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. Positive: 7,514 out of 9840
  2. Mixed: 734 out of 9840
  3. Negative: 1,592 out of 9840
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  1. C3sar891
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is simply a masterpiece, from a very young age I have been a fan of this video game saga but this game is just perfect, the open world, endless possibilities, the freedom to do what you want, you can explore the vast world of Hyrule, or just you can go defeat the main boss from the start if you can and want to.… Expand
  2. lumusa
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado en mucho tiempo, cada vez que parece que has explorado lo suficiente y has completado la zona, crece mucho más, llevo mas de 150 horas de juego y todavía no siento que se me haya vuelto repetitivo, de hecho, al pasarme a otros juegos, noto que me faltan las mecánicas que han puesto, la infiltración, la ultramano... son súper cómodas y una vez las pruebas no hay marcha atrás, es un juego pensado para cualquier tipo de jugador… Expand
  3. Hardik_77
    May 14, 2023
    10
    don't listen to anyone they haven't played the game, the game is magnificent and it is not a DLC.
  4. Nobreezy
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Fun game, worth the wait, tons to do; don’t know if I’ll ever finish lol
  5. roggeruwu
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Una obra maestra. Brinda horas de diversión aprovechando el mundo de su predecesor, elevándolos a niveles inverosímiles.
  6. Dnicest138
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing & massive. The sense of discovery in unmatched in the industry as well as addresses all of Breath of the Wild’s shortcoming. Nothing short of spectacular. Hard to see another video game top this this year. Highly recommend for all lovers of open world games.
  7. Slaytherine
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This game is BOTW with an extra layer of depth and things to explore. People aren't wrong this looks and plays like BOTW, but they are dead wrong that this is just a DLC. The amount of depth and layers in this game is insane, they just didn't touch it yet or don't bother with them at all and expect this game to be like other mainstream AAA games.
  8. Mxrkuz
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Fixes Breath of the Wilds few issues and offers a much bigger world. Has a very good, untypical Zelda story that keeps you interested.
  9. gabo98co
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Breath of the wild era casi perfecto y con este juego aún lo hicieron más Perfecto, creí que era imposible superar el anterior
  10. jcuh
    May 14, 2023
    10
    In every way this feels like an upgraded, streamlined experience from BoTW.
  11. SahirGameOver
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Realmente este juego supera en absolutamente todo a su precuela, con eso ya va a ser unos de los mejores juegos de la historia, pero no se conforma solo con eso, sino que va más allá y busco revolucionar la industria, y lo logro.
  12. MelodyGarrison
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Great game. Fun to play. Anyone calling it $70 DLC doesn't know what they're talking about. I was expecting it to be more similar to Breath of the Wild, but it's so massively different as well as being slightly similar. If you're going to say this is DLC for reusing assets you can't also sit there and say Majora's Mask is the best Zelda because they reused ALL of the assets from Ocarina of Time
  13. Nintenman_64
    May 16, 2023
    10
    A Masterpiece, best open world game I’ve ever played, and I’ve played a lot. I own a Xbox and PS, most of their games feel the same. For example the Horizon series.
  14. FadeToBlack137
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Game of the Decade. A direct sequel to Breath of the Wild and improved in every single way!
  15. Karlotendo
    May 16, 2023
    10
    The best Game I ever played! Its so good! The Sky World is very nice and the Underground is so epic! The Map from from Botw is change in many ways!
  16. JoshVM
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Simply a masterpiece. I'm 20 hours in, and I can't believe how much content there is in this game (and I feel I'm barely scratching the surface). Personally, I believe recycling lots of things from BOTW was a genius idea. You basically grab a game and a world that was exceptionally well done, and you add to it, improve and polish it for 6 more years. The final result is just and incredibleSimply a masterpiece. I'm 20 hours in, and I can't believe how much content there is in this game (and I feel I'm barely scratching the surface). Personally, I believe recycling lots of things from BOTW was a genius idea. You basically grab a game and a world that was exceptionally well done, and you add to it, improve and polish it for 6 more years. The final result is just and incredible experience. I can't wait to put hundredths of hours into this game!… Expand
  17. zimmy1997
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Best game i play ever , no limited with ideas , and crativevities , can do every you imaigine
  18. JoeSnickens
    May 14, 2023
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom again shows that a game doesn't have to be graphically good to be a masterpiece. This game innovates on its predecessor in everyway by expanding everything, including the map, new enemies and bosses, and new fun mechanics. This game also fixes lots of issues breath of the wild had, making it a 10/10 for me. (if this game doesn't win game of theThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom again shows that a game doesn't have to be graphically good to be a masterpiece. This game innovates on its predecessor in everyway by expanding everything, including the map, new enemies and bosses, and new fun mechanics. This game also fixes lots of issues breath of the wild had, making it a 10/10 for me. (if this game doesn't win game of the year i will come down for the game awards)… Expand
  19. BokoblinWIssues
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Absolutely 10/10. This game makes Breath of the Wild obsolete, with a similar overworld as well as a sky section and an entire second map that is the same size as the surface. It’s massive, with hundreds if not thousands of things to see and discover. Story is much better, dungeons improved while still sticking to botw roots, and boss fights get a huge upgrade. Graphically, ToTK is muchAbsolutely 10/10. This game makes Breath of the Wild obsolete, with a similar overworld as well as a sky section and an entire second map that is the same size as the surface. It’s massive, with hundreds if not thousands of things to see and discover. Story is much better, dungeons improved while still sticking to botw roots, and boss fights get a huge upgrade. Graphically, ToTK is much clearer in my opinion, and draw distance is till very good. I haven’t experienced any major frame rate issues since 1.1 released. All in all, Tears is possibly one of the best games I’ve played just because it is a vastly improved and expanded version of what is now my second favorite game of all time.… Expand
