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Aww Great!: 8.4/10 across 233 ratings. Word of mouth is strong — if you like the genre, go for it.
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
Jun 6, 1993|Japan, Brazil|Adventure, Puzzle
Time to beat
- Main + extras
- 12h
- Complete
- 8.5h
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Play style
Leans into Adventure, Puzzle, with a main story around 12h. Check if that style and time commitment fit you.
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Reviews
20 media reviews
RATE THIS9.4/10
Updating the look but never losing the feel of the original, Link's Awakening is a masterclass in remaking a classic.
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Link's Awakening on Nintendo Switch is a smart remake that enhances the spirit of the original while upholding the things that made it a classic in the first place.
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The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening manages to feel new, but still maintain the essence of the amazing original. This is peak old-school Zelda, and it's never looked better.
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Link's Awakening was home to some of the best classic-era dungeon designs and bosses in the series, and this remake is a reminder of (or introduction to) its legacy
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Fans of the GameBoy curio will enjoy endless nostalgia with this 3D remake – but is it too faithful to the original?
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A charming reimagining of a classic 2D Zelda adventure, with gameplay that can't quite match its striking presentation.
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With a gorgeous presentation and smart and minimalist tweaks, it’s as charming and enjoyable now as it was in the nineties.
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