Customer Ratings & Reviews

Excellent game blending elements of the immersive sim games of decades past to create a wildly addictive open sandbox full to the brim with content! Takes the bones of Breath of the Wild and corrects many of that game's flaws to create a truly wonderful experience. Nintendo finally created a game similar to the very first Legend of Zelda in that its all about exploration and learning about the world as you go with little guidance (see interviews with Sakurai).

Tears of the Kingdom is by far the biggest, boldest and most epic Zelda game to date. It's easily twice as large as Breath of the Wild, with a more engrossing story and inventive game mechanics. Being able to construct nearly anything makes the game very replayable, and there's so much to explore that you'll never get tired of traversing Hyrule. If you own a Switch, Tears of the Zelda should definitely be in your library.

I absolutely loved playing breath of the wild when it first came out but when i first started up tears of the kingdom i knew this game was so much more than breath of the wild ever was, the game mechanics and the world is just gorgeous even though it is on now old hardware but after playing through and beating everything to do in this game i will say without a doubt this is the best game on the Nintendo switch and personally is my game of the year

I bought this game as a gift for my son. I also like to game and since I had played Breath of the Wild, I definitely wanted to play this! I love that they took BOW and added even more to what you could do in this game! The story line is also very interesting and kept me engaged and wanting to know more! If you’re on the fence about playing this sequel don’t be!! Get it for yourself and enjoy the journey!

After The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild broke the 3D Zelda franchise with its open-world gameplay, I was looking forward to the sequel, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. While I wanted more of the same things Breath of the Wild offered, there were weaknesses in that entry that I hoped Nintendo would fix in this follow-up title. I may be in the minority here—much in the same way that I don’t care as much for Majora’s Mask over Ocarina of Time—but I actually liked Breath of the Wild more than this game. Let’s start off with what was great: the story. I felt the flashbacks in Breath of the Wild left some amount to be desired, but the story uncovered during Tears of the Kingdom was leagues better and made for a much more satisfying boss battle with Ganondorf. A lot of the “same” things, like glider exploration and combat, made this game fun to play, so at least there were a few more enemy types to fight and items to collect. At some point, I stopped playing this game and almost had to force myself to get back into it. This was mostly because the main “building” mechanic didn’t vibe with me. Every weapon needed to be prepared ahead of time. Every tool needed to be constructed. These things took time and stalled the action. Even though there was more than twice the map size to explore, a lot more of it felt empty. And when I found a key location, it was locked behind the story I hadn’t discovered yet. Overall, I think the story did a lot of heavy lifting here, but Tears of the Kingdom felt like a minor downgrade to Breath of the Wild. An amazing story, but otherwise a minor step back from Breath of the Wild, I give The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom 4.0 stars out of 5.

An epic fantasy adventure with a massive open world that is fun and compelling to explore. Filled with memorable characters, challenging enemies, and unique puzzles the solutions to which are limited only by the player's imagination. The music, sound effects, and art style are top notch, however the graphics and performance are both hampered by the hardware but this doesn't detract from what is ultimately an amazing and deep game that is fun for all ages.

Not sure how Nintendo pulled it off, but TotK is an almost perfect improvement on the original BotW formula.

Excellent sequel to Breath of the Wild; Nintendo took everything that was good about that game, kept it, and improved on others. Yes, the price is high relative to many other games, but it's worth it. I will say that if you've not played Breath of the Wild, it will really help to do so before playing this game; it's not required, as there are plenty of in-gameplay tutorials for the features retained from BotW, but the story will make more sense.

After BOTW, I was fully expecting that TOTK would be somewhat of a repeat or even a bit of a letdown. However, this game has far exceeded my expectations! It is reminiscent of BOTW in an endearing way but fresh at the same time. The story is impactful and the missions are seemingly endless. If you've ever wanted to get into a game where you were directed by your choice and not just the expectations of the game designer, then this is the game for you.

It's more difficult then previous versions, but once you learn and get the hang of it after not knowing what your doing for alottle bit, the game gets really easy after awhile, Lots of places to explore more to do then the previous game, they definitely added alot more then the previous game to and you can tell they put alot of love into this game. Same map but bigger. I really love this game. Id still say this makes my top 3 best zelda games ever.

Without exaggerating, this is one of the greatest games of all time. They took everything good about Breath of the Wild and somehow made it bigger and better. Who knew Zelda would become Just Cause + Gravity Rush + Death Stranding? And make the mechanics work better than each individual part? Not me, but I'm glad it did. Inspired puzzles, a deep story, and more fun minute-to-minute gameplay than I could ever hope for. 10/10 can't wait for the next one

I love this game!! Shipping was quick and it arrived in perfect condition. The game is very complex with lots of puzzles to solve.

