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  1. Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game! Cool game!
  2. Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo da história dos games! Nunca houve um gameplay tão imersivo na história dos videos games! Trilha sonora fantástica!
  3. Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Great game I loved it. The combat was fun and the soundtrack was awesome. Get this game
  4. Sep 4, 2020
    10
    Best Game All time ,, From the beginning of exploring and solving puzzles “shrines” till defeating the Enemies. By collecting weapons and naturals from an amazing open world. Customizing Link to fit unique challenges and rewarding system with special skills and power of health and stamina.. This Game contains the perfect physics to reach areas and do things you will never imagine how theyBest Game All time ,, From the beginning of exploring and solving puzzles “shrines” till defeating the Enemies. By collecting weapons and naturals from an amazing open world. Customizing Link to fit unique challenges and rewarding system with special skills and power of health and stamina.. This Game contains the perfect physics to reach areas and do things you will never imagine how they put it all simple and charming. Expand
  5. Sep 5, 2020
    10
    Can't add too much to the already glowing reviews. It's not a perfect game but, is there even such a thing? I give it a 10 because it met and far exceeded my expectations and the value of the game has paid for itself tenfold. Combat was much to my liking with it rewarding your prowess the more you practiced and studied patterns. Not only that, three years later and this game still seems toCan't add too much to the already glowing reviews. It's not a perfect game but, is there even such a thing? I give it a 10 because it met and far exceeded my expectations and the value of the game has paid for itself tenfold. Combat was much to my liking with it rewarding your prowess the more you practiced and studied patterns. Not only that, three years later and this game still seems to give unlimited options on how to approach things. Exploration was put on the forefront and I spent countless hours (well 415+ according to my profile) running around and just enjoying the sights and sounds. Sound design is immaculate and I found this game just as much an aural delight as it was a visual one. Replay value is amazing as you can try different tactics and challenge yourself in a variety of ways. Nintendo didn't do anything ground-breaking on its own but somehow managed to take all the good things from other open world games and improve upon them immeasurably all in this one gem. This is game truly sets you free and the freedom it gives has likely ruined other games for me where I want to have the same freedom but will probably now feel very caged and restricted. Also, the music in this game was perfectly arranged and fit the nature and style to a tee. This is as good as it gets. Expand
  6. Sep 5, 2020
    10
    Just fantastic that zelda is now open world for us to explore anywhere we want in hyrule cant wait for the sequel
  7. Sep 6, 2020
    10
    Для меня - это самая интересная игра, в которую я играл. Она подарила мне массу эмоций и, почти, сломанный геймпад.
  8. Mar 17, 2022
    10
    This has remained my favorite game since I first played it back when it released in 2017. The constant sense of wonder and discovery that this game instils when playing is truly unparalleled. I believe that this game alone is worth getting a Switch.
  9. Sep 7, 2020
    10
    just feel like the best gift you could image from god . No doubt the greatest game of all time !!
  10. Sep 7, 2020
    10
    It is the best game I have played in ten years. The last time I am so excited about a video game is at 2006 when World of Warcraft is released.
  11. Sep 17, 2020
    10
    the best game I have played in years, exploration, if fantastic the combat fun and addicting,the story is the weak element, but everything elce just makes up for it.
  12. Sep 8, 2020
    10
    This game has provided me with the best Nintendo Switch experience ever, the amount of replay value keeps you coming back. This game is a true masterpiece, and is the reason I'm a zelda fan in the first place. I highly, HIGHLY recommend that you give this game a shot if you're considering picking it up, even if you're not a big fan of the zelda series, you'll most certainly love thisThis game has provided me with the best Nintendo Switch experience ever, the amount of replay value keeps you coming back. This game is a true masterpiece, and is the reason I'm a zelda fan in the first place. I highly, HIGHLY recommend that you give this game a shot if you're considering picking it up, even if you're not a big fan of the zelda series, you'll most certainly love this game. Best zelda in my opinion Expand
  13. Sep 9, 2020
    10
    This is indeed one of the best games i have ever played. this game has a good chunk of content to play through and is the best looking game that i own!!!
  14. Sep 12, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego, una obra maestra de nintendo. Un juego que rompe los esquemas de la saga Zelda y de los juegos de mundo abierto
  15. Sep 12, 2020
    10
    This is quite possibly the best game of the 2010's. Not only is the gameplay incredible, the way that the game immerses you in the story and atmosphere like no other game.
  16. Sep 13, 2020
    10
    What a way to be introduced to the series.

