Hyrule Warriors

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 732 Ratings

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  1. Fury283
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Keep in mind this is a Dynasty Warriors game and therefore reviewed by someone who like such games.

    The game makes no qualms that it's a Zelda fanservice game placed on top of a Dynasty Warriors engine. The good news is, while Dynasty Warriors 8 made great leaps and bounds above the previous games in the series, this one takes even better steps in the right direction. Each character    Keep in mind this is a Dynasty Warriors game and therefore reviewed by someone who like such games.

    The game makes no qualms that it's a Zelda fanservice game placed on top of a Dynasty Warriors engine.

    The good news is, while Dynasty Warriors 8 made great leaps and bounds above the previous games in the series, this one takes even better steps in the right direction. Each character his his or her own unique move set, unlockables, and story. Unlike some of the DW games, this isn't so where they all have the same move set.

    You also get the ability to play Ganon and other baddies that isn't a Smash bros game!

    Now yes, you have to keep in mind, it is STILL a DW game... the enemies will not be smart, there will be dozens of them, and you will kill them over and over again. You also have to unlock characters by doing what was previously mentioned.

    DW fans (like me) will love it. Zelda fans, will probably hate it.
    But I'm both.. so I love it. :D    … Expand
  2. GamerOfGames
    Dec 29, 2014
    10
    It boggles my mind how this game continues to be so enjoyable despite having combat that should in theory become boring after an hour. Cutting down hordes upon hordes of enemies as Zelda characters from across the franchise is a blast, as each character plays differently, and the game is ripe with Zelda fanservice throughout.
  3. EFYevan
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    A fantastic Zelda game - it's the combat I always wanted in a Zelda game! Just don't come expecting a traditional dungeon/puzzle game and I think you will be pleasantly surprised. Well done Nintendo!
  4. SwitSwat
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    Like many people say, this is not really a Zelda game. It's a Dynasty Warriors game, using Zelda characters and locations. I admit, the combat looked pretty repetitive in the trailers, but I still wanted it because.... Zelda. I pre-ordered this, and with all the hours I've put into this game, I can safely say, that this is one of the best... If not, the best Dynasty Warriors title to date.Like many people say, this is not really a Zelda game. It's a Dynasty Warriors game, using Zelda characters and locations. I admit, the combat looked pretty repetitive in the trailers, but I still wanted it because.... Zelda. I pre-ordered this, and with all the hours I've put into this game, I can safely say, that this is one of the best... If not, the best Dynasty Warriors title to date. Fun combat, good challenge, and co-op mode! Don't miss out on this game if you like hack 'n slash games, Dynasty Warriors, or Zelda. 10/10… Expand
  5. Wanderlei
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Definitely the best Warriors game I have played in every regard. Combat is good, fluid combos and musou/magic powers balance out good with it. Technically the game runs great, I havent noticed any frame rate or enemy pop-in issues that have plagued all other Warriors games. The story cutscenes are just the right length, not too long not too short, good voice acting in the story boardDefinitely the best Warriors game I have played in every regard. Combat is good, fluid combos and musou/magic powers balance out good with it. Technically the game runs great, I havent noticed any frame rate or enemy pop-in issues that have plagued all other Warriors games. The story cutscenes are just the right length, not too long not too short, good voice acting in the story board parts. Robust level, crafting, weapon systems. If you're Zelda fan you will get off from seeing all the charterers presented like this.… Expand
  6. quietstorm
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    This is why you should own a wii u!!! What a breath of fresh air!!! Loving it!!! One of the better games this year on ANY system!!! If your a ZELDA FAN it's a must have!!!!!!! Well let's get back to playing one AWESOME GAME!!! HYRULE WARRIORS 2 Thumbs up!!!!!! :)
  7. halcyon_zephyr
    Oct 1, 2014
    10
    This game is amazing! I have been a long time fan of the dynasty warriors and Zelda series, so I knew I would like this game from the start. The sheer amount of things to do in this game (specifically how Adventure mode is set up) astounds me. I plan on getting everything unlocked on every character.... I want to 100% this! And I do not see that happening anytime soon. People areThis game is amazing! I have been a long time fan of the dynasty warriors and Zelda series, so I knew I would like this game from the start. The sheer amount of things to do in this game (specifically how Adventure mode is set up) astounds me. I plan on getting everything unlocked on every character.... I want to 100% this! And I do not see that happening anytime soon. People are complaining about the repetition of the game, but if you switch between multiple characters then it basically goes away. Hands down, this game is awesome.… Expand
  8. mykellinden
    Nov 28, 2014
    10
    Hyrule Warriors was considered by many prior to its release...a mixed-reviews kind of game that would only cater to Dynasty Warriors fans at the end of the day...but no. Hyrule Warriors, for one, FAR exceeded my expectations and offers an extremely rich and detailed world of Hyrule perfect for hosting these large battles on. The characters are VERY well-developed, and the weapons they haveHyrule Warriors was considered by many prior to its release...a mixed-reviews kind of game that would only cater to Dynasty Warriors fans at the end of the day...but no. Hyrule Warriors, for one, FAR exceeded my expectations and offers an extremely rich and detailed world of Hyrule perfect for hosting these large battles on. The characters are VERY well-developed, and the weapons they have been given to fight with suit them perfectly. The storyline is very well-thought out, and I think the characters that were chosen to be part of this epic adventure were perfect choices, especially with more characters being added by way of DLC.
    Personally, I know some people would just look at this game as senselessly beating up hordes of enemies, and while it DOES have that element...it also has so much more that makes the game worth experiencing by any Zelda fan, as there are so many callbacks to the Zelda series that it truly could be called canon if no one was told otherwise.
    In closing, I can only hope Koei Tecmo is able to do either a Hyrule Warriors 2, or bring another popular Nintendo franchise into their myriad of Warriors games.    … Expand
  9. MegaMattTyrrell
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Don't listen to all of the negative people! So far, this game has given me fun, entertainment and amazement. It looks fabulous and in general is a great game. Most people are just upset because it is not like a traditional Zelda game. It's a step in a different direction from the other Zelda games and is entertaining, fun and very unique. The sound track is good, the graphics are good andDon't listen to all of the negative people! So far, this game has given me fun, entertainment and amazement. It looks fabulous and in general is a great game. Most people are just upset because it is not like a traditional Zelda game. It's a step in a different direction from the other Zelda games and is entertaining, fun and very unique. The sound track is good, the graphics are good and the game is worth picking up! Just another game that beats anything the PS4 or Xbox One have. 10/10.… Expand
  10. TheExtraGuy
    Oct 3, 2014
    10
    I like the Dynasty Warriors games so I got this game expecting the same fun I have with those games and I was not disappointed, in fact I like it a lot more than Dynasty Warriors simply because it's set in the Zelda universe. It's the same hack and slash through multiple hordes of enemies while using your different combos and special attacks, defeating enemy officers with careful executionI like the Dynasty Warriors games so I got this game expecting the same fun I have with those games and I was not disappointed, in fact I like it a lot more than Dynasty Warriors simply because it's set in the Zelda universe. It's the same hack and slash through multiple hordes of enemies while using your different combos and special attacks, defeating enemy officers with careful execution and making sure not to fall into their attacks, as well as having a variety of characters to choose from all with their own unique style and feel.
    If you're coming into this game expecting a Zelda game you're gonna have a bad time because it isn't a traditional Zelda game, however it does have elements such as finding treasure and using items like your boomerang, hook-shot, bombs etc and often you will fight bosses that require you to work out their pattern so you avoid their attack and snag them with the bow or whatever that boss requires to injure.
    The story is rather short and not too spectacular, but really it's not a game you want to play for it's story in the first place. It meant to just bring a heap of characters together so that way they look good fighting all those Zelda baddies and so you can have a great time fighting them as Midna, Darunia or Ganondorf. The aesthetics of the game look pleasing, the art style of the characters look nice in beautiful HD and I just love Lana's look, she's just so cute! Not only that but playing as Impa, Sheik or Princess Zelda is just badass, if ever people want to complain about women not being represented in video games I'm just going to point them towards several female characters in this game!

    The only con I can really give this game is that some stages are overly used and that much is apparent in adventure mode. Plus no online multiplayer? Come on Nintendo and Tecmo Koei! Online for this game would be awesome, you could've had 4 player co-op! Hopefully this'll be in a patch in the future.

