The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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  1. C3ML1SH
    Jul 17, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It‘s a great sucessor after BOTW +great crafting system +nearly perfect Open World + B+ Story
    - it looks to much like a BOTW DLC    … Expand
  2. yangs7688
    Aug 4, 2023
    7
    Good things first, the open world is just as great as breath of the wild. Zounath Lego system is fantastic. Can spend 100 hr+ easily on this game.

    On the other hand,the party system is garbage. You need to “talk” to a npc to use an ability. So in a chaotic fight, you need to locate NPCs runs around randomly and click to talk to it. It is irritating.
  3. Pitti
    Jul 20, 2023
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Le jeu est bien, pas une grosse claque comme BOTW, mais bon.

    J'ai eu tellement de bugs que je devrais devenir entomologue!

    Le pire arrivé au donjon où est Ganon.....je perd toutes, TOUTES mes flèches !

    Les tours, celle dans la neige pas moyen de la débloquer j'attends un patch sort et oh miracle la manip que je me tuai à faire fonctionne...

    Et il y en a plein d'autres...    … Expand
  4. Darkyto74014
    Jul 20, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a fantastic game, the principal story, the multiple combo with weapons, the fusion mechanic it's something from other world, the game physics and the capacity of combining new things to make a machine it's something awesome. The characters are so cute and have incredible stories. Zelda being a dragon it's something that no one would ever imagined and the way that Zelda traveled to the past and the way that ganondorf became the demon king it's so cool. I don't have more words to describe how fascinated I'm with the game I really hope that wins the goty because it's an amazing an fantastic game.… Expand
  5. Elpudetruco
    Jul 21, 2023
    8
    The game is very easy if you played before BOTW and the map didnt change too much
  6. llamamanllama
    Jul 23, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is by far ine of the best games i have played. Even though the surface map is the same from botw, there is still so kuch more new stuff and so much to discover. Between the depths, the surface, and the sky, you never run out if things to do. The game also provides a very immersive experience and it makes you want to just walk around, explore, and learn more about the enviornment. In botw, i was more focused on how to get around quickly bc it seemed there wasnt much to do, except the occasional shrine and maybe a npc here and there. In totk, they really stepped it up and provided more side quest and the chance to change the enviornment around you. The story is also another thing that they did an immaculate job with, in botw the story was mostly just memories, but in totk there are still memories that provide an extra bit of content but, there are also main story quests that reveal more that happened in the past, between the individual storylines with each sage and the constant storyline about zelda and her adventures in the past, it all just blew me away, the story was so powerful at times that it had me on the edge of my seat wondering what else happened.

    I feel like i cant talk about totk without mentioning the new abilities that link possesses. Ultra hand provides the player with so much freedom and it creates a whole new level of puzzles. The ability gives the player so much freedom to go anywhere or do anything they want. Fuse is among one of the best abilities ive seen in any game, allowing the player to fuse anything to their weapons, shields, and arrows provides them with so much freedom to upgrade their weapons, i have never seen anything wuite like fuse, its a very creative solution to the problem presented in botw, having base weapons with no upgrades available, allowing the player to fuse almost anything to theor sword gives them the freedom to make some weird combinations and gives them the ability to make the weapon the want/need for certain situations. Ascend is the most useful feature i have used, it cuts out a significant amount of climbing and it presents a new types of puzzles, ive heard alot of people refer to it as the new cryinis but, i have to disagree and give that title to recall, recall is probably ny least favorite out of all of the abilities but, i still love it. Overall this game provides an amazing experience for the player, this game is very unique but, in a good way. This game gives you the chance to have a ton of freedom and creativity. You could play tgrough this game a million times and I guarantee that each play through would be different. Bith the story and the gameplay are among some of the best in the entire selda series, this game was worth $60 and i would gladly pay for it again.    … Expand
  7. Sgaspax
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    Simply the best game on the Nintendo switch and one of the best games of all time.
  8. HectorPicazo
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Un juego hermoso en todos los aspectos, visualmente, banda sonora, historia, referencias... Y un largo etc
  9. Twilightzone_88
    Jul 25, 2023
    8
    While having quite a few issues such as lack of creativity in dungeons and a lacking reward system, tears of the kingdom is still an excellent game, developing and refining what made breath of the wild a classic, and adding a new creative touch to the series with building techniques. Overall, a very solid game with hours of enjoyment guaranteed, and my goty so far.

    8.4/10
  10. cappythedoge173
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    The Legend of Zelda Tears of The Kingdom not only showcases how a direct sequel can add so many features and keep it the same formula. but capitalize on what made the game good and made it much BIGGER; as it stands, it’s one of the biggest nintendo switch games and an absolute technical feat on such limited hardware (Nintendo Switch) that many considered dated since it’s launch in 2017.The Legend of Zelda Tears of The Kingdom not only showcases how a direct sequel can add so many features and keep it the same formula. but capitalize on what made the game good and made it much BIGGER; as it stands, it’s one of the biggest nintendo switch games and an absolute technical feat on such limited hardware (Nintendo Switch) that many considered dated since it’s launch in 2017. it’s a true wonder how they pulled this amazing looking game with such grounded/remarkable physics. the game will you draw you in for months to play with its deep world and lore; to its amazing characters. you can truly see why nintendo stays high in charts with their software as it doesn’t feel anything less than a masterpiece.

    100/10    … Expand
  11. Harambe27
    Jul 26, 2023
    8
    Love Korok torture and making machines of mass destruction. No further comments are needed.
  12. tufu
    Jul 29, 2023
    7
    It was really creative, but not very fun. I didn't continue to play after I left the Sky Island.
  13. Heisenburg333
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    This is one of my favorite games ever from all the new stuff to the sky and the underground I feel like Nintendo went all in for this game it has a small problem but the positive out matches the negative. If i could rate this a 100 I would its that much of a must play.
  14. NoMiiS
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    Hands down one of the greatest Sequels to a game and having it to be BOTW. A masterpiece from gameplay to creativity. All they need to add is being able to building a Home structure that stays.
  15. Kur0
    Aug 8, 2023
    8
    Cuando pensaba que no se podía mejorar el Breath of the Wild llega nintendo y se marca éste juegazo, lo tiene todo para ser el goty.

    Las únicas pegas que le pongo es que hubiese sido un mejor juego sin Breath of the wild, juego del cual acabas un poco quemado y éste viene a ser un poco lo mismo con muchas mejoras eso sí, también tiene un problema de rendimiento bastante jodido pero es    Cuando pensaba que no se podía mejorar el Breath of the Wild llega nintendo y se marca éste juegazo, lo tiene todo para ser el goty.

    Las únicas pegas que le pongo es que hubiese sido un mejor juego sin Breath of the wild, juego del cual acabas un poco quemado y éste viene a ser un poco lo mismo con muchas mejoras eso sí, también tiene un problema de rendimiento bastante jodido pero es lo que hay.