    The good:
    - beautiful presentation
    - amazing sense of freedom
    - the physics make interacting with the world so much fun
    - the world is varied and full of secrets
    - shrines offer easy but enjoyable puzzles

    The bad:
    - despite being fun the combat is a bit rough around the edges
    - boss fights were underwhelming
    - forgettable story
  17. Sep 14, 2020
    10
    One of my favourite games ever! The gameplay, combat, cutscenes and dlc are near-perfect! And some people have a problem with the story but in my opinion, I really liked it! maybe because this is my first Legend of zelda game, also the soundtracks in this game is the best soundtracks i have ever heard! Nintendo, Good job! Continue on this path! I can't wait for the prequel and sequel!
  18. Sep 16, 2020
    10
    Probably the closest humanity will come to a perfect videogame, this is the reason videogames are art
  19. Sep 16, 2020
    10
    This game is truly a masterpiece. Everything about it from the music to the characters to the incredible world that Nintendo has created is phenomenal. If you have a switch you should have this game because it is undoubtedly the best on the system so far.
  20. Jul 12, 2021
    10
    Great game. Lots of fun. I have played this game for 100s of hours and I’m still not bored.
  21. Sep 17, 2020
    10
    Perfect. My favorite game of all time for me. I love this game so much. Thank you Nintendo for this masterpiece.
  22. Sep 18, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game experience I have ever had in my life. Breath of the Wild is something else; way different from the other series. I got this game around 10 months ago, and I have already beat the game twice. This game definitely contains things from the other Zelda games, but one thing it has in it that makes it so good is... open world.

    Now when you look at any other Zelda game, none of them are really open world and let you get to do whatever you want to. This however, is different. The open world in this game makes it SO GOOD. The map is huge; with plenty to explore and go collect all of the shrines.

    Now the story is very good. From starting out at the plateau, to beating Ganon, there is a story to lead you on your way and do whatever you want between. Heck, you can go strait to Ganon if you want. There is lots of quests and little cutscenes through the game.

    My favorite part were all of the villages. I loved at first exploring and finding the many villages and talking to the NPC's. I loved to do all of the side quests and the Divine Beasts. We also can't forget about the DLC.

    Master Mode is great. It gives a nice extra challenge that will have you a hard time. No more Red Bokoblins or anything. Monsters and bosses also regenerate health, and that makes it even more hard.

    The Champion's Ballad is also great. Finding and rebeating all of the bosses was really fun to do. You get to do mini-challenges on your way to fighting all the Blights' again. Then, you get faster regens on the powers which is nice. The One-Hit-Obliterator was also a blast. It was definitely a challenge, but it was awesome. Also the 5th Divine Beast was cool. Monk Maz Koshia was probably the hardest boss at the end. But at least you get a cool bike after you finish him.

    The Master Trials are really fun. The around 50 stages are very fun and also challenging to complete. Each stage gets harder and you have to use only the resources around you.

