The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

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  1. Brayliner
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    This was the pinnacle of game excellence. It took advantage of all the technology of the time.
  2. IxAMxNIGHTMARE
    Nov 30, 2022
    10
    The game is absolutely flawless no matter how look at it. Nintendo has managed to sell me this game in various formats over and over again.
  3. Danilorrc
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Simplemente perfecto. Mejor no mencionar nada para que vivan las sorpresas por ustedes mismo. Padre de mecánicas que hasta ahora se usan. La única pena es que Nintendo no está interesada en hacer un remake.
  4. gareththestuff
    Apr 26, 2021
    9
    Not the best game ever (or even the best in its series), but one of the best, and I have still played this and Master Quest more times than I want to admit.
  5. Mart189
    Sep 24, 2022
    10
    I have always knew that this game was considered a masterpiece, and that it was considered "the" best game, but I never really understood how such an apparently old and aged-looking video game could be praised so much, I just assumed that it was all the grumpy old players who played this as children and were hit by nostalgia.

    But last year I got the chance to play and finish this video    I have always knew that this game was considered a masterpiece, and that it was considered "the" best game, but I never really understood how such an apparently old and aged-looking video game could be praised so much, I just assumed that it was all the grumpy old players who played this as children and were hit by nostalgia.

    But last year I got the chance to play and finish this video game. And from the very first hours of playing, this game just brings you into another dimension, a similar worlds to ours, with woods, lakes, castles and plains, but adding creatures of all kinds and following the adventure of a small hero. This game has an incredible level design, emotional storytelling, mystical and somehow nostalgia-inducing soundtracks even if you heard them for the first time, never boring gameplay, and funny interactions with all the characters that you encounter through the hero's journey. Technically it is well made, excluding a few bugs and counter intuitive mechanisms, that really don't get in the way of the game play.

    I think this game has an atmosphere and an hidden subtext, that is relatable and resonates unconsciously to every human being, that's why it struck anyone who played it. Combined with it's pristine art that mimics the beauty of the real world in a newly explored technological way and following the adventure of each and everyone of us through growth, change, responsibility and love, it's no surprise that for now, and maybe for a while, this is the best videogame ever made.

    If you can, try to play the original N64 version, in my opinion the 3DS remake just doesn't recreate the same magic, by using new textures that don't really fit with the original atmosphere of the original game, and also the original was intended for an home console which means it's supposed to be played on a big screen to really appreciate the open world, rather than the small screen of the 3DS.