    Give it a try, either you'll love it or hate it. It all depends on how you feel about the Dynasty Warriors style of games. Just don't listen to the guys giving it 0... it really looks as though they didn't know what to expect. And reading them it looks like they didn't know this wasn't going to be a Zelda game.    … Expand
  11. amstans
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    This game is only getting low scores by reviewers who a) got the game for free and/or b) are gamers who like Zelda and don't enjoy the Dynasty Warrior series. One called it 'cringe worthy'... I'm sorry but I have been playing Zelda games for at least 20 years and I think this game is a blast. Very polished and fun to play with a friend because of the gamepad.
  12. Sneaksby
    Sep 27, 2014
    10
    A fantastic spin off. It's way better than Destiny because the game is actually fun to play. And it doesn't try to be too ambitious but it is very fun. It may not be a Triple A 500 million dollar game, but it is a great experience.
  13. powermad80
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Please bear in mind that this is *not* a main Zelda title, but a spin-off in the Dynasty Warriors style. If you don't like Dynasty Warriors, then chances are you're already writing your "0/10 slap in my face why do people like this crap?" review, so sod off and let us enjoy our niche title. This is one of the best and most fun Dynasty Warriors games ever made, and I love it to death.
  14. Michael_Forman
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    A perfectly executed tribute to all things Zelda coupled with satisfying Dynasty Warriors gameplay. This game has instantly become one of my all time favorites in a gaming career that spans decades. The sheer magnitude of this game is unbelievable. It goes on and on and on (and the tribute material goes on and on as well). As for gameplay, it's easy to pick up as a beginner — just mashA perfectly executed tribute to all things Zelda coupled with satisfying Dynasty Warriors gameplay. This game has instantly become one of my all time favorites in a gaming career that spans decades. The sheer magnitude of this game is unbelievable. It goes on and on and on (and the tribute material goes on and on as well). As for gameplay, it's easy to pick up as a beginner — just mash the buttons. However, soon you'll find yourself reading through forums learning the tricks of combos and using the dash to break an animation to speed up your character. This is a truly exceptional, very special game. I cannot recommend it enough.… Expand
  15. SuperWooper
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    An awesome game that combines both the elements of a Dynasty Warriors game and the Legend of Zelda series. I like the change up to a hack and slash genre of gaming for the Zelda series, but also keeps the factors of the traditional RPG feel. On top of that, there are some nostalgic factors from previous games in the Zelda series that Zelda fans will recognize, such as the moon fromAn awesome game that combines both the elements of a Dynasty Warriors game and the Legend of Zelda series. I like the change up to a hack and slash genre of gaming for the Zelda series, but also keeps the factors of the traditional RPG feel. On top of that, there are some nostalgic factors from previous games in the Zelda series that Zelda fans will recognize, such as the moon from Majora's Mask reappearing (and still just as creepy), Midna, the Twilight Princess makes a return, and the adventure mode gives you back the factors of the very first Legend of Zelda game from the NES. Also, you don't have to play as just Link throughout the game. You have the option to play as several characters, like Impa, Sheik, Midna, Princess Ruto, Fi, or even Zelda and Ganondorf. As for flaws in the game, the only thing I can think of is that there is no one-line multiplayer option, which I don't think is a huge deal. In conclusion, great game! I highly suggest it. The Wii U finally has a list of some big titles coming out, and Hyrule Warriors is the game that kicks them all off!… Expand
  16. Ultinas
    Sep 27, 2014
    10
    This game is unbelievable, there's so much to do in it, the music are remixes of zelda classics, you can hunt for 100 golden skulltulas, there's diversity in boss battles and so much more. I especially like the fact you can collect rupees in the midst of battle. Most recommended game for WII U in my opinion, even the WII U gamepad has great controls but you can also use the Wii mote or WiiThis game is unbelievable, there's so much to do in it, the music are remixes of zelda classics, you can hunt for 100 golden skulltulas, there's diversity in boss battles and so much more. I especially like the fact you can collect rupees in the midst of battle. Most recommended game for WII U in my opinion, even the WII U gamepad has great controls but you can also use the Wii mote or Wii u pro controller and play at two people at the same time with gamepad and remote!… Expand
  17. foxmccloud
    Oct 2, 2014
    10
    Hyrule Warriors is an incredibly fun game and battling through hordes of enemies has never been this fun. This Dynasty Warriors and The Legend of Zelda crossover has great elements, both old and new. Although, I wish they included online multiplayer. And if you are a beginner gamer, I wouldn't recommend it, cause this game can get challenging. It lets you play as dozens of characters andHyrule Warriors is an incredibly fun game and battling through hordes of enemies has never been this fun. This Dynasty Warriors and The Legend of Zelda crossover has great elements, both old and new. Although, I wish they included online multiplayer. And if you are a beginner gamer, I wouldn't recommend it, cause this game can get challenging. It lets you play as dozens of characters and even ones from past Zelda games, such as Ocarina of Time, Twilight Princess, and Skyward Sword. I recommend it tot he hardcore gamers, but not the beginner gamers. Its a really fun game, so buy it.… Expand
  18. Bernadet
    Dec 26, 2014
    10
    if you call your self a Zelda fan and dont own this game I dont know what to tell you :/ all Dynasty Warriors and Zelda fans are going to love this game is that good.
  19. Manuelizho
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Amazing! Just got it this afternoon, played alone for an hour, and 4 hours of coop - adventure mode with my brother! Perfect for those who want a taste of something freshly new! Amazing crossover, this is not a Zelda title, but it never loses that amazing feeling when you are playing a new Zelda title
  20. guitargod4
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    If you like dynasty warriors and pirate warriors this is not very much different except one thing.... ITS LEGEND OF ZELDA!!!! Its fun, beautiful, and has a great nostalgic effect. It is addicting and is a great pick up on the wii u. I am open to most types of games and this one is definitely worth the buy so far.
  21. A_L_I_2013
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    This game is meant for dynasty warrior fans and the few Zelda fans who are into DW, IT IS NOT meant to be a regular Zelda game. Understand what the culture in Japan is like , dynasty warriors is huge , here it's not , if you can't handle the repitivness then don't get it . Other than that , it's a great game with improved gameplay from past DW.
  22. mikemoncada
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Beautiful graphics..
    Real fans knew what was coming, so it's not a surprise that this is a Hack 'n Slash game with a Zelda MOD on it.
    Don't bother me to be pwning hordes of mobs with Link and the master sword..
    People bashing the game and the console one little advice. Don't buy the console and keep your mouths shut. that's all.

    10/10
  23. snow_
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Great game with lots of combat and addicting gameplay. Legend mode is basically the adventure and it sure is fun. One thing that would make this game really amazing would be an online play where you go against other people trying to capture a certain point in the map. Like Dynasty Warriors but with more fun aspects added to it. I think this game rightfully deserves a 10/10
  24. MrGeno
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    What gorgeous game. Funny thing about people calling the gameplay boring, but I guess they'll just go back to playing their favorite games with highly "innovative" gameplay (CoD, BF, Halo, Destiny, FF, etc). I guess you can't please everyone though. Never got into hack and slash games, including games like God of War, Dante's Inferno, or even Dynasty Warriors, but the demo gave me enoughWhat gorgeous game. Funny thing about people calling the gameplay boring, but I guess they'll just go back to playing their favorite games with highly "innovative" gameplay (CoD, BF, Halo, Destiny, FF, etc). I guess you can't please everyone though. Never got into hack and slash games, including games like God of War, Dante's Inferno, or even Dynasty Warriors, but the demo gave me enough incentive to buy this game.… Expand
  25. yorkshiregod
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    It's the Dynasty Warriors gameplay formula mixed with the characters, world, and atmosphere of The Legend of Zelda, and the combination couldn't have turned out any better.
  26. camptownrangers
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    At some point while I was stylishly slicing my way through hundreds of enemies as my favorite Zelda characters in beautiful scenery to a fantastic soundtrack, I realized that I was having an amazing time.
  27. Rahizzor
    Sep 27, 2014
    10
    First i was sceptical about Dynasty Warriors and Zelda mixed up. After buying the game i was still sceptical. But instantly after the first mission i was absolutely stunned by the smooth game play and the nice and detailed character designs! After 20h it's still fantastic to capture headquarters and win the battle single-handed.

    It's probably the biggest surprise for me this year (in    First i was sceptical about Dynasty Warriors and Zelda mixed up. After buying the game i was still sceptical. But instantly after the first mission i was absolutely stunned by the smooth game play and the nice and detailed character designs! After 20h it's still fantastic to capture headquarters and win the battle single-handed.

    It's probably the biggest surprise for me this year (in gaming context), as i really didn't expect a good game. Nintendo should add a demo to the e-store to convince more people. All i have to say is: Well done Nintendo!    … Expand
  28. htakara82
    Sep 27, 2014
    10
    This game is great, I came in with moderate expectations, but honestly it blew me away with how much fun it is. It's not as easy as some claim it to be but it's not mind numbingly difficult too. It's just good old fashion fun, especially if you play on harder difficulties the bosses and captains will give you a bit of a challenge. I highly recommend this game!
  29. LegendaryLink
    Sep 27, 2014
    10
    Loved the game! I recommend it to many Zelda Fans. It was something new, and it worked out great. Although things were different, you get used to things like the controls and youll slowly understand the mechanics. I understand people hated it for no tutorials, but as long as you are a true zelda fan, youd understand most boss weaknesses. Game was excited and something to look foward to :)
  30. MoPAJFA
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    I'm completely in love with this game, insane combat with characters from Zelda, doesn't get much better then that. A refreshing change from all the puzzle solving in the dungeons.
  31. FranciscoGtz
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    A very exciting game, a must play for Zelda fans, you wouldn't be disappointed, the music is really awesome, and the history is exciting as well. You will be remembering all the past games and the adventures, the playable characters with they interchangeable costumes are the cherry on the top.
  32. Xama
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    Well done Nintendo.
    First off, I would like to say that I was very skeptical of this game when it was first announced. I though it was kind of tacky that they were mixing together two games.
    I am here to tell all of you that this game is probably one of the best games that Nintendo has come up with in the last year. The game looked really linear and static gameplay-wise when I watched    Well done Nintendo.
    First off, I would like to say that I was very skeptical of this game when it was first announced. I though it was kind of tacky that they were mixing together two games.
    I am here to tell all of you that this game is probably one of the best games that Nintendo has come up with in the last year.
    The game looked really linear and static gameplay-wise when I watched the trailer, but it actually is much different than that. There are nearly endless amounts of combos.

    Gameplay- 10/10. The gameplay is amazing and very smooth.
    Weaponry- 10/10. Legitimately the only game besides and Square Enix game that has the most ridiculously oversized/overpowered weapons that make a 12 year old swoon in violent-fueled happiness.
    Controls- 10/10. Easy to use, and button mashing doesnt exactly save you in the game.
    Story- 10/10. Bring back awesome Zelda memories after the prologue.
    Graphics (yeah I went there)- For Nintendo this is a definite 10/10
    Characters- 10/10. So many awesome characters. Not spoiling anything but man they are good.
    Would I play this again? You bet your Master Sword I would.
    This game is beautiful. This makes my inner Michael Bay explode with amazement.
    They managed to take Dynasty Warriors, fuse it into Zelda, and still stay true to what Zelda really is.
    This game deserves a standing ovation.

    Nintendo has yet again impressed me. I highly recommend it to everyone who loves Zelda.
    10/10    … Expand
  33. Ericmendo1
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    This is one of the best Zelda games out there. So different but yet the same. A great spinoff and Zelda fan will love and non fans as well. So much content to unlock. Great game.
  34. LyrikTech
    Sep 28, 2014
    10
    Not only is this awesome zelda game in general but I also love how it combines the previous games, my favorite so far is twilight princess so I'm really glad that they included that!
  35. Crillan
    Sep 29, 2014
    10
    Fantastic game! Being able to take on hordes of enemies with Zelda characters is a blast no matter how many times I do it. I've already completed the main storyline and I'm working on collecting materials to upgrade the characters. Working on finding weapons and fusing them to make even better weapons is a fun way to further improve your characters as well. The Adventure mode where youFantastic game! Being able to take on hordes of enemies with Zelda characters is a blast no matter how many times I do it. I've already completed the main storyline and I'm working on collecting materials to upgrade the characters. Working on finding weapons and fusing them to make even better weapons is a fun way to further improve your characters as well. The Adventure mode where you can join others online to get even better gear has been great too! Either by yourself or with network "Links", the Adventure mode offers extra missions to complete to get materials, weapons and more skultulas to unlock more pictures. The replayability of this game is pretty big when you consider upgrading all of the characters that you can unlock! I'm looking forward to the DLC packs with extra missions and characters as well.… Expand
  36. Javan
    Sep 29, 2014
    10
    This game amazes me, I wanted to give it a try cause I played just a little bit of other musou games, but this game is a lot better than I expected!

    You have to understand that this is not a core zelda game, it is a spin-off, your task is not to get in combats one on one, you have to conquer zones of the map so your army can advance to more areas. At least for me, it was a pleasant    This game amazes me, I wanted to give it a try cause I played just a little bit of other musou games, but this game is a lot better than I expected!

    You have to understand that this is not a core zelda game, it is a spin-off, your task is not to get in combats one on one, you have to conquer zones of the map so your army can advance to more areas.

    At least for me, it was a pleasant surprise, I have been collecting all the hearts, badges, picture pieces and everything this game has to offer.

    If you are a zelda fan, you have to play it! It has a lot of the great characters from the series, plus more coming on dlcs!!

    Play it on hard difficulty from the beginning and it will be a lot better, the other difficulties are pretty easy.
    The content of the game is amazing, it has a lot of replay value with modes like challenge and adventure.

