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. coltdogster
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    Such a huge game for it's time. Obviously it hasn't aged perfectly however it fully deserved every bit of credit for how inspiring it was. I still turn on my N64 and listen to the title screen some nights to hear that soundtrack play.. it's beautiful.
  2. Yunobo17
    Jan 3, 2020
    10
    I usually can’t stand the outdated controls of an old game on this particular console, but this, is an exception. A strong, captivating story held my focus all game. Everything about this game is ahead of its time and is better than most modern games. If you haven’t played this game you are missing out, but how have you not played it by now? The only minor issue was the absurd amount ofI usually can’t stand the outdated controls of an old game on this particular console, but this, is an exception. A strong, captivating story held my focus all game. Everything about this game is ahead of its time and is better than most modern games. If you haven’t played this game you are missing out, but how have you not played it by now? The only minor issue was the absurd amount of times I was confused on what I was supposed to do and had to take to much time to find out what was going on or supposed to do. I would give something slightly below a 10 but it just feels wrong to.… Expand
  3. Thenoashow333
    Dec 29, 2019
    9
    Ok this isn’t so much a review cause what is there more to say it’s a brilliant game. But can you Zelda fan boys chill out . Some people won’t like this game and that’s justified. Some people may not enjoy the combat or may not like the controls . This game has ages in some aspects (which I think the exceptional 3ds remaster completely fixes) but still some people will hate me for stingOk this isn’t so much a review cause what is there more to say it’s a brilliant game. But can you Zelda fan boys chill out . Some people won’t like this game and that’s justified. Some people may not enjoy the combat or may not like the controls . This game has ages in some aspects (which I think the exceptional 3ds remaster completely fixes) but still some people will hate me for sting this

    My Twitter is @Big_Sushi_slice if you want to send me a death threat (This game is amazing thou)    … Expand
  4. Kalchabear
    Dec 26, 2019
    5
    This. This is the very definition of overrated. Ocarina of Time’s game mechanics feel incredibly clunky and outdated. Ocarina of Time’s models and sprites DO NOT hold up in today’s world in the least.

    Even the games story, which is praised again and again, feels incredibly average. It’s good, but it doesn’t stand out when compared to the other Legend of Zelda games. It certainly doesn’t    This. This is the very definition of overrated. Ocarina of Time’s game mechanics feel incredibly clunky and outdated. Ocarina of Time’s models and sprites DO NOT hold up in today’s world in the least.

    Even the games story, which is praised again and again, feels incredibly average. It’s good, but it doesn’t stand out when compared to the other Legend of Zelda games. It certainly doesn’t come close to being the best.


