The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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8.7

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  1. raoulvador
    Jun 22, 2022
    8
    I've never been interested by a zelda game more than a couple of hours. Game boy one is pretty cool, but this one is the only you make me want to play more to discover the HUGE map and get lost in this world. This is good s****
  2. ElliottJudy
    Jun 26, 2022
    8
    This game is very very good and I recommend it too any person who plays games. However, some people act like its perfect when it definitely is not. Those flaws will probably not hinder your experience very much though. Overall you should play it but you already know that so why are you reading this? If you wanted to actually know about the game you probably would have just looked up aThis game is very very good and I recommend it too any person who plays games. However, some people act like its perfect when it definitely is not. Those flaws will probably not hinder your experience very much though. Overall you should play it but you already know that so why are you reading this? If you wanted to actually know about the game you probably would have just looked up a video. Most likely you have already played the game and just feel like looking at reviews. Well I have a message for that person... I'm never gonna give you up. I'm never gonna let you down. I'm never gonna run around and deserte you.… Expand
  3. joadson
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    As always zelda games are bringing more excitement and adventure to their fans, a beautiful and open world game with lots of things to do and discover one of the best games i ever played in my life zelda always surprises
  4. Nintendist
    Jun 30, 2022
    10
    this game is so GOOD. and has so much fun. i love til the end, i love the story here
  5. TODD17
    Sep 23, 2022
    10
    I don’t even like Zelda games, but it’s great. One of my favorite games of all time.
  6. sarahaj
    Jul 2, 2022
    10
    There is a reason this game is said my many to be the greatest game of all time. If I could relive my first completely blind playthrough of this game I would in a heartbeat. I hope you are able to do the same.
  7. Rafa_Soares
    Jul 5, 2022
    10
    - O jogo é simplesmente incrível! O realismo da física é impressionante, o mundo aberto é enorme e muito bem trabalhado, a gameplay é excelente e você simplesmente pode escolher por onde quer começar sem se preocupar com uma "ordem". Os desafios nos santuários também são bem elaborados e a imensidão do mapa te instiga a explorar todos os cantos em busca de tesouros. Se você tem um Nintendo- O jogo é simplesmente incrível! O realismo da física é impressionante, o mundo aberto é enorme e muito bem trabalhado, a gameplay é excelente e você simplesmente pode escolher por onde quer começar sem se preocupar com uma "ordem". Os desafios nos santuários também são bem elaborados e a imensidão do mapa te instiga a explorar todos os cantos em busca de tesouros. Se você tem um Nintendo Switch, esse jogo não pode faltar na sua coleção!… Expand
  8. Joschi_030108
    Jul 8, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever made, I'd recommend it to everyone. Just boy the game it'll be worth every cent.
  9. Madbert
    Jul 9, 2022
    10
    Mar 3, 2017

    Obra maestra, hay poco más que añadir, un juego muy rico en contenido, muy bien pulido, una historia vibrante. Cualquiera que tenga una switch debe jugar a este juego.
  10. Itsyaboi776
    Jul 9, 2022
    9
    This game is absolutely beautiful and well made. There is plenty of content for this game and the 2 expansion Passes. The bosses are a pretty moderate- moderately annoying which is a great boss fight for me. I love the shrines and divine beasts in this game. I only wish they added dungeons like the previous Zelda games
  11. phenyxash
    Jul 11, 2022
    9
    A must-play of open-world exploration and poetry. One of the best experiences I had in a very long time, Breath of the Wild is among the top entries in the Zelda saga.
  12. Aki_
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    This is honestly one of if not the best game ever made. All of its features and ways to play make it stellar. Amazing job Nintendo
  13. NotClyos
    Jul 16, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is great. Just plain and Simple its great. the gameplay is great, and the bosses while similar feel different enough that they don't feel the same. the divine beasts while not the greatest Zelda dungeons are pretty good. they strike the perfect balance of not a cakewalk but not so hard you just look at a guide in frustration. the graphics are great the art style is unique and gorgeous. the amount of little things to find and do in this game make it feel endless. Breath of the wild is great because of how you can play how you want, if you want to do all the divine beasts get all the memory's do every shrine and quest and all the korok seeds etc.. (you see why the game feels endless?) or do nothing of that and make your fun in the wild, its in the name after all Breath of the WILD. you can go mess around with the physics of the game when you get bored. you can nitpick it all you want but i bet your favorite can be nitpicked to death aswell. no game is perfect for everybody but this feels the best "real game" for anybody due to being able to do whatever it you want and make your own fun. the only "main" cons i can think about is weapon breaking and the story not being huge but weapon breaking never felt annoying it made it feel like you had to strategize a little bit for the "perfect playthrough" but there was always ways to get most good items back or get better ones. for the story its a double sided blade you make the story more prominent but loss a little of the "no rules, make your own fun" mentality of the game and the story itself is not bad it just not a 4 hour directors cut of the worlds best movie type of story. this game is great to the point that it overcame nostalgia to beat out Mario galaxy as my favorite game of all time. no game is perfect but if any is the closest Breath of the wild is.… Expand
  14. Excipar
    Jul 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game I have ever played in my whole entire life. Just the whole packed open air concept. This is the only true open air game, the only thing stopping you is the breath of the wild, for example you cant climb to Zora's Domain with the rain. There's so much that so many years later here I am with 1,005 hours, still exploring and finding new things.… Expand
  15. tonytoo
    Sep 10, 2022
    9
    gameplay:10/10(u maybe will be bored at first,but u will enjoy this game)
    story:8/10(it will better to add more story)
    graphic:3/5(switch's game...)
    music:4/5(not really special,but u will feel relax)
    overall:8.8/10
  16. Marmolillo
    Jul 31, 2022
    10
    Lo jugue en un principio sin esperar mucho y tras completarlo al 100% solo puedo decir que es uno de los grandes de la historia de los videojuegos.