    Lo recomiendo encarecidamente.    … Expand
  16. Macias84
    Aug 8, 2023
    7
    I like this game, but it pisses me off that Big N still disregards my country and has not translated the game into Polish. I manage it somehow, but my 12-YO daughter is just learning English and has a problem. No-Thank you very much N!!! :((( Due to the lack of language localization score -1
  17. DeathGigas
    Aug 9, 2023
    9
    The game most pumped by videogame advertising and press
    It's definitely not a 10 but it's close
    A sequel to Breath of the Wild that lacks a real novelty effect
    Every element of Breath of the Wild has been upgraded or improved
    The cons on a technical level it has many fps drops and the switch is squeezed to the limit
  18. stexm
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Legend of Zelda: The Tears of the Kingdom are undoubtedly impeccable, and its gaming experience is unparalleled. In the 200 hour game duration, it brings me surprises, moves, and incredible. Many people think it's not qualified, but I want to say it's enough. Even though its graphics and frame rate are not satisfactory, Nintendo compensates with its almost perfect gameplay andLegend of Zelda: The Tears of the Kingdom are undoubtedly impeccable, and its gaming experience is unparalleled. In the 200 hour game duration, it brings me surprises, moves, and incredible. Many people think it's not qualified, but I want to say it's enough. Even though its graphics and frame rate are not satisfactory, Nintendo compensates with its almost perfect gameplay and creativity,The more games you play, the more you believe they are perfect. This legendary series has always been focused on fun, and that's the most important aspect of the game. It fully interprets the game 'Continuation of Legends with Legends' (citing IGN), which has many solutions in every aspect. This experience is incredible, and I believe it is fully worthy of the previous year's game and also worthy of legends.… Expand
  19. LovegamesBli
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Do começo ao fim, um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos. É um jogo com o objetivo de ficar mais forte, pra chegar até um determinado lugar, eu rasgo elogios para o que muitos criticam, sistemas como as quebras de armas desse jogo devem ser elogiadas. É um mundo com muitas histórias, e considero cada npc uma parte importante na jornada. Os gráficos são excelentes, Zelda Totk não falhouDo começo ao fim, um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos. É um jogo com o objetivo de ficar mais forte, pra chegar até um determinado lugar, eu rasgo elogios para o que muitos criticam, sistemas como as quebras de armas desse jogo devem ser elogiadas. É um mundo com muitas histórias, e considero cada npc uma parte importante na jornada. Os gráficos são excelentes, Zelda Totk não falhou em ser o Zelda de hoje em dia.… Expand
  20. Rikipy
    Aug 9, 2023
    5
    Best title of TLOZ, la historia es impresionante, la exploración 10 de 10, la parte hardcore explorando las profundidades
  21. Keloxceral
    Aug 10, 2023
    8
    Good game overall but it's held back by the console it's on. Exploring is the best part of this game; with the new fuse system, you can get creative. Other than that very standard plot and base combat is bland but you can get creative with the new system. If this was on a more powerful console this game would be a 10. Its 2023 nintendo games play like mobile games cmon
  22. TheTremere
    Aug 10, 2023
    6
    Beautiful game, evolving the mechanics of the previous title. Maybe this is the reason I feel unintrerested to keep on playing it? Maybe it emphasizes in the creations mechanics too much and that is not for me...?
  23. victini9
    Aug 10, 2023
    7
    Nice game, but it just like BOTW, nothing really new for 6 years waiting, usually drop fps.
  24. Catombomb
    Aug 11, 2023
    8
    very good game enjoyed it very much. I hope the classic Zelda games will be pushed more in the future
  25. danisito123
    Aug 20, 2023
    7
    Deja a BOTW como una demo, el juego incluye cosas nuevas, una historia muchísimo más interesante que la de su secuela, pero tampoco es algo que sorprenda. Lo que más me ha gustado es la libertad que tienes y las cinemáticas, pero no ofrece nada nuevo como videojuego, todo lo que está en el juego lo hemos visto en otros juegos implementado de distinta forma, ya sea parecida o no, por lo queDeja a BOTW como una demo, el juego incluye cosas nuevas, una historia muchísimo más interesante que la de su secuela, pero tampoco es algo que sorprenda. Lo que más me ha gustado es la libertad que tienes y las cinemáticas, pero no ofrece nada nuevo como videojuego, todo lo que está en el juego lo hemos visto en otros juegos implementado de distinta forma, ya sea parecida o no, por lo que no es nada novedoso. El mundo es más extenso ya que añade las islas del cielo (escasas a mi parecer), y el subsuelo, que es Hyrule pero invertido. Los enemigos nuevos son muy chulos, pero son enemigos vistos en otros juegos de Zelda. Eso de fusionar lo que pilles con armas o escudos me gustó bastante, pero como he dicho, es lo típico de recolectar materiales y fabricarte armas. No es un juego para todo el mundo, si no te gusta estar farmeando materiales, esperar a los dragones para conseguir sus materiales, que la historia principal dure poco pero tengas una cantidad de secundarias que amplían la experiencia como 50 horas, pues no es para tí, y no es el mejor mundo abierto, pero sigue siendo el mejor juego para Nintendo Switch. Es un juego que está ahí, si tienes switch es imprescindible, es bastante entretenido, pero no es lo mejor del año ni de lejos, ya que ofrece lo mismo que casi todos los mundos abiertos que estén bien hechos, infinidad de horas para explorar, ir a donde quieras, farmeo intenso y luego ya si quieres seguir con la historia, la sigues, porque no estás obligado a pasártela para hacer lo que te plazca, algo que siempre gusta porque no te limita… Expand
  26. eeeeeeeeeee33de
    Aug 15, 2023
    8
    its good, whatever,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
  27. Alkerion
    Aug 21, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Grosse attente, énorme déception.
    J'ai adoré Botw, j'y ai passé des centaines d'heures, j'ai polishé ce jeu dans le moindre recoin, c'est pour dire que j'attendais ce nouvel opus avec beaucoup d'impatience.
    Dans l'ensemble Totk n'est pas un mauvais jeu, loin de là, mais Nintendo à reproduit les mêmes erreurs que dans Botw et en a commis de nouvelles.

    Points positifs :
    - Les îles dans le ciel sont vraiment sympa, c'est l'ajout le plus intéressant dans cet opus.
    - Le nouveau pouvoir d'amalgame pour les armes et les objets est top également, fini d'accumuler des milliers de ressources qui ne servent plus à rien.
    - Les grottes sont sympa
    - Les combat de fin sont plus intéressants
    - Les nouveaux costumes pour voler et grimper les murs humides
    - Les cornes des ennemis utilisables sur les armes
    - Les temples sont bien, mais trop faciles encore une fois
    - Le système de batteries pour les artefacts Soneau est intéressant

    Points négatifs :
    - Le jeu est bien trop facile dans l'ensemble, pas de sélection de niveau de difficulté
    - Une alternative aux gardiens archéoniques manque cruellement, on se promène dans un monde sans aucun dangers au coin de la rue.
    - Les "puzzles" sont d'une nullité affligeante, la solution est à 2 mètres....
    - Aucun challenge pour récupérer des morceaux de dragons
    - Le sous-sol beaucoup trop grand, vite marre de tout explorer pour trouver des coffres inutiles
    - Le sous-sol bien bien moche
    - Les récompenses bien pourries quand on collecte tous les korogus, active toutes les racines, etc...
    - Les sanctuaires sont nul dans l'ensemble, bien trop faciles, aucun challenge, et la moitié sont des bénédiction de Rauru.
    - Les coffres dans les sanctuaires nous donnent des trucs inutiles, des armes trop faibles, etc...
    - Les Yiga sont vraiment nuls, aucun intérêt.
    - Les tours sont bien trop faciles
    - Les armes qui se cassent toujours bien trop vite (toujours pas de forgeron, mais des combines abracadabrantes pour essayer de réparer les armes).
    - Aucune explications de ce qui c'est passé entre les deux opus
    - Les quêtes annexes sont pour la plupart totalement inintéressantes et trop faciles
    - On peu toujours pas aller sous l'eau
    - Défilement des objets fastidieux, bien chiant pour chaque flèche ou amalgame d'armes
    - Bien trop de tenues inutiles
    - Les doublages français sont assez médiocres (bon, au moins il y en a, pas comme sur les grosses productions PC), des erreurs de prononciation (sonAeau au lieu de soneau), voix pas adaptées aux personnages, etc... quelle idée de renommer Zonai en Soneau déjà....
    - Les chevaux sont toujours inutiles (incontrôlables), et on peu même pas les manger (tout comme les chiens et autres animaux invulnérables sans aucune raison).
    - Un peu trop de copier/coller du 1er, on sent bien la grosse flemme des développeurs.
    - Trop cher pour ce que c'est
    - 30fps en 720p en 2023, difficilement acceptable quand d'autres consoles sont à 120/144fps en 4K HDR.

    Et surtout, la fin est toujours aussi nulle que dans Botw, une fois Ganondorf vaincu on revient en arrière dans le jeu, cela ne fait aucun sens, c'est la même erreur que dans Botw, il aurait mieux fallu proposer de revenir en arrière pour terminer les quêtes qui doivent se faire avant, ou choisir de continuer le jeu en débarrassant toute la carte des monstres, plus de lune de sang, de nouvelles quêtes pour remettre le royaume en ordre, etc... Un tel DLC entre les deux opus aurait également pu faire le lien entre les deux. C'est vraiment une occasion manquée, ça gâche vraiment le jeu de ne pas avoir une vraie fin.
    Il ont eu plus de six ans pour développer ce jeu (avec pompage de 80% de Botw), on aurait du avoir un meilleur résultat.
    Il se sont aussi planté niveau date de sortie, ils auraient du sortir la nouvelle Switch en même temps (on était pas à un an près), ou au moins ajouter le jeu dans la version de la Switch version Totk.

    J'ai terminé le jeu en une quarantaine d'heures, et je n'ai plus aucune envie d'y jouer ni de terminer toutes les quêtes que je n'ai pas faites tellement ce jeu est ennuyeux.    … Expand
  28. northstarraven
    Sep 2, 2023
    7
    HUGE Improvement over BOTW but still just feels like BOTW with DLC at an absorbent cost.
    Fun game, but it still looks like a wii u game.
  29. Tailer_light
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O jogo é incrível, cheio de coisas para fazer, ótimas cutscenes, simplismente incrível mecanicamente, claro, que como qualquer jogo tem glitchs, uns até que ajudam, como multiplicar itens, tbm tem a história, que complementou muito depois da BOTW, e meu deus, que cena linda foi o Link segurando a Zelda enquanto caia, só dei 9/10 pq né, Nintendo.… Expand
  30. El-Garbagio
    Aug 28, 2023
    5
    What most people see:
    -A fun crafting system that utilizes layers of exploration and fusing combinations.
    -Giant open world, filled to the brim with things to do, characters to talk to, and landmarks to see. -A calming atmosphere with great narrative moments that expand and explore Hyrule. What I see: -A monotonous, over complicated inventory full of **** you will never need. Making    What most people see:
    -A fun crafting system that utilizes layers of exploration and fusing combinations.
    -Giant open world, filled to the brim with things to do, characters to talk to, and landmarks to see.
    -A calming atmosphere with great narrative moments that expand and explore Hyrule.

