Customer Ratings & Reviews

The graphics are much improved from the standard definition Wii version of the game. The motion controls feel tighter than with the original Wii Remote Plus (+). The option to use the right joystick as sword controls takes some getting used to; but provides a good alternative when you don't want to be swinging your arms around. If you have not played the original, and you enjoy classic 3D Legend of Zelda adventure games; this is an excellent game to play. The game play is linear, nothing like Breath of the Wild, and there are a lot of reused locations throughout the game (the world somehow feels smaller than Wind Waker) but the story is terrific with some of the series' longer dungeons and the game features an outstanding soundtrack. If you played the Wii version, but want to experience it again (or actually finish it) and your Wii (or Wii U) is in storage (or sold off); this is your best version to play.

Out of all the the Legend of Zelda games that debuted on the Wii many moons ago, Skyward Sword was the one Zelda that turned me off due to complete integration of motion controls with the Wiimotes. That said, I am glad Nintendo re-released this Zelda title with modified controls that work close to flawlessly with the Switch Joy-Cons. This means that that we use the right analog stick and trigger to swing your sword, which is a much welcomed change. In reference to the story, Link’s adventure takes place in the sky, as you make your through vast dungeons and new lands. Difficulty-wise, the controls will take a moment to get use to, but, as I mentioned earlier, it is a welcomed change. Overall, Zelda fans will be pleased. I hope that Nintendo considers releasing the fabled wind-waker / twilight princess compilation that had internet a buzzing a few months ago for the Zelda 35th anniversary.

Mainly bought it for the nostalgia purposes and it was fricking awesome. It’s just like how I remembered it and the quality is pretty good too.

As a long-time Zelda fan, I've been itching for true dungeons from the franchise, an itch BOTW definitely doesn't scratch. I'm a few hours into it and despite having never played it, it gives me a lot of nostalgia. If you have ever played Twilight Princess then Skyward Sword will feel familiar. It looks great and aged well visually. It's worth the money if you've never given it a try but there are a few things that definitely take away from the experience. 1. You can't use the right stick to pan the camera using a Pro Controller without holding down L. 2. Moving around doesn't really feel smooth and he's moved on his own on more than one occasion. 3. Certain items like rupees despawn much faster than they probably should, compared to other games. 4. The motion controls feel wonky to no absolutely one's surprise but hey, it's there for people who enjoy it. 5. Locking on is a joke. Whenever an enemy appears you have to play the camera shuffle for several seconds until it eventually locks on. An auto-lock feature where it automatically locks to the nearest enemy regardless of the camera would have been nice.

It was wonderful to see this game receive an HD remaster. The addition of basic controls without motion detection has made this game more accessible to more players. The graphics are great and the story is interesting.

As a Zelda fan, I was so excited to get this remake was soon as it was released. I recently went back to play Skyward Sword on my Wii U, but the graphics were so pixelated that the painted art style was difficult to enjoy. Now, having the HD visuals updated, it is really a beautiful game to play on a large screen new TV. Both of the new controls are awesome to play with! The Switch Joy-Cons are great to use motion for the sword. But, I have now been trying to use the controller grip, as well as my Pro Controller. If you don't use motion, you can use the right joystick to control the sword, but also ZR allows you to control the camera when not fighting. The story in this game is possibly my favorite out of all the Zelda series. I highly recommend getting this HD Remake!

Zelda Skyward Sword for the Nintendo Switch is a remake/upgrade from the Wii-U game some years ago. The gameplay has been modified well (but not perfect) for the Switch controllers (I prefer the classic pro controller versus the smaller remotes). The graphics are good as is the general story and play. I highly recommend it to Nintendo Link fans!

I played the original, and visually this game is leagues above that. If you're on some quest to play all the zelda games then this is the way to play SS, BUT as much as I love the zelda series, there is nothing that enticed me to go back to this game aside from "well, it came out, lets give it a go." The main relationship with Zelda and Link is the only reason I think you should play this game vs just watching someone else play it. It's the thing that drives the story forward, and if you aren't hooked on it at the beginning, then I'm not sure what else you have to look forward to in the game aside from some decent to above average dungeons (two really great ones, IMO), roughly the same for the bosses, a lot of backtracking, and general just kind of uninspired... blah. The jump to 60fps looks nice and smooth, however. It's something I didn't know I wanted until I saw it in action.

