The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

 Nintendo 64
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 8290 Ratings

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  1. manusax
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    for is is not as good as majora's mask, but its a perfect game. every temple y like magic, the sword.

    thank you nintendo, than you link, thank you zelda!!
  2. oxitran
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    What can I say, it was the gold standard in video games back when it released.
  3. Sega0087
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    At that time, it has fit all the graphics, sound and game play.
    That really got everything out, what in the still drinstecke this console and
    you saw that too! And that's why he gets also a score of 10/10
  4. RyanJones4268
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Nothing short of a masterpiece, there are few games that can compare to the ocarina of time and I don't think any game will ever be more decorated than this one is
  5. Akael
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    Não existe e nem vai existir um jogo mais perfeito que esse Zelda.
    Quem teve a oportunidade de jogá-lo no tempo de seu lançamento, sabe a coisa maravilhosa que é
  6. ulisesrr
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    Pure freaking magic, trolls can rage against the game as much as they want; when a discussion of the greatest game of all time comes up, Ocarina stands as king.
  7. rmbg
    Mar 24, 2017
    9
    Replayed OoT recently. It's amazing how the game can feel fresh, despite today's tech standards. This is, for me, the most optimized "Zelda Formula" experience, and I'm sure I'll replay this, again. And maybe again.
  8. LenkaMaster
    Mar 27, 2017
    10
    Hace poco pude jugar a este título. Me parece un gran juego con multitud de puzles y cosas que hacer. A pesar del tiempo que tiene y la fecha en la que salió, me parece un buen juego para jugar hoy en dia.
  9. Black60Dragon
    Oct 28, 2017
    10
    There is a reason this game is currently the #1 highest rated game of all time. It is simply amazing, and easily one of my all time favorite games. Definitely worth a playthough if you've never played it.
  10. Tales19
    Jan 14, 2020
    10
    To the shock and awe of everyone on the internet; I think this game is good.

    For a more in-depth description of my thoughts on the game; while certain elements have aged rather poorly (such as the menu navigation), the overall feel of the game easily counteracts all the slight drawbacks found in games of this era. While I would ultimately recommend playing the remaster on the 3DS, I    To the shock and awe of everyone on the internet; I think this game is good.

    For a more in-depth description of my thoughts on the game; while certain elements have aged rather poorly (such as the menu navigation), the overall feel of the game easily counteracts all the slight drawbacks found in games of this era. While I would ultimately recommend playing the remaster on the 3DS, I think it's important to acknowledge just how much of a beloved and irreproachable good game this is.

    At the time of reading this, it's currently the highest rated game of all time here on metacritic. I don't think that's likely to change in the foreseeable future; and for good reason. No other game earns a 10/10 as easily as this does.    … Expand
  11. Diugo
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Comparing it to todays modern standards still a masterpiece in every possible aspect.
  12. mikath
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    This game is something that every gamer should play, is a fantastic adventure, with a great story, thought provoking themes, characters, gameplay, dungeons and even more. No wonder every action or adventure game that came after oot reuse something from this game. Is masterclass of game designe and storytelling, with some pretty dark moments, and somethings that could easily came out from aThis game is something that every gamer should play, is a fantastic adventure, with a great story, thought provoking themes, characters, gameplay, dungeons and even more. No wonder every action or adventure game that came after oot reuse something from this game. Is masterclass of game designe and storytelling, with some pretty dark moments, and somethings that could easily came out from a horror game like silent hill.… Expand
  13. Kingboatl
    May 31, 2017
    10
    The best game ive ever played and ive played many games. Masterpiece. From start to finish i loved ever aspec of it sure by today's standards so people may not love it but for what it started and how it still impacts game almost 20 years later is a testament to its legacy.
  14. ashketchum
    Nov 24, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ocarina of Time is acclaimed to a level that few other titles are. Years after it's original release, it still holds up. Every quest, every village, every dungeon is an adventure in itself. Locations such as Lon Lon Ranch and Kakariko village are some of the most memorable in any video game; due to their distinct inhabitants, and memorable music. There are tedious sections, like the infamous Water Temple, and the escape from Gerudo Fortress, which do impede on the experience somewhat. Despite this, OoT remains an incredibly entertaining game, and one that will likely remain one as long as video games exist.… Expand
  15. Teagen
    Jun 15, 2017
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. personally i enjoyed the game it is a fun game of progression and knowing Zelda is stuck in her castle is always a motivation throughout the game that really makes you forget it is just a game. but it does have its flaws. half of the puzzles are easy along with the combat but there certainly are difficult parts but some of the difficult parts are either tedious or just out right annoying (water temple). And while this part I'm about to mention gets better when you become an adult but it is still a flaw of the game, all i can remember from the part of the game where you are a child is side strafing and rolling across Hyrule field because there was nothing to do in Hyrule field. It just felt like an empty space made to make the game feel bigger.