    *Bonus points if you play the original version and try to see yourself as a 10 years old in 1998 during the Christmas holidays, filled only with joy and curiosity, and entering this dimension. Then you'll get me.    … Expand
  6. BandarTS
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece nonetheless. Haters still giving it a low score in 2020,I mean what the HELL?!?
  7. IrishPan
    Jul 8, 2022
    9
    Отличная игра, прошел с огромным удовольствием ставлю 91/100
  8. 10tag
    Jun 22, 2019
    10
    A game which innovated the way video games were made forever being the first game to use 3D sprites on 3D landscapes, along with a manual save feature, it truly changed video games forever. As well as that it has an generally stereotypical story with damsel in distress but the story flows so well with a great twist half way through and along side all that a soundtrack and is pure beauty toA game which innovated the way video games were made forever being the first game to use 3D sprites on 3D landscapes, along with a manual save feature, it truly changed video games forever. As well as that it has an generally stereotypical story with damsel in distress but the story flows so well with a great twist half way through and along side all that a soundtrack and is pure beauty to the ears. It is understandable why it is considered the greatest game eve made… Expand
  9. MXChampagnepapi
    Jun 25, 2019
    10
    What can i say, a masterpiece, this game proves that the legend of zelda games are and adventure to remember.
  10. VictorHylian
    Jun 26, 2019
    10
    Esse é o jogo da minha vida! Jogo que me fez amar vídeo games, com uma narrativa incrível!
  11. Thegamerdark
    Jun 30, 2019
    10
    The best game of all for its fundamental bases and new and complex strategies looking treasures and puzzles very elaborated with a very good story and presenting difficult challenges but without being impossible that are made much better with more rasonamiento and that if you play you end up having bases imolementadas with greater wisdom and with patience nintendo I think the best gameThe best game of all for its fundamental bases and new and complex strategies looking treasures and puzzles very elaborated with a very good story and presenting difficult challenges but without being impossible that are made much better with more rasonamiento and that if you play you end up having bases imolementadas with greater wisdom and with patience nintendo I think the best game ever achieved and without being this would not have bases the current games… Expand
  12. Shinieder65
    Dec 29, 2020
    10
    Com toda certeza um dos se não o
    Jogo mais importante para a indústria nos dias atuais.
  13. Andi2811
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    There is not much I can say about Ocarina of Time that wasn't said 100.000 times. But I think what really is the best part of a close to prefect game, is his amazing atmosphere. Please if you never played this and you're scared because it is old. Go and play it. It is 100% worth your time.
  14. Parkerx87
    Sep 26, 2019
    10
    Probably the best game i have ever played. Its a solid ten. If you like video games you can't miss this game!
  15. Tirian
    Feb 3, 2021
    10
    1998, un año trascendental para la industria del videojuego, y ahi es donde aparece esta joya que sentó las bases para muchos otras grandes sagas que se apoyaron en las bases que Ocarina del Tiempo cimentó. Al momento de argumentar una puntuacion, es importante hacerlo en base a la fecha en que dicho juego salió, y ahi es donde radica el merito de este juegazo: estuvo adelantado a su1998, un año trascendental para la industria del videojuego, y ahi es donde aparece esta joya que sentó las bases para muchos otras grandes sagas que se apoyaron en las bases que Ocarina del Tiempo cimentó. Al momento de argumentar una puntuacion, es importante hacerlo en base a la fecha en que dicho juego salió, y ahi es donde radica el merito de este juegazo: estuvo adelantado a su epoca. Nos dejó mecanicas importantes como el ciclo del dia y la noche, excelentes fisicas, una muy buena trama argumental y que decir de tantos personajes y lugares carismaticamente inolvidables. Los templos y sus jefes han permanecido por siempre en la memoria de los que disfrutamos en su momento este titulo, por lo tanto, la nota que le doy lo vale en cada uno de sus aspectos, ya que juegos con buenas historias hay muchos, pero solo uno es Leyenda.… Expand
  16. Escanor1337
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Um jogo incrível que mesmo nos dias atuais com jogos ultra modernos consegue ser o melhor da história
  17. AlvarezCrack
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    No hay mucho que decir, la infancia pesa (o juventud en mi caso) recuerdo que este juego lo jugué 2 veces y llegue solo hasta el templo del fuego y hay lo deje, a la tercera finalmente lo pase, como olvidar el templo del agua y el odio que llegue a tenerle, al final creo que ya me pase este juego 7 veces y vaya que me divierte, es uno de esos juegos que re juegas y aun da para más.
  18. MatthewDavisMed
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Even after all these years, this is still an epic adventure that to me will never ever get old. It still stands as the best Zelda game to date.
  19. Sbeve
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    The best games of all time, I cannot describe how fun and perfect it is 100/100
  20. 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.
  21. Peter19
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    Amazing game in every aspect. The highest scoring game on Metacritic and every other review site/magazine/etc, and it's no lie.
  22. 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
  23. Spainstrong
    Jan 21, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de Zelda y quizás de la historia. Aun en 2020 puedo recordar lo que sentíamos cuando descrubrimos este juego en 1998. Fue una locura.
  24. CODES84
    Sep 21, 2019
    10
    This is an absolute classic! Without a doubt the best game ever made, not just for Nintendo but ever!
  25. gengared
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Best game I've ever played! It really took me into the world video games. Loved the story, puzzles and characters.
  26. EliteOli
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Its probably one of the biggest clichés in gaming, but Ocarina of Time is truly untouchable. Right ahead when you first play it, you could immediately tell that this is something special. The gameplay, the music, the story, the level design, just every part of it just screams out classic and iconic. Despite its graphics not ageing as well as other Zelda titles, it remains to be flawlessIts probably one of the biggest clichés in gaming, but Ocarina of Time is truly untouchable. Right ahead when you first play it, you could immediately tell that this is something special. The gameplay, the music, the story, the level design, just every part of it just screams out classic and iconic. Despite its graphics not ageing as well as other Zelda titles, it remains to be flawless and untouchable to not only other action-adventure games but the entire medium of the gaming industry, and even after 22 years since its release, even decades later, none will have as much as big an impact on the industry as this Nintendo masterpiece.… Expand
  27. AkiraCritic
    Oct 2, 2019
    10
    Ocarina of Time segue a história de um garoto escolhido para lutar contra Ganondorf, que planeja virar o "rei" de Hyrule. E pra isso terá que viajar entre o tempo e despertar os 6 sábios para impedir o mal. O jogo entrega uma história simples, mas quando ela é combinada com o gameplay do mesmo ela se torna divertida e relativamente instigante. É incrível como o fato de você poderOcarina of Time segue a história de um garoto escolhido para lutar contra Ganondorf, que planeja virar o "rei" de Hyrule. E pra isso terá que viajar entre o tempo e despertar os 6 sábios para impedir o mal. O jogo entrega uma história simples, mas quando ela é combinada com o gameplay do mesmo ela se torna divertida e relativamente instigante. É incrível como o fato de você poder fazer tudo no jogo influência nele, inclusive a trilha sonora, o quê você presencia nesse jogo é (na minha opinião), a segunda maior obra de miyamoto e o melhor jogo de N64. Por isso 10.