    Overall, “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time” is a game that’s aged poorly and is only rated so highly due to its nostalgic fanbase. It’s not bad, but certainly not “Best game ever” material.    … Expand
  5. GeneralLeo20
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    I love the negative reviews complaining about the graphics, who don't read what came out in 1998?
  6. Stego
    Dec 19, 2019
    10
    Greatest video game ever made by a mile! This was a big part of my childhood, I have finished this game over 1000 times and still dont get bored with it! At the time it was absolutely ground breaking, you felt like you were in that world for brief moments, i dont think i would love gaming so much if it wasn’t for this game id score it 1000/10 if possible.
  7. SpectorX
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    Realmente algo que no esperaba es ke este juegos estuviera en el primer lugar de metacritic pero vaya que lo merece solo te digo que si no lo has jugado no se ke estas haciendo con tu vida
  8. 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
  9. Mauri0697
    Dec 10, 2019
    10
    Excelente, de los mejores juegos de la historia, y por supuesto de la gran Nintendo 64.
  10. SporadicDeviant
    Dec 8, 2019
    10
    You look at a game like The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time and you learn about the game's legacy; How it defined the 3D action-adventure genre. How various game creators like Warren Spector (Director of Deus Ex), Tim Schaffer (Writer/Designer of Psychonauts), Hidetaka Miyazaki (Director of the Souls-Borne games), and Dan Houser (Writer/Producer for Grand Theft Auto) cite the game as aYou look at a game like The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time and you learn about the game's legacy; How it defined the 3D action-adventure genre. How various game creators like Warren Spector (Director of Deus Ex), Tim Schaffer (Writer/Designer of Psychonauts), Hidetaka Miyazaki (Director of the Souls-Borne games), and Dan Houser (Writer/Producer for Grand Theft Auto) cite the game as a major influence in not only their games, but 3D game design as a whole. How it's considered to be not only one of the greatest game of all time, but possibly the greatest game of all time.
    You see all of those accolades, and you think to yourself, "There's no way the game is that good. Surely this is all just hype, right?"
    Well, I'm here to tell you that it's not just hype. Ocarina of Time is the near perfect masterpiece that fans claim it to be.
    An amazing story that not only get's you invested in saving the land of Hyrule, but also gets you to care about the characters along the journey. The soundtrack is superb, succeeding in both ambient tracks as well as catchy themes. The game gives the player a sense of atmosphere and environmental story-telling not seen in games before.
    What makes this game truly special is the gameplay and the innovation done to achieve it. Combat is engaging and exciting. The Z-Targeting system was an ingenious innovation that made fighting in a true 3D space more convenient, without reducing the difficulty of fights. The dungeons are some of the series best, being labyrinthian as well as intriguing. Bosses are fantastic, each one testing the player's skills thus far. Plus there are plenty of secrets and side-quests to keep you busy.
    Ignore whatever contrarian Youtuber says otherwise. The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time is not only and objectively fantastic game, it also ranks in my personal favorite games of all time.    … Expand
  11. srj41605
    Dec 2, 2019
    10
    This game is definitely worth a 10. There is always something to do wether it’s multiple side quests and mini games or just the main quest.
  12. scorpio_2049
    Nov 29, 2019
    10
    Perfect game. This is what introduced me to the world of Zelda. Best 3D Zelda game ever.
  13. bioann
    Nov 27, 2019
    10
    Абсолютно гениальная игра, которая даже в конце 2019 года великолепно играется! Отличная графика, отличный геймплей, просто чудесный сюжет. Тут есть "обзор" от дауна под ником LeonDono - не обращайся на вбросы имбецилов, обделённых от рождения умом и вкусом.Абсолютно гениальная игра, которая даже в конце 2019 года великолепно играется! Отличная графика, отличный геймплей, просто чудесный сюжет. Тут есть "обзор" от дауна под ником LeonDono - не обращайся на вбросы имбецилов, обделённых от рождения умом и вкусом.
  14. ZaneFoyleReview
    Nov 26, 2019
    10
    To find your identity means to struggle. To fathom the heart of reality means to accept that where you live does not benefit you, no matter how long you want to stay and keep it as your shell it still hides the truth that there are things that you must face. Things which will continue to tower over your thoughts until you have the courage to take a stand and finally come to anTo find your identity means to struggle. To fathom the heart of reality means to accept that where you live does not benefit you, no matter how long you want to stay and keep it as your shell it still hides the truth that there are things that you must face. Things which will continue to tower over your thoughts until you have the courage to take a stand and finally come to an understanding that life is adventure, and through that trek are obstacles.

    Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is a truly powerful game, not only because of the tangible, expansive atmosphere, but the very thing that exists within it. Behind the layer that is the fear of vulnerability at a young age, are more layers which continue to bind into something so dark, yet beautiful and majestic, as a fantastical game should be, or in any case. Each monster which is fought is perfectly blended into the background, and once seen, the adrenaline kicks in. This game truly is groundbreaking    … Expand
  15. Uhie
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    Infelizmente não tem como dar mais que nota 10. Obra-prima seria pouco pra definir um jogo como esse que revolucionou toda uma indústria.
  16. Znar17
    Nov 21, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This Game changed a lot. Even thought After so much years there are Games I do like more, like majoras mask or even Not Zelda Games, oot will always be the One Game, that showed the world what a Game Can be.… Expand
  17. hardcore_gamer6
    Nov 20, 2019
    9
    This is, in my opinion, one of the best Zelda games ever. I never get tired of playing this game. Totally recommend it
  18. SomaKurusu
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    Sin dudas, uno de los mejores videojuegos de la historia y una de las sagas que mejor vivió el cambio del 2D al 3D. Banda sonora que sonaba maravillosa a pesar de que el formato de sonido de la N64 era MIDI. Historia épica, gráficos exelentes para su época. De las mejores mazmorras que se han creado en la saga, jugabilidad perfecta, en fin, joya atemporal que siempre será recordada como deSin dudas, uno de los mejores videojuegos de la historia y una de las sagas que mejor vivió el cambio del 2D al 3D. Banda sonora que sonaba maravillosa a pesar de que el formato de sonido de la N64 era MIDI. Historia épica, gráficos exelentes para su época. De las mejores mazmorras que se han creado en la saga, jugabilidad perfecta, en fin, joya atemporal que siempre será recordada como de las mejores que se han **** jamás.… Expand
  19. Tuepi
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    My absolute favorite game, as a child I cried after playing through it. Other than other games, it is not made extremely easy for children, in my opinion it is exactly the right level of difficulty.
  20. Tritonlol
    Jun 9, 2019
    7
    Nice, nice ! But why 99 for me this game not ideal! Yes it good but no 99 metacritic
  21. Skyler64
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplesmente incrível. Sua trilha sonora é espetacular, história típica da franquia Zelda. Acho impressionante como um jogo de 1998, de Nintendo 64, ser tão bom e ter envelhecido tão bem. Exceto pelos seus gráficos, mas é algo completamente compreensível. Ocarina Of Time é um jogo lendário: com personagens marcantes, Gameplay excelente, dungeons desafiadoras, e algo que particularmente adoro: A volta no tempo. Esse jogo consegue fazer isso extremamente bem, trazendo toda aquela sensação de que você - No caso o Link - É um adulto agora, que pulou 7 anos no tempo, onde tudo está em ruínas. Uma aventura sensacional onde você precisa salvar Hyrule, enquanto descobre o que aconteceu quando esteve fora. E ver como tudo mudou durante esses 7 anos.