    There is so much more to this game than what I said in this simple review. Definitely worth the money and can't wait for the sequel.
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  23. Sep 19, 2020
    10
    The legend of Zelda BOTW it's a amazing is the best version in a history of the legend.
  24. Sep 20, 2020
    10
    This is hands down the greatest game I’ve played since Ocarina of Time. I have played thousands of hours and still continue to be addicted to this game.
  25. Jan 6, 2021
    10
    买了switch之后的第一个游戏,也是第一次玩开放世界游戏,旷野之息做到了极致,把探索自由度最大程度给了玩家,没有线性的剧情和任务,游戏里几乎所有的东西都可以与之互动。
    至今还有一堆支线任务没有清,争取在旷野之息2出来之前回去打掉。
    ps. 字谜的支线任务真的没谁了。
  26. Sep 20, 2020
    10
    Best Game of the generation, massive exploration, excelent gameplay, the pinnacle of adventure game
  27. Sep 22, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece and is a must buy for any switch owner. The story isn’t the best, but the lore is interesting and can’t wait to see it fleshed out in the upcoming prequel and sequel. It’s just fun to mess around in and the puzzles are absolutely amazing. Definitely in my personal top 5 games of all time.
  28. Sep 22, 2020
    10
    Este juego es la perfeccion en cuanto a juegos de mundo abierto y una revolucion en cuanto a la saga de The Legend Of Zelda se refiere. Excelente en todos los aspectos.
  29. Sep 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game has a great open world that will keep you playing for hours. The game has so many elements and things that make it great. Expand
  30. Sep 22, 2020
    10
    Amei um jogo tem um vasto mundo gigantesco e várias Quests secundárias para fazer é um incrível jogo e não é à toa que ele tem uma nota 97 um dos melhores jogos que eu já joguei a Nintendo é fera
  31. Sep 23, 2020
    10
    Undoubtedly the best open world game so far. While it isn't flawless, to dwell on those flaws would be a disservice to how revolutionary and one of a kind the game is. I'm exited to see how Nintendo handles the sequel.
  32. Sep 23, 2020
    10
    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild es uno de los mejores juegos existentes, con una gran historia con personajes con una buena evolución, pero lo que más destaca de este gran título es su gran y extenso mundo, muchos lo consideran vacío pero está repleto de interracciones y secretos, es mundo que refleja soledad, esto lo hace de una manera espectacular debido ha que es una parte de laThe Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild es uno de los mejores juegos existentes, con una gran historia con personajes con una buena evolución, pero lo que más destaca de este gran título es su gran y extenso mundo, muchos lo consideran vacío pero está repleto de interracciones y secretos, es mundo que refleja soledad, esto lo hace de una manera espectacular debido ha que es una parte de la historia lo que lo causa, un gran juego para ser recordado por lo que es: “Una Leyenda” Expand
  33. Sep 23, 2020
    10
    Excelente narrativa, historia de personajes secundarios perfecta, introducción de nuevas mecánicas de juego, leyes de física al 100, un verdadero mundo abierto, super revolucionario en fin que se puede decir del mejor juego de la decada
  34. Oct 15, 2020
    10
    So, everyone knows this game is excellent. One frustrating thing I would like to mention is that when attacking or running from enemies I find the joystick on my joycon is easily pushed in and I find myself now crawling on the ground with an enemy closing in, or already beating me to smithereens. I’ve learned to finesse the joystick a bit more over time, but it distracts me from theSo, everyone knows this game is excellent. One frustrating thing I would like to mention is that when attacking or running from enemies I find the joystick on my joycon is easily pushed in and I find myself now crawling on the ground with an enemy closing in, or already beating me to smithereens. I’ve learned to finesse the joystick a bit more over time, but it distracts me from the gameplay at times, and other times I still end up crawling on accident. I would still give this game a 10. But, it may be better played with a different controller, maybe the pro controller(I don’t have one), and this may want to be considered before buying the game, especially if you mash hard on your joystick. Expand
  35. Sep 24, 2020
    10
    Juego espectacular , misiones difíciles, jefes variables , el mundo abierto es perfecto , los puzzles van de fáciles a complicados . El juego perfecto y re jugable una vez terminada
  36. Jan 8, 2021
    10
    Every direction you go there is something catching your interest. Therefore you are making your way through Hyrule being guided by whatever lies in the horizon. Often it´s nothing more than a summit you want to climb. But the journey is just such a fun act. And when you´re on top you look back at what you just have accomplished. Afterwards you let your eyes wander searching for your nextEvery direction you go there is something catching your interest. Therefore you are making your way through Hyrule being guided by whatever lies in the horizon. Often it´s nothing more than a summit you want to climb. But the journey is just such a fun act. And when you´re on top you look back at what you just have accomplished. Afterwards you let your eyes wander searching for your next goal and then, finally, jump off the mountain gliding to wherever you´d like to go.