    Ps: ele me roubou varias madrugadas...    … Expand
  28. SaltySander1995
    Oct 4, 2019
    10
    For it's time, best game ever made, nice use of the new 3d graphics and very good storyline
  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. 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
  31. 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
  32. Captainj99
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Best game in the world!!! The art and story and graphics for the time are amazing. Still replay it all the time and I’ve been playing it for 20 yrs. this is the epitome of what Zelda games should be. They don’t have my vote with the Breath of the Wild game. I think they took the heart of Zelda away from That one.
  33. 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.
  34. 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.
  35. 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
  36. Maxoner22
    Apr 26, 2021
    8
    Very entertaining game. Long and fun. Definitely over-rated for it was the first great game to go 3D. It still is great don't get me wrong. But it's far from perfect. A game I love from my childhood and really recommend playing to anyone.
  37. ZidaneLionheart
    Dec 13, 2020
    5
    The most classic video game of all time. Technically perfect. The definition of an adventure. The game that made my childhood. Not my favorite game, that would be Final Fantasy IX for emotional connection. But this is undoubtedly a better experience to play for most people. There may always be “better” games, but nothing will ever be this great. Shout out to Majora’s Mask, it really is asThe most classic video game of all time. Technically perfect. The definition of an adventure. The game that made my childhood. Not my favorite game, that would be Final Fantasy IX for emotional connection. But this is undoubtedly a better experience to play for most people. There may always be “better” games, but nothing will ever be this great. Shout out to Majora’s Mask, it really is as good, but different, and also second.… Expand
  38. Who-Dey_KY
    Feb 11, 2020
    10
    Kids who hate on this game are judging it against games in 2020. Hello! This game was made in 1998. For the time, OoT was a masterpiece. One of the first open word 3D games ever. Paved the way. Many of the games kids play today were influenced by OoT. "Z-targeting" was invented by OoT. Hub world. Navigation menus. All invented by OoT.

    The graphics did not age well, but the first    Kids who hate on this game are judging it against games in 2020. Hello! This game was made in 1998. For the time, OoT was a masterpiece. One of the first open word 3D games ever. Paved the way. Many of the games kids play today were influenced by OoT. "Z-targeting" was invented by OoT. Hub world. Navigation menus. All invented by OoT.