    What I see:
    -A monotonous, over complicated inventory full of **** you will never need. Making every single action in this game an absolute chore to execute. Fusing items not only looks ridiculous but just adds another unnecessary step to a combat system that was already pretty annoying to begin with.
    -I hate when games go "open world", because i know it's just going to be me looking at the back of my character just running around 60% of the time. No game has done it quite like Bethesda, and unfortunately Tears of the Kingdom falls into more of those "Open World" pitfalls, even more so than it's predecessor. Granted there is more "content" in this game, but it's mindless and unfulfilling busy work. The lack of NPC's and proper story telling really hold this game back for me.
    -Don't @ me but the soundtrack felt...lazy, not atmospheric. There is a difference. Windwaker is atmospheric, OoT is atmospheric. Probably a subjective opinion but mine nonetheless.

    I see people giving this game good scores and still pointing out these flaws about the game, IMO the score you give should reflect your full opinion. I think this game is a 7 in all honesty. It's the most "fine" I've ever felt about a Zelda game. I am a little bias in saying i hate this formula, but i at least enjoyed Breath of the Wild. There was something about the original that didn't feel overwhelming and encouraged me to collect cool items and talk to people. The world felt more alive, and featured a FAR MORE interesting cast.    … Expand
  31. speedyy
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    I love totk best game.
    should win goty
    amazing music characters storys everything
    this game is a straight 10/10
  32. idontknow0
    Aug 31, 2023
    7
    Good game, didn't have me hooked though, can't really say much, this game is fantastic, and has some amazing content but i didn't really feel like I wanted to play more after beating the 2nd dungeon. Ovarall this is a great game and would recommend
  33. Atmc090
    Sep 1, 2023
    5
    One of the BEST videogames I have played, Nintendo ever domingo well her videogames
  34. Galvion
    Sep 8, 2023
    7
    The game's ability to immerse players is remarkable, making it difficult to put down once you've started playing. It excels in its world-building and attention to detail.
    Hyrule's expansion to the skies adds a new dimension to exploration and adds to the game's overall charm. I really like the game and it's a must-play for fans of the series in my opinion, offering an enchanting journey    The game's ability to immerse players is remarkable, making it difficult to put down once you've started playing. It excels in its world-building and attention to detail.
    Hyrule's expansion to the skies adds a new dimension to exploration and adds to the game's overall charm. I really like the game and it's a must-play for fans of the series in my opinion, offering an enchanting journey filled with adventure.
    Hoever the overall story could be better.    … Expand
  35. Goose12345
    Sep 9, 2023
    5
    I had a pretty well thought out review prepared for TotK to justify giving it such a middling score, but through the power of the internet and Error 403, that review has, much like my hopes for this game, been cast into the pits of despair, consigned to endless oblivion.

    In short, as I've already wasted enough time talking about a game I can't seem to get myself to enjoy: -Ultrahand    I had a pretty well thought out review prepared for TotK to justify giving it such a middling score, but through the power of the internet and Error 403, that review has, much like my hopes for this game, been cast into the pits of despair, consigned to endless oblivion.

    In short, as I've already wasted enough time talking about a game I can't seem to get myself to enjoy:

    -Ultrahand is a novelty that quickly becomes tedious and jerks me out of any immersion I may have felt regarding the exploration and story elements.

    -The same can be said for weapon durabilty and the new "feature" of using Link's power of "Gorilla Glue" to attach random bits and bobs to a stick, turning it into a new-and-improved stick. I didn't have a problem with this in BotW, though it was annoying at times; the new mechanic just means I'm forced to spend hours of my finite existence attaching things to other things; it's like I'm trapped in a nightmare where I'm forced to make children's crafts and then go out into the wide-open (and sort of boring, to be honest) world and beat something to death with them.

    -I can't comment on the story, as I haven't been able to force myself to endure the water-boarding that is the new "Super Zelda Maker" building mechanic long enough to get to anything approaching an interesting story hook. Notwithstanding this, I've received mixed signals on the story from other reviews: some swear it's the best thing since sliced bread; others say it's boring and full of contrivances and retconning of lore from other games. I sincerely hope the latter isn't true, but given i've already been spoiled on a few major plot points and was pretty unimpressed with them, I don't have high hopes.

    All in all, this game might be acceptable if it didn't have the Legend of Zelda or Breath of the Wild names attached to it, with all of the expectations that entails. But as a Zelda game, it's not at all what I expected, and sets a precedent for the series that I have no interest in. Here's hoping this is an anomaly and not a guidepost for how the games are going to be moving forward. The saying goes that a bad craftsman blames his tools. But I came here to go on an adventure and save a princess, not build 500 rafts and bridges.    … Expand
  36. manooo93
    Sep 9, 2023
    6
    I was extremely exited about TOTKD. And to be fair, I have avoided all trailers about the game. I knew Breath Of The Wild very well, so for me the first two weeks of playing were so frustrating, because everywhere i went, I dindt have this satisfying feeling of discovering something new. Everything felt recycled and in my personal experience, the game was average at best. But I understand,I was extremely exited about TOTKD. And to be fair, I have avoided all trailers about the game. I knew Breath Of The Wild very well, so for me the first two weeks of playing were so frustrating, because everywhere i went, I dindt have this satisfying feeling of discovering something new. Everything felt recycled and in my personal experience, the game was average at best. But I understand, that everyone who watched some trailers was aware what they were in for.… Expand
  37. 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
  38. SuperNaiv
    May 14, 2023
    8
    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a stunning sequel to Breath of the Wild that expands on its open-world sandbox with new tools, abilities, and locations. You can explore the sky, the earth, and the underworld of Hyrule, encountering new enemies, puzzles, and secrets along the way. The game also has a compelling story that delves into the ancient history of the Zonai tribe andThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a stunning sequel to Breath of the Wild that expands on its open-world sandbox with new tools, abilities, and locations. You can explore the sky, the earth, and the underworld of Hyrule, encountering new enemies, puzzles, and secrets along the way. The game also has a compelling story that delves into the ancient history of the Zonai tribe and their connection to Ganon. The game is full of surprises and challenges that will keep you hooked for hours. If you loved Breath of the Wild, you will love Tears of the Kingdom even more. It is a soaring achievement that deserves all the praise it has received.… Expand
  39. goldzweig
    May 16, 2023
    8
    Much better than BOTW in every way. But the game still suffer from the same old problem: time spent X reward. They solved almost all BOTW problems, but we still have the break weapons system, which sucks. Fuse solves a little bit but is still frustrating. I expected more of the original soundtrack, but seems like Nintendo forgot what made their old Zelda games great.
    It's a solid 8 and    Much better than BOTW in every way. But the game still suffer from the same old problem: time spent X reward. They solved almost all BOTW problems, but we still have the break weapons system, which sucks. Fuse solves a little bit but is still frustrating. I expected more of the original soundtrack, but seems like Nintendo forgot what made their old Zelda games great.
    It's a solid 8 and still no better than Ocarina.    … Expand
  40. Jerry4050
    May 14, 2023
    8
    I am enjoying it more than Breath of the Wild but as soon as you land to Hyrule then the game gets a step back and just has to grind to continue. I do enjoy making boats and other contraptions when I find them in the world but I hardly use it when I'm in combat. Im only about 4 hours in and just got six hearts from doing four shrines. I hope the game gets better but the main enemy isI am enjoying it more than Breath of the Wild but as soon as you land to Hyrule then the game gets a step back and just has to grind to continue. I do enjoy making boats and other contraptions when I find them in the world but I hardly use it when I'm in combat. Im only about 4 hours in and just got six hearts from doing four shrines. I hope the game gets better but the main enemy is pretty bad ass. It's just the same pig enemies are back when you land back to Hyrule and they are annoying just like in Breath of the Wild. It is getting better but it's hard as before.… Expand
  41. ejoseph
    May 13, 2023
    8
    Beautiful, fun game. I wish Nintendo would make more of these types of open world action adventure explore games rather than games like animal crossing and pikmin lol. My only criticism of the game is too much copy and paste/repetition in many parts of the game just for the sake of filling the world with things to do, which fortunately you can opt out of. Also I didn’t care for the use ofBeautiful, fun game. I wish Nintendo would make more of these types of open world action adventure explore games rather than games like animal crossing and pikmin lol. My only criticism of the game is too much copy and paste/repetition in many parts of the game just for the sake of filling the world with things to do, which fortunately you can opt out of. Also I didn’t care for the use of the same map.… Expand
  42. PJMZdanowski
    May 14, 2023
    9
    Looks like a Great sequel with impressive new mechanics. I just started it last night and was taken by an absolute suprise when I realised its 3am. Promising start if just the first few hours manage to grab you with such power.
  43. RodSal
    Aug 9, 2023
    8
    Achei o tears of the kingdom, de uma maneira geral, melhor que o breath of the wild. Mas o impacto daquele primeiro contato de jogar o breath of the wild, o totk não conseguiu superar.

    Então para qualquer pessoa que ainda pensa em jogar ambos os jogos, é bem recomendado já começar pelo totk pelas novas mecânicas e os mapas do céu e do subterrâneo, pois praticamente tudo que está no    Achei o tears of the kingdom, de uma maneira geral, melhor que o breath of the wild. Mas o impacto daquele primeiro contato de jogar o breath of the wild, o totk não conseguiu superar.

