The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 9840 Ratings

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  1. powL
    May 18, 2023
    10
    While Sony and Microsoft have their next gen consoles, Nintendo shows what a next gen title looks like. Unbelievable and miles ahead of the competition.
  2. Kostie100
    May 15, 2023
    10
    BEST GAME EVER! must play for all switch owners. If you liked BOTW you will love this even more imo.
  3. gamerinside
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Si BOTW es muy bueno.... TOTK mejora todo eso que pensabas que no necesitaba arreglo.... Excelente jugabilidad y una historia digna de la Saga....
  4. lilkillpappy
    May 13, 2023
    10
    This game is GOAT. It has everything I ever wanted in a game. Large vast beautiful environments with lots of verticality and subterranean environments to explore. It's also full of great puzzles and and crafting. Doesn't get better than this. The negative reviews for this game are really funny to me. This game is not a DLC or Breath of the wild 1.5. It has a huge amount of new content andThis game is GOAT. It has everything I ever wanted in a game. Large vast beautiful environments with lots of verticality and subterranean environments to explore. It's also full of great puzzles and and crafting. Doesn't get better than this. The negative reviews for this game are really funny to me. This game is not a DLC or Breath of the wild 1.5. It has a huge amount of new content and alters Hryrule drastically.… Expand
  5. liamskelter
    May 16, 2023
    10
    Zelda: Tears of Kingdom es una joya de juego que no te puedes perder. La historia, el mundo abierto, los gráficos y el sonido están de puta madre. Si eres fan de Zelda, te va a flipar. Y si nunca has jugado un Zelda, este es el momento perfecto para empezar. No te lo pienses dos veces, colega, cógetelo y prepárate para vivir una aventura épica que te va a dejar enganchado desde el primerZelda: Tears of Kingdom es una joya de juego que no te puedes perder. La historia, el mundo abierto, los gráficos y el sonido están de puta madre. Si eres fan de Zelda, te va a flipar. Y si nunca has jugado un Zelda, este es el momento perfecto para empezar. No te lo pienses dos veces, colega, cógetelo y prepárate para vivir una aventura épica que te va a dejar enganchado desde el primer minuto.… Expand
  6. Zeco
    May 17, 2023
    10
    "Manos": The Hand of Fate. But I don't know if the master would approve of Link's mullet.
  7. drlowdon
    Jul 15, 2023
    10
    A direct sequel to Breath of the Wild (something Nintendo don’t do very often), Tears of the Kingdom opens with Link and Zelda exploring a series of caverns beneath Hyrule Castle. What they discover will change the world forever…

    It’s possible to nit-pick at certain aspects of this game if you really want to, but this is simply an incredible game. It not only retains the fantastic sense    A direct sequel to Breath of the Wild (something Nintendo don’t do very often), Tears of the Kingdom opens with Link and Zelda exploring a series of caverns beneath Hyrule Castle. What they discover will change the world forever…

    It’s possible to nit-pick at certain aspects of this game if you really want to, but this is simply an incredible game. It not only retains the fantastic sense of exploration, but all of the new powers and gadgets allow freedom and the opportunity to experiment that goes far beyond any other open World title. The biggest question now is how can Nintendo ever top this!?    … Expand
  8. Caestus
    Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Nach 240 Stunden habe ich Tears of the Kingdom durchgespielt und bin einfach hin und weg.
    BotW war bereits ein Meisterwerk, Totk legt nochmal überall einen drauf während es die Schwächen des Vorgängers ausmerzt.
    G.O.A.T Material
  9. shez
    Jun 6, 2023
    10
    A wonderful piece of art, music and game design. I will never forget the experience I had with this game for years to come. This game elevated every aspect of Breath of the Wild.
  10. Reznnate
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    Best game ever made. It's a masterpiece. The programmers deserve a medal.
  11. perydwyn
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    This is quite literally the best game I have played in my 30+ years of being a gamer. Incredible and more remarkable that all the integrated systems in the game work flawlessly on aging Switch hardware, when other devs cant get simpler games to run without bugs on much more powerful hardware
  12. oliverplo
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    I have been a gamer for a long time, but I have to admit that I lost interest in playing games for many years. I felt like most games were repetitive, boring, or too easy. I was looking for something that would challenge me, surprise me, and immerse me in a rich and beautiful world. That's when I decided to try the new Zelda game on the Nintendo Switch.

    I was blown away by how amazing    I have been a gamer for a long time, but I have to admit that I lost interest in playing games for many years. I felt like most games were repetitive, boring, or too easy. I was looking for something that would challenge me, surprise me, and immerse me in a rich and beautiful world. That's when I decided to try the new Zelda game on the Nintendo Switch.

