The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

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  1. tybyrd93
    Jun 19, 2014
    10
    There's a reason this is considered by many as the greatest game of all time. It is not only the quintessential zelda game, but the greatest adventure ever created.
  2. LateralusDragon
    Jun 29, 2014
    10
    This game has helped shape the gaming industry, with new game mechanics like Z targeting and the amount of world you can make. Along with "Half Life" showed that games can be works of art, even surpassing books and movies, with the use of great scenery and story telling. People today criticize this game saying it is overrated and we only like it because of our nostalgia. Honestly they areThis game has helped shape the gaming industry, with new game mechanics like Z targeting and the amount of world you can make. Along with "Half Life" showed that games can be works of art, even surpassing books and movies, with the use of great scenery and story telling. People today criticize this game saying it is overrated and we only like it because of our nostalgia. Honestly they are sort of corrected, but they forget about the time period this game came out there was nothing like it and even today we still see ideas take from it into future games. This game features some of the most memorable soundtracks of all time. Most gamers can identify almost any song played from this game. Also this was one of the best games during the era. Including some of the best dungeons and bosses of any of the other games. Overall if you never played this game you really should, but remember you have to keep in mind that this game is almost sixteen years old. If you can keep that in mind it is one of the best gaming experiences ever created.… Expand
  3. TheBlack120
    Jun 25, 2014
    10
    Ic zér só gut ez egy nagyon kifinumult jatek lehet regi de azert sukar de ráadásul nem is rossz érted vegyed megfele ... most azonnal mert ezegy regi jatek de joooo
  4. dinosauryoshi
    Jun 30, 2014
    10
    Ahh the memories, I can't really write an in depth review on this one due to just how long ago it was I played this but I can remember absolutely loving it. I've not really got into a Zelda game since (I'm more of a Mario man really) but this was the first time a video-game really immersed me in a story. I was challenged and wowed on every corner and will always remember this as one of theAhh the memories, I can't really write an in depth review on this one due to just how long ago it was I played this but I can remember absolutely loving it. I've not really got into a Zelda game since (I'm more of a Mario man really) but this was the first time a video-game really immersed me in a story. I was challenged and wowed on every corner and will always remember this as one of the highlights of my video-game career. The music still gives me goosebumps, taking me back to when I used to play this as a wee nipper. A beautiful game and thoroughly deserving of the praise it keeps on getting.… Expand
  5. texan4life6
    Jul 8, 2014
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is no less than the greatest game ever made in my opinion. It is, and probably always will be, my favorite video game. I first played this when I was 7 and since then I have probably beaten this game close to 20 times and every time I play it, I still love it. The songs are unforgettable, the dungeons are spectacular (even the Water Temple), and theThe Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is no less than the greatest game ever made in my opinion. It is, and probably always will be, my favorite video game. I first played this when I was 7 and since then I have probably beaten this game close to 20 times and every time I play it, I still love it. The songs are unforgettable, the dungeons are spectacular (even the Water Temple), and the characters are great. This game set the standard for all those after it; the best Zelda game and the best action-adventure game ever. Games today cannot compare to Ocarina of Time.… Expand
  6. magm1212
    Jul 10, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's simple, we're in year 2014, I've just finished this game and all I have to say is: THEY WERE RIGHT,THIS IS THE BEST GAME OF THE HISTORY, the graphics (for 1998), the history, the MUSIC, the dungeons and quests, all is perfect, every character in this virtual world exists for something, they're not just people that fill a world (like most of the actual games), this is the best "open world" ever, even it isn´t considered an open world. 10/10 just because I can't evaluate it with an 11.… Expand
  7. PuffinPooper
    Feb 19, 2015
    10
    Played this game for the first time this past week and it has to be one of my favourite games of all time. The story is engaging, every character that has more than one line has some sort of depth, and the gameplay is flawless. For whatever reason, this has been the number one game to hate for the collective hipster and fanboy that is the internet. I came to this conclusion because whenPlayed this game for the first time this past week and it has to be one of my favourite games of all time. The story is engaging, every character that has more than one line has some sort of depth, and the gameplay is flawless. For whatever reason, this has been the number one game to hate for the collective hipster and fanboy that is the internet. I came to this conclusion because when you ask someone why they hate it, they say its overrated then leave without giving any solid arguments. Are you insane? Seriously this is the closest thing you can get to a masterpiece in games. Giving this anything below an 8 would be a sin. Also I prefer the 3DS version, where they fix a few of the problems the N64 game had. And the obvious addition of 3D and better graphics.… Expand
  8. adrianomigs
    Feb 28, 2015
    10
    Zelda ocarina p4p all time. ................................................................................................................................
  9. PersianReviewer
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    3 words: Legendary, Epic, Perfection. Being a huge fan of the Zelda franchise, this game is truly majestic. When you play this game, you really feel as though you were on a great adventure. You gain a lot of satisfaction in doing so. I can't count the number of times I played this game because of how addicting it is, unlike others games I played, where I would beat the game, and not play3 words: Legendary, Epic, Perfection. Being a huge fan of the Zelda franchise, this game is truly majestic. When you play this game, you really feel as though you were on a great adventure. You gain a lot of satisfaction in doing so. I can't count the number of times I played this game because of how addicting it is, unlike others games I played, where I would beat the game, and not play it again. OoT is on a whole different level. A level higher than Halo, CoD, Destiny, and all those other overated games. OoT is a must play for gamers around the world!… Expand
  10. jakedargie1298
    Apr 21, 2015
    10
    This game is brilliant. The game itself shows the gaming audience that graphics do not make a good game. The story is legendary. The game play is awesome. Any chance you can, BUY IT!!!!!
  11. LeonardoBarbosa
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    O jogo inovou sua época, se tornou referência para os subsequentes. A jogabilidade, com aqueles quebra-cabeças únicos e enredo envolvente, nunca serão batidos. Best game ever!
  12. vinicius77777
    Feb 19, 2016
    10
    amei esse jogo, ele tem uma ótima história, um grande senário pra explorar que por sinal é muito bem feito, ótima trilha sonora, ótima jogabilidade. simplesmente o melhor jogo da 5 geração.
  13. tasteful-gamer
    Mar 26, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Still the best game ever; game design, gameplay, atmosphere. Using story devices such as time travel and music as a gameplay device and vice versa. Revolutionary. Varied, vivid, organic, funny.… Expand
  14. samstylle
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    The best game ever made

