The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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8.1

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  1. Rubenoso
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Probablemente mejor que breath of the wild. La secuela esperada por casi 4 años desde su anuncio. Valio la pena cada segundo de espera.
  2. AdeleFvck09
    May 13, 2023
    10
    I have played BOTW the last year, and this sequel is one of the best game I have played in my life. I was thinking that RE 4 will be my Goty but now I can see that TOTK have improved a lot of things from the first game. I am totally sure that this is a game that you must play if you like open world with beautiful places and it’s melody is delicious. You have to play at least 1 hour to knowI have played BOTW the last year, and this sequel is one of the best game I have played in my life. I was thinking that RE 4 will be my Goty but now I can see that TOTK have improved a lot of things from the first game. I am totally sure that this is a game that you must play if you like open world with beautiful places and it’s melody is delicious. You have to play at least 1 hour to know that you are doing everything well and you will figure out why this game is so excellent.… Expand
  3. HerMtheFailure
    May 13, 2023
    10
    A brilliant game. BOTW but so much better. Better abilities, far better story and while the graphics may not be the best in the industry, it is hardly noticeable once you actually start playing and get into all the beauty that this game has to offer. Even despite this, i would call TOTK one of the best looking games on the Switch. The abilities make this game so much more interactive andA brilliant game. BOTW but so much better. Better abilities, far better story and while the graphics may not be the best in the industry, it is hardly noticeable once you actually start playing and get into all the beauty that this game has to offer. Even despite this, i would call TOTK one of the best looking games on the Switch. The abilities make this game so much more interactive and interesting than its predecessor. The story is rich and gets me more invested than BOTW ever did. And despite using the same map, enough changes are made that it actually feels refreshing and exciting to explore Hyrule again. For once it actually feels like a game developer took in our criticism and actually worked to improve on it. Definitely a nominee for GOTY. A must play.… Expand
  4. enterfusion
    May 13, 2023
    10
    What an banger! Nintendo did it once again, a game that truely supprise on every corner. Tears of the Kingdom is Breath of the Wild on steroides, more like that. It makes many points better than the predecessor. More Story-Driven-Gameplay, Dungeons, more Quality of Live features. And the exploration part is even more heavier than it was on Breath of the Wild. You now have the Sky aboveWhat an banger! Nintendo did it once again, a game that truely supprise on every corner. Tears of the Kingdom is Breath of the Wild on steroides, more like that. It makes many points better than the predecessor. More Story-Driven-Gameplay, Dungeons, more Quality of Live features. And the exploration part is even more heavier than it was on Breath of the Wild. You now have the Sky above Hyrule, the Ground and the Underground to explore, with tons of new things, that will attract your attention. The "ground" overworld itself is even changed enough not to bore experienced players of the predecessor.

    The build mechanic is very fresh and is very much used for puzzles and for exploration. The Fuze mechanic make the weapon break system no longer bad.