    I was blown away by how amazing this game is. It is not just a game, it is an experience. The graphics are stunning, the music is captivating, the gameplay is smooth and intuitive, and the story is engaging and emotional. The game gives you so much freedom to explore, discover, and create your own adventure. You can climb mountains, glide through the air, ride horses, cook meals, solve puzzles, fight enemies, and more. The game never gets boring or predictable, because there is always something new to see or do.

    The game also has a lot of depth and replay value. There are many secrets to uncover, side quests to complete, weapons to collect, shrines to activate, and bosses to defeat. The game adapts to your play style and skill level, so you can always find a challenge that suits you. You can also customize your character's appearance, equipment, and abilities to fit your preferences.

    The new Zelda game is the best game I have ever played. It rekindled my love for single player RPGs and made me feel like a kid again. It is a masterpiece that deserves all the praise and awards it has received. If you have a Nintendo Switch, you owe it to yourself to play this game. Trust me, you will not regret it.    … Expand
  13. Cyb3rfr3ak
    May 14, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece, something all other publishers should take a closer look at. It's such a shame that the game is only available for the dated Nintendo Switch. It deserves so much better..
  14. 777Faron
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    The best open world game ever. At first it feels overwhelming, the second it feels too familiar... before you realize the potential. Also, the caves, depths and sky islands guarantee almost 3 times the landmass of BotW. 2/3 of it is completely new terrain.
  15. xxAcesHighxx
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    After very much enjoying – but not exactly falling in love with – Breath of the Wild, I was admittedly pretty sceptical in the run up to Tears of the Kingdom. Sure, that third trailer was awesome, but to me at least, it still appeared too similar to its 2017 predecessor and I didn’t think it would grab me like more traditional Zelda’s titles such as The Wind Waker and A Link Between WorldsAfter very much enjoying – but not exactly falling in love with – Breath of the Wild, I was admittedly pretty sceptical in the run up to Tears of the Kingdom. Sure, that third trailer was awesome, but to me at least, it still appeared too similar to its 2017 predecessor and I didn’t think it would grab me like more traditional Zelda’s titles such as The Wind Waker and A Link Between Worlds did in the past. However, after more than 200 hours of exhilarating gameplay, I can comfortably state that this game is the easiest 10/10 I’ll ever give.

    From the opening few hours in Sky Isles tutorial area, I was utterly hooked and didn’t once stop to dip into a single other game across Switch, PS5 and Series X until I’d finished what is, for me, an unadulterated masterpiece and the very peak of Nintendo’s creative vision. On and off, it took me six whole years to put 125 hours into Breath of the Wild, but it took me less than six weeks to reach the same milestone in Tears of the Kingdom. The Switch is definitely showing its age these days, but somehow, TOTK manages to look absolutely stunning on both a 65” 4K living room TV and the systems own OLED screen in handheld mode. Yes, the frame rate does occasionally dip below 30 frames-per-second, but after a couple hours I stopped even noticing it. Seriously, if you’re still on the fence, do yourself a favour and jump off right now and pick this game up. I highly doubt you’ll regret it for even the merest moment.

    Tears of the Kingdom is without question my game of the year so far and, as far as I’m concerned, the greatest video game ever made. Yes, it really is ‘that’ good. Seriously, just give the game a chance, and you’ll probably feel just as strongly about it as I do.    … Expand
  16. tarodnet
    Jun 6, 2023
    10
    This game is the perfect example of adventure and entertainment. Every Zelda game is a great game, but this one (+ Breath of the Wild) has probably the real and true spirit of this lovely saga.

    The story is more epic than ever, and the main characters are more complex and intense than BOtW.

