The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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8.7

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  1. YakusokuNoJi
    Jul 20, 2023
    8
    A stunningly beautiful game. Not the best Zelda in my opinion (Twilight Princess as that was the game that was so good it brought me back to Zelda and made me buy BotW in the first place) but definitely one of the best. It is atmospheric and charming and even the combat is exciting. Just running around and exploring the world is entertaining and that was the intent, of course. If it wouldA stunningly beautiful game. Not the best Zelda in my opinion (Twilight Princess as that was the game that was so good it brought me back to Zelda and made me buy BotW in the first place) but definitely one of the best. It is atmospheric and charming and even the combat is exciting. Just running around and exploring the world is entertaining and that was the intent, of course. If it would not have that much story then it would probably get a bit of a worse rating from me but the thing is that you very well have the chance too get through story, you just need to live through this game to get to know it. Basically it is a game were, in case you want to know the full story, they want you to just play the game first by exploring and then "earn the story" with it instead of just giving it the linear treatment. Of course you can also have shorter version of it by just going to the main villain as quickly as possible but that is not what should be done.
    If a game is so great that I am happy everytime I get more stamina to cilmb even higher spots just because I can, then this is a very special game. What could be said about it that I think of as a bit negative? The music is not all that present all the time. That is a bit sad for a Zelda game. It still is there but especially for the great distances that you run or ride I would have loved to hear a theme. Bonus points for the dungeon re-interpretation theme though.    … Expand
  2. Kaiten09
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    A la altura de Ocaria of Time, uno de los mejores juegos hasta el momento, muy feliz de que nintendo inicie con este juego para su nueva consola. De lo mejor de este año.
  3. CoophyPlay
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Este juego es magia pura, reconozco que las dos primeras horas no son lo mejor de la saga pero el simple hecho de haberle dado un motivo a ese mundo abierto y un sentido a cada elemento del juego hacen que este se convierta por el momento en el mejor juego de la saga y probablemente también de la historia. El único problema es que hay mucha gente que critica este juego solo por rabia oEste juego es magia pura, reconozco que las dos primeras horas no son lo mejor de la saga pero el simple hecho de haberle dado un motivo a ese mundo abierto y un sentido a cada elemento del juego hacen que este se convierta por el momento en el mejor juego de la saga y probablemente también de la historia. El único problema es que hay mucha gente que critica este juego solo por rabia o porque no han jugado lo suficiente o por ser un juego de mundo abierto ya que hay gente a la que le abruma tener tantas opciones. Personalmente si eres una persona fan de zelda/amante de los sandbox o simplemente quieres probarlo. Ya tienes una compra asegurada… Expand
  4. kjtrill
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    6 hours in and this game is really incredible. So far it seems to be the best entry in the Zelda franchise. The creativity in how you can approach playing the game is truly unsurpassed.
  5. Xineohp360
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Bought the switch today with the game. I haven't even reached the first Elder/ First Quest passed the tutorial and I love this game! Climbing the mountain for a trial is beyond fantastic!
  6. VariableSpark
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Ignore the morons that think they're funny by rating it a 0 out of spite (yeah, seems realistic that it's that bad when the metascore is 98. Super funny troll, guys! lollloollool!!!111!!11)

    This game is gorgeous, and easily one of the best games I've played in a long time. I know it's early in the year, but this is definitely a contender for GOTY.
  7. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The legend of zelda is a great franchise with great games that should be inspirational for new IPs in the future.

    The legend of zelda Breath of the wild is a fantastic game 10/10
  8. MetaCriticIdiot
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    It is a really good game and I really enjoyed it but I hate the fact that it's a switch exclusive.Ps4 Xbox and pc release will most likely not be out this year(if ever) :(
  9. TJR
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    The story is fantastic, the graphics are very crisp, and the soundtrack in this game is perfect. Definitely my favorite Legend of Zelda game of all time.
  10. brunoduartedc
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I'm speechless with the game. It's huge, it's pretty, it's a masterpiece that we needed after the long wait with no Zelda games. I thought that i would miss the dark atmosphere within twilight princess and majora's mask. But after playing the game, it proved i was wrong.
    The story is fantastic, it's sad, but we feel really immersed in it.
    The battles are fantastic, mainly the ones    I'm speechless with the game. It's huge, it's pretty, it's a masterpiece that we needed after the long wait with no Zelda games. I thought that i would miss the dark atmosphere within twilight princess and majora's mask. But after playing the game, it proved i was wrong.
    The story is fantastic, it's sad, but we feel really immersed in it.
    The battles are fantastic, mainly the ones against the divine beasts. God, they are one of the best things i've done.
    And the world... wow, huge, full of things to explore and full of mysteries. I feel like i don't want to lose any side-quest ou shrine because they are fantastic.    … Expand
  11. Knawx
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    You know a game is amazing when Xbox and Playstation fanboys are so threatened they spend time out of their day to spam negative scores here on metacritic without playing the game. Good work Nintendo. You truly know how to cut to the core of these sad individuals!

    As someone who currently owns a Playstation 4, Xbox One and a good PC (and has been playing video games since the NES) I can    You know a game is amazing when Xbox and Playstation fanboys are so threatened they spend time out of their day to spam negative scores here on metacritic without playing the game. Good work Nintendo. You truly know how to cut to the core of these sad individuals!

    As someone who currently owns a Playstation 4, Xbox One and a good PC (and has been playing video games since the NES) I can easily say this is one of the greatest video games every created. Hands down.    … Expand
  12. danigabber
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Desde ocarina of time que no sentia algo asi, no es mejor ni peor, es diferente y eso es lo que lo hace una obra maestra. Junto a ocarina of time y metal gear solid el top 3 indiscutible
  13. Sully20000
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    What an incredible game, the haters are out in force, anyone who's played this game will know that anything below an 8 is just criminal. Graphics, gameplay, story just A+
  14. Frank7
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Unbelievable experience. Big Zelda fan, & this one is possibly the best. It's so big, vast & interesting with plenty of things to do, not to mention a sense of wonder which really doesn't happen to often with open World games anymore. It makes you want to explore every inch of it. Enjoying every minute of it. ^_^
  15. TheGamingCrypt
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This game is breath taking! it seriously is a masterpiece. its so magical beautiful and emersive with a beautiful art direction! the world is huge i mean really huge! and the puzzles in the shrines are very fun and also relaxing! the story line is really well laid out and although the game is now open world and you can do things when you want in any order you wish the game just organicallyThis game is breath taking! it seriously is a masterpiece. its so magical beautiful and emersive with a beautiful art direction! the world is huge i mean really huge! and the puzzles in the shrines are very fun and also relaxing! the story line is really well laid out and although the game is now open world and you can do things when you want in any order you wish the game just organically unfolds! it really captures an old school classic feel to it like how great video games used to be but just with modern shiny graphics! it just has such a classic feel to it! its what the best video games of all time used to look and feel like just better! i am a proud owner of this game and dont want it to end its that good! illl be playing this game again and again! 10/10… Expand
  16. ThoseCravens
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    You may want to check the mixed reviews, but you can't take 95% of the negative ones seriously. This is not a BAD NEGATIVE 0 game, it IS at least an 7, no matter what you like. If this game had received a score of 92 by critics, Nintendo haters wouldn't have been so pissed of and less of them would've taken the time to review the game with a zero. But if you check at the negative 0, 1 andYou may want to check the mixed reviews, but you can't take 95% of the negative ones seriously. This is not a BAD NEGATIVE 0 game, it IS at least an 7, no matter what you like. If this game had received a score of 92 by critics, Nintendo haters wouldn't have been so pissed of and less of them would've taken the time to review the game with a zero. But if you check at the negative 0, 1 and 2 reviews, (because either they vote with a 0 or they don't vote at all) everyone of them says the same: "This game looks like PS2, my PS4Pro is much better", and you can perfectly see what else they mean with that: "Horizon Zero Dawn is 1000 times better than this, all hail Sony". **** ridiculou.

    TLDR: We live in a world where MGSV has a 93 and HorizonZD a 88, if we see that you need an average of these two games to get a 9/10, Zelda would be about a 13/10.
    Zelda IS NOT A PERFECT GAME, but keeping in mind how little you gotta do to get a 9, Zelda is indeed a 10 and deserves every single one of those scores. And **** you all Nintendo haters. I feel ashamed just for having all Playstations, seeing how **** idiots some Sony fans are.    … Expand
  17. xrnoz
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is the best game of all time because I say it is, and you know it too, can't deny it. All reviewers say it, the best reviews, it's true.
  18. Defron
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    10 hours with the switch so far. Literally hands down the best rpg game ever. And this is coming from a guy that loves both Skyrim and Witcher 3.

