The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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8.7

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  1. sid77
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Ignore all the retards scoring this low. 25 hours in and I only chalked off 3 quests from the main story. This is a true nintendo masterpiece! Anyone who cant see how good this is should really stop playing games. The wonder and awesomeness is plain to see. The game is chocked full of content and to explore this massive canvas is truly one of the greatest moments in gaming.
  2. Aswan
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Por suerte poseo todos los zeldas y los viví en su momento, aun recuerdo cuando juge por primera vez al ocarina of time, y este juego me a traido los mismos sentimientos.
    Este juego pasara a la historia como juego de culto.    … Expand
  3. CrackKat
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    If you love open world this will be your favourite game of all time, it truly takes the genre to the next level.
    What makes a game of this ambition good? It's interactiveness. If you have a giant open world that you can only traverse, but not interact with, it's empty. This game is the opposite of that.
    The climbing mechanic is fundamental, it means that you can truly explore the open    If you love open world this will be your favourite game of all time, it truly takes the genre to the next level.
    What makes a game of this ambition good? It's interactiveness. If you have a giant open world that you can only traverse, but not interact with, it's empty. This game is the opposite of that.
    The climbing mechanic is fundamental, it means that you can truly explore the open world with freedom, anything you see, you can reach. But even the climbing has depth because of the stamina bar. You have to choose the least steep approach to minimise stamina drain and bring food/potions that boost stamina with you to help scale the grandest mountains.
    Why is the climbing and exploring great? Because the world is incredibly interactive like no other game. You can cut down a tree and throw objects at it to reposition it using the game's physics system. Once the cut down tree is in place you can walk along it as a bridge to cross a gap or freezing body of water. This is one example of interactivity. Another is lightning, if lightning strikes the grass, it will be set on fire. If the wind is blowing strongly, that fire will spread in that direction. The hot air from the fire will rise, allowing you to ride it up with a sail cloth to reach higher areas.
    All this interactiveness is fully realised through the powers you are given early in the game. The power to manipulate metal objects and the power to store, gather and unleash kinetic energy on objects helps you to creatively solve problems in the vast open world.
    These gameplay mechanics are in the context of a world full of enemies who gather in base camps and lookouts, waiting for you to openly assault them, stealthily kill them or creatively use your powers and the surrounding world to crush/burn/explode them. And if you play your cards right, you can get them to kill each other with their own projectiles, that's another example of how interactive everything is, a thrown rock will hurt anyone not just the target it was thrown at.
    But what happens when you defeat enemies? is the world left empty? or do they simply respawn when you look away? Fortunately it's neither. Through a mechanic I won't spoil, you will always be able to find enemies to fight in the world, they will not run out.
    And the enemies are ruthless, for the first time ever in a Zelda game I find myself dying, several times. Fortunately the game auto saves frequently, putting you back to your last auto-save point on death. This is perfect as it means that you don't lose much progress, but nor are you simply respawned instantly right next to your opponents as if nothing happened.
    It's two main features that define this game: interactivity and execution. More interactivity than any other open world game I've ever played, and the execution of the world design and gameplay mechanics is superb. This is all without mentioning the gorgeous graphics which for me make it the best looking game period. But I do not use this as a focus of the review as it's down to personal taste, I happen to love the art style, but some may not.
    Certainly for me, Breath of the Wild is the greatest game ever made, and I'm still less than 20 hours into it, but I'm sure this is going to be one that lasts well over 100 hours, potentially 200.    … Expand
  4. Tempted
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This gaming experience is unlike any I have had to date, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is truly an amazing experience rivaled only by Ocarina of Time.
  5. theupturnedtree
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I may have been a Nintendo player all of my 23 years of life (and a Zelda romantic since my uncle first introduced me to Ocarina of Time when I was 5), I have played on almost every console and PC nearly every type of game imaginable.

    This game recaptures the wonder I felt exploring OoT for the first time as a child. Now, some 18 years later and with all of my "skills" acquired playing    I may have been a Nintendo player all of my 23 years of life (and a Zelda romantic since my uncle first introduced me to Ocarina of Time when I was 5), I have played on almost every console and PC nearly every type of game imaginable.

    This game recaptures the wonder I felt exploring OoT for the first time as a child. Now, some 18 years later and with all of my "skills" acquired playing video games, I feel just as daunted by the task in front of me as I did trying to figure out what to do when I got to Hyrule Field for the first time. The scope of the game is unimaginable as far as Zelda games go, and I am not sure if Nintendo has actually really captured this spirit in a game they produced in one of the main series they own, or even in the smaller franchises.

    Even so, the game is HARD. It definitely feels easy once you figure out the main controls going through the first area of the game, which is a long and drawn out glorified tutorial, but when you begin looking for things that span the world (which it gives you very little direction to, by the by), you will likely die. And die. And die again.

    It is impressive to play, and just as impressive to listen to and watch. It looks like a moving painting, and sounds like it has been scored with tender care. The art of the game is perfect, though I can see how some would not like the "living painting" style after being bombarded with photo-realism the past few years.

    I would write more... but I really want to get to the first dungeon by the time I go back to work on Monday morning. I heartily suggest getting this game, if you can, and would like to experience something great.    … Expand
  6. Kratbull
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Una puta obra maestra, todo el mundo debería jugar a esto, las notas negativas que tiene son de piperos que no han jugado el juego y han nacido con varios cromosomas de más.
  7. tjamespapo
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    I just finished the game. Took me about 4 days of non stop play. I don't know how so many people could review it so quickly. Seems like a bunch of fake reviews, especially the negative ones. Overall, I thought it was a masterpiece. Though it suffered from frame rate issues in the grassy/shadowy reasons such as the Great Plateau and the forest regions.This game was difficult but not on theI just finished the game. Took me about 4 days of non stop play. I don't know how so many people could review it so quickly. Seems like a bunch of fake reviews, especially the negative ones. Overall, I thought it was a masterpiece. Though it suffered from frame rate issues in the grassy/shadowy reasons such as the Great Plateau and the forest regions.This game was difficult but not on the level of the Dark Souls series. You're able to regenerate your health through food and elixirs. I also didn't care for the weapon durability. It would have been okay if it was just the swords. But the bows too? Those are my complaints. The positives greatly outweigh the negatives. Fantastic combat. Beautiful music. Immersive world. Freedom. The shrines are very intelligently designed and rely on logic. Some enemies seem to be tanks that take forever to kill but I'm used to these types of enemies. Don't know if I'd call this my favorite Zelda game. Ocarina and Major'as are still the pinnacle of the series to me. Overall, though it is one of the best games that has come out in years and definitely the front runner for Game of the Year.… Expand
  8. DavidNar
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Primero, no creo mucho en estos reviews, he leído bastantes y están llenos de trolls, tratando de bajar el perfil a este juego. Ahora bien, el juego cumple con lo prometido, es un tipo de juego "open-air" como le llamaron, y es verdad, puedes ir donde tú quieras, donde se te ocurra prácticamente. Las primeras horas de juego las pasé en el ya clásico paisaje del demo del E3 2016, me habréPrimero, no creo mucho en estos reviews, he leído bastantes y están llenos de trolls, tratando de bajar el perfil a este juego. Ahora bien, el juego cumple con lo prometido, es un tipo de juego "open-air" como le llamaron, y es verdad, puedes ir donde tú quieras, donde se te ocurra prácticamente. Las primeras horas de juego las pasé en el ya clásico paisaje del demo del E3 2016, me habré demorado un par de horas sacar los primeros poderes del sheika slate, pero me demoré por una razón: hay demasiadas cosas por ver, demasiados secretos, una vez que descubres un poder pues lo pruebas y encuentras más cosas. Ahora mismo llevo ya unas 22 horas de juego, y aún no alcanzo el primer templo, por lo mismo.