    If you love videogames, nature, friendship and adventure, this is your game.
  17. ArtemusDE
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Makes BotW look like a tech demo. Didn't enjoy BotW for a long time but TotK completely won me over. Just want some longer dungeons in the next iterations.
  18. Carlitoxic
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Grandísimo juego. El mejor de switch y uno de los más grandes de la historia
  19. TheBubblyHipste
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    I already thought Breath of the Wild was the most amazing game, but this one takes it to the next level. I constantly found myself getting sidetracked and loving every minute of it. The amount of content is amazing. Even though Nintendo is still selling outdated hardware this game looks incredibly beautiful and sounds even better. Can't wait for the DLC and unsure how are they ever gonnaI already thought Breath of the Wild was the most amazing game, but this one takes it to the next level. I constantly found myself getting sidetracked and loving every minute of it. The amount of content is amazing. Even though Nintendo is still selling outdated hardware this game looks incredibly beautiful and sounds even better. Can't wait for the DLC and unsure how are they ever gonna top this one.… Expand
  20. Mortar97
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    Phenomenal Game.
    This game is pure fun. No frustration. Everything works. Multiple solutions to the puzzles.
    And the ending... It made my heart of stone crumble a little and reminded me that I have tears.
  21. CalvinCrack
    May 13, 2023
    10
    It's an easy 10 so far. I'm 15-20 hours into the game and haven't even completed the second major area I've visited (hell, I probably have only completed 50-60% of the first major area). It's less overwhelming than BOTW because they give you a bit more guidance of where to go, and a lot more clear objectives once you get there. But where this game shines is the exploration. If one isIt's an easy 10 so far. I'm 15-20 hours into the game and haven't even completed the second major area I've visited (hell, I probably have only completed 50-60% of the first major area). It's less overwhelming than BOTW because they give you a bit more guidance of where to go, and a lot more clear objectives once you get there. But where this game shines is the exploration. If one is game to step into the world like a virtual reality and make the most of it, there is a nearly endless supply of moments it can offer you. As of this writing, I think it may be superior to BOTW but no need to make such large statements so early. There's also a possibility it's one of the best games of all time, but also---why make such a claim so early. For now, just enjoy the game!… Expand
  22. hepnotik
    May 19, 2023
    10
    Nintendo managed to do the impossible, and top Breath of the Wild. The new gameplay mechanics makes the experience fresh and new. They doubled the size of the world, made more than the 120 shrines the previous game had, and made tons of additions and alterations to the original Hyrule map. This game will entertain you for hundreds of hours.
  23. adrenilinmatt
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Incoming spite and review bombs, because the world is genuinely just devoid of joy now. I have no idea how one could play this game and NOT be returned to that nostalgic wonder only experienced in childhood years. That's exactly what's on offer here. And of course, a game this good, attracts angry jaded human beings. If you're still even remotely happy in life, do yourself a favor and pickIncoming spite and review bombs, because the world is genuinely just devoid of joy now. I have no idea how one could play this game and NOT be returned to that nostalgic wonder only experienced in childhood years. That's exactly what's on offer here. And of course, a game this good, attracts angry jaded human beings. If you're still even remotely happy in life, do yourself a favor and pick this up. It will only increase your happiness, as it has mine. During a particularly difficult time in my life, this has been a god send. I adore it. And it has put a smile on my face during a time in which I didn't think it possible. Ignore the ridiculous reviews. Buy the game, realise this is what gaming is all about, and HAVE FUN AGAIN. 10/10 EASY.… Expand
  24. CHRIIIIIS
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Improves on Breath of the Wild in every way. Nintendo managed to re-use BOTW's map and still made the game and world feel fresh and exciting.

    The new powers (that replace BOTW's) are all fun to use, and can provide a huge variety of ways to finish the game's various shrines and other puzzles. There's so much to discover, as well as rediscover from BOTW. The dungeon design is a big step    Improves on Breath of the Wild in every way. Nintendo managed to re-use BOTW's map and still made the game and world feel fresh and exciting.

    The new powers (that replace BOTW's) are all fun to use, and can provide a huge variety of ways to finish the game's various shrines and other puzzles. There's so much to discover, as well as rediscover from BOTW. The dungeon design is a big step up over BOTW, enemies and bosses are more varied, and the overall game is such a blast to get absolutely lost in.

    This is what open world games should aspire to be.    … Expand
  25. Grifth
    May 14, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of all time, Easily best game of the year.
    Gameplay is top notch. Graphics is acceptable but doesnt ruin the experience.

    MUST PLAY, as smiple as that.
  26. polter15
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. Somehow they did it again. The legend of zelda series must be the most consistent franchise in terms of quality
  27. h2theizzo
    May 18, 2023
    10
    Literally the perfect game. 10x better than BOTW which was already one of the all time greats.
  28. Don_SoLow
    May 14, 2023
    10
    No other games even comes close to comparing. There's so much to do in this world around every corner and the mechanics are mind-blowing. The more you use them the more crazy uses you find and it's just fun to sit there and expirement. This is the greatest game of all time.
  29. jholden3249
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This is now the highest rated video game of all time on OpenCritic. And there's a reason for that- it's a masterpiece. The sky islands and caves with a remixed Hyrule, with new abilities that are a gamechanger, better dungeons and way more enemy variety... I think this is the most impressive game I've ever played.
  30. salutvsem
    May 14, 2023
    10
    It's a magical experience. Feels familiar and brand new at the same time. Some say it's a glorified DLC. Maybe it's true, but I don't mind if it brings joy.
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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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