    The graphics did not age well, but the first generation of 3D games are all like that. PS1 and N64 games all look like doo-doo in 2020. At the time though, OoT has possibly the best graphics of any 3D game.

    For Zelda fans, this game introduced Zora as we know them. Introduced the Deku Tree, Epona, The Gerudo, etc. The Ganon fight at the end is still the best in the series and makes BoTW look even worse in comparison.    … Expand
  39. Oboeteiru0
    May 11, 2023
    10
    La mayor aventura que he vivido en un videojuego, y posiblemente que viviré.
  40. AgathaCavalcant
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Absolutamente perfeito. Tem um script maravilhoso, plot twists, músicas fascinantes e inesquecíveis *a música intro é um show a parte*
    Nostálgico demais. Um dos primeiros jogos a revolucionar o 3D, ótima jogabilidade, tenho a sensação de que o controle do N64 foi criado exclusivamente para esse jogo. Mundo aberto para se aventurar e poder fazer oq quiser!!!
  41. 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.
  42. scorpio_2049
    Nov 29, 2019
    10
    Perfect game. This is what introduced me to the world of Zelda. Best 3D Zelda game ever.
  43. Evenstar1985
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    This is hands down the best game ever created, I originally wasn't planning on getting the game, since I never played any past Zelda game before OoT, but man that commercial I saw on our living room TV seeing Volvagia for the first time, I snapped immediately "I need this game"
  44. 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
  45. 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
  46. G_man00
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    This game is the reason why gaming is still alive. Whitout this game the entire gaming industry may collapsed because of games like E.T.
  47. 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.
  48. 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
  49. Chalkbrood
    May 20, 2022
    2
    these were my notes as I was playing this game:
    I'm already seeing needless back tracking, there's a guy sleeping in my way and apparently I can't wake him with a slingshot.
    I can observe a full day go by and he doesn't wake up, I have to go back to the start of a zone with no puzzles or enemies just to pick up an item to wake him you don't ever get to use this item again I can only    these were my notes as I was playing this game:
    I'm already seeing needless back tracking, there's a guy sleeping in my way and apparently I can't wake him with a slingshot.
    I can observe a full day go by and he doesn't wake up,
    I have to go back to the start of a zone with no puzzles or enemies just to pick up an item to wake him
    you don't ever get to use this item again
    I can only wonder how somebody thinks of something this terrible

    context sensitive button prompts suck my ass, it slows the game down and it's frustrating when you walk up to something you want to push and end up climbing it or jumping at it or something
    pushing a block on a grid is not something you should have to take care to do, it's not as tho this game has intelligent puzzles
    there's nothing contemplative about the extra 1 second it takes to completely halt your character and slightly realign yourself to get the correct prompt to show up

    dialogue speed is awful
    you either skip the entire conversation or you're forced to read at the pace of someone with a severe learning disorder
    it's even worse beacuse you're forced through conversations with an owl who tells you what to do because this game would be too directionless otherwise I guess
    and then navi tells you what to do anyway
    WHYYY
    the **** owl will even show up to give you tutorials on things that you already know how to do and have already done and the only way you can avoid it is using speedrunning tactics

    the stealth section is the same thing 4 times in a row, a rectangle with 2 guards walking around it

    sometimes the spot you have to stand in to do something is so ridiculously precise I thought more than once I just didn't have some key item yet or something but NOPE
    you can't just be standing on the tree stump with your ocarina out, you have to be standing in THIS EXACT SPOT on the tree stump with your ocarina out
    I had similar issues like this over and over