    You won't regret it :)
  19. PurgeJuls
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Great game with an incredible sense of discovery, wonder, and magic. I got lost in the vast and beautiful lands of Hyrule. It is an incredibly fun and beautiful game with some minor technical issues that don't detract from the overall experience.
  20. KingDrizzy101
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Very good game good game play, soundtrack, graphics and story. Well done nintendo the hype for this game for this game for many years and you kept your word and gave us a solid experience in the end
  21. MiguelFC
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    AMAZING, Most of the Negative user score are really misinformed about this game, This is truly a gem . I still playing the game everyday. This zelda is the best game of the history
  22. FabryPxL
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    un videogioco che racchiude dentro di sè molteplici significati trasformati in esperienza di gioco: l'essenza stessa dell'avventura,dell'esplorazione,della poesia,della magia e più in generale la quintessenza del concetto stesso di intendere il gaming.Capolavoro indiscutibile.
  23. Kleners
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This is my first Nintendo console since the Gamecube, I pikced it up for Zelda and Have put over 36 hours into the game. Defeated 3 Ancient Beast and completed many side quest. This game is a very large open world concept RPG. The combat is brutal, the weapon breaking system and scavenging for stuff to beat monsters with is a fresh idea and works.
    Coming from PC gaming my only issues is    This is my first Nintendo console since the Gamecube, I pikced it up for Zelda and Have put over 36 hours into the game. Defeated 3 Ancient Beast and completed many side quest. This game is a very large open world concept RPG. The combat is brutal, the weapon breaking system and scavenging for stuff to beat monsters with is a fresh idea and works.
    Coming from PC gaming my only issues is with the technical limitations of the console. Lack of anti-aliasing, Frame drops in large rendered areas, some washed out colors (fixed with monitor settings), and the max 900p graphics. I cant fault the game for console limitations. Right now 2 weeks in the price of console is worth the price.    … Expand
  24. Juanma31x
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    I can't believe there's people reviewing with 0. This is a 10 with no doubt! It has a lot of stuff to do in the open world, really easy to get used with play mode, it has a lot of details and it's a game you get the will to play, despite all the crap games that are released recently this is a really interesting game and as I said you get the will to play it.
  25. dharma
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    The long awaited installment to the Zelda franchise is one of the best game in recent memory. Nintendo has done it again, reinventing a 'typical modern' genre, this time the 'Open World' adventures popularized by Skyrim, and retooling it to suit its biggest franchise yet. The end result is a mesmerizing and immersive experience that is unparalled. This coupled with the new NintendoThe long awaited installment to the Zelda franchise is one of the best game in recent memory. Nintendo has done it again, reinventing a 'typical modern' genre, this time the 'Open World' adventures popularized by Skyrim, and retooling it to suit its biggest franchise yet. The end result is a mesmerizing and immersive experience that is unparalled. This coupled with the new Nintendo Switch allows players to literally play this game non stop, taking it everywhere you go. As an (slightly) older gamer myself, time and place is one of the few impediments to enjoy a AAA experience. You just can't sit down in front of the TV all the time. The Nintendo Switch blurs this, and Zelda is rightfully the 'killer app' that allows you to do that. Without the baggage of being a launch game for a new hardware, BOTW is simply stunning in its ability to create a truly continuous and interactive world. Every surface, every mountain can be climbed. Did you see those scenery way beyond the horizon? Yup, you can go there to. Do you want to kill the threatening Guardian, a mini boss, with just a shovel or even with a chicken? Yes, you can do that as well. It's this free form gameplay that spawns hundreds of Youtube videos. When the end credit rolls, you'll discover that there are many things to do and collect, that you will literally keep on playing. It's clearly a testament to this game and a highly recommended purchase. Nintendo..welcome back.… Expand
  26. Darkresurrect
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    This game is an instant classic. What's not to like about this game? Well on the switch only 3 hours on the go is the only downside and it's not entirely the fault on the game mostly is the fault of the hardware lol. I almost lost myself in about nearly 35 hours (have 13 hearts, 3 of the 4 beasts beated, the master sword, etc) this game has a few frame drops and some minor weird texturedThis game is an instant classic. What's not to like about this game? Well on the switch only 3 hours on the go is the only downside and it's not entirely the fault on the game mostly is the fault of the hardware lol. I almost lost myself in about nearly 35 hours (have 13 hearts, 3 of the 4 beasts beated, the master sword, etc) this game has a few frame drops and some minor weird textured walls on some shrine temples. Beside that non issue almost unnoticeable little details, the game is almost perfect. Hopefully Nintendo will address the frame drop issue on time before or on time with the first content of the expansion pass.… Expand
  27. ricklongo
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    It's commonplace nowadays to refer to The Legend of Zelda as formulaic, but the franchise is no stranger to sweeping change. From Ocarina of Time's 3D revolution to the touch-based DS experiments, Nintendo's flagship adventure series has tried quite a few new directions, with varying levels of success. None of those experiments, however, were as comprehensive as Breath of the Wild. AndIt's commonplace nowadays to refer to The Legend of Zelda as formulaic, but the franchise is no stranger to sweeping change. From Ocarina of Time's 3D revolution to the touch-based DS experiments, Nintendo's flagship adventure series has tried quite a few new directions, with varying levels of success. None of those experiments, however, were as comprehensive as Breath of the Wild. And none of them were ultimately as fantastic.

    This sense of newness is made clear from the beginning, in which the player gets immediately cast as a long-slumbering Link, without any sort of exposition. The character has no memory, and only wakes up from his ressurection chamber following a mysterious voice echoing in his head.

    The first moments of the game are spent exploring the Great Plateau, a location in central Hyrule that serves as an introduction to the game's main mechanics. However, after you're able to exit the Plateau thanks to your paraglider and tablet-like sheikah slate, you can go anywhere you please, including straight to the ruins of Hyrule Castle, where Calamity Ganon, the entitity who brought the world to ruin 100 years ago, waits. For a series that has become heavy on hand-holding, things are off to a great start.

    The astounding level of freedom given to the player is only possible thanks to Link's game-changing ability to climb almost any surface. Previous Zelda titles would separate areas of the game by throwing unpassable mountains between them; here, each mountain is simply a new invitation to explore. The full-fledged physics engine, meanwhile, makes traversing each area even more addictive, as things just click together in a very organic way.

    As someone who loves seamless exploration, I can get frustrated by intrusive story-heavy sections, all-too-common in releases nowadays. Breath of the Wild eschews this approach in a genius way: Link is soon able to recover several pictures in his sheikah slate, apparantly taken by Princess Zelda before the calamity. By finding the spots in those pictures, he can recover his memory piece by piece. This makes the story essentially a collectible, to be experienced according to the player's investigation skills, and one of the many reasons to thoroughly explore the world.

    The game's Hyrule is a character unto itself: a post-apocaliptic world with signs of war and destruction at every corner, but which manages to also be extremely inviting in its pastoral beauty. Scattered over 15 seamlessly-connected, sprawling regions are plenty of ruins, but also towns, stables, landmarks, quirky characters, enemy camps, and (of course) a large number of secrets to uncover. Curiosity is always rewarded, sometimes with weapons or smaller collectibles, sometimes with large boss-like enemies or shrines.

    Oh yeah, the shrines. You see, one of the longest-running Zelda traditions are its dungeons. You'd get to them (usually in linear order), solve their puzzles, collect treasure (including the special items needed to complete them), and beat the boss at the end.

    Breath of the Wild, however, completely reimagines how this works. There are 120 shrines to find, and those are like bite-sized dungeons with puzzles and treasure chests. At the end of each of them, you get a spirit orb, needed to permanently increase energy and stamina. I'm of the mind that some Zelda titles can overdo dungeons, making them interminable sections of puzzle after puzzle in which I'm unable to even save and continue from where I stopped; for that reason, this new approach was a huge breath of fresh air. It also helps that the puzzles here are modular: many of them have several possible solutions, depending on how creative you want to get.

    Of course, dungeons had an imponence that smaller shrines just can't match. This is where the actual stand-in for dungeons come into play. There are four of them, and they are probably the most epic thing I've seen in any Zelda game, ever. They have some key differences from traditional dungeons in how they work: each is one giant puzzle you need to solve progressively, and the ingenuity of their interconnected designs made me feel like an engineer at times for mastering them.

    Speaking of story, this is a series-best. The melancholy of a devastated Hyrule can make each memory you recover extremely bittersweet, as you meet the champions that were supposed to fight the calamity, each with their own particular relationship with Link, and delve into the most well-developed Princess Zelda character we've ever been graced with.

    it's weird to admit it, but Breath of the Wild single-handedly makes the entire catalogue of previous 3D Zelda games somewhat obsolete. Going back to the old approach would mean abandoning the extreme sense of freedom that pushes this game so much above everything else that's out right now. Either under the lens of the Zelda series, the open world genre, or gaming as an art form, Breath of the Wild is nothing short of a masterpiece.    … Expand
  28. AhmadAlsumain
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    It is such a tragic to see this absolute masterpiece game getting bad reviews for no reason other than being a great exclusive Nintendo game. Negative reviews are full of trolls. I don't understand why there are those people who just can't be happy for one another to have great exclusive games. Having said all of that, I thought that I really need to say this out loud because it would hurtIt is such a tragic to see this absolute masterpiece game getting bad reviews for no reason other than being a great exclusive Nintendo game. Negative reviews are full of trolls. I don't understand why there are those people who just can't be happy for one another to have great exclusive games. Having said all of that, I thought that I really need to say this out loud because it would hurt some sales for such a massive game.

    I want to say first *for me at least* this game has no similarities to other great Western RPG games other than it has a massive open world. That's it. Nothing more. This game has a *very* unique identity from great games like Skyrim and The Witcher. I played both games. I kinda liked them, but they are not the type of games that I would consider a masterpiece.

    I think The Witcher full texts and side stories, which made it very popular to other people, but I found the amount of script is just way too much. I am more interested in gameplay and puzzles. I love the sense of freedom that The Witcher gave me, but that was it to me. And I stopped within 20 hours or less.

    Now, this is a review about Zelda, not The Witcher. So let's dive into what makes Zelda such a masterpiece game.

    First, it is a fun wide open world game that brings you back to the true sense of adventurers. It is simply fun to do anything you want in any way you like... Whether you choose to walk, ride the horse, or use the glider as a mean of transportation, every single method is fun in its own way.

    Dungeons are so much fun. I looooove the the temples that are scattered all over Hyrule. They are full of smart puzzles to solve. They are not too difficult and not too easy. Just the right amount of difficult that makes the adventure enjoyable and challenging that won't bore you to death.

    I can talk about the game in much more details, but I don't want to spoil it for you. You have to experience it to yourself. Just know that the game is perfect in every possible way.
    ✔️ Perfect gameplay mechanic.
    ✔️ Perfect Open world.
    ✔️ Perfect soundtrack.

    And much, much more.

    The game will go to be one of the greatest game of all time. Needless to say, I love this game with so much passion. I played all of Zelda games, and this one is now officially my #1    … Expand
  29. DrMartinSweden
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    This game single handedly brought me back to gaming.