    10/10
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  37. Feb 20, 2023
    10
    No words to describe this game, the greatness, the story, soundtrack, graphics, everything fits perfectly.
  38. Sep 24, 2020
    10
    This game manages to out perform the likes of Terraria, Minecraft, GTA, and other games in the fact that it is a true masterpiece, it is truly a combination of the open world and compelling fights and story that make this the best game of the century thus far. The music adds a whole extra layer of immersion onto the game as well. The people who are giving this game a terrible rating areThis game manages to out perform the likes of Terraria, Minecraft, GTA, and other games in the fact that it is a true masterpiece, it is truly a combination of the open world and compelling fights and story that make this the best game of the century thus far. The music adds a whole extra layer of immersion onto the game as well. The people who are giving this game a terrible rating are being extremely biased and not looking at the game for what it truly is, a work of beautiful art. Expand
  39. Sep 25, 2020
    10
    Trust me, when you first fire this game up, your little ******' nuts are gonna start quakin' buddy. Your little nuts are gonna be quakin'. YeEEAAH YEEEAAAAAAH. YEAAAAHH! You're gonna shoot ***! YOu'Re g0NNA sH0oT CÜM! You're gonna shoot HOT ***! EVERYWHERE! And that's a promise. That's a promise, folks. That's a ******* promise right there. You're gonna shoot ****** hot **** all over yourTrust me, when you first fire this game up, your little ******' nuts are gonna start quakin' buddy. Your little nuts are gonna be quakin'. YeEEAAH YEEEAAAAAAH. YEAAAAHH! You're gonna shoot ***! YOu'Re g0NNA sH0oT CÜM! You're gonna shoot HOT ***! EVERYWHERE! And that's a promise. That's a promise, folks. That's a ******* promise right there. You're gonna shoot ****** hot **** all over your Switch, all over your joycons and pro controller. I swear to God. That you will bust a nut the first time you play clap that's my money back guarantee. If you don't bust a nut the first time you play, message me. Expand
  40. Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Zelda Breath of the Wild is simply one of the greatest games ever conceived. It is a beauty to look at and even more so to play. Amazing gameplay, story, characters, locations, creatures, puzzles, combats, bosses, music, graphics, controls, EVERYTHING about this game is simply amazing. Nintendo always thrives for the best of the best, and it definitely shows there. It is so good it's worthZelda Breath of the Wild is simply one of the greatest games ever conceived. It is a beauty to look at and even more so to play. Amazing gameplay, story, characters, locations, creatures, puzzles, combats, bosses, music, graphics, controls, EVERYTHING about this game is simply amazing. Nintendo always thrives for the best of the best, and it definitely shows there. It is so good it's worth buying a Switch just to play it. I hope BOTW 2 will be as good as the first, if not better. Expand
  41. Oct 1, 2020
    10
    No other open-world game has kept me so interested and engaged like this one did. Truly a masterpiece.
  42. Sep 28, 2020
    10
    Legends of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is honestly the most beautiful video game I've ever played. The visuals are so unique and pleasing. Sometimes while I'm wandering random locations I find the right place at the right time and come across the most beautiful views, it's hard to believe that their not even real. Playing botw is so surreal and entertaining, you feel so involved andLegends of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is honestly the most beautiful video game I've ever played. The visuals are so unique and pleasing. Sometimes while I'm wandering random locations I find the right place at the right time and come across the most beautiful views, it's hard to believe that their not even real. Playing botw is so surreal and entertaining, you feel so involved and interested in the game, and you never run out of stuff to do when there's seemingly endless