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  1. May 18, 2023
    10
    Basically perfect. Breath of the Wild was already one of the greatest games ever made, and this game fixed problems I didn’t even know it had. Simply a triumph for Nintendo. I’ve completed the story, but there’s still so much to explore- I can’t wait to experience the rest of this game. I think the price hike to $70 in the games industry for AAA games is total BS, but if every game askingBasically perfect. Breath of the Wild was already one of the greatest games ever made, and this game fixed problems I didn’t even know it had. Simply a triumph for Nintendo. I’ve completed the story, but there’s still so much to explore- I can’t wait to experience the rest of this game. I think the price hike to $70 in the games industry for AAA games is total BS, but if every game asking that price was this good it’d be worth it. Expand
  2. May 14, 2023
    10
    The beginning of the game grabbed me, then, the first time in freedom, I had the feeling "Ah **** here we go again" and somehow couldn't get into the game. New day, started the game, took a different route and suddenly there it was, wow, the new mechanics hooked me, I could dive into the world and my adventure began.
  3. May 14, 2023
    10
    Que haga que volver a Breath of the wild sea difícil ya dice mucho de este título.
  4. May 14, 2023
    10
    I was skeptical about this one, as I liked BotW, but missed some older Zelda titles more like Link to the Past and The Wind Waker. I was completely blown away. This now is the best Zelda game ever made hands down! Looks better and runs better than BotW. Better everything really!
  5. May 13, 2023
    10
    honestly as someone who 100% BOTW, i was pretty skeptical of TOTK when i first saw it bc i didn’t want it to be the same game with the same world with added features. I didn’t wanna play a game i’ve already played but after getting TOTK, my mind shifted completely once i got to the surface bc everything was so different and the world felt more alive. there are even long fun side questshonestly as someone who 100% BOTW, i was pretty skeptical of TOTK when i first saw it bc i didn’t want it to be the same game with the same world with added features. I didn’t wanna play a game i’ve already played but after getting TOTK, my mind shifted completely once i got to the surface bc everything was so different and the world felt more alive. there are even long fun side quests that keeps you immersed. so far i’d say the $70 was worth it due to the vast amount of content and changes. Expand
  6. May 13, 2023
    10
    Tears of the Kingdom is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Very well done gameplay, the game immediately throws you in action. The story and lore is much, much better compared to Breath of the Wild, I know some people had a issue with Breath of the Wild's silent and simplistic story telling this has changed however. The new abilities are fun to use and give you a huge verity in customization,Tears of the Kingdom is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Very well done gameplay, the game immediately throws you in action. The story and lore is much, much better compared to Breath of the Wild, I know some people had a issue with Breath of the Wild's silent and simplistic story telling this has changed however. The new abilities are fun to use and give you a huge verity in customization, you can shape your journey how you want it be.