    It's a must play for anyone, but especially for those of the n64 era who may have gotten caught up with "life" and forgotten that magical feeling only the best games can bring.
  30. ShannonEric
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    I've been playing video games for as long as I can remember. My favorites have always been open world experiences. This game captures the wonder and awe that I first experienced playing huge games like World of Warcraft, but in a mobile format! The world is vast and engaging, but not overwhelming. There are corners of the world that can feel secluded. Literally everything you can see withI've been playing video games for as long as I can remember. My favorites have always been open world experiences. This game captures the wonder and awe that I first experienced playing huge games like World of Warcraft, but in a mobile format! The world is vast and engaging, but not overwhelming. There are corners of the world that can feel secluded. Literally everything you can see with your eyes, you can travel to. I can spend hours just walking around aimlessly, not moving towards any specific goal, but just experiencing the world and fully enjoying myself. If you have not tried this game, please do so. You are missing out on something truly special.… Expand
  31. SileSixEcho
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    After more than 10 hours with this masterpiece, I can say that it's not without flaws but ultimately that doesn't matter becaue it's still miles ahead of anything else I played in the last 5-10 years. The liberty you have is just great, the world is beatuiful and there are so many different approaches to reach your target. I seriously can't understand why people are rating this so low (AreAfter more than 10 hours with this masterpiece, I can say that it's not without flaws but ultimately that doesn't matter becaue it's still miles ahead of anything else I played in the last 5-10 years. The liberty you have is just great, the world is beatuiful and there are so many different approaches to reach your target. I seriously can't understand why people are rating this so low (Are that desperate because the Xbone doesn't get any good exclusives any more?). Don't let yourself be fooled by this sad console wars and people **** about the game doesn't run at 30 fps all the time. This is a truly unique game that needs to be experienced to really understand its beatuy. Thanks Aonuma san, thanks Nintendo!… Expand
  32. donuts842
    Apr 19, 2017
    10
    Never got to play the original Zeldas due to not having my own money as a child, but dang, this game is gold. There is so much to do and see in the world. Any corner you go to has new and exciting things to do.
  33. tybyrd93
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    A masterclass in open world gaming, and quite possibly the best Zelda game of all time. Incredible world design and exploration, deep cooking and crafting systems, rewarding side quests, charming characters, fantastic new mechanics, I really can't praise this game enough. The minor technical shortcomings in the form of frame rate drops and pop-in do not take away from the fact that this isA masterclass in open world gaming, and quite possibly the best Zelda game of all time. Incredible world design and exploration, deep cooking and crafting systems, rewarding side quests, charming characters, fantastic new mechanics, I really can't praise this game enough. The minor technical shortcomings in the form of frame rate drops and pop-in do not take away from the fact that this is a near perfect experience that fully delivers on the hype.… Expand
  34. Lucius_13
    Mar 22, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gotta admit after playing Skyward Sword and absolutely hating it I found I really enjoyed this Zelda game, the Open World is breathtaking, The Map is Massive so getting lost is easy, combat is really simple although the weapons exploding quickly bugged me, as of writing this review I'm just half-way through the game, some of the Shrines are challenging especially the ones where you have to move the controller around.

    I absolutely love all the easter eggs towards past Zelda titles like the very first game in the series when you find an old man who bears great resemblance to the Old Guy who gives you the Wooden Sword in the first game and later on you find the Master Sword is in The Lost Woods just like in A Link To The Past.

    The Voice Acting could be better especially Princess Zelda's voice I didn't know she was British lol but that's just a tiny detail I turned a blind eye to. Graphics are amazing and I don't generally judge a game based on its graphics as I believe in gameplay more than graphics but its beautiful. The Game does have slight lag issues but as said there just slight and you hardly notice them if you aren't very observant.

    all in all I think this is one of the best Zelda Games of all time right behind Ocarina of Time I think it deserves a nod for Game of the Year and It definitely deserves all the 10s It got from reviewers and I don't normally agree with reviewers especially IGN they lost all credibility when they gave Street Fighter V a 8 out of 10    … Expand
  35. Fenir8
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    An amazing game. I've put more time into this game than any previous Zelda game. While it may have eschewed some series 'traditions', it's a better game overall for it. There are a few things I would change, but with the sheer amount of hours of enjoyment this game has given me.. it's one of the best games i've ever played.
  36. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    9
    In terms of game-play, this game is insanely open for different ways to play. It's incredibly fun and rewarding. The story however was very lackluster along with the characters. Still fantastic though.
  37. Memulatron
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    I'm gonna start off by saying that this game is not perfect. Going in and out of the inventory screen constantly is tedious, the weapons breaking is irritating, and there are several parts of the world that are empty and uninteresting. I'm giving this game a 10, however, because of what it's done for the Zelda series, what it's done for Nintendo, as well as the fact that it's the best,I'm gonna start off by saying that this game is not perfect. Going in and out of the inventory screen constantly is tedious, the weapons breaking is irritating, and there are several parts of the world that are empty and uninteresting. I'm giving this game a 10, however, because of what it's done for the Zelda series, what it's done for Nintendo, as well as the fact that it's the best, most approachable, and most consistently brilliant and beautiful open-world game ever made. There are so many different and unique locations, every minor NPC is on a schedule that helps the world seem alive, the combat is interesting and challenging, the customizability of Link's loadout is mind-bogglingly diverse, and the game is just so much fun to play. I don't ever want to put this game down. There's always something new to do, and that's something that not many open-world games exhibit nowadays. If you have a Wii U or if you're still debating whether or not to get a Switch, get it for this game. It is so good, you won't regret it.… Expand
  38. ArchTalko
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    I've rarely played a game that treats me with the level of respect Breath of the Wild gives. I'd argue this game isn't as hard as people make it out to be; the puzzles are genuinely challenging and the combat encounters can be brutal, but the amount you struggle is directly related to the amount of time you devote to preparing for these encounters. The fact that there are, at any givenI've rarely played a game that treats me with the level of respect Breath of the Wild gives. I'd argue this game isn't as hard as people make it out to be; the puzzles are genuinely challenging and the combat encounters can be brutal, but the amount you struggle is directly related to the amount of time you devote to preparing for these encounters. The fact that there are, at any given time, a couple dozen ways to go about fighting any enemy or clearing any puzzle speaks volumes to this game's replayability and ingenuity.

    It's not a perfect game. The frame rate is horrendous in plenty of spots (at least when docked; I haven't experienced any slowdown in those same areas when playing on handheld), the voice acting is just okay at best, and more often than not bland and rushed. The ost does a wonderful job of setting this game's mood and compliments the gameplay perfectly, but leaves a lot to be desired with the crazy amounts of catchy tunes found in previous Zeldas.

    But honestly, none of these nitpicks matter. BotW is a masterpiece in engaging combat, in creating a fully-realized hyrule teeming with puzzles to uncover, and in wrapping it all around a story that had me invested from the moment Link opens his eyes. You owe it to yourself to play this game, even if you've never played another Zelda in your life. Despite the flaws, every other strength is massive enough to still warrant a 10. Play it - we all need a fish boyfriend in our lives.    … Expand
  39. Dibaryon
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    There's no such thing as a perfect game. 10/10 for me means that if you are a gamer then you have to make space in your schedule to play this game. Either buy a used WII U if you're on a budget, or do buy a Switch because it's well worth the cash they ask for it.

    I've never played a Zelda game before and this is one my favourite games of all time. Other titles IMO would be: TESV:Skyrim,    There's no such thing as a perfect game. 10/10 for me means that if you are a gamer then you have to make space in your schedule to play this game. Either buy a used WII U if you're on a budget, or do buy a Switch because it's well worth the cash they ask for it.

    I've never played a Zelda game before and this is one my favourite games of all time. Other titles IMO would be: TESV:Skyrim, Half Life series, Unreal Tournament, GTA series, Age of Empires, Pokemon, Mass Effect trilogy, Max Payne 2, Colin Mcrae 2, Doom, Super Mario World, Portal 1 and 2, Tomb Raider series. BOTW deserves a spot on this list. None of them were perfect, some were ahead of their time, others were simply well designed and fun to play, or unique, but all of them are "must plays".

    I'm a PC gamer and I have been one for about 15 years. The last console I've owned was the SNES.
    The switch is the perfect console to complement PC gaming, as it's portable and will support famous titles that can't be played on PC. BOTW was a great comeback to console gaming, and I'm looking forward to the SWITCH's future.    … Expand
  40. Ljungman
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    I'm a long time Zelda fan and my favourite Zelda has always been Ocarina of Time. The feeling I got when I first played Ocarina of Time and completed it is the best feeling I've ever had in my gaming life. The story, the music, the characters and the world are just so impactful in that game. Didn't expect to find a game that gave me that feeling ever or at least for a long time. I'm happyI'm a long time Zelda fan and my favourite Zelda has always been Ocarina of Time. The feeling I got when I first played Ocarina of Time and completed it is the best feeling I've ever had in my gaming life. The story, the music, the characters and the world are just so impactful in that game. Didn't expect to find a game that gave me that feeling ever or at least for a long time. I'm happy to say that Breath of the Wild has given me everything I was hoping for and it is now my absolute favourite game of all time. I'm not saying that the game is perfect, but the feeling you get while playing with everything combined (world, music, characters, puzzles, bosses and so on) is truly amazing.

    For people rating this game a 0 because of graphics or high Metacritic score: When did graphics become more important than fun? Try the game yourself, and you truly will understand what an amazing piece of art this is. Even if you don't like the game because it's not for you or for other reasons, you can't say that there is no beauty in it or that it is a bad game.