    in jabu jabu's belly it's one thing to constantly be admonished by the stupid zora child for leaving her alone, it's kind of funny and even tho it's irritating it characterizes her
    it's another thing entirely to "solve a puzzle" and then have navi tell you that you "solved a puzzle" and tell you what the outcomes are and totally slow the game down for no reason
    generally dungeons are just poorly designed and boring, they would all be better if they were linear
    because as it stands all that you do is walk down a corridor, find you can't proceed, backtrack, repeat until you find the place you're supposed to be
    there's nothing interesting about it, you're not exploring, you're not solving a puzzle, you're just walking in circles

    you can get an area of effect spell from a faerie and you get maybe 4 uses of it before you're out of mana so you might want to use it sparingly
    but as it turns out it's never **** useful anyway
    mini game where you have to light some torches? using your magic fire won't solve it, no feeling clever for you
    enemy that's 50% underground and can't be hit by your sword til it's out?
    fire won't hit it either, you just gotta lure it out and hit it with your boomerang
    it's not the worst to have items of your kit that you don't use but it's indicative of how bad the designers were at putting these ideas together

    combat is dull and z targetting doesn't even function properly, it sort of locks you in the direction you're already facing and sort of locks on to a target but only if they barely move and are very close

    "if you let me go I'll sell this to you for 50 rupees"
    "no"
    "okay I'm going home then"
    ????    … Expand
  50. 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.
  51. 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
  52. Mauri0697
    Dec 10, 2019
    10
    Excelente, de los mejores juegos de la historia, y por supuesto de la gran Nintendo 64.
  53. 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
  54. Fox26
    Dec 25, 2020
    10
    Best game ever I love this game to pieces so I can join your voice chat and you can get a screen shot of the wild and I found a cockroach am I talking milk so I can do you
  55. 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.
  56. Tyrecat
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Perfect game. Even decades later I'm still replaying it. The nostalgia is endless.
  57. 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
  58. daskomika
    Feb 7, 2020
    9
    Absolutely great. It‘s so much fun and it gets a 95/100 from me. Only TWW and BotW are better in my opinion..
  59. erors
    Jan 14, 2020
    10
    the best game ever made , the revolution of games the most 3d games started from here , great music , great story , great hero...ocarina of time is timeless
  60. C_Evans6710
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Not just the greatest Zelda, but the greatest game of all time. GOAT period.
  61. tukumalu
    Mar 17, 2020
    10
    A milestone in gaming history where graphic, gameplay, level design and music all came together
  62. carinbacklund
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    This game is a legendary, and for a reason. It's amazing! It's so cool what they were able to do back then and I still enjoy playing this gem of a game!
  63. BobbaFriend
    Mar 22, 2021
    10
    Gráficos: Sin duda alguna es todo un exponente en el ámbito visual, envejeció muy bien. El estilo artístico es único y capta muy bien los ambientes y personajes, junto con secuencias animadas en tiempo real, que le dan un toque de seriedad.
    Música: Hermosa en el mayor sentido de la palabra, las melodías se te quedan en el alma, y te pueden sacar lágrimas debido a la intensidad de la    Gráficos: Sin duda alguna es todo un exponente en el ámbito visual, envejeció muy bien. El estilo artístico es único y capta muy bien los ambientes y personajes, junto con secuencias animadas en tiempo real, que le dan un toque de seriedad.
    Música: Hermosa en el mayor sentido de la palabra, las melodías se te quedan en el alma, y te pueden sacar lágrimas debido a la intensidad de la historia y la excelente edición.
    Historia: Aunque algo simple, es legendaria y cautivadora, el viaje del héroe que más te involucra, con un final más que satisfactorio, personajes inolvidables e incluso animales que siempre recordarás.
    Jugabilidad: Sin duda no hay impedimentos para ejecutar acciones o estrategias. A diferencia de Super Mario 64, este juego tiene un perfecto control de cámaras y una facilidad enorme para controlar todo.
    Es de lejos uno de los mejores juegos de la historia, y probablemente el mejor que se ha **** jamás.    … Expand
  64. EvilKuma
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Even trying it out 20 years after its release this game was still damn near perfect. A must try
  65. Mutty99
    Oct 3, 2022
    10
    Clever and fleshed out adventure. Even with a guide at hand, it's still an extremely challenging but entertaining title, and everything is there for a reason. Very good on all platforms where it came out, even Virtual Console. Must play.
  66. Suyalus
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    This game was my first step into video gaming back in 1999. And lucky me, I picked the best video game in history ever.
    You are not a true gamer if you didn't play this game, what a master piece! ♥ 11/10
  67. Nitroade24
    Jul 17, 2020
    10
    An absolutely legendary adventure that I wish I had played earlier. Instantly one of my favourite games ever.
  68. B1GM4RV
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    Eins der besten Spiele die jemals erschienen.
    Habe es als Kind gespielt und geliebt und liebe es heute noch
  69. icerda02
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    The best game I have ever played. Hands down . This Zelda game alone made me a Zelda fan. I am almost shocked this game was created back in 1998. The gameplay and story is so good you look past the outdated graphics. If you are of a younger generation gamer and have not played Ocarina of Time . Than you need to get a Nintendo 64 console and play this game to appreciate its originality .
  70. BuxIsahak
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    This game is super! The graphics for 2020 are not very good, but what did you want from the 1998 game? Cool gameplay, ADVENTURE! MORE ADVENTURES!
  71. diversant43
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    игра мне очень понравилась , конечно графика так себе но что я предираюсь, она вышла в 1998.
  72. rafaeal
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Nostalgia pura, ainda lembro da primeira vez que joguei esta obra prima dos games em 1998 quando eu tinha 10 anos, ainda hoje é um dos top 5 games que já joguei.
  73. Yito
    Feb 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing!!!!!
    Me encanta este juego aún después de todo este tiempo.
    Apesar de los años creo que merece la pena jugárselo al menos una vez en la vida.
  74. KevinKira
    Mar 1, 2020
    10
    The greatest game of all time, as simple as that.

