The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D

 3DS
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 1936 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,747 out of 1936
  2. Mixed: 101 out of 1936
  3. Negative: 88 out of 1936
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  1. hannabanana
    Dec 23, 2014
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Personally I feel the game feels a bit old and lacking. First of all I expected more in terms of its story, but disappointed.

    One thing that I find weird is their version of saving is a bit... different. I saved at the castle level where you need to get past guards patrolling but to my surprise when I loaded my save found out I had to walk ALL THE WAY back to the level from where you start a new game. On top of that, all the monsters instantly respawn as soon as you leave a zone - yes, clean the monsters, go to other room, come back, ta-da! All the monsters are there!

    I think with this current state of the game it feels like a beta to me more than a complete game. I gave it a 4 because the puzzles can be fun, but anything beyond that there wasn't anything for me.    … Expand
  2. bigfatal
    Nov 11, 2015
    1
    This version of the game makes me miss the N64. The controls basically ruined an above average game for me. The soundtrack and the visuals look awesome.
  3. DinoBeam
    Feb 12, 2019
    3
    The art style and atmosphere have been butchered in this re-release. Blood removed, moon symbols removed, saturation tripled, shiny anime game effect added. This is not Ocarina of Time, it's missing one of the most key parts of the experience, the mood. Playing this does not mean you have played Oot, you are still missing out heavily.
  4. LordMOrion
    Sep 17, 2017
    2
    This game might have a good story and even game mechanics. However it has dreadful controls, in fact nothing I have ever played is as awkward to control as this game. In fairness some of the fault lies with the 3DS, its not the best console for this type of game. However other games manage it. I am sorry to criticise the Legend of Zelda, as I loved the Oracles games and BotW but this justThis game might have a good story and even game mechanics. However it has dreadful controls, in fact nothing I have ever played is as awkward to control as this game. In fairness some of the fault lies with the 3DS, its not the best console for this type of game. However other games manage it. I am sorry to criticise the Legend of Zelda, as I loved the Oracles games and BotW but this just isn't good enough.… Expand
  5. MaximusZeldafan
    Jun 10, 2023
    0
    One of the worst remasters I have ever played in my life. The movement feels awful. Link moves awful and not 360 like he usually does (windwaker, twilight princess, skyward sword, etc.) . The worst part is the fact that you can't move the camera but i guess that is the 3ds's fault. When the camera can't move it is hard to platform. And even if you can just L target to move your camera, itOne of the worst remasters I have ever played in my life. The movement feels awful. Link moves awful and not 360 like he usually does (windwaker, twilight princess, skyward sword, etc.) . The worst part is the fact that you can't move the camera but i guess that is the 3ds's fault. When the camera can't move it is hard to platform. And even if you can just L target to move your camera, it doesn't help that link has bad and oppressed directional movement to the point where you keep trying to L target to the right direction, but it wouldn't work. 0/10 game with embarrasingly dated parts to it like the bugs, sound effects, and bad but improved graphics which really isn't much considering Oot came out back in the 90's. If you ever want to have an awesome experience with this game, play the original. It is really unfortanate how they butchered such a legendary game.… Expand
  6. Kirshks
    Jun 30, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it's so overrated, I tried to play it and experience was awfull, game is trash… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best 3DS Game of 2011
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#1 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2011
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#2 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2011

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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 85 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 84 out of 85
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 85
  3. Negative: 0 out of 85
  1. DailyGame
    Dec 12, 2011
    80
    For Zelda fanatics, this re-release of one of the best Zelda titles out there seems like it could be a cash grab – but the additions, especially the great use of the 3DS graphical prowess and the 3D itself make it a must purchase for all gamers, new and old.
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  2. Gamestyle
    Dec 6, 2011
    100
    Beautiful graphics, that wonderful soundtrack, the enthralling story and that damn annoying fairy, the 3DS version has it all and is easily the best port to ever be made of the legend.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 19, 2011
    92
    One of the most definite games from the 90's is back better than ever. The new visuals brighten the epic adventure well, and the Master Quest is a nice add. All in all Ocarina of Time is a true classic belonging in every 3DS owner's shelf. [Aug 2011]
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