Customer Ratings & Reviews

This game is amazing especially the fact that they can just remaster any old game and make it like it never existed in the past. But in this case it did the only issue is when you remaster a game you should remaster it so the console you play it on can handle it. Nintendo Switch needs to definitely be remastered not in the case that its versatile and it's amazing already but the fact that the internal components need to be upgraded as in video while playing Zelda if you fall into an area that has multiple enemies you start getting frame drops. I've noticed this right off the bat. A lot of games that were made for Nintendo switch that are outstanding on any other system seem to fall short. One example is Mortal Kombat 11 this game is amazing when it comes to graphics and detail but on Nintendo Switch the game is slow and seems like you're playing it on PS2. I do not blame the creators of Zelda on this I blame Nintendo for not putting an amazing video card and processor in this unit. Hopefully Nintendo next generation decides to stick with the competitors when it comes to this otherwise they're always going to be falling short as I've noticed throughout the years with Wii and Wii U. Overall the game will keep you busy and you will have a fun time exploring so have fun but don't let the frame drops bother you

It’s an awesome, fun game! I definitely like the different style which makes it wayyyy different than Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Awesome game to enjoy on the switch. Definitely worth a try…

As someone who grew up playing the original Game Boy version of Link's Awakening, I'm pretty familiar with the source material, but it sure didn't feel like it when playing this update for Switch. It was very recognizable, but also strangely foreign in almost every respect. The layout of the entire world looks and feels very different with the restraint of screen-by-screen scrolling eliminated outside of dungeons. It greatly alleviates the Game Boy version's feeling of cramped, and often tedious travel. In terms of visuals, this game couldn't change much to improve just how perfectly it's suited to my taste. Not only does it look great on its own terms, it also does an excellent job of re-creating the charm of the simple pixel art it's based on. There are improvements to the game design that run deep. The most impressive features for me were the expanded bonus games, like the raft ride, the crane game, and especially the fishing. Each one adds quite a bit of extra incentive to keep coming back, and they're each highly improved in terms of complexity and satisfaction in providing a fair, but demanding enough challenge that's just genuinely fun. The game didn't make its big transition unscathed, though. Essentially every single change to the basic play control -- movement and animation -- makes the game about 10 times harder to play, and quite a bit more frustrating compared to its retro counterpart. There were several great ideas implimented in the control scheme, like dedicating several of the buttons to the most-used actions, which vastly streamlines the tiresome routine of opening and closing the menu to change items for every little situation. However, Link feels more rigid to control, harder to aim with an analog stick, and his jumping feels disorientingly unwieldy. If you're used to cutting corners when jumping over gaps as was possible on Game Boy, you may find it difficult if not impossible to perform the same maneuvers on Switch. Lastly, the biggest detriment to the game is the dungeon building activity. You'll be tasked with using rooms you'll recognize from the dungeons you've cleared to arrange them in a layout of new dungeons, then you can play those dungeons. It sounds like a concept with a lot of promise, and while it's more intriguing than you might expect, it really doesn't live up to the potential. The worst part is that this segment isn't just an optional bonus. It's actually required to build and complete TWELVE arranged dungeons to earn all the items like heart containers for extending the player's life meter, seashells for upgrading the player's attack, and the last bottle for healing. Nine might have been tolerable. Three to five would have been fine, but twelve is completely unreasonable. This extremely tedious obstacle to complete item collection means that you can't just start up a game and enjoy the full adventure the way you would in the original. You're now burdened with a load of chores that you may not be on board with. Despite all that -- and I can't stress enough how big of a flaw it is -- I still HIGHLY recommend the game. It's worthwhile just for the novelty of seeing how the world has been re-imagined, but the rewards you'll find go well beyond that. Fans of Zelda will find this to be an authentic example of the best features in the series. Newcomers couldn't start with a better installment, beautifully updated for modern demands in visuals and control scheme conveniences.

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is a gem bursting with charm and intricate puzzles. This updated classic is a nostalgia trip for veteran fans and a masterpiece for any adventure game enthusiast. The graphics are insanely cute and vibrant, adding to the whimsical feel. Unfortunately, some performance issues like occasional slowdown can be distracting. However, don't let these technical flaws deter you from trying this marvelous game. If you love charming adventures with a playful art style, Link's Awakening is a must-play.

