The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9840 Ratings

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  1. Lionel14
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Dieses Spiel ist sehr besonders. Es verwendet die gleiche Welt aber in vielen Änderungen und es hat den Untergrund und die Himmelsinseln. Es fühlt sich wie ein komplett neues Spiel an. Die Story ist sehr gut.
    Die Zwischensequenzen sind ein Meisterwerk.
    Ein Muss für jeden Switch Besitzer!
  2. Soracifer88
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Zelda is a great modern masterpiece, one of those games that make next-gen games that focus on graphics without bringing anything really innovative and next-generation pale.
    A sequel capable of elevating and making what was already one of the best games ever made feel like a beta.
    Pros: +Incredible level design on multiple levels +interaction to whole new level + unique ability that    Zelda is a great modern masterpiece, one of those games that make next-gen games that focus on graphics without bringing anything really innovative and next-generation pale.
    A sequel capable of elevating and making what was already one of the best games ever made feel like a beta.

    Pros:
    +Incredible level design on multiple levels
    +interaction to whole new level
    + unique ability that completely change the way you play in the combat, puzzle and exploration
    +Zonai device completely change the approach on the game halfway
    +great music
    +endless quality content and new idea

    with:
    -Some framerate issue (switch fault)
    -sage abilty are a bit wonky, a step back from the botw champion ability

    TOTK is not "perfect" but 10 for me dosent mean perfection but great archivement and step up in the gamedesign and in this media... totk use the same map and still manage to feels new and something never seen and play before. masterpiece.    … Expand
  3. srosebrace
    Jun 25, 2023
    9
    totk makes you feel like botw was only a tech demo and it shows
    totk delivers on what fans have been wanting for years and it gives it all

    it improved on it self and added so much more
    you can approach a fight in any way you like : may it be straight in to battle. stealth, bow and arrow or make the most car like thing destryoing anything in there path
  4. OthoGx
    Jun 24, 2023
    5
    Buenas mecánicas, pero no me gustaron sus gráficas,y que el jefe final es el mismo
  5. miguel100787
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Perfecto heredero del BOTW, un juego brillante desde el primer momento. Una sensación de libertad indescriptible. Le pondría más de 10. Ya lo terminé 2 veces y quiero volverlo a hacer
  6. Chilly_Gamerboy
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Tears of the Kingdom took the building blocks for what an open-world Zelda game could be from Breath of the Wild and further refined the experience. Expanding the map, new traversal skills, and the fusion ability really amp up the creativity and create a very fun and addictive experience. The game is loaded with beautiful and creepy sights, side-quests that will keep you busy for hours,Tears of the Kingdom took the building blocks for what an open-world Zelda game could be from Breath of the Wild and further refined the experience. Expanding the map, new traversal skills, and the fusion ability really amp up the creativity and create a very fun and addictive experience. The game is loaded with beautiful and creepy sights, side-quests that will keep you busy for hours, and a surprisingly emotional and heavy story. Tears of the Kingdom easily cemented itself as one of the top five games in the series, in my opinion.… Expand
  7. ShadozeGG
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    Experience the extraordinary achievement of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, a game that astounds with groundbreaking gameplay mechanics and pushes the boundaries of Nintendo's hardware. Hyrule is more vibrant than ever, offering a plethora of mysteries in its vast skies and deep chasms. While not revolutionizing the gaming landscape, Tears of the Kingdom empowers players to be innovativeExperience the extraordinary achievement of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, a game that astounds with groundbreaking gameplay mechanics and pushes the boundaries of Nintendo's hardware. Hyrule is more vibrant than ever, offering a plethora of mysteries in its vast skies and deep chasms. While not revolutionizing the gaming landscape, Tears of the Kingdom empowers players to be innovative architects within its expansive sandbox, consistently awestruck by its unrivaled game world and intricate puzzles. It surpasses its predecessor, Breath of the Wild, in almost every aspect, delivering an unforgettable Zelda experience. However, while possessing exceptional qualities, Tears of the Kingdom feels more like a refined iteration rather than a completely new adventure, relying heavily on its predecessor and lacking a distinct "wow factor."… Expand
  8. hiko945
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Pros: Amazing new mechanic, that need to have in every game from now on. The replay value is so great that I have replayed this game twice since launched, and it took me nearly 250 hours of playtime.
    Cons: Visually the same as BOTW. The limited hardware is because of the old Switch system.