    Las mecánicas del juego son agradables, lo de las armas a veces es un poco frustrante pero es parte del juego, hay que buscar armas, hay que inventar maneras para derrotar a enemigos, hay algunos que no he podido derrotar francamente.

    El menú del juego es mucho más agradable que otras entregas de Zelda, no hay que esperar nada, es todo instantáneo y se comprende rápidamente.

    Los controles del juego son algo difícil a que acostumbrarse, al principio, luego claro se hace mucho más fácil y es muy cómodo, resulta sorprendente la cantidad de acciones que se pueden realizar.

    De la historia no he visto mucho, he encontrado algunas cosas, por aquí, por allá, tratando de resolver una cosa me topé con otra y la seguí y, pues, descubrí mucho más. La experiencia de juego resulta totalmente satisfactoria. Juego con mi novia, ella no había jugado Zelda en otra ocasión y este simplemente le fascinó, lo jugamos por muchas horas, llevamos todas esas horas de juego y aún nos queda más de la mitad por descubrir, mucho más diría yo.

    Las únicas pantallas de carga son cuando se teletransporta a algún santuario u otro lugar, y cuando entras a los mismos, es la úníca pantalla de carga que se verá y vaya que pasa rápido. No me soprendería (comentario aparte) que los 100 santuarios estuviesen conectados tal como lo hicieron con TLOZ para NES, aunque bueno eso es solo imaginación mía.

    La variedad de enemigos, animales, insectos, materiales, los tipos de transporte, las armas, escudos, herramientas, ropajes, paisajes hace de este juego una aunténtica joya, yo estoy más que contento y de seguro le sacaré muchas horas más. Lo único que se le puede decir a este Zelda son algunas caídas de frame, son puntuales creo yo, no hacen que la experiencia del juego se estropee.

    Ah, y, por cierto, lo estoy jugando en mi querida Wii U y corre de diez!

    Saludos!    … Expand
  9. Misterfan2000
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    El juego, sin dudarlo, es muy divertido y entretenido, además de tener un aspecto gráfico, aunque mejorable, bastante bueno y precioso, y una OST bastante increíble, parece de película!
  10. steampunksky
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This is to counteract all the 0 reviews who give it a review without playing the game. I have started it and it is great, and hope that people are willing to buy a switch just to get the game so that the switch gets more awesome titles.
  11. Rebelarch
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Play this game. Like right now. Stop everything else. Go get this game and play it!

    The beauty of it is masterful. It looks like a moving painting.
  12. dercetojones
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolutely fantastic all the way around. Graphics, sound, story, controls, gameplay; everything is as good as it gets. This might be the best game I've ever played in my thirty-year gaming life.
  13. Malgarios
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    The best Zelda of all time
    Go play this game. Now. This isn't your typical 10/10 game, it goes beyond that. This game is now videogame history.
    Soundtrack ✔️
    Gameplay Mechanics ✔️
    Beautiful Artstyle✔️
    Story ✔️
  14. MrBashbory
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    A great game without a doubt and only shows how imbeciles are the PS lover and xboxers to comment stupid things and comment a 0 just to download the note. Have not played and well to qualify. Please cry more, your tears are delicious.
  15. LaLeYeNDaGamer
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Juego muy bueno y recomendado, se nota que se ha trabajado mucho a la hora de realizar este título, buena jugabilidad y buena historia, un título que merece la pena sin duda para hacerte pasar un buen rato, sin embargo no todo de este juego es bueno, también hay un punto malo a destacar y es la introducción de los DLCs a esta saga, por el momento nada malo más que comentar de este juego.Juego muy bueno y recomendado, se nota que se ha trabajado mucho a la hora de realizar este título, buena jugabilidad y buena historia, un título que merece la pena sin duda para hacerte pasar un buen rato, sin embargo no todo de este juego es bueno, también hay un punto malo a destacar y es la introducción de los DLCs a esta saga, por el momento nada malo más que comentar de este juego.

    En resumen un buen juego y muy recomendable jugarlo.    … Expand
  16. 8bitspower
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo has worked hard on this game, and is the most evolved Zelda among all the games of the franchise since Ocarina of Time, almost everything in the game is perfect, graphics, soundtrack, gameplay, history, everything is excellent, this game is a work of art.
  17. Carlosdark
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Gran juego se nota la pulido y bien si no es para unos ami personalmente me encanto ahora es tiempo de revivir la leyenda al estilo de breath of the wild horas de diversion y porsupuesto sin olvidor la magia que caracteriza ala saga the legend of zelda
  18. Nekoo77
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Amazing, simply Amazing. Nintendo has done it again with Zelda and innovation. Huge map, amazing story and beautiful art and graphics. This game will be talked about for years to come.
  19. linkking
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best game ever... AGAIN!... TAKE THIS HATERS! ;)

    It's a great goodbye for WIIU and a magnificent welcome to Nintendo Switch, after this game, it's going to be too hard that a game cause better experiences.
  20. Acroner
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The best zelda with ocarina... Amazing world, graphics and everything.

    If u buy switch, buy it.

    Amazing que te cagas energy xD, gran juego para todos los públicos y con muchísimas horas de juego.
  21. Pepituscrepitus
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This The Legend of Zelda is amazing, the soundtrack, the gameplay, the graphics, the history, everything, thank you Nintendo for this awesome game....
  22. drumbledwarf
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Do not believe the minority of "0" negative user reviews on Metacritic that are made by people who haven't played the game but for some erroneous reason have a vendetta against a series like Zelda living up to its pedigree. I've played this game for hours and it has stoked and maintained a giddiness and nostalgia that I haven't felt since childhood. The myriad of possibilities and tendencyDo not believe the minority of "0" negative user reviews on Metacritic that are made by people who haven't played the game but for some erroneous reason have a vendetta against a series like Zelda living up to its pedigree. I've played this game for hours and it has stoked and maintained a giddiness and nostalgia that I haven't felt since childhood. The myriad of possibilities and tendency to find yourself completely lost are just two of the ways that Breath of the Wild helps you realise your identity as what the series has always wanted you be, a courageous explorer.… Expand
  23. syedbdusa
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is visually stunning and the soundtrack greatly adds to the experience. I've never been much of Zelda fan but I've never been as excited about a game as this one. The flow is perfect and the possibilities are endless.
  24. Inzaine
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    An absolute convention-defier. The latest installment of the Zelda franchis does NOT dissapoint. With unlimited bounds, you can explore every inch of Hyrule. No corner is without something to do. All characters are charming, with something unique to say, whether they're fearful of the moblins or selling some stuff.

    The combat never gets repetitive. Taking down a horde of enemies is SO    An absolute convention-defier. The latest installment of the Zelda franchis does NOT dissapoint. With unlimited bounds, you can explore every inch of Hyrule. No corner is without something to do. All characters are charming, with something unique to say, whether they're fearful of the moblins or selling some stuff.