    I would say this game is worth a 9.6 score because nothing, in my opinion, is perfect. It is, however, close to perfect and it is definitely closer to a 10 than a 9.    … Expand
  41. ChaseInY0Face
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Wow, what a game. Recently I've become somewhat bored of gaming in general, and have put if off to focus on college, but when I heard a new Zelda was coming out I knew I had to play it. Playing this game reinvigorated a part of me I haven't felt in years. The world is so beautiful filled with the magic Nintendo provides in all their main titles. The story is light in some aspects, but youWow, what a game. Recently I've become somewhat bored of gaming in general, and have put if off to focus on college, but when I heard a new Zelda was coming out I knew I had to play it. Playing this game reinvigorated a part of me I haven't felt in years. The world is so beautiful filled with the magic Nintendo provides in all their main titles. The story is light in some aspects, but you really get involved with side missions and shrine quests which spreads out the length considerably. The world reminds me of a beautiful painting, and I can definitively say right now that this is one of my favorite games Ive ever played, and it is definitely my favorite Zelda game by far. Do yourself a favor and enjoy this game, it is well worth it and I guarantee you will find something you will enjoy. Have fun gamers, Im glad I reignited my passion.… Expand
  42. Nairdan
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Freedom, the word that defines this game... You can do almost everything you want to do. This game makes you feel like a child discovering a new world. Despite some technical issues, this is the best video GAME ever made.
  43. phenom_cs
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    I own a WiiU and have only 1 game for it - Super Mario Maker, which came with the console bundle. This is the only other game I bought for it and I am quite glad. This is easily one of the best, if not the best game to be released in the last 10 years. Performance issues aside there is so much **** to do, it's unreal. The game world is absolutely huge. Main quests, side quests, freedom toI own a WiiU and have only 1 game for it - Super Mario Maker, which came with the console bundle. This is the only other game I bought for it and I am quite glad. This is easily one of the best, if not the best game to be released in the last 10 years. Performance issues aside there is so much **** to do, it's unreal. The game world is absolutely huge. Main quests, side quests, freedom to do whatever, whenever you want. There are no limitations. They went all out with this and they are going to have an extremely hard time ever matching such an experience in another Zelda game. I can't see them ever going back to a Zelda game that isn't open-world. The combat is fun too, the bows, swords, elemental effects, man. There is just so much **** that is good about this game. You really have to experience it for your self.

    Pros -
    Honestly, too many to list, just buy this.

    Cons -
    Serious performance issues in some areas can really bring down your experience, but I can't knock it for taking away from the overall experience they offered in this game.

    8/10 - If performance issues annoy you.
    10/10 - If you can ignore some of the performance issues in certain areas of the game.    … Expand
  44. Profr_anime
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    En ‘Zelda: Breath of the Wild’ no hay un camino marcado, cada partida es única, y es el jugador el que decide qué hacer, por dónde ir, si enfrentarse a un enemigo o si evitarle y dar un rodeo. Existen puntos marcados que ayudan a ganar experiencia: escalar las torres permitirá al jugador desvelar las distintas regiones de Hyrule y desde ellas podrá divisar los santuarios que, además deEn ‘Zelda: Breath of the Wild’ no hay un camino marcado, cada partida es única, y es el jugador el que decide qué hacer, por dónde ir, si enfrentarse a un enemigo o si evitarle y dar un rodeo. Existen puntos marcados que ayudan a ganar experiencia: escalar las torres permitirá al jugador desvelar las distintas regiones de Hyrule y desde ellas podrá divisar los santuarios que, además de poderes, otorgarán a Link puntos de vida o resistencia. Difícil elección.… Expand
  45. Aggeaf
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Great game. One of The best legend of Zelda titels Evert with a huge open world, great physics, amazing story and beautiful graphics. My only complain is that the sound track is not as good as older titles but it's not a big deal.
  46. reaperzone
    Mar 9, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's completely not a perfect game because with the breaking weapons every five seconds and not so great horse riding and the fact that it is a Zelda title it does get in my opinion higher ratings than other games "Cough Skyward Sword not a 9.3 game Cough" but I think it's atleast 8/10 game.… Expand
  47. marvs869
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    BotW manages to ignite the feeling of being a Zelda game while at the same time not being a Zelda game. Its open world aspect is a new direction for the franchise however, it still manages to exude the charm-- be that from timeless art styles or puzzle solving that is very famous in previous Zeldas. What truly stood out for me was the sense of agency I was given that isn't very common inBotW manages to ignite the feeling of being a Zelda game while at the same time not being a Zelda game. Its open world aspect is a new direction for the franchise however, it still manages to exude the charm-- be that from timeless art styles or puzzle solving that is very famous in previous Zeldas. What truly stood out for me was the sense of agency I was given that isn't very common in today's open world RPGs. Its physics sandbox + wide array of things to do, places to see and people to discover is the reason I consider this to be the best game I have ever played to date.… Expand
  48. NelchaelSS
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    This is for me the first Zelda game I ever played, and it made it into my top 10 games instantly. It's a very good and different experience that everyone must try!
  49. Sephiroth12345
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    The last time time i felt like this when i played a game was in 1998 when Zelda Ocarina of Time came out. This is the best game of all time. Everyone should play it.
  50. JJBP
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Es uno de los mejores juegos de que he jugado, un mundo abierto sublime y lleno de vida, muy hermoso el juego, además que si te agrada explorar, este es sin duda la mejor opción, ademas que es facil olvidar la mision principal por explorar los lugares.
  51. Dorigan23
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    This is a review not only to cancel sone undeserved negativity but to also praise an incredibly well done game.. the environments are invredible and i wasnt sold on the voice acting until i heard it. Anyond giving this game a zero hasnt played it, if you want actual worthwhile criticisms check out the mixed reviews.
  52. jonnyd_94
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    I'd give this game a 10, but the story and fighting aren't great. I love the large open world possibilities. It's the first time in years I've played a Nintendo game (not named Mario) that feels like it stacks up with Sony and Microsoft gaming. I think they should build on this with the Zelda series and that's why I give it a higher rating. Not that I didn't like the other ZeldaI'd give this game a 10, but the story and fighting aren't great. I love the large open world possibilities. It's the first time in years I've played a Nintendo game (not named Mario) that feels like it stacks up with Sony and Microsoft gaming. I think they should build on this with the Zelda series and that's why I give it a higher rating. Not that I didn't like the other Zelda titles, but they just didn't have that pop. You can add DLC for this game and probably improve everyone's opinion.… Expand
  53. Cosmonauta
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing, The exploration is very good and the combat is fine. I, personally, think that the frame rate drops are very low and are irrelevant as they only occur when walking around, or in villages.
    The amiibo feature is very cool in my opinion as I have got Epona from a Link amiibo and you can get a lot of great in-game items for using amiibo that is compatible with the game.    This game is amazing, The exploration is very good and the combat is fine. I, personally, think that the frame rate drops are very low and are irrelevant as they only occur when walking around, or in villages.
    The amiibo feature is very cool in my opinion as I have got Epona from a Link amiibo and you can get a lot of great in-game items for using amiibo that is compatible with the game. If you use an amiibo that isn't compatible, you will just get food and ingredients, which i think is quite cool.

    Overall, i strongly believe that this game is THE BEST Zelda game that has been made so far as it does everything good about previous games, and so much more    … Expand
  54. RodneyV
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    In spanish:
    Muchos juegos de mundo abierto ofrecen posibilidades similares a este juego, pero esos no llevan el peso ni la tradición de la serie Zelda
    Estamos ante un juego hasta cierto punto sencillo, pero con un cuidado impecable en cada uno de sus detalles. Es verdad que podría haberse cuidado mas de la parte de framerate, sin embargo eso no le quita ni un punto de su grandiosidad.
  55. DaNnyDark0
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is a pure crystallization of everything great about The Legend of Zelda series while simultaneously turning the established conventions and tropes of the franchise on it's head. It was a gamble and a risk for sure, but it is with gleeful delight and admittedly a few stray tears in my eye that this has not only paid off and then some this could very well be a newBreath of the Wild is a pure crystallization of everything great about The Legend of Zelda series while simultaneously turning the established conventions and tropes of the franchise on it's head. It was a gamble and a risk for sure, but it is with gleeful delight and admittedly a few stray tears in my eye that this has not only paid off and then some this could very well be a new benchmark not just for the series but for open world games in general for years to come. It is a masterclass of open-world design, offering unparalleled freedom not just in how you explore this vast, meticulously crafted world but in how you engage in combat scenarios, complete quests, character growth and in many, many of it's dynamic gameplay systems.

    The kingdom of Hyrule has never looked so good, from it's sweeping, emerald fields, far-flung forests, vast, treacherous tundras, sun-baked swathes of boundless deserts to it's mighty mountain ranges. It's a world bursting with life and character, and it begs you to plunder it's riches and treasures, uncover it's mysteries and secrets and you do all this at your own pace and in any way you choose. After you leave the Great Plateau, which serves as an introductory area to grapple with it's many systems, the world before you is completely open and seamless. Now I may be making a big deal of it here, as this is a trait many other open world games share but the way in which it presents this world is wholly unique to both the series and to games in general. You CAN scale that towering cliff face (providing you have enough stamina) you CAN exploit the dynamic environment to your advantage. I've never played a game that puts many restrictions on the player (i.e breakable weapons, depleting stamina gauge, environmental hazards) while at the same time giving you immense freedom back. It's a balancing act that is masterfully done and never once did it negatively impact my experience in any way, you feel both liberated and challenged at the same time.

    You can of course loosen these shackles by simply progressing through the game, extending your stamina gauge permanently and your heart capacity through tackling Shrines which provide often challenging puzzles to complete. Or you could simply cook yourself up a nutritious dish from ingredients you find in the world to temporary boost your stamina, reinforce your hearts, give an attack or defense boost and many, many more. You can approach any combat encounter in any way you see fit, the only limit is your imagination and creativity and it's truly staggering how many different ways there are to dispatch your enemies.