    Give it a try at least, and remember , this is a musou game with zelda characters and enviroments, don't compare it to other zelda games, compare it to other musou games.    … Expand
  37. Trent_Stevens
    Sep 30, 2014
    10
    Hyrule Warriors does an excellent job at combining two video game franchises flawlessly. The beat-em up action is fun and not too repetitive with the addition of various enemies to fight and also with a wide variety of characters to choose from. Anyone playing will easily be able to find a character that suits their play style with more to come in the form of downloadable content. The gameHyrule Warriors does an excellent job at combining two video game franchises flawlessly. The beat-em up action is fun and not too repetitive with the addition of various enemies to fight and also with a wide variety of characters to choose from. Anyone playing will easily be able to find a character that suits their play style with more to come in the form of downloadable content. The game also fuses the items from the Legend of Zelda into the game seamlessly, making sure the player uses certain items to defeat certain enemies and also showing that certain enemies are weak to those items. This helps give the game a Zelda feel along with the cast of characters, the adventure mode map, and even some simple things the one may not notice such as Level 2 and 3 weapons being items from previous Zelda titles. The game is very addicitng and is hard to put down. It's even more fun with a friend. Talking about multiplayer, Hyrule Warriors uses the Wii U gamepad in an ingenious way, making player one play the game on the Gamepad while player 2 gets the entire television. By elimating the need for splitsceen, players have more room to look at their surrondings and will nott get distracted as easily by another player's screen. The graphics are stunning in 1080p espically with the special effects from certain moves. Finally, the background music is composed excellently making any player get ready for the action to come.… Expand
  38. thirtythr33
    Sep 30, 2014
    10
    What this Zelda game lacks in puzzle content is more than made up for in pure combat. If a chaptered (as opposed to persistent openw orld) and more fast-paced Zelda game with epic battles appeals to you, this game is for you. If you are looking for a modern tangent like Zelda II: The Adventures of Link, this game is for you. If you want to see Link look like a true hero, this game is forWhat this Zelda game lacks in puzzle content is more than made up for in pure combat. If a chaptered (as opposed to persistent openw orld) and more fast-paced Zelda game with epic battles appeals to you, this game is for you. If you are looking for a modern tangent like Zelda II: The Adventures of Link, this game is for you. If you want to see Link look like a true hero, this game is for you. There is plenty for Zelda fans to love about this game as long as they don't mind the departure from the traditional 3D Zelda game-type.… Expand
  39. Dalfamurni
    Oct 1, 2014
    10
    I have been a huge fan of both the Zelda and Warriors series. I have played every Warriors game since 4, and every Zelda game, minus the CDi and a few of the newer hand held titles.

    As a fan of the Zelda series, I loved it. This title is a huge breath of fresh gameplay and story for a series that has been very sternly set in its designs. It is very different from the Zelda series,    I have been a huge fan of both the Zelda and Warriors series. I have played every Warriors game since 4, and every Zelda game, minus the CDi and a few of the newer hand held titles.

    As a fan of the Zelda series, I loved it. This title is a huge breath of fresh gameplay and story for a series that has been very sternly set in its designs. It is very different from the Zelda series, because it is a Warriors game. And it fulfills every fan desire I have had, which might not have gone over very well in a main Zelda title.

    As a fan of the Warriors series, I loved it even more. The Warriors series has always been awesome, except in a few ways. When the camera screws up, when the enemies become repetitive, when an enemy seems to vanish from sight (also sometimes due to the camera), and when the story gets repetitive between titles. This game corrects every single issue. The cameras never screw up in this title in any impacting way. You can lock onto a major target, so you never just up and lose them. While locked on, you can dodge-roll and strafe around them, making combat much more varied and enjoyable. The enemies vary from canon-fodder, to officers with faces, to giant bosses and bosses that can fly. Finally, the story is very unique, even from a Zelda series standpoint. The gameplay never feels repetitive no matter how long you play.

    TL;DR: In my opinion, based on the gameplay alone, this is the single best Warriors series title to date. And when you add in fantastic the story, which is based on Zelda but is wholly unique, it becomes my top game for this generation so far. 10/10. Only Super Smash Bros could knock this title from my "Game of the Year" choice.    … Expand
  40. briancas
    Oct 2, 2014
    10
    If you consider your self a Zelda fan and you don't own this game I don't know what to tell you :/
    everything gets a 10 on this game Graphics,gameplay,story,soundtrack
    and it dos have online. We can help others in Adventure mode, this is done with ghost data brilliant idea. and it works perfectly. this games fantastic it exceeded my expectations completely best game to have to keep you    If you consider your self a Zelda fan and you don't own this game I don't know what to tell you :/
    everything gets a 10 on this game Graphics,gameplay,story,soundtrack
    and it dos have online. We can help others in Adventure mode, this is done with ghost data brilliant idea. and it works perfectly. this games fantastic it exceeded my expectations completely best game to have to keep you busy until the next Zelda
    its definitely a contender for Game of The Year wow
    buy with confidence    … Expand
  41. Yotsuba
    Oct 2, 2014
    10
    Hyrule Warriors exceeded all expectations I had. Combat is a blast and the ever changing battlefield and objectives keep the game from ever feeling repetitive. The different characters are all fun to play as and have their own nuances, the visuals in the game are stellar and the animation is fluid, the game runs at a silky smooth 60fps.

    I can say with complete confidence that this is    Hyrule Warriors exceeded all expectations I had. Combat is a blast and the ever changing battlefield and objectives keep the game from ever feeling repetitive. The different characters are all fun to play as and have their own nuances, the visuals in the game are stellar and the animation is fluid, the game runs at a silky smooth 60fps.

    I can say with complete confidence that this is not only an interesting Zelda spin-off but the single best Dynasty Warriors game ever made hands down.    … Expand
  42. Linkruleshyrule
    Oct 3, 2014
    10
    Its even better than i expected graphics are Amazing, music is great, Gameplay is fanatastic and the DLC coming looks epic. Story mode is great a little short through. Adventure mode is fun and is where the game is at. The WII-U has hit its stride and will only get better as time goes on so jump on the bandwagon and enjoy the ride!
  43. Wisedad9
    Oct 4, 2014
    10
    Well being a fan since Zelda was first released. I have to say that I am very happy with this game. It is a real change and better than the last couple of Zelda franchise games. Link between worlds was just as upsetting as Windwaker and other junk games. It is great to see Zelda going towards something more than a joke or a running pun. It did seem a little easy to start, but with all theWell being a fan since Zelda was first released. I have to say that I am very happy with this game. It is a real change and better than the last couple of Zelda franchise games. Link between worlds was just as upsetting as Windwaker and other junk games. It is great to see Zelda going towards something more than a joke or a running pun. It did seem a little easy to start, but with all the content this game has I can still feel that classic Zelda with mission and hidden content. I was very happy with this game. I only bought a Wii-U for this game and it was a good buy.… Expand
  44. LanceLercher
    Oct 6, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hyrule Warriors is exactly what everyone who bought the game should have expected it to be and more! Hyrule Warriors is truly a Warriors game, but it is set up as though it could truly be a game within The Legend of Zelda universe. Koei Tecmo and Nintendo along with Omega Force and Team Ninja came together to create a game that should tickle the most dedicated Zelda fanboy pink. From its absolutely stunning HD visuals, repeated references and content from nearly every Zelda game to date, and surprisingly fresh--albeit short--true-to-the-franchise plot, Hyrule Warriors continues to amaze me more and more by how much it has to offer.
    The game offers up the introduction of four brand new characters to go with the numerous characters that we incorporated from Zelda games past. These characters feel quite at home within the Zelda themed world, and in fact they should with the numerous inspirations that they draw from the series. Volga, the Dragon Knight, is the very first boss that you fight in the game, and although the fight is short lived, through later encounters with him and his opening cutscenes, clear design connections to characters like Volvagia (Ocarina of Time) and Onyx (The Oracle Series) can be made with little effort. Later in the story, you encounter the Twisted Wizard Wizzro, who again has clear design connections to a recurring enemy of the Zelda series wizzrobe, and the poe collector (Ocarina of Time). The two remaining new characters although very fresh in design, very well might have also been greatly inspired from characters in The Oracle Series. Cia, the Dark Sorceress, may well have been based on Veran the Sorceress of Shadows. Lana, the White Sorceress, bears striking resemblance to Nayru from that series. Regardless of the speculations about which characters these new characters possibly resemble, it is clear that they fit perfectly within a world containing those of previous Zelda games.
    The game mechanics feel flawless in so many respects, and the fighting style feels right at home for those who have played recent main console Zelda games. Although the arsenal of secondary weapons in the game is slightly limited (not typical of any Legend of Zelda game), the powerups offered for these weapons give the player a specific time to use them to their advantage. The game does not have any puzzle mechanics in it, however it does reward exploration as is typical to the Zelda series.
    When I started the game, there wasn't a single other game that I wanted to play until I finished it, because although the characters lacked proper introductions, I immediately felt connected to them, and I wanted to see what happened to and between them. Nearly everything felt like it had a slight improvement over its classic roots.
    The game isn't overtly difficult at a normal level, but the more you scale up the difficulty, the more punished the player becomes from making decisions that aren't smart in the overall picture of the battle. The game rewards fast kills and combos that take the least amount of time for the right number and strength of enemies. In most games, the secondary modes serve as only a few hours of extra entertainment for "completionists"; however, in Hyrule Warriors, Adventure mode not only serves as a way to continue leveling up your current characters in the game with unique challenges, it also allows the unlock of 4 new characters to play, and new weapons for some of the existing characters. Once you've gotten your characters to where you want them, you can actually replay any of the story missions with any unlocked character in the game's free mode. On top of all that, the Hardcore gamer can always compete in fast paced missions in yet another scenario based mode. The game also supports local co-op for those who want to play with friends even.
    In truth, I was hoping for a traditional Zelda experience, and although I knew I wouldn't get one to begin with, I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience with the game thus far, and I hope that these teams can come together again at least as design consultants for an upcoming title in the main Legend of Zelda series. The game offers hours of potential casual and hardcore entertainment that truly is worth any Zelda or Dynasty Warriors time and effort. I look forward to all the upcoming DLC, and I hope that Nintendo is now inspired to make a Zelda game that looks as beautiful as Hyrule Warriors (and includes Lana and Cia!). As long as the player accepts what type of game they are playing, instead of complaining about what it isn't, the entertainment value will be off the charts.    … Expand
  45. Illy45
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    This game is simply Amazing. I like to consider myself a huge Legend of Zelda fan considering that my room is full of Zelda merchandise AND I played and own every single Legend of Zelda game ever made. I loved it! It is exactly what I was expecting but better. I don't understand those who are upset that this game is different from the others because it was quite obvious that it was aThis game is simply Amazing. I like to consider myself a huge Legend of Zelda fan considering that my room is full of Zelda merchandise AND I played and own every single Legend of Zelda game ever made. I loved it! It is exactly what I was expecting but better. I don't understand those who are upset that this game is different from the others because it was quite obvious that it was a Dynasty Warriors game skinned with Zelda! Nintendo didn't even develop it, Tecmo did. I never played a Dynasty Warriors game in my life but Hyrule Warriors encourages me to do so. The amount of content and playability in this game is quite insane, it can leave you here playing for an easy 100+ hours to 100% it all. I strongly recommend this game to any hack n' slash gamer and "some" Zelda fans. Hyrule Warriors is easily one of the best games Wii U has to offer up to date.… Expand
  46. orakiorob
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    This game is way better than I expected. it's filled with content and gameplay is very compelling. Zelda fanservice is great, but it's far from being the only merit here. This is the most fun I've had with my Wii U up to now.
  47. alesalazar
    Oct 17, 2014
    10
    this game is good for Zelda fan, is dinasty warriors with Zelda characters but with a story with zelda sauce, for the no fan player is very poor but the zelda fan like me love fight with link and friends, control ganondorf for first time in the saga is the best, new characters are good, te only bad is the difficult i want more hard for the true gamers, in general is good game i recommendthis game is good for Zelda fan, is dinasty warriors with Zelda characters but with a story with zelda sauce, for the no fan player is very poor but the zelda fan like me love fight with link and friends, control ganondorf for first time in the saga is the best, new characters are good, te only bad is the difficult i want more hard for the true gamers, in general is good game i recommend to all people.… Expand
  48. Bryan420187
    Oct 18, 2014
    10
    This game is amazing, seriously I am a long time Zelda fan and I absolutely love this game I literally go to work thinking about this game and come home to game it, it's some serious sh*t man lmao. But really if you like Dynasty warriors or are a hardcore Zelda fan you will love this game. The dlc thus far is definitely worth thus far as well, so far it's added a new weapon, 3 newThis game is amazing, seriously I am a long time Zelda fan and I absolutely love this game I literally go to work thinking about this game and come home to game it, it's some serious sh*t man lmao. But really if you like Dynasty warriors or are a hardcore Zelda fan you will love this game. The dlc thus far is definitely worth thus far as well, so far it's added a new weapon, 3 new characters, 1 alternate costume per character, a new adventure map, new rewards map, and tons of new features inside the adventure map. Definitely worth checking out.… Expand
  49. LoZ_Link
    Oct 24, 2014
    10
    Every Legen of Zelda fan should own this game. It is an amazing game that drowns you in nostalgia, and 100+ hours of gameplay. I would call it my game of the year, but that was recently given to Bayonetta 2.
  50. AllanM
    Nov 2, 2014
    10
    This game was much better than I expected. I could hardly put it down! I always liked Zelda, but I didn't expect to like this play style so much. There's a lot of great games out now, but I have hardly touched them because I want to spend all my spare time playing Hyrule Warriors. The gameplay is totally engaging, and very satisfying, with tons of content (and more to come). It feelsThis game was much better than I expected. I could hardly put it down! I always liked Zelda, but I didn't expect to like this play style so much. There's a lot of great games out now, but I have hardly touched them because I want to spend all my spare time playing Hyrule Warriors. The gameplay is totally engaging, and very satisfying, with tons of content (and more to come). It feels great to play as all the major Zelda characters, and I felt that the story that ties them together was actually pretty decent, as are the new characters. Pick it up, and get the DLC too!… Expand
  51. cheeseman585
    Nov 4, 2014
    10
    Hyrule Warriors is pure gold. I would argue that this game has more content, diversity of combat, and challenge than any other Zelda game in the entire franchise. The main story has a fantastic story (though fairly straightforward), but the Adventure mode is where this game truly impresses. The entire map from the original Legend of Zelda has been faithfully reproduced and each squareHyrule Warriors is pure gold. I would argue that this game has more content, diversity of combat, and challenge than any other Zelda game in the entire franchise. The main story has a fantastic story (though fairly straightforward), but the Adventure mode is where this game truly impresses. The entire map from the original Legend of Zelda has been faithfully reproduced and each square represents a new challenge, while every secret bush to burn and wall to break reveals more powerups for your warriors. The rupees actually matter, and you have to intricately understand how the combat mechanics work if you want A ranks.