    This is a game what definitely deserves all the praises. It took Breath of the Wild and put it on steroids, this is a masterpiece everyone should experience at least once in they life.
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  7. May 14, 2023
    10
    anyone who sais this is a bad game clearly is brainwashed by the boring ahh formula that triple AAA games now seem to have
  8. May 14, 2023
    10
    Just an Algerian dude helping out my fellow Nintendo games enjoyers against those horrid review bombers.
    I'll emulate totk on my mid range PC once I finish my military service and are no longer a conscript next January, but I'm sure the game is an undisputed masterpiece.
    PS: it's probably Sony fanboys that are seething
  9. May 15, 2023
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is an absolute masterpiece that captivates players from start to finish. The game's breathtaking graphics and stunningly detailed world create an immersive experience that truly transports players into the realm of Hyrule. The storyline is beautifully crafted, filled with emotional depth and unexpected twists that keep players engaged and eager toThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is an absolute masterpiece that captivates players from start to finish. The game's breathtaking graphics and stunningly detailed world create an immersive experience that truly transports players into the realm of Hyrule. The storyline is beautifully crafted, filled with emotional depth and unexpected twists that keep players engaged and eager to uncover the secrets of the kingdom. The gameplay mechanics are flawless, striking the perfect balance between challenging puzzles, exhilarating combat, and awe-inspiring exploration. With its memorable characters, epic quests, and a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, Tears of the Kingdom is a testament to the artistry and creativity of the Zelda franchise. It's an unforgettable journey that will leave players in awe and longing for more adventures in the legendary world of Hyrule. Expand
  10. May 30, 2023
    10
    The game is a masterpiece, the best Zelda since Ocarina Of Time. Its mechanics and open world will revolutionize the gaming industry (again). From now on everyone will copy it, it will be the reference for everyone who wants to make a real open world game and not Ubisoft nonsense. Some critics have given low marks just because they are Microsoft or Sony fan boys, they are incapable ofThe game is a masterpiece, the best Zelda since Ocarina Of Time. Its mechanics and open world will revolutionize the gaming industry (again). From now on everyone will copy it, it will be the reference for everyone who wants to make a real open world game and not Ubisoft nonsense. Some critics have given low marks just because they are Microsoft or Sony fan boys, they are incapable of doing an honest analysis and putting aside their personal preferences, but for anyone who has been playing for real knows that this is the game of the decade and one of the Top 5 of all time. Expand
  11. May 14, 2023
    10
    New mechanics, new zones, new puzzles. Nintendo shows once more how an open world game must be made.
  12. Jul 6, 2023
    10
    Probablemente se trate del mejor videojuego de la historia. Nos presenta un mundo, que a pesar de ser el mismo que en Breath of the Wild, se siente fresco y renovado por el paso del tiempo. Además contamos con las islas del cielo y otra zona completamente nueva, ambas inmensas adicciones. El cielo se siente como un gran conjunto de puzles para los amantes de las aventuras más clásicas, yProbablemente se trate del mejor videojuego de la historia. Nos presenta un mundo, que a pesar de ser el mismo que en Breath of the Wild, se siente fresco y renovado por el paso del tiempo. Además contamos con las islas del cielo y otra zona completamente nueva, ambas inmensas adicciones. El cielo se siente como un gran conjunto de puzles para los amantes de las aventuras más clásicas, y es que este juego es Zelda en su más pura esencia. Las habilidades que tiene Link en este juego son fabulosas y estás adaptadas perfectamente al mapa todas y cada una de ellas, dándonos posibilidades nunca antes vistas ni imaginadas en un videojuego. La historia también es un punto fuerte del juego, ya que mejora con respecto a su anterior entrega. No sabría decir si es la mejor historia, ya que no he jugado todos los Zelda, pero sin duda es de las mejores de la saga.
    En conclusión, explorar y descubrir todo este espacio y tiempo va a ser una de las mejores experiencias que vais a poder vivir en cuanto a videojuegos. Y recordad, todos los juegos tienen una historia, pero solo uno es leyenda.
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  13. Jun 5, 2023
    10
    Well, i've been playing video games for more then 25 years and this is the best game i've played.
  14. May 22, 2023
    10
    Totk é um excelente jogo, tem tudo que eu sempre quis em um jogo Zelda. Grandes e belos ambientes com muita coisa a serem descobertas e cada vez mais surpreendente assim como em Breath. As novas mecânicas e interação praticamente tudo no jogo, sem contar que agora podermos explorar desde ambientes subterrâneos, superfície e céu. Em fim existe uma vasta forma de se jogar, cada um tem suaTotk é um excelente jogo, tem tudo que eu sempre quis em um jogo Zelda. Grandes e belos ambientes com muita coisa a serem descobertas e cada vez mais surpreendente assim como em Breath. As novas mecânicas e interação praticamente tudo no jogo, sem contar que agora podermos explorar desde ambientes subterrâneos, superfície e céu. Em fim existe uma vasta forma de se jogar, cada um tem sua própria experiência com o jogo só posso dizer que joguem e joguem TofTK, e tenham suas próprias conclusões, não deem bola para os haters do jogo. Expand
  15. May 14, 2023
    10
    Simplesmente o melhor jogo que estou jogando esse ano. O único ponto fraco são algumas ligeiras quedas de FPS, mas nada que interfira na jogatina. Está muito emocionante
  16. Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Anybody rating this game poorly is a sad, unfortunate soul and keeps an entire box of maxi pads with them at all times to clean up their tears whenever something doesn't go their way. Similarly, if you complain that this game is too expensive with a $10 increase to the price tag, I would highly recommend stopping the usage of your parent's credit cards, and then go back to playing fartnite :)
  17. May 16, 2023
    10
    I was concerned this game would just be more BOTW, but it’s fresh and fun! Then opening cut scenes are exciting. Some say the first few hours are slow, but I needed that because I haven’t played BOTW in five years, so I had to relearn the controls again.
  18. May 30, 2023
    10
    I didn't expect that this game could surpass the previous one, it's amazing, you can play it, it will be guaranteed fun.
  19. May 13, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este sea probablemente uno de los mejores juegos que se hayan hecho en la historia. Coge todo lo bueno de Zelda BotW y lo mejora aún más.
    No sólo teníamos la premisa de poder visitar islas flotantes sino q la mejor parte de la lleva el subsuelo.
    Sin lugar a duda el mejor juego del catálogo de la switch
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  20. May 16, 2023
    10
    Jogo muito bom apesar das limitações do Switch, estou com 40he vou mais umas 80h facil.
  21. Jun 10, 2023
    10
    This game make me feels like that Botw was only an tech engine. Nice Gameplay mechanics and a superb story.
  22. May 14, 2023
    10
    This is the sort of game that doesn’t really feel like it should be rated on a scale. I can’t even give it a proper review. Words and numbers can’t accurately convey just how good this game really is. This is the sort of experience that comes along once in a generation. Experience it for yourself. Go.
  23. May 15, 2023
    10
    This is a game made for BOTW fans, If you don't like the game because it is not linear, that is fine. If you think it's bad cause its ''not a zelda game'' that's fine. Unfortunately for you, it is a real Zelda game that exists and luckily for this game, I am a BOTW fan. WIth that said, this is the best game of all time. All of my the problems have been fixed from BOTW. Soundtrack? Amazing.This is a game made for BOTW fans, If you don't like the game because it is not linear, that is fine. If you think it's bad cause its ''not a zelda game'' that's fine. Unfortunately for you, it is a real Zelda game that exists and luckily for this game, I am a BOTW fan. WIth that said, this is the best game of all time. All of my the problems have been fixed from BOTW. Soundtrack? Amazing. Story? A noticeable improvement. Gameplay? Out of this world. This game is all i could ever ask for and more. Go play it. Expand
  24. May 21, 2023
    10
    This game ads so much to what botw already established. The World feels alive and the story is emotional and unique. The new mechanics, amazing sidequests, which go far beyond typical ones, and other aspects make this game really unique. While controversial mechanics like rain and weapon durability haven't been removed, there have been changes that make them much less annoying. Love thisThis game ads so much to what botw already established. The World feels alive and the story is emotional and unique. The new mechanics, amazing sidequests, which go far beyond typical ones, and other aspects make this game really unique. While controversial mechanics like rain and weapon durability haven't been removed, there have been changes that make them much less annoying. Love this game from start to finish Expand
  25. May 14, 2023
    10
    Another epic journey and adventure with Zelda, the definition of an open world game!!!
  26. Jun 4, 2023
    10
    Greatest game of all time and it's not even close.
    The gameplay can blow away even the most sceptic of players, giving you unparalleled freedom that has never been experimented with in any other game ever.
    The story is a breathtaking ride that keeps you wondering about what will come next, managing to hit you with emotional bombshells the moment you are most vulnerable. The dungeons are
    Greatest game of all time and it's not even close.
    The gameplay can blow away even the most sceptic of players, giving you unparalleled freedom that has never been experimented with in any other game ever.
    The story is a breathtaking ride that keeps you wondering about what will come next, managing to hit you with emotional bombshells the moment you are most vulnerable.
    The dungeons are a breath of fresh air, feeling much more creative than they did in Breath of the Wild, managing to utilize the new physics engine in an interesting and fun way.
    This game manages to feel like an improvement to what many would already describe as "perfection", to say this game has no flaws would not be too far from the truth.
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  27. May 16, 2023
    10
    This years Elden Ring. Huge scope, nice visuals, fresh mechanics and a world that is filled with life and many secrets. It makes BOTW feel like a beta version.
  28. May 14, 2023
    10
    whey you thought breath of the wild is the open world peak, in the fact that zelda team once again stand out here said all the player wrong. they have a better game. every thing you don't need to trust but nintendo and zelda team.
  29. May 20, 2023
    10
    Jogo Excelente!