    The combat never gets repetitive. Taking down a horde of enemies is SO satisfying. Whether you sneak up, launch a guns-ablazing attack or snip at them with the arrows, you always get something. The abilities such as being able to lift metal, create ice blocks from water, throwing bombs or stopping the flow of time, they are ALL unique.

    The story is compelling and creative. Character developement is done through meaningful flashbacks. No character is bland.

    Get the game.

    NOW.    … Expand
  25. Popartdavid
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Un juego que desde los primero minutos te cautiva y te transporta al mundo de la fantasía y la aventura que añoramos los gamers de la vieja escuela. Tiene todo para ser una obra maestra: una increíble historia, un maravilloso gameplay, hermosas gráficas y el maravilloso espíritu de compartir una aventura épica.
  26. Cygnus
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    First of all I am disgusted by reading several zero scores with the exact same text, this behaviour is not really correct. 2nd of all I love the game, something different, especially from nintendo. And it proves once again, everything they do remains incredibly successful. Spend the whole day playing it and I can't wait to continue.
  27. Draygoon
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best zelda game i've ever played. brings me back to the ocarina of time days. the open exploration that you get in the game is like none other. the world map is huge gameplay is fun and exciting. the amount of weapons seems endless.
  28. Corgiwan
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game isn't perfect. I'm giving it a 10 because I have to round up my 9.8 score for it. This game is pretty damn near perfect, and I'm sure it will get GOTY. The ONLY downside for it is that there are points in the game where there is a frame rate drop.

    Being a PC gamer myself, I notice these drops more often than those who are not used to the crisp 60 fps that PC can give. However,    This game isn't perfect. I'm giving it a 10 because I have to round up my 9.8 score for it. This game is pretty damn near perfect, and I'm sure it will get GOTY. The ONLY downside for it is that there are points in the game where there is a frame rate drop.

    Being a PC gamer myself, I notice these drops more often than those who are not used to the crisp 60 fps that PC can give. However, I quickly got over it and adjusted. Whats more, if you simply can't bear it you can just switch to handheld mode and the frame drops are gone.

    If you liked Ocarina, then you'll love this. If Ocarina is your favorite Zelda game, then this will probably dethrone it. There's so much to do in this game, and its so well executed that you just get lost in the world for hours upon hours.

    It's unfortunate that there's so many salty people that have their jimmies all rustled up because the critic reviews are damn near perfect. These people are just going to try and give as many super low scores as possible even though they don't even own the game. This game deserves the high scores it is receiving, and no salty kids are going to stop it from getting GOTY, and all with what they consider **** graphics.    … Expand
  29. davidrp
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I loved this game a loooot the Hyrule world is enormous and giant but the best thing of this world is the style. This is the best game i've ever played the charcters, the combat, the history simply amazind.
    Recomendable 100%
  30. EdyLee21
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Besides the over 500 negative trolls, this game is pretty good! I'm not into this open world games but I'll try my best to explore this vast world Nintendo is giving us in this adventure, WiiU or Switch the game looks magnificent (Switch gets better resolution and less frame drop)
    Frame drop is a thing in the game but it will be minor, and btw those ugly troll comments...you cant deny    Besides the over 500 negative trolls, this game is pretty good! I'm not into this open world games but I'll try my best to explore this vast world Nintendo is giving us in this adventure, WiiU or Switch the game looks magnificent (Switch gets better resolution and less frame drop)
    Frame drop is a thing in the game but it will be minor, and btw those ugly troll comments...you cant deny that all this open world games DO run on less than 60FPS, by the end of the day it's not the FPS, the graphics, and/or power, but what you felt with the game, the story, music and mostly how you enjoyed the game.

    Happy gaming! I usually dont rate stuff but this game is getting that troll hate so I wanted to balance this, game is not perfect, I have NEVER seen a perfect game in my life, they all have an issue, heavy bugs, horrible controls, no music, bland story....but until now (7 hours of gameplay) I can say Im happy with my purchase!
    10/10    … Expand
  31. Feco
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    How often we get a true masterpiece, in any game system, in any console? Somtimes not even once a year. This game is huge, but its size is not what makes it a masterpiece. Its the wind, the grass, the sun, the rain and every rock and mountain that seem so carefully crafted. It all those shrines and puzzles. This is absolutely beautiful.
  32. shihrux
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    for me this zeda is the third best of saga.The world is pure magic and new features enhance the experience.
    Nevertheless the music ,the variability of npc and the possible dlc have reduced the content of the game.
  33. YassirX
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Countering all the haters who are giving this game a 0.
    I've watched about 18 hours of this game on twitch and in my eyes its a masterpiece.
    Its a true Open-World Zelda with a beautiful Design and nice Quests and Puzzles. The only thing I dislike is the durability, which means Weapons are short-lived. Durability is fine, but things degrade too fast and there is no way to repair or    Countering all the haters who are giving this game a 0.
    I've watched about 18 hours of this game on twitch and in my eyes its a masterpiece.
    Its a true Open-World Zelda with a beautiful Design and nice Quests and Puzzles.
    The only thing I dislike is the durability, which means Weapons are short-lived.
    Durability is fine, but things degrade too fast and there is no way to repair or strengthen the durability of a weapon.

    I would rate it 9.5, because its not perfect but I want to counter the Haters.    … Expand
  34. RealMido
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    What sets the open world of this game is that you look at horizon you will see a landmark so you can play without the mini-map. the climbing on every surface is very useful to explore the world. Game mechanics all open up in the first area in the game, so you can explore at your own pace. The game tends to reward you for exploration and at the same time I never felt overwhelmed by howWhat sets the open world of this game is that you look at horizon you will see a landmark so you can play without the mini-map. the climbing on every surface is very useful to explore the world. Game mechanics all open up in the first area in the game, so you can explore at your own pace. The game tends to reward you for exploration and at the same time I never felt overwhelmed by how large the world is. Must play for fans and a lovely introduction for first timers.… Expand
  35. dopehat
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    As a big fan of the Zelda series, I really like what they did with this game. Sure they could have stuck with the classic liniear gameplay with 12 dungeons or so, but this feels new - and so far enjoying it. I've spend roughly 30 hours so far, and barely done much with the main story.
    I've seen people crying about the FPS drops and honestly, they aren't bad at all.. It happens when alot    As a big fan of the Zelda series, I really like what they did with this game. Sure they could have stuck with the classic liniear gameplay with 12 dungeons or so, but this feels new - and so far enjoying it. I've spend roughly 30 hours so far, and barely done much with the main story.
    I've seen people crying about the FPS drops and honestly, they aren't bad at all.. It happens when alot of stuff is happening all at once and only last for about 2-3 seconds. I think i've experienced 5 or 6 framedrops so far - so honestly it doesn't really bother me at all, and does not effect gameplay much.

    As for the other crying scrubs in the negative section, most of them seems to have given up on the game after less than 2 hours and have absolutely no clue what they are talking about.
    Thank you Nintendo for this gem, I was worried you wouldn't deliever a good game, but it seems you exceed my expectations.

