Hyrule Warriors – Nintendo Wii U
- Battle hordes of enemies as Link, Midna and more!
- Unleash the power of Link and Zelda like never before.
- Defend Hyrule and restore balance to the Triforce.
Hyrule Warriors, the imaginative upcoming game for the Wii U console, combines the action-packed game play of Tecmo Koei’s Dynasty Warriors series with the iconic characters and worlds from The Legend of Zelda series. In addition to the focused action game play of leading one soldier against a massive horde of enemies, the Dynasty Warriors series is also known for its epic storyline. In this game, players control Link as he faces a powerful new enemy
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 A great game for fans of Zelda OR Dynasty Warriors. A dream come true if you’re both., By
Relytia (Portland, OR) – See all my reviews
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You can fit me squarely in the latter camp and I’m not ashamed to admit it. When it comes to video games, The Legend of Zelda is my all-time favorite series, and Dynasty Warriors has always been my go-to guilty pleasure series. I love Zelda AND Dynasty Warriors immensely, and to combine the two always seemed like a fantasy that would never see the light of day. Yet, here I am writing a review for the very game I have selfishly dreamed of for years, still a bit shocked and in denial of its existence. Being a massive fan with a tremendous amount of experience with both Zelda and Dynasty Warriors, and having played Hyrule Warriors for several hours now (and many, MANY hours as of January 1st lol), I’m confident in my ability to lend a voice of reason to all those out there curious about whether this game is for you or not. However, this review may be a bit lengthy, so either prepare yourself for that or abandon ship now. You’ve been warned. I have to issue another warning before I say anything else: I will not pander to the DW haters out there. DW is a divisive series. You either love it or you don’t. If you don’t like DW, you more than likely won’t like this game, plain and simple. There, I just saved you a bunch of time and money. Now you can go play or look at something you’ll actually like and everybody wins… *Ahem* Are they gone? Good. For those who enjoy/love DW (and there are way more of us than some would have you believe), or are Zelda fans who have never played a Warriors game before but have an open mind, this is a review written for you fine people. Let’s get started… The plot in Hyrule Warriors brings us to a new, original era in the kingdom of Hyrule. A new villain, a witch named Cia, arrives and throws the kingdom into chaos. In the ensuing conflict, portals to different eras in Hyrules history are opened, bringing the worlds of Skyward Sword, Ocarina of Time, and Twilight Princess into the fray. A new hero of legend (guess who THAT might be) must arise and he will be aided by the land’s beautiful, wise princess, her attendant/protector/general, and many disparate heroes from across time itself, to right everything. I’m being vague about the story on purpose, because this was one of the most pleasant surprises about the game to me. For what it is, I think the plot is pretty riveting, and shouldn’t be spoiled. There are plenty of twists and turns that keep you invested beyond the fun gameplay and Zelda celebration. It’s not award-winning stuff by any means, but the story is wish fulfillment at its finest. I have ALWAYS wanted to play a game where Link isn’t a lone wolf, but a hero of the people battling alongside Hyrule’s army against the forces of Darkness. I’ve ALWAYS wanted a Zelda game that let you play through the story as… well… ZELDA, and Impa, and Sheik, and Ganondorf, and Midna (my favorite Zelda companion, our Rat Terrier is named in her honor, lol), and this game finally lets me do that. That alone makes it special to me. The plot is pretty good, but the storytelling itself is a big reason why it’s so compelling. Cutscenes combine the cinematic flair Team Ninja/Omega Force are known for, with the subtle style of a traditional Zelda narrative, with a dash of storybook fairy-tale, and it’s great. The action and cinematography is dynamic and exciting. Cutscenes are also made warmly nostalgic by the fact that all “speech” is relegated to traditional text boxes and “Zeldaesque” grunts/gibberish. I really like these two styles together. Even my wife loved the story in this game. She wanted to keep playing just to see what would happen next. All of the characters, whether familiar or new ones introduced in this game, are likable and fairly well-written. Any Zelda fan should find a lot to enjoy about the “Legend” mode in this game. The plot may follow in the spirit of Zelda closely, but the gameplay is mostly a huge departure for the series. This is where the Dynasty/Samurai/Orochi Warriors part comes in. If you’re not familiar with DW (I’m assuming most reading this are Zelda fans and therefore are not), the gameplay goes a little like this: You assume the role of a larger-than-life hero among a big list of larger-than-life heroes, practically a demi-god in your powers and battle prowess, who enters massive battles between two (sometimes more)…
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I loved Hyrule Warriors!, By
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Like a lot of people, I was interested but very skeptical of the pseudo-union of these two franchises. I know dynasty warriors doesn’t have the biggest following here in the states, but I’m a big fan of the series. After the initial reveal, though underwhelming, I still couldn’t wait to get my hands on it. Countless character reveals and a couple Nintendo Directs later and here we are.