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  15. AGoodGame
    Mar 20, 2018
    10
    One of the Greatest Adventures in Video Game History, Nintendo knows how to make Proper Games that have a true story, beautiful music and unforgettable moments.
  16. Electricity23
    May 15, 2018
    10
    Probably the best Zelda game I’ve ever played. Miss playing this game so much. Not the best graphics, but it is also old. Damn the nostalgia
  17. EpicGames
    Jun 14, 2018
    10
    No one game until now cant beat this masterpiece. Is the best of the best's.
  18. antenneone
    Aug 3, 2018
    10
    El juego de mi infancia. Nunca jugué a nada mas grande que a Ocarina of Time
  19. Leontorres7
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Legendary game, play it, this game changed my life for good, all I have for this game is LOVE.
  20. stalfosi
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    Even after twenty years of amazing new releases in this industry, Ocarina is still my favorite game and my favorite work of entertainment/art altogether.
  21. DJKrimson
    May 6, 2020
    10
    Absolute masterpiece, very ahead of it's time. Combat, exploration, plot, graphics, music, environments, everything is perfect.
  22. Zorrk
    May 22, 2019
    10
    Simply, the best game ever made. Everything is just perfect with this game. Masterpiece.
  23. Pegawolf
    Jul 17, 2019
    10
    The legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time is an amazing must play experience. Replayability,good game design for the most part. Amazing story, great immersion although not the best representation of Nintendo's famous formula at it's best it is still a masterpiece.
  24. NotTerryOsborn
    May 3, 2021
    10
    Ocarina of time may be a little aged, but it with out a doubt, is the best video game ever made. You go on a vast adventure that takes you all across the fictional land of Hyrule, where you explore everything from caves, to dungeons. This is a must play game.
  25. alec7468
    Dec 20, 2012
    10
    There are a lot of people who call this game overrated, but this game is truly one of the greatest games of all time, with most of the other greatest games being other Zelda games.
  26. killerghs
    May 10, 2013
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time that has aged to become an instant classic it was amazing back then and its still amazing now this is a game you can not miss if you call your self a gamer
  27. MoeJ.
    Jul 5, 2005
    10
    That game ROCKS!!!
  28. Alok125554
    May 22, 2014
    10
    Legendary of course. I love this game no matter how much old it is. Every element of this game is very balanced and fun. Story and those silent character with amazing expressions are truly impressive. I dream it on PC with ultra tech graphics
  29. bestbloodyday
    May 29, 2012
    9
    The best adventure game of all times. Cool battle mechanics, hard puzzles, huge dungeons and maps and lots of curious stuff. The mechanic is pretty easy and yet, very addictive. As you explore the different areas, you'll discover how some places are out of reach. As you keep finding new items and learn new tricks, you'll be able to gain access to new areas and face harder and harderThe best adventure game of all times. Cool battle mechanics, hard puzzles, huge dungeons and maps and lots of curious stuff. The mechanic is pretty easy and yet, very addictive. As you explore the different areas, you'll discover how some places are out of reach. As you keep finding new items and learn new tricks, you'll be able to gain access to new areas and face harder and harder puzzles. This game can give you 20 or maybe 30 hours of fun (depends how many time you'll need to clear the dungeons and bosses). Also, the soundtrack is one of the best ever made for a videogame.… Expand
  30. hunttom420
    Jan 15, 2013
    10
    pure mastepiece. This is still and always will be one of the best games ever made for any playform, one of the best games of ALL TIME. The story, the plot, from beginning to end flows like a river. The items, the weapons are amazing. This is Zelda at it's peak and it doesn't get any better.Perfect game.
  31. kane148
    Aug 6, 2012
    10
    Honestly, this is the only Zelda game I've played all the way through, and while I don't consider it the best game EVAR or anything, it's definitely one of the best for the N64. The graphics are what you'd expect from the N64, but the music is great and the story is pretty good. The gameplay is fun and fairly diverse, though I always found the beginning to be a bit slow. If you neverHonestly, this is the only Zelda game I've played all the way through, and while I don't consider it the best game EVAR or anything, it's definitely one of the best for the N64. The graphics are what you'd expect from the N64, but the music is great and the story is pretty good. The gameplay is fun and fairly diverse, though I always found the beginning to be a bit slow. If you never played this classic, you owe it to yourself to do so.… Expand
  32. chronoT
    Sep 2, 2012
    10
    This game deserves nothing less than a 10, and we all know it!!! What an epic adventure this game is. The graphics, music, gameplay were and still can be considered marvelous. Due to graphics nowadays most 64 titles are somewhat hard to really get into, but this game will be playable for years, maybe decades to come. If you haven't played through this game, do whatever is necessary to doThis game deserves nothing less than a 10, and we all know it!!! What an epic adventure this game is. The graphics, music, gameplay were and still can be considered marvelous. Due to graphics nowadays most 64 titles are somewhat hard to really get into, but this game will be playable for years, maybe decades to come. If you haven't played through this game, do whatever is necessary to do so because you will not regret it. Seriously, my life would not be the same without playing this game, except I would have the 5 hours back it took me figure out the passage under the moving platform in the water temple!… Expand
  33. Rainbow-Dash
    Mar 3, 2013
    10
    This game has awesome graphics, amazing music, cool little secrets, tons of random areas to explore, perfect controls, silly dialogue, fun puzzles and very unique dungeons. It's definitely a perfect game, and anyone who says otherwise doesn't know true gaming.
  34. OrochiSlayer
    Dec 20, 2013
    8
    Yeah it was a bestselling game, and it was the first 3D Zelda game... but that doesn't make it great. The camera sucks sometimes, the controls are sketchy, the graphics are pretty bad and you spend almost as much time listening to that f***ing owl and Navi as you do in the Water Temple. But, hey, at least the rest of the game was good.
  35. keitaro202
    Sep 10, 2014
    10
    Zelda OT was the game that ruined you. It set the standard. It explains why so many games today fail to be interesting or even entertaining. In fact, Zelda OT was the game I compared every single game I played to.
  36. stevensp
    Jul 29, 2014
    10
    its perfect the most amazing game ever made the grafics,sound,history ,characters is simply perfect nintendo made not only a best game ever made but made a true legend
  37. Bernadet
    Sep 8, 2015
    10
    quite simply perfection, love the story the graphics the game play every gamer needs to play this game it is as simple as that everything in the story culminates in such an incredible ending this game is just gold I cherish it as I know you will too.
  38. Some_Random_Guy
    Aug 8, 2019
    10
    Just loved it! Great story, great gameplay and great tempels (except: the Watertempel)
  39. ReviewFORgames
    May 21, 2020
    10
    -Perfection- Deserve Best Game Of all time Have Graphics problems? play the 3d version
  40. Pixarlover
    Oct 17, 2012
    10
    It's Super Mario 64 mixed with Lord of the Rings epicness. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is a damn fine game to play any time at all. Who doesn't love Link time-travelling between the present and the future using the Temple of Time as the portal?