    Então para qualquer pessoa que ainda pensa em jogar ambos os jogos, é bem recomendado já começar pelo totk pelas novas mecânicas e os mapas do céu e do subterrâneo, pois praticamente tudo que está no botw, está no totk, e assim não vai ter aquela sensação de jogar o mesmo jogo em sequência.    … Expand
  44. DravenHavok
    Aug 4, 2023
    9
    While it's difficult not to want to compare Tears of the Kingdom to Breath of tht Wild, it's important to differentiate the two games. TotK does lack that sense of marvelous discovery BotW had when it came out, however even as a standalone experience TotK is an impressive and wonderful experience. Games that reward players to be creative are rare, and games that give players a colossalWhile it's difficult not to want to compare Tears of the Kingdom to Breath of tht Wild, it's important to differentiate the two games. TotK does lack that sense of marvelous discovery BotW had when it came out, however even as a standalone experience TotK is an impressive and wonderful experience. Games that reward players to be creative are rare, and games that give players a colossal world to explore in whichever way they want even more so. This game is a different kind of magical, but to me what makes it stand above BotW is how complete it feels.… Expand
  45. enigma81
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Exceptional worldbuilding, gameplay that is easy to access but harder to master, masterful storytelling. Can safely recommend spending hours in this version of Hyrule. The storytelling and direction is also preferable to "Breath of the Wild" in that it helps you navigate the world to a larger part than before, even if you are also free to roam as before. The introduction of devices you canExceptional worldbuilding, gameplay that is easy to access but harder to master, masterful storytelling. Can safely recommend spending hours in this version of Hyrule. The storytelling and direction is also preferable to "Breath of the Wild" in that it helps you navigate the world to a larger part than before, even if you are also free to roam as before. The introduction of devices you can build is also another significant development from previous, that can aid you in exploring and fighting or become a full minigame in itself.… Expand
  46. dzbnkx
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. When Breath of the Wild was released, many of us couldn't imagine bigger and better sandbox game. I thought that BotW was THE ULTIMATE sandbox, but now I know I was wrong.

    Breath of the Wild was kind of messiah of sandboxes. No one, ever before, made bigger and better sandbox. Tears of the Kingdom however, is not a messiah, but it's an innovator - it improves    Absolutely amazing game. When Breath of the Wild was released, many of us couldn't imagine bigger and better sandbox game. I thought that BotW was THE ULTIMATE sandbox, but now I know I was wrong.

    Breath of the Wild was kind of messiah of sandboxes. No one, ever before, made bigger and better sandbox. Tears of the Kingdom however, is not a messiah, but it's an innovator - it improves the mechanics and adds more.

    They say that surface map of Hyrule is the same as it was in Breath of the Wild, but when I'm traversing it, I don't know what to expect behind the corner, even when I spent almost 200hrs in the predecessor. You start in another place of the world, and some places which was relatively safe in BotW are dangerous in TotK and vice versa. On top of that, TotK adds sky islands and underground with their own resources. Underground seems pretty dangerous at first, but if you know how to traverse it, it can be pretty soothing experience with almost no background music and with particles in the air. If you are bored with the gameplay loop on the surface, or in the underground, you can seamlessly go somewhere else.

    Breath of the Wild was a game about loneliness. Our protagonist was asleep for 100 years and no one knew who he was. But Tears of the Kingdom is a game about relationships. Relationships you made in BotW. The story take place few years after the ending of BotW and you can see kids grew up, changes in the open world, etc.

    Nintendo made the game to be friendly to new players, so you can learn about the story from BotW in different places in Hyrule from different people. I still recommend playing BotW first, because of meeting new friends who are present in TotK, and some side quests changing the open world, in a way which we see now in TotK.
    However, there are some plot holes, like, where are the Divine Beasts? Why the sun and the moon are going backwards now?

    The soundtrack is very good and in my opinion is better than it was in BotW. Themes of the towns are pretty much the same, but themes in shrines, battle themes are new and feel fresh. And let's not forget about references to older Zelda titles in boss battle themes, and in other places too.

    Tears of the Kingdom is a great puzzle sandbox with the vast, open world. Basically all abilities you have are used to solving puzzles. There is no one proper way to solve the puzzles, you can solve it however you want and that's the most important part of this game. It gives the players a lot of satisfaction when they solve the puzzles in their own way, that's why the playthrough would be different for each of us. That was the case in BotW too, but with the abilities such as Ultrahand, or Fuse, the possibilities are endless.

    Physics engine is as good as it was in BotW - it's absolutely phenomenal. In TotK it spread its wings to the maximum with the new abilities.

    Ultrahand modifies how the player looks at things in Hyrule. Now, a tree is not just another tree, but you can connect trunks and make a raft, or a roof to make a fire when it rains, or you can climb high places, and there are a lot of things like that you can use to achieve your own goals.
    Fuse is the developers' answer to durability complains in BotW. Not only fusing something durable to a weapon increases its durability, or something powerful increases its attack power, but it also gives it its properties. For example, when you attach ice fruit to a weapon, it gives freezing attack to it. Again, you can try combining different things in your own, creative way.
    On top of that, there is Ascend which gives you the ability to float through ceilings, and which indeed sometimes feels like cheating (as the developers said in an interview), and Recall which rewinds time.

    The story was, like it was in BotW, written after they had got gameplay mechanics done. Nintendo had a tough task optimizing it that you can discover it in any order, so it's again in form of memories. However, I recommend discovering it in a "proper" order, as in shown in the Forgotten Temple (from left to right, it's not a spoiler as it's one of the first main quests). The story doesn't have a lot of time relatively to playthrough time, and it's clearly visible that the main point of this game is gameplay. However, you can dive into lore deeper if you want, youtubers make hours-long videos about lore in this game.

    The game works in 30 fps, sometimes more stable, sometimes less, sometimes framerate drops to 20-25 fps. But it wasn't a problem for me, for me hardware limitations were visible when something you built vanishes after you wander too far away from that, and it's usually not that far...

    But even with that said, Tears of the Kingdom is one of the best games of all time, and it's my top 1 favorite games at the moment.
    I give it a solid 10/10.

    + gameplay
    + music
    + mechanics / abilities
    + the ultimate sandbox
    + lore

    - plot holes
    - hardware limitations
    - controlling sages    … Expand
  47. ZeldaCritical
    May 15, 2023
    9
    Nintendo's Tears of the Kingdom is a true testament to their ability to create and design innovative and downright fun gameplay mechanics and world design elements that culminate into a product that is an absolute joy to play. What initially seemed as a mere "DLC" to some people has been completely abolished by the overwhelming amount of new content and features that, somehow, create anNintendo's Tears of the Kingdom is a true testament to their ability to create and design innovative and downright fun gameplay mechanics and world design elements that culminate into a product that is an absolute joy to play. What initially seemed as a mere "DLC" to some people has been completely abolished by the overwhelming amount of new content and features that, somehow, create an even bigger sense of freedom and choice that the previous entry Breath of the Wild established.

    Speaking of freedom and choice, each mechanic that Link can utilise such as Ascend and Ultrahand are crafted in such a way that it truly allows complete and total freedom to tackle objectives and secrets (that, by the way, the world is absolutely FLOODED with!), and gracefully enables this mouldable gameplay that is entirely unique to the player. You do things how you want, when you want, and that is where Tears of the Kingdom truly shines.    … Expand
  48. andrew9
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    good and builds off the previous one .
  49. imran_meerkat
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    I finally completed it after 165 hours. I took me 2 months.

    good story, beautiful visuals and new build gameplay is very addictive.

    I would love to say more but I think enough's already been said about this game.

    its my GOTY!
  50. salvegaming
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    One of the best sequels ever made. It is very difficult to mantain the same world without feeling that you are playing BOTW again... Subtle, engaging and emotional. 10/10
  51. Bandaid
    May 15, 2023
    10
    It's a sequel, set in the same area. I like that they used Breath of the Wild as a template here. It allowed them to spend time focusing on changing the map, gameplay, and addressing the main concerns of the first game. It feels like the same botw, sure, but how you play it and what you discover are new. The level of creativity given to the player has drastically increased. The difficultyIt's a sequel, set in the same area. I like that they used Breath of the Wild as a template here. It allowed them to spend time focusing on changing the map, gameplay, and addressing the main concerns of the first game. It feels like the same botw, sure, but how you play it and what you discover are new. The level of creativity given to the player has drastically increased. The difficulty feels more balanced. This is what I personally want in a sequel. More of the first, but better. My only grips are my inability to pet animals, fed them, and make my own village. Posting as a 10 vs a 9 due to the amount of people giving this a zero. Zero is unplayable, a failure in every aspect. This, whether or not this type of game is your thing, is clearly not a failure in many of the areas it sets out to compete in.… Expand
  52. drandaluz
    May 15, 2023
    10
    I really dont know how to explain this in detail, but Nintendo managed to elevate a perfect experience to a whole NEW level. Is there a word for more than perfect. This is now The Greatest Game of All time without a doubt, dethroning BotW by a lot.
  53. Fiercevinegar
    May 14, 2023
    8
    Full review at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8C52EbOteUU

    since breath of the wild came out redoing many of main staples of the Zelda series, focusing entirely on open world gameplay, the main question was how will the next game live up to it, will it expand upon the original or go in a completely new direction, well 4 years ago they announced that the next Zelda would be a sequel to    Full review at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8C52EbOteUU

    since breath of the wild came out redoing many of main staples of the Zelda series, focusing entirely on open world gameplay, the main question was how will the next game live up to it, will it expand upon the original or go in a completely new direction, well 4 years ago they announced that the next Zelda would be a sequel to botw and now 6 years after its release it has finally arrived, but does it live up to the delay or is it just more of the same Zelda we have been playing.    … Expand
  54. israeldavid24
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Its just a perfect Game. It's the BEST Zelda Game of all the times. You all should play it
  55. edgybravo
    Jul 28, 2023
    9
    Gameplay / 9
    Somethings are amazing like the traversal mechanics and the amount of freedom you have with your building. But basic combat mechanics can be bland and sloppy at times also the camera can be a mess during certain moments.
    Graphics / 8.5 Objectively bad in comparison to many other games like God of War and Forbidden West but it's on far inferior hardware and it's saved by    Gameplay / 9
    Somethings are amazing like the traversal mechanics and the amount of freedom you have with your building. But basic combat mechanics can be bland and sloppy at times also the camera can be a mess during certain moments.