    Anyone who gives the masterpiece below a 7 or an 8 is either just here to hate on the astounding zelda franchise, doesn't know a DAMN good game or is insane. The dungeons are interesting and unique, the characters are interesting and have personality, the story is highly engaging, the combat is varied, fluid, and fun, the items are    The greatest game of all time, as simple as that.

    Anyone who gives the masterpiece below a 7 or an 8 is either just here to hate on the astounding zelda franchise, doesn't know a DAMN good game or is insane. The dungeons are interesting and unique, the characters are interesting and have personality, the story is highly engaging, the combat is varied, fluid, and fun, the items are amazing, there are a plethora of interesting side quests and collectibles, and considering the fact that this game was made in 1998 the graphics are amazing. The only real downside is that the game is somewhat linear and you can't continue on after beating the final boss, but that doesn't detract from the huge amount of fun I had playing this game.    … Expand
  75. PikachuReiDelas
    Mar 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The legend of zelda is the best Franchise i Ever played i remenber i waking up early Just to play more… Expand
  76. Litlfizzledizzl
    Mar 19, 2020
    10
    Perfect game 10/10 just a masterpiece OoT is just a great game I definitely reccomend a playthrough if you haven't already
  77. XeonZer0
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Honestly this is the greatest game of all time in my opinion without a doubt.
  78. bigchocolate69
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece of a game loaded with temples, puzzles and boss fights that are among the greatest in video game history!
  79. Ethanlso
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest games I have ever played nothing can beat it. Amazing story an amazing feeling of freedom and it has awesome dungeons, bosses and puzzles
  80. OldManLav
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    The G.O.A.T.

    If Sonic got me interested in gaming, this is the game that got me hooked. The most influential game in the history of gaming- there are still systems from this game used in every 3D action/adventure game to date. Everything from lock-on targeting, first person aiming, puzzle design, context sensitive buttons, inventory management, semi-open world design, to basic 3D    The G.O.A.T.

    If Sonic got me interested in gaming, this is the game that got me hooked. The most influential game in the history of gaming- there are still systems from this game used in every 3D action/adventure game to date.