    When I first played this I was overwhelmed by how epic it was. They just don't make video games like this anymore, except for the    It's Super Mario 64 mixed with Lord of the Rings epicness. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is a damn fine game to play any time at all. Who doesn't love Link time-travelling between the present and the future using the Temple of Time as the portal?

    When I first played this I was overwhelmed by how epic it was. They just don't make video games like this anymore, except for the recent Zelda games.    … Expand
  41. gamecatz
    Mar 28, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have not beat the game yet but so I far I like everything except for what happens to Saria. It's great that she's a sage. Unfortunately it's crappy that she'll never see Link again and he'll never see her again!!! Saria is such a great character and I'm so pissed that Kokiri never grow up. Sure Zelda may be the "main girl" in the series; but Link and Saria always had special relationship and I mad that she's gone. I've still seen the credits of the game but I'm still mad. I'm sure if you go to this link you may ot may not agree with me.

    https://zeldadungeon.net/forum/threads/should-saria-return-in-another-zelda-game.5227/    … Expand
  42. Nintendocritc
    Dec 21, 2018
    10
    Um jogo muito bom eu recomendo. O melhor jogo de todos os tempos muuuuuuuuuiiiiittttttoooo booooooooooooooooooommmmmmm
  43. WilliamJ.
    Mar 22, 2007
    10
    One thing I hated about this game is it openess, hyrule field and all the other places look great and with out the expansive areas it just wouldn't be as good. But like Elder Scrolls 4: Obilvion I don't like the openness, still completely different game, but i hope you understand. I never completed it by myself but played it countless time. This was the first game my sister One thing I hated about this game is it openess, hyrule field and all the other places look great and with out the expansive areas it just wouldn't be as good. But like Elder Scrolls 4: Obilvion I don't like the openness, still completely different game, but i hope you understand. I never completed it by myself but played it countless time. This was the first game my sister loved and played it 2 times over.… Expand
  44. Link
    Aug 4, 2004
    10
    Old is Gold. Who ever rates this bad was labotamized.
  45. DylanR.
    Dec 7, 2008
    10
    Most likely the best game of all time. Its a legendary gaming experience for all ages. Even to this day, it holds more fun and replay value than Twilight Princess. I could not set the game down and right when I beat it, I played it again, I could not get enough. There was so many things to do and if you had a good imagination there were so many more. The music was soothing and catchy, you Most likely the best game of all time. Its a legendary gaming experience for all ages. Even to this day, it holds more fun and replay value than Twilight Princess. I could not set the game down and right when I beat it, I played it again, I could not get enough. There was so many things to do and if you had a good imagination there were so many more. The music was soothing and catchy, you could run around and play with all your items and still have a blast. The bosses were all interesting and the puzzles all simplistic, yet challenging to the untamed eye. The story itself was epic with many surprising twists and turns throughout the game. It is truly an experience you will never forget and I urge anyone who has still not played it to pick it up, and even those who have I urge you to replay it. And if you still want more, there is still an adventure waiting for you, pick up and play Majora's Mask.… Expand
  46. Praetor
    Mar 19, 2008
    10
    This is hands-down the greatest game of all time.
  47. ThomasW.
    Jan 3, 2002
    9
    Great game, but I actually prefered "Majoras Mask."
  48. StevenW
    Jun 30, 2008
    9
    This is by far one of the greatest games ever made. The only problem is that is solely for the N64. Perhaps a Wii version would have been slightly more fun.
  49. AnderrrrewT.
    Sep 15, 2002
    8
    Geez it's a good game but I don't think it deserves a 98 overall! The graphics (even for their time) were a little muddy and low polygon, and some of the gameplay elements were rather contrived. plus it's sort of short. Don't get me wrong, it's probably the first game of it's kind, and the gameplay itself is amazingly intuitive, and the dungeon design isGeez it's a good game but I don't think it deserves a 98 overall! The graphics (even for their time) were a little muddy and low polygon, and some of the gameplay elements were rather contrived. plus it's sort of short. Don't get me wrong, it's probably the first game of it's kind, and the gameplay itself is amazingly intuitive, and the dungeon design is great, but it certainly isn't without flaw. The music is sort of cheesy too. but what the f..... do I know.… Expand
  50. MikeS.
    Dec 5, 2005
    10
    The fact is this game has reached the pinnacle of the gaming expirience and the entire feel of the game is amazing, to the point that it has not been matched yet. There is an undeniable dept to this game making it the greatest game of all.
  51. VulcanT.
    Mar 21, 2008
    10
    Personally I believe this is the best game ever and I still play it after almost 10 years of its launch. No matter what happens this will continue to be the greatest game of all times because of its excellent story.
  52. Anonomys
    Oct 21, 2009
    8
    It's a good game but it is extremely overratted. the only thing it introducedus to the Zelda franchise was to introduce the games in 3-D and use 3 items instead of 1 or 2.
  53. GaborA.
    Nov 11, 2003
    9
    Flawless in every aspect except a very important one. There is no challenge what so ever. Puzzles and finding your way around only take patience and enemies/hazards are a joke. 20 hearts and three faries make it impossible to die and if you forget to pause it a die somehow then a farrie will revive you. A beautiful and fun game but its impossible to turn god mode off.
  54. Kevin
    Nov 18, 2007
    9
    It is a very good game, but no longer the masterpiece it once was. It has since been topped by Wind Waker and Twilight Princess. Although it was certainly revolutionary, it is unfortunately quite dated now, but it is still a very solid game.
  55. TheQuietGamer
    Jun 5, 2012
    9
    I was recently spoiled by the 3DS port of this legendary game, and while I recommend the 3DS version over the N64 version do to the 3DS version having more content, better controls, and updated graphics, this game is fantastic no matter which system you play it on. A fantastic story, near perfect controls, what may be the greatest soundtrack of all time, gorgeous graphics (for the time),I was recently spoiled by the 3DS port of this legendary game, and while I recommend the 3DS version over the N64 version do to the 3DS version having more content, better controls, and updated graphics, this game is fantastic no matter which system you play it on. A fantastic story, near perfect controls, what may be the greatest soundtrack of all time, gorgeous graphics (for the time), fun and challenging gameplay, and a lot of content are all what this game has. This game, particularly this port of the game, has withstood the test of time, and is without a doubt one of the greatest games of all time that is completely deserving of every ounce of praise it has received. A must play.… Expand
  56. Tokyochuchu
    Dec 3, 2012
    9
    Ocarina of Time is one of the most influential games of all time. Back in 1998 it was undoubtedly the best game ever made. Now things have evolved beyond recognition. Is Ocarina of Time still the best game ever? I don't think so. Not with titles like Red Dead Redemption and Journey available. But it would still make my top twenty best. And it still is and forever will be the most memorableOcarina of Time is one of the most influential games of all time. Back in 1998 it was undoubtedly the best game ever made. Now things have evolved beyond recognition. Is Ocarina of Time still the best game ever? I don't think so. Not with titles like Red Dead Redemption and Journey available. But it would still make my top twenty best. And it still is and forever will be the most memorable game of all time. Nothing has ever come close to blowing me away quite the way Ocarina of Time did when I first played through it as a kid.… Expand