    O jogo trás tudo o que você espera de uma sequência de BoTW e muito mais. Mais liberdade do que sequer você poderia pensar. Se BoTW já foi um marco para os jogos de mundo aberto, que antes se escondiam atrás de "os consoles não vão suportar" e o BoTW mostrou que problema não era de hardware, o Tears vem e expande mais ainda sua liberdade para explorar esse mundo rico e bem
    Jogo Excelente!

    O jogo trás tudo o que você espera de uma sequência de BoTW e muito mais. Mais liberdade do que sequer você poderia pensar. Se BoTW já foi um marco para os jogos de mundo aberto, que antes se escondiam atrás de "os consoles não vão suportar" e o BoTW mostrou que problema não era de hardware, o Tears vem e expande mais ainda sua liberdade para explorar esse mundo rico e bem elaborado dessa nova ambientação de Zelda. Quem joga em um mesmo console que tem os saves do zelda BoTW ainda pode desfrutar de alguns elementos importados dos saves.

    Um jogo com arte maravilhosa. Cores, fotografia, composição de cena perfeitos. Mais uma obra de arte por parte dos Devs.

    Músicas maravilhosas, design de personagens muito bem desenvolvidos.
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  30. Jun 6, 2023
    10
    The shrine puzzles are actually better than the original, the characters, even legacy ones like Zelda are somehow more interesting arguably than they've ever been, the new music is perfect and blends in well with music from Breath of the Wild so much so that I almost wonder if they weren't used tracks from the original, because my gawd are they amazing, and the new mechanics, while theyThe shrine puzzles are actually better than the original, the characters, even legacy ones like Zelda are somehow more interesting arguably than they've ever been, the new music is perfect and blends in well with music from Breath of the Wild so much so that I almost wonder if they weren't used tracks from the original, because my gawd are they amazing, and the new mechanics, while they have a slight learning curve are absolutely fantastic when you clear it, and while there is an occasional lag spike, it happens so little it barely warrants mentioning, but barely isn't nothing so I did, and it is an overall fantastic game. It probably won't Expand
  31. May 14, 2023
    10
    Really great game. I'm not even a Zelda fan, and no, it's not a copypaste of Breath of the Wild, it's a direct sequel, but it innovates with new quests, abilities etc... it's the most fun game I've played in years
  32. Aug 29, 2023
    10
    What a game changing game. This game grabs the already revolutionary video game breath of the wipd and makes it look like a demo dlfor this game. About 2.5 times the map, amazing new abilities which are used amazingly in puzzles, incredible new building gimmick both for the overworld and weapon crafting. This game also fixes all the problems of the previouse games such as the inclusion ofWhat a game changing game. This game grabs the already revolutionary video game breath of the wipd and makes it look like a demo dlfor this game. About 2.5 times the map, amazing new abilities which are used amazingly in puzzles, incredible new building gimmick both for the overworld and weapon crafting. This game also fixes all the problems of the previouse games such as the inclusion of dungeons, actually good bosses and and amazing end game.
    Another positive is the copious amount of unique and intricate quest lines and the incredible attention to detail given to npc dialogue.
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  33. May 13, 2023
    10
    Absolutely GOTY. Great job from AONUMA's and FUJIBAYASHI's team.

    This is a sequel to the best game ever made, BOTW. Now you can see an upgrade in all topics of the game. Sound desing, gameplay, main history, sidequest. Explore the skys, ground and undergound in your time. New habilites is a world of possibiliteis and Nintendo has made a unbeliveable job running this game at Nintendo
    Absolutely GOTY. Great job from AONUMA's and FUJIBAYASHI's team.

    This is a sequel to the best game ever made, BOTW. Now you can see an upgrade in all topics of the game. Sound desing, gameplay, main history, sidequest. Explore the skys, ground and undergound in your time.

    New habilites is a world of possibiliteis and Nintendo has made a unbeliveable job running this game at Nintendo Switch.

    For me, the game is a MUST PLAY, and possible best game ever made!
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  34. Jul 19, 2023
    10
    After 150 hours, it's time to write a review. This game made me smile from the first day I played it to the day when I defeated Ganondorf, which was yesterday. At first, I thought it was nothing much different from BotW aside from the new abilities... but man I was I wrong.

    But first, the cons. The story was a bit weak at first but gets better. I wish they changed how the armors looked
    After 150 hours, it's time to write a review. This game made me smile from the first day I played it to the day when I defeated Ganondorf, which was yesterday. At first, I thought it was nothing much different from BotW aside from the new abilities... but man I was I wrong.

    But first, the cons. The story was a bit weak at first but gets better. I wish they changed how the armors looked even a little bit because most of them are exactly what they looked like in BotW. I was also hoping for more variations with the korok challenges. It is the same Hyrule from BotW... but tbf, the sky islands, depths, caves and wells added a lot more places to explore and discover. And with the overworld monsters, I was expecting more of a challenge.

    The more hours I spent, the more different gameplay opportunities open up. Fiddling with zonai devices and fuse is funny as it is rewarding. Ascend is a god-sent ability that is very satisfying to use. The puzzles, places, bosses, and even the HUD is curated for a unique gaming experience which is what I personally think Zelda games do best. Not to mention there are several ways to solve a singular problem. I am a trial and error type of guy so it resonated with me very well.

    I mentioned that the story is a bit weak in the beginning but it got better and better especially in the final sequences of the main quest. I recommend getting the tears in order as it will provide you a more coherent story-telling experience!

