Asif Khan
ShacknewsThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom review
Published 12/27/2023
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Switch - 5/12/2023
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination. In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you'll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link's new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?
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- Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 3
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- Nintendo
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Rory Mellon
Tom's GuideThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom review: A stunning Switch swansong | Tom's GuideTom's Guide
Published 12/17/2023
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90
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Read originalBrad Ellis
Easy AlliesThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Easy Allies Review - YouTube
Published 5/30/2023
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Read originalJeffrey David Brooks
DualShockersThe Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Review
Published 5/24/2023
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Read originalKirstin Swalley
Hardcore GamerReview: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Published 5/18/2023
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Read originalKyle Hilliard
Game InformerThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review - Such Great Heights - Game Informer
Published 5/11/2023
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98
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Read originalSteve Watts
GameSpotThe Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Review
Published 5/11/2023
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Read originalJoel Franey
GamesRadar+The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review | GamesRadar+GamesRadar+GamesRadar+NewsaramaTotal FilmEdge
Published 5/11/2023
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Read originalTom Marks
IGNThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review
Published 5/11/2023
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Read originalAlana Hagues
Nintendo LifeReview: The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom - An Absolute Marvel, But Is It Better Than BOTW?
Published 5/11/2023
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