    Only downside is ... I miss Midna from TP...    … Expand
  36. Vamphaery
    Mar 5, 2017
    9
    Taking off my very heavily rose tinted Zelda fandom glasses and trying to describe the game simply for what it is, I'll say it's an open world action RPG with simple but profoundly satisfying mechanics, a heavy emphasis on exploration and discovery, and some of the most brilliant and *satisfying* physics and logic puzzles I've ever seen in a game. (Any game. Honestly, it gives the PortalTaking off my very heavily rose tinted Zelda fandom glasses and trying to describe the game simply for what it is, I'll say it's an open world action RPG with simple but profoundly satisfying mechanics, a heavy emphasis on exploration and discovery, and some of the most brilliant and *satisfying* physics and logic puzzles I've ever seen in a game. (Any game. Honestly, it gives the Portal series and others a very strong run for their money in terms of trying to figure out what to do, and then making use of the game's myriad abilities and its physics engine and timing to solve certain areas.)

    Some caveats, of course. If you've never enjoyed past Zelda games because of the simplistic story, silliness/humor, or general themes, this game isn't likely to change your mind. It does give the world and its history a much greater sense of lore than past installments, and there is voice acting in cut scenes now, but this is still a Zelda game. It still feels like Zelda, it still looks like Zelda, NPCs are still silly/humorous at times like Zelda, most dialogue is still text-based, and mechanically, despite a great many additions that transform the way you play and explore (for the better by far imho,) it still feels - largely, at least - like Zelda.

    Where it differs, and where its genius lies, is both in its constant sense of challenge, and the total freedom it provides to choose how best to overcome its many obstacles. While the save system is extremely generous so as to avoid tedium, even well into the game with lots of health and stamina increases under your belt, you'll encounter enemies that can easily one-hit annihilate you. And every time you acclimate to an enemy or an area and its particular challenges, the game throws something new at you.

    You'll spend a lot of time moving the camera around to get a good view of where you're trying to go, and then trying to decide where to climb/jump/glide so as to reach your intended goal (this free form ability to pick a destination and then try to formulate a tactic for reaching it is one of the game's strengths - maybe its greatest imo) without running out of stamina - which means falling.

    There is *something* to be found everywhere you climb or explore. Shrines (which contain the aforementioned puzzles,) NPCs, Koroks, overworld mini-bosses, enemy forts, or simply chests containing money, ammunition, weapons, armor, or other goodies (sometimes even rare weapons,) abound. But there are still occasional areas that are devoid of any major world content. This lends the game a slow, methodical, lonely feeling at times. (Though some would instead call it boring. Pick your adjective depending upon personal taste. I love it.)

    The physics engine in the game means you can push boulders down hills into enemies, set fires (which spread) to create updrafts to lift your paraglider higher into the air, chop down trees and send them floating down rivers to create makeshift bridges, freeze water to create pillars that alter the path of moving objects in creative ways, or build ad hoc catapults. And much more. Experimenting is rewarding.

    It's going to be very difficult for me to go back to only being able to ride/walk/drive/jump everywhere in games like GTA, Bethesda's titles, or Red Dead, unless they include some form of climbing. The sense of real freedom - and thoughtful effort - it imparts is just too profound to ever go without again imo. And that challenge (can I get up here or should I try another side of the cliff that might be easier? And if I do, will I fall and lose my opportunity to get up there? Do I need stamina elixirs first? Where's the nearest fire to make them?) is the best part of the game for me.

    The first two shrines I did were already the most satisfying puzzles I've ever completed in a game, despite their brevity... and that's just the tip of the ice berg. The game's design and mechanics are, frankly, ingeniously implemented. Perhaps best of all, challenge level seems commensurate with payoff (abilities, powerful items, etc.) which is great. Discovery always leads to some degree of advancement.

    What Ocarina of Time did for Zelda and games in general for its time, with the huge shock and awe of seeing the 2D to 3D transition still in full effect, Breath of the Wild likewise does in its own time for design and freedom... without having to rely on that sense of awe that the industry transitioning to 3D gave us. It doesn't surpass it, but for me, it DOES equal it. (Which in and of itself is astounding.)

    The game is a high 9 for me rather than a 10. There are some muddy textures, some aliasing, and some frame rate issues. Those are the only technical blemishes I've encountered, and that seems to be the consensus so far.

    In short, it's just plain fun, and beautifully implemented. But as with all games, it won't be for everyone. Use the above information to formulate where you're likely to fall. The quantity and variety of content is vast.    … Expand
  37. SJile
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This is far and away the best Zelda game to date, and will be remembered as one of the greatest games ever made. It's almost too good to be true--but over 40 hours in, it's still really that good.

    It takes the groundbreaking innovation of the very first Zelda game and Ocarina of Time, and basically asks: what did people love about these games? What do people love about games in general?    This is far and away the best Zelda game to date, and will be remembered as one of the greatest games ever made. It's almost too good to be true--but over 40 hours in, it's still really that good.

    It takes the groundbreaking innovation of the very first Zelda game and Ocarina of Time, and basically asks: what did people love about these games? What do people love about games in general?

    It's impossible not to think sometimes about Elder Scrolls when you're out scaling mountains and picking flowers. As someone who grew up on Ocarina of Time and Morrowind, this is the game I've spent my whole life waiting for.    … Expand
  38. easterfields
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This is one of those rare games that bring back the nostalgic feelings of wanting to stay at home from school (or work now that I'm an adult) all day and play! I really can't articulate well enough how much of a treasure this game truly is. The Switch has received some criticism for not having a more robust launch line up, but the fact of the matter is that Zelda: BOTW is a Game of theThis is one of those rare games that bring back the nostalgic feelings of wanting to stay at home from school (or work now that I'm an adult) all day and play! I really can't articulate well enough how much of a treasure this game truly is. The Switch has received some criticism for not having a more robust launch line up, but the fact of the matter is that Zelda: BOTW is a Game of the Year title and is pure gold for the launch of a new system. Yeah, yeah, the PS4 and Xbox One both had dozens of games available out the door, however do you still own any of them? I guarantee that every person who purchased a Switch at launch (or is about to) will still have Zelda years down the road. Beautiful graphics, music, gameplay and story and best of all, it was all stitched together with the love that Nintendo pours into it's games. This is really feels more like the sequel to Ocarina of Time that we had been hoping for, for such a long time. Do yourself a favor and buy this now. Oh and did I mention how incredibly amazing it is being able to play this Zelda ANYWHERE-thanks to the smooth as silk transition from large screen TV to handheld device? The Switch has me convinced!… Expand
  39. bagszi
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Over 40 hours in the game and I still have many places to discover, learning new things with every play session, the BotW seriously set my expectation high for open world adventure(and rpg) games. Do yourself a favor and play this game.
  40. Grafeaux1
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Freedom...superbly balanced...always somewhere to go...always something to do...the sounds are familiar and distinguishable...the music matches the environmental moods...all levels of difficulty are found in a single game...puzzles are puzzling yet offer a multitude of ways to solve...never bored...never feel as though I don't know what to do...interface is wonderful...most intriguingFreedom...superbly balanced...always somewhere to go...always something to do...the sounds are familiar and distinguishable...the music matches the environmental moods...all levels of difficulty are found in a single game...puzzles are puzzling yet offer a multitude of ways to solve...never bored...never feel as though I don't know what to do...interface is wonderful...most intriguing adventure game. It plays beautifully on the Wii U as much as on the Switch. I think the amiibo functionality is absolutely wonderful as well; they add to the game and do not take anything away. It is truly an honor to play this game. Replay-ability is what all gaming comes down to and without a doubt Zelda: Breath of the Wild makes this happen. You could have 100 people play it at the same time and they will all have had different adventures despite the one common story.… Expand
  41. ifritforce
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Dfantasstico realmente suave y entretenido, la tematica medio cultura ancestra y tecnologia alienigena hace un zelda novedoso, cambiar el orden de como ci+onsigues los items y el undo abierto lo hace un gran jueoçgo
  42. seynie
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Amazing game!
    the sense of exploration is insane and unseen!
    at first i thought it looked quite empty but once you have a closer look it is so alive!
  43. KurtisThorne
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Bought a switch for this, knowing that it would be a while until there were more games available. Not disappointed! This game is simply awesome.