  57. Exilink
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    I played this when I was a child and I still play it on my free time!!! Just roaming around hyrule XD That's how awesome it is!! One of the best game ever made.
  58. DevastatorBrawl
    Dec 8, 2012
    10
    People call it the best game ever, and I don't disagree. I'm on board with them! BEST GAME EVER MADE. I would give this game a 10/10. There are no problems, and definitely recommended.
  59. Nero97
    Jan 9, 2012
    10
    The best game in the whole history. It doesn't matter which year you're playing it, the graphics are from a 64-bit console, of course they will be worse than a Ps3 game. This will ALWAYS be the best game ever. The first Zelda that changed all the other zeldas since than. Incomparable, a huge masterpiece, the best of all time.
  60. JackLiberty0
    Jan 17, 2019
    10
    Although the game is pretty dated by today's standards in quality, when this game first came out in 1998, gamers played nothing like this. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time was a huge innovator in open world 3D action-adventures and the targeting system that has since been copied in many games, including big name titles like Grand Theft Auto V. You might think the game looks prettyAlthough the game is pretty dated by today's standards in quality, when this game first came out in 1998, gamers played nothing like this. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time was a huge innovator in open world 3D action-adventures and the targeting system that has since been copied in many games, including big name titles like Grand Theft Auto V. You might think the game looks pretty ugly, but this was easily one of the greatest 3D games people played up until that point. It should be required to learn when you go to college to learn how to program games. Citizen Kane is the one film everyone in film school watches. Ocarina of Time should be the one game everyone in coding class should play. It is still one of the most important video games ever made and should be regarded as a flawless masterpiece.… Expand
  61. Annoymous1
    May 1, 2014
    10
    Games can't get as good as this, and beats most of the new games. For any retro gamer, this game would be one that you will be playing again and again. A masterpiece of gaming and art.
  62. Jorchking
    Nov 26, 2018
    9
    No voy a entrar en detalles de tantos análisis que hay, sólo voy a agregar que es de los mejores juegos que he jugado en mi vida. Las razones los pueden encontrar en los análisis anteriores, tampoco es difícil saber por qué gustó a tantos (si es que lo has jugado)
  63. KnightfallLA
    May 3, 2013
    10
    A game that is played by kids and adults alike, Ocarina of Time is a timeless classic. Every aspect of it from gameplay to the soundtrack is spectacular. If you want an amazing story with sides of challenging puzzles, then look no further...although not for the faint of mind *coughs* Water Temple.
  64. bjl26
    Mar 12, 2014
    10
    played this game a lot when was younger... just got an emulator to play it again... I still love it... people need to remember that this game was created in 1998, not 2014. We have come a huge way since then in graphics. The game it self is still one of my top favorites and I think will be the only game with a perfect score. those that voted with a "0" ether didn't play the game allplayed this game a lot when was younger... just got an emulator to play it again... I still love it... people need to remember that this game was created in 1998, not 2014. We have come a huge way since then in graphics. The game it self is still one of my top favorites and I think will be the only game with a perfect score. those that voted with a "0" ether didn't play the game all the way or are just hating on Zelda in general. I bet I bet if there is a remake, It will be the best game of all time… Expand
  65. Andremax
    Jul 10, 2018
    10
    The best videogame of all time? Why not? The amazing original soundtrack can tell, the best of all time in videogames. Not excluding the amazing and pretty visual (althought poligonal graphics) combined with the epic and beautiful history. All of this add to make this game full of beauty and magic. The dungeons, open-world map, sidequests and attractive story makes this game quiteThe best videogame of all time? Why not? The amazing original soundtrack can tell, the best of all time in videogames. Not excluding the amazing and pretty visual (althought poligonal graphics) combined with the epic and beautiful history. All of this add to make this game full of beauty and magic. The dungeons, open-world map, sidequests and attractive story makes this game quite immersive.
    Even after almost two decades after it was released, it's still satisfactory playing this game.    … Expand
  66. AliasAndrew
    Sep 15, 2016
    10
    If you haven't played it yet and are wondering if you should try such an old game, I say run! Do it now! I just replayed it for the first time after many years and it retains all of its magic. A masterpiece by anyone's standards. At worst you'll love it. I envy you the experience of playing it for the first time. Still here? Go play you lucky b...
  67. markvvhite
    Sep 27, 2014
    10
    wtf valve this isnt call of duty 9 i tried to quick scope with friends and set up trick shots but it said FaZe.exe was not running properly wtf 0/10 worst game ever
  68. royis
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    this is the best zelda game ever made if you love zelda you should get this game the level in this game has the best puzzle in a zelda game you will fall in love withs game
  69. Courageismight
    Nov 28, 2014
    10
    Besides lack of replay value this game is astonishing it has such a great story line its one of the Zelda games that I will rank along with Twilight Princess, Skyward Sword and Majora's mask.
    This game set the stage for Windwaker and has a dynamic serious world full of interesting enemies characters puzzles items and more.
    This game also paved the way for Majora's mask which was a game    Besides lack of replay value this game is astonishing it has such a great story line its one of the Zelda games that I will rank along with Twilight Princess, Skyward Sword and Majora's mask.
    This game set the stage for Windwaker and has a dynamic serious world full of interesting enemies characters puzzles items and more.
    This game also paved the way for Majora's mask which was a game with great atmosphere and a mysterious story.
    The only Zelda game I would rate significantly higher in terms of construction would be a Link to the Past now that game was INCREDIBLE now I know that you would think that this game would not have good replay value but it DOES because a Link to the past had all of the great story and characters with the GREATEST Zelda puzzles of ALL time its so great I have not beaten it since    … Expand
  70. LuigiCuau
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    UNA OBRA MAESTRA, SIMPLEMENTE EL MEJOR VIDEOJUEGO DE TODOS LOS TIEMPOS, la razón por la que el Nintendo 64 fue infinitamente mejor que la PS1, Zelda Ocarina es ejemplo de perfección, la banda sonora de 10, game play de 10, historia de 10, gráficos de 10, personajes de 10, es un juego te deja marcado de por vida que te hace seguir jugando y querer salvar a Hyrule del terrible GANONDORF, elUNA OBRA MAESTRA, SIMPLEMENTE EL MEJOR VIDEOJUEGO DE TODOS LOS TIEMPOS, la razón por la que el Nintendo 64 fue infinitamente mejor que la PS1, Zelda Ocarina es ejemplo de perfección, la banda sonora de 10, game play de 10, historia de 10, gráficos de 10, personajes de 10, es un juego te deja marcado de por vida que te hace seguir jugando y querer salvar a Hyrule del terrible GANONDORF, el diseño de los jefes es espectacular, los acertijos y mazmorras otra obra maestra.