    Everything from lock-on targeting, first person aiming, puzzle design, context sensitive buttons, inventory management, semi-open world design, to basic 3D controls and camera systems: you have this game to thank for it.

    Having one of the most memorable soundtracks in the history of this medium is just icing on the cake.    … Expand
  81. BartLink
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de todos los tiempos,nunca será superado,quien no haya jugado a este juego no se debe considerar Gamer
  82. XTENDO
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Alle die sagen das Spiel ist klobig oder schwammig oder sonst was. Es kam von 1998 und da waren banjo und spyro nicht besser von der Grafik und spielmeschanik. Die Leute die sagen das das Spiel schlecht ist haben wahrscheinlich das Spiel nur 10 min gespielt und sich von anderen eine Meinung geholt das das Spiel scheiße sei. Also gut ihr Menschen die das Zelda schlecht finden sollen ruhig weiter die noch schlechteren Zelda spiele spielen wie links awekening das ja noch eine schlechtere Grafik hat und 2d ist was nicht schwierig umzusetzen ist und die Leute die sagen die sagen die Reihe ist kacke sollen weiter fortnite spielen und call of duty spielen. Weil diese spiele bleiben einem nicht für immer im Kopf weil es nur darum geht anderen abzuballern und zu töten wobei die zelda Reihe eine Verbindung zu einem Spieler aufbaut und weil man sich gut an der Reihe erinnern kann. Ich finde die Mario und Zelda Reihe sind die besten Spiele reihen die es jemals gab und geben wird. Das Spiel bekommt voll kommen zurecht eine 10/10, ein Meisterwek. Love for Zelda and Mario. Und noch was Menschen die nur call of duty spielen oder andere herzlose spiele wissen nicht was richtige Spiele sind und haben auch nur Kritik an so geilen Spielen wie Zelda Oot… Expand
  83. CrusaderJP
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    10 points is not enough to rate this incredible game. Ocarina of Time is an art piece in every respect.
  84. Whaleson
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    Nice! One of my favorites, I'd like to see remake of this thing on switch or any other nin console.
  85. Duken
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    시간의 오카리나는 진짜 최고의 게임이라고 생각합니다 3d rpg 장르에선 이 게임을 참고하지 않은 게임이 없다고 생각이 들정도로 막대한 영향을 끼쳤다고 봅니다
  86. Erased_tape
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    After playing this game for the first time in 2019 I can understand the amazing reputation of this game. Great design, satisfying game-play and brilliant story. It isn't the most intuitive game at times but this allows you to explore the world to a greater extent.
  87. Zoz0207
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    I will say only two words.

    PERFECT GAME!!!

