The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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  1. Russianboy
    Dec 13, 2017
    10
    This game is greate ! There’s so much to do and so much to see ! I love to hunt ,to fight,to buy and upgrade my stuff ! In handheld Zelda doesn’t lag ! Now I’m in the Moscow and I love to play this game on hard or normal mod ! Unlike oot I love dungeons ( shrines) they are hard but there aren’t any backtracking! Only disappointment is ending and final boss if you complete divene beasts .
  2. Xx-Zero-xX
    Dec 14, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor juego del universo no se porque no les gustan unas mecánicas es tonto bajarle tanto a un juego solo por las mecánicas como que se rompen las armas por favor eso esta hecho apropósito para hacer el juego mas desafiante para los que se quejen acepten el hecho de que tampoco van a hacer un juego tan facil por la razon de que si no al usuario no le durara mucho el juego piensen esto un juego en el que sea demasiado facil hacer todo habra un punto en que nos aburriremos y los retos como esos son para hacernos mejor en este caso reflejos,estrategia y pensar bien que vamos a hacer zelda te ganas esto y muchisimo mas ( ∞ ) lamentable no me deja ponerte mas puntuacion.

    Valla los fans de Sony atacaron este juego porque sera... a ya se porque se sienten amenazados por la grandeza de este juego    … Expand
  3. e99y
    May 8, 2018
    10
    The best Zelda-Link game. Enjoy hundred of hours just exploring the atmospheric world... just brilliant.
  4. IIIAHMIII
    Jul 11, 2019
    10
    Ive been playing for 2 years straight and this guys and lovely lady's is a masterpiece. Ive switched half game to master mode and its really challinging and i love every minute of it. You can do so much and this is for me after the ocarina of time the real open world expiecerence. No game comes close. The witcher 3 was a piece of **** wanna be game based of zelda and this is the king andIve been playing for 2 years straight and this guys and lovely lady's is a masterpiece. Ive switched half game to master mode and its really challinging and i love every minute of it. You can do so much and this is for me after the ocarina of time the real open world expiecerence. No game comes close. The witcher 3 was a piece of **** wanna be game based of zelda and this is the king and the only king of this genre. God bless nintendo for such a wonderfull game and i cant wait for the sequal.… Expand
  5. GottaGoDex
    Dec 17, 2017
    10
    As much as Half Life revolutionized shooters, as much as Mario 64 influenced 3D platformers, that much this game has changed open world (action) RPGs forever.

    The freedom and level of detail is out of this world.
    This is how you make an open world game.
  6. marioespinoza22
    Dec 18, 2017
    10
    Sin duda uno de los mejores juegos quizás de la ultima década, un apartado gráfico muy bueno complementado con una jugabilidad innovadora, la libertad e interacción del personaje es de lo más sobresaliente, la interacción con el entorno influye mucho en la experiencia y avance del juego.
  7. animus27
    Dec 18, 2017
    10
    Sinceramente no se porque las notas tan bajas a tan buen juego, la verdad me he divertido mucho con el y no he necesitado los mejores graficos o micropagos como tienen muchos otros juegos que he visto han alcanzado un 98 en esta pagina, recordemos señores que la potencia no es lo principal, si lo que es la jugabilidad o la historia que se busca enseñar a los demás es mala, tomemos deSinceramente no se porque las notas tan bajas a tan buen juego, la verdad me he divertido mucho con el y no he necesitado los mejores graficos o micropagos como tienen muchos otros juegos que he visto han alcanzado un 98 en esta pagina, recordemos señores que la potencia no es lo principal, si lo que es la jugabilidad o la historia que se busca enseñar a los demás es mala, tomemos de ejemplo battlefront 2 y la polemica de EA, no soy un fanboy de Nintendo, he tenido consolas de todas las marcas pero unámonos para disfrutar de este medio… Expand
  8. salanzxd
    Dec 19, 2017
    10
    el mejor juego por mucho del 2017, la combinación de mundo abierto con el universo de zelda fue un resultado excelente, esta entre los mejores en hora buena nintend.
  9. isalanzxd
    Dec 19, 2017
    10
    el mejor juego por mucho del 2017, la combinación de mundo abierto con el universo de zelda fue un resultado excelente, esta entre los mejores en hora buena nintendo
  10. newsuperman2025
    Dec 19, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild was fun, not only that, but the Weapon Durability made the game a little bit of a resource management. Sure it stinks when you lose one via durability meter not being present, but you can easily get a new weapon. In fact the best part is that Link may not have his classic green Tunic, but you can get other tunics from other versions of Link. OoT, TP, SS, WW, ALbW, EvenBreath of the Wild was fun, not only that, but the Weapon Durability made the game a little bit of a resource management. Sure it stinks when you lose one via durability meter not being present, but you can easily get a new weapon. In fact the best part is that Link may not have his classic green Tunic, but you can get other tunics from other versions of Link. OoT, TP, SS, WW, ALbW, Even weapons from that era, The Biggoron Sword, The Sword of the Sages, The Twilight Bow, and The Goddess Sword, Weird, I thought that was the Master Sword. The places you go to are amazing, The entirety of this game is amazing, the Graphics are eye crembrulet and the place is so OPEN! you can pretty much do anything in any particular order, and it's amazing, Climb a Mountain, Defeat Ganon, Play the game at your leisure! There are 120 Shrines in the game, and 900 Korok Seeds, you can get a bunch of armor from shops, and even get a Warm Doublet after beating the entire Great Plateau. If my review isn't enough to convince you, Buy this game,and play it for yourself!… Expand
  11. zulucrit
    Dec 22, 2017
    10
    Best game ever. No hyperbole, just facts. Everything about this game is designed to keep you engrossed in its world.
  12. xyliss
    Dec 20, 2017
    10
    Incredible game and revolutionary for the Zelda franchise. Don't listen to anyone who gives this game less than a 9 or 10. Already and more so over time, BOTW will be regarded as a game-changer for not just the Switch, but for all gaming in general. It is worth every penny of your hard-earned-whats-left-after-taxes money. Campaigning around this newly expanded and lush Hyrule, it'llIncredible game and revolutionary for the Zelda franchise. Don't listen to anyone who gives this game less than a 9 or 10. Already and more so over time, BOTW will be regarded as a game-changer for not just the Switch, but for all gaming in general. It is worth every penny of your hard-earned-whats-left-after-taxes money. Campaigning around this newly expanded and lush Hyrule, it'll provide hundreds of hours of fun, frustration, achievement and replay ability. If you haven't played it yet, you should consider picking it up soon. Cheers.… Expand
  13. Smokewolf89
    Dec 21, 2017
    10
    Just Perfect!

    Thank you Nintendo!

