Hyrule Warriors

 Wii U
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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 732 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 48 out of 732
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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.
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#21 Best 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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