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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  2. Mixed: 307 out of 8290
  3. Negative: 589 out of 8290
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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.
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Awards & Rankings

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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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