The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

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  • Summary: As a young boy, Link is tricked by Ganondorf, the King of the Gerudo Thieves. The evil human uses Link to gain access to the Sacred Realm, where he places his tainted hands on Triforce and transforms the beautiful Hyrulean landscape into a barren wasteland. Link is determined to fix theAs a young boy, Link is tricked by Ganondorf, the King of the Gerudo Thieves. The evil human uses Link to gain access to the Sacred Realm, where he places his tainted hands on Triforce and transforms the beautiful Hyrulean landscape into a barren wasteland. Link is determined to fix the problems he helped to create, so with the help of Rauru he travels through time gathering the powers of the Seven Sages.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. Gaming Maxx
    100
    Nothing but pure 100% fun, challenging, and lengthy.
  2. Nintendojo
    100
    [Review Score = 110] What's significant about this convergence of audio, graphics and gameplay is that you are COMPLETELY IMMERSED in Zelda's world. Why? Because everything is meticulously thought out. Each character and event plays a role in a storyline that sprawls like a J.R. Tolkien masterpiece...It's certainly the game of the decade.
  3. Hot Games
    Mar 24, 2016
    100
    A slightly flawed masterpiece, but a masterpiece nonetheless.
  4. Weekly Famitsu
    100
    10 / 10 / 10 / 10 - platinum [first ever perfect score]
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  5. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    100
    An epic adventure that is among the best N64 games. [Jan 2004, p.189]
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  6. Cincinnati Enquirer
    100
    This Zelda adventure will undoubtedly withstand the test of time and take its place as one of the best games to ever grace a home system.
  7. Happy Puppy
    Mar 24, 2016
    90
    Realism is one of the major reasons this title is so amazing. After playing for a while it feels as though you have actually been to Hyrule.
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  1. Positive: 1,720 out of 1911
  2. Mixed: 95 out of 1911
  3. Negative: 96 out of 1911
  1. ZeruDen64
    Dec 4, 2017
    10
    When video games comes to my mind, there's one thing that shows up and stays on my mind even after conversation ends, and it's Ocarina ofWhen video games comes to my mind, there's one thing that shows up and stays on my mind even after conversation ends, and it's Ocarina of Time. Over 20 years playing video games, and I feel like no experience merged its contents better than this game did back then and do right now. This is one of the few games that for me deserves the once-per-year replay title. You may find better soundtracks, better stories, better mechanics or characters in other games, but I'm pretty sure you wont find a better way to mix them up. Sometimes it's not the ingredients you use, but the way you cook them, and this one is just like the best meal you could ever ask for. Perfection flavored meal.… Expand
  2. CJO'Connell
    Feb 4, 2007
    10
    It holds such a place in my heart, just thinking about it brings joy to me and memories of when I was younger. To "Morgan" who posted before It holds such a place in my heart, just thinking about it brings joy to me and memories of when I was younger. To "Morgan" who posted before me, I couldn't relate more to the nostalgia brought on just because of The Legend Of Zelda:Ocarina Of Time. This game is absolutely incredible, beyond just sharp or clever, insanely good, gripping, awesome adventure and graphics, and extremely good gameplay and amazing game in itself. The quality cannot beaten, and it's storyline rocks. Link, in that magical forest, surrounding by astounding things he accomplishes in his quest to defeat Ganondorf(who turns into a massive overlord as Ganon in the final battle)and retrieve the Triforce. It just doesn't get any better than this. It just doesn't. And no matter how hard you try, like making some other game I'll love with graphics 10 times better, and even cooler gameplay, it won't matter. Because this game is the Nintendo 64 king, and the creators of this game should be incredibly proud of themselves for making this work of art.… Expand
  4. Jacody
    Nov 25, 2010
    10
    Anyone who gives the masterpiece below a 7 or an 8 is either just here to hate on the astounding zelda franchise, doesn't know a DAMN goodAnyone who gives the masterpiece below a 7 or an 8 is either just here to hate on the astounding zelda franchise, doesn't know a DAMN good game or is insane. The dungeons are interesting and unique, the characters are interesting and have personality, the story is highly engaging, the combat is varied, fluid, and fun, the items are amazing, there are a plethora of interesting side quests and collectibles, and considering the fact that this game was made in 1998 the graphics are amazing. The only real downside is that the game is somewhat linear and you can't continue on after beating the final boss, but that doesn't detract from the huge amount of fun I had playing this game. This has to be one of if not the best games ever made just as the others have said.… Expand
  5. Elmastiep
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    The legend of Zelda ocarina of time is a master piece, in my opinión is the best game ever created.
  6. Keener01
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Currently replaying this game and man I remember why I love this game so much! Amazing combat especially from an N64 game. Exploring HyruleCurrently replaying this game and man I remember why I love this game so much! Amazing combat especially from an N64 game. Exploring Hyrule and doing the side quests is so fun. One of the best stories I've played in a game and also using the Ocarina of Time is my safe space. Sorry Saria its just more aesthetically pleasing… Expand
  7. Seanolly
    May 13, 2016
    10
    This game is amazing, creative dungeons, memorable characters and a fantastic story. I can't say much this game hasn't already been praisedThis game is amazing, creative dungeons, memorable characters and a fantastic story. I can't say much this game hasn't already been praised for. It is a classic game that is a must play for any gamer.… Expand
  8. Klebin_Sabetudo
    Jul 9, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. POR QUE EU QUERO SINTO MUITO MUITO MESMO MAS A NINTENDO NÃO MERECE ADEUS ZELDA...… Expand

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#1 Best N64 Game of 1998
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#1 Most Discussed N64 Game of 1998
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#1 Most Shared N64 Game of 1998