    2023 no puede llegar lo suficientemente pronto.
  17. Darks4dow
    Jul 31, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego de mundo abierto. The legend of zelda breath of the wild es un mundo lleno de vida, interactivo, enorme y con grandes secretos por descubrir.

    Este es el mejor juego que he jugado, tiene un gameplay perfecto, animaciones perfectas, interacción con todos los elementos del mundo, música perfecta y muchas horas de contenido.
  18. MarioTing
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    An open world game where the world doesn’t feel empty and there’s always new things to discover everywhere in then world. My only problem with this game is that the shrines get repetitive and always knowing what you’re going to get from them takes away from the enjoyment of exploring.
  19. Jhon_Willims
    Aug 4, 2022
    9
    Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
  20. xRed_Ray
    Aug 9, 2022
    10
    First Zelda game, favourite game of all time. Has some flaws but overall very good
  21. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    10
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  22. SquidC4
    Jan 23, 2023
    9
    As my first experience with the Zelda franchise, I was certainly not left disappointed. The stark contrast between botw and other Nintendo ips help to create a hook that consistently draws you back into the experience.
  23. SaintPoog
    Aug 17, 2022
    10
    Not a perfect game, but well deserving of a perfect score. The art style is timeless and the gameplay is timeless. This game successfully captures the childish wonder and sense of adventure.
  24. Jan1
    Aug 18, 2022
    10
    Botw ist ein Gefühl was ich schon lange nicht mehr hatte es gibt sehr viel zu erkunden die verschiedenen Rätsel zu lösen machen auch Spaß na glar ihr und da hat das game ein par Schwächen aber es bekommt trotzdem von eine 10
  25. Milkmen
    Aug 21, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Хороша гра чому?
    Хороша графіка, не поганий геймплей, але деякі фігурки аміібо не дуже і корисні, але це єдиний мінус який я знайшов.
    Дякую нінтендо за таку гру    … Expand
  26. Taken_Hades
    May 16, 2023
    8
    -5/10 story
    -10/10 gameplay
    -10/10 environments
    -7/10 characters
    -10/10 music
  27. YtegamerITA
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    The horseback jumping minigame Is a Little glitchy but like 5 people even know It exists so it's ok
  28. Cosuo_
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    my favorite and arguably the best game of all time till this day, cant wait for the sequel
  29. Birdhouse1969
    Aug 27, 2022
    10
    Game has so many good features In it I have spent around 800 hours in the game and I absolutely recommend this game hope this helps you decide
  30. Andrewit
    Aug 27, 2022
    10
    Это самая лучшая игра которую я когда либо проходил. Живой открытый мир. Интересные загадки, нелинейное прохождение сюжета, великолепная режиссура. Снимаю шляпу перед Хидемаро Фудзибаяси и остальным за такой шедевр
  31. WaffleBoiX
    Aug 28, 2022
    10
    For the people that hate this game let me tell you that this isn't the game for everybody, this is a very different zelda game and people need to accept that. This game takes place 10,000 years in the future (of the other zelda games) so of course its gonna be different. I love exploring the world as there's so much to do, the game wants you to explore and basically find out stuff on yourFor the people that hate this game let me tell you that this isn't the game for everybody, this is a very different zelda game and people need to accept that. This game takes place 10,000 years in the future (of the other zelda games) so of course its gonna be different. I love exploring the world as there's so much to do, the game wants you to explore and basically find out stuff on your own by exploring its vast world. Compared to all other zelda games this one is a very slow paced game and that's why some people don't like it. I like the shrines since most of them have different puzzles and you get rewarded for completing them. Enemies are hard and you will die a lot in this game but I like a challenge, it feels satisfying when you finnaly beat a boss that took lost of time to beat. I love the game but there are stuff I don't like like how fast weapons break, I understand rusty weapons but other weapons break too fast, kind of the only flaw with the game in my opinion. Otherwise its a 10/10 for me… Expand
  32. wilberlinhares
    Aug 29, 2022
    10
    I've never played anything from the Zelda franchise, in fact, I've never played anything from Nintendo. PS, PC, and Xbox games only. Zelda BOTW was my first experience and, from there, I got my Switch and started playing other Nintendo franchises: Mario, Metroid, etc. Even though I played the 2017 Zelda BOTW in 2022, I can safely say that this was the best game I've played to date.I've never played anything from the Zelda franchise, in fact, I've never played anything from Nintendo. PS, PC, and Xbox games only. Zelda BOTW was my first experience and, from there, I got my Switch and started playing other Nintendo franchises: Mario, Metroid, etc. Even though I played the 2017 Zelda BOTW in 2022, I can safely say that this was the best game I've played to date. Practically SACRED.… Expand
  33. kainew
    Aug 30, 2022
    10
    Simple The Best, i'm online start play now, and totaly Love, there is no contras.
  34. justko
    Jan 1, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The open-world adventure game The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is genuinely revolutionary and has raised the bar for similar titles. Breath of the Wild, a video game created and released by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch and Wii U consoles, has garnered numerous honors and awards since its debut in 2017. These awards and recognitions include Game of the Year at The Game Awards and multiple Game of the Year awards from different publications.