    This game contains all Nintendo capability in development "fantasy"

    Suggested for all players (stop with console wars, please!)
  14. mikeisright3
    Mar 9, 2018
    10
    Dear God. This game is simply one pf the best ever. I have no idea how to explain how good this game is. But it's good.
  15. PacoRB
    Dec 21, 2017
    10
    He sido fan de la saga zelda desde siempre, y puedo reconocer que the lengend of zelda breath of the wild es el mejor juego de la saga, el apartado gráfico de este juego es increíble, la jugabilidad no tiene precedentes, la saga volvió a sus orígenes reinventando el concepto de mundo abierto justo como lo hizo el primer zelda; jugar este título fue una experiencia única y espero que seHe sido fan de la saga zelda desde siempre, y puedo reconocer que the lengend of zelda breath of the wild es el mejor juego de la saga, el apartado gráfico de este juego es increíble, la jugabilidad no tiene precedentes, la saga volvió a sus orígenes reinventando el concepto de mundo abierto justo como lo hizo el primer zelda; jugar este título fue una experiencia única y espero que se repita en posteriores entregas de la saga. Una maravilla en todos sus apartados.… Expand
  16. jdawg191
    Nov 25, 2018
    10
    This is simply the best console game ever made. I played the original Zelda as a child, so I had high expectations for the series. I bought the Nintendo switch because of this game and I was not disappointed. With a massive open world, day night and weather mechanics, beautiful and amazing graphics, and numerous cut-scenes that even include a hidden ending, this game sets an entirely newThis is simply the best console game ever made. I played the original Zelda as a child, so I had high expectations for the series. I bought the Nintendo switch because of this game and I was not disappointed. With a massive open world, day night and weather mechanics, beautiful and amazing graphics, and numerous cut-scenes that even include a hidden ending, this game sets an entirely new standard for others to follow.… Expand
  17. darkhedgehog32
    Dec 25, 2017
    10
    Awesome game with a huge open world in which you have too much to explore (I'm playing since July and still didn't reach 100%), good physics and mechanics. The only thing which dissapoints me a little is a lack of big thematic dungeons which became traditional for the franchise since A Link to the Past.
  18. DkMarcusDk
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This game, Its so alive and so beatiful. A million diffirent ways to do things and being creative is greatly rewarded. Feels like a dream having a game like this portable. Bought a switch for mario odyssey, stayed for botw. JUST PLAY THE GAME GOD DAMN IT
  19. GoodCat
    May 19, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Increíble es la palabra que puedo utilizar para definir este juego una reinvención total de la saga pero sin perder esa esencia que hacia tan especial los primeros títulos, con un apartado grafico muy bien logrado con físicas y mecánicas que muy pocas veces o casi nunca se ven, dándote la libertad de llevar la historia a tu gusto y a tu ritmo puedes ir a terminar el juego de manera directa y tardarte unas 10, 20 horas o puedes ir despacio explorar todas las zonas de su inmenso mapa y gastarte mas de 100, 200 o hasta 300 horas de juego todo depende de ti, una compra obligada para tu Nintendo Switch.… Expand
  20. KoolWhip64
    Dec 29, 2017
    10
    This game is just incredible. Absolutely mind-blowing. By far the greatest Zelda game, and that's not easy to do. In fact, in my personal opinion, it's the best video game ever. By now, you've probably read a few reviews, and I'll bet you're aware of most of the things that make this game such a masterpiece (freedom of exploration, physics engine, content, cooking, attention to detail inThis game is just incredible. Absolutely mind-blowing. By far the greatest Zelda game, and that's not easy to do. In fact, in my personal opinion, it's the best video game ever. By now, you've probably read a few reviews, and I'll bet you're aware of most of the things that make this game such a masterpiece (freedom of exploration, physics engine, content, cooking, attention to detail in how the world works, ect. If you're not aware of these things, I suggest you read IGN's review). So, since there is a 5000 character limit, In this review, I am going to talk about the points brought up against this game. There are some mixed and even negative reviews here, so I'll discuss their points.

    Weapon durability: Any negative review for this game will almost certainly bring up the weapon durability system. In this game, weapons can break. This is not a new concept, Minecraft is probably the most popular example of weapons breaking in a video game. The main difference between games like Minecraft and Breath of the Wild is how long a weapon will last. In Breath of the Wild, weapons break very quickly. You'll be going through weapons all the time. While in some cases it is realistic, like the fact that a tree branch will break in about 3 strikes, most of the time, weapons break much faster than you would think. A shiny new metal sword will only last you a few minutes in combat. Is this a bad thing though? Absolutely not. You see, the point of this game is exploration. The main point is to explore, and the game rewards you for doing so. One of the possible rewards is weapons. Obviously, there is a limit to the amount of weapons you can carry, even as it is, you can carry an unrealistic amount of weapons, as with most games. So, if the weapons were to last a long time, your inventory would quickly fill up with great weapons, taking away much satisfaction that you would have received for completing tasks or exploring. If you're constantly full on weapons, there would be no reward for many tasks. The game would become incredibly dull. The idea of the weapon durability system is to keep things interesting. Instead of having some cool sword and taking out an enemy camp with it, you might have a club from the last monster you killed, and you use it to take out the scout, then you may pick up his bow and shoot it at someone, then pick up their weapon and throw it at someone else, then switch to your cool sword, which will break as finish off the last guy, and then you are rewarded with a new cool weapon in a chest, along with all your enemies' weapons. This game's weapon durability system is different because this game is different. It fits the game perfectly. It causes you to think, explore, and get satisfaction from the many tasks you will do. There is nothing wrong with it, and if it were to be any other way, it would hurt the game overall. Yes, it is sad when your favorite sword breaks, but people don't realize the implications it would have on the game if things were the way they think they should be.

    Story: Yes, sure, this isn't as major or emotional of a story-wise as some games out there. I think most people complaining about this game's story probably play a lot of JRPG's (Japanese Role-Playing Games), which are always heavy on story. To them, this game probably looks a bit like a JRPG, but it is not. It is an action-adventure open world game. The story probably could've been a bit better, but it is great as it is. It's not your average story. It is about some unknown dude who has lost all his memories, and wakes up in a post-apocalyptic world. You set off on your adventure, and slowly discover, not a story that is currently happening, but one that happened in your past, which you cannot remember. It is a pretty sad story actually. The point of the game is to discover that story at your own pace, then, at the end, resolve it, and repair the damage done to the world. That is all I will say, for fear of spoiling it.

    "Barren World": Give me a break! Please! Trust me, if you see that in a review, just know that that person has certainly either not played the game, or played it in such a way in which they absolutely ignored and missed everything (which the game will totally let you do, due to the freedom given you, you are not forced to do anything). Look online for IGN's interactive Hyrule map for this game, click "marker categories", then "all". It will show you every notable thing there is in the world. That is all that is needed to refute this ridiculous argument.

    Music: I find it humorous that anyone could say that this game lacks good music. For most of the game, there are ambient piano melodies and environmental sounds, which suits the game perfectly, and makes it so relaxing and mesmerizing. However, there is no lack of great musical pieces, go check them out online for yourself.