I had already read a few reviews going in so I knew what I was getting myself into. Hyrule Warriors is Dynasty Warriors with a Zelda skin plus tons of fan service and I couldn’t be happier with that. The collaboration shows Koei Tecmo really did their research on the little touches that make Zelda what it is and it gets it right on many aspects of the series, from the familiar sound of striking an enemy with that final combo when they’re vulnerable, to the great fairy’s anime-dominatrix laugh. I was smiling the entire time! Don’t expect a lot of exploration or treasure hunting, but do expect lots of epic battling and non-stop action! The combat can be repetitive when taken from an onlooker’s perspective but when you’re powering through enemy forces in the heat of battle you hardly notice that. You’re used to that when you play DW. It’s even better when played with a second player, however. As the levels progress you unlock more playable characters and, contrary to one review I read, after more that Link is available in two player mode you can feel free to switch from the iconic tunic-clad hero to one of his available comrades. I really enjoyed how powerful it felt to play as Impa or take advantage of the nimble Sheik’s skills. It can be deep, as well, when you get into using the Smithy to forge more powerful versions of your weapons or creating badges for additional effects. Note that in two player mode the only disappointment was that the resolution takes a hit being split onto two different screens: the TV and the Gamepad. It played smoothly enough and didn’t detract from the game, but I wish more had been done to remedy this. I didn’t mind the omission of online co-op since I’m not much for online play, but I realize this may be a point against it for some. Graphically Omega Force did an amazing job. The character models are detailed and animate well, and sometimes I forgot I was playing a game that wasn’t developed by Nintendo. It’s that spot on. Musically, there are all the familiar tunes you’d expect from a Zelda title fused with a little DW flavor. They are more upbeat with heavier baselines that suit the mood of the game and get you pumped for battle. The compositions are extremely well done. There are many different modes to play also, including a Free Mode where any stage unlocked can be played with any available unlocked character, including the playable boss characters. The same goes for adventure mode where the gameplay is a bit more structured as you work your way around the map unlocking new areas and weapons by completing certain objectives. These other modes can also be played co-op. I won’t say anything of the story so as not to ruin it for anyone interested. I really did enjoy it, but let it be known going in that they did the best they possibly could to include characters from different timelines and zelda universes into one cohesive plot. It works like it’s supposed to, nonsensical as it might seem. I will say KT’s experience in the action genre lends a flavor to the cutscenes especially that Nintendo should take note of. Overall, if you couldn’t tell by how I’ve been praising it, I really do recommend this game. It’s for fans of action games and Zelda fans that want to see a different take on the franchise they know and love!!!  Easily One of the Best WiiU titles,
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Hyrule Warriors is easily one of the best titles for the Wii U. Whether you’re a big fan of the Legend of Zelda or a newcomer to the series, there’s a lot in store to keep you playing until the end, and then some.
For those many Zelda fans out there, this game does an overwhelming job (in a good way) of providing top-notch Nintendo-style fan service. From the moment you start-up the game and hear the soundtrack, and fight with over-powered special atracks, weapons, upgrades, and many other call-backs to the series, you know you’re in for a fantastic nostalgic-infused time. For you newcomers, This is a fantastic introduction to the series. You’ll be apart of the lore that spans the course of time and if you love slaughtering hundreds of enemies at a time, loveable characters, customizations (in the form of upgrades), many many more characters and co-op play with your friends and family, this will be a fantastic addition to your library. And if that’s not enough, there’s enough DLC to last you 3x the length of game itself. New characters, weapons, challenges and missions will keep you occupied far past the price-tag. |
A great game for fans of Zelda OR Dynasty Warriors. A dream come true if you’re both.,
You can fit me squarely in the latter camp and I’m not ashamed to admit it.
When it comes to video games, The Legend of Zelda is my all-time favorite series, and Dynasty Warriors has always been my go-to guilty pleasure series. I love Zelda AND Dynasty Warriors immensely, and to combine the two always seemed like a fantasy that would never see the light of day. Yet, here I am writing a review for the very game I have selfishly dreamed of for years, still a bit shocked and in denial of its existence. Being a massive fan with a tremendous amount of experience with both Zelda and Dynasty Warriors, and having played Hyrule Warriors for several hours now (and many, MANY hours as of January 1st lol), I’m confident in my ability to lend a voice of reason to all those out there curious about whether this game is for you or not. However, this review may be a bit lengthy, so either prepare yourself for that or abandon ship now. You’ve been warned.