    Keep up the good work Nintendo!
  44. erpekechana26
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Soy jugador de ps4 pero he jugado a este juego y me ha parecido una obra maestra un candidato a goty este año que lastima la reacción que tienen los usuarios de ps4 porque salga un bueno tan juego en una plataforma que no es ps4, esto es bueno para la industria de los videojuegos y para sus usuarios este Zelda un juegazo de 10! Y no hay mas
  45. XmartoX
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    sin duda el mejor juego desde hace generaciones, juego indispensable para cualquier poseedor de una Wii U o una Nintendo Switch
    El único punto negativo que le veo són sus bajones de frames
  46. samuslink
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    If you are a veteran Zelda gamer you are gonna find trouble getting used to it. Great intro game for new zelda gamers.

    The freedom of the gme gives you a sense of doing nothing, but as you progress you will find immerse into the game.

    the music sucks.
  47. KenZelda
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Simply one of the best games I've ever played in my life. I didn't even play Skyward Sword. The last Zelda I played was OoT and I can say -- this is unlike any Zelda I can remember. It's a completely different game but awesome in it's own way. An amazing, survival-like adventure that is dazzling and simply a masterpiece.
  48. Opal54
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game is truly a masterpiece, no doubt about it. This game will win game of the year. I know it has gotten 7.6 by User score but then again, how many of the ones who's rated it negative have actually played the game?
  49. maxsonlee2
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best games this year. The graphics are amazing because of the wonderful art style. The gameplay is fun and also quite challenging. The world is massive, there is so much to explore. Those that are giving this game a 0/10 are clearly trolls and haters. The haters are just jealous and butt hurt because the game is just amazing. Everything about Breath of the Wild isThis is one of the best games this year. The graphics are amazing because of the wonderful art style. The gameplay is fun and also quite challenging. The world is massive, there is so much to explore. Those that are giving this game a 0/10 are clearly trolls and haters. The haters are just jealous and butt hurt because the game is just amazing. Everything about Breath of the Wild is beautiful, and it's hilarious to see the jealous fanboys from other consoles hating on this game.… Expand
  50. Hooliganeyes
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    Don't listen to the negative reviews. I'm a pretty big Zelda fan, and have to say this could be one of the best. The game looks amazing, and every time I am about to go do something else, it just sucks you back in. I would of given it a 10, but the frame rate drop is the only thing keeping this from a 10. Hopefully Nintendo will be able to patch this, and if they do its a 10. There are fewDon't listen to the negative reviews. I'm a pretty big Zelda fan, and have to say this could be one of the best. The game looks amazing, and every time I am about to go do something else, it just sucks you back in. I would of given it a 10, but the frame rate drop is the only thing keeping this from a 10. Hopefully Nintendo will be able to patch this, and if they do its a 10. There are few games I would even give a 9 to, but this game deserves it. If you have a Wii U, buy this. I don't have the Switch, so I can't comment on whether its worth spending 300 just to play this game.… Expand
  51. Tomo910
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Mind you giving a 10 doesn't mean I think its a perfect game. But so far there isn't anything majorly wrong with the game. I wish haters would stop putting a review out on games. Anyone who scores this game anything less than a 9 feels wrong to me. But the ones scoring 0 and 1 are just sad lonely people with nothing better to do. If they even said the game has ps2 graphics, low resolution,Mind you giving a 10 doesn't mean I think its a perfect game. But so far there isn't anything majorly wrong with the game. I wish haters would stop putting a review out on games. Anyone who scores this game anything less than a 9 feels wrong to me. But the ones scoring 0 and 1 are just sad lonely people with nothing better to do. If they even said the game has ps2 graphics, low resolution, poor graphics, bad gameplay, someone even called it short????? low frame rate??? There is a lot more but I would love to know why hate something especially when you have never played it.… Expand
  52. Vingadero
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    One of the best games ever made.
    It can beat The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time

    Some people here are just jealous, let they be happy writing negative stuff, just don't let it influence you.
  53. Carlokus
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    This is the best game ever created. It's massive, wonderful, with spectacular physics...Everything that The Legend of Zelda fans had been waiting for years.
  54. castletime
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    It is a magical game that you won't want to put down, one that will keep you playing long after you finish the main story. Just exploring the world feels amazingly fun. And it keeps you constantly observing your surroundings and constantly thinking of strategic moves to solve problems
  55. Quazor
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Best Zelda game so far in my opinion. This people giving this fantastic game a 0 can not be trusted, who gives a game a zero that they haven't played? I highly recommend this game for the switch :)
  56. Tjbiker
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Game is just perfect, large open world, endless puzzles and dungeons, you're free to do anything you can imagine. Cooking is a bit confusing at first, but again, it's because you're not limited to specific recipes, anything you throw together results in an entirely new dish, combat is smooth and effortless but still challenging. Overall 10/10.
  57. alesro
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    JAJAJAJAJA hay que ver la cantidad de 0 que se está llevando este juegazo por parte de envidiosos, está claro que algo pasa cuando la mayoría son 10, y comentarios absurdos son 0.
  58. Deibiddo
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Okay everybody ignore the hate this is one of the if not the greatest video game of all time definitely worth it and a extraordinary time. The controls are smooth, Combat is fun, the puzzles are always fresh and creative, and the story is emotional but also uplifting with many more emotions. 10/10.
  59. Lilpain97
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Ok, I played this for about 5 to 10 minutes and all im saying is GOTY. I climbed a mountain and failed tryed to re climb it and failed again did it a 3rd time and failed... I also nearly got **** by a goat. Best 5 or 10 minutes of my life.
    Ps this is to piss off everyone giving it a **** score without actually playing it.
  60. Replicante
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game was part of my childhood. Today, Zelda is part of my life. I no longer live in this world. I now live in Hyrule. It is not perfect, nothing is. However, it is in line with my expectations. Thanks to Nintendo
  61. Astarothduke
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    A masterpiece game. Great game play, great graphic for king of game, superb physics in game, incredible world full of things to do. Nothing else, who cannot play this can continue to envy giving even 0 and 1...
  62. Snick525
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Fantastic game. Wide open and beautiful. Everything you could hope for in the Zelda series. I haven't finished the game yet but so far I've enjoyed every minute of it.
  63. DavidRA
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Un juego que es una virgeria de jugar, buena historia y jugabilidad, que te cautiva con su musica y su entorno, realmente recomendable y muy digno sucesor del TLOZ: Ocarine Of Time.
  64. xess0fd00m
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    It's been already 15 hours of gameplay. It is insane the amount of places you can travel to. You see a mountain? You can climb it. A distant ocean? You can get to it. Vast fields of green? You can walk through them. The freedom given to us is simply breathtaking. The game visuals are perfect in the way they were intended to: it pushes Wii U's hardware to its limit, even dropping someIt's been already 15 hours of gameplay. It is insane the amount of places you can travel to. You see a mountain? You can climb it. A distant ocean? You can get to it. Vast fields of green? You can walk through them. The freedom given to us is simply breathtaking. The game visuals are perfect in the way they were intended to: it pushes Wii U's hardware to its limit, even dropping some frames at times (which for me is not a big of a deal).
    Along with all of the above, the game still is a ZELDA title, with all the characters, places and history we are used to and love.
    This was a huge step forward from Nintendo when it comes to the LoZ library. We will likely be talking about this game 10, 20 years from now. A legacy as important (if not MORE important) as Ocarina of Time.    … Expand
  65. SethlerDaniels
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    The legend of Zelda: Breath of the wild, is, simply, a masterpiece.
    It brings back the childhood, the feelings of Ocarina of time. The true sensation of adventure.

