Our Take
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is Nintendo's 2023 open-world action-adventure for Nintendo Switch, serving as a direct sequel to Breath of the Wild. Built for players aged 12 and up, it expands on its predecessor's formula with new mechanics and a significantly larger play space, positioning itself firmly at the premium end of Switch software.
Key Features
Open world spanning Hyrule's surface, an underground Depths region, and sky islands above the clouds
New Ultrahand ability lets players fuse objects and build vehicles, weapons, and contraptions
Ascend ability allows Link to pass upward through solid ceilings and terrain
Single-player campaign with an estimated 50+ hours for the main story and considerably more for full completion
Supports both handheld and docked play on all Switch models
Rated PEGI 12 for mild violence
Our Verdict
Essential for any Switch owner who enjoys open-world exploration and doesn't mind a predominantly solo experience. Those new to the series should consider playing Breath of the Wild first for full context. Not suited to players seeking multiplayer or those put off by a large open-ended structure.