    I have put maybe 25-30 hours into the game so far and I've barely touched the main quest. So why then can I make an informed opinion of game if I haven't completed it? Well to sum it up, the game is so teaming with wonder and new discoveries that I keep getting sidetracked but to experience the games many delights, the individual moments that leave you in awe or truly surprise you whether it's a radiant event happening in the world or a side-quest or a new discovery, these are the moments that you will remember this game for. These individual parts come together so well it's hard not to be just taken aback by the many, many unique encounters and interaction with this incredible world.

    There aren't enough superlatives to sum up how much this game excels on so many levels. Whether it's in it's lavishly realized world, it's deep and challenging combat, puzzles, random encounters, discoveries or in it's trump card: the limitless freedom it offers in traversing and tackling this world. Breath of the Wild is a masterpiece that just draws you deeper and deeper into its world, it just fills me with a childlike joy and wonderment that I'm playing this game. Almost 20 years after I had Ocarina of Time and an N64 for Christmas where I was introduced to this world for the first time and now this. A culmination of everything Nintendo has achieved and where it could potentially soar in the future. This is a landmark title, the greatest Zelda game ever made and arguably one of the greatest games ever, if not the greatest.    … Expand
  56. wilwil23
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    awesome game since I played skyward. never get bored during whole adventure . i cant help my self to keep exploring this land.

    cant wait for coming DLC . i wan to see more stories.
  57. LSmithLe
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    I got the game with my switch Sunday and have been playing it ever since! Amazing! Its so much fun I love the puzzles and the game just looks great. You really can go anywhere that you see, climb any mountain, explore any land just make sure you are ready to fight back in a monster filled world.
  58. 0rb1tal
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This is easily the best Zelda game I have ever played, and it is quite possibly the best non-multiplayer-fps game I have played. Buy it on Wii U if you have one, the Switch improvements aren't worth it until it has a bigger game library.
  59. ChickenLiver
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    The best Zelda game in over a decade, if you at any point have enjoyed any Zelda game, give this a play through, you won't be disappointed. It manages to break up the normal Zelda conventions while also keeping it fun and familiar.
  60. SpyHunter07
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    After 55 hours of gameplay (17% completion according to the in game percentage) I can say this game is the Zelda game we've been waiting for. Not flawless by any means, the new take on dungeons and the sometimes spotty framerate being the major flaws, but just an extremely satisfying adventure game that will be the gold standard for open world games for the next few decades.
  61. Jguy100
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    DO NOT LISTEN TO ALL THE HATE SURROUNDING THIS GAME. All of these are just from the haters and well...what can you do? All they complain is about the graphics (great for a nintendo game), framerate (I admit it gets annoying at first but you get used to it), resolution blah blah blah not to their liking or just comparing to other games which are different when I'm sure they have not playedDO NOT LISTEN TO ALL THE HATE SURROUNDING THIS GAME. All of these are just from the haters and well...what can you do? All they complain is about the graphics (great for a nintendo game), framerate (I admit it gets annoying at first but you get used to it), resolution blah blah blah not to their liking or just comparing to other games which are different when I'm sure they have not played or fully understood this game themselves. These things are not an issue to me. JUST ENJOY THE GAME!!! Now on to the review...(no spoilers). Note: Not a total nintendo fanboy, I also love playstation and my pc so no bias here although am a huge zelda fan.

    Holy mother of pineapples! This game is so amazing. Just the feel of the game, gameplay, graphics (for a nintendo game), and story are so well done. I have been a huge zelda fan since oot and can definitely say this game can really go toe to toe with the perfect game that was oot. How the game puts you in a huge world like in this game and basically just tells you to have fun is just what makes it so fun for me. You make the decisions on what you want to do in this game compared to the past games that were more linear and forced you to follow a smaller path. There are so many mechanics in this game and I still think I haven't learned all of them. This game is all about exploration, discovery, adventure, and of course being an awesome hero that will save Hyrule. Story is not totally up there but is understandable to how this game is with its gameplay and open world to explore, do love seeing all the well done cutscenes when they pop in though.. So many barriers were broken with this game in the Zelda franchise which makes me have hope in Nintendo again to bring more great experiences in the future instead of always using the same old same old with some of their other franchises. The game is hard to put down after playing it...sadly my body needs sleep, food, and bathroom needs. Bravo to Nintendo. GOTY 2017 contender for me personally.    … Expand
  62. Hades_Nguyen
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    i wonder why some people actually spending their time to compose faulty and hateful review toward this amazing game , its nothing but a masterpiece 10/10.
  63. mrleonels
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Being the first open world Zelda game, I was scared this was going to be a vast world with a bunch of empty space or mindless filler (i.e. Twilight Princess) but WOW was I proven wrong. There is SO much to do in this game outside of the main story. Simply exploring this world is incredibly fun and addicting. The fact that you can climb ANY surface of the enormous main map just adds toBeing the first open world Zelda game, I was scared this was going to be a vast world with a bunch of empty space or mindless filler (i.e. Twilight Princess) but WOW was I proven wrong. There is SO much to do in this game outside of the main story. Simply exploring this world is incredibly fun and addicting. The fact that you can climb ANY surface of the enormous main map just adds to this excitement. Simply explaining it doesn't do it justice. You can only understand by playing it. This is my favorite Zelda game of all time and that makes me so happy because I was waiting for this game to come out for 3 years. So satisfying to finally play it. Also, it's a BEAUTIFUL game (art style and story).… Expand
  64. visi87
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    Best game ever!!! Nintendo difference ❤️❤️❤️, all the zelda universe in a big open world , poetic. Unique..and passion for the best work nintendo ever made ...
  65. Jordiasekes
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    El mejor juego de la generación y de los últimos años. La gente se hace pajas con la resolución y los fps y se olvidan de lo importante. LA DIVERSIÓN.
    Este juego es un enganche, las horas vuelan y la inmersión en su enoooorme mundo es increíble. Es la AVENTURA con mayusculas hecha videojuego. Se nota el amor y el cariño puestos en su desarrollo y la dedicación enfermiza en cada detalle,    El mejor juego de la generación y de los últimos años. La gente se hace pajas con la resolución y los fps y se olvidan de lo importante. LA DIVERSIÓN.
    Este juego es un enganche, las horas vuelan y la inmersión en su enoooorme mundo es increíble. Es la AVENTURA con mayusculas hecha videojuego. Se nota el amor y el cariño puestos en su desarrollo y la dedicación enfermiza en cada detalle, en cada animación, en la IA enemiga, en las físicas, en el gameplay, en el mapeado perfecto. Siempre encuentras un punto de interés que te llama a seguir viajando y explorando mas y mas durante horas y horas.
    El mejor Zelda de la historia y el mejor juego de esta generación y de la década.    … Expand
  66. kevincox
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Beautiful game. Seriously made the purchase of my Switch worth it. The game is very difficult if you don't manage your resources. Learn to cook meals and elixirs. Otherwise, you'll be getting 1 hit killed later in the game. I personally really enjoyed the shrines but I do miss the traditional dungeons of past Zelda games. But this game set out to be different and it accomplished yet thatBeautiful game. Seriously made the purchase of my Switch worth it. The game is very difficult if you don't manage your resources. Learn to cook meals and elixirs. Otherwise, you'll be getting 1 hit killed later in the game. I personally really enjoyed the shrines but I do miss the traditional dungeons of past Zelda games. But this game set out to be different and it accomplished yet that in a beautiful way.… Expand
  67. jasoncross
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    As a lifelong Zelda fan, I didn't think I'd like this game. The trailers made the game seem less like Zelda, and more like an Elder Scrolls/Far Cry kind of game. I was worried that Nintendo was trying something a little to radical. Boy was I wrong. Once you put in a few hours, you'll feel at home. It's a Zelda game at its core. The world is so lovely. I almost hate defeating the enemiesAs a lifelong Zelda fan, I didn't think I'd like this game. The trailers made the game seem less like Zelda, and more like an Elder Scrolls/Far Cry kind of game. I was worried that Nintendo was trying something a little to radical. Boy was I wrong. Once you put in a few hours, you'll feel at home. It's a Zelda game at its core. The world is so lovely. I almost hate defeating the enemies because they're so cute. The piano driven soundtrack mixed with the sounds of nature give this game a beautiful vibe. I'm playing this game with my sister, and we're switching off between shrines. I love being able to stop time and use the magnet to drag objects out of the water. I also love how the arrow arc in the air. It makes the aiming feel accurate since bows don't behave like arrows. I'm really excited to see what more Nintendo has in stock for the Switch. I can't remember them launching a console with a game this good. And that's including Super Mario 64.… Expand
  68. darrbaear
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Really cool game. Wasn't a big Zelda fan before but I really wanted the Swtich and this was the only game worth buying. Totally went in with no expectations and have been blown away. I've honestly spent so much time climbing and taking screenshots. I haven't noticed any frame drops, but I do play primarily in handheld mode, for what it's worth. The voice acting is nothing special, butReally cool game. Wasn't a big Zelda fan before but I really wanted the Swtich and this was the only game worth buying. Totally went in with no expectations and have been blown away. I've honestly spent so much time climbing and taking screenshots. I haven't noticed any frame drops, but I do play primarily in handheld mode, for what it's worth. The voice acting is nothing special, but it's decent enough. I've only played bits and pieces of Windwaker and Twilight Princess, so this is my first true experience with the series. It's a special game. I don't know why. But if you play it, you'll know what I mean.… Expand
  69. larissayates
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    I'm playing the Wii U version and absolutely love it. The Switch was so expensive and I'm happy that Nintendo didn't move the game to being just for the Switch. It is really fun but challenging at the same time. Enemies will defeat you in 1 hit. Thunder will electrocute you if you have armor on. It's a very detailed game, and one that plays wonderfully!!!
  70. thejay
    Mar 10, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An excellent open world game. Low quality textures and severe performance issues somewhat mar what is otherwise and exceptionally beautiful game. The other games will explain how incredible the world is to explore and how engaging it is. I quite like the equipment destruction mechanic, as it encourages changing of weapons in the early game and keeps combat somewhat fresh even at the end of the game.