    Too many fake reviews here. Too many haters.

    This game surprises you every second.
    Im happier than ever. Because i think I found my favourite game of all time.
  66. guri
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    The best game ever. Absolute perfection. Zelda did it again. Nothing else in the video game industry right now can hold a candle to it. Thank you Nintendo for bringing such an amazing work of art a reality.
  67. Flash88
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    As a long time Zelda fan, this is such a nice change. I was concerned when I saw the previews, but having played it, it deserves the praise. It takes what's been great about Zelda and expands it.

    Character development that matters. Puzzles. Item collecting. Engaging story. It throws it back to the original NES Zelda though. You awaken and literally have the ability to travel anywhere.    As a long time Zelda fan, this is such a nice change. I was concerned when I saw the previews, but having played it, it deserves the praise. It takes what's been great about Zelda and expands it.

    Character development that matters. Puzzles. Item collecting. Engaging story. It throws it back to the original NES Zelda though. You awaken and literally have the ability to travel anywhere. Obviously you won't be strong enough to tackle some areas when you start, but that adds to your incentive of exploration.

    This game is probably the best Zelda. I think with time, more people will appreciate it.    … Expand
  68. 1714742610
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game is wonder，Let me completely indulge them, the Zelda series is classic, and the Nintendo is not disappointing，Even if only for the Zelda this game, I think the purchase switch is worth it
  69. SimplexSimon
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game is perfect. There is so much nintendo charm. The world is huge and it is filled with interesting secrets and mystery. The combat feels great and cooking really adds another layer to the game. If you have a wii u or switch this is a must buy. If you don't have either, I'd highly recommend you buy a switch. This games is by far the best game to come out in the last 15 years.
  70. Kennebec
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Probably the best zelda game ever. The best open world game I have ever played, it's nice that you have to explore on your own, and not have a map full of icons (farcry 4) to guide you. It truly is a create your own adventure.
  71. DRTDR
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Lots of trolls here spreading lies and overall childish statements, have no fear and make no mistakes this is at the very least the best Zelda to date, its massive world its never dull and you'll be discovering new vistas and things to do well after the 70 hour mark, yet it doesn't force you to take all that time to finish it nor does it "end" your adventure once the story is over.
    This    Lots of trolls here spreading lies and overall childish statements, have no fear and make no mistakes this is at the very least the best Zelda to date, its massive world its never dull and you'll be discovering new vistas and things to do well after the 70 hour mark, yet it doesn't force you to take all that time to finish it nor does it "end" your adventure once the story is over.
    This is a tough Zelda game, specially compared to the past few entries in the series, you'll die a lot.
    Graphics are good, nothing too fancy since it began its life as a wii u game but the cell shading style and vibrant colors make up for that, trust me, you'll find stunning sights to behold in the world and great character design in its inhabitants. (Funny how some trolling children that never touched a ps2 call cell shading "ps2 graffix!!").
    Frame rate drops? Occasionally, in select areas of the massive world and never enough to get you out of the experience, in fact I wouldn't even address them since they are minor but I have to because of the frame rate "scare" and trolls, a minor thing never the less, maybe on a smaller scale world it would be a point against it but not here, at all. This game is as big as you thought it would be, the story telling reminds me of Skyward sword and everything else is full of wonder an discovery, 10 out of 10.    … Expand
  72. iamevilhomer
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    I never give perfect 10's. That being said this game is about a 9.7 or 9.8 lol. It really is. I haven't even played it yet to be honest so don't take my review seriously. I have however seen plenty of reviews and seen lots of game play. Enough to say that well... It's been a long time since a console launched with a game that rivals the likes of halo ce, metroid prime, chrono trigger, andI never give perfect 10's. That being said this game is about a 9.7 or 9.8 lol. It really is. I haven't even played it yet to be honest so don't take my review seriously. I have however seen plenty of reviews and seen lots of game play. Enough to say that well... It's been a long time since a console launched with a game that rivals the likes of halo ce, metroid prime, chrono trigger, and ocarina of time. A game like this goes down in history as a time less classic.

    So call me names for giving a score to a game I haven't played yet but hey... I been a gamer for almost 30 years and my instincts and research prove that this game is great and will probably win game of the year.

    I will admit that playing the game would give me a more in depth idea of the games quality but hey... Research and gameplay videos give you a good enough idea... A good enough idea to know if the game is bad, mediocre, good, or great and clearly this one is great.

    So you can hate on me for scoring the game high without even playing it but please don't. Not when there are xbox, pc, and playstation fans giving it 0/10 scores. Those are the real unreasonable jerks. I'm a ps2 fan and don't care for the ps3 and ps4 but you don't see me bashing last of us... I know last of us is a great game...

    It just saddens me to see that fanboys can rage so hard and bash something so hard just because the reviews are good and that nintendo isn't all about multiplayer online only trash like over watch and cod. Multiplayer online gaming is pretty much dead anyways. Lag, cheaters, betrayers, trollers, gankers, unbalanced crap, nube friendly games, extra expenses, micro transactions etc etc... Games like Botw don't have anything to do with that crap and deliver what gamers truly need and want deep down. A fun single player game that you will remember forever.

    So like I said... Don't take this review too seriously. Hell... don't take any review seriously lol. But please ignore the red scores on this site. They are clearly just trying to make nintendo look bad because they have some sort of blind hatred for nintendo which is stupid because nintendo has screwed over gamers financially far less than pc, playstation, and xbox. Morons...

