The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

 Nintendo 64
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  1. Quinn
    Nov 30, 2005
    10
    Years after playing this game through and through, I am drawn back to explore again the alternate life I left behind. The sense of nostalgia and yet rediscovery is inexplainable, Shigeru Miyamoto and his cohorts at Nintendo are the most innovative game designers we may ever see. Beautiful game. I have spent so many years trying to convert my final fantasy worshipping friends into Zelda Years after playing this game through and through, I am drawn back to explore again the alternate life I left behind. The sense of nostalgia and yet rediscovery is inexplainable, Shigeru Miyamoto and his cohorts at Nintendo are the most innovative game designers we may ever see. Beautiful game. I have spent so many years trying to convert my final fantasy worshipping friends into Zelda and Nintendo advocates but alas, alot of people will never understand the brilliance of Zelda.… Expand
  2. JonnyW.
    Nov 21, 2005
    10
    Greatest game ever. A completely immersive world, great story, charming people to meet. When I beat it for the first tiem, I was genuinely sad that I would never see any of these people again. Of course I got to see them again on my second, third, fourth, and fifth times through, but you know what I mean. Oh yes, I am still finding new secrets and areas, seven years and about about 100 Greatest game ever. A completely immersive world, great story, charming people to meet. When I beat it for the first tiem, I was genuinely sad that I would never see any of these people again. Of course I got to see them again on my second, third, fourth, and fifth times through, but you know what I mean. Oh yes, I am still finding new secrets and areas, seven years and about about 100 hours later.… Expand
  3. TylerA.
    Nov 17, 2005
    10
    This is my favourite game of all time, I have the N64 and GameCube Master Quest versions. This game can never be beaten. We are up to the second generation of games now and I still can't find a better game. Perfect!
  4. JoeB.
    Nov 5, 2005
    10
    Certainly the best 1 player game of all time. It mixes fantasy, role playing, and action into a game that has a premise of a young boy with serious overtones. Themes include maturing quickly, accepting who one is, and the eternal questions of the effects of time travel (I mean, come on, the whole thing with the Shadow Temple is mind-bending). Very few games can boast a premise this rich, Certainly the best 1 player game of all time. It mixes fantasy, role playing, and action into a game that has a premise of a young boy with serious overtones. Themes include maturing quickly, accepting who one is, and the eternal questions of the effects of time travel (I mean, come on, the whole thing with the Shadow Temple is mind-bending). Very few games can boast a premise this rich, smart, and well-thought out. Anyone who has problems with this game simply doesn't know what the word 'superb' means.… Expand
  5. KyleN.
    Nov 3, 2005
    10
    Blows everything right out of the water. I actually miss this game when I'm not playing it.......I wish some games would be as revolutionary as this one. The use of the Elements as temples adds to the great wonder of this game.
  6. JasonM.
    Nov 2, 2005
    10
    There is absolutely nothing one can say to describe this game except perfect. Just perfect. Find me a game that changed the world more, and I'll GIVE you my copy (not gonna happen)
  7. Yoshiir0x
    Oct 23, 2005
    10
    The best game ever. Nuff said.
  8. EdwardH.
    Oct 15, 2005
    10
    The Best Game Ever Made and will remain to be for Thousands of years to come 10/10!
  9. SamD.
    Oct 12, 2005
    10
    Nothing will ever touch this game's greatness. no matter how great the graphic get, no matter what happens in the future, this game will still destroy them all. best game....ever.
  10. SeanE.
    Oct 10, 2005
    10
    The Legend of Zelda series is the best series ever.