    Graphics / 8.5
    Objectively bad in comparison to many other games like God of War and Forbidden West but it's on far inferior hardware and it's saved by the art style.

    Ost / 9.5
    Incredible is all I can say. Nearly perfect soooo close to being on the level of games like OoT, Witcher 3 and FFX.

    Story / 9
    I think this is the best story in a Zelda game since OoT but the way the story is told and the freedom and open-ended nature of the game actually hurts the narrative. I believe if this story was told in a more direct and more narratively driven way it could potentially be an amazing story.

    Characters / 9
    The characters in Zelda games have this charm to them that makes them likeable and funny even though objectively they are just silly, but you can't help but giggle and like them. Voice acting is superb in Japanese sometimes I feel like I'm watching a Studio Ghibli film. The English voice acting and writing leaves something to be desired which is the main reason I cannot give this category a 10.

    Overall I would say anywhere between a 9-9.5/10 is a fair score for TotK it's one of the best games I've ever played. I have a personal top 100 favorite game of all time list and after a couple months of letting it sit and letting the hype die down. I've officially put Tears of the Kingdom in my top 15 and it's my 3rd favorite Zelda game of all time. I believe if a perfect open world video game exist it would be something like the freedom you get in Totk with the boss designs and combat precision of Elden Ring and the writing and graphical fidelity of God of War.    … Expand
  56. Maradum
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    Zelda TotK is a direct sequel to Breath of the Wild. It uses the same map of Hyrule, but changes so many areas, adds caves, adds Sky Islands and a completely new 3rd aspect that was not shown before. It is an absolute massive game and one of the best open worlds ever created.

    The exploration and adventure aspect of the game is its biggest strength. The new abilities, especially the    Zelda TotK is a direct sequel to Breath of the Wild. It uses the same map of Hyrule, but changes so many areas, adds caves, adds Sky Islands and a completely new 3rd aspect that was not shown before. It is an absolute massive game and one of the best open worlds ever created.

    The exploration and adventure aspect of the game is its biggest strength. The new abilities, especially the building function via Ultra Hand, gives you one of the best sandbox experiences ever. There are almost no limits to what you can do and the physics in the game are something I have never seen before.

    It also tackles some of the issues BotW had: The world is way more dense, the new temples are much more fun than the Divine Beasts – even though they still dont reach the highest hights of older Zelda game dungeons. Weapon durability is still in the game, however due to the fuse ability it feels way less tedious. Its actually fun to create new weapon combinations. The story overall is stronger than in BotW, with some great story telling, however its still very surface level – but it still has some emotional peaks.

    One of the weakest aspects that hasnt changed at all from BotW is the combat itself. It still feels clunky, very little options and no new tricks here. Overall, an amazing game, an amazing entry in the Zelda series and one of the must pure fun games I played in the last years.    … Expand
  57. VinRak
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Just an amazing game. I don't know how, but they did it fresh and new in an incredibleway way.
  58. WillHuizar
    May 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Forget what you learned, there are tons of new Mechanics, you'll be thinking how to solve it, the difficult level was increase, they also improved map.… Expand
  59. kuiriz1
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Es un gran juego me gusta que una secuela supere al original, hay tantas formas creativas de resolver los puzlez que wow, es genial me encantó, se esforzaron y lograron una digna secuela, juego que también es para coleccionar
  60. Lucasrob
    May 15, 2023
    10
    One of the best games ever! The negative scores are from haters. You need to put in at least 10/20 hours into this game to be able to provide an unbiased review - most of the haters have not even played the game or only played it for a few hours. Nintendo did it once again, what a fantastic team of developers.
  61. SewAwOw
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    В общем и целом, та же ботва, но во всех без исключения спектах больше и лучше. Очень и очень годно. Некоторые косячки есть, но не критичные. Надеюсь, следующую зельду придется ждать менее шести лет)
  62. Rixalot
    Sep 4, 2023
    9
    One of the most enjoyable games I have ever played. Loved the cell shade art style and the lively villages full of interesting people. The open world is full of interest. Many times I set out to do something, but found myself wandering around from place to place, checking out various things that caught my interest in the open world and completely forgot about my original objective.One of the most enjoyable games I have ever played. Loved the cell shade art style and the lively villages full of interesting people. The open world is full of interest. Many times I set out to do something, but found myself wandering around from place to place, checking out various things that caught my interest in the open world and completely forgot about my original objective. Controls are smooth and precise, but takes a while to get a grip on how to use all of the abilities. I was probably 30hrs in before I was comfortably using the abilities, and still messed it up from time to time throughout the game. The user interface was much improved over Breath of the Wild, but could have used further quality of life enhancements such as remembering favorites for crafting a fire with pine cone or only showing relevant items for cooking, fusing to arrows instead of managing large menus with each item every time. Music is amazing. It really enhanced the feel of each place you visit and gave each space an identity. Performance was not bad as well, I didn't experience any crashes or major glitches. The only issue I had performance-wise was the frame rate dropped quite a bit, especially in areas with lots of vegetation. Overall, could not recommend this game enough whether you are a open world sandbox fan, or want to try one out for the first time. Anyone who liked Breath of the Wild should be pleased with all that was built on top of it with Tears of the Kingdom.… Expand
  63. JonaSCX
    Aug 3, 2023
    9
    Un juego casi perfecto a mi parecer, lleva las mecanicas del anterior al limite, nos entrega un mundo en donde no nos movemos del viejo hyrule pero en esta ocasion contamos con tres capas o niveles de superficie que explorar, una locura, 140 horas me han servido para descubir el 60% de misterios que oculta este juego, en donde hay que admitir que la historia toma cierto peso para lo queUn juego casi perfecto a mi parecer, lleva las mecanicas del anterior al limite, nos entrega un mundo en donde no nos movemos del viejo hyrule pero en esta ocasion contamos con tres capas o niveles de superficie que explorar, una locura, 140 horas me han servido para descubir el 60% de misterios que oculta este juego, en donde hay que admitir que la historia toma cierto peso para lo que sera el futuro de la trama, pero aun asi hay algo que me sigue dando vueltas en la cabeza. Me cuesta mucho creer que los sucesos del juego anterior se ignoren tan descaradamente en todo el juego, puedo llegar a entenderlo por cuestiones de guion o de simplemente adaptar el juego al publico pero me sigue pareciendo que aun haber una notable progresion en el mundo en cuanto a asu secuela se refiere, me siento como si realmente nunca hubiera estado en ese mismo continente en la entrega anterior, ahora, esto es pura divagacion mia, realmente no se si decir si algo bueno o malo, por eso la nota tan alta.
    Realmente creo que hay poco que escribir despues de lo que millones vivimos con el primero juego, simplemente Nintendo lo volvio a hacer.    … Expand
  64. Spacemerune28
    May 14, 2023
    10
    I was skeptical about this one, as I liked BotW, but missed some older Zelda titles more like Link to the Past and The Wind Waker. I was completely blown away. This now is the best Zelda game ever made hands down! Looks better and runs better than BotW. Better everything really!
  65. Altitude
    May 15, 2023
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is an absolute masterpiece that captivates players from start to finish. The game's breathtaking graphics and stunningly detailed world create an immersive experience that truly transports players into the realm of Hyrule. The storyline is beautifully crafted, filled with emotional depth and unexpected twists that keep players engaged and eager toThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is an absolute masterpiece that captivates players from start to finish. The game's breathtaking graphics and stunningly detailed world create an immersive experience that truly transports players into the realm of Hyrule. The storyline is beautifully crafted, filled with emotional depth and unexpected twists that keep players engaged and eager to uncover the secrets of the kingdom. The gameplay mechanics are flawless, striking the perfect balance between challenging puzzles, exhilarating combat, and awe-inspiring exploration. With its memorable characters, epic quests, and a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, Tears of the Kingdom is a testament to the artistry and creativity of the Zelda franchise. It's an unforgettable journey that will leave players in awe and longing for more adventures in the legendary world of Hyrule.… Expand
  66. eroguromedo
    May 16, 2023
    10
    Jogo muito bom apesar das limitações do Switch, estou com 40he vou mais umas 80h facil.
  67. iammaxmak
    May 14, 2023
    8
    In terms of visuals, there aren't significant differences compared to the previous installment, but the overall graphics are more rich and diverse, providing a delightful visual experience. However, this enhancement comes at the cost of slightly strained frame rates, and there may be occasional drops in FPS in certain scenes, which is a somewhat regrettable aspect.