    As Link, the main character of the Legend of Zelda series awakens from a 100-year nap to a world that has been altered by an enigmatic force known as the Calamity Ganon, you take control of him in Breath of the Wild. You discover the mysteries of the past and find the strength required to finally destroy Calamity Ganon as you traverse the game's expansive and gorgeously rendered land of Hyrule.

    The open-world concept of Breath of the Wild, which lets you explore and learn at your own speed, is one of its most stunning features. A variety of settings, including lush woods, snow-capped mountains, parched deserts, and perilous swamps, may be found throughout the game's wide, spreading landscape. The game's dynamic weather system and day-night cycle further enhance the richness and realism of the world, which is filled with secrets and hidden treasures to be discovered in each location.

    However, Breath of the Wild's impressiveness extends beyond only its setting to the ways in which you can engage with it. The game features a variety of novel gameplay elements, such as the capacity to climb virtually any surface and the capacity to solve puzzles based on physics. The game encourages experimentation and exploration while allowing you to tackle difficulties in a variety of inventive ways thanks to these mechanisms.

    Breath of the Wild offers a plethora of side quests and mini-games in addition to the main quest. These range from preparing meals and making remedies to racing other players and taking part in archery competitions. You can gather materials and make your own weapons, armor, and other equipment using the game's complex crafting system.

    The combat system in Breath of the Wild is one of the game's most notable aspects since it is intricate and difficult. The game adds a number of new tools and skills, such as the capacity to parry and block enemy blows as well as perform elemental attacks. The game's AI for the adversaries is also very sophisticated, and they react differently based on the time of day and where you are.