    Now don't get me wrong this game is still great but it is just little bit nostalgia based fun.    … Expand
  16. MrTacoBob
    Sep 12, 2017
    9
    Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time is a great game don't get me wrong. But, it has a huge flaw. The camera angles and controls haven't aged well besides that Ocarina of Time is a fun adventure game for the Nintendo 64,
  17. Cesarhawk
    Jul 17, 2017
    10
    El mejor juego de todos los tiempos sólo superado por The Legend of Zelda Breath of The Wild.
    Una obra maestra que perdurará por los siglos de los siglos.
  18. Yukyon
    Dec 10, 2019
    10
    while it's a fact that it has not aged that well, Ocarina of Time has such a well written story, and an astonishing soundtrack that without a doubt makes it one of the best videogames of it's time
  19. TeranoSky
    Aug 4, 2017
    9
    Now, if you see my score you might be wondering why I didnt give it a ten. Well... this game is awesome don't get me wrong,but,it isn't flawless. For example,the game while having a large amount of content is extremely linear. Another thing is that,since the game is so linear once you've played trough it, you will most likely not play it again any time soon since aside from some trickyNow, if you see my score you might be wondering why I didnt give it a ten. Well... this game is awesome don't get me wrong,but,it isn't flawless. For example,the game while having a large amount of content is extremely linear. Another thing is that,since the game is so linear once you've played trough it, you will most likely not play it again any time soon since aside from some tricky side quests you will most likely have done pretty much everything. But even though it has some problems the game is a blast to play trough (save some boring sections) and since a normal playtrough can take months, by the time you finish you will most likely want to replay it! So do you get it? Yes, definitely. But keep in mind that even though the game is great its still a N64 game so dont expect 4k or HD.
    (Sorry if I misspelled some words, english isn't my first language.)    … Expand
  20. Rikze
    Aug 4, 2017
    10
    This is 100% the best game ever created! I used to play this as a kid all the time and i hope that Nintendo will make a remastered version for Nintendo Switch. 10/10 for sure
  21. Cjminecraftpro
    Aug 11, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing i love the dungeons, the controls are smooth do yourself a favor and download this game it is worth your time then stupid modern games like call of duty or GTA V Ocarina Of Time is better than them in every way.
  22. Bowsergirl133
    Aug 12, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing! Awesome story, lovable characters that will grow on you as you progress, AMAZING side quests, and the ocarina is an awesome instrument! Overall the game is a 10/10 for me!
  23. Charly2414
    Aug 19, 2017
    10
    Nintendo ha creado una obra maestra con esta joya del gaming, jugabilidad excelente y un género innovador para la epoca con graficos 3d. Simplemente perfecto. Un must-play para TODOS los gamers
  24. FireW0LF
    Aug 24, 2017
    10
    It's the greatest action RPG of all time. Iconic and memorable music, characters, landscapes and story make this epic tale of good and evil truly unforgettable.
  25. MrWildstar
    Nov 27, 2017
    10
    Ocarina of Time is perhaps my favorite game of all time. The story, characters, scenery, music, just everything is amazing. The first time I left the Kokiri forest and stepped out onto Hyrule field, and the amazing music started playing, I knew this game would be one of my favorites. This game is the closest to perfection as any game has ever come.
  26. Sebaxtrial17
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    El antes y después en los videojuegos, inventando la mecánica del target al enemigo que muchísimos videojuegos usan a día de hoy. Las cinemáticas tan bien dirigidas y ese mundo tan basto y vivo que en la época no existía nada igual. Ocarina of time podría ser perfectamente el padre del gaming actual.
  27. lPredator_Godl
    Oct 19, 2020
    10
    This and Majora's Mask are two of my all time favorite games. I like Majora's Mask slightly more, because of the overall tone of the game, but there's not a single bad thing I can say about either of them. I'm glad I got to grow up playing these N64 classics.
  28. RetroSabat
    Feb 15, 2018
    10
    The Best Game of my life, the best game of all time. A critic? Its a little easy, but the vast world, full of secrets and possibilities, was unmatched in its time.
  29. MarsCorialanus
    Oct 27, 2017
    10
    Its easy to critiscize this game in this day and age, when others have had the good fortune to benefit from its trailblazing. Ocarina of Time was and is an experience you will not soon forget. It showed the player how these worlds could transcend just being a "game". This was the great epic fantasy of my childhood. Can't recommend it enough to those who for some reason have not played through it.
  30. Cor64
    Oct 29, 2017
    10
    Que decir de esta maravilla que no se haya dicho ya, está en lo más alto del olimpo de los videojuegos 20 años después
    Yo no creo que ningún juego pueda superar lo que transmitió Ocarina of time en su día, esos gráficos esa banda sonora ese Hyrule ese sistema de combate con el Z-targeting... que el único punto malo que se le achaca siempre sea la no traducción a los principales idiomas    Que decir de esta maravilla que no se haya dicho ya, está en lo más alto del olimpo de los videojuegos 20 años después
    Yo no creo que ningún juego pueda superar lo que transmitió Ocarina of time en su día, esos gráficos esa banda sonora ese Hyrule ese sistema de combate con el Z-targeting... que el único punto malo que se le achaca siempre sea la no traducción a los principales idiomas dice mucho de este juego, por eso no cosechó la nota perfecta en varios análisis    … 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

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Metascore
99

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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