tasks and missions to complete. The premise is so cool and the characters are great too. I also love the exploring and travelling aspect of the game. All the villages are so unique and cool with their own aesthetics and resources that you may need. Finding all the special horses and exploring the map is also very fun even though it's probably considered an optional aspect of the game. Overall I really really love this game and would recommend to anybody of any age or interests. There is definetly a reason it has a score of 97 from critics. Breath of the Wild is the closest you'll likely get to a perfect video game. Expand
  43. Sep 30, 2020
    10
    Finally got a chance to play Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild and after 2 weeks, I am still loving it. 120 shrine puzzle challenges. That open world is done right imo and the weapons and combos and it just makes you understand you cant fight everything all the time. Every blade of grass and tree and mineral and element can be manipulated, plus an extensive cooking system I amFinally got a chance to play Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild and after 2 weeks, I am still loving it. 120 shrine puzzle challenges. That open world is done right imo and the weapons and combos and it just makes you understand you cant fight everything all the time. Every blade of grass and tree and mineral and element can be manipulated, plus an extensive cooking system I am discovering all kinds of gourmet meals. You can hit a tree, grab a fallen limb at it on fire and then light town lanterns it's just the best. Paragliding and rock climbing, swimming, and archery plus a wildlife camera mode and wild horses to find and sneak up on and tame. hrika Marie for transition back into the world. Masterpiece game. 11/10 Expand
  44. Oct 3, 2020
    10
    毫无疑问,这就是最好的塞尔达,甚至是最好的开放世界之一。ns上的最佳游戏
  45. Oct 4, 2020
    10
    Tiene un mundo inmenso y lleno de vida, la jugabilitat y control son perfectos, los santuarios creo que son un buen añadido y las mazmorras principales no se quedan atrás. Es perfecto.
  46. Oaz
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Story 7/10
    Presentation 10/10
    Performance 9/10
    Characters 8/10
    Combat 9/10
    Music 9/10
  47. Oct 6, 2020
    10
    First review i make on a game because this one definitely deserves it! I’ve never played a zelda game before so i’m not a zelda fanboy liking every game because “it’s zelda”. But man this game made me fall in love with the series. Botw is so fun and addicting! Everything just fits together from gameplay to the music etc... I haven’t even finished the game yet but i can say confidently thatFirst review i make on a game because this one definitely deserves it! I’ve never played a zelda game before so i’m not a zelda fanboy liking every game because “it’s zelda”. But man this game made me fall in love with the series. Botw is so fun and addicting! Everything just fits together from gameplay to the music etc... I haven’t even finished the game yet but i can say confidently that this game is a must play and one of my all time favorites! Expand
  48. Oct 12, 2020
    10
    I found someone is compare this to a Chinese copy game in Twitter
    I played that game like an hour and uninstalled
    after that I turn my switch on...
  49. Oct 7, 2020
    10
    -General main story improvements (the game already has good lore)
    -Dungeons and unique rewards (the open world and the interactions you do in it can be seen as the replacement for the traditional dungeons, this means that the entire world is a large series of dungeons as a whole)
    -Weapon durability can be slightly increased -Lack of replayability since the game is based around knowlege
    -General main story improvements (the game already has good lore)
    -Dungeons and unique rewards (the open world and the interactions you do in it can be seen as the replacement for the traditional dungeons, this means that the entire world is a large series of dungeons as a whole)
    -Weapon durability can be slightly increased
    -Lack of replayability since the game is based around knowlege