    I love this game to the point that after 150 hours I wish there was more content even though I've only completed about 2/3 of the sidequests and about 90% of the shrines. I'll certainly keep playing and wait for the DLC (no official announcement yet but I hope there is a DLC). If that DLC didn't come after I 100% the game quests and shrines, I am considering another playthrough.
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  35. May 13, 2023
    10
    Un juego literalmente infinito en el cual puedes hacer lo que quieras y el único límite es tu imaginación con un mapa bastante más grande que el primero y con una historia más compleja lo vuelve para mí el mejor juego de la historia
  36. May 27, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game ever Great gameplay, music ,story After this game. Nobody deserves more than 8 Expand
  37. Jun 17, 2023
    10
    The Legend of Zelda, Tears of the Kingdom (TotK) redefines the genre Breath of the Wild created. Action-Adventure in a stunning open world that re-invents what anyone thought possible. Shifting the gameplay through the sky, land and depths while maintains a cohesive and immersive experience is something no other game has perfected. To tie each of these planes into rich gameplay is aThe Legend of Zelda, Tears of the Kingdom (TotK) redefines the genre Breath of the Wild created. Action-Adventure in a stunning open world that re-invents what anyone thought possible. Shifting the gameplay through the sky, land and depths while maintains a cohesive and immersive experience is something no other game has perfected. To tie each of these planes into rich gameplay is a feat that an indie developer (such as myself) dreams to accomplish but often gets lost on the staggering amounts of possibilities to account for. Couple this with intuitive abilities like UltraHand and Ascend, players can truly write their own narrative for their own personal journey of Links. We can all tell different stories for how we happened upon this treasure, or approached this puzzle. There is no wrong anymore, TotK saw to that.

    Nintendo and company have taken a world, that’s largely been explored down to its rocks - and shaped it into an epic new quest that begs to be explored… and they waste no time in giving Link the arsenal of abilities that absolutely tower over the previous title. So while you can craft a flying mine cart to carry you over a large distance - using a rocket to give you the necessary take off speed, players will still drop down at the site of a new well or cave that beggars exploration.

    The storyline follows the same memory-style approach experienced in the titles predecessor, but it is truly brought to life throughout Hyrules many different cultures and occupants. You can engage with everyone, discovering new quests or a better way to make a rupee. The story advances at your will, allowing you to pace yourself in an effort to soak up every bit of fun.

    UltraHand as an ability is a historical achievement in itself. Nintendo panders to the crafters of the world with an arsenal of possibilities that I’m still trying to grasp on how they did this on the senior year Switch console. There is nothing you can’t create from imagination - and no better world to do it in.

    I tip my hat to Nintendo for always putting gameplay quality as a priority since the days of me selecting a title as a kid - looming for that golden seal of quality. We are the Nintendo generation, and TotK is a reminder that gaming represents our dream, and that anything is possible.
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  38. May 14, 2023
    10
    This game is already the game of the year for me. It is so good. Links abilities make the game so much more open
  39. May 13, 2023
    10
    255 hours later, I finally saw the credits roll in this game and I still can't believe it's actually over; it felt like an experience of a lifetime.
    As someone who loved Breath of the Wild and had sky-high (pun intended) expectations for Tears of the Kingdoms, I got to say... the game surpassed my expectations.
    Now, while the combat system and the visuals remain largely the same as in
    255 hours later, I finally saw the credits roll in this game and I still can't believe it's actually over; it felt like an experience of a lifetime.
    As someone who loved Breath of the Wild and had sky-high (pun intended) expectations for Tears of the Kingdoms, I got to say... the game surpassed my expectations.
    Now, while the combat system and the visuals remain largely the same as in Breath of the Wild, everything else has been improved; the story is more engaging, the puzzles are more creative, there's more enemy variety, the map has been changed in many areas and there's much more content overall.
    However, being able to explore islands in the goddamn sky and the gloomy depths, paired up with Breath of the Wild's unmatched sense of exploration and even more player freedom, a huge world filled with so much content, 100 hours of playtime feels like barely scratching the surface, is an unbelievable achievement that I didn't think was possible for videogames.
    And I thought Breath of the Wild had mind-blowing abilities and mechanics but Tears of the Kingdom puts it to shame with its new set of abilities and tweaks; they're simply game-changing.
    With that being said though, I wish the sky islands were slightly more dense and the frame rate was more consistent.

    Pros:
    + Addictive gameplay
    + Groundbreaking new ideas
    + Massive world filled with nearly endless amount of content
    + Genius mechanics
    + Gorgeous visuals & audio

    Cons:
    - Frame drops at times

    Narrative: 5/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Content: 10/10
    Characters: 6/10
    Music: 9/10
    Art Style: 10/10

    Final Rating: 10/10
    - Masterpiece -
    While Breath of the Wild was a breath of fresh air for the Open World genre, Tears of the Kingdom raises the bar for the Open World genre up to the skies both figuratively and literally, and it goes even further by redefining the limits of videogames in general.
    This is a "once-in-a-decade" kind of game, an achievement in the videogame industry and a very strong contender for being the best videogame experience I've ever had.