I have to issue another warning before I say anything else: I will not pander to the DW haters out there. DW is a divisive series. You either love it or you don’t. If you don’t like DW, you more than likely won’t like this game, plain and simple. There, I just saved you a bunch of time and money. Now you can go play or look at something you’ll actually like and everybody wins…
*Ahem* Are they gone? Good. For those who enjoy/love DW (and there are way more of us than some would have you believe), or are Zelda fans who have never played a Warriors game before but have an open mind, this is a review written for you fine people. Let’s get started…
The plot in Hyrule Warriors brings us to a new, original era in the kingdom of Hyrule. A new villain, a witch named Cia, arrives and throws the kingdom into chaos. In the ensuing conflict, portals to different eras in Hyrules history are opened, bringing the worlds of Skyward Sword, Ocarina of Time, and Twilight Princess into the fray. A new hero of legend (guess who THAT might be) must arise and he will be aided by the land’s beautiful, wise princess, her attendant/protector/general, and many disparate heroes from across time itself, to right everything. I’m being vague about the story on purpose, because this was one of the most pleasant surprises about the game to me. For what it is, I think the plot is pretty riveting, and shouldn’t be spoiled. There are plenty of twists and turns that keep you invested beyond the fun gameplay and Zelda celebration. It’s not award-winning stuff by any means, but the story is wish fulfillment at its finest. I have ALWAYS wanted to play a game where Link isn’t a lone wolf, but a hero of the people battling alongside Hyrule’s army against the forces of Darkness. I’ve ALWAYS wanted a Zelda game that let you play through the story as… well… ZELDA, and Impa, and Sheik, and Ganondorf, and Midna (my favorite Zelda companion, our Rat Terrier is named in her honor, lol), and this game finally lets me do that. That alone makes it special to me.
The plot is pretty good, but the storytelling itself is a big reason why it’s so compelling. Cutscenes combine the cinematic flair Team Ninja/Omega Force are known for, with the subtle style of a traditional Zelda narrative, with a dash of storybook fairy-tale, and it’s great. The action and cinematography is dynamic and exciting. Cutscenes are also made warmly nostalgic by the fact that all “speech” is relegated to traditional text boxes and “Zeldaesque” grunts/gibberish. I really like these two styles together. Even my wife loved the story in this game. She wanted to keep playing just to see what would happen next. All of the characters, whether familiar or new ones introduced in this game, are likable and fairly well-written. Any Zelda fan should find a lot to enjoy about the “Legend” mode in this game.
The plot may follow in the spirit of Zelda closely, but the gameplay is mostly a huge departure for the series. This is where the Dynasty/Samurai/Orochi Warriors part comes in. If you’re not familiar with DW (I’m assuming most reading this are Zelda fans and therefore are not), the gameplay goes a little like this: You assume the role of a larger-than-life hero among a big list of larger-than-life heroes, practically a demi-god in your powers and battle prowess, who enters massive battles between two (sometimes more)…
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|I loved Hyrule Warriors!,
I had already read a few reviews going in so I knew what I was getting myself into. Hyrule Warriors is Dynasty Warriors with a Zelda skin plus tons of fan service and I couldn’t be happier with that. The collaboration shows Koei Tecmo really did their research on the little touches that make Zelda what it is and it gets it right on many aspects of the series, from the familiar sound of striking an enemy with that final combo when they’re vulnerable, to the great fairy’s anime-dominatrix laugh. I was smiling the entire time! Don’t expect a lot of exploration or treasure hunting, but do expect lots of epic battling and non-stop action!
The combat can be repetitive when taken from an onlooker’s perspective but when you’re powering through enemy forces in the heat of battle you hardly notice that. You’re used to that when you play DW. It’s even better when played with a second player, however. As the levels progress you unlock more playable characters and, contrary to one review I read, after more that Link is available in two player mode you can feel free to switch from the iconic tunic-clad hero to one of his available comrades. I really enjoyed how powerful it felt to play as Impa or take advantage of the nimble Sheik’s skills. It can be deep, as well, when you get into using the Smithy to forge more powerful versions of your weapons or creating badges for additional effects. Note that in two player mode the only disappointment was that the resolution takes a hit being split onto two different screens: the TV and the Gamepad. It played smoothly enough and didn’t detract from the game, but I wish more had been done to remedy this. I didn’t mind the omission of online co-op since I’m not much for online play, but I realize this may be a point against it for some.
Graphically Omega Force did an amazing job. The character models are detailed and animate well, and sometimes I forgot I was playing a game that wasn’t developed by Nintendo. It’s that spot on. Musically, there are all the familiar tunes you’d expect from a Zelda title fused with a little DW flavor. They are more upbeat with heavier baselines that suit the mood of the game and get you pumped for battle. The compositions are extremely well done.
There are many different modes to play also, including a Free Mode where any stage unlocked can be played with any available unlocked character, including the playable boss characters. The same goes for adventure mode where the gameplay is a bit more structured as you work your way around the map unlocking new areas and weapons by completing certain objectives. These other modes can also be played co-op.
I won’t say anything of the story so as not to ruin it for anyone interested. I really did enjoy it, but let it be known going in that they did the best they possibly could to include characters from different timelines and zelda universes into one cohesive plot. It works like it’s supposed to, nonsensical as it might seem. I will say KT’s experience in the action genre lends a flavor to the cutscenes especially that Nintendo should take note of.
Overall, if you couldn’t tell by how I’ve been praising it, I really do recommend this game. It’s for fans of action games and Zelda fans that want to see a different take on the franchise they know and love!!!
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