    Conclusion: If you even loved the predecessor, this game is a must have! If you missed story and dungeons in the predecessor its very likely that you maybe like this game. If you absolutely hate Open World games or the way that Zelda went with BotW you maybe shouldnt buy it.
    For me a 10/10, one of the best videogames Ive ever played.    … Expand
  5. Chameleon16
    May 13, 2023
    10
    The game is just incredible!. The new Mechanics are awasome and traversing/going back and forth between the sky islands and the surface of Hyrule is just mind blowing. Play it
  6. tcost
    May 13, 2023
    10
    This game is the definitve Zelda to date. It is very surprising that it surpasses Breath of The Wild.
    The gameplay, interactions and physicis are just otherworldly. It has to be said that the narrative and story has fixed many issues from the previous game. Amazing themed dungeons have returned with varied enemies and imaginative riddles, few big surprises that I will not spoil here and    This game is the definitve Zelda to date. It is very surprising that it surpasses Breath of The Wild.
    The gameplay, interactions and physicis are just otherworldly. It has to be said that the narrative and story has fixed many issues from the previous game. Amazing themed dungeons have returned with varied enemies and imaginative riddles, few big surprises that I will not spoil here and are best discovered by yourself. Please consider the huge improvement with the multiple maps: sky map, hyrule map and the dark mysterious underground map dat gives chills and goosebumps every time you enter it.
    I must emphasize, the mechanics are a work of incredible technical creativity and effort. Tears of the kingdom is levels beyond any game I have played to this day. This is the Epic adventure of a hero we have been waiting for, the definitive game.    … Expand
  7. sanderswoulf
    May 13, 2023
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: tears of the kingdom is a game that truly lives up to the hype. It's a sprawling, open-world adventure that encourages exploration and rewards players for their curiosity. The graphics are stunning, with a vibrant art style that's both beautiful and immersive. The game's mechanics are innovative and intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play, but with enough depthThe Legend of Zelda: tears of the kingdom is a game that truly lives up to the hype. It's a sprawling, open-world adventure that encourages exploration and rewards players for their curiosity. The graphics are stunning, with a vibrant art style that's both beautiful and immersive. The game's mechanics are innovative and intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play, but with enough depth to keep players engaged for hours on end. The puzzles are challenging, but always fair, and the combat is satisfyingly strategic. What really sets totk apart, however, is its sense of freedom. Players can tackle the game's challenges in any order they choose, and the game never feels restrictive or linear. With so much to discover and explore, Totk" is a game that will keep players coming back for more, long after the initial playthrough is complete.… Expand
  8. nanino
    May 13, 2023
    10
    I saw a funny clip of a robot in the internet and i decided to buy the game, then i made my own funny robot and i was happy, 10/10
  9. TheHonestMan
    May 13, 2023
    4
    This a game which actively punishes you for trying to have fun with it's cumbersome ultra hand controls, excessive menuing and the same weapon durability from BOTW. Even if you make something cool with the new ultra hand it will last a few seconds at most. Good for viral clips, but not an actual game.
    Overall, a VERY samey sequel that does nothing exciting nor addresses a single problem    This a game which actively punishes you for trying to have fun with it's cumbersome ultra hand controls, excessive menuing and the same weapon durability from BOTW. Even if you make something cool with the new ultra hand it will last a few seconds at most. Good for viral clips, but not an actual game.
    Overall, a VERY samey sequel that does nothing exciting nor addresses a single problem from the last one. Even the story is nothing special. It's laughable that this took 6 years.
    Aonuma probably made it to please his son who likes minecraft cause it sure isn't a Zelda experience.    … Expand
  10. Saizoreita
    May 13, 2023
    10
    zelda tears of the kingdom is amazing, with new mechanics and a much bigger map making the game much cooler to explore. nintendo showed that the nintendo switch can surprise even after so many years with the console on the market and this game proved that.zelda tears of the kingdom is amazing
  11. jonyalviverde91
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Amazing Game!
    Yes it is somewhat lime BOTW, but is so much better. The puzzles are very clever, there are a bunch of things to discover, the story is far better than the first game, the combat with fuse makes everything you get useful in many ocassions. Masterpiece.

    Cons: no PT-BR subtitles, which is a shame since Brazil is one of the largest countries in gaming, many Zelda fans in here.
  12. NitL7
    May 13, 2023
    9
    Nice and wonderful game.... I lived and I live a great experience... a more advanced systemic gameplay than BOTW... that I haven't replayed for 5-6 years with my 300 hrs.. that I'm going to exceed with this one ❤️ ‍
  13. brunojbf
    May 13, 2023
    3
    Not as good as expected. The positive pint is the fact that you can be creative as your imagination allows you, but Nintendo must learn that the technology evolves and power full hardware is needed. Plus there are some “hidden” messages about religion that can be disrespectful with some people. But, well, as a video game, the game is awkward and feels laggy and blurry.
  14. jimmyloco
    May 13, 2023
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the kingdomis an incredible game that offers a vast, open world for players to explore. With its stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and memorable characters, it is a must-play for any fan of the Zelda franchise. The game's emphasis on exploration and discovery, combined with its innovative mechanics and puzzles, make it one of the best games of its generation.
  15. Gonzalodmv
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Es un juegazo, es breath of the wild mejorado, con mejor historia, mejores misiones secundarias y añade nuevas mecánicas. Se puede tomar como un DLC de 70 horas que mejora en todo al anterior, imprescindible si te gustó el primero. Lo único malo que le veo es que si juegas en portátil vas a tener algún que otro bajón de rendimiento, así que lo recomiendo jugar en monitor o televisión siEs un juegazo, es breath of the wild mejorado, con mejor historia, mejores misiones secundarias y añade nuevas mecánicas. Se puede tomar como un DLC de 70 horas que mejora en todo al anterior, imprescindible si te gustó el primero. Lo único malo que le veo es que si juegas en portátil vas a tener algún que otro bajón de rendimiento, así que lo recomiendo jugar en monitor o televisión si puedes.… Expand
  16. Nik_Zizza
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Tears of the Kingdom is what happens when a triple A studio with a triple A budget can take its time to develop a game, focusing on polish and gameplay instead of graphics. The result is so powerful that it puts to shame many contemporary games. This is a masterpiece.
  17. Running01
    May 13, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. From my opinion, I think TOTK is better than BOTW as Nintendo have add a lof of different things to TOTK. Sky, land and underground. There are also more plot in TOTK. You can like a lot of things in TOTK like build,think,create and more. The main reason I like this game as I can't have fun in other game after I play BOTW, but now I can have fun in TOTK.… Expand
  18. LuckySeven30
    May 13, 2023
    10
    This game went above and beyond. I think it might take 200 hrs just to explore the world. I cannot recommend this experience enough. I’m 15 hours in and this is better than BOTW…which I consider the greatest game ever made. 15/10
  19. Leinad_Xs
    May 13, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is amazing, the story is making me like it, especially because the temples are back and to be honest this game leaves breath of the wild as a beta.