    Do I recommend it?:
    It makes Breath of the Wild obsolete, so it's a must-play.
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  40. Jun 17, 2023
    10
    Una obra maestra: un mapa inmenso, con infinitas posibilidades de interactuar con él debido a las habilidades del personaje que permiten construir todo tipo de vehículos para desplazarse por tierra, mar o aire: de crear armas devastadoras, de combinar escudos, armas y objetos creando otros más complejos cuya utilidad y formas desafían a la imaginacion. Incontables Templos, santuarios,Una obra maestra: un mapa inmenso, con infinitas posibilidades de interactuar con él debido a las habilidades del personaje que permiten construir todo tipo de vehículos para desplazarse por tierra, mar o aire: de crear armas devastadoras, de combinar escudos, armas y objetos creando otros más complejos cuya utilidad y formas desafían a la imaginacion. Incontables Templos, santuarios, cuevas, mazmorras, con puzzles que ni los mejores diseñadores han logrado igualar. Un diseño artístico que, aunque continuista, amplia y mejora el anterior esta vez con paisajes en el firmamento y en el subsuelo. Una historia que es de las mejores que se han visto en un videojuego, narrada de forma sublime y acompañada por un doblaje y banda sonora de diez.
    Tears of the kingdom es el Zelda perfecto
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  41. May 14, 2023
    10
    It does feel just fantastic. The new mechanics are brillant and gives a much of freedom when it comes to solving puzzles and all the sort. I think this is perfect for all those people, which liked BotW so much. And in the same time, the people who had no fun with BotW, will also don't find a way into this game - because the gameplay is very deep and progression comes from expierience.It does feel just fantastic. The new mechanics are brillant and gives a much of freedom when it comes to solving puzzles and all the sort. I think this is perfect for all those people, which liked BotW so much. And in the same time, the people who had no fun with BotW, will also don't find a way into this game - because the gameplay is very deep and progression comes from expierience.

    This is not a game you play to push trough. This is a game to learn, to master, to enjoy and (most important) to slow down / think about the problems you have to face and use your toolbox for the solution. And still, it's the same great world than before, but now even bigger. You have the Map of Hyrule again with massive changes, like you maybe knew from World of Warcraft to Cataclysm once. But it's not only an enhanced game world. There is so many new areas in the sky or down below the earth. It's not even possible to imagine how many content this game delivers.

    Arigatou, Nintendo! This one will be fore sure Game of the Year 2023.
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  42. May 22, 2023
    10
    Just a few words about Tears of the Kingdom.

    It is a Fantastic Game with stunning graphics for the Nintendo Switch.
  43. May 14, 2023
    10
    This game is absolutely incredible. Obviously a lot of similarities to botw but this game expands on everything that great game did and makes it better.
  44. Aug 13, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego es una pasada, cientos de horas de entretenimiento. Llevo cerca de las 200 y aún me queda. Sigo enganchada al juego como el primer día. Expand
  45. May 14, 2023
    10
    Wooooooooow!!! This game is awesome, the whole world, the story, everything!!! NINTENDO is the best!!
  46. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Absolute Masterpiece.! This game is the perfect sequel and expand everything in such a masterful way that words can't describe.
  47. May 14, 2023
    10
    The best game ever, the design of the world and the shrines was amazing, the new abilities are a huge improvement to the game, after play breath of the wild and now tears pf the kingdom i convinced there’s no game like those
  48. May 16, 2023
    10
    No other game can give you these tools, mechanis, the game is even bigger than what i imagined, its really embarrassing for other open world games because this game is THE best open game i would say ever!.
  49. May 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If this game has a bad review rate you know the drill
    The game is amazing even if you are not a Zelda fan try play the first 2h of it
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  50. Jun 4, 2023
    10
    An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda™: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch™.
  51. May 19, 2023
    10
    Game of the year for sure
    This game have an incredible world and an interesting story with some of the best mechanics ever made in videogame
    So creative and at the same time so epic
  52. May 27, 2023
    10
    A perfect sequel to an already perfect game. Everything that made Breath of the Wild great is equal to or greater in this sequel. I had my concerns going into this game, specifically regarding it losing its magic because its on the same Hyrule map as BOTW, and potentially over focusing on the building aspects that were covered in the previews. While the map of Hyrule is largely the same,A perfect sequel to an already perfect game. Everything that made Breath of the Wild great is equal to or greater in this sequel. I had my concerns going into this game, specifically regarding it losing its magic because its on the same Hyrule map as BOTW, and potentially over focusing on the building aspects that were covered in the previews. While the map of Hyrule is largely the same, it feels fresh and exciting to traverse the similar terrains. Following the events of the first game, while the outline of the terrain is similar, it feels very much like a new world to explore. In a way, it made it exciting to revisit the same areas to see how they were changed from the first game - I'm not saying this as a biased Zelda fan, if you enjoyed the first game, it truly is exciting to explore the world in this game. My other concern about the focus on the building is also not an issue, I was worried that it would take away from the exploration that I expect out of a Zelda game and turn it into a Lego game. This is absolutely not an issue, and they did a truly impressive job of allowing you to play the game your way. If you were one of the people that were really into the physics of BOTW, then this game added a ton of content for you, but if you're someone who enjoyed walking and exploring like myself, you can still do that with minimal tapping into the building physics. Truly the strongest element of this game is the ability to go about it your way. Most often there is no single correct solution to a puzzle - you just given the tools and you solve it your way, which in my opinion is far better than the awful direction that most puzzle games have gone over the recent decades where the is only ONE solution and instead of focusing on finding a solution, you are focused on thinking like the developer. They really made the shrines and puzzles fantastic in this game, and they were already pretty fun in the last game. The exploration in this game is really the best in gaming. BOTW was perfect as it was, but in hindsight there were a lot of areas that felt a bit empty. This game filled out the world to the point where you will reroute your path more times than you can count because you’re constantly getting distracted with side quests, hidden caves, interesting landmarks, random NPCs, enemy bases, etc. Although this uses the same map as BOTW, the entire world feels completely different and very well filled out. I’m 45 hours in and I have only completed one of the four main temples, probably explored 20% of the overworld map, explored a few of the sky areas (which to be fair, are a bit sparse), and only spent 30 minutes in the underworld. Depending on your play style, this will easily be a 100+ hour game (obviously you can rush through it much faster), possible 150-200, and it will truly fly by. It’s not a drag to force yourself through, it’s just satisfying exploration that is not replicated in any other game. That’s not to say other games don’t have fantastic exploration, but none of them have this sense of personal adventure like this one.