  11. Puffy
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    This is one of the best games for the n64...... i luv this game ....its got plenty of action ....... ive read reviews of the ones who gave it bad scores..... most likey they havent played it at all......if u dont have or get this game u dont no what ur missin ... the graphics are great they are not bad..... the sound is cool...... it has plenty of cool ideas .......hardest level. to me isThis is one of the best games for the n64...... i luv this game ....its got plenty of action ....... ive read reviews of the ones who gave it bad scores..... most likey they havent played it at all......if u dont have or get this game u dont no what ur missin ... the graphics are great they are not bad..... the sound is cool...... it has plenty of cool ideas .......hardest level. to me is water temple .... favorite temple is the forest temple that temple is just whoa...... that temple says it all....... very challagein.... makes u think.......... n cool music......if i were anyone who wanted a great game this be the game i recomend .......so go buy it dont wait u dont no what ur missing.… Expand
  12. MaddieS.
    Sep 27, 2005
    10
    I think this game is one of the best on Gamecube! My brother got it and I thought it was so cool I had to buy a memory card and make my own files.
  13. RubaiyatH.
    Sep 26, 2005
    10
    Truly an amazing game that immerses you into a euphoric fever. Gosh.... Hyrule rules. wow i laaav this game. TOUCH*
  14. Simon.W.
    Aug 22, 2005
    10
    This game is the work of enlightened genius. Euphoric and powerful gameplay make this the best game that i have ever played and i would be surprised if anything ever surpassed it. If someone knocks it im surprised.
  15. ZeroX
    Aug 17, 2005
    10
    I LOVE this game so much I think it deserves your SOUL!!!!!!.I love this story and gameply so much!!!!>It deserves a 10 out of 10!!!
  16. Eddie
    Aug 5, 2005
    10
    Best adventure game ever made.
  17. Jared
    Jul 28, 2005
    10
    So good i like the graphics and it is one of the best stories yet. i like zelda games and making it 3d makes it so much better.
  18. CasssandraB.
    Jul 25, 2005
    10
    The best game ever!!!!!! Those who don't like it can kiss my a**.
  19. AlexW.
    Jul 24, 2005
    10
    Best game ever made!!!!!
  20. Cory
    Jul 12, 2005
    10
    Nothing else comes close to being as good as Ocarina of Time. This is and will always be the best game of all time. Sorry Mario.
  21. MoeJ.
    Jul 5, 2005
    10
    That game ROCKS!!!
  22. EricG.
    Jun 30, 2005
    10
    A near perfect game. Great story, wonderful controls, and very good graphics. If it's not the best game ever it's in the top 3.
  23. YourMama
    Jun 29, 2005
    10
    This game was so awesome that it rocked my socks. I aM In LoVe with this gam3. it is my numb3r one favorite.
  24. WIlliamD
    Jun 17, 2005
    10
    No other game has ever immersed the player so throughougly effortlessly and for so long. So many props to the guys behind this.
  25. Stev-0
    Jun 12, 2005
    10
    Proa gd game i played it on the collectors addition on game cube and i thought it was great. in some areas of the games it pretty tricky but in some very easy but all round a gd game better than the majoras mask and the wind waker. this game rules all!!!!
  26. Jordan
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Best game i have ever played! a classic.
  27. JoseA.
    May 25, 2005
    10
    Zelda es el mejor juego de todos los tiempos digan lo que digan, es la aventura mejor contada con la magia mitologica que hace de esté un juego perfecto para los amantes de la epoca medieval. de lo unico que me arrepiento es de dejarselo a un amigo para luego no verlo mas, aunque se me pone los pelos de punta de la emocion al ver imagenes de este gran juego y lo mas que deseo es queZelda es el mejor juego de todos los tiempos digan lo que digan, es la aventura mejor contada con la magia mitologica que hace de esté un juego perfecto para los amantes de la epoca medieval. de lo unico que me arrepiento es de dejarselo a un amigo para luego no verlo mas, aunque se me pone los pelos de punta de la emocion al ver imagenes de este gran juego y lo mas que deseo es que el proximo este ya a la venta el segundo de gamecube THE WIND WAKER 2.… Expand
  28. BrianD.
    Apr 3, 2005
    10
    What are these cry baby playstation idiots even voting for because of course they will give it a 0. Anyone who even bought a playstation is an idiot. This is the best game ever made. It has raised the bar for every video game ever made after it.