    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is an open-world adventure game that, all things considered, is incredibly impressive and raises the bar. Its expansive and exquisitely detailed universe, cutting-edge gameplay elements, and intricate combat system all work together to provide for an absolutely remarkable gaming experience. Breath of the Wild is a must-play whether you love open-world adventure games in general or the Legend of Zelda franchise in particular.    … Expand
  35. donkaapo
    Sep 17, 2022
    10
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  36. Adam1972
    Dec 22, 2022
    10
    Best game ever! Innovative, fun, long-lived, bizarre. The shrines are magnificent and varied, the gameplay levels beyond the parameters, the characters well characterized. Unattainable for everyone.
  37. Makuzi
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece, amazing world and fun to explore. Probably the most open open-world game I've ever played. There are so many different solitons to the same problem. This is a must play!
  38. JonnyArrow
    Oct 18, 2022
    10
    This is by far one of the best games to immerse yourself in for 100s of hours, if you let it. Art and video games emerge for a beautiful experience.
  39. Abstract_Lazy
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    This game is perfect in every way. the open world is absolutely huge and vast it’s so good. Ic I could pick one game to play again for the first time this would be it
  40. Tony1986
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    With this game, Nintendo managed to deliver its best creation in more than 30 years of history, teaching everyone why they are the best softhouse to date. Breath of the wild is trully magnificent, without any flaws and delivering the best open world game we could have hope for.
  41. Nurax
    Sep 14, 2022
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild did not just revolutionize the Zelda series but also open world games as a whole. Wandering around this vast world is just pure fun and exploring all of it will take you countless exciting hours.
  42. ELYS1UM
    Sep 21, 2022
    10
    This game changed my life when I played it five years ago. Back then I liked playing video games, yes, but it was just something to pass the time. This game was the first time I was ever truly immersed into a fictional world, and it led me down the path to becoming who I am today. I would never have discovered my passion for the medium of video games if not for Breath of The Wild. I wouldThis game changed my life when I played it five years ago. Back then I liked playing video games, yes, but it was just something to pass the time. This game was the first time I was ever truly immersed into a fictional world, and it led me down the path to becoming who I am today. I would never have discovered my passion for the medium of video games if not for Breath of The Wild. I would never have met some of my closest friends if not for Breath of The Wild. Three are so many facets of myself and my personality that I discovered because of my time playing this game. It has such an incredible soundtrack that's minimalistic and tries to stay out of the way of the sounds of the world. It has beautiful graphics and art direction, and incredible UI. It has a rich world that's rewarding to explore from head to toe. It has a fun combat system that encourages players to not only upgrade their gear, but learn how to employ advanced techniques like parrying or flurry rushing to speed along tough battles. The game is pure, unadulterated, fun. Of course, video games are art, and people will never be able to come to unanimous decisions on it. As well as this, the game is not perfect. It would benefit greatly from a stronger narrative, and better performance. Yet, these issues mean nothing to me when I'm running, or swimming, or climbing, or riding, or even warping my way around the vast and enthralling world of Hyrule. I will always love this game no matter what happens. Because this is one of the few games that I can truly say from the bottom of my heart, changed my life.… Expand
  43. PacoBN23
    Sep 24, 2022
    8
    Uno de los mundos abiertos que mayor libertad te ofrece. La trama principal es algo escasa pero cuenta todo lo que necesita, aunque se complementa a la perfección con las misiones secundarias y las actividades que te ofrece.
  44. benjenj
    Sep 19, 2022
    10
    Best game I've played, I keep playing it for hundreds of hours and it amazed me every time. It's incredible that this game was released in 2017, and it was still the best game in 2020 when I bought it.
    The music, the story, the weapon system, the map design, and the cut scenes are all perfect.
  45. Zarithra
    May 29, 2023
    8
    Many like me struggled to enjoy the first few hours (example: low stamina to climb walls or slipping druing rain, no proper cloithing to endure the cold, having to get used to weapons breaking). Soon after however, you really begin to enjoy and discover the open world and appreciate the effort developers put into this. BUT, eventually it begins to feel like a chore and you start to burnMany like me struggled to enjoy the first few hours (example: low stamina to climb walls or slipping druing rain, no proper cloithing to endure the cold, having to get used to weapons breaking). Soon after however, you really begin to enjoy and discover the open world and appreciate the effort developers put into this. BUT, eventually it begins to feel like a chore and you start to burn out. It becomes tiring to search for temples, tiring to collect additional heart and stamina containers, or increase inventory space, or replace weapons, or changing armour for weather or enemy type, or upgrading clothes or weapons. I found myself collecting all these for the sake of doing it, not for the fun of it.