    So, why on earth are there so many people bashing these things about this game? One word: Trolls.    … Expand
  21. SillySeaMonkey
    Feb 12, 2023
    10
    Love this game. Big zelda fan from the time of SNES. This is my dream zelda game. 10/10
  22. Jorgesoman
    Dec 31, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. TLOZ: Breath of the Wild es, en primera estancia, un juego precioso. El primer plano del exterior nos muestra un mundo cuidado, con mucha vida en él. A lo largo del juego vemos seres de todo tipo, desde pequeños roedores inofensivos hasta monstruos tremendamente hostiles. Las civilizaciones dejan ver sus culturas, su arquitectura y su historia sin resultar pedante o sin que sature al jugador medio. Te gusta pasear por ese mundo, ir con calma por sus distintos ecosistemas. Precioso.
    La jugabilidad del juego se apoya en tres pilares fundamentales:
    El ritmo calmado del juego debido a las distancias y a la cantidad de cosas por hacer.
    La adaptación de Link a las situaciones y diversas etapas del juego.
    La exploración del medio como fin en sí mismo.
    Estos tres factores explican el reparto de santuario por todo el mapa, que se descubren a través de exploración. Estos dan recompensas de muchos tipos, así como vida, estamina o equipación. Con estas mejoras, se te permite una mejor exploración, encontrando más santuarios y etcétera. Estas armas son volátiles, es decir, se rompen eventualmente. Por lo tanto, esta situación provoca dos de estos pilares:
    Saber escoger el arma en cada momento para su mayor durabilidad (adaptación).
    Al romper las armas necesitas buscar otras por el mapa (exploración).
    Esta dinámica del juego es simplemente perfecta, ya que unas acciones provocan otras necesidades, y que impulsan a su vez otras acciones. Es, sin más, un círculo perfecto.
    La narrativa es la parte más floja del juego, pero sólida al mismo tiempo. Breath of the Wild presenta a un protagonista sin recuerdos de su otra vida, que va encontrando por Hyrule, volviendo al pilar de la exploración. A medida que encuentra fragmentos de su memoria, la historia se nos va revelando. Y entonces, vemos claramente que el juego trata de Zelda y no de Link. En este juego, Zelda es un personaje muy bien desarrollado, a través del punto de vista de nuestro avatar, de nosotros. Se presenta como una persona insegura, a la sombra de un héroe capaz de todo. Ella, la supuesta elegida, no puede parar a Ganon. Es una decepción y una vergüenza para su padre y para todo el reino. Pero ella está luchando desde hace cien años y Link fue derrotado. Quizás hubiese estado mejor que la historia sucediese a tiempo real y no en un flashback. Pero no está del todo mal. Le permite a los jugadores que quieran jugar hacerlo sin preámbulos.
    En deifinitiva, estamos ante uno de los mejores juegos del año, técnicamente impecable, con una jugabilidad, aunque no innovadora, sí fresca para la saga, con un mapa basado en la exploración sin límites. Y una historia aceptable para no dedicar sus esfuerzos en ella.    … Expand
  23. JoelGro
    Jun 2, 2018
    10
    Es un juegazo, es hermoso el arte, la musica, la historia, las mecanicas de juego, es uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado, como todo buen zelda lo es
  24. DiegoGamerX
    Jan 3, 2018
    10
    SUPER JUEGAZO. Es uno de los mejores zeldas, se pelea super parejo con Ocarina of time pero lo importante es si es bueno o no, y si, es super bueno
  25. Shadlee
    Mar 4, 2021
    10
    a game that defines that Graphics and next gen don't matter as long as there's structure. This game is the perfect example. Go play it.
  26. Adubis27
    Mar 19, 2018
    10
    This game is so unbelievably good! I just made a Metacritic account and I decided that this was the first game I had to praise, it's nearly flawless. Well deserved GOTY award. 100/100
  27. Samuel6710
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    Do I even need to explain why 10/10? This game...is ridiculously good. The immersion is just mind blowing, even though that was the goal for most Zelda games, and being on the go? Nintendo is perfecting their work once again. One of the problems I have with the game is the controls are somewhat slippery. I couldn't move to easily some of the time and it was quite annoying, but I moved pastDo I even need to explain why 10/10? This game...is ridiculously good. The immersion is just mind blowing, even though that was the goal for most Zelda games, and being on the go? Nintendo is perfecting their work once again. One of the problems I have with the game is the controls are somewhat slippery. I couldn't move to easily some of the time and it was quite annoying, but I moved past that. The game is just...MIND BLOWING! The Z-targeting feature is smooth and perfected, the world is so rich in content, the dungeons while few, are incredibly designed, the atmospheric music is crisp and beautiful, the runes are extremely fun to mess around with, the physics are amazingly made, and the game in itself feels...like 98.5% perfect! If you want a switch or a WiiU, than you most likely want The Legend of Zelda, Breath of the Wild.… Expand
  28. MarioLuigi0404
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    Wonderful game. Very good graphics, if you enjoy the cell-shaded look. Full of content, maybe a bit much. (900 korok seeds) Great story, and excellent gameplay. Amazing soundtrack, but it should have had more songs from previous Zelda games. If you ever find yourself bored, you can try fighting a Lionel or Hinox just for fun. The DLC adds even more content, and is a very fun challenge ifWonderful game. Very good graphics, if you enjoy the cell-shaded look. Full of content, maybe a bit much. (900 korok seeds) Great story, and excellent gameplay. Amazing soundtrack, but it should have had more songs from previous Zelda games. If you ever find yourself bored, you can try fighting a Lionel or Hinox just for fun. The DLC adds even more content, and is a very fun challenge if you are up for it.… Expand
  29. RandomGuy102
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    This was one of the few games this year that made me enjoy gaming. The game offers so many things to do. I played for over 150 hours and enjoyed every bit of it. This game alone is worth getting a switch for imo.
  30. lpagno
    Jan 11, 2018
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played.
    The open-world is enormous, there are tons of side quests, world's design is fantastic and gameplay is perfect.
  31. EdgarEM
    Jan 14, 2018
    10
    Una experiencia de totalmente unica donde te adentras a investigar cada parte de este bastisimo mundo en el cual la historia contada es excelente y muy bien establecida, lo suficiente para sentirte identificado con alguno de os tantos personajes. El apartado grafico es una maravilla tomando en cuenta la potencia de la consola y lo que esta ha logrado hacer, su banda sonora es envolvente yUna experiencia de totalmente unica donde te adentras a investigar cada parte de este bastisimo mundo en el cual la historia contada es excelente y muy bien establecida, lo suficiente para sentirte identificado con alguno de os tantos personajes. El apartado grafico es una maravilla tomando en cuenta la potencia de la consola y lo que esta ha logrado hacer, su banda sonora es envolvente y sin duda algo que muchos suelen pasar por alto son las fisicas, este juego cuenta con unas de las mejores fisicas que podemos encontrar en juegos de esta generacion y que nos podria tomar horas de entretenimientos solamente jugando con ellas y descubriendolas. Este juego es sin duda una de las principales razones o quiza la principal por la que puedes adquirir una Nintendo Switch sin olvidar que tambien puedes disfrutarlo en la Nintendo Wii U, donde la experiencia es igual de disfrutable pero sin la portabilidad.… Expand
  32. Beaubro8
    Jan 14, 2018
    10
    I got this game on launch day and i recently finished it 100% and I loved every second. While the DLC was slightly underwhelming, I still found them hard. All of the Devine Beasts, Shrines, and Koroks felt unique and well hidden/put together. I don't want to give any spoilers away, but if you've ever played a game and enjoyed it Breath of the Wild is so worth picking up.
  33. memelord1234567
    Jan 14, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. best gamer ever. the graphics are amazing, best overworld ever, story is awsome, some of the things like durability is not that much of a worry once you get the master sword, and the stamina bar might be a problem for some people but there is a glich to get infinite or run infinitely or you can get more with spirit orbs.… Expand
  34. GameCompleters
    Jan 14, 2018
    10
    One of the top 3 games I have ever played in my life. Everything about this game is great, the Divine beasts and Shrines are some of the best parts. The 4 Divine Beasts can be beaten in any order and are so much fun, these challenges can be hard if you do not have good enough weapons.

    Shrines are orange glowing cave kind of things which are different inside every time. There are many    One of the top 3 games I have ever played in my life. Everything about this game is great, the Divine beasts and Shrines are some of the best parts. The 4 Divine Beasts can be beaten in any order and are so much fun, these challenges can be hard if you do not have good enough weapons.

    Shrines are orange glowing cave kind of things which are different inside every time. There are many over the beautiful open-world. Shrines have very fun and sometimes challenging puzzles inside which 2 Minutes to 20 minutes to complete. Every Shrine you complete gives you a point (which i forgot what there called) and when you get 4 can turn it into another health heart or turn into more stamina.

    This game looks great on the Nintendo Switch both Docked and Handheld.
    I highly recommend this game to anyone and is worth buying the Nintendo Switch just for this game. After playing this game and writing this review i can think of nothing which is bad about this incredible game. This game deserves 10/10    … Expand
  35. Abelardo78
    Feb 5, 2018
    10
    El mejor juego de la nintendo switch, del 2017, y de la década por siempre quedara en el altar de los mejores juegos de la historia
  36. ttoraddora
    Jan 17, 2018
    10
    With past successes like Link to the Past, Ocarina of Time and Wind Waker I thought no way could they make a new game in the Zelda series to top those. Boy, was I wrong! This game turned the series on its head and reinvented the whole formula and I couldn't be happier! This game is perfection.
  37. danathayde
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    Greatest video game of all time. It`s that simple.