  29. YzarcY.
    Apr 2, 2005
    10
    This is the best game of the history. the best game of all. the best game i'have ever played. THE BEST!!
  30. ShravanM.
    Apr 1, 2005
    10
    Perfection.
  31. MabaU.
    Mar 1, 2005
    10
    I love this game! , the best console game of all time , a mix of physical, mental & auditive inteligence must be attained to enjoy this fantastic game.
  32. CloudStrife
    Feb 17, 2005
    10
    I Think that James F. is much more boring from Zelda and since he says that the game brings nothing to the genre figure out what kind of games he plays. Warren B. says that is bad and too hard. If this is toot hard for you go and play Crash to have fun cause this is much more serious game. Xhet S. if you want to see hradcore go and buy a porno movie cause this game is just a mastepiece I Think that James F. is much more boring from Zelda and since he says that the game brings nothing to the genre figure out what kind of games he plays. Warren B. says that is bad and too hard. If this is toot hard for you go and play Crash to have fun cause this is much more serious game. Xhet S. if you want to see hradcore go and buy a porno movie cause this game is just a mastepiece and i think that you are the one who stinks amongs with your ORCS! Bob the game is not the worst creation but you are the worst player and you cannot be objctive to your rating. Finally Shlim N. you say is not that Good as they say. remember that is a game of 1998 and is much better from other games and if you compare Zelda with soccer games and stuff like that you are a moron!… Expand
  33. J.Hell
    Feb 5, 2005
    10
    The only reason this game (or any zelda game) might obtain some bad reviews is because it actually makes you think. Apparently some people have problems with that.
  34. RebeccaO.
    Jan 15, 2005
    10
    Best fricken game ever! Water Temple may be an a**hole but that's about it. People who say this game sux has major cool issues. It may have really bad graphics but people have to over look that because the game is so f***en awesome!!!!
  35. RobetC.
    Dec 20, 2004
    10
    The BEST game ever, I just kept on playing!!!
  36. Alison
    Dec 6, 2004
    10
    6 years later, and it is still my favorite game...ever! I just wrote a paper about it in one of my college classes and had to play it all over again once i began talking about how great it is. i think i've played it a million times now. go and play this game if you have been in a hole and have not done so yet.
  37. Fabio
    Nov 29, 2004
    10
    THE BEST VIDEOGAME OF ALL TIMES!
  38. ErdemB.
    Nov 25, 2004
    10
    Gaming nirvana. I fell in love with this masterpiece as soon as I started playing it. Truly absorbing, eutophian gameplay.
  39. JigganisZig
    Nov 8, 2004
    10
    I like this game too. VERY much. but i also think that crash bandicoot is VERY good. I think that the people who dont like zelda are probably younger and cant really comprehend zelda. but not all are that way.
  40. BrendanO.
    Nov 4, 2004
    10
    Simply Spiffing!! Awesome awesome awesome!!!!
  41. AB
    Oct 28, 2004
    10
    This is the best game EVER. It may be old, but it is still great. Cool dungeons, items, and weapons: what more can you ask for? James F.-you should actually try playing this game, you would like it a lot.
  42. BenH.
    Oct 9, 2004
    10
    Funny.. all the votes seem to be either 10 or 0... 10 being the people who have tried the game. the 0's coming from the people who have either not really tried to play it... have no patience, or in my own opinion... are all mindless dribbling retards and the sort of game they enjoy is mindless spinnning and jumping with no point at all.. in other words crash bandicoot. I hope one day Funny.. all the votes seem to be either 10 or 0... 10 being the people who have tried the game. the 0's coming from the people who have either not really tried to play it... have no patience, or in my own opinion... are all mindless dribbling retards and the sort of game they enjoy is mindless spinnning and jumping with no point at all.. in other words crash bandicoot. I hope one day they all are enlightened and realize what a true game is really made of.. Nintendo You are 5 times better at creating games then any of those other slip slop slap console game makers. PERFECTION!!… Expand
  43. JamesF.
    Oct 7, 2004
    0
    Another boring tedious attempt by Nintendo. Brings nothing new to the genre.
