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. Jsteven
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Es increible como este juego te reta a pensar distinto y a hacer tu juego unico
  2. Illumikachu
    May 18, 2023
    10
    I have spend the last couple of days since release playing this game and i am positively surprised by the huge scale this game has. One of the main critique points was the reuse of the BOTW map but i have to say that it feels vastly different since there is so many new things to discover. In addition, there are many completely new areas like the sky islands and the depths that you canI have spend the last couple of days since release playing this game and i am positively surprised by the huge scale this game has. One of the main critique points was the reuse of the BOTW map but i have to say that it feels vastly different since there is so many new things to discover. In addition, there are many completely new areas like the sky islands and the depths that you can explore for tens of hours alone. I also enjoy the new abilities since they can interact with the world even more than BOTWs abilities could and give you even more space for creativity. Most of my expectations for this game have been outdone by the zelda team. Out of 100 I would give this game 95-97 since my main grudge with it and its prequel, the weapon breaking system, hasnt been addressed the way i was hoping for. Still i can see this being one of the games people are going to remember fondly for many years.… Expand
  3. schaudi
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Everything what made Breath of the Wild great mechanically but in a more enlivened world and an actual Story. As a live long Zelda Fan of the early hours - this feels like the perfect mix between classic Zelda and modern BOTW style OpenWorld. Only thing odd seams to be the German localization - the ability names are translated awkwardly and: „ZonaU“? Really? They were called Zonai in theEverything what made Breath of the Wild great mechanically but in a more enlivened world and an actual Story. As a live long Zelda Fan of the early hours - this feels like the perfect mix between classic Zelda and modern BOTW style OpenWorld. Only thing odd seams to be the German localization - the ability names are translated awkwardly and: „ZonaU“? Really? They were called Zonai in the German botw version - why change that?… Expand
  4. hemnnamiq23
    Jun 21, 2023
    10
    Better than starfield ...
  5. Fausthor
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    What else can be said of the latest entry in the Zelda series? The game is Breat of the Wild, but improved. The building mechanic is just amazing to mess with, the story is amazing and intriguing, with several plot twists. The map is huge.
  6. Morales12
    Jun 21, 2023
    10
    Simply amazing game, so much so that it makes it's predecessor Breath of the Wild look like simply a beta in comparison, such as when comparing the Wii U to the Switch, it became abundantly clear that the switch was always made for Link and fans to go travel and explore a vast open full of mysteries and surprises. This may be Nintendo's first $70 game but it's definitely worth every pennySimply amazing game, so much so that it makes it's predecessor Breath of the Wild look like simply a beta in comparison, such as when comparing the Wii U to the Switch, it became abundantly clear that the switch was always made for Link and fans to go travel and explore a vast open full of mysteries and surprises. This may be Nintendo's first $70 game but it's definitely worth every penny if not more, if this is truly nearing the end of the switch's life cycle then this year is definitely a worthy send off. After all it began with Zelda and its gonna end with Zelda. I know it's too early to say but Tears of the Kingdom will take Game of the Year for 2023.… Expand
  7. Defqon
    May 13, 2023
    10
    This game is an absolute gem. BOTW vibes but better (and I honestly thought it wasn’t possible). it’s already clear it will be the GOTY this year.
  8. XK31x
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    150 hours in, two months away from hype, and can say it's an excellent sequel.
  9. juci_
    May 21, 2023
    10
    Best Zelda game ever! I've been playing about 50hours already. This is masterpiece!
  10. Bart_84pl
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    Najlepsza gra na switch obok btow. Na switch i w ogole na konsole w historii. Zapewnia pinad 100 godz rozrywki. Swietny rozbudowany swiat.
  11. IMO_
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Amazing follow up to BOTW. I was worried it would be like DLC but it’s more story driven and the changes and additions to the map make exploration feel fresh.
  12. Goenjy
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    This game is the GOAT. The new sky islands are beautiful with amazing soundtrack.
  13. Heimdall90
    May 17, 2023
    10
    Il gioco perfetto, migliorato sotto ogni punto di vista rispetto al predecessore. Non c'è paragone con nulla uscito negli ultimi 5 anni e sarà una misura di paragone per il futuro. Nintendo ha ricompiuto il miracolo.
  14. Heshton0987
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Excellent game, there is definetely something magic behind Nintendo, they always brings something new and fresh to the table, Breath Of Wild was incredible, but Tears Of The Kingdom took what made Breath incredible ans took it to another level, thr new mechanics for traveling are insane and the creation of weapons definetely brings a new air to this sequel.
  15. kingddongo
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This Game is THE BEST ZELDA GAME AND THE BEST GAME OF ALL TIME, i mean this game has everything what other zeldas have COMBINED
  16. 9Dootis9
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Don’t listen to all those review bombers. I’ll concede to the fact that the $70 may be a bit much for some, but for the hours of gameplay you get out of this game, I’d say is worth it. TotK takes everything BotW had and improved upon almost everything. The world is similar enough that you’ll recognize many of the iconic locations while also having many new locations and altering what wasDon’t listen to all those review bombers. I’ll concede to the fact that the $70 may be a bit much for some, but for the hours of gameplay you get out of this game, I’d say is worth it. TotK takes everything BotW had and improved upon almost everything. The world is similar enough that you’ll recognize many of the iconic locations while also having many new locations and altering what was already there. If you liked BotW, you will like this game, I guarantee it. Even if you didn’t like it or have a dislike toward Nintendo, you can’t dispute the fact that this game makes use of the switch’s tech and is one of their best titles yet.… Expand
  17. eddytronpie
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Best Zelda game, the open world has a lot of exploration and there is a whole new way to interact with the world, ganondorf is the best part of this game as he is really menacing
  18. Joelreyes
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juego increíble este juego, cuando creíamos que habíamos visto todo en zelda breath of the wild, llega tears of the Kingdom… Expand
  19. Gaufre
    May 15, 2023
    10
    A real masterpiece. This game offers infinite freedom and it's wonderful, thank you Nintendo.
  20. HypnoTheSpy
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Wow. Just wow. If Breath of the Wild won Game of the Year in 2017, and THAT was considered one of the greatest games of all time, then Tears of the Kingdom just blew it out of the water. While it may not be AS fun to explore Hyrule on the surface, it was enjoyable to see what had changed since BotW and how all my favorite characters were doing. The story, while it was also simple likeWow. Just wow. If Breath of the Wild won Game of the Year in 2017, and THAT was considered one of the greatest games of all time, then Tears of the Kingdom just blew it out of the water. While it may not be AS fun to explore Hyrule on the surface, it was enjoyable to see what had changed since BotW and how all my favorite characters were doing. The story, while it was also simple like BotW, was more enjoyable and had a lot more depth than BotW's story. The game does enough to be just like Breath of the Wild, but also changes enough to be a breath of fresh air for all players. I can gush about this game all day, but the fact of the matter is that this game isn't just Game of the Year for me, and is truly one of the greatest games of all time. I highly recommend playing through this game and to just enjoy it.… Expand
  21. Koopacrack
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of the time really suits you a lot of feelings but it is and will be remembered for giving one of the best experiences and bosses in video games for me this year's goty 10/10
  22. just_lovro
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    This is a great sequel, the new building like system is hella fun, the bosses are well made and the weapon fuse thingy is great!!!
  23. Cruzinxman
    Jun 1, 2023
    10
    This game is an amazing time and fun app to play 100 out of 100 worth the wait.