    I haven't even talked about how amazing the DLC and updates are yet. Three new characters for free? Check. A $7 DLC that DOUBLES the content in the game? You betcha! I've played this game for well over *100 hours*, and I still have dozens of missions left that each challenge me to develop my skills. There is no contest. This is absolutely one of the best games for the Wii U, and one of the best games in the Zelda franchise.    … Expand
  52. ArtEmonGuy_UA
    Nov 20, 2014
    10
    cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool lol )
  53. Posidonson
    Dec 13, 2014
    10
    This game is a great new take on a beloved world. While this isn't the puzzle solving, dungeon crawling Zelda we know and love. It takes that world and makes you a hyper powerful warrior using the weapons and items you love in all new ways to take out your enemies. This collaborations has done an amazing thing to Zelda and really gives a Fan Service you rarely see from outside companies.This game is a great new take on a beloved world. While this isn't the puzzle solving, dungeon crawling Zelda we know and love. It takes that world and makes you a hyper powerful warrior using the weapons and items you love in all new ways to take out your enemies. This collaborations has done an amazing thing to Zelda and really gives a Fan Service you rarely see from outside companies. They took all the things we love from Zelda and blew it up in a new way. I found this to be a fun and thrilling way to see Zelda played out. I have been a fan of the Dynasty series for a long time and while not everyone will enjoy it. I believe for the type of game and the fan-service done here is amazing.
    Try it out.    … Expand
  54. HolyGRUNTY101
    Mar 15, 2015
    10
    There's just so much you can do, it can almost be intimidating! The replayability is extremely high, there's hundreds upon hundreds of hours of stuff to do, lots of characters, tons of costumes to unlock, significantly awesome free DLC (alongside amazing paid DLC). If you like The Legend of Zelda, and the Dynasty Warriors series, you MUST play this game. Nothing beats stomping around as Ganon!
  55. larrycom
    Apr 18, 2015
    10
    gran gran gran juego, me lo pase 2 meses jugando este juego, aka te dejas de sonseras y te vas de frente a acabar a todos los bichos por docenas... juegas con todos los personajes, suben niveles, consigues mas armas y se pueden ir mejorando... la historia es muy buena, juegas hasta con el villano, y los extras hacen el juego muy pero muy prolongado. te pasaras semanas jugandolo... RECOMENDADO
  56. saltyfries
    May 15, 2015
    10
    This is the most underrated, surprisingly good game I have ever played! It sucks because I'm biased about this, I love Dynasty Warriors, I love Zelda, yet when I heard about this crossover, I was skeptical I thought it would be barebones stupid little spinoff to cash in on the WiiU, boy was I wrong in the best way!

    The music is awesome, the gameplay addicting, the fanservice is THE    This is the most underrated, surprisingly good game I have ever played! It sucks because I'm biased about this, I love Dynasty Warriors, I love Zelda, yet when I heard about this crossover, I was skeptical I thought it would be barebones stupid little spinoff to cash in on the WiiU, boy was I wrong in the best way!

    The music is awesome, the gameplay addicting, the fanservice is THE GOOD KIND (not boob shots perverts :P) and it brings back so many good memories.

    The story is campy, that's the best way to describe it, it will make you laugh awkwardly, especially the villain Cia. The only reason she became evil was because she had the hots for Link, which is HILARIOUS!

    I loved everything about this game, what's unfortunate is after I beat it, I haven't played it since and I'm not sure why, there's plenty of content in addition to the main campaign, and the DLC is appropriate, worth it, and not needed to finish the game properly! I LOVE IT!

    A MUST BUY for Dynasty Warriors and Zelda fans alike!    … Expand
  57. metaruisu
    Dec 10, 2015
    10
    Este juego es épico, no tiene nombre. Nunca pensé que podría utilizar en campo a tantos personajes. El poder utilizarlos en plena batalla es algo que difícilmente puedes describir. Es extraordinario.
  58. el_Ithur
    Jul 31, 2016
    10
    De los mejores juegos de la consola. Requiere cierto conocimiento del universo de Zelda para poder emocionarse, pero el juego entrega muchas horas de entretención. Todos los DLC son casi obligatorios de adquirir para ver un juego terminado.
  59. pitchy
    Aug 1, 2016
    10
    One of my fave games on the Wii U. For me, this was always going to be a sure winner due to the use of the Dynasty Warriros mechanics etc but with the use of the Zelda franchise has made this a very unique offering for those who get to play. For thoese not in the know, imagine Legends of Zelda as a hack n slash then you've got the idea of what to expect!
    There are a lot of Zelda    One of my fave games on the Wii U. For me, this was always going to be a sure winner due to the use of the Dynasty Warriros mechanics etc but with the use of the Zelda franchise has made this a very unique offering for those who get to play. For thoese not in the know, imagine Legends of Zelda as a hack n slash then you've got the idea of what to expect!
    There are a lot of Zelda characters to play as (from the good side or the bad side) plenty of unlockable weapons, character upgrades etc and plenty of further gameplay via DLC. One of my favourite touches is the co-op play on all modes of the game (one uses the TV, the other plays on gamepad). My partner and I can play this into the late hours of night and generally such 'fighting' games are not her cup of tea! We have been slowly leveling up the characters and have about 4 above level 100. Its a great twist to need to upgrade all characters evenly to ensure certain levels are possible to complete where certain challenges are locked to say Link only (although player 2 may use whoever they wish)
    Sure, the gameplay may get a bit repetitive and ultimately, its just about unlocking more stuff as you go through...but we are still playing this game two years on and have found the game to have a very strong replay value to it. Worth a go!    … Expand
  60. Pakon
    Jun 16, 2018
    10
    Zelda-themed Hack and Slash. It works perfect! Lots of hours to play and a high rate of replayability. Highly recommended especially for Zelda fans.
  61. HH13thGhOsT
    Sep 26, 2014
    9
    PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU RATE!!!

    First off, as said in other reviews, DO NOT look at this as a Zelda title, it is a Zelda inspired "Warriors" game. For those idiots scoring this game a 0, I don't think you understand what that means. Dynasty Warriors, Samurai Warriors, Warriors Orochi, all these games are the same game with different scenarios and characters... this is another version,    PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU RATE!!!

    First off, as said in other reviews, DO NOT look at this as a Zelda title, it is a Zelda inspired "Warriors" game. For those idiots scoring this game a 0, I don't think you understand what that means. Dynasty Warriors, Samurai Warriors, Warriors Orochi, all these games are the same game with different scenarios and characters... this is another version, and it is DEFINITELY NOT a bad thing!

    The series is all about one thing, HACK AND SLASH! I thoroughly enjoy attempting to clear the entire board if possible, leveling characters to utterly destroy everyone, creating powerful weapons, and going MUSU on people's ass! I have played most of the dynasty warriors series in all generations, and know what I am getting out of the game, and that's why I buy them. Recently purchased Dynasty Warriors 8 Complete Edition on PS4, great game! Same game as others, with multiple tweaks...kind of like call of duty has been the same game since Modern Warfare with different weapons and a few tweaks, SAME CONCEPT!

    The game play is fun, fast, and chaotic like you would expect from a "warriors" series. As a Zelda fan, I look forward to playing as Gannon, Zelda, Ipa, and many others. This game does one thing better than the others... BOSS CHARACTERS! Finding fairy caves to help out and attacking giant bosses is something the Dynasty Warriors series does not have. Also, to be able to play on the Gamepad, and have a friend play on the T.V. in the same "arena", makes it a blast! Great Co-Op. Also I just wanted to play as Link with the Master Sword originally, but all the different weapons and styles and characters really diversify the experience! Absolutely enjoy this thoroughly!

    So if you see the case with Link on the cover and go, Oh a new Zelda game, I expect you to dislike this. If you are a gamer, you have probably been anticipating this and understand what you are getting when you purchase this. Enjoy a new experience and wonderful collaboration of one of my favorite childhood games, and the mindless button mashing heck-tic beat down style of the Warriors series!    … Expand
  62. MiOdd
    Jul 24, 2015
    9
    Hyrule Warriors was a surprise hit for me. I mainly bought it out of curiosity, just because I am a Zelda fan. I expected some fun hack and slash action that I would play in short spurts. I did not expect to become immediately addicted to the game. My wife, who doesn't play action games at all, also became enamored with the game. We played through the entire campaign on co-op and neverHyrule Warriors was a surprise hit for me. I mainly bought it out of curiosity, just because I am a Zelda fan. I expected some fun hack and slash action that I would play in short spurts. I did not expect to become immediately addicted to the game. My wife, who doesn't play action games at all, also became enamored with the game. We played through the entire campaign on co-op and never lost interest. I thought the game was unique, I've never played anything like it but that's probably because I've never played a Dynasty Warriors game before.