    Simplemente es el mejor juego de todos los tiempos para la mejor consola de todos los tiempos.    … Expand
  71. NanGamer
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    Depois de anos estou em 2019 e retorno a OCarina of Time mais uma vez, e poxa vida, o jogo continua incrível. Com dungeons incríveis, um level design maravilhoso, Ocarina of Time não apenas é o melhor jogo de todos os tempos como é o mais importante. Tudo o que você joga nos dias de hoje bebe da fonte criativa, vinda diretamente de um tal Shigeru Miyamoto. Aqui a Nintendo tem sua obraDepois de anos estou em 2019 e retorno a OCarina of Time mais uma vez, e poxa vida, o jogo continua incrível. Com dungeons incríveis, um level design maravilhoso, Ocarina of Time não apenas é o melhor jogo de todos os tempos como é o mais importante. Tudo o que você joga nos dias de hoje bebe da fonte criativa, vinda diretamente de um tal Shigeru Miyamoto. Aqui a Nintendo tem sua obra prima definitiva, um respeito não só a fãs de video games mas também a apreciadores e entusiastas nas mais diversas áreas da arte.… Expand
  72. nervioso2009
    Jul 2, 2019
    10
    Probablemente el mejor juego de la historia. Un título revolucionario que marcó un antes y un después en la historia de los vídeojuegos.