I am a big fan of zelda but never played the original that this is based on. If your a huge fan, get it. I won't be able to talk you it off out anyways. If your not a big fan or only some what interested then wait to get it on a good deal. It was originally made for the game boy. Compared to any other zelda game, the map is tiny. But still fun to explore.

Obviously a remake, but a nice solid classic Zelda game. I don't love the new dungeon builder but the rest of the game was very fun to play through and complete.

I am so happy I took the chance and bought this for my Switch......I 1st got introduced to the Zelda World in 1986. Had so much fun back then, I played it 3-4 times. Loved the puzzles and adventuring. Now 30+ years later I am enjoying the upscaled version even more! Anyone who has played and enjoyed the original Zelda HAS to give this a try! Well worth it!

The original version of this game, on the original black and white Game Boy, accompanied me to Japan on my exchange student trip 26 years ago. The remake of this game, while intimately familiar, brings with it a ton of updates and improvements. Being able to use so many more buttons really makes playing this feel like playing any modern Zelda game. For those new to the adventures of one of the most famous green-clad protagonists, this is a great way entry point into the series. While rescuing Zelda isn't the point of this particular game, it still retains the hallmark pot smashing, chicken attacking, puzzle solving game play that the series is known for. I let my 5 year old daughter have a go after she was interested in the cartoony graphics, and within a few minutes, she caught on quickly, and I was pleased to watch her mind work as she tried to figure out different enemy attack patterns (using a shield is brand new to her). While the game is pretty quick to complete compared to the more main titles (this is, after all, a port of the original Game Boy game), the polish on the refresh and the nostalgia put it on an equal footing with any other Zelda adventure.

My 12 year old loves great graphics and puzzles are challenging

Awesome game, my son really enjoys this game. Easy to play.

This game is so much fun! It is a must own if you have the switch. I recommend the physical version of the game. I do not like digital games. Digital games won't be available years from now when Nintendo drops online support. Buy the physical version for all of your games!

This is a remake of a fantastic gameboy game and the updates are amazing. It's not as long or expansive as breath of the wild but it still is a fun game.

If you enjoyed the original game on the Game Boy, then this is an excellent game to play. The pacing is great and it doesn't drag at any point. Modern quality of life features have only made the game better. If you're a stickler for consistent 60 fps, then maybe look up performance reviews before buying. It didn't bother me personally.

Great game, great story, highly recommended for switch

One of the best Zelda games gets gorgeously remastered. A must buy for any Link's Awakening fan. They wasted their time on the dungeon maker, they could have added something deeper rather than the maker with 0 incentive to partake in it. Either way, well worth the money.

A fun return to old in a stylish and quirky adventure. Definitely worthy of Switch physical collection!

This is a faithful remake of Link's Awakening from the GB/GBC era with beautiful updated graphics. It includes the Color Dungeon from the DX version of the original game and has some added features such as the custom dungeon creator. The dungeon creator is a bit drab because it just uses the same rooms from the main story's dungeons so it gets repetitive real quick. There's also a noticeable frame rate issue that happens pretty often any time the overworld is loaded. $60 is pretty steep for a remake of a Game Boy game but Link's Awakening still remains one of my favorite Zelda games. If you haven't played it, you definitely should.

This game is fun to play and fairly easy to beat, but offers plenty of small challenges to make the game challenging enough. I was able to finish a little faster than I expected but felt I got my money's worth. This is not the epic Breath of the Wild type adventure, if that's what you are expecting.

If you've never played it, it's fun, but nothing like the newer Zelda games, so don't expect an epic. If you have played it and are revisiting, the color dungeon wasn't as cool as I wanted it to be. The addition of the dungeons that you make are cool, but...there isn't much of a point unless you are really trying to do EVERYTHING. Then addition of the Mario series figurines is cool too, but also not necessary for completion. All of the additions to the game played out and felt like filler to me. Messed with them for a bit,and called it good. Overall, it's fun, but would be more fun at a lower price point.