    We only started to lose interest after exploring the Adventure Map Mode because we felt it required too much level grinding to complete. The Story Mode can be beaten without the need for grinding and we were both satisfied with just that portion of the game. I'm still slowly making my way through the Adventure Map alone, it's nice to have the extra content but playing through the Story Mode with my wife (a causal gamer) was an absolute blast.    … Expand
  63. Mikau94
    Oct 25, 2014
    9
    Hyrule Warriors isn’t your typical Zelda game but it fantastic fun for none-the-less. The game removes the dungeon crawling and puzzles in favor of real time strategy battles between two or more warring parties. The game plays like any other game in the Warriors franchise but it still stay true to its Zelda roots. In each “scenario” the player can choose from a variety of playableHyrule Warriors isn’t your typical Zelda game but it fantastic fun for none-the-less. The game removes the dungeon crawling and puzzles in favor of real time strategy battles between two or more warring parties. The game plays like any other game in the Warriors franchise but it still stay true to its Zelda roots. In each “scenario” the player can choose from a variety of playable characters (many familiar faces but a few new ones as well) and you will play on iconic Zelda locations from multiple games.

    In each battle you play as a one-man army who takes on thousands of enemy soldiers in order to wipe out the enemy army or keep them from advancing. You will play as an overpowered character but the sheer number of enemies keeps the game from getting too easy. The main quest or “Legends mode” will probably last 8-12 hours depending on which difficulty you choose and if you are playing single or multiplayer. There is also a challenge mode as well as Adventure mode where you make your way across the map from the original Legend of Zelda completing all sorts of challenges. The combat here is the same as the main game but you can earn a ton of extra weapons and upgrades by doing well in each level. Adventure mode has a huge variety of difficulties and all sorts of different challenges; I’ve been playing Adventure mode for 10 hours now and I still have a ton to do. There is also an awesome system for getting new combos, better defense, creating/upgrading weapons and leveling up low level characters using rupees you find in the game. The game keeps this balanced by not allowing you to level up any character to a rank that is higher than your highest level character.

    The game looks good on the Wii U but its graphics suffer when you play using the screen on the gamepad. If you are playing with 2 people, one person will have to use the gamepad while the other uses a Wiimote and Nunchuck or Wii U Pro Controllers (Sorry, no classic controllers). I rarely had issues with lag or framerate drops co-op like others have mentioned. The music is excellent! Most of the time the score consists of revamped music from the main Zelda series and it fits the game really well. The game has 3 difficulty levels right from the start which do a good job of making the game enjoyable for everyone. Upon complete Legends mode a harder difficulty will be added. The game controls well and everything responds the way you expect it to.

    My main concern with Hyrule Warriors is the fairly easy and overused bosses and the gameplay which can get repetitive. There was also a $20 day one DLC pack. Even if you buy the DLC you will get it periodically instead of all at once. While this does increase the longevity of the game, day one DLC just turns me off. There was also a $8 Master Quest DLC but you get it all at once and it gives you some new story level and gives you whole new adventure mode map.

    This is a must have for Wii U owners especially if you are a Zelda fan.    … Expand
  64. Emme
    Nov 3, 2014
    9
    Its true, gfx could be better, but in two player coop, its great. Adventure mode is fantastic and the whole package is totally addictive and fun ! Loads of content and new stuff coming until Feb 2015 !!
    Its got the right level of complexity to allow for quick half hour games as well as playing hours on end.
  65. Undeadbobop
    Oct 5, 2014
    9
    Its the best zelda/dynasty warriors game in a very very long time, it is a breath full of fresh air on both fronts in different ways. If you are a zelda fan the gameplay is, if you are a dynasty warriors fan level progression, more RPG elements, and story.

    It is a breathe of fresh air for games series that have been milked to death with very little changes. Normally I don't like Zelda    Its the best zelda/dynasty warriors game in a very very long time, it is a breath full of fresh air on both fronts in different ways. If you are a zelda fan the gameplay is, if you are a dynasty warriors fan level progression, more RPG elements, and story.

    It is a breathe of fresh air for games series that have been milked to death with very little changes. Normally I don't like Zelda games, normally I don't like warrior games, but this one is a shiny pinnacle of both.    … Expand
  66. paynekiller921
    Sep 27, 2014
    9
    So here's the deal. I've never played a dynasty warriors game, and was anxious about whether or not it would ruin the Zelda universe. I quickly found it was quite the opposite! This game is a ton of fun. Nonstop action that just keeps getting more fun as the stakes raise. However, I highly recommend playing this game on the hard difficulty as the normal difficulty is simply to easy. It isSo here's the deal. I've never played a dynasty warriors game, and was anxious about whether or not it would ruin the Zelda universe. I quickly found it was quite the opposite! This game is a ton of fun. Nonstop action that just keeps getting more fun as the stakes raise. However, I highly recommend playing this game on the hard difficulty as the normal difficulty is simply to easy. It is rare for games to suck in as many hours as this one has without me even knowing it. There are only two complaints I have about this game that keep it from getting a perfect ten. 1. A catalog that explain each combo fo reach character would be nice, as some are a little confusing as to what their effects are. Second, the co-op framerate is pretty spotty at times. And while I appreciate trying to create a game without splitscreen, the game pad just doesnt have a good enough screen to handle the high intensity action at times. But it does the job. Just barely. Split screen would have made the game more enjoyable. Other than that, this game is the most fun I've had on the Wii U sense Mario Kart, but in a totally different sense because it is a ton of fun to play alone. Get this game and try your chops at being an unstoppable force for the good of Hyrule!… Expand
  67. Pokemonsilph
    Sep 30, 2014
    9
    I'm going to be BRUTALLY HONEST, I was in no way excited for this game since its announcement back in December of 2013. About a week or so ago, Polygon reviewed the game with a 5.5 score, so that hurt my expectations so much more than before. I was pretty much going to avoid the game, so I wouldn't make a purchase I would regret. But. After I had already dismissed the game, after seeingI'm going to be BRUTALLY HONEST, I was in no way excited for this game since its announcement back in December of 2013. About a week or so ago, Polygon reviewed the game with a 5.5 score, so that hurt my expectations so much more than before. I was pretty much going to avoid the game, so I wouldn't make a purchase I would regret. But. After I had already dismissed the game, after seeing trailer of gameplay, story, etc. I decided to buy it, because it was staring me in the eye at the store. (I really bought it because I needed something to play over the weekend) As soon as I got home, I played it. And. I. LOVED IT! (Keep in mind that this was the first Musuo game I had ever played, and I came in with NO knowledge of this series' gameplay/story) First of all, the game looks "Alright". Not AMAZING, but not distracting either. Second, the gameplay looks boring and EXTREMELY repetitive in trailers, but you HAVE to play to understand how the gameplay feels. I found myself WANTING to capture all of the keeps and outposts to see what would happen (keep in mind that I'm not the biggest fan of repetitive games).
    The bosses are okay, most of the big bosses don't resemble their official Zelda counterparts, and they are relatively easy (unless your on the hardest mode in the game, in which you mine as well be trying to cut a diamond with bubble wrap). There are around 15 main story missions in this game, each of which can last anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour. (only around 9 of them aren't used more than once). Adventure Mode is another mode in this game besides Story Mode, and it is really nice. It is fleshed out nicely, and can add a huge amount of content for completionists out there. There is also Free Mode which allows you to play each level with any unlocked character, and is more multiplayer friendly. (Speaking of multiplayer, this game's multiplayer, honestly, is just "okay". It lags in multiplayer mode, and the second/first player is pretty much forced to use the gamepad as a second screen. Also, one thing, IT NEEDED ONLINE MULTIPLAYERRRR... imagine this game with a mode where you could play AGAINST people in an online match where you had ACTUAL smart REAL people with powerful, leveled characters. That would have been awesome!) There is also Challenge Mode, but it feels more like a complete afterthought, to be honest. I played the first level of it, and it felt very "meh". Last but not least, there is the Bazaar and the Gallery. The Bazaar lets you craft badges to up your defensive, attack, and assist bonuses; level up your characters; create potions; and combine weapons without abilities with weapons that do. The Gallery is where Gold Skulltulas and illustrations come in. Collecting Gold Skulltulas in each level unlocks a new illustration piece, and after enough, it upgrades the Bazaar. (Verdict:) I was expecting a low class, repetitive beat-em-up/hack-n-slash game, but what I got was a fun experience that I can play for a long time. 9/10 :D    … Expand
  68. Jackenbu
    Mar 6, 2015
    9
    This game combines elements of strategy, actiony combat, and Zelda collectables. For those familiar with the Dynasty Warriors series, the feel will be familiar, and for those familiar with the Zelda games, the atmosphere will be. Don't buy this looking for a traditional Zelda game, it is very much action/hack-and-slash focused. There is tons of content here and hours of fun if you can getThis game combines elements of strategy, actiony combat, and Zelda collectables. For those familiar with the Dynasty Warriors series, the feel will be familiar, and for those familiar with the Zelda games, the atmosphere will be. Don't buy this looking for a traditional Zelda game, it is very much action/hack-and-slash focused. There is tons of content here and hours of fun if you can get into the combat. This is a great game for what it is, but definitely one you will want to try before buying if you are not familiar with Dynasty Warriors already.… Expand
  69. Xiang
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    This game is immensely fun and exactly what you would expect from a Dynasty Warriors/Zelda crossover. Most of the criticism I've seen focus on all of the elements that make Dynasty Warriors games so great. It's the definition of hack-n-slash and it delivers on that. If you don't like DW, you won't like this; if you like DW, then you'll love this. It's that simple.

    I initially thought    This game is immensely fun and exactly what you would expect from a Dynasty Warriors/Zelda crossover. Most of the criticism I've seen focus on all of the elements that make Dynasty Warriors games so great. It's the definition of hack-n-slash and it delivers on that. If you don't like DW, you won't like this; if you like DW, then you'll love this. It's that simple.

    I initially thought the game would be lacking in characters/weapons/content because DW games tend to have a lot of characters and such, but I was pleasantly surprised to find that this was not the case and that there is plenty to do (plus DLCs on the way).

    The only reason I can't give this game a perfect 10 is because there are some obvious rough edges. The targeting system is very flukie, and because of how specials work there are times where you get some glitchy outcomes. Using the hookshot on bosses, for instance, causes some weird pushback issues, and one time when fighting The Imprisoned, his toes glitched and I couldn't hit them, making completion of the level impossible. Same logic applies to dodges and blocks: There are a lot of times when you're on the receiving end of some ghost hits.

    Also, as much as I like what they did with Adventure Mode, I'm not entirely sold on how they placed the treasures throughout the levels. Some characters have treasures in levels that are quite awkward for that particular character. I'm all for things being challenging, but I still like things to feel fluid and consistent with the character I'm playing. And, it would've been nice to have been able to get weapons earlier. (The only exception is Link, who has a ton of variety with his weapons, so you get plenty early.)