    Glad to see a console launch with a must have game. Nintendo hasn't done this since the N64 with Super mario 64. Glad to see it at 98% from the critic reviews. Games like Witcher 3, Doom, Blood born, and this don't screw the customer over with micro transactions. You wont see buying hearts for 5 dollars a piece in this game lol. More games like this need to exist and less games like over watch. I know over watch can be fun but it does so much to poop on the customer in exchange. Botw on the other hand does next to nothing to mess with the customer financially and offers a experience you wont get anywhere... Especially not in a generic online shooter.    … Expand
  73. Osodrak64
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I already finished the game and all I can say is: BEST GAME EVER!! Nintendo really worked hard and put so much effort on making this game just like it is, I'm truly in love with it and after 15 years of gaming this is definitely the best game I've ever played. It deserves being played by all gamers and I'm so lucky to be able to have this game in my hands and I will embrace it forever!I already finished the game and all I can say is: BEST GAME EVER!! Nintendo really worked hard and put so much effort on making this game just like it is, I'm truly in love with it and after 15 years of gaming this is definitely the best game I've ever played. It deserves being played by all gamers and I'm so lucky to be able to have this game in my hands and I will embrace it forever! This isn't a regular game, this is ART! "If you can see it, you can get it." I can't remember who said that but It is true, the way you can do whatever you want and interact with so many things in so many different ways fill up the gigant world that you live in. The story is amazing, the gameplay even better and the most important thing to me: It's very fun and entertaining. I recommend Breath of the Wild for all players across the world and I hope that Nintendo will make a lot of money with it because they deserve it, believe me, they really deserve everything! Love you Nintendo, love you all and thanks for everything you guys made for me. Keep the amazing work and love for everyone, peace!… Expand
  74. MikaelGray
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is The Legend Of Zelda, Nintendo did it again.
    Can't really say anything that hasn't been said already, other than the frame rate issues at some points the game is a masterpiece.
  75. Marcos8710
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo has done it again, the best game ever is enough to show that Nintendo has control over their LIPs and the consoles they create is what they need to bring us these awesome experiences.
  76. Jonas77
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I think it is clear that Nintendo clerly have looked at Skyrim for its inspiration for this new massive Zelda game. But I prefer Zelda Breath of the Wild to Skyrim for the Zelda world, to me, seems much more alive. Well done Nintendo!
  77. mateusnds
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is without a doubt the best game I've ever played!
    Completely original and the graph is unbelievably beautiful.

    This is undoubtedly the best work ever done by Nintendo so far.

    Congratulations Switch.
  78. DiamondJoyride
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Don't listen to a single thing that the Sony/Microsoft fanboys are spewing out. This game is a masterpiece.

    The graphics are beautiful, the game feels great to play, and the absolute best part is that you have absolutely no limits as to how you want to play this game. I think this is the only game I've ever played that actually deserves a 10. Go play this game now. Easily the best    Don't listen to a single thing that the Sony/Microsoft fanboys are spewing out. This game is a masterpiece.

    The graphics are beautiful, the game feels great to play, and the absolute best part is that you have absolutely no limits as to how you want to play this game. I think this is the only game I've ever played that actually deserves a 10.

    Go play this game now. Easily the best game of all time, and GOTY.    … Expand
  79. Oluasc
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Amazing gameplay.
    Amazing mechanics.
    Amazing art.
    One of the best zeldas of all time.
    One of the best rpg of all time.
    Superb game in general.

    Why sony boys negative the game? Jesus...
  80. FranTX
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    98 de la prensa con miles de maletines de sony, no hay mas que decir hasta ellos se han rendido ante este Zelda y ya veo toda esa gente ardida ¿que les cuesta aceptar la obra maestra que es?
  81. Darksiusx
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Sinceramente una gran obra de arte, una obra maestra que no se encuentra practicamente ya en estos tiempos lamentablemente esto genera odio de personas que no pueden evitar la envidia .Una obra maestra, un juego que tienes muchas cosas novedosas que aportar al mundo de los juegos, llevo 6 horas jugando y que puedo decir una obra maestra, definitivamente sera nominado a GOTY 2017 y no meSinceramente una gran obra de arte, una obra maestra que no se encuentra practicamente ya en estos tiempos lamentablemente esto genera odio de personas que no pueden evitar la envidia .Una obra maestra, un juego que tienes muchas cosas novedosas que aportar al mundo de los juegos, llevo 6 horas jugando y que puedo decir una obra maestra, definitivamente sera nominado a GOTY 2017 y no me extrañaría que lo ganara, este juego debes jugarlo una vez en tu vida como mínimo.… Expand
  82. whyamihere44
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Everyone who is giving this game a Zero are fanboys who literally made an account yesterday or today just to give it a bad user review. Do you guys have something better to do than talking crap about a game or are you guys that disappointing. I may one review under my name and it a average review for Horizon Zero Dawn but I didn't write that review as fanboy of Nintendo or Microsoft. IEveryone who is giving this game a Zero are fanboys who literally made an account yesterday or today just to give it a bad user review. Do you guys have something better to do than talking crap about a game or are you guys that disappointing. I may one review under my name and it a average review for Horizon Zero Dawn but I didn't write that review as fanboy of Nintendo or Microsoft. I wrote it as a gamer who has been playing games for the last 15 years. I think this game is worthy of a ten because it gives me the freedom to let me do whatever I want to do in the first hour or two and that freedom lets me try many different things. Yes the game is not the best looking game out there and there is the frame rate drop every once in a while but everything else the game does makes me not worry about those and just lets me enjoy the freedom it gets me.… Expand
  83. canicas
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Literally the absolute best video game in existence. Takes everything I love about video games into one game. Feels like a new traditional Zelda game for the history books.
  84. Nanda_Eng
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild is not only a great game, but one of the best games of all time. The title is a rare technical and artistic achievement. Just as Ocarina of Time has redefined video games forever, it seems logical that Breath of the Wild also serves as a new quality paradigm for RPG. Precise controls, beautiful soundtrack and a strong and exciting story set the toneThe Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild is not only a great game, but one of the best games of all time. The title is a rare technical and artistic achievement. Just as Ocarina of Time has redefined video games forever, it seems logical that Breath of the Wild also serves as a new quality paradigm for RPG. Precise controls, beautiful soundtrack and a strong and exciting story set the tone for this unforgettable journey.… Expand
  85. Megumin
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    So many trolls giving this game a bad rating without even playing it. People claiming they beat the game an hour after it came out and saying they put 20 hours into it (lol) game is 10/10 buy it
  86. yangerman454
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos que he podido jugar y sinceramente no tiene que envidiarle a nadie, totalmente sorprendente y merecido 10/10 que tiene en otras reviews...como siempre Nintendo logra sorprendernos haciendo excelentes juegos con sus IPs logrando darle un valor único.
    GOTY
  87. MyGoodMustache
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Zelda Breath of the Wild is a real good game with lots of things to do.
    Personally I've spent all my time so far role playing that I was taking a bath in the tub you wake up in at the beginning. I'm getting so freaking clean, but every time I get out I step in some dirt and have to take another bath.
  88. Dadrik
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    While this game will be divisive among fans of the franchise, there's no doubt that it's a masterpiece.
    First, the freedom is almost total, you're free to go everywhere you want to go, minus some specific places. You see a ledge ? A wall ? You can climb it. No barrier.
    While the story and musics are kinda standing back compared to the previous entries, they're still good, and the focus    While this game will be divisive among fans of the franchise, there's no doubt that it's a masterpiece.
    First, the freedom is almost total, you're free to go everywhere you want to go, minus some specific places. You see a ledge ? A wall ? You can climb it. No barrier.
    While the story and musics are kinda standing back compared to the previous entries, they're still good, and the focus on exploration is absolutely fantastic. This is the ultimate adventure game.