    The sense of discovery, exploration, freedom, is not matched by any other game. The first and only true open world of the decade, where every corner holds it`s secrets. Where the player`s curiosity is the only thing the game make use to get you to interesting places (not points of interest on the map, like any other open world games).    Greatest video game of all time. It`s that simple.

    The sense of discovery, exploration, freedom, is not matched by any other game. The first and only true open world of the decade, where every corner holds it`s secrets. Where the player`s curiosity is the only thing the game make use to get you to interesting places (not points of interest on the map, like any other open world games). It`s a true masterpiece, and a lesson to the industry.    … Expand
  38. Lucasfal
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing,great gameplay,art style,combat.Only downside is the story,the story is decent at best
  39. TheInfernoSuper
    Jan 22, 2018
    10
    I haven't played any other Zelda games before, but I can say that this is definitely one of the best Zelda Game ever made, it is different from all of the other Zelda games I've seen and caught my eye the second I heard about it. MUST BUY. MUST PLAY.
  40. bear00766
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The best video game since 1997. the best open world, fun puzzles. the history is very good
  41. DatoReviews
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    I have played every single zelda game and this one has to be one of the best if not even THE best!
    This pure mastierpiece is simply magical. Please buy it right now if you own a Wii U or a switch.
  42. iPuuhapete
    Jan 29, 2018
    10
    I have never played a Zelda game before. I didn't like the concept of Zelda games. After much hype I wanted to try this one out and I almost quit playing after an hour or two of gameplay. I'm glad I didn't. After an hour or so more I was hooked and had to play more than 50 hours.
    One of the best games I have played.
    I highly recommend this game even to people who haven't been into Zelda    I have never played a Zelda game before. I didn't like the concept of Zelda games. After much hype I wanted to try this one out and I almost quit playing after an hour or two of gameplay. I'm glad I didn't. After an hour or so more I was hooked and had to play more than 50 hours.
    One of the best games I have played.
    I highly recommend this game even to people who haven't been into Zelda games before.    … Expand
  43. Juachofu
    Jan 28, 2018
    10
    I love the graphics and the details in the game. Look around and you will see Goblins chasing around deers and boors. I also like how you can use special skills using items in the Sheikah stone.
  44. Daevio
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece. It was the first game I have played on the Nintendo Switch. Can't wait for the sequel!
  45. Superbrains
    Jan 30, 2018
    10
    This is the best game I’ve ever played in my life. I would buy 2 switches just to play this game. Great story, not much of a soundtrack but the songs it does have are all good. The divine beasts feel just like a regular zelda dungeon. But the best thing about this game is it’s vast open world. I’m a huge fan of open world games and this one is the best without a doubt. This game is worthThis is the best game I’ve ever played in my life. I would buy 2 switches just to play this game. Great story, not much of a soundtrack but the songs it does have are all good. The divine beasts feel just like a regular zelda dungeon. But the best thing about this game is it’s vast open world. I’m a huge fan of open world games and this one is the best without a doubt. This game is worth buying a switch for on its own for. If I had to choose one game to play for the rest of eternity it would be this one. This is Nintendo’s finest work.… Expand
  46. WellTaco
    Mar 2, 2018
    10
    This game is the greatest game on the switch this the best game in the series it deserve a 10 out of 10 it deserves best game of 2017 if you have a switch then buy this game.
  47. Ocarina_Crews
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece, open-world done right and playing it is just a fun thing to do. BoTW treats the series in a very different way, yet it has high enough quality it can be argued to be the best Zelda ever made. It sure is a true contender for it.
  48. RavenWraith
    May 12, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. I can’t believe how many hours I’ve put into playing. It’s one of the best games I’ve ever played and attempting to compare it to my other favorites would not do it justice.
  49. 454leefryblend
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    If you wanna pick a Switch, the first game you'll need to have is this one: fun, fresh and makes you want to keep playing non-stop
  50. UchihaBawb
    Feb 22, 2018
    10
    A game to get lost in. A world so deep in life and character that it has you thinking, will anything ever top this?
    I'm 32, coming 33 this year and I often look back over games I've played, especially from my childhood and a few stunners crop to mind; Shadow of the Colossus (when it first released); Zelda Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask too; Final Fantasy 7 and 9 and also Half Life 2 to    A game to get lost in. A world so deep in life and character that it has you thinking, will anything ever top this?
    I'm 32, coming 33 this year and I often look back over games I've played, especially from my childhood and a few stunners crop to mind; Shadow of the Colossus (when it first released); Zelda Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask too; Final Fantasy 7 and 9 and also Half Life 2 to name a few. When thinking about these games, I tend to wonder if anything will come out that will match the enjoyment and memories those games gave me. I was probably one of a minority that do not want a Half Life 3 release because, although it would likely fit the story, will it ever live up to my expectation? My thoughts on this have changed after playing Breath of the Wild.
    Now Nintendo and Valve are two very different companies, that's for sure however Nintendo have now set the bar on revisiting a title and bringing it to the new generation (see Super Mario Odyssey); with Breath of the Wild they pretty much give the player full control over how events occur and take place in the world of Hyrule, until a Blood Moon rises (more on this later).
    The mechanics of the game are outstanding and made simple that your casual gamer can jump in and out of the game and boss it without the need for 20 minutes or more to ease themselves back in.
    Crafting is not a big part of this game; you won't be required to make up swords, shields, armour or bows however you will have to eat. In comes the foraging aspect of the game and this is handled so well and appears like minor achievements throughout that you find yourself continually on the hunt for more ingredients or animals to make some exotic recipes to be rewarded with a happy little tune when you create a handy meal.
    I've played many an open world game and one thing I could never understand as I worked my way through the game was, when returning to an area, why were the NPCs I previously killed, back again? Breath of the Wild covers this with the very clever Blood Moon. Basically, every so often, a moon powered by Ganon will rise and with it so will all of the baddies you once slain, back t seek revenge.
    I'm finding it difficult to sum up how great and how much I recommend this game. I did not want it to end! I actually went around and found all the shrines and completed all the side quests before even considering riding off towards the castle (Zelda had already waited 100 years for Link to appear once more, what damage would a few more weeks do? I thought). The side quests are a joy and cover a wide range of duties e.g. helping fix a marriage on the brink due to the husbands fascination for chickens (yes, Zelda fans, they're back); playing golf with a Goron; hunting giant horses and probably my favourite which was helping Hudson build a town and then fill it with a community.
    So it's been 20 years since ocarina of time and I still think about it and look back fondly and I know for sure that this game will and has left the same lasting impression. Now to download the DLC!

    Go on, buy it, you won't regret it. If it makes you feel better, I had this for the Wii U before buying my Switch and therefore bought a second copy of it and started it over again. Did not regret that decision as I still feel I got more than what I paid for it.    … Expand
  51. The_Gaming_Guy
    Feb 10, 2018
    10
    First off this game is great extremely fun with many secrets Easter eggs and lots of just game play it very fun I've clocked in about 150 hours and i'm still finding many new things every single day
  52. Sebascr12
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    This game, is solid. Yeah one of the biggest problem for my is the final boss is nothing especial but the journey is good.
    The art style is spectacular and the word is deep and very rich in exploration and combat system have a nice mechanics.
    This game is the revival of Nintendo
  53. Wencly
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    I never spent so much time with one game than I did with BotW. Ended the story and still had about 33% of the whole game done. Unfortunately, I didn't manage to complete it 100%, but so much content is just impressive.
  54. SennaTheSenna
    Feb 14, 2018
    10
    To get straight to the point, Breath of the Wild is probably the best game yet. Sure, it's not perfect. but good enough to give it a solid 10/10!