    Simple review: The best game in the series by far.
  9. GenericZeldaFan
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    The legend of Zelda is a bigger and better breath of the wild and I love it, I think the fuse ability was done to perfection with (the exception of not being able to put fish on your sticks), ultrahand is an amazing addition and really brings out your creativity, recall although being my least used ability, is still cool and you can definitely use it in creative ways, and ascend makes myThe legend of Zelda is a bigger and better breath of the wild and I love it, I think the fuse ability was done to perfection with (the exception of not being able to put fish on your sticks), ultrahand is an amazing addition and really brings out your creativity, recall although being my least used ability, is still cool and you can definitely use it in creative ways, and ascend makes my life so much easier! The added difficulty of the enemies is great and the return of dungeons and dungeon bosses is really nice. While the game is amazing it doesn’t mean it’s perfect and I still have a few gripes with it. The lack of connectivity between the two games is definitely one of the biggest flaws in my opinion, as well as the low amounts of sky islands. The dungeons, while I’m glad they are back feel kind of the same besides the environment, “activate 4 of this thing and fight the boss” that’s basically it. The sage abilities are also really underwhelming compared to the champion abilities in botw. But even with these flaws, I think the game is still the best Zelda game, even topping botw in my opinion.… Expand
  10. Turbo852
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    I wasn't sure how it could top Breath of the Wild, but Nintendo managed to do it! The main story is fun, but just exploring the new sky island and depths maps and building things along the way is endlessly entertaining. There's so much to do but you have the freedom to do as much or as little as you like. I haven't felt as entertained by any game in years. Not even Breath of the Wild wasI wasn't sure how it could top Breath of the Wild, but Nintendo managed to do it! The main story is fun, but just exploring the new sky island and depths maps and building things along the way is endlessly entertaining. There's so much to do but you have the freedom to do as much or as little as you like. I haven't felt as entertained by any game in years. Not even Breath of the Wild was as fun or exciting as Tears of the Kingdom has been and that was a really fun game.… Expand
  11. nobodyimportant
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. The world is full of content, and exploration feels rewarding. The game also has many puzzles, and the combat is also amazing. The only downside that I can think of is the story. It's good, but it's not great. It's the usual good vs evil, and I hoped they would try something different with Ganondorf.
  12. Blackhawk27
    Jun 24, 2023
    5
    One of the best games this year, it builds upon breath of the wild and makes everything even better, highly recommended for a switch user.
  13. ffanboy1
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Zelda tears of the kindgom is next level amazing, can't wait for the DLCs and sequel!
  14. matharwords
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Everything good about BotW, but turned up to 11. Probably the best open world, sandbox, adventure game ever made
  15. xgatto
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    What a journey. Makes BOTW feel like a tech demo. Beautifully made game, gigantic adventure that you're not going to forget anytime soon. As someone that thought BOTW was lacking something, this game is a 10/10
  16. malek_the_first
    Jun 24, 2023
    7
    good game in general
    feels a little repetitive
    unique mechanics
    story is also good
    the only problem with this game is that it came after breath of the wild
  17. FanFantasy56
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    De lo mejor que se a jugado este año, definitivamente tiene que ser un Goty, demasiada innovacion.
  18. Mikeaaml
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing game, I enjoyed every minute of it, from start to finish, I wish I could forget so that I can enjoy it for the first time again
  19. wsjw
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Nintendo has created a unbelievable Hyrule again after Breath of the wild.They added numerous numbers of new things and new gaming systems to promote the world having been created in the former game,making this series arrive in an incredible step.You will never feel bored during playing this game.
  20. Grifzerg
    Jun 24, 2023
    6
    Not horrible, but to familiar for my liking. Combat is boring again. And yes while the new fusion system and building system are fun, it doesn’t add enough for me to want to play it more than once. Even the new area is bland in exploration and new caves in the reused map aren’t interesting enough to make it stick out. And while I did love the story, by the third temple, I was ready for itNot horrible, but to familiar for my liking. Combat is boring again. And yes while the new fusion system and building system are fun, it doesn’t add enough for me to want to play it more than once. Even the new area is bland in exploration and new caves in the reused map aren’t interesting enough to make it stick out. And while I did love the story, by the third temple, I was ready for it to be over with. Altogether a good game, but the reuse of old mechanics, paired with just a few new ones wasn’t enough to make this a stand out for me.… Expand
  21. ZeldaisOver
    Jun 24, 2023
    0
    I have never hated any video game more than this overrated mediocre outdated snooze fest.
  22. dragonskorpion
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Este juego es una obra de arte, se nota toda la dedicación y el amor que le han puesto a este característico juego de Nintendo, totalmente recomendable, es un juego con el que pasarás horas y horas sin aburrirte ni un solo minuto, cuenta con actividades por todo el mapa, su mapeado es espectacular, su historia te mantiene enganchado con una narrativa buenisima y con un desarrollo brutal, yEste juego es una obra de arte, se nota toda la dedicación y el amor que le han puesto a este característico juego de Nintendo, totalmente recomendable, es un juego con el que pasarás horas y horas sin aburrirte ni un solo minuto, cuenta con actividades por todo el mapa, su mapeado es espectacular, su historia te mantiene enganchado con una narrativa buenisima y con un desarrollo brutal, y su optimizacion es muy buena para ser un juego de Nintendo Switch. En definitiva, es uno de los mejores juegos de la historia… Expand
  23. Sinking17
    Jun 24, 2023
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The battle system is poorly designed. Nowhere near the previous game. Very disappointed gameplay.… Expand
  24. dracf
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    To me this game feels like the definitive version of Breath of The Wild that I happily spent 70 Euros for.