    OW i need to say 75 characters.
  88. RealBread
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    Nothing will ever come close to this. This is not only a masterpiece to gaming, but a masterpiece to art in general. It is just timeless.
  89. LordLothorBrune
    Jul 17, 2023
    10
    Just finished this game and can't stop crying everytime I heard the intro music. It's a goddam experience playing this game, it's so unique and mesmerizing I have no words to describe.
  90. SalemDharkhon
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Only a few years ago I came across my dads old Nintendo 64 and one of the only games he had that wasn't sports related was a 1998 copy of Ocarina of Time. I have always been a big fantasy fan and I must say as soon as I started I was hooked. I had played many fantasy games before, such as Skyrim and all of that but man was this different. The game gives some of the greatest dungeonOnly a few years ago I came across my dads old Nintendo 64 and one of the only games he had that wasn't sports related was a 1998 copy of Ocarina of Time. I have always been a big fantasy fan and I must say as soon as I started I was hooked. I had played many fantasy games before, such as Skyrim and all of that but man was this different. The game gives some of the greatest dungeon mechanics ever created. Every region in the continent of Hyrule introduces you to a whole new realm filled with new races, enemies, and object/supplies. Every dungeon/temple is filled with complex and very interesting puzzles. Every level has some new item that you need to get to the end, and must of the time you will need it later in your adventures. Many secrets lie hidden right before you across the fields of Hyrule, some with fantastic rewards. The narrative is compelling- it is what really got the Zelda timeline rolling. The bosses are fantastic, some are slightly easier than others but overall they are very different from one another and are very enjoyable to fight. This was the first 3d Zelda game and one of the first 3d games in the world. If this game wasn't a sucess neither would the whole gaming industry, I don't care if you compare Zelda to dog turd, its the reason you're having a good time on your nintendo. And hey-THIS IS THE FIRST TIME YOU MEET GANONDORF- this is the greatest and shall always be my favorite video game to ever exist… Expand
  91. Pedrofg
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    Amazing story, compelling characters, great design, graphics and music for the time and ground breaking mechanics for the time, all that added with great replay value with tons of hours of side quests, secrets and areas to explore, this game was probably one of the first "open worlds" games and it for sure changed the industry at it's time, so makes no sense to give t less than a 10
  92. tcost
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Easily best game of all time that inspired a generation, game developers, gamers and art for videogames. Incredible. This will be remembered. Legend.
  93. eldehule
    May 24, 2020
    10
    El mejor videojuego de la historia, gran guión, mejor jugabilidad, los calabozos son impresionantes, emocionante, ¿qué más se puede decir?, simplemente el mejor!
  94. Yotsa
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    Almost 22 years after and still relevant. A true masterpiece by any aspect. I highly recommend people that haven’t played it to give it a go. Just remember it’s a game over two decades old played by inserting a cartridge -Not even a cd! So comparing it to modern games wouldn’t be fair for your experience. Because believe me if you fail to see the appeal of the story and the puzzles and theAlmost 22 years after and still relevant. A true masterpiece by any aspect. I highly recommend people that haven’t played it to give it a go. Just remember it’s a game over two decades old played by inserting a cartridge -Not even a cd! So comparing it to modern games wouldn’t be fair for your experience. Because believe me if you fail to see the appeal of the story and the puzzles and the slow paced game you lose an amazing experience and a glimpse to the gamers world at the end of the 20th century.… Expand
  95. Shalight
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores videojuegos que han existido y existirán por el gran cambio que dió, por el punto de inflexión que dió. Me lo he pasado muchas veces y me sigue encantando cabalgar con Epona por la llanura de Hyrule. Simplemente maravilloso este juegazo.
  96. Meshac
    May 12, 2023
    10
    An absolutely perfect zelda game. My heart smiles at the very mention of this title.
  97. vexyys
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    brooooo what an amazing game!
    simply one of the best in history. despite the somewhat old graphics, this game manages to surprise both for the story and the soundtrack, the setting of scenarios, the gameplay (which is difficult for an N64 game) and much more.
    a wonderful game.
  98. sirlencio
    Apr 21, 2020
    10
    Una obra de arte con todas sus letras, simplemente pensemos en su época de lanzamiento. Tiene una de las bandas sonoras mas memorables de la historia, es la base de muchos de los videojuegos actuales, este juego es un hito
  99. Tattyz13
    Apr 23, 2020
    10
    Recuerdo cuando de niños mi hermano (3 años mayor) y yo jugamos por primera vez este juegazo.
    A mis 10 años se me hacia muuuuuy complicado pero cuando crecí y por fin lo termine, me di cuenta de la maravilla que es.
    Toda la narrativa, el gameplay, la animación, en una palabra TODO en este juego es perfecto.
    Para mi sin lugar a dudas es el mejor juego de la historia.
  100. Afraidmantis
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game Kokiri forest is a good starting place,The Great Deku Tree is the perfect first dungeon then dodongo's cavern and Jabu Jabu’s Belly are not as good but still fantastic the forest and fire temples are a good introduction to adult link and for my unpopular opinion I loved the water temple (I played the n64 version) the shadow and spirit temples are a good ending to the main quest and ganons castle was a amazing ending fighting ganondorf then running out of the collapsing tower to fight Ganon was awesome.… Expand
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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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