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. someguyduds
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. perfect , prefectly hard , perfectly easy , levels 10/10 , perfectly open world but not open world

    chefs kiss final fight amazing    … Expand
  2. maxiest
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. unos de los mejores juegos de la historia revolucionario y magnifico tan solo por el legado que a dejado en la industria merece un 10 sin lugar a duda unos de los mejores videojuegos de la historia
    me parece que hasta hoy es disfrutable a pesar de su carencia grafica. La historia es magnifica y profunda al nivel de cualquier obra literaria un guion magnifico a mi parecer el 9.1 que tiene en metacritic es poco siento que debería ser un 10 total y cerrado yo tuve el placer de jugarlo en emulador de pc    … Expand
  3. Jaystain
    Jan 12, 2022
    10
    Ocarina of time will forever be one of the greatest games in history, it has a deep story and a fun gameplay, the music is beautiful and it introduces iconic characters like Ganondorf and Epona, the graphics haven't age perfectly but it is still good and there is a very well made remake on the 3ds, this is truly a historic masterpiece.
  4. MAVLMGianel
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    Perfeito! Simples assim. O melhor jogo de todos os tempos. Épico e inesquecível!
  5. kurama-lixo
    Jan 16, 2022
    10
    jogo muito bom de uma franquia incrível, mudou o mundo dos jogos, vale muito a pena jogar
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    Jan 17, 2022
    10
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  7. MarkoDComet
    Feb 8, 2022
    9
    Visuals: 8 - Knowing that this game was made in 1998, the graphics don't completely live up to today's standards. That being said though, every NPC and monster looks unique and the animations for them, while not always great, are usually good and easy to read.. All the locations are varied and by now are iconic and every dungeon has it's own identity. Very good stuff.

    Audio: 10 - Music    Visuals: 8 - Knowing that this game was made in 1998, the graphics don't completely live up to today's standards. That being said though, every NPC and monster looks unique and the animations for them, while not always great, are usually good and easy to read.. All the locations are varied and by now are iconic and every dungeon has it's own identity. Very good stuff.

    Audio: 10 - Music is a very big factor of this game (there are whole mechanics based off of it). It might be that because of how integral it is to this game that the music is so good. Nearly every single song or even sound effect in this game is memorable. Every town has it's own theme, nearly every dungeon does too! the sound effects are varied detailed and all make sense. There is very little voice acting, so little that no one actually says and words, more like grunts and yells. Even those grunts and yells are done well and became iconic themselves.

    Plot: 7 - The plot of this game is kind of hard to deeply understand unless you pay close attention to what the main characters say (especially sense most of the time they'll only say it once.). Even if you don't pay close attention there is still enough to keep you motivated to the next dungeon. The lore for the game is also pretty unique compared to other RPG titles which is pretty refreshing.

    The way the story plays out in this game is like non other in a Zelda game before it. Old characters are done in new and exciting ways, locations and lore are more fleshed out and have more meaning to them, there are even plot twists that you may or may not see coming. The only problem that I have with the story is the pacing. After while you get dry periods where even after a dungeon the story just says "Go to the next one" without much or any fan fare.

    Gameplay: 9 - This game is a 3D action-adventure RPG. You can travel all across the land to different locations, complete dungeons and find items to help you on your way, hack and slash monsters, and even play minigames!

    this is a 3D adventure so naturally you can control Link in a complete 3D space. You can run, climb, and crawl with ease, but not jump. I suspect that Nintendo didn't let Link jump because it would make constructing dungeons easier and they probably didn't want to make a Mario with a sword game. Link CAN jump but automatically and only if you is running off a platform. This sounds simple but it can be hard to measure how far he can really jump in some cases, cause some annoying deaths or time waste.

    You can also gather a plethora of items, some one time use but much more are a permanent addition to your arsenal. Unlike other games most of Links items are more for completing puzzles than defeating foes. Each item has its own quirks and uses and almost none are finicky to use.