    The free synthesis    In terms of visuals, there aren't significant differences compared to the previous installment, but the overall graphics are more rich and diverse, providing a delightful visual experience. However, this enhancement comes at the cost of slightly strained frame rates, and there may be occasional drops in FPS in certain scenes, which is a somewhat regrettable aspect.

    The free synthesis system is a major highlight of this game, offering players a diverse and engaging gameplay experience. Through synthesis, you can greatly enhance your character's abilities and skills, not only increasing the game's replayability but also providing players with more strategic choices.

    The world map design in the game is highly appealing, filled with a sense of mystery and exploration. Players can't resist the desire to explore every corner, and the design that encourages active exploration brings immense joy.

    The story is relatively simple and straightforward, without overly intricate and complex plotlines. This design makes the game easy to understand and get into, without burdening players with excessive complexity. It is believed that this simplicity will not be a concern for most players.

    Overall, through its rich visuals, enjoyable free synthesis system, captivating world map, and straightforward storytelling, this game creates a delightful and worth-exploring gaming world for players.    … Expand
  68. YannySp101
    May 13, 2023
    10
    255 hours later, I finally saw the credits roll in this game and I still can't believe it's actually over; it felt like an experience of a lifetime.
    As someone who loved Breath of the Wild and had sky-high (pun intended) expectations for Tears of the Kingdoms, I got to say... the game surpassed my expectations.
    Now, while the combat system and the visuals remain largely the same as in    255 hours later, I finally saw the credits roll in this game and I still can't believe it's actually over; it felt like an experience of a lifetime.
    As someone who loved Breath of the Wild and had sky-high (pun intended) expectations for Tears of the Kingdoms, I got to say... the game surpassed my expectations.
    Now, while the combat system and the visuals remain largely the same as in Breath of the Wild, everything else has been improved; the story is more engaging, the puzzles are more creative, there's more enemy variety, the map has been changed in many areas and there's much more content overall.
    However, being able to explore islands in the goddamn sky and the gloomy depths, paired up with Breath of the Wild's unmatched sense of exploration and even more player freedom, a huge world filled with so much content, 100 hours of playtime feels like barely scratching the surface, is an unbelievable achievement that I didn't think was possible for videogames.
    And I thought Breath of the Wild had mind-blowing abilities and mechanics but Tears of the Kingdom puts it to shame with its new set of abilities and tweaks; they're simply game-changing.
    With that being said though, I wish the sky islands were slightly more dense and the frame rate was more consistent.

    Pros:
    + Addictive gameplay
    + Groundbreaking new ideas
    + Massive world filled with nearly endless amount of content
    + Genius mechanics
    + Gorgeous visuals & audio

    Cons:
    - Frame drops at times

    Narrative: 5/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Content: 10/10
    Characters: 6/10
    Music: 9/10
    Art Style: 10/10

    Final Rating: 10/10
    - Masterpiece -
    While Breath of the Wild was a breath of fresh air for the Open World genre, Tears of the Kingdom raises the bar for the Open World genre up to the skies both figuratively and literally, and it goes even further by redefining the limits of videogames in general.
    This is a "once-in-a-decade" kind of game, an achievement in the videogame industry and a very strong contender for being the best videogame experience I've ever had.

    Do I recommend it?:
    It makes Breath of the Wild obsolete, so it's a must-play.    … Expand
  69. Cloudywolf
    May 16, 2023
    10
    Nintendo lo ha vuelto a hacer, lejos de crear una secuela continuista, coge la base de Botw y la perfecciona, con nuevas mecánicas llenas de talento y creatividad, con las que vuelven a revolucionar los videojuegos. Ningún juego se acerca a lo que hace TOTK, es una pena, porque muchos juegos podrían aprender de esta saga, no para hacer lo mismo, sino para innovar, crear algo más original,Nintendo lo ha vuelto a hacer, lejos de crear una secuela continuista, coge la base de Botw y la perfecciona, con nuevas mecánicas llenas de talento y creatividad, con las que vuelven a revolucionar los videojuegos. Ningún juego se acerca a lo que hace TOTK, es una pena, porque muchos juegos podrían aprender de esta saga, no para hacer lo mismo, sino para innovar, crear algo más original, no repetir la fórmula una y otra vez, ya cansa jugar siempre a lo mismo. 10/10 para esta obra maestra.… Expand
  70. Gabrielachan
    May 15, 2023
    10
    One of the best if not THE best game ever made. The story, the OST, the puzzles, everything comes together in an adventure that feels endless with characters that you'll absolutely love
  71. Slashgr
    May 16, 2023
    9
    There's just not a lot to say about this game. I am a gamer since ps1. Finished a lot of games, GREAT games. It's really hard for me nowadays to find games that can grab my attention. But Tears of the Kingdom clearly did. I was not so sure about this one because i fear its gonna be another breath of the wild, it is , but its also so much more. It's old but its also new. Its great!!!! MyThere's just not a lot to say about this game. I am a gamer since ps1. Finished a lot of games, GREAT games. It's really hard for me nowadays to find games that can grab my attention. But Tears of the Kingdom clearly did. I was not so sure about this one because i fear its gonna be another breath of the wild, it is , but its also so much more. It's old but its also new. Its great!!!! My score is 9, no game is a ten.… Expand
  72. henrybytes
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Un Zelda que mejora en todo a su predecesor, cielo, tierra y subsuelo para explorar, sin duda el mejor juego de Nintendo hasta la fecha. Sí bien quita algunas habilidades interesantes de la primera entrega, las nuevas habilidades mas simples llegan a abrir el camino a la imaginación y jugabilidad a otro nivel, totalmente un imprescindible en cualquier época.
  73. sebask8tan
    May 14, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una juego gigante , al ir por una misión te pierdes encontrando cosas nuevas, el sub suelo es gigante… Expand
  74. Voltaico
    May 14, 2023
    9
    Incredible game. A masterpiece. Maybe the best one that I have played. I rated 9 only because some minor fps and hardware performance issues.
  75. Dharleem06
    May 16, 2023
    8
    Not fully done with the game, but is great with flaws.

    The Good: Story; easily one of the best improvements The world; It GIGANTIC, with an added sky and depths, the size more than doubles. Shrines; most I found to be a lot more constant. None too easy or hard, but it more fun than anything Geoglyphs; Much better flashbacks than the old pictures. Bosses; the blights all felt like    Not fully done with the game, but is great with flaws.

    The Good:
    Story; easily one of the best improvements
    The world; It GIGANTIC, with an added sky and depths, the size more than doubles.
    Shrines; most I found to be a lot more constant. None too easy or hard, but it more fun than anything
    Geoglyphs; Much better flashbacks than the old pictures.
    Bosses; the blights all felt like the same thing, glad they changed it

    With this said, there are flaws:
    Worldbuilding; what happened to the old shrines and sheka towers?
    Yiga: So far, I've been to the desert and seen NOTHING about them except once in the depths.
    Abilities: Feal a bit awkward to use compared to the champion's abilities
    Cut scenes: this could be me using headphones, but the mouths are not connected properly with the voices. Also, there is a ton of them, to the point where it is annoying

    Would I buy it? Yes obviously. But coming from BOTW, some things I feel should have been approved upon.    … Expand
  76. 0nearmedbandit
    Aug 2, 2023
    9
    Amazing for a sequel that re-uses a lot from it's predecessor. Then it somehow managed to add a lot more to that, in an interesting way. I think it does a lot of the elements of the original, but done in a better way. Things like: the story, weapon system, world design, and the pure amount of stuff to do.
    But it does have some flaws and issues that bother me a lot, that were definitely    Amazing for a sequel that re-uses a lot from it's predecessor. Then it somehow managed to add a lot more to that, in an interesting way. I think it does a lot of the elements of the original, but done in a better way. Things like: the story, weapon system, world design, and the pure amount of stuff to do.
    But it does have some flaws and issues that bother me a lot, that were definitely not an issue in the first game.
    Overall, it's definitely one of the best games I have ever played, but it's definitely not perfect.    … Expand
  77. Lil_Caucasian
    May 22, 2023
    5
    After 6 years, the only thing this game has going for it is the original stuff from Breath of the Wild. This makes the game feel like a retread of the original, but with worse runes and one of the worst main stories of any Nintendo game I've ever played. Those temples are terribly designed. All in all, play the original. This one is skippable.
  78. FuryTornado
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    When you thought that Zelda BOTW was already the peak of gaming, and yet team Aounuma continued to surpass our expectations, with the new build mechanics, total of 3 maps and balanced story in open world settings, and yes best moment of Master Sword yet in the franchise history.
    Absolute masterpiece.
  79. GTaylor00
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Probably the best combination of an extensive chemistry/physics system in a fun to use package. Takes everything amazing about botw and multiplies it by 100.
  80. Lanayaru
    Jul 8, 2023
    8
    Tears of the Kingdom is a very good sequel to Breath of the Wild. However I don't really feel comfortable giving it a 9 or a 10. For example the entirety of the Zora missions and the Water Temple itself are just straight up boring. It was just mostly text and backtracking. The other temples on the other hand were amazing. The atmosphere, music, themes, enemies. It was all joy! The worldTears of the Kingdom is a very good sequel to Breath of the Wild. However I don't really feel comfortable giving it a 9 or a 10. For example the entirety of the Zora missions and the Water Temple itself are just straight up boring. It was just mostly text and backtracking. The other temples on the other hand were amazing. The atmosphere, music, themes, enemies. It was all joy! The world has changed a lot, introducing new characters, shrines, enemies and even a entire underground map as well as sky islands. Exploring these is very fun and challenging. But I still have one problem with this game. Near the end it drags on for waaaaay too long. You get thrown into a new location in the depths after you fought Demon King's allies in the castle. And instead of going after him, we're just going to build some funny robot. It makes no sense. I did not enjoy this last part in the slightest, the puzzles were nothing but frustrating. But the final boss however is sooo good. If it wasn't for these 2 problems, this would have probably been my favourite game, but unfortunately giving it a higher score just didn't feel right for me.