    10/10
  73. LeMonBLOCK
    Feb 18, 2015
    10
    this is one of the best games i ever played IF not the best , its one of those games where you can say '' i used a walkthrough , but i still enjoyed it '' everything about it is great EVERYTHING
  74. garyw_81
    May 10, 2018
    10
    this is quite simply the greatest game ever made the only problem with this game is that no game will ever surpass it brilliance
  75. JuniorRemualdo
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Joguei esse jogo a muito muito tempo, no N64, esse foi meu primeiro jogo da franquia zelda, fiquei apaixonado pela qualidade da historia, controles, trilha sonora, é um jogo que nunca esquecerei, depois de anos joguei novamente no 3DS, foi uma nostalgia.
  76. DDP25
    Dec 14, 2015
    10
    Simply the best of the best
    Simplemente lo mejor de lo mejor
    Simplesmente o melhor dos melhores 최고의 단순히 최고 Просто лучший из лучших Einfach das Beste vom Besten Simpliciter optima optimis Απλά το καλύτερο από τα καλύτερα 簡直是最好的最好的 Jednoduše nejlepší z nejlepších 最高の簡単で最良の Tout simplement le meilleur du meilleur    Simply the best of the best
    Simplemente lo mejor de lo mejor
    Simplesmente o melhor dos melhores
    최고의 단순히 최고
    Просто лучший из лучших
    Einfach das Beste vom Besten
    Simpliciter optima optimis
    Απλά το καλύτερο από τα καλύτερα
    簡直是最好的最好的
    Jednoduše nejlepší z nejlepších
    最高の簡単で最良の
    Tout simplement le meilleur du meilleur
  77. PseudoSonyer
    Sep 16, 2015
    10
    Not even all the compliments on earth will ever begin to describe this masterpiece. The most important milestone on gaming history, this game teached every game afterwards how a plot and OST should be written, how gameplay should be, how characters development should become, etc.
    This game sets the foundation for every RPG and it's mechanics were updated and used in many many games such    Not even all the compliments on earth will ever begin to describe this masterpiece. The most important milestone on gaming history, this game teached every game afterwards how a plot and OST should be written, how gameplay should be, how characters development should become, etc.
    This game sets the foundation for every RPG and it's mechanics were updated and used in many many games such as the "The Z-targeting" camera feature.
    The fact most newcomers to the gaming world hate this masterpiece just adds to it's legendary status.
    The best Game ever created forever.    … Expand
  78. JRRR
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    Best N64 game and BEST GAME EVER MADE!!! MUST. BUY.!!! For a reason this is the top rated game in Metacritic history, still no game has tied with it or surpassed it.
  79. victorgr
    Jan 6, 2016
    10
    Muy posiblemente el mejor juego de todos los tiempos y con méritos propios mas que un videojuego es una obra de arte y junto con super mario 64, ocarina of time es el padre de los videojuegos modernos
  80. BatmanIsLyfe
    Feb 2, 2016
    10
    This game is literally perfect. No game can surpass the pure substance and nostalgia that this game provides, even if you've never played it. The game literally uses nostalgia in the story... When seven years pass unexpectedly, the differences you find in the world make you realize how much you have grown to love the story and all of the characters, places, and details that make this gameThis game is literally perfect. No game can surpass the pure substance and nostalgia that this game provides, even if you've never played it. The game literally uses nostalgia in the story... When seven years pass unexpectedly, the differences you find in the world make you realize how much you have grown to love the story and all of the characters, places, and details that make this game so amazing. The soundtracks and effects, the movement dynamic (which wasn't perfect at the time, but still adds to the game), the characters, the story, everything. Trust me, you NEED TO PLAY THIS. This will always be my favorite game, no matter how amazing any new game might be. Legendary.… Expand
  81. Nauzem
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    Only when I played this game, I understood this is a game - a legend of the game industry. Nintendo been able to do a legend. It's a pity, what not 100 out of 100.
  82. BatLB
    Dec 24, 2015
    10
    First - All those 183 negative Reviews can be completely ignored. They are made by people who hate the game because they hate Zelda or arent made for the Genre at all. The Game is NOT! reviewed by any objective means. Just overread them. Most of those people are probably in puberty.

    Now to the game: Zelda - Ocarina of Time is a Masterpiece. Released in 1998 (1 Year earlier than    First - All those 183 negative Reviews can be completely ignored. They are made by people who hate the game because they hate Zelda or arent made for the Genre at all. The Game is NOT! reviewed by any objective means. Just overread them. Most of those people are probably in puberty.

    Now to the game:

    Zelda - Ocarina of Time is a Masterpiece. Released in 1998 (1 Year earlier than Castlevania 64, which has awful graphics, controls and gameplay, but is comparable) it was the 2. Nintendo 64 Game with really good Controls. It was also, after Mario 64 , the first Action Adventure worth playing on Nintendo 64.

    The Game is packed full with secrets, collectables and content. You were introduced to Epona, a now iconic Horse in the Zelda Universe and could also ride it - In a fun and entertaining way.