    Absolutely a recommended buy if you have a system that can play it.

    However, the main dungeons while fun are consistently far shorter than would have been ideal from a gameplay stance. The final boss is pretty much a joke, especially its final stage. Post game content is lacking too. If you can beat Ganon, there's one harder superboss and then nothing to do but find collectibles. Despite its huge world, the game feels frustratingly small.    … Expand
  71. yatsumashi
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I truly believe that there is a group of 10 people making multiple accounts in order to tank the user score by giving 0s. It's no coincidence that many of these negative 0/10 reviews come in as groups. Please, if you want to learn about the game, read the critic reviews. It seems the gaming community is too immature to give an actual review. It's all petty fanboy alliance nowadays.
  72. GiddyGoat
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Best open wold game I have played so far. Beautiful artwork, engaging game play and some awesome new concepts. For example, I thought I'd hate the fragile weapons, but it forces me to be smarter and adapt. Fantastic game!
  73. sanjaypatel
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Sorry Nintendo fans. I'm an Xbox gamer and I'm used to our exclusives being bombarded with Sony ponies. Just immature fanboys who aren't old enough to afford multiple consoles. The user score doesn't mean anything. It's just another reason to not take the gaming community seriously. Everyone knows this game is amazing. Even the ones giving it a 0. The are just mad that this is the game ofSorry Nintendo fans. I'm an Xbox gamer and I'm used to our exclusives being bombarded with Sony ponies. Just immature fanboys who aren't old enough to afford multiple consoles. The user score doesn't mean anything. It's just another reason to not take the gaming community seriously. Everyone knows this game is amazing. Even the ones giving it a 0. The are just mad that this is the game of the generation while Horizon, Nier, Nioh, and Persona are the respective flavor of the week that will be forgotten in a month. I do appreciate you guys for not returning the negativity by tanking those review pages. Just shows that you're a much more mature community. However, I do implore metacritic to moderate these reviews. Anyone who scored a negative review within the first few days of launch is clearly a troll.… Expand
  74. StealthShift
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Amazing game, it's the sequel to Ocarina of time I've been waiting for! The story is very entertaining and the endless amount of hours you will spend playing leaves a lasting impression. The devs went the extra mile in adding details that fans of the series will enjoy discovering as they play the game
  75. Albrechta23
    Jun 1, 2017
    10
    What an adventure. This game really takes all the ideas of the original Zelda and completely changes the Zelda formula in a good way. Open world, amazing new ideas, and totally revolutionizing. Everything you do in this game seems to have some sort of reward, and the way everything was structured was so well done. I like how the game holds your hand a tiny bit in the first area, then onceWhat an adventure. This game really takes all the ideas of the original Zelda and completely changes the Zelda formula in a good way. Open world, amazing new ideas, and totally revolutionizing. Everything you do in this game seems to have some sort of reward, and the way everything was structured was so well done. I like how the game holds your hand a tiny bit in the first area, then once you're done with the first area let's you go completely free. After finishing the epic ending, I would have to say that this is one of my favorite games of all time.… Expand
  76. Dj_Rand
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Where to start.. I'll keep this spoiler free. First, I'll list off some negatives about the game, things that I find detract some from the overall gameplay.

    Negatives: Durability - Some weapons and shields break extremely quickly. It can be a little frustrating to have your weapon break the moment you have an opportunity to land a few good attacks, if you're not quick with changing it    Where to start.. I'll keep this spoiler free. First, I'll list off some negatives about the game, things that I find detract some from the overall gameplay.

    Negatives: Durability - Some weapons and shields break extremely quickly. It can be a little frustrating to have your weapon break the moment you have an opportunity to land a few good attacks, if you're not quick with changing it out, you might lose your opportunity entirely. FPS drops/lag - I've had some occassional frame drops in the game, along with one 5-second freeze, that breaks my immersion. Graphics - On the cartoony side, I tend to prefer slightly more realism like Horizon Zero Dawn.

    Now for the positives...

    Graphics. Yes. I listed the graphics as a negative earlier. I'm extremely mixed when it comes to this games graphics. I often find myself wishing they were a little more sharp / higher res / less fog. But at the end of the day I do think the graphics go very well with the game. I'm not sure a Zelda game would look all that great if it went 100% realistic like Horizon. I find the art style to be very much to my liking. To me it captures the essence of what Zelda is.

    Music and Sound. The music and sounds in this game really put me on the edge of my seat. I often find myself being extra cautious when ever the music switches over to something more sinister sounding. Likewise I don't feel the need for that caution when the music is more light hearted. They've struck a really good balance with it, and overall the melodies are pretty good. Some of the combat sounds are very satisfying as well.

    No Handholding. This game doesn't hold your hand in the slightest. It leaves it up to you what to do. This could be a negative if you prefer games that tell you exactly where to go, and if you don't like to do your own exploring. There is no right or wrong way to play this game. It feels good and refreshing to be able to just jump into the game and decide to set your own goal on what you want to do. Maybe you want to solve some puzzles by hitting up some shrines. Perhaps you rather farm some badass weapons by killing some monsters. Or maybe you really want to track down those Korok's which are cleverly hidden all over the damn place, as you explore every nook and cranny of the world. Speaking of...

    The World. It's huge! I'm probably 30-40 hours in and have only discovered probably about half of the map, maybe less than that. There's so much to see and do it's almost overwhealming! It's designed in a way that really makes you think, even navigating to certain area's can be a little bit of a puzzle at times. The Environments are really varied, too! These can impact Link physically in many ways and adds even more depth to the game.

    Detail. There is so very much of it. The weather can change how you go about doing things. Rain can hinder you or help you. Lightning can be helpful or a detriment. NPCs even react to the weather, and often have different dialog during the rain, or different dialog based on what you've accomplished so far. It offers a deep level of immersion that I haven't felt in ages. The world really makes me feel accomplished when I go about finding all these little things in it.

    Weapons. I love that there's a bunch of weapons in the game. I'm a little bummed out that they can break, but in the grand scheme of things, there's just so many weapons available after every monster you kill it almost doesn't even matter. This more or less negates most of my negative feelings from above about weapon durability.

    Story. It's made in such a way that you aren't bound to a set path in order to experience it. Two people playing this game might do things entirely different ways, and face bosses in entirely different orders. I was not expecting "feels" in this game, but, this game triggered that emotional response for me. A particular character had me grinning every damn time he made his iconic pose (which I think has even turned into an internet meme now.) Another had me super sad.

    Overall this game is a real gem. There's so much to it, and so much to do and so many ways to tackle problems. I truly hope more game studios look at this game and take notes. This is how you make a giant open world and make it feel alive. I rated this game a 10, as lately it's all I can think about. I have not felt this compelled to play a game in quite some time (and I do an awful lot of gaming.) The pros far outweigh the cons, so much so that I don't even care about the cons. I will not be surprised if this manages to be game of the year.

    Offtopic: The people on this website giving this game poor reviews are pathetic. Please ignore these. Most of them haven't even played the game, and yet they're here on some sort of "crusade" to lower this games score. I felt compelled to leave a review after seeing several 0's.    … Expand
  77. dylanjp
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    I never thought I would see the day that a game would out do Ocarina of Time but, Nintendo finally did it. Breath of the Wild is doing what Ocarina of Time did for the franchise almost 20 years ago. Breath of the Wild has redefined what a Zelda game should be. The open world is amazing. You can truly go anywhere you can see. Combat is fun and challenging. You need to work to become strong.I never thought I would see the day that a game would out do Ocarina of Time but, Nintendo finally did it. Breath of the Wild is doing what Ocarina of Time did for the franchise almost 20 years ago. Breath of the Wild has redefined what a Zelda game should be. The open world is amazing. You can truly go anywhere you can see. Combat is fun and challenging. You need to work to become strong. While is game is far more challenging than previous Zelda games, its not so challenging that it becomes frustrating. As far as the main quest goes: the story is amazing. Voice Acting is incorporated well. Princess Zelda has real depth to her character and that makes you want to actually try and save her as soon as you can. You choose how to go about your adventure. If you truly want to you can face Ganon right from the get go. Breath of the Wild has incredible replay value once you beat the main quest. I have put over 110 hours into the game so far. I have yet to see the entire world. Even though I have nearly beaten all 120 shrine dungeons, their are still huge sections of the map I still have to explore.
    My entire life I have considered Zelda Ocarina of Time to be the best video game of all time, and to be honest I never expected any game to ever be able to surpass it. The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild did just that. You can see and feel the amount of work and dedication the developers put into this game. Not only is it the best Zelda game of all time, it is the best video game ever made.

    Story: 10/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    replay ability: 10/10

    While opinions and game genre preferences may differ. There is no denying that this is a great work of art. A true masterpiece.    … Expand
  78. Bergstrand
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    I have to admit, it lives up to the hype. It is truly amazing. Huge world, good soundtrack, immersive gameplay. It is so much to do. Last time I felt this about a game was with Skyrim.
  79. doggiepoo
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    Definitely my favorite game this year. I have more than 60 hours in this game, and I still haven't passed the main story. There is so much to explore. There's a strange addiction with this game, something that was missing in the previous titles in the series. The soundtrack is great, graphics are amazing because of the wonderful art style, and the gameplay is just fun. Nintendo has craftedDefinitely my favorite game this year. I have more than 60 hours in this game, and I still haven't passed the main story. There is so much to explore. There's a strange addiction with this game, something that was missing in the previous titles in the series. The soundtrack is great, graphics are amazing because of the wonderful art style, and the gameplay is just fun. Nintendo has crafted an awesome game, it took them a while but the long wait was worth it. Thanks Nintendo! Now please bring back the Metroid series.… Expand
  80. bahamud
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    El juego es genial, buenas mecánicas de juego el arte es espectacular, puedes explorar por horas el mapa sin aburrirte o retomar la historia en cualquier momento es un juego que te da libertad para hacer lo que quieras.
  81. Frosenhorn
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    В этой игре прекрасно всё, от А до Я

    Эта игра настолько большая, что даже сложно представить, как будет выглядеть человек, который пройдёт эту игру на 100% Возможностей настолько много, что их сосчитать практически не реально. Пройдя игру один раз, и начав проходить её заново ты по любому найдёшь что-нибудь новое, именно вот такие игры заслуживает игровое сообщество. Игра, реально    В этой игре прекрасно всё, от А до Я

    Эта игра настолько большая, что даже сложно представить, как будет выглядеть человек, который пройдёт эту игру на 100%

    Возможностей настолько много, что их сосчитать практически не реально. Пройдя игру один раз, и начав проходить её заново ты по любому найдёшь что-нибудь новое, именно вот такие игры заслуживает игровое сообщество.