    Overall these small issues definietely do not take away from the experience that the new zelda provides
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  50. Oct 9, 2020
    10
    the legend of Zelda breath of the wild is a fantastic game that offers an open world experience like no other game! It’s INCREDIBLE. It redefine and set a new standard for both the legend of Zelda series, and the open world genre as a whole. That's why this is my favorite game of all time.
  51. Oct 8, 2020
    10
    The best game ever. I'm so amazed when I play this for the first time. When you buy a switch you need to have this game, you can speed thousand hours playing this
  52. Oct 25, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor juego que he jugado en mi vida, no puedo esperar a que salga la secuela.
  53. Oct 11, 2020
    10
    This is my second favorite game of all time. A beautiful masterpiece of gaming and a must-play for a Nintendo fan, and for any gamer. Buy a Nintendo Switch just to play this. I love this game, and it was even spoiled for me. You can love it, even knowing what happens. PLEASE PLAY THIS!
  54. Oct 11, 2020
    10
    This is fun as hell, the world, sound, combat and mechanics, even the climbing is amazing. I love this game and cant recommend it enough. Masterpiece
  55. Oct 13, 2020
    10
    Как по мне лучшая игра этого десятилетия. Игра - замечательное путешествие на долгие часы. Думаю моя личная оценка, могла бы быть 9.5/10. Но, поставлю просто 10.
  56. Nov 26, 2020
    10
    Un mundo grande e inversivo.Físicas de 10.Arpado artístico hermoso y larga duración.
  57. Oct 14, 2020
    10
    This is, in my opinion, the best game ever made. It was such an incredible experience the first time, but even now, after I’ve beat it 5 times, it’s still such a great game. There’s so much to do, the graphics are unbelievable, and the sheer content in this game makes it one of the best games ever. I was starting to loose passion for it, but that was instantly reignited after I purchasedThis is, in my opinion, the best game ever made. It was such an incredible experience the first time, but even now, after I’ve beat it 5 times, it’s still such a great game. There’s so much to do, the graphics are unbelievable, and the sheer content in this game makes it one of the best games ever. I was starting to loose passion for it, but that was instantly reignited after I purchased the DLC. The DLC is incredible, and if you liked the game for the lore, then this is a must have. Even without the DLC however, it’s replay-ability is insane. Even if this game could only be played one time, I would still make the purchase in a heartbeat. There’s so much to do in one save file, let alone multiple. There’s many ways to play the game and you can challenge yourself with infinite new ways to play the game. Maybe you want to do a shrine-less run, or not beat any of the Divine Beasts, great. If the game is too easy for you, try out Master Mode where it becomes insanely difficult. Point is, this is the greatest game ever made, and to this day I play it daily, despite how much I’ve played it already. Expand
  58. Oct 20, 2020
    10
    Best game I have ever played. I am not a big gamer. I usually buy a few games a year, play them for a couple weeks and then lose interest. I have been so engaged playing this game that I have completed it three times including the bonus content. It is so much fun to be able to pick it up, explore anywhere due to the open world, and still find new things after hundreds of hours of play.Best game I have ever played. I am not a big gamer. I usually buy a few games a year, play them for a couple weeks and then lose interest. I have been so engaged playing this game that I have completed it three times including the bonus content. It is so much fun to be able to pick it up, explore anywhere due to the open world, and still find new things after hundreds of hours of play. Can’t wait for the next one. Expand
  59. Oct 19, 2020
    10