    Zelda games have most of the time a lot of freedom, but BOTW is the true definition of an open-world game. You start of at the great plateau, where you'll learn the basics of the game, such as the combat system (which is really good in my    To get straight to the point, Breath of the Wild is probably the best game yet. Sure, it's not perfect. but good enough to give it a solid 10/10!

    Zelda games have most of the time a lot of freedom, but BOTW is the true definition of an open-world game. You start of at the great plateau, where you'll learn the basics of the game, such as the combat system (which is really good in my opinion) and shrines. In the four shrines on the great plateau you'll find runes that will help you a lot in your quest. The great plateau is kind of linear, but after that the freedom is all yours. If you want you could just skip the entire story and go face the final boss right away. I recommend following the story though.

    I see a lot of people complaining about the empty world. I actually don't see a problem with that. To me it looks kind of realistic and stunning to look at. The only real problem I have with this game is the lack of music. I know, it fits with the open-world theme but I want some music that I'll still remember when I'm old. Luckily this game still has some great themes, such as the mini-bosses and villages.

    One thing I truly love about this game is that it has so much styles. First of all it's an open-world game of course, but it also has great combat, confusing puzzles, sexeh waifus and fun mini-games. You may not like all of them but BOTW sure is a game everyone can enjoy!

    Overall, Breath of the Wild is an almost perfect game and definitely way better than that freaking 97 it has now. THE must have for the Nintendo Switch!    … Expand
  55. LeoChima
    Feb 18, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing, I've played the game for about 80 hours and have just completed 23% of the game (I may just be really slow). The graphics are amazing, the amount of hours you can put in to it is just amazing and the story is incredible.
  56. DeadYoshi
    Feb 19, 2018
    10
    This game is absolutely fantastic. The world is beautiful, vast, and filled with content. The game is a lot of fun and the DLC is definitely worth the price if you are looking for more content.
  57. rjb86
    Oct 13, 2019
    10
    La sensación de libertad está fenomenal, una dificultad aceptable y una historia llena de melancolía clásico de la saga.
  58. Tanwalk
    Feb 21, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was worried when I bought Breath of the Wild that it would fail to live up to its 10/10 reputation as on of the greatest of all time... it blew my expectations out of the water! I've easily spent 150+ hours on this game and I am JUST getting to point where I am running out of stuff to do (minus the korok seeds). If you have a switch or wii u, this game is a MUST have.… Expand
  59. der2201
    Feb 23, 2018
    10
    El mejor juego del mundo en la actualidad, sin duda el mejor zelda de la saga para mi !!!
  60. JollyRoger218
    Feb 25, 2018
    10
    It's not the best of the series but it's the best game of the last 10 years. Buy it, Play it, love it
  61. cookie2
    Feb 27, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The beauty of this masterpiece is far too great to express through words.The game let's you go where you want when you want as soon as you get off the great plateau, letting you explore literally anything you can possibly see.The music is also so gentle and fitting with the nearly destroyed world that most of the time, the wind and birds seem to blend in with the music.… Expand
  62. Ryijun
    Jul 11, 2020
    10
    The highest point in Nintendo releases for the entire existence of the platform. A huge open world, not as full of random events as you would like, but what is presented in the game, more than covers this disadvantage. Collecting seeds, passing sword tests, shrines, mini-bosses, cooking food, rock climbing. Charming hand-drawn graphic style. Beautiful music and sound effects. In whichThe highest point in Nintendo releases for the entire existence of the platform. A huge open world, not as full of random events as you would like, but what is presented in the game, more than covers this disadvantage. Collecting seeds, passing sword tests, shrines, mini-bosses, cooking food, rock climbing. Charming hand-drawn graphic style. Beautiful music and sound effects. In which direction do not look, there is nothing to find fault with, except for the technical part - there are rare small sagging (falling frame rate), but only in certain areas and they are not so noticeable.… Expand
  63. MichaelJS
    Aug 29, 2019
    10
    This game is one of, if not the best game i have ever played. There is so much to do. From the second you leave the Great Plateau, this huge open world is ready for you to explore. Discovering new things was highly enjoyable and i loved ever twist and turn. This game is truly a masterpiece and i can not explain how much fun this experience was.
  64. squalledu86
    Oct 1, 2020
    10
    "THE LORD IS MY HELPER"

    I can't help but give this game a Zero score. I use a thermometer of sorts to evaluate a game and the case is that while playing BOTW the thermometer ... EJACULATED! So if there is barely any fluid remaining in the thermometer I think the grade for the game is like a ... ahn ... Zero. So, a 0-10 scale is not appropriate for this game so I recommend "100X Games"    "THE LORD IS MY HELPER"

    I can't help but give this game a Zero score. I use a thermometer of sorts to evaluate a game and the case is that while playing BOTW the thermometer ... EJACULATED! So if there is barely any fluid remaining in the thermometer I think the grade for the game is like a ... ahn ... Zero. So, a 0-10 scale is not appropriate for this game so I recommend "100X Games" for that. Just type "www" followed by a dot then "100xgames" followed by another dot and then the usual "com" of many sites.

    Yeah, this is the first time I think I give Zero to a game.

    "ONE OF THE BEST VIDEOGAMES OF ALL-TIME, no doubt about it"