  20. Pumpkie
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Super fun with way more to do than BOTW. The Bosses are more fun and harder, they introduced temples, and there are many more side quests
  21. Real-Talk
    May 15, 2023
    10
    I find these review bombings extremely stupid. In the end, the game is extremely brilliant and many people have been hating on the game MOSTLY because this game is doing better than their game. Its an utterly joke and complete disrespect to the game developers of this game and the REAL people PLAYING the game. Most of these hated review bombings are fake and the people behind them haventI find these review bombings extremely stupid. In the end, the game is extremely brilliant and many people have been hating on the game MOSTLY because this game is doing better than their game. Its an utterly joke and complete disrespect to the game developers of this game and the REAL people PLAYING the game. Most of these hated review bombings are fake and the people behind them havent played the game. Some even claiming they worked for Nintendo themselves and worked on the game. A complete lie and again, disrespect to the company. I dont want to sound like a broken disc repeating the same thing, but the review bombings are disrespect to everyone who spent their hard working money on the game and actually like it, and the developers themselves VS the people who havent bought the game and havent played it; hating on the game because its 30 fps, $70, and more successful than their game they want to be GOTY (Game of the Year). The game is brilliant and extremely good for those wondering, you get a whole 2 different maps added to the game itself; the depths (underground) and the sky. There are so many more sidequests, shrines and koroks (if you're into that lol) to do in this game. Dungeons- although not the traditional Zelda dungeons everyone was hoping for... are a great experince to this open world game. Fuse, Ascend, and so many more abilites that Nintendo hasn't said publicly is in the game. I really recommend you buy the game... especially the FAKE reviewers, and enjoy it fully in and out! Happy playing Hylians!!… Expand
  22. BenRees
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Amazing! Even compared to BOTW this is unbelievably good!!! Well done Nintendo!!
  23. Shuckle
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This game has been brilliant so far, my only issue is that I’ll never totally complete it. There’s easily 500+ hours of content in this game, and it’ll probably keep me going for come. The higher price tag was definitely worth it.
  24. Pg20
    May 14, 2023
    10
    The game takes botw and amplifies it by 100. It takes you to from the sky, to a different land, and the massive underground caverns. Combat feels fresh with new atatchments and zonai gadgets that can be fused to items. Creating vehicles is a fun way to get around, and there is much diversity in what you can do with the items to make these vehicles. W game
  25. Junipski
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Have spent so many hours playing, and I’m barely a quarter done. An amazing game
  26. 1Natural20
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Anyone who rates this under a 9 is a troll. Let the haters hate because this is the best game in history and will stand to the test of time forever. The story is amazing, the graphics look beautiful, the mechanics are new and refreshing, the open world is full of fun opportunities to fight enemies, find treasure, and discover lore about the game. It’s a completely new game and it’s amazingAnyone who rates this under a 9 is a troll. Let the haters hate because this is the best game in history and will stand to the test of time forever. The story is amazing, the graphics look beautiful, the mechanics are new and refreshing, the open world is full of fun opportunities to fight enemies, find treasure, and discover lore about the game. It’s a completely new game and it’s amazing in every category, forget Elden Ring, Call of Duty, Skyrim, and any other game you can think of. This is a real masterpiece.… Expand
  27. Fernyd91
    May 14, 2023
    10
    People are review bombing this and I bet most of them haven’t even played it. This game is truly amazing. It’s even more to say that I believe this is even better that BREATH OF THE WILD!!! I can’t put it down, all I was to do is to keep exploring! Being one of the last big titles for the switch, it solidifies that the switch has been one of the best gaming consoles of all times!!!People are review bombing this and I bet most of them haven’t even played it. This game is truly amazing. It’s even more to say that I believe this is even better that BREATH OF THE WILD!!! I can’t put it down, all I was to do is to keep exploring! Being one of the last big titles for the switch, it solidifies that the switch has been one of the best gaming consoles of all times!!! Congrats Nintendo.… Expand
  28. RonalAmoled
    May 14, 2023
    10
    I really liked being able to create my own machines, the caves and the whole game, it is perfectly done, I feel that it will be difficult to overcome this game, it has everything an open world needs
  29. Ronnirampage
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Its a zelda game, and its all i need, nothing compares to this Series, period
  30. Raiden2412
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Totally a game that you need to play, the game is very good and I would even say it's perfect, during the 10-20 hours of gameplay you feel as if, even advancing and exploring, you don't advance at all as such, there are so many things to do that It is so overwhelming that you feel that you are not progressing in a good way, the game rewards the player for exploring its immense world thatTotally a game that you need to play, the game is very good and I would even say it's perfect, during the 10-20 hours of gameplay you feel as if, even advancing and exploring, you don't advance at all as such, there are so many things to do that It is so overwhelming that you feel that you are not progressing in a good way, the game rewards the player for exploring its immense world that is more extense than the previous game both for the sky and the underground part, even though it is the same world on the surface, there are so many new things that it feels like it was remade and it shows the love and dedication that they put into this game, it totally deserves all the support and positive reviews with almost perfect score because it is deserved, and from the player's point of view, in this case me, I highly recommend everyone to give this game a try.… Expand
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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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