The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker

 GameCube
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 1644 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 110 out of 1644
  3. Negative: 74 out of 1644
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  1. JonS
    Jun 24, 2009
    10
    Okay, so maybe it doesn't deserve a perfect score. Sure there's like two bits where i got stuck or kind of bored but the sheer wall of content that is enjoyable and intriguing to the very end is just exceptional, if i could 9.8.
  2. SaraB.
    Nov 8, 2003
    10
    It's really an 11 but they don't go up that high!it's the greatest game i've played since OoT! i love the cell graphics and the well there's to much that i like about the game to put it all on here!
  3. DamonZ.
    Oct 19, 2003
    10
    This is the best game i have ever had the pleasure of playing.
  4. NeilB.
    Dec 10, 2003
    10
    This is Truly the Best game I have ever played, the graphics are amazing! Me and my Best friend had hours of playing this! This is definitely a Must-Play Game!
  5. TomJ.
    Feb 21, 2003
    10
    It got a 97, "Lara" because most people aren't as superficial as yourself. The game was reviewed based on how it PLAYED, not on how it LOOKS.
  6. GeorgioF.
    Feb 22, 2003
    10
    i can honestly say that i have every single ZELDA game that was ever made. This game is awesome i am all over it if i could i would rate it a 17.
  7. JamesL.
    Feb 24, 2003
    10
    This will be one of the greatest titles for this gen. of consoles, and of all time. I love the new Link! cant wait to see hat the next Link will look like!
  8. BrendonM.
    Feb 24, 2003
    10
    In my opinion, this game is GREAT. It has good sound,a good plot, and good graphics. I don't have much to say, but if you buy it, you won't be sorry
  9. KirstieM.
    Mar 12, 2003
    10
    This is a totaly amazing game. no other can beat it.
  10. TaylorJ.
    Mar 16, 2003
    10
    This is simply the best use of animation I have EVER seen in a game. Sure "GTA: Vice City" and "Xenosaga" were realistic but it's nothing to the crispness of "Wind Waker". It's gameplay style is the best of the series.
  11. Doobie
    Mar 28, 2003
    10
    That's a spicy tamale!
  12. CharlesJ.
    Apr 12, 2003
    10
    The most stunning, puzzle filled, action filled dungeons ive ever played!
  13. TomB.
    Apr 18, 2003
    10
    When first I glimpsed Zelda's new look I was a bit apprehensive, but now that I have the game, I cannot give it anything less than a perfect score. Zelda is pure genius, and proves the gamer
  14. AlucardM.
    Apr 28, 2003
    10
    This is a wonderful game. I insist you to buy it if you love the other Zeldas. It has a fresh new look to it and I'm fine with it. As always it has many things to explore and find. The story is very, very good. This is my favorite game, it even beat Halo for me. BUY IT!!!
  15. JakeW.
    Jun 14, 2003
    10
    Don't believe the haters... this game rocks beautiful. It will take over your dreams and make you worship at the altar of boundless substance meeting ultracool style. Why read user comments, just go buy it.
  16. SomeoneYoudontknow
    Jun 24, 2003
    10
    People should be quiet about the cel-shading, all it does is bug us, and prevents this game (and console) from getting it's deserved creds. oh, by the way, there a neat glitch when your walking slowly up stairs.
  17. O.CERVANTES
    Jun 29, 2003
    10
    EXCELLENT!
  18. JaneM.
    Nov 28, 2004
    10
    Holey Moley what a game. I feel sorry for anonymous.. he played the best game of his life for prob thirty minutes didnt like the graphics and took it back to the store.. prob missed out on the best game of his life LOL, BL buddy!!
  19. KarlG.
    Sep 21, 2004
    10
    Best game on Gamecube.
  20. EduardoR.
    Apr 29, 2005
    10
    The game that many considered to be doomed to failure due to Nintendo´s radical changes to a classic turned out to be one of the best in the series!!! Perfect!!!
  21. DannyL.
    Nov 16, 2006
    10
    WW is an extraordinary game. I especially love this game because it brought me to the LoZ series. I don't know the reason I bought this but as soon as I started playing, I knew it would be a great game. The puzzles were fun, the cel-shading was innovative, and the storyline was great. Now, in 2006, I'm waiting for LoZ: TP and currently playing OoT and MM. I love being a LoZ fan WW is an extraordinary game. I especially love this game because it brought me to the LoZ series. I don't know the reason I bought this but as soon as I started playing, I knew it would be a great game. The puzzles were fun, the cel-shading was innovative, and the storyline was great. Now, in 2006, I'm waiting for LoZ: TP and currently playing OoT and MM. I love being a LoZ fan and I'm proud of it. Thank you WW.… Expand
  22. NateB.
    Dec 18, 2006
    10
    The people giving this game 0-5 are laughable. The fact that you have to state in your review that you are "over 12" or of the "mature demographic" shows that you are too childish to admit that this game is amazing. I am 23 years and have played games spanning all genres and can safely say that this is one of the best games I have ever played in my life. The art style just seethes emotion The people giving this game 0-5 are laughable. The fact that you have to state in your review that you are "over 12" or of the "mature demographic" shows that you are too childish to admit that this game is amazing. I am 23 years and have played games spanning all genres and can safely say that this is one of the best games I have ever played in my life. The art style just seethes emotion and it is a shame that western culture has too many self-conscious boys trying to be men that can't admit to loving a game that was designed to have universal appeal. Grow up... and re-play this game when you do.… Expand
  23. WillP.
    Feb 11, 2006
    10
    The Zelda series is the reason I've been loyal to Nintendo since the NES first came out in the mid 80s.
  24. DragonKnightofFinalFantasy
    Nov 27, 2004
    10
    My favorite GC game thus far. It has everything you want from a Zelda game while still not as good as Ocarina of Time it comes in at a close second. The combat is very fun. The extras and the side quests kicks major BUTT! It is a little short and a wee bit on the easy side. Which almost made me give it a 9 for it's shortness but it is still awesome. I'm sad people pass it by for My favorite GC game thus far. It has everything you want from a Zelda game while still not as good as Ocarina of Time it comes in at a close second. The combat is very fun. The extras and the side quests kicks major BUTT! It is a little short and a wee bit on the easy side. Which almost made me give it a 9 for it's shortness but it is still awesome. I'm sad people pass it by for it's cartoony graphics. Pick this up NOW!… Expand
  25. Kevin
    Nov 18, 2007
    10
    This game is practically flawless. It has tons of sidequests, great dungeons, beautiful graphics, wonderful controls, amazing music and a brilliant story. Much better then it's predecessor Ocarina of Time.
  26. muzziklover
    May 27, 2011
    10
    Pretty much one of the greatest games ever made and have always preferred this over any Zelda game, especially the fan favorite Ocarina of Time. Amazingly charming and beautiful graphics which still holds up to this day, perfect controls, excellent music, fantastic gameplay, absolutely epic story and a seemingly endless and satisfying lasting appeal. There is so much to do and explore inPretty much one of the greatest games ever made and have always preferred this over any Zelda game, especially the fan favorite Ocarina of Time. Amazingly charming and beautiful graphics which still holds up to this day, perfect controls, excellent music, fantastic gameplay, absolutely epic story and a seemingly endless and satisfying lasting appeal. There is so much to do and explore in this game and all your time spent playing is worth the hours. If you have a Gamecube or a Wii, do yourself a massive favour and buy it for yourself, your friends, your family and your pets.… Expand
  27. ukiki19
    Nov 21, 2010
    10
    Zelda wind waker es de lo mejor, buena musica ,excelentes efectos , un arte deslumbrante ,una buena historia y sobre todo un zelda de pie a cabesa.
    Lo bueno es principalmente su arte y jugabilidad, deseño de personajes su fantastica banda sonora y sobre todo el ambiente que procrea zelda.
    Lo malo es que es un poco corto nada mas. En conclusion el mejor videojuego de game    Zelda wind waker es de lo mejor, buena musica ,excelentes efectos , un arte deslumbrante ,una buena historia y sobre todo un zelda de pie a cabesa.
    Lo bueno es principalmente su arte y jugabilidad, deseño de personajes su fantastica banda sonora y sobre todo el ambiente que procrea zelda.
    Lo malo es que es un poco corto nada mas.
    En conclusion el mejor videojuego de game cube que uno no puede dejar de jugar aunque ya sea muy antiguo sigue teniendo un enganche y grafica maravillosa    … Expand
  28. selbaC
    Dec 18, 2010
    10
    Nintendo have certainly kept their expectations high while creating this game, an amazing story line (as always) and a very well though out layout (dungeons and the Great Sea). The "Wind Waker" for me, ranks higher than the "Twilight Princess" and "Majora's Mask", and can't wait for the next game to be released ..