    Overall, though, these things are minor grievances and hardly make an impact on my impression of the game. Very satisfied and excited for the DLCs!    … Expand
  70. guitarguy001
    Oct 26, 2014
    9
    This is one of those games where you turn you're brain off and just wanna have fun, and this game is extremely fun. To those who enjoy Dynasty Warriors, you're gonna feel right at home with this game and you probably love it.

    The visuals are beautiful. The score is amazing and is one of the better scores of 2014, right up there with Chrono Phantasma and even Bravely Default. The    This is one of those games where you turn you're brain off and just wanna have fun, and this game is extremely fun. To those who enjoy Dynasty Warriors, you're gonna feel right at home with this game and you probably love it.

    The visuals are beautiful. The score is amazing and is one of the better scores of 2014, right up there with Chrono Phantasma and even Bravely Default. The gameplay is extremely fun; having the ability to hack at enemies with your favorite Zelda characters is never a bad thing. The worlds are beautiful and massive and can set you off to explore what it has. At higher difficulties, this game is very hard and challenging and that's always good. The story is surprisingly good. It's not as deep as the Zelda games, but it is pretty good as a standalone title.

    However this game has a few issues. While Co-op is very fun, the slowdown is very frequent and can disrupt your game. The camera is very wonky and can give a poor view on where you are if you are surrounded by enemies. If you play this game on easy, you will mow right through everything and everyone and it can get very repetitive.

    This game is a celebration of The Legend of Zelda franchise and if you are a fan of said series, you will have a crap ton of fun with this game. I recommend it if you are a die hard Zelda and Dynasty Warriors fan.    … Expand
  71. DishonestO
    Sep 27, 2014
    9
    Knowing what it was going in, I am definitely happy with my purchase. It was a good thing that the game was never advertised as Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, but just Hyrule Warriors with plenty of videos showcasing exactly what the game was for those of us who noticed it.

    And for what it was and what I expected, it does its job perfectly well. Great music, great nostalgia and    Knowing what it was going in, I am definitely happy with my purchase. It was a good thing that the game was never advertised as Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, but just Hyrule Warriors with plenty of videos showcasing exactly what the game was for those of us who noticed it.

    And for what it was and what I expected, it does its job perfectly well. Great music, great nostalgia and fanservice (there's something very fulfilling to run around as all these known characters from the series and play with them for the first time), and just a generally "ok" story in Legend Mode to keep you engaged for ten or so hours until you hit the almost intimidating amounts of content buried away in Adventure Mode.

    If nothing else, the overwhelming amount of content in the base game (even more coming in DLC later this and next year) is arguably worthy of purchase as it just gives you a lot of bang for your buck. Of course, there's the obvious possibility of getting bored but, at least for me, the wide array of characters who all play distinctly from one another, really lets the game keep its legs of interest for longer.    … Expand
  72. NDeBus
    Sep 26, 2014
    9
    This game is great. It's a lot of fun playing with the many different characters and playing on stages with graphics that looked like they were plucked out of the Zelda games themselves. It's fun to be able to use characters that I may (or may not) have wanted to play with in previous entries of the Zelda series such as Midna and Agatha. The adventure mode is also a lot of fun with all theThis game is great. It's a lot of fun playing with the many different characters and playing on stages with graphics that looked like they were plucked out of the Zelda games themselves. It's fun to be able to use characters that I may (or may not) have wanted to play with in previous entries of the Zelda series such as Midna and Agatha. The adventure mode is also a lot of fun with all the challenges as you go around the original map of the NES Legend of Zelda. However, don't let the visuals of the game fool you into thinking it's another Zelda title, because it is far from it.

    This game is much more like a Dynasty Warrior game rather than a Zelda game because there are no dungeon, no overworld map to explore, and to real puzzles to be solved. This game is a Hack and Slash that is filled with going around trying to kill as many enemies as you can with constantly changing objectives and usually trying to take over the board by taking control of keeps.

    If you are looking for a Zelda-esque game, you are looking at the wrong game. However, if you think you may be into what this game has to offer, I believe it earns a spot on the must have games for Wii U owners.    … Expand
  73. hobnob_
    Sep 30, 2014
    9
    For years I have watched Link take on one enemy at a time. Now I get to see him obliterate entire armies in the blink of an eye. That alone is reason enough to enjoy this game, and yet this is the game that keeps on giving. Not much needs to be said about the mechanics of the game: it is standard musou. However, the sheer wealth of content (with more on the way with DLC claiming to haveFor years I have watched Link take on one enemy at a time. Now I get to see him obliterate entire armies in the blink of an eye. That alone is reason enough to enjoy this game, and yet this is the game that keeps on giving. Not much needs to be said about the mechanics of the game: it is standard musou. However, the sheer wealth of content (with more on the way with DLC claiming to have entire new adventure maps for Adventure Mode) keeps the game novel even if the gameplay is not. This is fan service as it should be done. Watching Ganondorf open up a chest and pull out a heart piece feels so right while being so wrong. It's brilliant.

    Sadly, the game is not perfect. The rarity of certain items needed to craft the rarer badges does not serve as a solution to repetition, and it can cause the game to drag on and on. You could just play it through once and be done with it, but the completionist is punished with potentially days of grinding. This is a problem. The option should exist to buy items to speed up finishing certain badges. At least that way, if you repeat a level and the boss does not drop the gold-tier item as needed, you can take the money you made from the level and buy it.

    Maybe in an update.    … Expand
  74. kylencara
    Sep 27, 2014
    9
    This game is the best hack and slash I've played and it is worth picking up if you already own a Wii U. The combos are surprisingly satisfying to execute and the customization options are endless.
  75. Alexiace
    Dec 10, 2014
    9
    THIS IS NOT A TRADITIONAL ZELDA GAME! However, if you like fast paced action and massive light explosions everywhere, this is definitely a game for you. Every singly character feels unique and everything seems to make a reference to other zelda games. For what it is this game is very good and lots of fun, but i suggest that this game is looked into before purchase.
  76. ClMick
    Sep 29, 2014
    9
    This game hasn't had the best reviews in the popular media, yet whenever I read or watch a review, they almost apologetically say 'But I enjoy the game, I very much do.' And that's how I feel about it.

    I've never played a Warriors game before, I must say, but I am a fan of Zelda. To me that means this game feels fresh, a new turn, a cool spinoff to the Zelda series. It's action packed,    This game hasn't had the best reviews in the popular media, yet whenever I read or watch a review, they almost apologetically say 'But I enjoy the game, I very much do.' And that's how I feel about it.

    I've never played a Warriors game before, I must say, but I am a fan of Zelda. To me that means this game feels fresh, a new turn, a cool spinoff to the Zelda series. It's action packed, the characters look great, the moves are cool, the challenges keep you busy, off screen multiplayer is fun and I've barely even dug into Adventure mode.

    The game makes your adrenaline pump though, it's so action packed that there's never a dull moment. New items, new bosses and new missions keep popping up. When you finish a scenario, generally you want to play it again, possible in local co op, to explore more of the map and of the excellent 3d versions of familiar Zelda locations.

    The music is something special. Some tunes are familiar, some much less and some not at all but they all fit the action perfectly and keep you on your toes. I like it so much that everytime I start playing after a few minutes I start thinking that I need to turn the volume up.

    Now I decided, even as a Warriors noob, to start immediatly on hard difficulty and the game is definitely not a walk in the park on that level. The campaign, Legend, supposedly takes ten hours but I'm sure I've already spent double on it and there's still a lot left.

    Combined with the fact that you can play as so many classic Zelda characters and the fact that their is reasonably priced DLC coming out (more like a season pass for 4 DLC packs) and you got a game that you could really lose a lot of hours in. (DLC includes new scenarios, characters, weapons, costumes etc.)

    Of course there are negatives. Sometimes it's sloppy, like when you replay a certain scenario with a different character, yet in the cutscene the main character is talking. The resolution goes down on screen with local co op, but not too drastically. And Link could probably have done without the earrings ...

    All in all, there's so much content in this, so many collectibles, such an experimental formula for one of those games that became bigger that it's name that I can't but say that this is a solid old school Nintendo Quality Seal release. It's not perfect, it's Warrions but it's addictive and tons of fun.

    Recommended, not just for Zelda and/or Warrior fans but for everyone who likes good games.    … Expand
  77. kooltrex
    Mar 22, 2015
    9
    Really impressed by this game! I thought it would be just another boring dynasty warriors game with zelda skin, but I was proven wrong the second I played this game! This game is a ton of fun. Nonstop action that just keeps getting more fun as the stakes raise. Tons of zelda fanservice and changes what I dont like about dynasty warriors! A must buy for any zelda fan in my opinion!
  78. gabzjmm23
    Sep 28, 2014
    9
    this is my first time to play a dynasty warrior game. saw it a few times but didn't bought it. it is really fun to play this game with Zelda characters. It really depends on the gamers who wanted this type of genre. but for met it is already a good deal. When you pre-order it, it comes along with the Ganondorf costume DLC for free.
  79. DIGIK05
    Sep 27, 2014
    9
    Great game! Fun and addictive. It's not a typical the legend of zelda game so play it with that in mind. If you have a wii u get it, it is awesome.
    Good:
    -Gameplay
    -Soundtrack
    -Customization Options
    -Variety of modes (and more are coming)

    Bad:
    -Lags sometimes
  80. Shredon
    Sep 27, 2014
    9
    This game is amazing. The combat is fun and fluid, the camera functions nicely, the music is awesome, and the battles feel like there is a lot going on. There is plenty to unlock, and overall quite worth the $60 price tag. My only gripe with the game is that many enemies with a weakness use their abilities that reveal their vulnerability randomly, meaning if you are unlucky it can getThis game is amazing. The combat is fun and fluid, the camera functions nicely, the music is awesome, and the battles feel like there is a lot going on. There is plenty to unlock, and overall quite worth the $60 price tag. My only gripe with the game is that many enemies with a weakness use their abilities that reveal their vulnerability randomly, meaning if you are unlucky it can get frustrating at times. That and a lack of online coop is the only thing stopping me from giving this game a 10.… Expand
  81. MegaNinja
    Sep 28, 2014
    9
    The game is not perfect, but it is so much fun (both alone and with friends). The music is amazing, and the visuals are stunning. If you own a Wii U, it is definitely worth a buy :D
  82. ningfesty
    Sep 29, 2014
    9
    The combat is excellent, and the story is surprisingly enjoyable. It's nothing mind-boggling, but it certainly is much more interesting than I anticipated. This is nothing like a Zelda game, as it is completely based off of the Dynasty Warriors series, but the game is still excellent nonetheless. Hyrule Warriors is a breathe of fresh air in today's gaming industry.
  83. henderson390
    Oct 1, 2014
    9
    25 hours in.

    As this is a positive review, I'm not going to say much you haven't read in negative reviews. However let me address some of the negative critiques: -Not up to the standard of a Zelda game.... It's a Dynasty warriors game, don't buy this thinking you're playing a new Zelda game. Gameplay is radically different. -The game is too easy. Very subjective point of view,    25 hours in.

    As this is a positive review, I'm not going to say much you haven't read in negative reviews. However let me address some of the negative critiques:

    -Not up to the standard of a Zelda game.... It's a Dynasty warriors game, don't buy this thinking you're playing a new Zelda game. Gameplay is radically different.

    -The game is too easy. Very subjective point of view, what difficulty did you play it on? Are you just talking about legend mode? Challenge mode is pretty crazy. Same thing with some of the adventure maps if you want an A rating and are going for completion. Don't think I would use the word easy...