    I would have rated this game a 6 for the first 3 hours, and then a 10 for the next 20 hours, and eventually settle at 8 overall for what should be called Zelda Chores in the Wild.
    Would be great to have voice overs instead of reading what felt like impossibly dry senseless dialogue accompanied by bizarre grunting noises. I had to lower the TV volume for fear my neighbours thinkinbg I'm watching porn (no joke).    … Expand
  46. Idgaming16
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow, just wow this is my favourite game ever (joint with Mario odyssey), the first hour or so is getting used to the mechanics but then when you start going to the first divine beast and begin starting the game (properly). That's when it starts getting greater, 4 dungeons doesn't seem like much but you can't miss the fact that there's 120 mini-dungeons as well so you'll never get bored. Buy the DLC too, It's brilliant just like this game.… Expand
  47. Kenny97
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de zelda que e jugado no puedo creer lo que ha vendido este juego y hasta hoy las personas vuelven a jugar y comprar este juego y THE LEGEND OF ZELDA TEARS OF THE KINGDOM va a romper el Internet por el increíble juego que va a hacer, lo recomiendo a todos ustedes yo llevo 515 horas de juego y no me siento ready terminarlo y ni siquiera he podido terminar los dlcUno de los mejores juegos de zelda que e jugado no puedo creer lo que ha vendido este juego y hasta hoy las personas vuelven a jugar y comprar este juego y THE LEGEND OF ZELDA TEARS OF THE KINGDOM va a romper el Internet por el increíble juego que va a hacer, lo recomiendo a todos ustedes yo llevo 515 horas de juego y no me siento ready terminarlo y ni siquiera he podido terminar los dlc este juego es increíble… Expand
  48. tomtomt
    Sep 24, 2022
    10
    The best game i have ever played. innovative in his combat sistem, with an amazing new world and a different gamplay from other games allowing gamers to enjoy the adventure and the story like never before. When you play breath of the wild, it's hard to describe the feeling, just play it, you will like it for sure. discovering physics interactions between elements, whatching charactersThe best game i have ever played. innovative in his combat sistem, with an amazing new world and a different gamplay from other games allowing gamers to enjoy the adventure and the story like never before. When you play breath of the wild, it's hard to describe the feeling, just play it, you will like it for sure. discovering physics interactions between elements, whatching characters descriptions let us see the obsessive attention to detail. this game entertained me, amused, supported me and made me dream. just amazing. compulsively waiting for the sequel... anonymous reviewer.… Expand
  49. 3ls0ul
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  50. ZeIdaFan
    Sep 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Für mich ist es bisher das beste Spiel überhaupt!
    Die Kritik kann ich nicht verstehen!
    Die Open World ist Perfekt, die kroks sind gut und Abwechslungsreich platziert, die Bosse sind gut.
    Ich fand die Schreine gut, die Dungeons wären würden nicht in die Open World, weil sie das Spiel zu kurz machen würde!    … Expand
  51. LucyPunk
    Sep 29, 2022
    10
    A master piece, everything its just perfect, the way you move through the space, the items, the story, perfect game
  52. Divad27
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    Possibly the best game of the console, of the franchise and of its generation (Obviously respecting all tastes). A very deep story even for new Zelda players, very very nice with an amazing artistic design and above all, very funny, because of the enemies, gameplay and opportunities.
  53. elliot5
    Oct 6, 2022
    10
    (10/10) - I put over 100 hours into the game before I even finished and it was completely worth it. I've never played a game that made me actually want to complete the side missions.
  54. hellomylittle
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    simplesmente perfeito, toda a historia é maravilhosa, o jogo é longo e rende mais de 100 horas de gameplay, graficos lindos, e otima dificuldade, vc consegue relaxar enquanto explora hyrule, é impressionate o quanto esse jogo é bom
  55. TheRadiantMoth
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    This game is far from perfect but it is still one of the best games I have ever played.
    It has many issues which people who are very critical of it are quick to point out. The combat has issues like the weapon breaking system and very imbalanced late game scaling, the story is lacking and told in a boring way, the dungeons and bosses are disappointing, the materials you get are generally    This game is far from perfect but it is still one of the best games I have ever played.
    It has many issues which people who are very critical of it are quick to point out. The combat has issues like the weapon breaking system and very imbalanced late game scaling, the story is lacking and told in a boring way, the dungeons and bosses are disappointing, the materials you get are generally not that useful, etc.
    The thing is, none of those really matter, because they aren't bad enough that they ruin the things that are good about the game. The story is lacking but it has a cool premise and isn't that important to the gameplay. The combat has severe flaws but all of its core aspects are still fun and control well. The divine beasts and blights are disappointing compared to past dungeons/bosses, but the shrines and overworld bosses serve as replacements that fit better in the open world context. The game has many flaws but none of them are crippling.
    And what the game does well is more than enough to make up for these excusable flaws. It has some of the best presentation and atmosphere in any game, period. Which I do not say lightly. The artstyle is undoubtedly beautiful, and that gets all the appreciation it deserves. The game looks incredible even on more limited hardware because the devs didn't try to make something hyper-realistic, they just made a cell shaded style that looks really pretty. Strong art direction matters more than pure graphical fidelity in most cases. There was also immense care put into details and animations of everything from Link to enemies to the environment to make it all believable (for example details like Link's visible breath in cold areas as a basic one. Details like these are everywhere when you pay attention and contribute greatly to immersion.)
    The audio design is just as strong. The music is slightly contentious, but I think the criticism is largely unwarranted. I agree that the overworld themes on their own aren't great pieces of music, but it's important to remember that they should be judged in-context. The context is a game that's trying a great deal to bring to life the atmosphere of its world and also has incredibly detailed audio work put into the environment. The ambient music with long rests isn't for no reason, it's to give a chance for the sounds of nature to shine. (to allow for the "Breath of the Wild"). Those long rests also convey a feeling of loneliness better than anything more involved ever could. And apart from those, the music is all pretty good. Town themes have great atmosphere, boss themes are exciting, etc.
    The audio and visual design of this game are what makes it a work of art, and show that presentation is important. The incredible presentation of this Hyrule are what make it a compelling world that players want to explore, because being in a game world that is beautiful, immersive, and atmospheric makes that game world feel good to be in.
    So what matters then is how the game lets you view the beautiful world it creates. Which it does by giving the player complete freedom in exploration. This is one of few games that seems to be open world because it's actually part of the intended experience, rather than just for the sake of it. The game doesn't try to railroad you into any of its content because it doesn't need to. It takes almost all markers off the mini map and permits you to go wherever. Which plays off of the captivating environments. You see something in the distance, think "ooh, I want to go there", and inevitably find plenty of things from Koroks to shrines along the way. Even if the stuff you find gets repetitive, it doesn't really feel that way, because the exploration is player driven. If you find something that you aren't interested in, you can always choose to ignore it and just go to wherever your destination originally was. This is also where the map's size helps, because it isn't just an arbitrary talking point. The vastness of the world gives the player more to see in the distance and want to explore.
    This game is truly a magical experience on a first playthrough. The presentation makes the game world beautiful, and the freedom it gives means you never have to do anything if you don't want to. That combined with the complete lack of knowledge you'll have on a blind playthrough makes that first experience amazing. You can wander around, not knowing where you're going, and what's different about this game is- that's fine. There's nowhere that you need to be, only wherever you want to be.    … Expand
  56. ZeldaOmega14
    Oct 15, 2022
    10
    Best game ever . Its a masterpiece in your hands with graphics like it 40 years in the future . The blend of ancient mithology and outstanding battling makes this a must have . i am 150 hours in the game with only 25% percent completion still playing to this day .
  57. miphamelody
    Oct 16, 2022
    10
    This game is one of the best for switch and a must-to-have. You can discover the map and find out new things about the history of Hyrule.
    If you find a sword or another stuff, you can fight with enemies on the over-world.
    The villages make the game more especially.
    Finally the game ends with a exciting fight with ganon.
    I love this game and I think it's the best I've ever played before.
  58. X1996
    Oct 17, 2022
    10
    Simply the best videogame I have ever played!