    If you liked Breath of the Wild you definitely will like Tears of the Kingdom. It's just more of it. It drags on but every other aspect of it is just perfection.    … Expand
  81. Dirac
    Jun 28, 2023
    9
    Not a fan of weapon fusing but the story is amazing.
    Think the Blight bosses of BotW are better design and theming but these bosses are fill their role rather well. Glad to see one boss back and he is perfectly designed.

    Same map as BotW but with the below and the sky, really changes travel and site seeing (one of my big draws).
  82. KurogamiAkuma
    May 16, 2023
    10
    El juego es simplemente una obra maestra, es BOTW pero a la vez no lo es. Nuevas mecánicas, mejor dificultad, mapas más amplios, son algunos de los factores que introduce este sucesor de la gran obra maestra que nos colmó de alegrías e increíbles aventuras en el 2017. Simplemente espectacular pasar horas y horas explorando Hyrule y sus nuevos secretos. 100% Recomendado
  83. infraRecon
    May 15, 2023
    9
    This is my very First Zelda Game, and for a long time, I have searched for games that were a little challenging, promoted exploration, and were just an overall blast to play.

    While this game is mostly positive, I would like to address some things I found annoying or just bad when it comes to this game, Again don't get me wrong I like this game a lot, Just as much as Elden Ring. Still,    This is my very First Zelda Game, and for a long time, I have searched for games that were a little challenging, promoted exploration, and were just an overall blast to play.

    While this game is mostly positive, I would like to address some things I found annoying or just bad when it comes to this game, Again don't get me wrong I like this game a lot, Just as much as Elden Ring.
    Still, this game suffers from a lack of menu features (eg. I want to cook my items in bulk, nope can't do that), sometimes annoying loot popups that just ruin the flow of gameplay, and maybe it's a bit frustrating at times with enemies with the simplistic combat but other than that this is an accurate representation of what games in 2023 should play like, especially on a switch.

    At the writing of this review, There is no way I'm Fully complete with the game, but I've played a Sizable junk, for more than 20 hours to get to know what this game is and the overall content of the game.

    This game is BEEEG, for a Nintendo Switch, I am still baffled at how this even runs, and only 16GBs?! Nintendo Out did themselves with this one with polishing. As for performance, uuhh, you gonna be looking at somewhere with 30fps, but you know what it's actually fine because the switch is such an underpowered console and just further flexes what can be done with such little power, as opposed to what the Recent Gen consoles are doing.

    And finally, I have never seen a game for a while that implements game-breaking Features so well, Building, Fusing, Portaling up and onto structures, and Time rewinding (These are the main ones), It's insane.

    I remember when I first started the game using the Building ability to make a giant rail cart so I can Go over a broken rail line. Its challenges and elements like these which I enjoy using my own way to get to a goal. Using the player with their creativity to solve a problem is what games should be all about, kind of like Minecraft just a little dialled down, and then mixing that with gameplay scenarios, just great.

    So If you have a Nintendo Switch and you're looking for a game or you're just a sceptical Zelda Fan, trust me the other reviews do not lie, you will sink hours into this game and you won't even be done with the tutorial area.

    Nintendo Fans should be happy with this one, even if it suffers some design flaws, heard that there are some annoying things from BOTW in here, this being my first Zelda Game I just enjoyed, You may feel different if you're an existing fan, completely Understandable.

    I'm still going to go back and finish the remaining content, or maybe just build a flying Train or something.

    9/10, Needs more Menu and Quality of life features.    … Expand
  84. Macintosh1001
    May 14, 2023
    9
    A great follow-up that improved every flaw that BotW had, while adding brilliant new systems and mechanics. The game brings out your creative side to solve numerous puzzles and makes it a joy to explore. There is a definite and recurring frame rate drops when the screen gets too busy or when you’re moving large objects, but the game really broadens the scope and flexibility of how youA great follow-up that improved every flaw that BotW had, while adding brilliant new systems and mechanics. The game brings out your creative side to solve numerous puzzles and makes it a joy to explore. There is a definite and recurring frame rate drops when the screen gets too busy or when you’re moving large objects, but the game really broadens the scope and flexibility of how you approach a situation and exploration.… Expand
  85. Cosuo_
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    As Breath of the Wild was my favorite game of all time, TOTK doesn't disappoint, Nintendo has created another masterpiece. This game is just the better BOTW. Abilities in this game are way more fun, more engaging and better told story than in BOTW, the whole game is twice as big, with nearly unlimited possibilities, where your imagination is the only restriction, Its a a game everyoneAs Breath of the Wild was my favorite game of all time, TOTK doesn't disappoint, Nintendo has created another masterpiece. This game is just the better BOTW. Abilities in this game are way more fun, more engaging and better told story than in BOTW, the whole game is twice as big, with nearly unlimited possibilities, where your imagination is the only restriction, Its a a game everyone should experience. The only complaint would be that the console lets this game down- 30 fps that can sometimes drop. The game still makes up for it in the long run, you can spend countless hours in the renewed hyrule, not only that you have the option to explore beautiful and engaging sky islands, but also the mysterious underground world that actually makes the entire map twice as big.… Expand
  86. TheRogueFox
    May 16, 2023
    8
    Must admit I never enjoyed botw nor did I complete it. Then wasn't expecting much when I seen the trailer for this but it was a slow month for game so I grab this new zelda game and I must say it has won me over this time the game is really fun the ultrahand is my favourite part just to give the player means but at the same time gave you complete freedom to accomplishe said task is justMust admit I never enjoyed botw nor did I complete it. Then wasn't expecting much when I seen the trailer for this but it was a slow month for game so I grab this new zelda game and I must say it has won me over this time the game is really fun the ultrahand is my favourite part just to give the player means but at the same time gave you complete freedom to accomplishe said task is just brilliant game design yes it very similar to botw but I think that lends itself to this game it's just okay you've been here now go adventure and if you didn't play the first there is a whole new world to explore and there is plenty new there for returning player so yeah well done devs.… Expand
  87. Dallamon
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Tengo años jugando videojuegos y nunca ninguno me hizo sentir como me hizo sentir Breath Of The Wild y Tears of The Kingdom. La experiencia más bonita y completa. Lo estoy disfrutando como aquel niño pequeño que disfruto de su primer juego, que fue el Ocarina Of Time. Simplemente espectacular
  88. Torom
    May 14, 2023
    9
    I don't give a 10 just because perfection doesn't exist and even a game that's close to perfection like this one is still perfectible.
  89. idkwhybut
    May 16, 2023
    10
    Better than Breath of the wild. Would recommend! Ultra hand is a lot of fun and Link's new ability's in general is really good!
  90. Nero23
    May 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juegos hermoso, todos los que dicen que es BOTW pero con islas en el cielo es que no lo han jugado, lo están viendo por Youtube o ni siquiera les alcanza para una buena PC para emularlo, ya que tiene un mapa súper extenso y ni siquiera es uno si no 3 mapas extensos Además de que sus mecánicas son increíbles y dejan volar a tu imaginación. Literal puedes resolver cualquier problema o puzzle de la forma en la que te salga de los huevos y ahora sí hay enemigos más variados y los jefes si son variados.… Expand
  91. Raulix
    May 14, 2023
    9
    El juego es muy bueno y entretenido.
    Para mí, supera a Breath of the Wild en cuanto a mecánicas, que me parecen mejor pensadas y sobre todo en la historia, que está más trabajada.
    Su apartado sonoro es de 10. La verdad es que me tiene muy enganchado este juegazo, se nota que hay mucho amor detrás, gracias Nintendo por ofrecer siempre juegos tan innovadores, que se toman como referencia por    El juego es muy bueno y entretenido.
    Para mí, supera a Breath of the Wild en cuanto a mecánicas, que me parecen mejor pensadas y sobre todo en la historia, que está más trabajada.
    Su apartado sonoro es de 10.
    La verdad es que me tiene muy enganchado este juegazo, se nota que hay mucho amor detrás, gracias Nintendo por ofrecer siempre juegos tan innovadores, que se toman como referencia por otras compañías    … Expand
  92. SONICO2005
    May 15, 2023
    8
    Es mejor en casi todo Comparado a breath of the wild, pero en lo mas importante pincha, en la diversión, se hace pesadísimo avanzar por culpa de esta nueva mecanica de juntar objetos y lo de los diferentes niveles del mapa, tengo la esperanza de que al mejorar el personaje se vuelva tan bueno como breath of the wild, pero de momento de me hace un poco bola, no se esperaba que esta nuevaEs mejor en casi todo Comparado a breath of the wild, pero en lo mas importante pincha, en la diversión, se hace pesadísimo avanzar por culpa de esta nueva mecanica de juntar objetos y lo de los diferentes niveles del mapa, tengo la esperanza de que al mejorar el personaje se vuelva tan bueno como breath of the wild, pero de momento de me hace un poco bola, no se esperaba que esta nueva mecanica no fuera algo principal sinó algo mas opcional.… Expand
  93. Simular_Sound
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Play the game, enough said. You don't enjoy it, which sounds crazy, but you might be playing it wrong, try to find aspects that is the reason others love it and then you'll see what I mean. Coming from someone who was too focused on the main quests and then had to look at the game in a different way to enjoy it, once I did that now this is one of my favorite games.
  94. 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.
  95. APolChrome
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Tears of the Kingdom es el mejor videojuego que he jugado nunca. Aunque ya hace bastante que me lo he pasado, quería sentirme preparado para hacerle una reseña aquí en condiciones y un ensayo más profundo. Aquí solo tocaré la superficie del título, pero es que la superficie ya es una obra maestra. Empecemos.

