Gameboy.
  26. hkjhkjh
    Sep 20, 2019
    8
    I played it only for 1 1/2h right now but i know the original and can say that LA is one of the best 2D Zelda of all time which should definetly not be missed out by zelda fans and those who play to become one

    But i have to mention 2 negative aspects: 1. This game is almost a 1 to 1 remake of a gameboy game, which ofc wouldnt be a problem beside the fact that this game costs 60$/€    I played it only for 1 1/2h right now but i know the original and can say that LA is one of the best 2D Zelda of all time which should definetly not be missed out by zelda fans and those who play to become one

    But i have to mention 2 negative aspects:
    1. This game is almost a 1 to 1 remake of a gameboy game, which ofc wouldnt be a problem beside the fact that this game costs 60$/€ which is definety way to much for this game (just compare this to a game like BotW which also costed 60€ at release)
    2.The framerate sadly drops a lot although this game doesnt really look like it should have this problems (but graphics wise this game looks very gorgous)

    So for the second problem i can only give this game a 8/10 but if nintendo(or grezzo) fix this problem in the future this game would be easily be a 9/10 at least    … Expand
  27. Bellonintendo
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Every game has a story but only one is the legend. I grew up playing this game with my elder brother. It really is yet another must have for switch owners.
  28. BehindTheGames
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Desde que salió el primer trailer de este remaster, siempre supe que iría a cumplir con todas mis espectativas, pero no de una manera tan milagrosa y fascinante como lo llegó a hacer este título.
    Tiene más que merecido sus 10, pues sus caídas de frames que ocurren muy rara vez al tener el juego en una MicroSD no son algo que malogre este pedazo de obra maestra.
  29. Karajostonotso
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    GUATAFOK O MAI GOD, LO JUGE POR PRIMERA BES Y PARESIERA KE ESTUBIECE CONSUMIENDOGUATAFOK O MAI GOD, LO JUGE POR PRIMERA BES Y PARESIERA KE ESTUBIECE CONSUMIENDO DROGAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa… Expand
  30. Lokia987
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Great game, awesome music, super fun gameplay.... Must have for all switch owners
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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.
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  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]
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