    The characters, for the time, were scary or hilarious, entertaining or evil. You could tell pretty fast what kind of NPC you are facing, which was a challenge due the lack of high resolution textures.

    Link, the main character, was sympathic and easy to love.

    The graphics, for it times, were amazing. You felt like LIVING in Hyrule and everything you did wasnt just Link, it was you.

    The amount of dungeons was impressive. So much content for a N64 Game wasnt something you could just expect. Even compared to AAA Titles today, the Game still stands out as high class.

    To be fair, the 3D Remake for the 3DS wasnt necessary. But it gave people today the chance to play this Masterpiece, so it is absolutely fine.

    Sure, for me, this title offers also nostalgic feelings and memories of months of entertainment. But isnt that also something the game achieved? Entertain me in 98 and made me fall in love?

    The Game is dated. It is, absolutely. If you want to play it, buy the 3DS Version and enjoy a great Adventure while you are in the train, bus or at home on the couch.    … Expand
  83. mitsosgk22
    Apr 29, 2017
    10
    While I think it's got some flaws (like the controls may take time to get used to them for example) Ocarina Of Time deserves the praise that it gets. As a recent player of OOT, I'm impressed by its design and gameplay. The challenge that the game offers is fair and the puzzles are clever. The story feels like an epic fairytale. And the combat system was very ahead of its time. Basically, IWhile I think it's got some flaws (like the controls may take time to get used to them for example) Ocarina Of Time deserves the praise that it gets. As a recent player of OOT, I'm impressed by its design and gameplay. The challenge that the game offers is fair and the puzzles are clever. The story feels like an epic fairytale. And the combat system was very ahead of its time. Basically, I think that the combat system of this game has been an inspiration and built the standards for the Third Person Action-Adventure genre. With all that said, yeah, I give it a 10 as well.… Expand
  84. Mats2468
    Feb 25, 2017
    10
    Ocarina of Time is the best game ever created, and why? The game has an incredible lot to offer, and when it comes to historyline, it is amazingl. Everything else outside the story also is fabulous in every way.
  85. ihatefilm
    Mar 29, 2016
    10
    This is the game that brought Hyrule into the third dimension and introduced the world to Z-Targeting (aka L-Targeting). It is a classic in every sense of the word. Ocarina of Time is filled with memorable characters and puzzle-like dungeons.
  86. DerMeister
    May 15, 2016
    10
    Пожалуй одна из самых атмосферных игр, в которые мне приходилось играть! Довольно обширная карта и красивая для тех времен графика(учитывая то, что игра издавалась на 30мегабайтном картридже). Замечательный саундтрек, который можно специально отдельно слушать по несколько часов подряд. Конечно же замечательные подземелья и загадки в них. Советую пройти абсолютно всем!Пожалуй одна из самых атмосферных игр, в которые мне приходилось играть! Довольно обширная карта и красивая для тех времен графика(учитывая то, что игра издавалась на 30мегабайтном картридже). Замечательный саундтрек, который можно специально отдельно слушать по несколько часов подряд. Конечно же замечательные подземелья и загадки в них. Советую пройти абсолютно всем!
  87. jorjais
    May 31, 2019
    10
    The game of all time, the innovation using the z-targeting determine the creation of many future titles. Feel like some of mystic sensacions when are you playing, you feel that you are there. The bosses are so epic, the music by Koji Kondo is so memorable and good. There are a lot of items that you can use to make this adventure yours, the history is so epic you feel the emotions of theThe game of all time, the innovation using the z-targeting determine the creation of many future titles. Feel like some of mystic sensacions when are you playing, you feel that you are there. The bosses are so epic, the music by Koji Kondo is so memorable and good. There are a lot of items that you can use to make this adventure yours, the history is so epic you feel the emotions of the characters. The best game to play.… Expand
  88. Celli
    Jul 25, 2016
    10
    Metacritic sucks ass and people who rate games 0s and 1s should go back to f***ing kindegarten, grow the f*** up. Seriously, why are there user reviews on this f***ing site???? They suck a**
  89. PietStok
    Oct 25, 2018
    10
    Still my favorite game since 1998 (I was 8 years old back then).
    The graphics didn't age really wel (hence the 3DS version), but the rest of the game was en is perfect (to me).
  90. H4T3F
    Oct 12, 2016
    10
    awesome game
    good and challenging gameplay
    awesome boss battles
    very good story
    and the graphics for a n64 game is not bad at all it's pretty cool
    one of my favorite games of all time
  91. aloxchaman
    Apr 27, 2017
    10
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  92. solitos
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    This is by far the best game i have ever played. Temples are all memorable ( specially Water one). The soundtrack is amazing, the graphics back then were amazing, clearly the best title of the franschise for me. Back then, you just had to feel it ( NO internet for solutions back then , really enjoyable gameplay )
  93. mfpelim
    Apr 4, 2017
    10
    This game is an absolute perfection. A masterpiece ahead of its time. And even today still kicks ass on several aspects, such as controls, cameras and dept.
  94. SolarFlare1221
    Apr 6, 2017
    10
    I was a bit skeptical at first because i had never played a 3d Zelda game but pleasantly surprised. It's a great game and it's worth playing for anyone.
  95. TheHumbleGamer
    Apr 7, 2017
    10
    An engaging world with a story so classic it has firmly cemented itself as a masterpiece within the gaming world. This game has stood the test of time and continues to be one of the greatest games in the Zelda franchise despite the many games released since.

    You will get no better an experience when it comes to 3D Zelda games than playing this beautiful classic. Pick it up today if you    An engaging world with a story so classic it has firmly cemented itself as a masterpiece within the gaming world. This game has stood the test of time and continues to be one of the greatest games in the Zelda franchise despite the many games released since.