    When I was a kid, I would just randomly run around levels in some games because that was fun to me. As I got older and better at games, that wasn't really a thing I did anymore. Breath of the Wild restored that feeling. It's world is made to be explored and is a joy to move around in. The story isn't very good, but that's not what this game is about. It's about you, and the world. IWhen I was a kid, I would just randomly run around levels in some games because that was fun to me. As I got older and better at games, that wasn't really a thing I did anymore. Breath of the Wild restored that feeling. It's world is made to be explored and is a joy to move around in. The story isn't very good, but that's not what this game is about. It's about you, and the world. I recommend this game to everyone. Expand
  60. Oct 21, 2020
    10
    Para mí compite de tú a tú con Ocarina of Time (aunque este para la tecnología de su momento me parece más memorable), aún así, me parece increíble lo que me hace transmitir este juego, es la razón por la cual he vuelto a mis orígenes de jugador. Lo tengo desde el día de lanzamiento. Un mapeado increíble e interactivo, tu vas creando la historia en función de donde se consigan losPara mí compite de tú a tú con Ocarina of Time (aunque este para la tecnología de su momento me parece más memorable), aún así, me parece increíble lo que me hace transmitir este juego, es la razón por la cual he vuelto a mis orígenes de jugador. Lo tengo desde el día de lanzamiento. Un mapeado increíble e interactivo, tu vas creando la historia en función de donde se consigan los recuerdos. El único pero son los DLC, pero como no entran dentro de la historia principal del juego base no lo valoraré aquí. Expand
  61. Oct 29, 2020
    10
    This was the main reason why I purchased a Switch console in the first place. This game is AMAZING. I praised Ocarina of Time as my favorite Zelda game for a long, long time. But after playing BotW, this is definitely my favorite game so far. Not only from the Zelda series, but my favorite game of all time. I've spent 200 hours on this game so far and I'm still playing it from time toThis was the main reason why I purchased a Switch console in the first place. This game is AMAZING. I praised Ocarina of Time as my favorite Zelda game for a long, long time. But after playing BotW, this is definitely my favorite game so far. Not only from the Zelda series, but my favorite game of all time. I've spent 200 hours on this game so far and I'm still playing it from time to time. There's so much to explore, so much to do, and it's always fun to battle against different kinds of enemies, specially Lynels. I definitely recommend getting the DLC cause it's totally worth it. Traveling the lands of hyrule on your Master Cycle Zero is really fun. I really recommend playing this game if even if you have never played a zelda game before. Can't wait for the sequel!!! Expand
  62. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Breathtaking. Whether you’re a long time Zelda fan or a newcomer, this game is perfect for you! I truly believe that if u haven’t played this game, you haven’t experienced the full open world experience. I’m in love with this game.
  63. Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Great game, lots of things to do... they created a new way of playing zelda, the things that came before the time of the game had not been seen anywhere in the franchise
  64. Nov 1, 2020
    10
    Omg, It's so cool. Although I've never played in this game series before. I only can say: Beautiful, Stunning, Inspiring
  65. Nov 2, 2020
    10
    I liked the game. Great and interesting gameplay, beautiful graphics and not bad plot
  66. Nov 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is without denial one of the greatest of all time. Amazing game design and detail put into every inch of the world from the moment u walk out of the shrine of resurrection and learn about climbing to the phenomenal puzzles to the amazing unrivaled physics engine.tons of likable character and memorable settlements this game is just amazing I’ve put over 300 hours into it and dont think ill be stopping anytime soon even with its flaws its a masterpiece a work of art even Can’t wait till botw 2 Expand
  67. Feb 12, 2023
    10
    There is no game that enthralls you in its world as much as this, it really makes you feel as if you are embarking in the greatest adventure of all time, there is no other game I love as much as this one
  68. Nov 10, 2020
    10
    First of all this game is a masterpiece. The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild showed to game industry that you do not need to have 4K resolution or real looking graphics to do a good game.