    Everything that made BOTW great is present in this game. The graphics aren't the highest caliber but they are absolutely beautiful. The sound design is flawless, still among the best I've ever experienced in a game - its a beautiful balance of silence and ambient noises and very peaceful and nonintrusive piano music. The story is far more expansive and engaging than the previous game, which I found to be one of the weakest parts of BOTW. This game is absolutely among one of the best I have played. I can tell because from the first two hours of exploring the world post-tutorial, I already thought to myself that I didn't want the game to end. I want to take my time, I want to stop to explore things, I want this game to last. Its a masterpiece. The best open world game out there. I’m usually a harsh critic too, check my other reviews.
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  53. Jul 21, 2023
    10
    Don't red the reviews.
    Don't listen to people who say this is a DLC
    Just relax and enjoy this wonderful piece of media.
    10/10 no questions asked
  54. May 14, 2023
    10
    Ce veramente poco da scrivere, Totk è semplicemente il miglior videogame mai fatto. Grazie Eiji, hai il miglior team di sviluppo del mondo e sei il miglior director del mondo dei videogiochi Grazie!
  55. May 14, 2023
    10
    You only need the first hour of play to literally sweep away everything published in the last two years in any studio. Wonderful creation.
  56. May 31, 2023
    10
    Nintendo delivers again in yet another magnificent Legend of Zelda adventure. I feel it's far superior to its predecessor in multiple ways; For instance, shrines and temple are more fun to complete thanks to the new powers Link's gotten at the beginnin of the game.
    Unlike Breath of the Wild at release in 2017, the game runs perfectly smooth in dock mode, stable with no noticeable drops in fps.
  57. May 21, 2023
    10
    Brilliant - the building mechanics are fun and the additional ways to explore the world underground and in the sky bring innovation in this Zelda game. So much replay value for these reasons, as well as containing classic dungeons and quests.
  58. May 13, 2023
    10
    Nintendo has done it again. Once you learn the controls it's even better then you'd think. I have to say play for a few hours and your in deep yet have done little. They reinvented the flipper in such a great way. Enjoy all the different thing you'll create and explore. I've also found some slight souls elements while playing.
  59. May 14, 2023
    10
    ¡Amazing game!

    Despite the fact we are revisiting the same map, most of the new mechanics that were implemented make it feel so different; fresh and renewed.
  60. May 30, 2023
    10
    Extremely fun and creative! I have been playing waaay too much, and I have almost lost my social life because of it...
  61. May 17, 2023
    10
    Zelda Tears of the Kingdom is an awesome game just pure perfection from the previous game.
    Do not be fooled into thinking that this is just a DLC of the BOTW, I assure you that this game does have new and creative additions. Yes, you will see some returning characters of the previous game and the Hyrule map is still somewhat the same but with some newer additions to explore.
    I haven't
    Zelda Tears of the Kingdom is an awesome game just pure perfection from the previous game.
    Do not be fooled into thinking that this is just a DLC of the BOTW, I assure you that this game does have new and creative additions. Yes, you will see some returning characters of the previous game and the Hyrule map is still somewhat the same but with some newer additions to explore.
    I haven't fully completed the game yet; I'm still exploring the vast open world map. But so far, I am enjoying it.
    If you are looking for any new games to play on the Nintendo Switch, I highly recommend picking up the Zelda Tears of the Kingdom. 10/10.
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  62. May 14, 2023
    10
    Dieses Kunstwerk wird in Zukunft, in die Geschichte der Videospiel-Kultur, neben anderen Legenden, sich einreihen.
  63. May 15, 2023
    10
    Amazing game.
    Art, music, mechanics, world... all really good.
    One of the best games ever made.
  64. May 14, 2023
    10
    Absolutely nice and in my opinion better than BOTW, the crafting system, the story and the quests are much interesting than in other Zelda games!
    And well the hours of contents and the post game stuff is so awesome.
  65. May 13, 2023
    10
    Normally I don't rate games or write review, but TOTK is exceptional game , no open world could even come close to the level of what you could experience while playing. Update: after spending few hours playing the game , I changed my mind I would give it 20 not 10 , though the basic graphics and frame rate stll fun to play and explore, it is real sequel of the game means continuation of BOTW.
  66. May 14, 2023
    10
    Tão bom quanto breath of the wild mesmo quando reciclagem consegue ter uma historia excelente
  67. May 17, 2023
    10
    This is just... wow. What can I even say? This game is superb. Great opening area, great map in general(they made it fresh despite being the same one from BOTW!), the new gimmicks with fuse and ultrahand would seem ridiculous once upon a time, but they're the natural progression from Breath of the Wild.

    Unfortunately the framerate isn't great, but this isn't really TOTK's fault, it's
    This is just... wow. What can I even say? This game is superb. Great opening area, great map in general(they made it fresh despite being the same one from BOTW!), the new gimmicks with fuse and ultrahand would seem ridiculous once upon a time, but they're the natural progression from Breath of the Wild.

    Unfortunately the framerate isn't great, but this isn't really TOTK's fault, it's the Switch's, and the chip shortage likely prevented them from making a Switch pro.

    There are other cons, but they're far outweighed by the pros. I spent like 20 hours on this game in the opening weekend alone, and I could go for much longer. The world is just filled to the brim with so much stuff to do! One of the Switch's best games for sure.