  44. AustinS.
    Aug 24, 2004
    10
    Keeps you interested even when you get stuck. Huge worlds, great storyline,10/10.
  45. CHIKENANCHIPS
    Aug 16, 2004
    10
    Easily the best game i have ever played in my life. it was the first game i played on my n64, and did not at all disappoint. babs go and bum ur final fantasy while i play this great piece of art.
  46. Zelda
    Aug 7, 2004
    10
    Greatest Game ever!!!
  47. LinkT.
    Aug 7, 2004
    10
    Absolutely stunning!!!
  48. Link
    Aug 4, 2004
    10
    Old is Gold. Who ever rates this bad was labotamized.
  49. PaulO.
    Aug 3, 2004
    10
    A true classic. The controls are so smooth, they almost feel natural. Even in today's world of Grand Theft Auto-style city scapes, the world is large and engaging, and there are always new items to find and quests to complete. Every gamer owes it to themselve to play this at one point; It's a masterpiece of the video game world.
  50. HaBo.
    Jul 27, 2004
    10
    This game is really coooool! The windwaker isn't very good. Even though it's old, i still play it alot. im in the forest temple now.
  51. SeanB.
    Jul 15, 2004
    10
    Literally might play it forever- just don't turn into a freak that dresses up as the characters and remodels their house to look like Hyrule. Be careful, you might have the urge to after playing it.
  52. TightMan
    Jul 10, 2004
    10
    The best game ever made.
  53. SteveE.
    Jun 29, 2004
    10
    This is the greatest game of all time.
  54. AdityaS.
    Jun 19, 2004
    10
    Awesome, even after 6 years.
  55. WarrrenB.
    Apr 12, 2004
    1
    It's bad and too hard.
  56. ArneL.
    Apr 1, 2004
    10
    It's a masterpiece there will never be a better game. i could return and play for hour and hour again.
  57. GageW
    Mar 29, 2004
    10
    I am, by nature, a skeptic - some say cynic. I don't buy into critics reviews - be it movies, music, or games (remember how we all got rooked on Lost in Translation?). That said, I was wary about playing a game that was 5+ years old - especially one garnering so many effusing laudations - and coming to me free via GC. How could it possibly compete with the best today had to offer? I am, by nature, a skeptic - some say cynic. I don't buy into critics reviews - be it movies, music, or games (remember how we all got rooked on Lost in Translation?). That said, I was wary about playing a game that was 5+ years old - especially one garnering so many effusing laudations - and coming to me free via GC. How could it possibly compete with the best today had to offer? Well, the skeptic in me was silenced, the cynic transmogrified. After finishing the game I was both elated and melancholic - the greatest game I had ever played was over. I went ahead and played through both Majora's Mask and Wind Waker, each notable, deserving, and great in its own right. But neither, nor any game before or since, has matched what Miyamoto delivered (including Miyamoto himself) in terms of sheer gaming experience. Sure, one can argue the graphics today are better, the sound crisper, the controls snappier. But make no mistake about it. This is the Citizen Kane -- or Casablanca, Godfather, GWTW if you prefer -- of the gaming industry. A feat accomplished once in a lifetime. One which is quickly becoming a piece of nostalgia, at once both glorified and dismissed for its status, while still standing the test of time as the front-runner to the greatest game of them all.… Expand
  58. $ERIC$
    Mar 19, 2004
    10
    It doesnt get any better then this ladies and gentlemen! If you don't have this game yet, shame on you! The GREATEST game of all time! Nintendo, your Zelda series couldn't be better! No wait, throw out Windwaker and you've got the best series of all time!