    Combat is very important and also very hard to make right 3D games of this era. Nintendo does something brilliant in this game and incorporates a lock on system in the form of your fairy. With this lock on system no matter how fast and enemy is you can keep track of them. Link also has a good variety of ways he can swing his sword depending on how you move the control stick, which can get some used to but is very rewarding.

    The land of Hyrule is vast, not as vast as games today but still vast! Throughout the game you will travel from one place to another on foot or on horse. There's kind of a central hub that you must travel through to get to new and old lands. Eventually you will find faster and faster ways of getting across. Towns and villages are not just stops along the way either. They offer minigames, rewards and even a tiny bit of lore! Every NPC is unique and somewhat have their own personality.

    Difficulty: 7 - This game can be difficult but there are many ways to mitigate it. Health and item upgrades are plentiful and can range from very easy to hard to get them. The difficult parts in this game that you cannot make easier is the puzzles. Unless you already know the answer it won't get any easier. Luckily though there is a good curve in difficulty in the game. Sometimes the player may not where to go either but Nintendo thought of this and gave you TWO characters that will give you advice on where to go or even how to beat an enemy!

    Overall The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is an absolutely fantastic game even for it's time. Nintendo pulled all the stops to make this game great and I believe they succeeded one hundred percent. This game oozes so much personality that whether you like the game or not it will stay with you forever. I have bought this game for basically every platform it appears on and it always impresses.    … Expand
  8. endsnake
    Jan 21, 2022
    10
    Besto game que e jugado en mi vida me lo jugué en la 3ds y aunque tenga gráficos toscos es besto juego
  9. Piratamaluc
    Jan 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo lindo demais amo ele seu sistema de ocarina e viagem do tempo são muito bom a história e até o gráfico de é linda… Expand
  10. Halfgamertype
    Jan 24, 2022
    10
    Best game ever okkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk?
  11. Mirza57
    Jan 26, 2022
    9
    we just run from dungeon to dungeon in between, I wish there were side quests but it's still playable. other than that, dungeons, boss battles, puzzles are great
  12. MedalOfConnor
    Jan 28, 2022
    10
    This game has heavily exceeded my expectations. The story, music, hero, and villain are all so captivating! The story and terror of The Great King of Evil, Ganondorf, is what drove me to complete this game. 100/100, will definitely play again.
  13. 16Ragnarok15
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    La verdad que me parece un juegazo de los mejores que existen a dia de hoy.
  14. SilarMaldon
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    Probably the best game ever made. Amazing soundtrack, great story and challenging but not impossible. The kind of game you want to get good at. Nintendo defined 3D play with this one and set a bar that no one has matched.
  15. LOKIsv
    Feb 4, 2022
    10
    Best game of all time. A must play before dying game. Perfect plot, the game that defined 3D openwold games. Definitely a game to play no mater what.
  16. BaldursThones
    Apr 13, 2022
    9
    I only played this game as I got older, 20 years after it originally released and yet, despite the many technical limitations and the annoying camera, I think this game is a masterpiece. I hope Nintendo will one day return to making those classic dungeons and fun stories.
  17. Patoplexx
    Feb 12, 2022
    10
    La obra maestra suprema de los videojuegos, un juego que nos mostró lo que iba a ser el futuro Bravo por Nintendo y Miyamoto
  18. RaizSaiyan
    Feb 15, 2022
    9
    Was soll man dazu noch sagen? The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time hat nicht nur das Zelda Franchise,sondern allgemein 3D Action Adventures zu dem gemacht was es heute ist.
  19. Blckmambawinson
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    Best game of all time Best game of all time
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  20. Hisamurai
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I love this game so very much, it’s easily a top 5 of all time for me. I love everything about it, it gets you in the zone.
  21. MLG_MAX
    Dec 27, 2022
    9
    This game is definitely one of my favorite games I have ever played. I can confidently say this as I have no bias like some other people who played the game in the 90s. even if it isn't perfect it is so close to it. when I first started playing it I hated it but I gave it another try and am so glad I did my bigest criticism would be I can be confusing at times and the water temple isThis game is definitely one of my favorite games I have ever played. I can confidently say this as I have no bias like some other people who played the game in the 90s. even if it isn't perfect it is so close to it. when I first started playing it I hated it but I gave it another try and am so glad I did my bigest criticism would be I can be confusing at times and the water temple is absolute garbage but besides that it is a truly an amazing video game.… Expand
  22. Ianas44
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
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  23. Superjackman117
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    The thing about Ocarina of Time is in it's state it still surpasses both the technology limitations of it's time and the test of time as it ages on and still manages to be a perfect 10 if not one of the greatest video games of all time. Ocarina of Time essentially is a generally all-round interesting, good looking (for the tech it was built on at the time but also still graphically holdsThe thing about Ocarina of Time is in it's state it still surpasses both the technology limitations of it's time and the test of time as it ages on and still manages to be a perfect 10 if not one of the greatest video games of all time. Ocarina of Time essentially is a generally all-round interesting, good looking (for the tech it was built on at the time but also still graphically holds up to this day especially with 3ds ports) games that has one of the most fun gameplay mechanics that changes up, really challenging puzzles and a really iconic storyline, I'd say it's one of the best games that covers every sort of thing you could want from a game, honestly I'd give it an obvious 10 for it's time and even now as a 20 something plus year old game as it's still a 10/10 video game that stands the tests of time. I really don't need to keep going with this review as the game will speak for itself if you don't have it on any sort of system or have never played it before in your life you are seriously missing out on one of the most iconic games in Video Game History.

