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China DailyThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. This sequel to the critically acclaimed Breath of the Wild sent fans into an online frenzy, hitting the No 1 spot on Twitter's trending topics on May 11 and still ranking third on May 12. The game, combining its open-world exploration, innovative gameplay, and stunning visuals, has earned praise and perfect scores from well-known gaming media, including IGN, GameSpot, and VGC. IGN extolled it as an "unfathomable follow-up", surpassing its predecessor in virtually every aspect — from quality of life improvements to a genuinely riveting storyline, as well as inventive building mechanics. With this buzz, it's clear that The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is not just a game but a cultural phenomenon engaging a new generation of gamers.