    There are some performance issues, and the bestiary is rather lacking, but these are really minor flaws, compared to what the game offers.

    Yes, TLoZ has changed with Breath of the Wild. But Nintendo took a worthy risk and delivered one of the best games of the past 10 years. Truely a new standard.

    If you were on the fence, I really recommend it.    … Expand
  89. Juicetin
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Personally I've always struggled to be gripped by the Zelda games (despite their massive success). However Breath of the Wild has managed to grip me within the first few hours of gameplay. The controls are very quick to learn, the graphics are stunning and having the game on the Switch just makes things so convenient. I see this game setting an example for future developers on how an RPGPersonally I've always struggled to be gripped by the Zelda games (despite their massive success). However Breath of the Wild has managed to grip me within the first few hours of gameplay. The controls are very quick to learn, the graphics are stunning and having the game on the Switch just makes things so convenient. I see this game setting an example for future developers on how an RPG should be done! 10/10, wood bang.… Expand
  90. felipe_ebf
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Hey Nintendo haters, and fanboys of PS, you can put how many 0/10 you want in the review, but your review will not change the fact that this game, The Legend Of Zelda Breath Of The Wild is one of the best games ever created. I Know it is painful to accept that this game is better than anything that you favorite developer of games ever created or will create someday, but this is it, BreathHey Nintendo haters, and fanboys of PS, you can put how many 0/10 you want in the review, but your review will not change the fact that this game, The Legend Of Zelda Breath Of The Wild is one of the best games ever created. I Know it is painful to accept that this game is better than anything that you favorite developer of games ever created or will create someday, but this is it, Breath Of The Wild is better than The Witcher 3, Horizon Zero Dawn, The Last Guardian, Uncharted 4 or any other uncharted, the last of us, and is more sad that the last of us 2, red dead redemption 2, god of war will not be better than this games.

    When Nintendo decide to make a masterpiece, they simply does, and this games is only one more masterpiece of Nintendo. The best game ever created is The Legend of Zelda Ocarina Of Time with 99/100, and now The Legend Of Zelda Breath of The Wild is the second one, cry more, your tears is salty and delicious.

    Put more negative review on the user reviews, maybe the universe will be in equilibrium again.

    MASTERPIECE, one of the best games ever created, probably will be GOTY 2017 and will be the best game of this generetion, just like MARIO GALAXY WAS THE BEST GAME OF THE LAST GENERATION.

    10/10.    … Expand
  91. GamerJosh0137
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Wow, just wow. I don't have the words honestly. I have not owned a Nintendo console since the Gamecube. Not out of specific dislikes for Nintendo but at the time I never could justify spending money on multiple consoles and PlayStation was more in line with what I love to play. That being said I am now able to afford more than one console and the Switch was the perfect buy, because itWow, just wow. I don't have the words honestly. I have not owned a Nintendo console since the Gamecube. Not out of specific dislikes for Nintendo but at the time I never could justify spending money on multiple consoles and PlayStation was more in line with what I love to play. That being said I am now able to afford more than one console and the Switch was the perfect buy, because it allows me to play Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It is insanely good, and a perfect game to start after finishing Horizon Zero Dawn. Zelda is gorgeous and quite frankly proves that more powerful hardware doesn't equal better games. Combat is fluid and super fun. The damaged weapon mechanic forces you to "Switch" up (see what I did there? ha!) gameplay style and manages to keep it relatively fresh. Zelda is also a LOT harder than I expected. Not so much on the level of Dark Souls or anything but enough to take me by surprise. I honestly cannot think of one thing I really don't like about Zelda. I was really worried because I was basically buying the Switch to play Zelda and ALMOST bought the Wii U instead due to it being much cheaper, but after using the Switch I'm super excited for what will come, and if there are several games HALF as good as Zelda I will be super happy.… Expand
  92. wiipetsto
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    It’s taken 18 years, but Nintendo has done it again: this is the adventure game to beat.
    A titanic open world full of life and things to do, a robust combat system and the best story ever.
    IGN 10/10 Finally the right amount of Water.
  93. jeanmassumi
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos que já joguei na vida.

    Tanto a ambientação, com uma variação de musicas classicas dando para calma para o ambiente gigantesco, quanto a quantidade de mini dungeons encontradas com sua varidade de armas e itens.

    É um jogo para você jogar e curtir com calma, explorando cada canto do mapa procurando por segredos.

    GOTY
  94. Leoalwes
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Perfeito descreve esse jogo. Open world perfeito, sem lugares mortos. História maravilhosa, roteiro bem construído, elementos diversos, grande quantidade de itens, armas, trajes e outros, sistema de batalha sensacional. Design equilibrado e gostoso de ver!
  95. mkfreddddi
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is a gaming master piece, whether youre a Legend of Zelda fan or of just open world. It doesnt everything right. Crafting, cooking, exploring, challenging fights, wide weapon and clothing variety, etc. Youll find yourself immersed in a huge world with lots to do
  96. motherBOARD
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Remember me the good time of OOT, An amazing game and a big step in for the zelda license in the next gen and in her history. it can be the GOTY. Haters gonna hate
  97. mendietta
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best zelda game I have played, thoroughly enjoying this game with no chance of stopping anytime soon.
    People have criticised zelda games in the past for being very predictable and formulaic, however this is no longer the case with BotW.
    Cannot stress how good this game is!
  98. mikeywikey
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Lol figures there be a **** of butthurt salty **** bashing the game when they haven't played the game. Kill yourselves before making a review. I hope this site dies in a fire. Lololol
  99. Hylian_Hero
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    As I get older, I find that I am more critical of video games. It takes a lot to impress me nowadays, but this game delivers. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is absolutely amazing. The attention to detail is impressive and the open world is a breath of fresh air to the series. I haven't been able to put this game down since I started playing. While I am only a few hours into theAs I get older, I find that I am more critical of video games. It takes a lot to impress me nowadays, but this game delivers. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is absolutely amazing. The attention to detail is impressive and the open world is a breath of fresh air to the series. I haven't been able to put this game down since I started playing. While I am only a few hours into the game, it appears that I am only scratching the surface, and I can't wait to continue playing. In my opinion, this game is a must buy if you have a Wii U or Switch. Do yourself a favor and buy this game...it is something you owe yourself to experience!… Expand
  100. HipHopTastic
    Apr 24, 2017
    10
    Never had SOO much fun with a game, and a game has never immersed me and held my attention for hours upon hours on end like this one, What more can be said about this game that hasn't already been said?This could well be the best video game I have ever played. A Beautiful Masterpiece.
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Universal acclaim - based on 109 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 106 out of 109
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 109
  3. Negative: 0 out of 109
  1. GameGrin
    Dec 12, 2017
    100
    Where it takes mechanics from others in the industry, it improves upon them; where it introduces new ones, you slap your forehead in amazement that it hasn’t been done before. Breath of the Wild is development done right, and damn near the best game you’ll play all year.
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  2. Wired UK
    Aug 30, 2017
    100
    Breath of the Wild is a masterpiece.
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  3. Games Master UK
    May 19, 2017
    96
    Up there with the finest Zelda games, Breath of the Wild is bold, liberating, and utterly astonishing. [Apr 2017, p.60]
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