    The new mechanics make it a masterpiece. Everything is way better than before and after this you will never be able to go back to Breath of the Wild Hyrule again. I am deducting 1 point as "The Depths" absolutely did not work for me. To me they are on the same enjoyment level as    To me this game feels like the definitive version of Breath of The Wild that I happily spent 70 Euros for.

    The new mechanics make it a masterpiece. Everything is way better than before and after this you will never be able to go back to Breath of the Wild Hyrule again.

    I am deducting 1 point as "The Depths" absolutely did not work for me. To me they are on the same enjoyment level as sailing in "Wind Waker". However, Nintendo know what they are doing by making them sort of optional. I spent 100+ hrs on the game above ground and only went "down there" for a few hrs when it was mandatory for the main story.    … Expand
  25. Asivutastic
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    240 hours later, I still haven't 100% the game. I think this might be my favorite game of all time. I am a PC gamer who only got a switch so late in 2023 is to play BOTW and TOTK. BOTW was 10/10 and TOTK surpasses that.
  26. Sephiroth_7_7
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    as of writing this review I am over 80 hours in and still not done with all the stuff I wanna finish before heading to the end boss. I have to say I wasnt the biggest fan of botw, while I think botw is a good game it had many flaws. Imo totk fixes almost all of them in an amazing way. Exploration is even better in this game, so is the story. The possibilities in this game are massive andas of writing this review I am over 80 hours in and still not done with all the stuff I wanna finish before heading to the end boss. I have to say I wasnt the biggest fan of botw, while I think botw is a good game it had many flaws. Imo totk fixes almost all of them in an amazing way. Exploration is even better in this game, so is the story. The possibilities in this game are massive and the game overall is an amazing experience. I cannot recommend this game enough, I might update my review when im done playing it but I can already say that this game is a 10/10 there is basically nothing wrong with it.… Expand
  27. Kylewhetnall
    Jun 24, 2023
    5
    BOTW reskin with new abilities. This game needs more powerful hardware to shine.
  28. arm302540
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is game of the year for me every element in this game. Is so **** good especially the final boss fight and rauru remember this name moment.… Expand
  29. maliou
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    I still remember that day when I saw the PV where Link flew down from the sky, I cried with excitement at that time, I couldn't imagine how Nintendo did it! The imagination of this work is too strong, you can explore the sky, the earth, the underground, except the ocean!
    At the same time, this game further increases the proportion of the plot. Zelda’s sacrifice of herself for Link and the    I still remember that day when I saw the PV where Link flew down from the sky, I cried with excitement at that time, I couldn't imagine how Nintendo did it! The imagination of this work is too strong, you can explore the sky, the earth, the underground, except the ocean!
    At the same time, this game further increases the proportion of the plot. Zelda’s sacrifice of herself for Link and the future of the world makes my blood boil. The final ending is also a good ending that I like. I have to give this work full marks.    … Expand
  30. Vv1119
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Phenomenal. Possibly the game of a decade, sure to shape the gaming industry for years to come.
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Universal acclaim - based on 150 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 145 out of 150
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 150
  3. 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. Shacknews
    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.
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