The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Nintendo Switch)

So. I did a thing today. I completed TOTK after about 250 hours of adventure, despite breaking my thumb approximately 120 hours into my playing. I had to learn a different way of using the controller without the use of a very painful right thumb. Character building... I've played and finished every 3d-world Zelda game since Ocarina of Time on the N64. I've enjoyed every single one for the familiarity - the look and the music especially - but also the new aspects of gameplay each one has offered. So, my thoughts... I'll try and avoid spoilers. 1. The purchase of a professional controller made the game way more playable than the weeny controls that come on the stock switch controllers. I recommend... 2. The fact it was a mostly familiar world was kind of nice. There were lots of moments where it was like 'yep, been here before, i know where I'm going.' But there was enough new and fresh to keep the curiosity high. 3. The shrines were probably on balance a bit easier than BOTW but not totally a bad thing. 4. At some point you have to say, yep, I've done enough now let's go and pay Mr Ganon a visit. There's way too much to complete! 5. The whole autobuild thing is a good idea if not over used. The stuff people have been making is hilarious but you've already rinsed the game if you're at this level. For me, the most adventurous i got with it was the two fan and steering stick hover bike thingy. Was great for getting round the depths and finding all but one light root. I knew where abouts it was (top right of the map) but just ran out of steam... good for getting round the sky too. 6. Not a lot of use/point for the horses this time. Travelling better achieved by using shrines, towers and medallions. 7. There's a great arc for learning combat skills and resourcefulness. The shrines where you go in with no armour and fight the constructs were great fun i thought. It really showed the value of collecting, fusing and throwing. Very reminiscent of the sword trials in BOTW. 8. I left the Lynels and Gleeoks until i was well practised and used to having a thumb out of action! They became great fun. Also showed how valuable collecting all though Keese and Aerocuda eyes and wings had been. Shield parrying and dodging became essential too. With a bit of practice i went from Red to Blue to White to Silver Lynels with no bother. I found wearing decent armor (Soldier armor set plus diamond headpiece from Gerudo town gave great defence (84) plus slight attack up, and then lots of fused weapons from previous kills). Then i collected Fleet lotus seeds for cooking as i found having a high level speed up potion was the best tactic. Allowed me to escape the flame and melee attacks from the Lynels and get 'round the back' and hack away or mount if he kneels. Good fun. Puffshroom use was also fun but probably too easy if done perfectly. 9. The end Boss was perfectly manageable with my Lynel killing skills fully honed and a bunch of Keese and Aerocuda eyes and a x5 Lynel bow for assistance. 10. The story was decent and quite tragic too. Just enough to pull the heart strings. 11. Koroks. Why? I collected fewer than 150. Just enough to expand a band band my weapons stash to a decent level. You only need to hear so many ya ha ha's All in all very enjoyable and as usual way more to do than actually needed. But how many single player games out there give you 250+ hours of genuine gameplay (or less if you want to check out early)? Thank you Shigsy once again.

Fantastic game...great on the Switch 2... still playing it long after completion.

Gameplay is smooth and intuitive, with a mix of action, strategy, and problem-solving that appeals to both long-time fans and newcomers. The freedom to explore, experiment, and interact with the environment adds a layer of depth that makes each play session unique. Overall, Tears of the Kingdom is a masterful continuation of the Zelda franchise, offering hours of immersive adventure and unforgettable moments.

Very good game, got it on a sale.

Tears of the Kingdom The follow up to the highly acclaimed Breath of the Wild. I stepped foot into this title with some worries, but was very quickly reassured that my time in this game would be everything BoTW offered and so much more. This is the ultimate sandbox open world rpg experience. It’s unique, down right hilarious at times thanks to the games mechanics, gripping and instilled a thorough sense of adventure that I haven’t experienced since my younger years playing World of Warcraft. The team behind ToTK took BOTW polished, refined, then added some zest and sprinkled some perfection on top and served it up. The new systems beg for you to dig into your own creativity, be it crafting weapons from random materials around you to building methods of travel. Every aspect of this game teases you with adventure, creation, intrigue and comfort. The story starts of slow, then settles it’s pace and takes you on a beautiful starting journey to then pat you on the shoulders and say “that’s just the beginning, you have all of this to explore now” A truly jaw dropping and genre defining moment yet again, to show that Team Zelda still have the means to wow their audience and deliver every step of the way. I won’t dive into story or game play, it’s genuinely so much better experienced. But rest assured it does not feel ‘samey’ - in fact the new weapon creation system fleshed out weapon durability considerably - it just makes sense. Performance is the same as BoTW (a damn good thing) which is genuinely shocking given how rich the world now is. Without a doubt my GoTY if not game of the century. Nintendo smacked the home run again, this is the standard ALL developers should be looking to achieve (looking at you redfall). Currently played roughly twenty six hours and no where near done.

Tears of the Kingdom is another outstanding entry in the Zelda series that takes players on an unforgettable adventure. The game builds upon the open-world mechanics introduced in Breath of the Wild, adding new layers of complexity, excitement, and storytelling. The graphics are breathtaking, with vast landscapes to explore, detailed environments, and a rich atmosphere. The puzzles are clever, and the combat feels fluid, making each encounter engaging. The addition of new abilities and the enhanced verticality of the game world really elevate the experience, making it feel like a truly expansive and immersive world. What stands out the most is the storytelling. The narrative is emotional, rich, and filled with moments that truly connect with the player. It continues the legacy of Zelda’s iconic world while introducing new characters and lore that will keep fans invested. Tears of the Kingdom is a must-play for fans of the series and newcomers alike. It's a beautiful, well-crafted game that offers countless hours of exploration, challenges, and enjoyment. Highly recommended!

The best Zelda game ever , 9.5/10

Very fun game. Nintendo is amazing

This is a superbly designed game that keeps me engaged. It's not very easy to play, nor it is very difficult. The most important thing is this game makes you think before every fight. The weapon and vehicle designs are most lovable things here. And finally the music and animation is so good that the price is really worth it. I can probably keep playing it for a year and still cannot complete it.

Excellent jeu !

Brought this as a Christmas gift for my boyfriend. He was quite happy with it. Haven’t tried the game yet, but it arrived on time and in perfect condition. Thanks!