    The amount of details put into everything just make me appreciate it even further.

    Can't wait for the sequel!
  59. Rubenoso
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    Para mi el mejor juego de la historia, juego obligado si tienes nintendo switch, y si no tienes nintendo switch vale la pena comprar uno solo por este juego
  60. Kyuura
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    This is the best game for me , not about the story , but about the gameplay mechanic first time i play, i say this is it this game was i need, the openworld , the AI enemy , the features and many things , i'm too lazy for writing because so many things i want to says.
  61. Larnyjeaney
    Oct 26, 2022
    9
    Superbly balanced game, not too easy or too difficult, fantastic music and gameplay - only lacking in story. A must-play.
  62. angelarielnh22
    Oct 25, 2022
    10
    Amazing open world! Epic music, the best game ever, every single day I play feel like first time playing.
  63. Storch
    Oct 26, 2022
    10
    only a word..... AMAZING, i PLAYED THIS GAME FOR LIKE 2 YEARS, THE STORY IS GOOD THE PHISICS ARENT THE BEST BUT IS OKAY BECAUSE THIS SH*T IS AMAZIIIIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNNNNGGG
  64. baja_dan
    Oct 27, 2022
    10
    The best Zelda game of all time as of this writing. Nintendo proved that they could make a true open-world game and now they've set a standard that has influenced the gaming industry as a whole. The gameplay, the physics, the map and world, and the atmospheric music all tie the game together. Like its predecessors, Breath of the Wild achieved new heights for both the Zelda series andThe best Zelda game of all time as of this writing. Nintendo proved that they could make a true open-world game and now they've set a standard that has influenced the gaming industry as a whole. The gameplay, the physics, the map and world, and the atmospheric music all tie the game together. Like its predecessors, Breath of the Wild achieved new heights for both the Zelda series and Nintendo. I logged about 250 hours in my first playthrough and played it on the largest TV screen available, with the lights off to set the mood. Get lost in Hyrule.… Expand
  65. BloodShadow
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    Absolute Masterpiece, the artistic design is gorgeous, the gameplay is great, and the open world has so much to explore and to do.
    Thing like letting you go defeat Ganon from the very beginning of the game is such a cool addition that they didnt need to do, but all the little details like that makes this one of the best games ever created.
  66. Daripiki
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    Breath of The Wild es sin lugar a dudas, como mínimo, uno de los mejores juegos de la historia. Es un juego que da cientos de horas de contenido, yo llevo 165 y aun no me lo paso, eso es sin contar los DLC. Para cualquiera que quiera perderse y explorar uno de los mejores mundos abiertos de la historia este es el juego definitivo, permite una libertad y una forma de hacer lo que quierasBreath of The Wild es sin lugar a dudas, como mínimo, uno de los mejores juegos de la historia. Es un juego que da cientos de horas de contenido, yo llevo 165 y aun no me lo paso, eso es sin contar los DLC. Para cualquiera que quiera perderse y explorar uno de los mejores mundos abiertos de la historia este es el juego definitivo, permite una libertad y una forma de hacer lo que quieras sin comparación.… Expand
  67. SonOfSparda
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    I love how this game is so good, that triggerd sony and microsoft fanboys are just giving it a 1 so that the score will drop! Amazing game!

    ThE GAME is amazing

    Story is amazing with cutscenes that are epic. Soundtrack is very good also and will probably grow on everyone.
  68. Aqualonuss
    Nov 5, 2022
    10
    "Neue Openworld Maßstäbe, in schickem Gewand eines alten Franchise."