Not my favorite Zelda I've played but I wouldn't call it a bad game, just flawed. The quality of life additions (60fps, being able to skip some of Fi's hints just to name a couple) definitely make the Switch version the version to play IMO, though the gyro controls aren't as accurate as the Wii's motion controls (from what I've seen since I never played SS on the Wii). I constantly had to reset the gyro controls which I got used to eventually and didn't find to be *that* much of a pain, but still something to note.

Skyward Sword is not my favorite Zelda game. Of all the 3D ones, it might actually be my least favorite. But it is still a terrific game and this HD remaster is a nice upgrade over the original Wii version. The full HD, 60 frames per second, new control options, and quality of life improvements make it almost feel like a brand new game. If you've never played it, I think it's worth buying at full price. As someone with a still functioning Wii, I waited and got it at $40. Skyward Sword has gotten a lot of hate over the years but I think this remaster shows it in its best light and will remind people that a "bad" Zelda game is still amazing in its own right.

An absolutely fantastic Legend of Zelda game in my opinion. In terms of story, it has to be my very favorite! The dynamic between Link and Zelda is beyond charming, and it is wonderful to get to experience the very first adventure in the Legend of Zelda series' timeline. The upgraded visuals are really clean and pop, and the new button-only controller setting is a really nice option to have. It is important to keep in mind though that regardless of which controller option you go with, there might be a bit of a learning curve to get used to them, but the investment will be worth it. Once you get into the groove, the adventure is absolutely worth your time!

I'm one of those "weird" LoZ fans who dislikes stuff like OoT, WW and BotW (I don't think they're bad games, they just don't do it for me, to each their own). I like the more unique stuff like Majora's Mask and Skyward Sword so the HD version was a must buy to me. Loved it once the motion controls clicked for me (around the point you get past the first major dungeon and boss) and never wanted to play this with traditional controls. Anyway, I love the world and story of the game and it offers something very unique to LoZ fans IMO so if you aren't super close minded in how you like your games I'd say give it an honest try. Let loose the Groose!

Kiddo played at a friends house. Couldn’t stop talking about it. This is her 2nd Zelda game. She loves it. I haven’t played Zelda in years, but this may encourage me to get back into the series. Shipped fast. No damage to either the case or the cartridge.

Great game! Everyone that owns a Nintendo switch or switch 2 should purchase this game.

I really enjoyed Skyward Sword on the Wii, even all the motion control aspects of it, but it is definitely a game whose visuals haven't aged as well as some other games in the series and whose controls turned many people off. That's why I was very excited to hear about this HD version which solves those issues, allowing you to play one of the most underappreciated Zelda games on a modern system. The revamped controls take a little time to get used to, and they work, but I think I still prefer the original motion controls. The rest of the game is terrific, hosting some really great dungeons, characters, and storytelling. I do still wish the world as a whole had more to explore. Even so, I highly recommend this game, especially if you never played the original.

One of the best Zelda games that they've ever made.

The way this game portrays the relationship between Zelda and Link is the best in the series. The combat is fun and engaging, but it can be awkward turning the camera on a controller since you need to hold down the L button.

I decided to buy this game after not experiencing it for the Wii. I went in not knowing much about the game other than complaints about the controls. I played the majority of the game with motion controls, and some parts of the game were better played with button-only. However, I found the controls to be much less annoying than they were made out to be. The game itself was really good. I took my time playing the game and found it very enjoyable. If you haven’t played it yet, I would recommend getting it. Once it goes on sale, it’s a solid choice for any Zelda fan.

this game is epic, it has awesome graphics and fun gameplay, the motion controls work perfectly too, and the Amiibo support is a good bonus too

If you never played skyward sword you will be in for a treat. The game plays well and has a vast world to explore. Graphics and controls are on point.