    I see people saying it doesn't deserve the $70 price tag because it looks and runs worse than the other next gen games that are priced for $70, but while graphics ARE Important don't get me wrong, this game justifies it's price tag in other ways. It's definitely worth $10 more than most Switch games priced at $60. Yes, many Switch games are overpriced at even that amount, but many others are plenty worth $60, and TOTK is worth $10 more than those aswell. Fantastic game.
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  68. Jun 2, 2023
    10
    O jogo é tão grandioso, com a melhor história da franquia, criatividade a milhão, ima Hyrule renovada, o reino dos céus(o primeiro salto é inesquecível), as temidas profundezas, a volta de Ganondorf, MUUUUITA EMOÇÃO, as batalhas grandiosas contra os chefes, puzzles geniais e o melhor: finalmente o protagonismo da Zelda.
  69. May 14, 2023
    10
    Surpasses Breath of the Wild in every way, and that was already a masterpiece
  70. May 15, 2023
    10
    Best game I ever played. The game dinamics and the soundtrack are an impressive création
  71. May 14, 2023
    10
    Simplemente GOTY, la saga de zelda nunca deja de superarse, y han logrado nuevamente un juego mejor al anterior, cosa que muchas personas veían imposible. 100% Recomendado
  72. May 16, 2023
    10
    Nintendo lo ha vuelto a hacer, lejos de crear una secuela continuista, coge la base de Botw y la perfecciona, con nuevas mecánicas llenas de talento y creatividad, con las que vuelven a revolucionar los videojuegos. Ningún juego se acerca a lo que hace TOTK, es una pena, porque muchos juegos podrían aprender de esta saga, no para hacer lo mismo, sino para innovar, crear algo más original,Nintendo lo ha vuelto a hacer, lejos de crear una secuela continuista, coge la base de Botw y la perfecciona, con nuevas mecánicas llenas de talento y creatividad, con las que vuelven a revolucionar los videojuegos. Ningún juego se acerca a lo que hace TOTK, es una pena, porque muchos juegos podrían aprender de esta saga, no para hacer lo mismo, sino para innovar, crear algo más original, no repetir la fórmula una y otra vez, ya cansa jugar siempre a lo mismo. 10/10 para esta obra maestra. Expand
  73. May 14, 2023
    10
    To those complaining about the game, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with the game, just like Breath of the Wild we do get the occasional frame drops but it’s not worse than with the first game! Those saying it feels more like a dlc, BS!! Don’t believe these ungrateful people who are never happy with anything.

    BY THE WAY… It seems some of these reviews giving the game a 0 out of 10 have
    To those complaining about the game, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with the game, just like Breath of the Wild we do get the occasional frame drops but it’s not worse than with the first game! Those saying it feels more like a dlc, BS!! Don’t believe these ungrateful people who are never happy with anything.

    BY THE WAY…

    It seems some of these reviews giving the game a 0 out of 10 have been mistakes, because if you read their reviews it sounds more like a 10. So this should be higher than a 9 in total by now as I’ve seen many of these mistakes.
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  74. May 24, 2023
    10
    The BBC put it best in just four words, "a work of art". This game is inexplicably massive in both scope as well as narrative. The perfect balance between the open world exploration of Breath of the Wild, and the more linear storytelling and dungeon/temple solving of Ocarina of Time. Anyone rushing to complete this game in less than 50 hours is missing out on truly enjoying the game of aThe BBC put it best in just four words, "a work of art". This game is inexplicably massive in both scope as well as narrative. The perfect balance between the open world exploration of Breath of the Wild, and the more linear storytelling and dungeon/temple solving of Ocarina of Time. Anyone rushing to complete this game in less than 50 hours is missing out on truly enjoying the game of a generation, whereas most will hopefully be spending 100's of hours exploring this world, being distracted by every NPC, every stable quest, and every stray banana making you question if the direction you're going in is a good one!

    If gamers are still six years on discovering mechanics in Breath of the Wild that no-one has seen yet, then Fuse and Ultrahand will be keeping YouTubers and Twitter users alike surprised and confused as to how the hell Nintendo's team pulled this off for the next decade and then some. A technical feat that has shocked developers worldwide, and had the competition in awe on social media. If you choose to pass this game by, you're missing out on the closest to perfection in gaming this era. A masterpiece.
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  75. May 15, 2023
    10
    i love the new mechanics, the sky, the underground and also in general seeing how the world & civilization has evolved after BOTW
  76. May 14, 2023
    10
    That was a difficult challenge for Nintendo. Tears of the Kingdom is the perfect sequel of a perfect game. Congrats!
  77. Jun 22, 2023
    10
    So good. One of the best Zelda games. It adds so much to the world of Breath of the Wild.
  78. May 15, 2023
    10
    Not perfect, but extensive, giving real bang for your buck. Improved visuals and the best beginning on a videogame ever. This rating might change after I finish it.
  79. May 19, 2023
    10
    Actual masterpiece. You see this word being thrown around a lot, but this game is an actual masterpiece. Nintendo managed to create something technically astonishing but also incredibly fun to play. I can not overstate this enough. Please, do yourself a favor and give this game a real shot. You will fall in love.
  80. May 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game ever, 20/10 and god, only one zelda dethrone another zelda.... Thanks Nintendo Expand
  81. May 28, 2023
    10
    its just the perfect game if you want an open world that feels so alive and with mechanics and physics so real its mind boggling specially if you are a Zelda fan you can truly call this game your home. I am new to Zelda and the story is amazing I can not put it down this game is so good. definitely will play the rest of the Zelda games I can find on my Switch.
  82. May 15, 2023
    10
    One of the best if not THE best game ever made. The story, the OST, the puzzles, everything comes together in an adventure that feels endless with characters that you'll absolutely love
  83. May 18, 2023
    10
    I’m not giving this game a perfect 20 because it’s flawless , because it isn’t. It lags and jitters, but really… that’s it.

    How did they Jam Pack all of this into a switch game I’ll never know. There are side adventures that last longer than some games main quest lines. Everything is more engaging and alive and progresses as you do. I can’t praise it enough People who are rating it low
    I’m not giving this game a perfect 20 because it’s flawless , because it isn’t. It lags and jitters, but really… that’s it.