    Breath of the Wild ist eine technische Meiserleistung mit einer so unfassbar schönen Openworld, dass viele andere Spiele hiervon lernen könnten.
  69. aboesch
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    What makes this game so special is the sheer freedom, scope, and nonlinearity of gameplay. This is my favorite game ever. Do not read anything else (no guides or advice) because that will lessen the experience. Go play this now!
  70. SpeedW33d
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    This game was too good. I love how you can do anything you want. Is like most of the other The Legend of Zelda games.
  71. geraldoneto
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    The best game I've ever played! A world where not even the monsters scattered everywhere can spoil the wonderful landscapes that are breathtaking to behold, offers a unique journey for each player.
  72. israelcsm
    Nov 3, 2022
    10
    This is definitely the best game I've ever playing in my life. Amazing story. Great gameplay. A great variation of enemies. Great bosses. Difficulty in the right spot. I've played this for more than 220h so far. Can't wait for the sequel.
  73. Ganondorf11
    Nov 3, 2022
    10
    Great open world game! I went through the whole game and got an incredible unique experience! The game, of course, departed from the canons of the series, but, nevertheless, it is beautiful without that! The game will never get bored. A living world filled with everything possible! An unusual combat system is also present. An incredible game, I have not highlighted any disadvantages.
  74. LVB1002
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    Perfection, there isn’t too much to say just... Perfection!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  75. Hamza43
    Nov 7, 2022
    10
    This game is masterpiece, one of the games that I keep coming to, countless hours sunk into it , and I can't get enough of it, I keep discovering new things each time I start the game.
  76. Andez
    May 11, 2023
    9
    Este se trata de, posiblemente, el mejor mundo abierto de la historia.

    La exploración es lo que los jugadores QUEREMOS hacer en este juego, porque presenta un mundo interesante a la vez que lleno de lugares interesantes, personajes, mazmorras (los aquí llamados "Santuarios"), y cosas por hacer. La historia no es nada del otro mundo y en ocasiones puede confundir, a la vez que    Este se trata de, posiblemente, el mejor mundo abierto de la historia.

    La exploración es lo que los jugadores QUEREMOS hacer en este juego, porque presenta un mundo interesante a la vez que lleno de lugares interesantes, personajes, mazmorras (los aquí llamados "Santuarios"), y cosas por hacer.

    La historia no es nada del otro mundo y en ocasiones puede confundir, a la vez que decepcionar, sin embargo, es buena.

    Las habilidades que puede hacer Link son muy interesantes y permiten hacer cosas increíbles, pasando de derrotar enemigos a base de bombas, a recorrer el mapa entero usando un árbol, o descubrir algún cofre enterrado en la arena de alguna playa.

    A pesar de salir en WII U y Nintendo Switch, el juego se ve perfecto, y las caídas de FPS no son tan molestas como se espera.