  59. James
    Mar 19, 2004
    10
    Best game ever like john b sad i was sad when it ended but i have played it over and over, windwinder is not as good, no game is.
  60. RobertC.
    Mar 12, 2004
    10
    What else can I say...this truly is one of the greatest games of all time...if not THE greatest. It's an absolute masterpiece in each and every way. Nothing at that time was within light years of what this game brought to not only game, but ART in general. This game will probably remain the blueprint of ALL games to come.
  61. Alex
    Feb 23, 2004
    10
    The sweetest experience you can get from a videogame. It is truly a game with character, spirit - it draws you in it and does not lets down nowhere. I still play it on the classic N64 and suprises me each time! Maybe its bigest achievement is that generates to you unexpected feelings while other videogames-the most-extort it to you. What to say!! Zelda OoT is top notch in every aspect.
  62. AlexanderW.
    Feb 21, 2004
    10
    In my opinion, the best game ever.
  63. DiegoV.
    Feb 20, 2004
    10
    Perfect.
  64. AlexS.
    Feb 11, 2004
    10
    Greatest game ever made.
  65. JacobK.
    Feb 6, 2004
    10
    This game is good fo Master Quest but you know what they say, the original is always the best. This game rules!
  66. ShaeJ.
    Feb 4, 2004
    10
    This is one of the most remarkable RPGs of all all time. I now have an xbox because gamecube destroyed the new zelda game. OoT left me with many good memories. I am going to buy an N64 so i can play this wonder full game again. It gets an eleven.
  67. TJWaston
    Feb 3, 2004
    10
    This game is so well made with the best plot I have yet to see in any other game. By far the best game ever. If you have not played it jus try it. It is a masterpiece that pushed the limits of the Nintendo 64. No game comes close to the freedom and how unique this game is.
  68. GuyJT.
    Jan 31, 2004
    10
    Best Game ever. Every next-gen game stays far away from this game. Ultimate experience. A 10 is still low. Cause than the other "super" games now on Gamecube, Xbox, Pc and Ps2 should be around the 8, but they still get 9+.... :(
  69. JohnB.
    Jan 21, 2004
    10
    What I call the zenith of nintendo. Nintendo was at its prime when they made this game, their creative juices were flowing, and they finally released a game so unbelievable, I think a 99 is underrated. Probably the only, I repeat, ONLY problem with this game was that it ended. I was actually sad when I came to realize that I had beaten the game. It's a pity that most games nowadays What I call the zenith of nintendo. Nintendo was at its prime when they made this game, their creative juices were flowing, and they finally released a game so unbelievable, I think a 99 is underrated. Probably the only, I repeat, ONLY problem with this game was that it ended. I was actually sad when I came to realize that I had beaten the game. It's a pity that most games nowadays that are anything but perfect... *cough*windwaker*cough*… Expand
  70. JohnO.
    Jan 12, 2004
    10
    I lack words for this game. Every single aspect of this masterwork screams of utter perfection and grace. Believe it or not, but this game is exactly as vital to your N64 as the heart and lungs are to your body.
  71. YanniT.
    Jan 11, 2004
    9
    Find me a better adventure game than Zelda and ill show you a guy with cream of wheat for brains!
  72. Hugge
    Jan 9, 2004
    10
    What can I say that hasn't already been said... the best game ever made. Period.
  73. RobT.
    Jan 3, 2004
    10
    Flawless in every way, teaching the player everything they need to know, and remaining interesting and fun help make this game simply perfect.
  74. RAN234
    Dec 21, 2003
    10
    Good Game.
  75. Sariachan
    Dec 7, 2003
    10
    Ocarina of Time is near to the perfection on its own, but both Majora's Mask and The Wind Waker introduced greater innovations into the The Legend of Zelda saga, according to me.
  76. ChetS.
    Dec 3, 2003
    0
    I dont like Zelda it is a boring game with not enough action or hardcore monsters like the orcs from lotr! ZELDA STINKS!!!!!
