Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm

"In the end, Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm channels its inner Legend of Zelda (quite well) and if you don&s;t own a Nintendo Switch, this game is a satisfying clone on the Xbox Series X for next-gen gamers …"

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm offers a top-notch adventure with clever situations and mechanics being introduced at nearly every turn. It&s;s also an impressive step up from the first game so I&s;m looking forward to what Cornfox &a; …"

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm, like the original Oceanhorn, fails to have its own identity. However, in some areas, it does Zelda better than, well, Zelda. While the sub-par combat and iffy performance bog down the experience, its …"

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm isn&s;t a bad game by any stretch of the imagination, but it does feel like it&s;s lacking something. This is a Zelda-like through and through, and if you want some traditional Zelda action, …"

"While it looks and performs better on console, a port simply cannot fix the problems at Oceanhorn 2&s;s core. Still, it may be worth dipping your toes in if you&s;re a 3D Zelda fanatic."

"Oceanhorn 2 has the odd moment which is really enjoyable, mostly limited to the puzzles and bosses within the dungeons. But there could be so much more here, there are glimpses of a game that could be really special, but …"

"A decent replacement for a 3D Zelda game, thanks to some interesting if unpolished ideas."

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm is not Zelda, nor does it pretend to be, although it may not seem so at first glance. It is true that it has elements that resemble the experience of Nintendo. Far from …"

"Inspired by Nintendo&s;s timeless classic, Oceanhorn 2 fails to outperform its predecessor and ends up in the shadows of Breath of the Wild. The combat fought and the lack of small improvements in quality of life end up making the …"

"Oceanhorn 2 is an ambitious step up from the first game in the series. While many will compare the game to Nintendo’s hallmark series. Oceanhorn 2 bravely throws it’s hat into the ring to enter the fray. While there are …"

"Dungeons and puzzles in the world are varied and just the right degree of challenging. It also certainly doesn&s;t hurt that it is a gorgeous game that holds its own as one of the prettier on Switch. The genre blending …"

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realms is the third installment of the saga, and ultimately a prequel to the first, and far from being totally continuous, it evolves to offer us a less classic visual aspect and playable mechanics. …"

"When you set your sights on trying to capture the essence of games in the mold of the Zelda series it has to be a daunting challenge..."

"If you are looking for a game similar to Breath of the Wild but with a smaller price tag, it will most certainly fill your needs. I definitely see myself picking this game up again in the near future. But …"

"If you’re fine with the occasional minor graphical bug, Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm is an essential RPG for the Nintendo Switch, and it might just tide you over until we get a new Zelda."

"Oceanhorn 2 is pretty good but leaves something to be desired, even if I can&s;t quite put my finger on what."

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of Lost Realm leaves a bit of a sour taste, thinking of what it could have been. Just a little extra effort in the combat system and more freedom in platforming could have made it a great …"

"Oceanhorn 2 isn’t very original. But freed of being directly and easily compared to the original by finally arriving on different systems, it’s much easier to appreciate just how strong of an imitation it is."

"Oceanhorn 2 is a decent game, albeit one that doesn&s;t do enough to stick out from the crowd. Excellent presentation and a clear understanding of the mechanics underlying the Zelda franchise make for a game that is satisfying and ultimately …"

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm bets all its chips on looking like The Legend Zelda, but fails to execute mandatory mechanics of the genre, such as locking the camera. The simple storyline and neat setting provide a fun …"

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm hits the mark in regards to creating a fun and original spin on a familiar gameplay style. For die-hard fans, the game unabashedly has a Zelda-esque feel to it, but the amount of …"

"So overall, while Oceanhorn 2: Knights of a Lost Realm may not live up to its predecessor of Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas, it still offers up a fun time if you can get past some of the limitations. The …"

"If you are looking for an action-adventure game (with light RPG elements) in the same vein as other 3D Zelda games, then Oceanhorn 2 is an adventure worth sailing."

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm looks and feels like a Legend of Zelda game, which is good. But comparing it to the Zelda series might lead to disappointment whereas, on its own, it&s;s mostly enjoyable. If you&s;re looking …"

"There isn’t a whole lot original about Oceanhorn 2, it very proudly wears its inspiration to the The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker; not on its sleeve but its cosplaying as Link. This isn’t a bad thing at all, as …"

"Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm’s release on more platforms offers the best possible experience with the game that harkens back to classic adventure games but doesn’t quite match up."

"A fantastic game worthy of being a proper sequel brimming with gorgeous visuals, immersive exploration, engaging combat, deep mechanics, and packed full of content which exceeds that of the average Indie Title. If you are looking for a Zelda-based adventure, …"