    *Edited*    … Expand
  65. Timi7272
    Mar 4, 2018
    10
    I've been playing the game for 100 hours, so I think I can review it as well.
    Let's begin with the beginning of the game: Your adventure will start in a little cave, where link has slept for a long time. When you go outside the cave, you will see how huge and beautiful the world is. You will also see an old man who is standing by the fire. He will guide you at the beginning. But he    I've been playing the game for 100 hours, so I think I can review it as well.
    Let's begin with the beginning of the game: Your adventure will start in a little cave, where link has slept for a long time. When you go outside the cave, you will see how huge and beautiful the world is. You will also see an old man who is standing by the fire. He will guide you at the beginning. But he doesn't explain you everything, you have to explore the first area for your own. In the first shrines you will get the probably most important items in the game. For example the stasis rune, that you can use to stop the time for almost all objects in the world. Later in the game, also for enemies. An other example is the magnesis rune, to lift up magnetic objects like some chests.
    The tutorial is not long and annoying like in many other games, and the runes that you get at the beginning are gonna help you more than you think.
    The last thing I wanna say, is, that you can really see that the game has been in development for many years. The normal mode (not the hard mode in the DLC) is really well balanced. Only that the weapons are getting wrecked a bit too fast. Especially in the beginning of the game.    … Expand
  66. MootziIsABoss
    Mar 5, 2018
    10
    Absolutely my favorite game I've played in a long time. Nintendo blew this one out of the park. The open world take and redoing the classic Legend of Zelda formula was a crazy risk, but Breath of the Wild passed with flying colors. I absolutely adore this game, it never gets boring.
  67. loic01
    Mar 7, 2018
    10
    Très bon jeu qu'on remarque sur plusieurs points. En premier, j'aimerai parler du graphique qui n'est certes pas merveilleux mais pour un monde autant ouvert, Nintendo ne pouvait pas faire mieux selon moi. Ensuite, justement, le monde ouvert de ce Zelda montre une certaine liberté qu'on à de jouée à ce magnifique jeu. De même, l'histoire et le fait de pouvoir rechercher nos souvenirs font,Très bon jeu qu'on remarque sur plusieurs points. En premier, j'aimerai parler du graphique qui n'est certes pas merveilleux mais pour un monde autant ouvert, Nintendo ne pouvait pas faire mieux selon moi. Ensuite, justement, le monde ouvert de ce Zelda montre une certaine liberté qu'on à de jouée à ce magnifique jeu. De même, l'histoire et le fait de pouvoir rechercher nos souvenirs font, selon moi, de la curiosité de retrouver les souvenirs et de faire du 100%. Jeu, pour finir, à un niveau adapté (pas trop facile ni difficile) vu qu'on peut battre le boss au début où à la fin ce qui définira si le combat est facile où non. Pour un créateur qui n'a pas l'habitude de faire des Zelda comme celui-là, ce zelda breath of the Wild mérite un 10/10… Expand
  68. MikeyMikerson
    Mar 6, 2018
    10
    Do you remember the very first time you walked out into Hyrule field in Ocarina of Time? Do you remember that wonderful feeling? I was able to relive that feeling playing this game. This game is nothing short of perfect. Whether you're playing the story or simply exploring and completing side quests, there is no shortage of tasks to complete. This game truly does reward you forDo you remember the very first time you walked out into Hyrule field in Ocarina of Time? Do you remember that wonderful feeling? I was able to relive that feeling playing this game. This game is nothing short of perfect. Whether you're playing the story or simply exploring and completing side quests, there is no shortage of tasks to complete. This game truly does reward you for exploring as you will get lost for hours falling into to side quests and fun areas to explore. Each mission can be completed in many different ways thanks to the new Zelda physics engine. Aside from playability, this game visually is a work of art. I will go as far as to say this is the best video game ever made.… Expand
  69. NickSlyCooper
    Jul 8, 2018
    10
    There is a lot to this game indeed, but really in my opinion the thing that takes the cake is Zelda's big personality. The story didn't need to be good, but Zelda carries Link and Squad.
  70. arjunfast
    Mar 8, 2018
    10
    This game is the best Music, game play, world, and details are all just amazing and this game is my favorite
  71. Drope
    Mar 10, 2018
    10
    Inovador...nem tudo é Grafico...dentro do esperado...como sempre a franquia zelda abrindo a mentes...com softwer basico o switch fez essa blz...quando chegar aos 8gb de RAM do PS4 possivelmente teremos um outro conceito de games.
  72. Maz_Koshia
    Mar 15, 2018
    10
    Its a good game with minor flaws that do not make the game deserve a 9. I would give it a 9.9 if possible. Don't let the trolls mislead you. Buy this game
  73. Moemoe1
    Aug 29, 2018
    10
    Can't really speak on the other Zelda games because i never really played any of them, but breath of the wild is a breath of open world fresh air. No hand holding what so ever, you wanna go sailing? no problem, wanna find links old memories? Go for it. Wanna fight the final boss right off the bat? i wouldn't recommend it but you're open to doing so. Amazing game and a must have for anyCan't really speak on the other Zelda games because i never really played any of them, but breath of the wild is a breath of open world fresh air. No hand holding what so ever, you wanna go sailing? no problem, wanna find links old memories? Go for it. Wanna fight the final boss right off the bat? i wouldn't recommend it but you're open to doing so. Amazing game and a must have for any Nintendo console owner.… Expand
  74. AKthaBeast
    May 17, 2018
    10
    This game is a totally different take on traditional Zelda games both in gameplay, feel, and design. It is done damn near perfect however the difficulty of the game is not as hard as some boss battles or dungeons in the past.
  75. ninedistrict
    Mar 21, 2018
    10
    O jogo beira a perfeição de tão bem feito que é. Tudo feito no capricho. História, trilha sonora, personagens e o que mais tiver lá.
    O único porém são os inimigos que poderiam ser mais diversificados e o mundo as vezes parece um pouco vazio. Mas isso não tira o brilho do jogo.
  76. WizardOfBangkok
    Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Quite possibly the greatest game made to date. An absolute must for any gamer. 10/10.
    Huge open world with some tough challenges through out.
  77. neehawgamer
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    Great game! i have been playing it for a year or two now, and I still don't have a 100% completion!
    By the way, that's a good thing. i like games that actually keep me busy, which is why I don't play apps very much.
  78. SlightedHand
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild is legitimately refreshing. I know refreshing is such an overused word in the video game reviewing industry, but this game truly is. When I first started playing games 11 years ago, I first played Super Mario Galaxy, a game filled with creative dense environments. However after years of Nintendo Wii, I got an Xbox 360 and just like that I was sucked intoLegend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild is legitimately refreshing. I know refreshing is such an overused word in the video game reviewing industry, but this game truly is. When I first started playing games 11 years ago, I first played Super Mario Galaxy, a game filled with creative dense environments. However after years of Nintendo Wii, I got an Xbox 360 and just like that I was sucked into the anti-consumer world of Triple A video games. COD, Assassins Creed, Fifa were all my top games and I was just waiting for each one to come out. And it wasn't until about two years ago when AC: Syndicate came out that I started drifting away. All of these games lacked the creativity, inventiveness and freedom that I really wanted to play with, and it wasn't until I bought the switch just to play this game that I felt that the video game market might actually still be fun. It is exactly like having a cold wet flannel rubbed on your face and then taken away. It is the game definition of refreshing. This game has almost no moments of repetition, every battle, every puzzle, and every bit of exploration is diverse and amazing. The shrines can be a bit of a grind but are still interesting enough individually to stay exciting. It's only if you try to tackle them all in one big rush like I did that they start to blur together. The divine beasts all are amazing, I honestly can't think of a criticism for them. The only point of this entire game that I felt should be changed or just removed completely was on of the Korok Trials which was a trailing mission that was just unpredictable and so monotonous. However that is a ten minute job in a game that was 100 hours for me. This game is revolutionary as an open world rpg as it condenses such a huge amount of mechanics, fights and puzzles into a big, beautiful map. Even the graphics are stunning with what you would imagine a 3D video game version of a Studio Ghibli would look like. This game deserves all the praise its getting and has hopefully redefined all of our opinions of what a Triple-A open world rpg looks like.… Expand
  79. Comander_E
    Aug 28, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing because of the massive open world, so much to do and pretty fun boss fights and a very good story. The graphics are very, very beautiful. This is by far my favourite game on the switch. The massive open world allows you to tackle the quests in any order you like which is amazing. I highly recommend if you play the game to play a blind playthrough rather than aThis game is amazing because of the massive open world, so much to do and pretty fun boss fights and a very good story. The graphics are very, very beautiful. This is by far my favourite game on the switch. The massive open world allows you to tackle the quests in any order you like which is amazing. I highly recommend if you play the game to play a blind playthrough rather than a walkthrough as this game is not that frustrating and there is a map usually telling you where to go (except some side quests). The game will give you a ton of gameplay (around 10 hours without a guide and a lot more to 100%) Nintendo did take a bit of a risk to turn this game into more of an RPG but it definitely paid off.… Expand
  80. PandaBros
    Mar 24, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Legend of Zelda - Breath of the WIld is one of the greatest games I've ever played. The open world adventure mixed with the not rare but not super common shrines, enemy camps, or locations makes a great game that will surely give you hours of entertainment. While being a mystery a lot of the time, I don't recommend using a guide as the game is never too tricky or confusing. Many features of the game such as shrines and horses extend gameplay while side quests and/or shrine quests will require one of the most interesting features in the game.
    On the Nintendo Switch, the controls feel perfect. I haven't played the Wii U version, though.
    SPOILER ALERT! SPOILERS AHEAD!
    Think about if you care about spoilers or not!

    The story of the game is one of the most creative video game stories I've ever known. Basically, Calamity Ganon has devastated Hyrule and nearly killed Link, the appointed knight of Princess Zelda. He is given a century of recovery before receiving the Sheikah Slate. He travels around the world, finding interesting characters like Prince Sidon of the Zora and the Old Man, who turns out to be the deceased King Rhoam of Hyrule. Through various sources you figure out that you must appease four Divine Beasts that were on the side of the Hyrulians until Calamity Ganon turned them against Hyrule. Along with the Divine Beasts, there are also the Guardians in the same situation. Originally, the Divine Beasts and Guardians were created by the Sheikah 10,000 years ago but were uncovered by Hyrule a century ago.