  77. MorganW.
    Dec 3, 2003
    10
    This game is perfect. I own a PS2 and a GC, but there is nothing like firing up the N64 and playing this again. After about 5 minutes the graphics seem as though they are next-gen because the game is so beautifully concieved. It is what video games should be.
  78. ProfessorF.
    Nov 26, 2003
    10
    I'm writing this in Nov. of 2003, so I guess most people don't play this anymore, what with the GC version out. This, is simply, a masterpiece. You marvel how someone could create a storyline so rich and full. The graphics are excellent too, for a N64 game. Truly, this will live on as a classic.
  79. AnthonyK.
    Nov 21, 2003
    10
    This game is perfect in every single way. i have now played it about 15 times through and still haven't got bored of it. it a masterpiece.
  80. 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.
  81. DuncanS.
    Jul 25, 2003
    10
    This game is flawless. it is the best game of all of the zelda series. Wind waker is nothing compared to this (saddly the graphics in this are superior to the game cube's wind waker)
  82. Matt
    Jul 15, 2003
    10
    There is just something about this game that capivates your imagination. nintendo blended gameplay and graphics along with puzzles beautifully. it should have a score of 100.
  83. BrennanL.
    Jun 30, 2003
    10
    #1 Zelda game EVER!Buy it NOW!The game is PERFECT!!!!
  84. KarlK.
    Jun 29, 2003
    10
    Best game ever. nothing else to say but, get it. ... Now!
  85. MikeB.
    Jun 25, 2003
    10
    This is the greatest game of all time! I have played many games but none even come close to it's greatness. I bow before Nintendo for making such a masterpiece. I have gone all the way through the game 5 times, and it never gets boring while playing the same ol' deungons over and over again. It Is AWESOME!!!!!!
  86. Prognosticator
    Jun 24, 2003
    10
    This is, unfortunately, the first Zelda game I've ever played, but it left quite an impression and now I am a Zelda fan through-and-through. For any of those losers who like Final Fantasy, get a life. Majora's Mask was cool, because of the vast expansion in surrealism and the variety of new worlds to visit, but it still pales greatly in comparison to Ocarina of Time. This is, This is, unfortunately, the first Zelda game I've ever played, but it left quite an impression and now I am a Zelda fan through-and-through. For any of those losers who like Final Fantasy, get a life. Majora's Mask was cool, because of the vast expansion in surrealism and the variety of new worlds to visit, but it still pales greatly in comparison to Ocarina of Time. This is, quite possibly the best game I have ever played. Shlim N., I bet you are another one of those Final Fantasy losers, aren't you?… Expand
  87. LacyM.
    Jun 3, 2003
    10
    Well Shlim N. and Bob....I think you need to take my special therapy treatment. First, read "The Hobbit" and "Lord of the Rings". Then, watch the movie version of "Lord of the Rings" and then watch Miyazaki's "Princess Mononoke" and "Spirited Away". After that, read 13 books on mythology, study about the Medieval Times (NOT just Europe. Read about other countries too!) then play this Well Shlim N. and Bob....I think you need to take my special therapy treatment. First, read "The Hobbit" and "Lord of the Rings". Then, watch the movie version of "Lord of the Rings" and then watch Miyazaki's "Princess Mononoke" and "Spirited Away". After that, read 13 books on mythology, study about the Medieval Times (NOT just Europe. Read about other countries too!) then play this game and maybe you'll regret your nasty comments about this video game masterpiece. This is easily the most entertaining game of all time. I mean, it entertained my 7-year-old cousin along with her 5-year-old friends and they're impossible to entertain!… Expand
  88. EunoL.
    May 31, 2003
    10
    Anyone who gave this lower than a 10, my address is 4457 Candleberry, Seal Beach California. Come to my house so i can smash my foot into your head and get it back into order. Thanks. Simply the best game ever made. What else is there to say? It puts FFVII to shame.