    Highly Recommend.    … Expand
  24. Legnaron17
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Epic and way ahead of its time. The sense of exploration you get is amazing and traveling back and forth, a very unique idea that makes this game even more special.
  25. Puptent
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    The Legends of Zelda Ocarina of Time is one of my favorite games. Definitely in my top 10. The only thing that keeps me from giving it a 10 out of 10, like most Zelda games you need a guide at some point just to figure out what to do next.
  26. luxon
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    la gente que vota 0 son aquellos que no saben admitir la mejor pbra maestra de la historia de los videojuegos
  27. Sjki
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    It is the most perfect game ever created. Yes it hasn't aged well compared to modern games and yes for a new player it can feel repetitive but everything about the balance in the gameplay and the lore this game created is incredible. The game was my childhood and every time I've played it since it has been a pleasure. This games has every reason to be called the best game of all time andIt is the most perfect game ever created. Yes it hasn't aged well compared to modern games and yes for a new player it can feel repetitive but everything about the balance in the gameplay and the lore this game created is incredible. The game was my childhood and every time I've played it since it has been a pleasure. This games has every reason to be called the best game of all time and it definitely deserves that title.… Expand
  28. skyever2
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Un juego que a pesar de ser anticuado para la epoca actual demostro ser realmente bueno con una historia atrapante, querida y ademas muy buena. Ademas, nos presento mecanicas nuevas que al dia de hoy la mayoria de juegos usan, debemos agradecer pues las mecanicas de combate para muchos hoy podrian ser mas comodas gracias a este juego. No solo eso, si no que representa perfectamente laUn juego que a pesar de ser anticuado para la epoca actual demostro ser realmente bueno con una historia atrapante, querida y ademas muy buena. Ademas, nos presento mecanicas nuevas que al dia de hoy la mayoria de juegos usan, debemos agradecer pues las mecanicas de combate para muchos hoy podrian ser mas comodas gracias a este juego. No solo eso, si no que representa perfectamente la nostalgia y el amor que los fans le tenemos a alguien tan querido como Link, es uno de los juegos que quedo para la historia y seguira estando en ella ya que los fans le tienen un aprecio enorme a lo que hicieron con este juego.… Expand
  29. Saadthelegend
    May 23, 2022
    8
    ذا ليجند أوف زيلدا اوكارينا اوف تايم أعظم لعبة زيلدا بالنسبة لي وأشوفها أحد الأشياء الثلاثة العظيمة اللي سوتها نينتيندو بجانب جهاز القيمكيوب ولعبة لويجي مانشن
  30. Jak3y_Soto21
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    The story, characters, music, puzzles just a truely revolutionary game of its time
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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

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  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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