    Breath of The Wild es una obra maestra y estábamos asustados cuando se anunció    Tears of the Kingdom es el mejor videojuego que he jugado nunca. Aunque ya hace bastante que me lo he pasado, quería sentirme preparado para hacerle una reseña aquí en condiciones y un ensayo más profundo. Aquí solo tocaré la superficie del título, pero es que la superficie ya es una obra maestra. Empecemos.

    Breath of The Wild es una obra maestra y estábamos asustados cuando se anunció la secuela. Tener miedo era de tontos. Este juego supera en todos y cada uno de sus aspectos a Breath of The Wild. El brazo derecho es la tabla sheikah pero si la hubiese creado Da vinci junto a Eiji Aonuma. Por favor que buena que es. Voy a hablar de cada poder en individual.

    La ultramano: permite agarrar objetos y juntarlos mediante un pegamento mágico. Básicamente, el imán pero todavía mejor. El gran incentivo de la ultramano son los vehículos y gracias a los artilugios zonnan, podemos crear auténticas maravillas de la ingeniería moderna. Esto sumado a un sin fin de interacciones más, hacen de esta una de las mejores mecánicas que he visto nunca en un videojuego.

    De las mejores porque está la combinación. Ahora tus armas pueden fusionarse con cualquier cosa. Sí, cualquier cosa. Esto soluciona uno de los mayores problemas de BotW, la vulnerabilidad de tus armas, ya que aporta más daño y más resistencia. Además, dependiendo de los objetos, el arma, escudo o flecha puede tener diferentes interacciones, dando lugar a un combate mucho más estratégico y amplio.

    El retroceso es como el paralizador pero al revés. Cualquier objeto (menos enemigos) que se haya desplazado, puedes devolverlo a su sitio anterior. A nivel técnico es una locura, pero a nivel jugable es todavía mejor. Expande todavía más el combate y crea un montón de puzzles que se sienten distintos aun teniendo una mecánica en común.

    La infiltración es el más simple de todos. Básicamente, sirve para colarte en techos o estructuras que tengas encima, pero es muy útil y se usa mucho a lo largo del mapa.

    Hablando del mapa, este es doble I (inmenso e increíble). Inmenso porque son 3 mapas: las islas, unos territorios no conectados entre sí con algunos acertijos muy interesantes, la superficie, porque es muy parecido al mapa de Breath of The Wild, y el subsuelo, porque se siente muy distinto al resto y la exploración es muy distinta y estratégica. Increíble porque está genial diseñado en las 3 zonas.

    Los templos son un muy buen acercamiento a los Zeldas de Nintendo 64, pero se quedan lejos de ser como estos. Supongo que porque indican los puntos a los que tienes que ir, en vez de dejar tú que explores. Las boss fights son muy superiores a las de Breath of The Wild, teniendo una variedad inmensa de bosses y usando todas mecánicas que has estado usando en ese reino a la perfección.

    Audiovisualmente, es una obra de arte. El estilo artístico es de los mejores que he visto en un videojuego y la OST tiene algún temita que se te ponen los pelos de punta incluso si eres calvo. Mis 10 en este aspecto.

    Aunque he visto muchas críticas a la historia, a mí me ha gustado mucho. Me parece muy superior en la manera de contarse (aunque sí que es verdad que a veces puede llegar a parecer que ni se toma en serio), en lo que cuenta, en personajes y en todo en general.

    En resumen, juega Tears of the Kingdom. Es que si no has jugado al juego no sé ni que haces leyendo estas palabras. Me da igual que sean 70 pavines, te lo compras y no te va a decpecionar. Tan recomendado que si no lo juegas me enfado.    … Expand
  96. Puggoh
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Best game of all time holy **** Graphics are beautiful, music is pretty nice and quaint, and the gameplay is literally the best of all time. Jesus does exist after all! But I do have two, very small complaints; I wish there were more sky islands. They advertised them so much, but there’s like ten islands. I assume they are doing dlc, so this is something they really should add. Second,Best game of all time holy **** Graphics are beautiful, music is pretty nice and quaint, and the gameplay is literally the best of all time. Jesus does exist after all! But I do have two, very small complaints; I wish there were more sky islands. They advertised them so much, but there’s like ten islands. I assume they are doing dlc, so this is something they really should add. Second, there is a little bit of lag. I’ve only had one lag “situation” the entire game so far, but I heard it was worse before the patch. Download the updates before you play. But dude, every penny is worth it. I want you, yes, YOU, to play this. It’s just that good.… Expand
  97. Himkippie
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. If you compare it to botw, it is so much better.
    The story is good and has a conclusion to it that at the beginning you would have never guessed. The ending is amazing. I won't spoil, but the fight and the end are incredible.
    The gameplay is overall good. The 4 main ability's are good. The amount of weird, whack, sick, or overpowered weapons and vehicles you    This game is a masterpiece. If you compare it to botw, it is so much better.
    The story is good and has a conclusion to it that at the beginning you would have never guessed. The ending is amazing. I won't spoil, but the fight and the end are incredible.
    The gameplay is overall good. The 4 main ability's are good. The amount of weird, whack, sick, or overpowered weapons and vehicles you can make is almost infinite. There are some things like that you only can attach 20/21 things together with ultrahand, maybe a bit more would have been fun.
    The dungeons, they are much better than the ones from botw. Maybe still not as good as previous titles, but they are a lot of fun.
    The world itself is also massive. The surface hasn't changed much from botw, but it still feels like a new world. The sky islands are fun, but also a bit of a antic-climax to me. I thought there would be more islands to discover, but there aren't so much. The dephts/underground is massive and full of cool things. It is also overall not scary.
    The bossfights are just good. Maybe it would have been more fun if they were a bit less "gimmicky" but overall they are fun. The enemies are more fun to battle than in botw. Now you do it for the drops so that you can fuse. The enemy variation also has been improved.
    I would give this game a 9.8, better than botw and just awesome to play.    … Expand
  98. Chileoz
    Jul 31, 2023
    8
    ToTK is a great sequel to the BotW. It has a more mature fighting system, a fusing system, and a whole new system the ancient kingdom. The building system provides a lot of ways to enjoy the games, and you will find plenty of examples on the internet. However, you will also find a lot of similarities from the previous work, including the same enemies, same people, same armor, same maps,ToTK is a great sequel to the BotW. It has a more mature fighting system, a fusing system, and a whole new system the ancient kingdom. The building system provides a lot of ways to enjoy the games, and you will find plenty of examples on the internet. However, you will also find a lot of similarities from the previous work, including the same enemies, same people, same armor, same maps, etc. I feel much less surprised compared to the previous work. I am not saying this is a bad sequel, it is just not as amazing as the original game to me. If you haven't played BotW before, I would highly suggest it.… Expand
  99. Vake
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Perfect game the game is pure gameplay that's what games are supposed to be
  100. Harroy11
    May 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Right from the get go, the game does not disappoint. It beautifully expands on the already amazing foundation of Breath of the Wild; even in it's first few hours, the game well justifies the $70 price tag, over doubling the world of the previous game, while making the original map new and fresh, yet still familiar. In the tutorial, I felt as though I was making my own decisions, but I know that the game was subtly leading me. It is clear when you look back at your path, but not when you're in the action. It is crazy to think that a sequel to a game like Breath of the Wild could be better, and in many ways it is!
    However, it is a much more challenging game (git gud mentality), but it's not unwelcome. The game's towers are much harder to get into, making the map that much more valuable since you're going to go a while in an area before you get it. All in all, the game gives you less to start off with, and much tougher enemies to fight.
    In terms of story/game-path it follows the breath of the wild formula to a "t," with the exception of the beginning, which is all exposition, with no real game play. The tutorial area is beautiful, and explains many of the games core mechanics outside of shrines. I really like this way of explaining the game, abilities are shown in the four shrines, and other things that will be needed throughout the game are explained in the larger world. Shrines that go more in depth on the game's "devices" are on the world below, but a crash course is given in the tutorial.
    Every step of the way, Tears of the Kingdom builds upon what made Breath of the Wild amazing, while fixing many of its flaws, and bringing the game-play, world, combat, and everything else up three levels. Easily worth the $70 price and defiantly my game of the year pick.    … Expand
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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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