  89. BenL.
    May 29, 2003
    10
    This is the best game (period!) of all time! Truly an absolute masterpiece in every catagory. A word of advice to anyone reading this who hasn't played it yet (from whatever rock you've been living under), play it all the way through without interruption. It'll be the best gaming experience you'll probably ever have. As far as Shlim N. and Bob go, they should be taken This is the best game (period!) of all time! Truly an absolute masterpiece in every catagory. A word of advice to anyone reading this who hasn't played it yet (from whatever rock you've been living under), play it all the way through without interruption. It'll be the best gaming experience you'll probably ever have. As far as Shlim N. and Bob go, they should be taken out back and shot just for the sole purpose of cleansing the gene pool. It is said that no game is truly a "10," but ladies and gentlemen, I give you the 10. … Expand
  90. KevinF.
    May 29, 2003
    10
    Best game ever.
  91. Uter
    May 23, 2003
    10
    The most epic game ever. It's length combined with consistently high quality gaming make for 1 of the best games ever created.
  92. DrewC.
    May 17, 2003
    10
    Bob, you're an a..hole. This game is probably the greatest game ever created on any console, inculding PS2 and Xbox.
  93. TalesP.
    May 1, 2003
    10
    The best game ever...
  94. Y.Y.
    Apr 15, 2003
    10
    Cat F., if they changed the plot and characters and towns and such... well, look at what crap Majora's Mask was. I can't argue with you on your level of entertainment. That's YOUR opionion. I can't change it. But I think OoT is a true Zelda game.
  95. DanH.
    Apr 13, 2003
    10
    Quite possibly the best videogame ever. It takes a while for it to get old.
  96. CatF.
    Apr 5, 2003
    7
    It's an enjoyable game that offers at most two plays through. However, the game is too easy and offers little action at points. Personally, I got bored of walking across the large Hyrule Field without finding anything to fight. What ever happened to the constant barrage of foes that was present in the previous Zelda games. The game has an excellent interface and the fighting is It's an enjoyable game that offers at most two plays through. However, the game is too easy and offers little action at points. Personally, I got bored of walking across the large Hyrule Field without finding anything to fight. What ever happened to the constant barrage of foes that was present in the previous Zelda games. The game has an excellent interface and the fighting is strikingly fun when available. The other area where Zelda fails is the plot. When the first Zelda came out, the whole "rescue the princess" cliche was overused enough in games. Nintendo added time travel into the third Zelda, and here we are doing the same thing over and over. The plot is the same, the towns have the same names, and the music is the same! Overall, I agree that this game is a lot of fun and is definitely worth playing. Unfortunately, it fails to reach the level of enjoyment it could have been. … Expand
  97. Bob
    Apr 4, 2003
    0
    Zelda is possibly the worst creation of all time.
  98. SteveG.
    Feb 27, 2003
    10
    Awesome.
  99. HaleyK.
    Feb 23, 2003
    10
    I absolutely love this game. I was so disappointed when I beat it, because I wasn't ready for it to end! The atmosphere really takes effect on you to. For example, when you're at Hyrule Field, you feel warm from the sun's rays. When inside an empty room in a dugeon, you can almost hear you're heart pounding as you wander inside, not knowing whether a monster will pop I absolutely love this game. I was so disappointed when I beat it, because I wasn't ready for it to end! The atmosphere really takes effect on you to. For example, when you're at Hyrule Field, you feel warm from the sun's rays. When inside an empty room in a dugeon, you can almost hear you're heart pounding as you wander inside, not knowing whether a monster will pop up and attack you or not. Excellent characters and storyline. A true masterpiece of a game.… Expand
  100. MuzamilS.
    Feb 19, 2003
    10
    This game and Shenmue have to be the greatest adventure/RPG games ever. The feeling of atmosphere you get is unrivalled and the exremely well thought out dungeons are utterly engrossing. It's another all out hit from Nintendo and I'd call it a masterpiece.
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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

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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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