    The bosses are wonderful, exploring the underground and the sky I love, and Link's new abilities make the game experience something unique, I love the ultrahand ability because with it I can create many things, I could even create a robot that chases enemies!

    Anyway, the game is by far something amazing that exploits all the power of the nintendo switch.    … Expand
  20. violinboi
    May 13, 2023
    10
    If BotW wasn't your style, I can't say for certain that this game will change that for you. What I can say is that it takes everything that made BotW special and turns it up to 11. It also throws in some more special moments, crafted experiences that will probably make more old school Zelda fans like myself very happy. Overall, this is simply just the most amount of fun I've had with aIf BotW wasn't your style, I can't say for certain that this game will change that for you. What I can say is that it takes everything that made BotW special and turns it up to 11. It also throws in some more special moments, crafted experiences that will probably make more old school Zelda fans like myself very happy. Overall, this is simply just the most amount of fun I've had with a game in a very, very long time. Please do yourself a favor and buy it if you haven't already.… Expand
  21. Linkachu10
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Hooked from the start! From the way the gameplay begins, to the story being told, it just lets your imagination and creativity roam. Love it!
  22. Uriandro1996
    May 13, 2023
    10
    El juego es hermoso, no es un dlc como dicen algunos. Es simplemente el GOTY
  23. Jaz777
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Este juego es increíble, su apartado gráfico, historia, jugabilidad y mecánicas, simplemente el mejor juego en lo que va del 2023 y de la historia, próximo goty zelda tears of the kingdom, y un saludo pa GDLG, lloren pieros pe y kkboxers
  24. nintendohater12
    May 13, 2023
    10
    I hate nintendo more than any other company, but i love great games more. it really pisses me off when such a scummy company makes great games. Mechanics are great, enemies are super fun to mess around with, pretty decent story. 9/10 because of graphics, don't really mind frames in game personally.
  25. HH101
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Day 2 review.
    Amazing game, just when you think Botw was good TOTK blows it out of the water with new abilities that far exceed the ones seen in Botw. And while the world is reused this seems so far to be of no issue because of the whole new underground map underneath the surface,a lot of caves and last but not least the sky islands. All in all an amazing sequel of Botw that is more than    Day 2 review.
    Amazing game, just when you think Botw was good TOTK blows it out of the water with new abilities that far exceed the ones seen in Botw. And while the world is reused this seems so far to be of no issue because of the whole new underground map underneath the surface,a lot of caves and last but not least the sky islands. All in all an amazing sequel of Botw that is more than worth the price    … Expand
  26. Jonir1903
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Probablemente el mejor juego de los últimos años, parecía imposible superar a Breath of the Wild pero este juego lo ha conseguido
  27. Alibaba445
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Its a beatiful experience or the better i had with a Game with the most sensation of exploration i ever seen.
  28. CJAnimeFreek
    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.
  29. playpod
    May 13, 2023
    10
    It takes what breath of the wild does and makes it better. The game is jam packed with things to do and with new abilities comes new puzzles.

    I have only touched the surface of what this game is but from what i have done, it is so much of an improvement to what was already a great game
  30. Luigifinilli
    May 13, 2023
    10
    The best game ever made. Incredible!!!!, Perfect graphics, sound, music and very surprising gameplay.
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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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