    This game gets a perfect 10/10 for its action-packed story and gameplay, quests, and overall experience. This game makes it hard to express the enjoyment and things that players will enjoy in an infinite amount of characters, so I won't even try with 5000.    … Expand
  81. AndreZack
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    Simplesmente meu jogo favorito de todos os tempos. Nunca experimentei tamanha liberdade em um jogo. Arte linda, física top de linha, trilha sonora sutil, mas fantástica! Uma história que apesar de fragmentada encanta!
  82. Yhatha
    Mar 25, 2018
    10
    Zelda botw is the best switch game I've played by a long shot and may even be one of the best games I've ever played in the first place. The worlds are so open and expansive, and discovering a new place is so satisfying or getting a really good item. This game truly feels like a completely open world and the replay value is splendid. There's 120 mini dungeons called shrines, all giving youZelda botw is the best switch game I've played by a long shot and may even be one of the best games I've ever played in the first place. The worlds are so open and expansive, and discovering a new place is so satisfying or getting a really good item. This game truly feels like a completely open world and the replay value is splendid. There's 120 mini dungeons called shrines, all giving you a challenge to complete weather that's fighting an enemy, doing a puzzle, or just plain getting to the shrine itself is sometimes the challenge.

    The combat is also really intriguing and being so complex but simple at the same time. Unlike other Zelda games, you don't just target and enemy and spam attack. You have certain moves you can do like flips and parry's which are super satisfying to pull off. Also weapons break, so this makes you more destined to not be constrained to one weapon all the time and explore to get more.

    The tutorial in this game doesn't even feel like a tutorial. It's very good at teaching you what the game has ahead of you but somehow not feeling watered down and boring. It's like the first super Mario, it does it in a way by making you learn yourself.

    I could talk about this game for hours, but the rest i'll say is this is a must have for switch owners, and Nintendo fans alike.    … Expand
  83. Aus_CriticX
    Mar 26, 2018
    10
    Not perfect, doesn’t have the feel of other zelda games, You get wrecked by enemies randomly , Frame rate can be bad, but my god this game is STILL ABSOULTELY FANTASTICAL, STORY, GRAPHICS ETC ARE BRILLIANT 10/10 AND THIS IS IN MY TOP 10 VIDEOGAME EVER , but still there are better zelda games , but my gosh this is a beautiful as heaven game!
  84. quickusername
    Mar 27, 2018
    10
    The game obviously has flaws, not enough story, too strict weapon durability, lack of long dungeons, but I enjoyed the game so much that I really can't rate it anything other then a 10. It's just a lot of fun, I'm at 240 hours and counting. 10/10 for me doesn't mean I think the game is perfect. It just means that I think the game is an amazing game that everyone should try to play. So tryThe game obviously has flaws, not enough story, too strict weapon durability, lack of long dungeons, but I enjoyed the game so much that I really can't rate it anything other then a 10. It's just a lot of fun, I'm at 240 hours and counting. 10/10 for me doesn't mean I think the game is perfect. It just means that I think the game is an amazing game that everyone should try to play. So try to pick this one up if you can.… Expand
  85. umbershap
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Absolutely gorgeus. I'm 45 hours into the game and i can't remember playing an open world game with such as much detail as this game. When most AAA titles have lost their spirit and gameplay, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild steps in to remind people how games should be. Lots and lots of fake 0/10 user reviews, always a good sign of a good game.
  86. chelseafuzz
    Mar 28, 2018
    10
    If you don't like this well I don't give a damn about what you lot say because I just can't fault it.
  87. quickarace
    Apr 2, 2018
    10
    Zelda Breath of the wild is such a good game. I had a few frame rate drops when link was attacking a group of enemies. the Frame rate drops aren't that annoying it just slows you down. I think it dropped from 30 fps to 20 fps. Overall I like how the game is so open world because i always think to myself should i fight ganon or should i get all the shrines or finish divine beasts. There isZelda Breath of the wild is such a good game. I had a few frame rate drops when link was attacking a group of enemies. the Frame rate drops aren't that annoying it just slows you down. I think it dropped from 30 fps to 20 fps. Overall I like how the game is so open world because i always think to myself should i fight ganon or should i get all the shrines or finish divine beasts. There is so much things to do in the game which make me rate it 10 out of 10.… Expand
  88. johnnydegs41
    Apr 4, 2018
    10
    I won't be able to say anything about it that hasn't already been said. I love this game, probably my favorite game of all time.
  89. fliflyx
    Apr 4, 2018
    10
    The game is one of the most significant I have ever played. Only things that could be improved in my opinion are the music, because there rarely is any, although the sounds of nature that usually surround in the game are also quite atmospheric.
    I spent 90h playing this game already and am far from running out of things to do.
    Great work!
  90. beakmantopace
    Sep 24, 2019
    10
    Excelente Video Juego uno de los mejores para la Nintendo Switch sin duda! todo esta muy bien realizado, su ambientación, su gameplay
  91. geovanicaon
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    It's been ages since I didn't have the urge to stay awake until 5 a.m playing a game that is so good as it is addictive. If you are truly a RPG fan, or even better, a Zelda fan, there is not much else to say than wtf are you waiting for? Go get it, I'll refund your money if you don't like this game. The only downfall I'd say is a rare huge drop of frame-rate sometimes while using a certainIt's been ages since I didn't have the urge to stay awake until 5 a.m playing a game that is so good as it is addictive. If you are truly a RPG fan, or even better, a Zelda fan, there is not much else to say than wtf are you waiting for? Go get it, I'll refund your money if you don't like this game. The only downfall I'd say is a rare huge drop of frame-rate sometimes while using a certain rune, but it's so unusual that this masterpiece deserves a 10.… Expand
  92. pLYRETURNS
    Apr 22, 2018
    10
    The legend of zelda breath of the wild is the best game of all time. if you not play the game yet just do it. there is not disapointment.
  93. B-Bog
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    An absolute masterclass in game-design and Open-World design in particular.

    This seems like a chliched phrase, but the main character in this game is not Link. It's not Zelda. It's the world of Hyrule. BREATH of the Wild is such a perfect title because this world is alive, it breathes. Everything just flows very organically. You always want to know what's around the next corner. "Oh    An absolute masterclass in game-design and Open-World design in particular.

    This seems like a chliched phrase, but the main character in this game is not Link. It's not Zelda. It's the world of Hyrule. BREATH of the Wild is such a perfect title because this world is alive, it breathes. Everything just flows very organically. You always want to know what's around the next corner. "Oh there's a little forest. Let's see if I can shoot some deer. Pick up some mushrooms while I'm at it. Maybe cut down some trees for firewood. Am I going to use my sword for that or an axe? Or better yet, I'll use the bombs, so I can spare my weapons! What's up with this giant tree? Is there a Korok hiding here? My Shiekah radar is beeping, there must be a shrine nearby... Maybe behind this hill? Oh **** there's a guardian! Do I run away? Try to deflect his beam? Attack him with (ancient) arrows?"

    This really is an open-world game in the best sense of the expression. There are no endless text boxes explaining super-complicated controls and systems. The tutorial doesn't last 20 hours. There are no missions where you have to do EXACTLY what the game tells you to or you fail, the very opposite of what an open-world sandbox experience should be like (Looking at you, Rockstar...).

    Taking the first step outside the cave where you start and having a look at the landscape is just magical. A whole world for you to explore.

    After the game introduces you to the main mechanics in a fun way on The Great Plateau, you're free to go wherever you want and do whatever you want. This is the magic of BotW. Real Freedom. You can explore every nook and cranny, climb every mountain and get every upgrade imaginable. Or you can head straight to the final boss and try your luck with him with your three hearts (if you get that far). You can solve puzzles and defeat enemies in whatever way you like to. Whatever works, works. Better yet, things pretty much always work the way that you would expect them to, knowing the rules of this world.