    -No tutorial. There is amanual accessible through the home button. There is an in game manual as well before every map selection.

    -Monotonous. If you're a see-it all, collect-it-all kind of player than there is plenty of reason to enjoy the grind. Lots of upgradeable stats and materials. You just have to dig a little for it. If getting and using new combos is your thing then Hyrule warriors is for you. If your idea of monotony is killing 1000s of enemies, and fulfilling the same mission objective again and again then yeah this game is not for you. Personally I love a good old school JRPG, so this game hardly gets monotonous. This game is very deep, with 3 legitimately different game modes. Control mechanics also differ between characters, some are looser and faster, some are sticky and damage makers. Distance/ attack range also differs between characters.

    As a Zelda fan you couldn't ask for better fan service. Its incredible. But if you wanted a bona fide Zelda game, wait another year or two.    … Expand
  84. patrickres9
    Jul 10, 2015
    9
    A review from someone who's never played Dynasty Warriors games.

    This game is amazing. You have to understand that it's more of an action game then an exploration type Zelda game. It's not a Zelda game at all, really. It's a fan service to Nintendo fans from the makers of Dynasty Warriors. Basically, you have 2 very important modes. The "story" mode and an "adventure" mode which    A review from someone who's never played Dynasty Warriors games.

    This game is amazing. You have to understand that it's more of an action game then an exploration type Zelda game. It's not a Zelda game at all, really. It's a fan service to Nintendo fans from the makers of Dynasty Warriors.

    Basically, you have 2 very important modes. The "story" mode and an "adventure" mode which consists of a maps loaded with levels that follow the layout of the original Zelda game, unlocking content as you beat these maps. The gameplay has you playing as various Zelda characters, using huge moves to wipe out massive hordes of monsters. You have capture points that you're trying to take over as you go. The gameplay is fun, though it can be a bit "mindless" (it does require some strategy and thought). Eventually you're trying to overwhelm the enemy and kill the map boss.

    Sound simple? It is pretty straight forward. Why is this game so amazing then? It's polished, very fun to play, but most importantly, the ENDLESS unlockables! Each character levels up to 255, they all have varied weapons, there's a loot system, a badge system which is a bit like a skill system, potion making, and all kinds of fun RPG type elements. There are costumes to unlock, heart containers to gather, skulltulas to kill, and on and on. I don't know that I've ever seen this much content jammed into a game.
    I'm about 75 hours in, and I'm not even 25% into unlocking all the content.

    When you want to relax to some relatively mindless gameplay, and still have a deep "reward" mechanism with unlockables, this game is fantastic. Perfect after a long day at the office.    … Expand
  85. Garbonzai
    Oct 11, 2014
    9
    Wonderfully done! This game does an amazing job of pulling the world of The Legend of Zelda into the dynasty warriors series. The newly created story is exciting as are the new characters that they made. There are plenty of nice features they added from the LoZ series such as the implementation of cuccos, bombs, skultulas, and all the hidden heart pieces.

    The gameplay can be repetitive    Wonderfully done! This game does an amazing job of pulling the world of The Legend of Zelda into the dynasty warriors series. The newly created story is exciting as are the new characters that they made. There are plenty of nice features they added from the LoZ series such as the implementation of cuccos, bombs, skultulas, and all the hidden heart pieces.

    The gameplay can be repetitive but there are so many things to do and unlock that the repetitiveness isn't even bothersome. There is a wide variety of characters and weapons to use and the game does a nice job forcing you to play with certain people so that things gets switched up. The difficulty ranges from extremely easy to very difficult which is great since its good for beginners and veterans that want a challenge.

    As with all games of the Legend of Zelda series the music is great! The visuals are spectacular and the overall feel of the game is pleasant and smooth. There are frame rate drops when the screen gets really cluttered but it doesn't stagger, just slows down.

    If you're a Warriors fan then definitely check it out. If you're a Zelda fan expecting another Zelda game then check it out you might like the refreshing new style. If you don`t like the repetitive nature of Warriors games then you will not like this.

    I just can't wait for them to do this with the Fire Emblem series now!    … Expand
  86. opendoorsnow
    Oct 11, 2014
    9
    I'm just going to start out by saying that I've never heard of Dynasty Warriors before this game. I love Zelda games. I've grown up with Zelda, and I still love the games. This game isn't a normal Zelda game, with dungeons and a thought-provoking plot. This is just a ton of dumb fun. The "Legend Mode" has a fan service-y story, that lasted for about 10 hours. Then there's "Adventure Mode."I'm just going to start out by saying that I've never heard of Dynasty Warriors before this game. I love Zelda games. I've grown up with Zelda, and I still love the games. This game isn't a normal Zelda game, with dungeons and a thought-provoking plot. This is just a ton of dumb fun. The "Legend Mode" has a fan service-y story, that lasted for about 10 hours. Then there's "Adventure Mode." This will be where you spend most of your time, with hundreds of unlockables, like gold skulltulas, heart pieces, characters, weapons, etc.

    I bought this game the day it came out where I live, September 26, and I've been playing it everyday for 1-10 hours each day. I think this game is great, and will keep you hooked. I loved this as an introduction to Dynasty Warriors, and as a Zelda spin-off to hold off my Zelda love until a true Zelda game comes next year.

    Thank you Nintendo and Koei Tecmo for making this game happen.    … Expand
  87. Mewzhong
    Oct 22, 2014
    9
    Overall quite a decent game.I am not a great zelda fan (totally has no attach to link's character or zelda's at all) except for Midna but i did enjoy the game. The skills or combos requires timing as some of them has delay in casting or launching. Planning each move accordingly to the situation (morale of enemy, numbers of enemy on screen) is crucial. Overall battles are hard in terms ofOverall quite a decent game.I am not a great zelda fan (totally has no attach to link's character or zelda's at all) except for Midna but i did enjoy the game. The skills or combos requires timing as some of them has delay in casting or launching. Planning each move accordingly to the situation (morale of enemy, numbers of enemy on screen) is crucial. Overall battles are hard in terms of strategy and conquering forts. You have to keep your priorities right in order to win the battles.Decide which fort to save as all 3 of your hyrule captains are screaming for help is quite challenging. You need to plan accordingly to the distance between the flailing captain, the location of the fort and the location of the enemies' forts. However, i still enjoy more on killing every available enemies on screen. Gives you great satisfaction. XD. Each character has great potential and it is fun to level up them especially my favorites. However the frame rate suffers a lot which tolls away the fun of the game a little. Camera angles are weird during focusing. The camera wont be fixed on the monster you targeted and also won't adjust itself during changing in the direction of skills.That doesn't affect the gameplay very much, just that sometimes I can't see the cute dekus as they bullet seed monsters to their doom.By the way, I am very glad that they gave Cia, Wizzro and Volga as an update instead of DLC. *Cia is soooo op i love heeerrrr*… Expand
  88. solarsaturn9
    Oct 24, 2014
    9
    This game is addictive and has a ridiculous amount of replay value. However, this game has it's fair share of problems. The locales get a little old after a while. I wish they would have designed each battlefield in different color schemes at different times of day for Adventure mode. This way they could have paired different skyboxes with different battlefield color schemes to at leastThis game is addictive and has a ridiculous amount of replay value. However, this game has it's fair share of problems. The locales get a little old after a while. I wish they would have designed each battlefield in different color schemes at different times of day for Adventure mode. This way they could have paired different skyboxes with different battlefield color schemes to at least make some locales feel new. Some of the grunts and captains in adventure mode get old as well. If they would have added new races for those such as Deku scrubs or Zoras just to make things feel new every once in a while, it would have been great. These are very minor critiques though.… Expand
  89. SGAether89
    Oct 29, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I know what you're thinking..."take one good IP, and smash it violently into another not so good IP, and the results wont be pretty". I personally have no problems with the Dynasty Warriors series, but thats beside the point.

    However this, my friends, is a beautiful combination.

    Coming from a diehard Zelda Fan since day 1, dispite what alot of people say about this game, and the fact that so many people hate the idea of Koei/Tecmo has had their hands in it, they are missing all the things that make this a Zelda Game!

    First of all, the controls.
    The player can switch freely between Warriors style controls, and Zelda style.
    The Zelda scheme feels plenty like Zelda.

    Targeting!
    The "Z Targeting System" which was the heart and soul of the combat system of every 3D Zelda Game works the same way. And it feels comfortable. Players can switch targets by flicking the right stick towards any other targetable enemy on screen.

    Zelda Tools!

    The tools that made bossfights and exploring that much more fun have been integrated smoothly into the game! Bombs - for blowing up hordes of enemies at a time and clearing pathways. Bow - pierces and freezes multiple enemies in a line. Hookshot - for accessing secret areas that are out of reach and pulling yourself toward enemies to chain devastating combos. Boomerang - stuns multiple enemies in a group, picking up items, and interrupting enemy charge attacks. All have upgrade drops during battle for a temporary effect boost. Also all are used to reveal weaknesses of boss monsters.

    Boss Monsters!

    In some scenarios, Boss monsters like King Dodongo, Ghoma, Manhandla, and Argorok will show up randomly during battle and unleash their fury by rampaging across the field killing allies and foes alike. All have weaknesses to certain tools to expose their weaknesses (Sounds exactly how all Zelda bosses play out, right?). Most of their appearances are programmed into certain battles in the main story mode.

    Treasures, Heart Pieces, and Gold Skulltullas

    These are hidden in varying strongholds and random locations on the feild. Taking time out of the fight to explore forces players to micromanage in order to find what they are looking for and keep their allies alive....which makes it loads more interesting than just the monotony of killing endless hordes of enemies. Seems to me like thats the only con that people can focus on which makes them refuse to dig deeper.

    And last but not least, "the little things".

    The little things thst complete the zelda feel. No voices. "Proxi" acting as a advocate for Link as he has never spoken a single word in the entire series. Sheik's harp songs "Song of Storms", "Bolero of Fire" , "Nocturne of Shadow", and "Serenade of Water". Impa's Biggoron Sword. And so on.... Plus! If no one has ever noticed..... You Can Cut The Freakin Grass For Items!!!!!

    Despite the Warriors title which may scare those who absolutely detest Warriors games, this game still, in fact, Screams Zelda! It Feels like Zelda! It is Zelda! Its a spin off yes... but Zelda none the less.

    And as for the other complaints about the game, "Too easy" - You can change the difficulty...the AI may not be very smart, but they make up for that with more damaging attacks, enemies will block more, and be harder to take down forcing the players to take their time guarding and not mindlessly mashing combos.
    "Not enough content" there is plenty of content. Plenty of grinding and the adventure mode is tough. You will come to a point where you need to get an A rank just to access the space where a treasure is on the map. This combined with the option to adjust difficulty makes for a challenging and fulfilling experience.
    "Frame Rate Drops" Come On People!! The frap drops are not that bad, first of all... secondly...having hundreds of enemies on the screen at once is bound to drop the fraps a bit. Its unavoidable. The frap drop isnt as prominent for the warrior titles on ps4...so the slightly limited Nintendo console as far as sheer power and operating speed is enough for us to just accept it, and say "this was expected" and get the heck over it!

    And the writer of the article mentioned players being "upset about moving mouths but no voices"? What a lame thing to even complain about. Moving mouths during dialogue has been used since Twilight Princess. And it will more than likely be used in Zelda WiiU. To complain about this would be the same as complaining about hand gestures during dialogue in OoT, MM, and WW. I see that point as being entirely irrelevant.