    Seria um pouco egoísmo dizer que este jogo é o melhor de todos os tempos, quem sou eu para afirmar isso? Mas com certeza está entre um dos melhores, e ficará marcado na história: Essa lenda dos video-games.    … Expand
  22. Flextape
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Revolutionary game with a compelling story and graphics for the time. Very challenging and somewhat long game depending on your level of experience with video games.
  23. dylybop
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Perfect Game for its time. The jump from 2D to 3D was no small task, and what Shigeru Miyamoto and the team at Nintendo pulled off was nothing short of spectacular.
  24. Sloppyseconds69
    Nov 8, 2019
    2
    Not a fan of this game at all, I believe it to be extremely overrated. Boo!
  25. Killua-zoldick
    Nov 7, 2019
    10
    Obra maestra, sencillamente el mejor juego de la historia y el Pilar fundamental de varios juegos hoy dia
  26. KaiB
    Nov 6, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story of how link travels through time to save the world is by far one of the greatest. Deserves the Top spot on games… Expand
  27. Apind
    Nov 5, 2019
    10
    I mean, what else is there to say about this game that hasn't already been said? It just defines the term masterpiece. The game play, characters, world, and especially the music still hold up today, and if anyone argues that the graphics aren't good enough, tell them that graphics don't matter unless the marketing literally mentions how good the graphics are. But if there is a problem thatI mean, what else is there to say about this game that hasn't already been said? It just defines the term masterpiece. The game play, characters, world, and especially the music still hold up today, and if anyone argues that the graphics aren't good enough, tell them that graphics don't matter unless the marketing literally mentions how good the graphics are. But if there is a problem that I have with the game, it's just that Hyrule Field is just bland. I have never felt an incentive to explore the world, I find Lake Hylia especially dull, the only reason I've been there was to go to the water temple, and that is the worst dungeon in the game. Despite that one flaw I love literally everything else, Koji Kondo has made an absolutely fantastic soundtrack and should be regarded as one of his best. Objectively speaking, it is THE best Zelda game ever made.… Expand
  28. Yuri_Fantasy
    Nov 5, 2019
    10
    Best game of all time. In a time where 3D complex games were difficult to produce, Nintendo released this masterpiece, which for the first time i could saw a good dinamic camera in a 3rd person game. The first game to have a lock in the enemy, which was revolutionary for the games that would follow like GTA San Andreas, Dark Souls, Assassin's Creed and too many others. Graphics aboveBest game of all time. In a time where 3D complex games were difficult to produce, Nintendo released this masterpiece, which for the first time i could saw a good dinamic camera in a 3rd person game. The first game to have a lock in the enemy, which was revolutionary for the games that would follow like GTA San Andreas, Dark Souls, Assassin's Creed and too many others. Graphics above average and mechanics inconceivable and unimaginable until then. And an extraordinary plot. This game were above average in all the aspects in his time, that's why is considered the best game of all time by many players and critics around the world.… Expand
  29. Piedone
    Nov 4, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Altrough i like this game, it think is really ovverrated.How come is better than Breath of the Wild?!Come on people!
    I'll give it a 9.Great dungeons,ok graphics,good story(a bit confuzing)
    So,stop overrating this!Imo, WW is much better    … Expand
  30. LeonDono
    Nov 2, 2019
    0
    Мне не нравится игра из-за того,что очень старая она для меня . Графика ужасная,геймлей ужасный ,камера ужасная и конечно Все ужасное
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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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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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