    How did they Jam Pack all of this into a switch game I’ll never know. There are side adventures that last longer than some games main quest lines. Everything is more engaging and alive and progresses as you do. I can’t praise it enough

    People who are rating it low are extremely missing the point of the game and haven’t actually played it to play it , but played it to rate it
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  84. May 13, 2023
    10
    Game Is Amazing
    gameplay Is incredibly fun and story very cool, fighting old enemies of the series is also Extremely good
  85. May 21, 2023
    10
    Awesome only game better still is Oot….Most Zelda games are great though if you have the patience and smarts to play them for hours on end
  86. May 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredible game play, Incredible new features, Incredible game mechanics, just INCREDIBLE Expand
  87. May 14, 2023
    10
    Great mechanics absolutely fabulous Larger map with new areas like the skies and the undergrounds and caves and more !
    The fuse and the ultrahand is a smart way to play the game ! Trully FUN GAME masterpiece It is breath of the wild x2 And no it is not the same dont make them fool you most of them even don't have switch
  88. May 16, 2023
    10
    This is it. BOTW was a masterpiece already, but it had it's fair amount of issues, but this? It improved every single aspect of botw, looks better, map is at least twice as big, way more weapons, weapon durability is not an issue anymore, and the story is actually important now, and there's a lot more of it. Yes it has some fps drops, but it is already mindblowing that it runs at all inThis is it. BOTW was a masterpiece already, but it had it's fair amount of issues, but this? It improved every single aspect of botw, looks better, map is at least twice as big, way more weapons, weapon durability is not an issue anymore, and the story is actually important now, and there's a lot more of it. Yes it has some fps drops, but it is already mindblowing that it runs at all in the switch, and we will have to deal with until we get the switch pro. At the start you might get bored or confused because of the sheer amount of stuff you can do, but the longer you play and get used to your powers, the more you will enjoy it. The game gives you absolute freedom to do shrines in many ways, travel the world with selfmade vehicles, or flying, or even riding a dragon. You can basically do whatever you can think of, you just have to be very creative, and people are not used to that in modern gaming because almost every AAA game is a linear "go there by doing" this, but not here, here it is more of a "go there in any way you can think of, just do it". And then there's the music. Botw's soundtrack was a masterpiece, and this does not fall behind at all, with some old songs from botw and a lot of new songs that are just perfect, they really went all out on that aspect.
    Basically, play it. If you rate this game a 0 you have 100% not played it and are just a blind hater that doesn't like the fact that this is as good as it is and not the "Dlc" you all said it was going to be.
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  89. May 13, 2023
    10
    Game is amazing. Similar to Breath of the Wild but even better. So much to.d9 in this game, you can get lost for hours and still not scratch the surface of the game.
  90. May 16, 2023
    10
    This game feels like the true completion of breath of the wild. It greatly expanded on the basic formula of fun = player x field first practiced by its’ prequel breath of the wild, and improved many of the tiny complaints about botw. In many ways this feels like the true form of what the developing team has had in mind when they envisioned botw. And with tears of the kingdom, I think itThis game feels like the true completion of breath of the wild. It greatly expanded on the basic formula of fun = player x field first practiced by its’ prequel breath of the wild, and improved many of the tiny complaints about botw. In many ways this feels like the true form of what the developing team has had in mind when they envisioned botw. And with tears of the kingdom, I think it also brings to the surface a very intersecting question, both for game developers and gamers, that is: “What truly endows a game with a sense of freshness? Is it the new storyline? Is it new characters? New art style? Or something else?” I think tears of the kingdom is a new landmark in this respect. Expand
  91. May 16, 2023
    10
    An interesting and impressive game. You can't help but admire how the developers have expanded the map in the Y-axis. Overflowing content and upgrades that go beyond the category of progression.
  92. May 13, 2023
    10
    After Playing this game for 10 hours I can say, that this ISN'T DLC, a GOOD STORY and A LOT OF NEW MECHANICS make this game better than Zelda BOTK with this said I can say that this game, isn't a normal game, IT'S THE PERFECT SEQUEL FOR THE BEST GAME EVER. If you Like Video games it's a must play.
  93. May 17, 2023
    10
    This game is better than breath of the wild in almost every way. The abilities in this game allow for lots of creativity and fun. Weapon fusing is my favourite because you can make lots of fun combinations. Ascend is the most convenient ability by far you can easily get up things much quicker. And ultra hand you can build lots of different creations to help you traverse and solve puzzles.This game is better than breath of the wild in almost every way. The abilities in this game allow for lots of creativity and fun. Weapon fusing is my favourite because you can make lots of fun combinations. Ascend is the most convenient ability by far you can easily get up things much quicker. And ultra hand you can build lots of different creations to help you traverse and solve puzzles.

    Best switch game
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  94. May 24, 2023
    10
    un juegazo la gente pipera y pilera lo califica como malo por celos de ser goty ,pero en fin ellos con sus pelijuegos y "explusivos que lloren" en fin por eso tiene en el nombre las lagrimas de la gente como esos
  95. Jun 4, 2023
    10
    literally just breath of the wild (which was already my favourite game) but with so much more story and varied bosses and also just generally more things to do
  96. May 14, 2023
    10
    Best game ever made, way better than Breath of the Wild and a much better title too.
  97. May 15, 2023
    10
    Un Zelda que mejora en todo a su predecesor, cielo, tierra y subsuelo para explorar, sin duda el mejor juego de Nintendo hasta la fecha. Sí bien quita algunas habilidades interesantes de la primera entrega, las nuevas habilidades mas simples llegan a abrir el camino a la imaginación y jugabilidad a otro nivel, totalmente un imprescindible en cualquier época.
  98. May 13, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There are so many contents in this game. I can't sleep because of playing this game Expand
  99. Jun 27, 2023
    10
    This game is wonderful New abilities enables to do many things also scenery and dungeons design also great
  100. May 14, 2023
    10
    Must play games are getting super rare, and you just found one of them so grab your broken ass master sword and go save Hyrule! (oh and ignore all the 0-2 scores unless you find it funny to read like me)
Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 150 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 0 out of 150
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Mar 18, 2024
    100
    I wasn't sure how Nintendo would find a way to top their work in Breath of the Wild back when it came out, but I feel they have here – with years of more polish applied and refined exploration. [Issue #66 – July/August 2023, p. 71]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 22, 2024
    100
    The good thing is that, thanks to the limited possibilities, the creators couldn't go crazy and swing for hundreds of game miles. Instead, they created what could be called Elden Ring in a travel pack. [Issue#328]
  3. Dec 28, 2023
    100
    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has lived up to the high expectations created by the success of Breath of the Wild with its exquisitely intertwined gameplay systems, outstanding music, and a legendary story culminating in a magnificent denouement. It's not every day that such a special video game like this comes around. Truly the stuff of legend.