    There are cons such as repetitiveness and lackluster plot. But it's to be expected from a spinoff.

    9/10
    As no game is ever perfect, this is the highest score I can possibly give.    … Expand
  90. Kahisys
    Nov 10, 2014
    9
    A very well put game. Hyrule Warriors is a great game that made a perfect fusion with the Dynasty Warriors gameplay. The story is surprisingly well placed and fits the lore of the series without denaturing it, the gameplay is enjoyable, the lifespan of the game is very good, especially thanks to the challenges, and the DLCs are rather cheap considering how much more gameplay they add toA very well put game. Hyrule Warriors is a great game that made a perfect fusion with the Dynasty Warriors gameplay. The story is surprisingly well placed and fits the lore of the series without denaturing it, the gameplay is enjoyable, the lifespan of the game is very good, especially thanks to the challenges, and the DLCs are rather cheap considering how much more gameplay they add to the game. The only would be that said gameplay can be a little too repetitive, as it may turn off some people. The different fights also can get pretty hectic since you're often required to run pretty much everywhere, at the same time. Some may dislike it (I personally find it stimulating). A must-buy for the Wii U.… Expand
  91. saxo27
    Nov 12, 2014
    9
    This is a very fun and unique game. It is not merely a Dynasty Warriors game with a Zelda skin. It is more so an action Zelda game. Yes, it has mechanics from Dynasty Warriors. However, the charm Zelda games makes this specific game feel fresh and different. I do not really enjoy Dynasty Warriors games, however, because this game has a Zelda flare, I find it to be a great game. SomeThis is a very fun and unique game. It is not merely a Dynasty Warriors game with a Zelda skin. It is more so an action Zelda game. Yes, it has mechanics from Dynasty Warriors. However, the charm Zelda games makes this specific game feel fresh and different. I do not really enjoy Dynasty Warriors games, however, because this game has a Zelda flare, I find it to be a great game. Some playable characters are not too fun, like Agitha, but others, like Cia, Lana and Link are great. Just wait until you can conjure up a cube, jump on it and roll it over the villians--fantastic. There has a massive amount of content that will keep you busy and having fun (I would imagine, over 120 hours worth). The graphics are lovely and really displays the Nintendo art style. The sound effects are quite good and the music on various stages are very catchy and add to the mood of the battle. Downsides to the game: again, some playable characters are not that good. However, a majority of them are very unique and absolutely fun to play. DLC is also very good and the new adventure map has some fun and unique levels. Enjoy.… Expand
  92. Supergamer01
    Nov 13, 2014
    9
    This game blew me away, I honestly thought it would be repetitive and dull but it was great. The graphics are better than what I expected, the storyline is worth playing through and the wide variety of playable characters is fantastic.
  93. gurren
    Nov 14, 2014
    9
    if love the dynasty warrior game like me then you will surely love this game it is a great game in my opinion actually this is my favorite dynasty warrior game even though its a spin-off
  94. NanGamer
    Nov 25, 2014
    9
    Hyrule Warriors is one of those experiences in life when you are not very optimistic or suspicious, but in the end surprises and provides you you hours and hours of fun. The game is not perfect, far from it, but the game has something that is missing lately in games: fun. Rush, protect areas, help allies, beat bosses still cut off hundreds of enemies with one blow is just plain fun. CoupleHyrule Warriors is one of those experiences in life when you are not very optimistic or suspicious, but in the end surprises and provides you you hours and hours of fun. The game is not perfect, far from it, but the game has something that is missing lately in games: fun. Rush, protect areas, help allies, beat bosses still cut off hundreds of enemies with one blow is just plain fun. Couple this with the fact the game is one of the greatest honors ever made a successful title as The Legend of Zelda. Obviously, this is not a title of Zelda series as we are accustomed, but the game drinking from fountain that had been built over the years at Nintendo, taking four of the biggest games of the franchise to use as background: Ocarina of Time, Majora's Mask, Twilight Princess and Skyward Sword. In addition Tecmo Koei and Nintendo give the player the opportunity to control not only Link, but also many of the iconic characters of the entire franchise: Ganondorf, Darunia, Girahim, Midna, Sheik, Impa and even sticks to Zelda own. The game also features an interesting replay factor with the game mode Adventure, which provides interesting challenges for the player to go unlocking various items and weapons of the beloved Nintendo franchise. The only thing I dislike in Hyrule Warriors is the multiplayer mode. In it, a player takes on the gamepad while the other plays the TV screen. So far so good, but the big problem is that the game suffers from many falls frames, plus a huge fall in the graphs. At times we seem to be playing a game of Wii and not the mighty Wii U. Otherwise the game also offers some fun DLCs for fans of the series. If you love The Legend of Zelda, do not waste your time and buy the one for sure, in a not so distant future, could become a rarity among fans.… Expand
  95. VCause
    Dec 6, 2014
    9
    Although the game is a non-canon Zelda storyline, it completely reimagines the way we play LoZ. Hyrule Warriors is a Dynasty Warriors spin-off, with a Zelda reskin. It features fast-paced action, beautiful graphics, great gameplay variety, and is filled with content. Like other Dynasty Warriors games, expect there to be a lot of enemies. Hyrule Warriors lets you slaughter thousands of onAlthough the game is a non-canon Zelda storyline, it completely reimagines the way we play LoZ. Hyrule Warriors is a Dynasty Warriors spin-off, with a Zelda reskin. It features fast-paced action, beautiful graphics, great gameplay variety, and is filled with content. Like other Dynasty Warriors games, expect there to be a lot of enemies. Hyrule Warriors lets you slaughter thousands of on screen enemies such as Moblins, Stalfos, Gibdos, and more. There are plenty of characters for you to choose from, with new characters, such as Cia, Lana, Volga, and Wizzro, and returning characters such as Link, Sheik, Impa, Midna and more. Although mostly a very entertaining and fantastic game, it has its faults like every other game. It lacks exciting 2-player local experience, as the number of enemies are greatly reduced. The frame rate drops to a choppy 30fps, and graphics on the TV drop to 720p. The story is your standard jealousy takes over someone, they become the villain and so forth. Overall, the game boasts a fantastic experience for those young and old, and should be acknowledged as a great game for the Wii U.… Expand
  96. earle
    Dec 19, 2014
    9
    A wonderful spin-off game for the Zelda series. Crossovers like this breathe fresh air into both franchises. You can't possibly tell me that you've never ever wanted to just hack and slash and beat up enemies as Link or Midna? While they did borrow a lot of classic Zelda elements, it is clearly a Dynasty Warriors game with a Zelda makeover. Fans (and people in general) shouldn't be goingA wonderful spin-off game for the Zelda series. Crossovers like this breathe fresh air into both franchises. You can't possibly tell me that you've never ever wanted to just hack and slash and beat up enemies as Link or Midna? While they did borrow a lot of classic Zelda elements, it is clearly a Dynasty Warriors game with a Zelda makeover. Fans (and people in general) shouldn't be going into this and expecting a classic Zelda game. Nintendo has released press and video coverage of this game WELL before it was released, so consumers should be informed before making a purchase.

    The combos and moves are easy to learn, the overall missions can present a pleasant challenge if you're new to the hack n slash scene (also: difficulty modes are useful), the soundtrack is great, and the DLC pack is well worth it.    … Expand
  97. DBPirate1129
    Jan 10, 2015
    9
    I wasn't interested in Hyrule Warriors at all when it was first announced but trailers and Nintendo Direct footage released after made me want to buy this game: I did not regret it one bit.

    Hyrule Warriors is not your traditional Zelda game. It follows the gameplay of the Koei Tecmo series Dynasty Warriors. Unlike most, the gameplay didn't get repetitive to me at all and I thoroughly    I wasn't interested in Hyrule Warriors at all when it was first announced but trailers and Nintendo Direct footage released after made me want to buy this game: I did not regret it one bit.

    Hyrule Warriors is not your traditional Zelda game. It follows the gameplay of the Koei Tecmo series Dynasty Warriors. Unlike most, the gameplay didn't get repetitive to me at all and I thoroughly enjoyed the entire story experience. I loved fighting through hordes of enemies and having to capture keeps. Defending keeps, however is an entirely different story. One of my main gripes with the game is where the checkpoints are placed. After a checkpoint, your base might fall and if you start at that checkpoint again, your base will fall every time, forcing you to restart the level. This only occurred on one or two levels out of 18 but I didn't like it.

    The character roster is a major plus in the game. The characters are pulled from Ocarina of Time, Twilight Princess, and Skyward Sword with a few new characters like Lana and Cia (one of the main villains) getting thrown in there too. All of them are really unique but characters like Ganondorf, Darunia, Zelda, and Sheik are definitely my favorites. My other main problem with the game is the way you unlock characters which is through Adventure Mode. The challenges to unlock them are so tough it's unbearable and sometimes I wished I could just unlock them through the story.

    To my surprise, the story is incredibly engaging and there were even a couple of plot twists. Even if a level was too hard (or my base kept falling as previously stated) it was worth getting through it just to find out where the story would go next. Bosses aren't in all the levels but they're in most of them. I didn't really enjoy the bosses. They seemed more like nuisances than actual bosses.

    Overall, Hyrule Warriors is a great game with solid gameplay, engaging story, and strong characters. My main problem with the game is the difficulty and checkpoints but they're pretty minor.    … Expand
  98. Benji_Nottz
    Jul 18, 2015
    9
    Hyrule Warriors is not a perfect game, but when you noticed you've clocked up 250 hours+ you have to conclude it was doing plenty right!
    Hyrule Warriors is a must for Zelda and Dynasty fans. It's rammed with content, decent and well priced DLC and an addictive nature that keeps you coming back for more.
  99. tre802001
    Aug 30, 2015
    9
    Mixing Dynasty Warriors with Zelda was a great idea. The game has so much contect. The different modes are challenging. Great hack and slash and mindless killing. Hyrule Warriors represented the Zelda franchise very well.
  100. bud6274
    Jan 18, 2016
    9
    This is one of the best dynasty warriors games to date, and the Legend of Zelda touches work wonderfully with the game play and there is a ton of extra game modes and things to collect it really jam packs the game with content. Its main problem is that of many dynasty warrior games in which it is very repetitive but if your were expecting another dynasty warriors game like me then youThis is one of the best dynasty warriors games to date, and the Legend of Zelda touches work wonderfully with the game play and there is a ton of extra game modes and things to collect it really jam packs the game with content. Its main problem is that of many dynasty warrior games in which it is very repetitive but if your were expecting another dynasty warriors game like me then you found yourself a game.… Expand
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#21 Best Wii U Game of 2014
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#5 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2014
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#6 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2014

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 81
  3. Negative: 2 out of 81
  1. Hyper Magazine
    Feb 9, 2015
    80
    So THIS is why these games are so popular. [Issue#257, p.58]
  2. Gameplanet
    Nov 12, 2014
    75
    It looks like Zelda and plays like Dynasty Warriors. Yep, it does pretty much what it says on the tin.
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  3. Digitally Downloaded
    Oct 29, 2014
    100
    With a rocking soundtrack, loads of content, plenty of fan service and some clever gelling of two disparate video game universes, Hyrule Warriors is easily my favourite game of 2014 so far.
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