Game is amazing. Actually playing it as I write this. So much to do and it'll keep you entertained for minimum 50 hours (but you could eaaily spend hundreds of hours playing). It's not perfect. Weapons break too fast but you can kind of offset that with the new fusion ability. 3 maps to explore. Sky islands, Hyrule and the Depths and you can craft so many cool inventions using the new Zonai devices and Ultrahand ability. Highly recommend.

I don't love a game with a high price tag, but this one is worth every penny. I anticipate getting 300+ hours of playtime out of the game. The storyline is fun and the mechanics are awesome. If you loved Breath of the Wild, you'll love this. I love that BotW gave us an expansive, open-world Zelda game but still paid respects to its roots. Tears of the Kingdom goes beyond this and created what feels like a new game in the same world.

Six years of waiting, hearing complaints of delays, prolonged waits for even a hope of decent false information and repeat Breath of the Wild visits. We though through it all we were prepared. Mental a game has trained our eyes and thumps for the many days our employers would and should expect us to use our sick leave. And thinking I’ve earned 999 giant cores without cheats or hacks I began my newest experience with The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom. Sucks if your in school but grades come first (remember parents never take the game. Take the power cord!!! How longs that charge last?) This game is worth it every penny. After starting the game your are once again in a familiar yet strange Hyrule from there all I will say is the from Breath of The Wild "Wether Skyward bound, adrift in time, or steeped within the glowing embers of twilight...” the game will remind you of cherished past installment and make you rethink how the flow of Hyrule will be affected on this path. Ocarina of time, Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity and who know how Tears of The Kingdom will unfold and where Link’s courage will take us. If looking at the game mechanics installed from future releases of The Wind Waker and Twilight Princess in TOTK. I, for one personally can wait albeit very, very, begrudgingly for the Next Legend of Zelda game in 20XX to see where the vision the Miyamoto and Tezuka have painted so vividly from the Clouds obscuring our vision. A traditional rainy climb and well you really will just have to play to see. From the 8 Bit Players to all those picking up the game for the first time. Welcome to Hyrule.

Great game highly recommend definitely a good game for all ages

This game is absolutely amazing and has an inordinate amount of things to do! The way you get to unlock the story the more you play keeps you entertained. The Zonai Devices expand the amount of things you can create in the game. The addition to the map from Breath of the Wild has created so many more possibilities and places to explore. This game is one of the best of best I have ever played with a very thought out story line.

Zelda brings a lovable character from the series into the spotlight with a delightful and whimsical platforming experience. The game's visuals are a feast for the eyes, featuring a vibrant and colorful world that's both charming and visually appealing. The attention to detail in the various levels and characters showcases the creative potential of the PlayStation 5's hardware. Gameplay is where Sackboy shines. The platforming mechanics are solid and easy to pick up, making it accessible to players of all ages. The cooperative aspect of the game enhances the fun, allowing friends or family members to join in for a truly enjoyable multiplayer experience. The diverse levels, filled with puzzles and challenges, keep the game fresh and engaging. One of the game's highlights is its soundtrack, featuring catchy tunes that enhance the overall experience and create a lighthearted atmosphere. However, the game may not offer the depth or creativity found in other platforming titles, and some players might find it relatively short in terms of the main story. In summary, "Sackboy: A Big Adventure" is a charming and fun platformer, perfect for families or anyone looking for a wholesome and entertaining gaming experience. While it may not reinvent the genre, it offers a delightful journey in a world filled with imagination and creativity.

I know a lot of people will see all the 5 star reviews and immediately think “Well, it’s Zelda so of course it will score this high.” Breath of the Wild was met with high praise from a lot of people but also deterred some fans due to the lack of Zelda-defining features found in earlier games such as key items, actual dungeons and rewarding those that hunt for secrets. Nintendo clearly heard the fans and decided they had a good enough foundation set to build upon and boy did they ever! Tears of the Kingdom is a sequel to Breath of the Wild and starts you off immediately with a wonderful introduction to set the pace. From there you are given clear objectives to bring you back to focus on progressing the main story while you constantly venture off course for various tasks. The new fusion feature will test your inner engineer to come up with either outlandish ways to solve a puzzle or the most efficient. The developers have literally given you the ability to build what you want with few limitations. The combat is the same as it was in BotW but is easy enough for newcomers of the series to grasp. The music is more prevalent and absolutely wonderful as expected for a Zelda game. The graphics and aesthetic choices Nintendo made instantly make it a classic that will age with grace. If you loved Breath of the Wild then you’ll be absolutely satisfied with Tears of the Kingdom. If you didn’t love Breath of the Wild then try to take comfort knowing Tears of the Kingdom dials everything up to an 11 and will surely provide a Zelda fan with something they will enjoy.

Great sequel! More of the same Hyrule goodness with a bunch of added extras! New dungeons, new enemies, new objectives, great new darker themed story. A must have for any Switch owner and if you love adventure and open world games. My only gripes are the graphics are looking really dated on Switch compared to XS and PS5 4k/60fps as this game is barely 1080p and 30fps. Would love to see a Switch Pro with 4k enabled!