    Игра, реально не на шутку, заставляет заболеть мыслью купить новую консоль от Нинтендо.    … Expand
  82. JKHENRY
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    Those guys who rate this game 0/10 are comment bots. Many of them only have 1 review related to their account. They slander this game for some vicious purpose. I don't know if they are sent by Nintendo's competitors, actually, I don't care. But this game is such a vivid template of how a fun video game should be like. It purifies us from those garbages that only try to squeeze money andThose guys who rate this game 0/10 are comment bots. Many of them only have 1 review related to their account. They slander this game for some vicious purpose. I don't know if they are sent by Nintendo's competitors, actually, I don't care. But this game is such a vivid template of how a fun video game should be like. It purifies us from those garbages that only try to squeeze money and time from players. Players should have a good sense of games so that some game companies cannot easily fool us with garbages. That's why you should try this game, it's a masterpiece, Keep playing such wonderful games, you will finally gain a good sense for games.… Expand
  83. heitzenberg
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    One of the better games in the series. Much better than Skyward Sword. Huge, vast open world. Bigger than anything Nintendo has done before. Excellent combat. Decent story. Ignore the trolls. They're bitter that this outscored Horizon by a lot. At least Nintendo fans aren't petty enough to troll the Horizon page.
  84. NeoGamer22
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    Got my Switch a week later than everyone else but am finally pretty deep into the game. First off, I love the fact that it doesn't hold your hand. LIterally, they tell you the general area of where to go and you gotta explore and find the objectives yourself. However, Nintendo pulled this off in a way that saves you from complete frustration. Also, paragliding through the world isGot my Switch a week later than everyone else but am finally pretty deep into the game. First off, I love the fact that it doesn't hold your hand. LIterally, they tell you the general area of where to go and you gotta explore and find the objectives yourself. However, Nintendo pulled this off in a way that saves you from complete frustration. Also, paragliding through the world is absolutely satisfying. One of the reasons it is unique from other open worlds where you just follow a set quest objective. The weapon durability is absolutely annoying though. Don't know why Nintendo didn't add a blacksmith of some kind.… Expand
  85. Mtrito40
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    This game is worth buying the Switch. I would have bought the switch just to play this game. It is that good. It is the best game I have played. Great music, beautiful and magical graphics, Anyone who is hating just wants to see Nintendo fail.
    This really is the best game I have ever played. The next Zelda game will be hard to top this one.
  86. geminate
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    I have not enjoyed a game this much in a very long time. I love exploring the world, learning skills (like how to cook) by experimenting, trying to catch and tame horses, and how the people and towns feel real (talking to people isn't just busyness). I feel like I am actually on an adventure. My 10 year old daughter also loves this game too and we often talk about the different areas thatI have not enjoyed a game this much in a very long time. I love exploring the world, learning skills (like how to cook) by experimenting, trying to catch and tame horses, and how the people and towns feel real (talking to people isn't just busyness). I feel like I am actually on an adventure. My 10 year old daughter also loves this game too and we often talk about the different areas that we have been exploring.… Expand
  87. miine
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Too bad 11 isn' possible. This is not only the best Zelda I've ever played but the best action adventure also. Nintendo leap frogged all others on OpenWorld games. This isn't just "open" – its more real then anything else while still keeping the expected Zelda charm.

    BotW ist such a leap that giving it anything then a perfect score because of technical issues wouldn't justice it. After    Too bad 11 isn' possible. This is not only the best Zelda I've ever played but the best action adventure also. Nintendo leap frogged all others on OpenWorld games. This isn't just "open" – its more real then anything else while still keeping the expected Zelda charm.

    BotW ist such a leap that giving it anything then a perfect score because of technical issues wouldn't justice it. After playing BotW for over 125 hours I decided that there is a real life too and so I went to see Ganon.

    The brilliance of this game is that I didn't want to end it at all. And I still have to discover many shrines, secrets and mini games. Given the non linear structure the puzzles could be be and were – puzzling, as players aren't required to solve them to progress further.

    Zelda Breath of the Wild is breathtaking. People will be talking in 20 or 30 years about it as a hallmark of computer games. BotW sets the benchmark for all other future OpenWorld adventure games.    … Expand
  88. ADRIANSHOCK333
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    I think this game is one of the best games of all time and maybe my favorite out of the series, hell maybe my favorite game of all time all thou, there are some frame rate drops in villages but, I still love this game.
  89. thatguy090
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Just finished the game and i can honestly say that this is one of the better games that i have ever played. It really has everything that makes a Zelda game great and adds to the formula with elegance without taking away from the franchise at all and the atmosphere that it creates it very definitly Zelda all the way. If you have ever even thought about getting into the Legend of ZeldaJust finished the game and i can honestly say that this is one of the better games that i have ever played. It really has everything that makes a Zelda game great and adds to the formula with elegance without taking away from the franchise at all and the atmosphere that it creates it very definitly Zelda all the way. If you have ever even thought about getting into the Legend of Zelda franchise, even if you know nothing about it or havent played one in a very long time, please dont hesitate on buying this game and playing it. it really is worth every second and cent that i spent on it and I might actually end up buying a special edition Switch for legend of Zelda if one ever comes out… Expand
  90. jorge502
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Heads up. There's an army of Sony fanboys making multiple accounts and spamming 0s. Metacritic is afraid to address this because they don't want to censor their users. Just ignore the user score. 1500 negative review and I suspect 96% of them have never played the game. This is a fantastic game. Just read the critic reviews. As a Sony fan, I am ashamed of the members of our community.Heads up. There's an army of Sony fanboys making multiple accounts and spamming 0s. Metacritic is afraid to address this because they don't want to censor their users. Just ignore the user score. 1500 negative review and I suspect 96% of them have never played the game. This is a fantastic game. Just read the critic reviews. As a Sony fan, I am ashamed of the members of our community. People are livid that this game is getting way more praise than any of the new Sony exclusives.… Expand
  91. Supahvaporeon
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Minor forethought: There are many, MANY people who are giving 0/10 scores without playing the game past the beginning "Tutorial" area. Most of these reviews should be ignored and reported for giving fake and abusive.
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    Legend of    Minor forethought: There are many, MANY people who are giving 0/10 scores without playing the game past the beginning "Tutorial" area. Most of these reviews should be ignored and reported for giving fake and abusive.
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    Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is nothing short of a masterpiece. Everything is clean and polished, from the weather effects actually meaning something for your playing experience, to how exploration is encouraged.

    LoZ: BotW, unlike previous Zelda titles, is an open world game. Despite the oversaturation of the genre, BotW manages to be unique and creative at how to present challenge and reward the player for accomplishing it.

    Unlike other titles, there is only 4 +1 major dungeons in the game surrounding 4 "Divine Beasts" and Hyrule Castle itself. Where it lacks in main dungeons, it makes up for in smaller "mini dungeons" called shrines. Every shrine in the game is unique and has it's own mechanic or gimmick, and has 0-3 treasures hidden to find. At the end of each shrine, you get a "Soul Orb." collecting 4 of these allows you to trade them in for a Heart Container or a Stamina Container; it is very similar in concept to Heart Pieces in previous games, but much more streamlined and interactive than previous side-quests and minigames.

    Side-quests this time around thanks to the open world-ness of the game allow them to be spread out, and can even be a reward for exploration itself. Rather than just give heart pieces or rupees, many will give you rare ingredients for cooking, directions to hidden areas with loot, or more powerful weapons than you would find in the world.

    Speaking of weapons, BotW has a weapon degradation mechanic, where most weak weapons shatter after a few blows, while more powerful and rare weapons break much less often. Most reviewers do not like the mechanic, but I personally see why they did so. It forces you to be on par or weaker than the enemies you face, and save the good weapons when you find something much more dangerous. When you have the experience and knowledge where you can find those powerful weapons, it isn't as much of a struggle to replace them.

    Having completed most of the game with only the 3 token heart containers, I can safely say: this game is HARD. Difficulty is far too difficult to talk about in depth without spoilers, but it is safe to say that the starting area itself is easy to navigate, but ramps the difficulty up and down at random with enemy placement, environmental conditions, weapon availability, and even (very easy version of) a miniboss. It keeps you on your toes and gets you ready for some of the more difficult sections. Be prepared to get stomped when you get out of there.

    The music is the perfect throwback to previous games, incorporating the best of the best songs from Wind Waker to Twilight Princess, and mixing it up enough to make it stand out in the series. From the delicate harp music intermixed with a synth, almost otherworldly melody of Zora's Domain, to the woodwinds calmly blowing away in some of the highlands, it simply cannot get any better than this.

    Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is unarguably the best game I have ever played. From the mechanics, to the environments; the side-quests, to the main quest; and everything in-between; this game is glowing with perfection. For all the stuff Nintendo has been doing lately with the community, this more than makes up for it.    … Expand
  92. holnugget
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing and I can't put it down. Its art style is unique and the depth of the game is unparalleled. Whether you are playing this on the Switch or the Wii U, its a must purchase (even for casual gamers). Hands down, the best Zelda game yet.
  93. Felisha
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    My boyfriend bought this for me and i didn't have any expectations at all and i thought it looked kinda boring when i saw the videos of the demo. But i gave it a shot, and i have to say it is the best game I've ever played. And i'm addicted. I RECOMMEND!! 10/10
  94. therealmattchew
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Words...words can not explain the excellence of this game....I will pointing out problems I didn't like and the overall majority of things I did like. First off let me just say that if you are confused on if you should buy the game or not BUY IT! It is worth every penny and will give you many memorable, frustrating, and enjoyable moments. The frustrating moments usually turn into momentsWords...words can not explain the excellence of this game....I will pointing out problems I didn't like and the overall majority of things I did like. First off let me just say that if you are confused on if you should buy the game or not BUY IT! It is worth every penny and will give you many memorable, frustrating, and enjoyable moments. The frustrating moments usually turn into moments of joy when you figure out an expertly designed puzzle that can keep you thinking and trying. The story is one of the greatest in history of Zelda (and I have played nearly all other Zelda games). I beat the game in around the 50 hour mark but I did avoid some side quests. Even when I did beat the game I came back just to beat more shrines (which are mini dungeons with puzzles) and complete any other side quests that may be out there. Most people complain the world is "barren", but I can reassure you there is plenty to explore and discover. Because I don't want to spoil the game all I will say is in the end I felt sad that the main storyline was coming to an end and I wanted more. The voice acting is splendid and made me feel attached to most of the characters like Zelda. One of the problems I didn't like about the game was the frame drops that happened every now and then (keep in mind this was on the Wii U). This thankfully doesn't take away from the experience and beauty of the world around you. With everything from the individual pieces of grass to the huge mountains in the distance you can get side tracked very easily which makes this game even better. Only focusing on the main story will get you around a 15% completion rate of the game. Besides this there is so much more to discover that I would rather you (the reader and hopefully future player) discover for yourself! This game is a masterpiece and will be remembered as one of the best Zelda games of all time.… Expand
  95. thinknintendo
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Once in a while a game comes around that completley knocks you on your feet and reminds you why videogames are so great. Whats strange to me is, i would have never expected it to be a zelda game. The thought alone is bizarre , we all expect every mainline zelda game to be really good, as i did with this one. But i have to be honest, i expected it to be “just another zelda.”

    My favorite    Once in a while a game comes around that completley knocks you on your feet and reminds you why videogames are so great. Whats strange to me is, i would have never expected it to be a zelda game. The thought alone is bizarre , we all expect every mainline zelda game to be really good, as i did with this one. But i have to be honest, i expected it to be “just another zelda.”

    My favorite zelda game is the original legend of zelda for the NES. Link to the past on the SNES and Link awakening on the gameboy were amazing games, fantastic even. Ocarina of time was really on a HO Notha level. After that point, sadly, my hype for zelda started to decline. The series was stating to get comfy with its tried and true formula, as were its hardcore fans. Ive always thought zelda could be better, not that Skyward sword, Twilight princess and windwaker were bad games, just that at their core, they were still mimicking the same fomulaic approach. So why or even how would a game thats expected to be good, still blow away expectations as breath of the wild has? By breaking that mold, chewing it up, adding some acorns and mighty bannanas, throwing it in a pan over a fire, and making a monster of a game that absolutley no one expected to be this incredible.

    GRAPHICS

    The game runs fairly smooth with some slight fps drops in certain moments, never to the point where it interrupts gameplay. Despite being originally developed on the archaic and weak capability of the wiiu, Breath of the wilds graphics are absorbently stunning, every vista looks like a watercolor painting. The character models look great and feel like they fit the fantasy world perfectly. Enemies come in diffrent shapes and sizes, from small bat like keese, to hulking one eyed giant orge like beasts to even bigger enemies(wont spoil it for you) The wildlife in this game is beautiful to look at, even the smallest insect.

    GAMEPLAY

    Running, jumping, fighting,climbing in Breath of the wild is silky smooth, there is actually so many things and so many controls for link to learn that you might find yourself pressing the wrong button at times, so it does have somewhat of a learning curve, but never to the point where i got annoyed. Link can sprint or climb using his upgradable stamina bar, a feature new to the series. Every weapon that link collects attacks diffrently, and there all fun to use, some more than others (im looking at you boomerang.) You can make food and potions to help you on your quest, this part is actually a lot of fun, as you’ll want to collect as many ingredients: trees,plants,fruits, enemy drops(i mean the list goes on and on.) The abilities that you receive early in the game are also a blast to use, especially paired with the incredible physics engine of this game. its unlike anything you’ve ever played, it really is.

    SOUND

    Music in this game is also unlike any other zelda game, where other zelda titles, there was always an overworld theme blasting, marching towards adventure no matter what you were doing. This game makes you really feel your surroundings with its soundtrack, it lets the sounds of nature swoop in and take over at times, this mixed with the incredible

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    scenery make for an audiovisual experience thats extremely satisfying. There are excellent tracks in this game, from the celtic sounding theme of hateno village to the jazzy sounds of the goron/valcano theme. There is also remade editions of old favorites. Overall there’s never been a zelda soundtrack with more emotion than in this game.

    STORY

    The legend of zelda has never been known for its story elements, that being said it has a decent tale told in a very intresting way. Ive been playing about 70 hours, and honestly have not focused too much on reaching the main story plot, that being said from what ive seen, its definitley a step up from previous iterations.

    CONCLUSION

    Did i think nintendo had it in them to make a game like this? Yes, did i expect it with breath of the wild? NO, but im sure glad they did. As many positive things i have to say about this game, i cant help to assert that you have to play this game to really understand and appreciate it. No review can really do it justice, and with that being said, i give this game a 10/10.

    The good: True open word gameplay that gives you a sense of freedom

    The bad: slight fps drops in high activity areas

    The ugly: Moblin guts? really? eww…    … Expand
  96. koajhunt
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    Without question the best Zelda in years. Though it is unlike any game before it in the series. I could see the more casual Nintendo gamers feeling a bit overwhelmed by the game. Seems like Nintendo was able fuse it's classic franchise with the format of modern day Western open world RPGs. I'm close to completing the main quest but still have a ton of Shrines to complete. That being said,Without question the best Zelda in years. Though it is unlike any game before it in the series. I could see the more casual Nintendo gamers feeling a bit overwhelmed by the game. Seems like Nintendo was able fuse it's classic franchise with the format of modern day Western open world RPGs. I'm close to completing the main quest but still have a ton of Shrines to complete. That being said, I've logged about 90 hours in the game. Well worth the money.… Expand
  97. NadiaC
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    Amazing Zelda game! I have not felt this addicted to/absorbed in a game since I was 12 years old. I spend the first 30 hours just exploring the world, and by that time I still hadn't visited half of the areas. Now I'm 60+ hours in, and I still feel the need to play whenever it's possible. It's still so enjoyable! There's still so much TO DO!

    I especially like: - That Zelda now has a    Amazing Zelda game! I have not felt this addicted to/absorbed in a game since I was 12 years old. I spend the first 30 hours just exploring the world, and by that time I still hadn't visited half of the areas. Now I'm 60+ hours in, and I still feel the need to play whenever it's possible. It's still so enjoyable! There's still so much TO DO!

    I especially like:
    - That Zelda now has a personality and that she seems smart (she's supposed to represent wisdom after all...)
    - Discovering small villages and travellers on the road
    - How the world feels alive even in the barren and remote areas
    - The short riddle-based shrines
    - The magical feeling of discovering something rare and beautiful by accident
    - That many of the riddles can be solved in more than one way
    - The large variety of weapons (I sometimes wish I could keep them all, but then I would never end up trying new things)
    - The paraglider and how it works with the bow. Never gets tiring.

    However, I really wish:
    - I could register different types of animals than horses
    - I could actually pet the dogs (and the foxes!)
    - It was possible to do a back-up of my saved game. This would bring me a lot of peace.    … Expand
  98. Zerasight
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    This is by far the best Game in Nintendos long history of gaming. They went all out on this on and created an nearly perfect masterpiece. Everybody should try out this game if they get the chance and see for themselves why it's so great. Pro: Smooth gameplay, beautiful and memorable world, many ways to solve the puzzles and great music combined in one game. Contra: FPS breakdowns at someThis is by far the best Game in Nintendos long history of gaming. They went all out on this on and created an nearly perfect masterpiece. Everybody should try out this game if they get the chance and see for themselves why it's so great. Pro: Smooth gameplay, beautiful and memorable world, many ways to solve the puzzles and great music combined in one game. Contra: FPS breakdowns at some points and weapons get destroyed to fast.… Expand
  99. Tutakahaman
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    I love this game. I was honestly a bit irritated at first about the weapons breaking and what not but now that I am well into the game, I really don't mind it at all. It add's a dynamic that I have grown to enjoy. Honestly, the only thing that irritates me about the game is the cooking. That's it, and its not even that big of a gripe. I just don't like that you can only cook 1 item at aI love this game. I was honestly a bit irritated at first about the weapons breaking and what not but now that I am well into the game, I really don't mind it at all. It add's a dynamic that I have grown to enjoy. Honestly, the only thing that irritates me about the game is the cooking. That's it, and its not even that big of a gripe. I just don't like that you can only cook 1 item at a time. Other than that, I am thoroughly enjoying this game. I only wish that they would put an hour counter in the game because I have put TON'S of hours into this game. Love every bit of it.… Expand
  100. Gravityshade
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild has gorgeous graphics, and the musical score is amazing. I really enjoyed the ability to roam around without being forced into a myriad of unnecessary quests.
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#1 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#1 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
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#1 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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Metascore
97

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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