    For a common criticism: Many people seemed to expect this game to have the same kind of memorable, typical Zelda tunes that played in past Zelda games like Ocarina of Time. But just like with everything else, Nintendo took kind of a different approach here. First, you have to acknowledge that now pretty much the whole game (aside from the shrines and the Titans) is "overworld". So if there was a BotW Overworld-Theme, it would be playing all the time and you would probably get sick of it really quickly. Second, the "lack" of music really reinforces the atmosphere. Again, BREATH of The Wild. Breathing. Space. Quietness. I know a lot of people in our frenzied culture cannot stand to have even a moment of peace and quiet and need constant stimulation. But I personally really like the choice that was made here. Just simple, quiet piano or no music at all when traversing the vast stretches of Hyrule. It really helps immerse yourself in the feeling of exploring this empty, ruined land, that is paradoxically filled with life, secrets and imagination. Plus, there actually are quite a few noteable tracks in this game, like the music in Kakariko or Hateno. The former, after having been portrayed in the past as a small, lazy town and, after that, a Wild West settlement, has now been reimagined as a beautiful Japanese village.

    Another common criticism is the presentation of the story or the lack thereof. Now, I think the way it was handled, through collectable flashbacks, is perfect for this game. This way, there is no story that needs to be advanced before you can get to the final boss. If you want to know the backstory, you can collect the memories. If you don't care, you don't have to, and everything in the game still makes sense. Again, everything in this game is about freedom and giving the player choice. And personally, I really liked the idea of the lost battle 100 years ago and exploring the ruined Hyrule, even if it may just have been a practical decision by the developers.

    On top of all the aforementioned positives, there is the classical Nintendo/Zelda charm. The world is just filled with memorable, likeable characters. Every little NPC has a personality to them. Even though you are exploring a wild landscape by yourself (there is no companion character like Navi or Phi), you never feel alone or lonely.

    Nintendo tried something new and very different for this iteration of the Zelda franchise, and it paid off BIG TIME. BotW is my favourite Zelda game and my all-time favourite video game in general. It's as close to perfect as you can possibly get. Everything is just designed and thought out so well and polished to make the experience very intuitive and the best that it can be. It's a masterpiece and a true work of art.    … Expand
  94. AeronClayton
    May 23, 2018
    10
    It seems to me that everything about this game is perfect. A flawless design, a pleasant visual style, a simple but exciting story, and especially an amazing and fun gameplay — all of it combined into the greatest game I've ever played. Almost made me sorry that I hadn't been familiar with The Legend of Zelda series before.
  95. BaconHD
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    No me gusta tanto pero para hacer media entre tontos que ponen 0 es excelente
  96. NightmareShade
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    My score is outdated but now that I finish the game , it became one of my favorites games in the zelda franchise , it has his flaws but overall is a really awesome game , it deserved the GotY completely
  97. TheAnon88
    Sep 7, 2018
    10
    Zelda: BotW is one of those games that can really help one re-kindle the love and passion towards video games once again in these dark times. The LoZ series has never exactly suffered of lack of quality, but its highest highs are so towering, that even "pretty good" results may seem pathetic in comparison at times.

    Breath Of The Wild tackles two seemingly opposing tasks at once: taking    Zelda: BotW is one of those games that can really help one re-kindle the love and passion towards video games once again in these dark times. The LoZ series has never exactly suffered of lack of quality, but its highest highs are so towering, that even "pretty good" results may seem pathetic in comparison at times.

    Breath Of The Wild tackles two seemingly opposing tasks at once: taking the series back to its VERY roots, as in NES' Zelda 1, and providing a modern, truly open-world experience as well. Most of the fans already do know that LoZ1 was technically one of the earliest "open world" games, with no real guidance forcing you down to a specific path. Thus, BotW mimicking this design style is not exactly anything new, but how it goes performing this task is nothing short of unique and amazing.

    After the relative short, yet already very non-patronizing "tutorial section", which itself has more freedom and features than some full games, the player is free to explore the now ruined world of Hyrule as they please. You get only a couple pointers that you may choose to follow at your own pace, like the ultimate goal of defeating the final evil that constantly lurks in the horizon, but ultimately BotW is all about free, self-imposed exploration, discovery, and improving yourself in order to take on even bigger challenges. Unlike in most other, modern open-world games, you're not given a pile of tasks and checklists to complete; instead, your own curiosity guides you at all times, to adventures not written down as a script. It's quite common to climb on top of a good vantage point, scan the landscape, see one or two interesting details in the environment, and start proceeding towards them ... only to get distracted mid-way by something totally different and forget what you were doing originally.

    You get a handful of magical items almost right off the bat, and it's up to you to figure out when and how to use these dynamic tools during your quest. Not only that, the game seemingly lacks traditional obstacles, as just about every single wall, cliff and tree can be climbed. This vertical freedom truly opens up the world in never before seen ways, but at the same time it's balanced with the simple stamina system and the dynamic, area-specific weather conditions. You can help your character's own performance in numerous ways, such as by equipping various clothes that provide stat boosts, or by cooking dishes and potions that provide a momentary effects.

    Which brings me to the next innovation and milestone of this game: its pile of intertwined systems and physics. Just about everything seems to interact with everything in a logical, albeit in exaggerated ways in BotW: grass and wooden items may catch fire, metal and water conduct electricity, trees may be chopped down and used to form bridges or make-shift boulder traps, fire-based weapons and hot food protect you from freezing blizzards and cold items from burning heat ... the list goes on. Ergo, a smart player can exploit these systems in many clever ways, tackling obstacles in innovative ways, thus saving you from the trouble of just walking and trying to smack things dead.

    If you go around lurking on the internet, you may find nitpicks about most things you may discover in the Hyrule to boil down to two types of collectibles. While you indeed will get very familiar with Shrines and Seeds, make no mistake: the game has tons of other content as well. However, because the joy of exploration and discovering things yourself is such a centric part of BotW's appeal, I'd rather avoid spoiling too much of these elements. I can however say that old-time fans may locate things that will certainly tickle their nostalgic heart.

    Audio-visually BotW is top-notch. The non-realistic art style helps make the game world feel more cohesive, believable even with all its magical feats. Yet it is indeed very impressive to see some of the more modern effects, such as screen-space reflections, wet-surface effects and dynamic lighting, to be used in a WiiU game. At best, the game truly looks beautiful, and the atmospheric, sparingly used soundtrack only enhances the exploration.

    Controls are nothing special, but I don't feel like they ever got in my way. Some of the menu designs clearly hint at the game being designed to use the touch-screen at one point, but unfortunately now you can only use the tablet for gyro-aiming (big help when using a bow!) and to toggle the image between TV and the tablet.

    tl;dr: Breath Of The Wild is THE most "open" open-world game ever. The most dynamic and detailed open world game, ever. One of the least handholding open-world game, ever. This game's an adventure, not a story-rich fairytale you consume in one sitting. And I dare to say, this might be the first game to truly rival the GOTYAY titles like Ocarina Of Time and Majora's Mask. And I don't easily give such praise.    … Expand
  98. F3RR
    Apr 13, 2018
    10
    La verdad apenas probé el juego aunque no tengo en mis manos la consola de nintendo y solo lo probé 1 hora y siendo sincero si fue lo mejor de la franquicia, pero no es por referirme a que no es una pieza maestra es porque fue perfecto al dar el cambio a lo habitual y si estabas cansándote de que TLOZ fuera lineal no te preocupes que esta es tu opción ;).
  99. ihatemylife
    Apr 16, 2018
    10
    jogo perfeito obrigado nintendo pelo esse jogo foda os graficos sao lindos a nota que dou pra essa obra prima e 99/10
  100. yasu_yagami
    May 3, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. gran juego me encanto mucho el gameplay es maravilloso ojala salgan mas juegos como este le falta un poco de dificultad pero a pesar de eso es maravilloso lo mejor los trajes d e link… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 109 Critic Reviews

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