    Sin duda, uno de los mejores juegos de la historia, y por muchos fans, el mejor.    … Expand
  77. Oliver213
    Nov 8, 2022
    10
    A great RPG designed to free your way of play. The storytelling is good but what makes it game of the year is the surprising ways of interaction among all game mechanisms, which are simple, precise and intuitive but when combined can free your imagination.
  78. yoda55777
    May 27, 2023
    10
    Esse jogo é incrível consegue trazer sensação de liberdade ao máximo mesmo não chegando Nei perto da aventura de tears of the King ainda sim é um um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos
  79. WebbKyle
    Dec 31, 2022
    10
    In short words. One of the best game´s ever made.
    I play a lot in all plataforms, and I played BOTW in the past with the WiiU. Now, I finally own my copy on the Nintendo Switch. 5 years has passed and I can truly say the same.
    A masterpiece.
  80. JugJohns
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This game got me through the entirety of the pandemic. I’ll never get to experience my first time playing breath of the wild again, and that makes me a little bit sad and really makes me wish to forget my memories of the game so that I can replay it again and become immersed once again. Everything about this game was done to perfection. The bone chilling music. The extremely huge openThis game got me through the entirety of the pandemic. I’ll never get to experience my first time playing breath of the wild again, and that makes me a little bit sad and really makes me wish to forget my memories of the game so that I can replay it again and become immersed once again. Everything about this game was done to perfection. The bone chilling music. The extremely huge open world. The side quests. The abilities. You can do SO MUCH in this game and there’s still new tech being involved today. This was my first Zelda game, but this game alone made me play through a lot of the other Zelda games, and sure enough I really liked those games a lot. But nothing, literally nothing, could hold a candle to breath of the wild. With that being said, I absolutely cannot wait for the sequel.… Expand
  81. Bkillinm
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    I don’t think I have to say much, there aren’t many games that compare, game and scope are next level.
  82. Anthony1319
    May 7, 2023
    10
    El mejor juego de su generación no me cabe duda y a nadie le puede quedar aquí vemos que los gráficos no son importantes se ve que muchos que le han dado cero son haters sonyers que no valoran un juego si no es un peli juego
  83. Screenhero
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    A truly phenomenal game that makes it fun to continue exploring. The DLC offers options for greater challenges for those that need it.
  84. Zeik
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    This is the best game ever existed, the music, the open world, the characters, the mechanics, this is so much enjoyable that I could spend infinite hours playing it. There would never be such good game as this is. Nintendo did a good job
  85. Sterrewiggelary
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    An incredibly innovative game that has redefined how open world video games are presented.
  86. Cooky85
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Best Zelda ever, brought it on the switch release and it was a joy from the 1st second to the last. Bring on the sequel
  87. BoundlessSurge
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever made.
    This title truly ensured that the Nintendo Switch would succeed as a incredibly popular console that will probably be remembered forever as an amazing, groundbreaking console.
  88. WeirdlyworthIt
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    I can't say anything that hasn't already been said about this game so...
    10/10
    Best game ever. Fight me on that!
  89. Sephiroth_7_7
    Jun 24, 2023
    8
    the game is beautiful and brings a lot of fresh ideas to the table espescially regarding exploration. Although I cant say that this game is a masterpiece I will say that it is a good game indeed.
  90. Vidril
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    In my top 5 games I've ever played.
    An outright groundbreaking title that stands in league with the Greatest Games Of All Time.
  91. Simular_Sound
    May 11, 2023
    10
    This is just a great game, there is not much more to say. Where other open worlds are linear and do not let you explore as much, BOTW says go ahead and play through the game at your pace. The first game to really say see that place, you can go there. That's what this game is about, doing what you want, how you want, and that's what makes it so unique, the whole open world is so polished,This is just a great game, there is not much more to say. Where other open worlds are linear and do not let you explore as much, BOTW says go ahead and play through the game at your pace. The first game to really say see that place, you can go there. That's what this game is about, doing what you want, how you want, and that's what makes it so unique, the whole open world is so polished, you will come back to this game, and still find new things it's amazing.… Expand
  92. Skuty
    Jun 22, 2023
    10
    Greatest game of all time. This is what a game is, not a movie where you click buttons during a cinematic, not a glitchy mess where the immersion is ruined, no game breaking bugs. Ultimate freedom. If you have a switch and haven't played this game yet... What is wrong with you?
  93. Andrerj
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    É um dos meus jogos favoritos de todos os tempo, meu primeiro contato com a franquia Zelda, sensacional, maravilhoso.
  94. TommyS13
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    Bestes Spiel das ich je gespielt habe und noch spiele. Mein erstes Zelda. Mega!
  95. HazeAbysmal
    May 12, 2023
    10
    The Legend of Zelda, Breath of the Wild is my favorite game of all time, and that's coming from a non-zelda fan! The game is so much fun to explore, and I have so many memories with this beautiful game. 10/10, I can't wait for tears of the kingdom!
  96. Taras84
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    True masterpiece. I was never fun of this kind of game, but you are addicted to Zelda(with DLC) after the first couple of hours.
  97. AlexMakesToast
    Dec 11, 2022
    8
    Breath of the Wild = 8/10
    .................................................
  98. Alex12345o
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    El juego es increíble, lo único que le pediría sería que integrarán templos.
  99. Acodi
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    The Legend of Zelda Breath Of The Wild is an absolutely masterpiece that has revolutionised the open world games. It's art design is a 10/10, the soundtrack is a 10/10, the game mechanics and the possibilities that the game offers to interact with the world are amazing, also thanks to excellent physics that it has. The story is original by the way you experience it, and brings a lot ofThe Legend of Zelda Breath Of The Wild is an absolutely masterpiece that has revolutionised the open world games. It's art design is a 10/10, the soundtrack is a 10/10, the game mechanics and the possibilities that the game offers to interact with the world are amazing, also thanks to excellent physics that it has. The story is original by the way you experience it, and brings a lot of emotions. This is a game that everybody who likes video games must play. Possibly the best video game of all time.… Expand
  100. ZYMROD
    Jan 22, 2023
    8
    Es un gran juego de mundo abierto e inmersivo en su ambientación. Pero carece de lo que hace un buen Zelda , con mazmorras mas bien genéricas que solo se usan para justificar uso habilidades, historia bastante irrelevante que es mejor explicada en libros o teorías de fans y personajes planos que pasan a convertirse en una anécdota tras el termino de su misión.

    En si, el juego es una    Es un gran juego de mundo abierto e inmersivo en su ambientación. Pero carece de lo que hace un buen Zelda , con mazmorras mas bien genéricas que solo se usan para justificar uso habilidades, historia bastante irrelevante que es mejor explicada en libros o teorías de fans y personajes planos que pasan a convertirse en una anécdota tras el termino de su misión.

    En si, el juego es una verdadera revolucion en mecánicas, uso de físicas, mundo abierto inmersivo, ambientación preciosa pese a limitaciones de hardware.

    Resumiendo, es un juego al cual debes entrar sin expectativas, mentalizarte que no es un Zelda en lo narrativo y disfrutar de un agradable paseo por Hyrule.    … Expand
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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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