    10/10
  29. KendylKlownfish
    Apr 26, 2011
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker isn't perfect, but it is as breathtakingly innovative and visually groundbreaking as any NGC game will ever be. Pros: A visually stellar balance of cartoonish design and 3-D environment; excellent controls, camera, and audio; thoroughly involving story; charming characters; lots of bosses, puzzles, and secrets. Cons: The sailing is beautiful at first,The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker isn't perfect, but it is as breathtakingly innovative and visually groundbreaking as any NGC game will ever be. Pros: A visually stellar balance of cartoonish design and 3-D environment; excellent controls, camera, and audio; thoroughly involving story; charming characters; lots of bosses, puzzles, and secrets. Cons: The sailing is beautiful at first, but remember, this is more than half of the game; more islands to explore would've been even better; needs a GBA and link cable to unlock ALL of the secrets.… Expand
  30. doodlerman
    Jun 12, 2011
    10
    When I saw the game's graphics I was pretty disappointed having grown up with OOT and MM, but I grew to accept it the instant I stared playing. This is one of the best Zelda games there is, and the animation actually works to invoke a certain emotional sense that previous games in the series didn't allow the characters to have. This really is a great game, and the story increases the loreWhen I saw the game's graphics I was pretty disappointed having grown up with OOT and MM, but I grew to accept it the instant I stared playing. This is one of the best Zelda games there is, and the animation actually works to invoke a certain emotional sense that previous games in the series didn't allow the characters to have. This really is a great game, and the story increases the lore of Hyrule and creates an entirely new world to explore. There's lots of great side-quests and a vast ocean to explore. There's very little not to do in this game, and you can't beat it in a matter of a few hours. This is a game that will take you a few days at the very least and is definitely worth buying.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best GameCube Game of 2003
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#1 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2003
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#4 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2003

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Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 80 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 80 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 80
  3. Negative: 0 out of 80
  1. Weekly Famitsu
    100
    10 / 10 / 10/ 10 - 40 platinum
  2. NTSC-uk
    100
    When one picks up the controller, the ability to step into that time and place (never more hauntingly beautiful than in this latest instalment) never loses its allure. Even the most hardened of cynics would have to admit that this title is something else entirely. It's the stuff of dreams. [JPN Import]
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  3. Eurogamer
    100
    Simply a stunning, magical game.
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