    Graphics - 7/10 - Good Cell Shaded Art Style , Sub 1080p Variable Resolutions, 30fps cap, Blurry Textures, Pop ins present, Decent Draw Distance... you get it Switch Limitations. Gameplay - 13/10 - So much FUN. Nintendo has done so well i cannot imagine to list in this small space all the things they did    This game is an amazing time and fun app to play 100 out of 100 worth the wait.

    Graphics - 7/10 - Good Cell Shaded Art Style , Sub 1080p Variable Resolutions, 30fps cap, Blurry Textures, Pop ins present, Decent Draw Distance... you get it Switch Limitations.

    Gameplay - 13/10 - So much FUN. Nintendo has done so well i cannot imagine to list in this small space all the things they did right. It more then makes up for the lack of the graphics being displayed from the dated Switch hardware. I spent days trying and experimenting all the new thing and have yet to see it all it is truly a massive amount of content.

    Story - 10/10 - Better paced and more interesting stories then those told in BotW.

    Audio - 10/10 - Great Audio all around everything left me excited, scared, nervous, angry and more.

    Value - 10/10 - 70$ for 100s or more hrs of game play is very simple math to me game is massive.    … Expand
  24. MicroManXL
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Probably the most fun i had with a game in quite a while. New mechanics ad lots of extra stuff, and there is plenty of new content to warrant a 70€ sequel
  25. Shatterglass
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Haters going to hate! People are going to critic this game low just because. But if you genuinely enjoyed BOTW, you will enjoy this game too!! Maybe more so. Yes, there are some similarities to BOTW, but I think it is a completely new and exciting experience. There is so much to do and discover in this game. The new abilities are fun to use and fun to experiment with. You can build allHaters going to hate! People are going to critic this game low just because. But if you genuinely enjoyed BOTW, you will enjoy this game too!! Maybe more so. Yes, there are some similarities to BOTW, but I think it is a completely new and exciting experience. There is so much to do and discover in this game. The new abilities are fun to use and fun to experiment with. You can build all kinds of different contraptions and fuse all kinds of things together to have different effects. The ascend and recall abilities are very helpfulI'm genuinely enjoying every second of this.

    The game itself is absolutely stunning and the sound team did an amazing job with sound effects that really immerses you in the world. The underground is one of my favorite aspects of the game. Take every opportunity to explore it! It's MASSIVE! Honestly, my advice is to just have fun with it and get lost in the world of Zelda!    … Expand
  26. Rayo555
    May 31, 2023
    10
    I love this game. I think is a very good game, better than The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It has a longer and bigger world, with a very godd construction. I really love when I don't see any guides or things like that and I find some treasures or thinks like that. It is so satisfying! I really love this game!!!!
  27. rucasouza88
    May 21, 2023
    10
    Creativity is limitless now, and with very interesting plot, quests and things to explore.
  28. Samudrake
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Mejor que breath of the wild en todo, los piperos están ardidos, un 10 no hagáis caso a los que le dan una nota por debajo de un 9:)
  29. JHONJ27
    May 13, 2023
    10
    the game has some mechanics that surpass its prequel the story is very moving the artistic design is 10 the world is entertaining and makes you want to continue exploring, a work of art.
  30. EnriqueArias
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Una maravilla, si ya BOTW era un juegazo este le da dos vueltas, mapa increíble y lleno de vida, apartado gráfico, que obviamente no me refiero a potencia, maravilloso, historia excelente, mecánicas que dan para horas y horas de diversión y exploración, simplemente una obra maestra.
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96

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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