    You will get no better an experience when it comes to 3D Zelda games than playing this beautiful classic. Pick it up today if you haven't already and give it a try, from the music to the characters to the puzzles to the world itself this game provides in all areas a perfect atmosphere for adventure.

    This game can get no less than a 9/10, but personal bias means I HAVE to give it a 10.
    Truly a masterpiece in it's genre.    … Expand
  96. mugsy
    May 9, 2020
    10
    Yup, well deserving all the high scores, especially considering the year it came out. I played it during 2000s and while the mechanics and graphics were already pretty dated then, the plot, world and atmosphere of the game made it a memorable experience and a great adventure.
  97. darivas11
    Jul 16, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. By far the best game i have ever played,in fact in a league of its own...words are really poor to describe the magic of this game..a very big thank you for all the people that got involved in this… Expand
  98. FelipeQC
    Sep 21, 2018
    10
    Revolucionário! Mais uma maravilha dos games feita pela Nintendo. Sem dúvida, um dos mais importantes pra indústria dos games! Hoje, todos os jogos do mesmo estilo tem influências dessa obra de arte! Mesmo quem não gosta de Zelda, tem que respeitar
  99. ElArzan
    Sep 11, 2018
    10
    Easilly the greatest game ever made, when it was released, Nintendo took a huge risk, and it payed off, the enviorments still stand out to this very day, and the games music is some of the greatest in , the story is original, the characters are memorable, the controls are simple and fluent, it is a game flawless on all levels, Recommended
  100. ReiAyanami
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    In the Ocarina of Time, Link embarks on a journey to save Princess Zelda and the world from the grip of evil, a mammoth undertaking for a young boy from Kokiri forest. It's fortunate, then, that he had the help from such a rich cast of supporting characters that offer age-old life lessons and advice as he progresses through the universe. One of the most nurturing and devoted aspects of theIn the Ocarina of Time, Link embarks on a journey to save Princess Zelda and the world from the grip of evil, a mammoth undertaking for a young boy from Kokiri forest. It's fortunate, then, that he had the help from such a rich cast of supporting characters that offer age-old life lessons and advice as he progresses through the universe. One of the most nurturing and devoted aspects of the game is the wealth of moral direction and wisdom each character gives you throughout Link's travels. They are responsible for embedding the strength of character into the foundations of the game, and helping to forge a truly great hero from a naïve young boy. Whether it's the unwavering support of Navi, the venerable wisdom of the Great Deku Tree or the empowerment from Zelda and the sages, each imparts virtue and instils the heroic spirit in Link that directs him to grow into a well-rounded and admirable protagonist, and it's this endearing cast of supporting characters that helps to engage players in such a memorable way. As well as this, it's inevitable that the virtues these characters impart will embed themselves in the minds and hearts of players, especially as Ocarina of Time was such a success with all ages.

    One of the characteristics of Ocarina of Time that makes it stand out more than any other game is the sense of epic adventure and maturation that Link must go through to succeed. There is a brilliantly unravelling character arc threaded into the narrative of this game. The story begins in Link's tiny home, where he is just a child but he is soon faced with the life-changing and daunting task of saving the world. Great responsibility is thrust upon him by fate, not choice, and this is what makes him a great protagonist. Where others might shy away from such a task, Link rises to the challenge and accepts his fate that was written long before he came into being. In no other game does he mature in the same way he does here. We literally play out the transformation from boy to man as his quest develops and there is constantly an emotive power behind his budding maturity as a hero. His growth from a scared little kid into a brave warrior reflects the epic-ness of the game as it spans worlds and times. We can't help but root for him, not just because we are playing him but because he earns our admiration by consistently bearing the weight of the world on his very young shoulders. We feel satisfied when we've finally finished the quest and witnessed Link complete his coming-of-age journey as a fully-accomplished hero.

    The incredibly god-like music that has been immortalized in the annals of history, enough said

    Also there is a great sense of duty and that Link is fulfilling his destiny by accepting the mission to save Hyrule, even though his expressions exhibit fear and concern that he may not be capable. As a young boy, he is ostracised as an outcast for being different because he doesn't have a fairy. He manages to rise from the obscurity of Kokiri forest - where he has never really fit in - to forge his own identity as the Hero of Time, risking his life to save the world but constantly maintaining his quiet humility. Leaving his old life behind, he sacrifices everything, even his childhood (which is, albeit, eventually restored) in his endeavours to succeed. He is expected to repeatedly put his faith in the strangers he encounters along the way, strangers who provide him with vital direction on his quest, which he does without question. Ocarina of Time emits this grand aura of good versus evil. Aided by a brilliant narrative with an unescapable sense of dread, there is an impression that Link is part of something bigger than himself, and it adds gravity to his journey and emphasises his hero status even further. Consequently he becomes a symbol for everything he is fighting for.

    While many have outsold it, and released prettier than it, no game has come close to matching the incredible heart of this legendary title. Objective GOAT, 10/10    … Expand
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#1 Best N64 Game of 1998
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Universal acclaim - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. My Gamer
    Mar 24, 2016
    94
    The player will be drawn into the Zelda fantasy world from the moment the opening sequence bursts onto the screen, and the game won't let go-not even after finishing the quest.
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  2. 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.
  3. Gaming Age
    Mar 24, 2016
    95
    Featuring unparalleled 3D environments, a deep and involved quest, brilliant and intuitive play controls, and a well-developed cinematic quality that enhances rather than overwhelms the whole game experience, Miyamoto's latest soon-to-be-classic title deserves to be played by each and every person who might deign to consider themselves a fan of great games.
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