    Story Telling The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild story telling is way different than AAA games that you have played. There is not that much cut scene is involved but the ones are in the game
    First of all this game is a masterpiece. The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild showed to game industry that you do not need to have 4K resolution or real looking graphics to do a good game.

    Story Telling
    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild story telling is way different than AAA games that you have played. There is not that much cut scene is involved but the ones are in the game are connecting you to the game. I defeated the Ganon after 175+ hours of play because I did not wanted to finish time game. I can tell you like this. You know when you like one book or the TV series so much that you do not want to watch the last episode or read the last chapter this game made me feel like that instead of the other games and I am looking for sequel games for the Zelda franchises.

    Gameplay and Open World
    I wanted to merge these two things because the gameplay in the Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild is really connected to the open world elements to. In the open world you can go anywhere you want just from the beginning of the game. Zelda just leaves you free to explore its unique world just from the beginning. You can find bunch of different biomes, towns and even forbiden places. There is weather conditions happens during your journey. Now I heard you are asking how is this related with the gameplay? Well you can climb anywhere you want at the open world. You can use your paraglider to glide where ever you would like. On top of that you can use your 4 types of runes to interact with the world too. You can freeze your enemies. You can stop the time for some objects. I will not tell you all the runes.

    It is a great game buy it you will not regret it.
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  69. Nov 11, 2020
    10
    It’s my firm belief that this is the best experience you can have in video games. What it lacks in story, BOTW makes up with pure FUN. which is what video games are all about.
  70. Jul 4, 2023
    10
    Great game. I have spent so many hours just exploring the world, forgetingabout the main quests...
  71. Nov 12, 2020
    10
    This game is completely incredible, it has so much replay value and wonderful graphics. I can't believe that this game came out in 2017 it is wonderful and if you own a switch you should buy it.
  72. Feb 13, 2021
    10
    Perhaps the greatest open world I've ever seen. With its massive living breathing world, its breathtaking art style, content, variety in landscape it is no doubt worth exploring. The story is great, intriguing, interesting and emotional. The soundtrack is outstanding and ambient. The combat and gameplay is top quality. The dlc's are extremely fun and interesting and on top of that the gamePerhaps the greatest open world I've ever seen. With its massive living breathing world, its breathtaking art style, content, variety in landscape it is no doubt worth exploring. The story is great, intriguing, interesting and emotional. The soundtrack is outstanding and ambient. The combat and gameplay is top quality. The dlc's are extremely fun and interesting and on top of that the game has a great atmosphere. Despite the small number of flaws with the game such as the lack of enemy variety, dungeon variety or the lack of variety in the shrines it still doesn't detract from the near perfect masterpiece this is. One of my all time favourite games. Expand
  73. Nov 14, 2020
    10
    I was surprised how much I liked this game. The open world is so much fun to explore and everything about playing from the story to combat to lore was just so well done.
  74. Nov 16, 2020
    10
    My favorite game to date, and the best game I have ever played. The world is so vast and fun to explore, and everybody has a different journey depending on what they want to do.
  75. Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Overall one of the most beautiful games I've ever had the pleasure of playing. It is a must-buy for anyone who owns a switch regardless of history with the series
  76. Dec 30, 2020
    10
    Сюжет пушка. Может накручен и предсказуем поверхностно, но как в the last of us здесь интересно находить по 50 разных персонажей разговаривать с ними и получать от них квесты по которым можно узнать лор игры получше. Наиграл уже 90+ часов и получил полностью прокаченную броню стража и легендарный меч. Но до сих пор не хочу идти на финального босса, слишком мне эта игра нравитсяСюжет пушка. Может накручен и предсказуем поверхностно, но как в the last of us здесь интересно находить по 50 разных персонажей разговаривать с ними и получать от них квесты по которым можно узнать лор игры получше. Наиграл уже 90+ часов и получил полностью прокаченную броню стража и легендарный меч. Но до сих пор не хочу идти на финального босса, слишком мне эта игра нравится
  77. afx
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    MY FIRST OPEN WORLD GAME AND I LOVE IT SO MUCH. I love love love how there are thousands of way how a situation could play out and even when I finished playing the game, I watch a lot of other excellent gameplays on Youtube. This game is amazing. NO COMPLAINTS AT ALL.
  78. Nov 17, 2020
    10
    A game that’s in development is about to finish and the launch of Nintendo’s newest console is around the corner and with that the face of the switch, the game that would change an entire series as a whole.

    This game defined and brought a new light to the entire open world genre and took a turn for the greater for the Legend of Zelda series bringing in new people and possibly reviving it
    A game that’s in development is about to finish and the launch of Nintendo’s newest console is around the corner and with that the face of the switch, the game that would change an entire series as a whole.

    This game defined and brought a new light to the entire open world genre and took a turn for the greater for the Legend of Zelda series bringing in new people and possibly reviving it in some aspects.

    Bringing new to old with the original Zelda premise into the open world genre as it did with the original game that introduced the series into a new dimension literally, The legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. It originally was the game to change the industry for 3D games and set an example for other games to come. Bringing the series into an open setting and further defining the beauty of what the Switch or even a handheld console can do and giving players the freedom to do whatever they want set in a loose story which gives players another freedom which most open worlds don’t have which is a flexible story that you get to choose how to play it. This also sets a divide and middle ground between the casual and professional players making it a game that can be played by anyone.

    The soundtrack and atmosphere really bring a lot to the game with it being a light but sometimes hard hitting OST and a natural and wild atmosphere that really goes well with the idea of the Kingdom of Hyrule being abandoned and destroyed, giving you the player to explore it and defeat the evil that will end the world in due time.
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  79. May 2, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of all time. Radical freedom in an open world is something that this game brought to the table. 10/10 in my book
  80. FSL
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece, I just wish there was big and hard temples like the other Zelda games also I wish there was diversity in the items like the other Zelda games
  81. Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Single-handedly revived my love of gaming and kept me sane during lockdown. Everything works as it should and mechanics taken from other games are polished to perfection. Can't wait for the sequel.
  82. Dec 10, 2020
    10
    這款神作,玩就對了。
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    遊戲性佳,畫面優美(非寫實風格,是一種優質動畫的風格)、音樂好聽悅耳(甚至可當成伴讀背景音樂),自由度高、開放世界的典範。劇情經典不複雜,有不少值得探索回憶之處。

    缺點:睡眠不足,無法自拔。
  83. Nov 20, 2020
    10
    One of the best game.The colors of the game. The gameplay. Everything is perfect in this game. I recommend it
  84. Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Analysis in Brazilian Portuguese-Bem,estamos falando de um dos melhores jogos dessa geração e para mim o melhor Zelda,o que falar desse jogo,é simplesmente perfeito em todos os aspectos,trilha sonora incrivel,fisíca muito boa,diversidade de gameplay muito legal,história também é muito boa,a arte do jogo também é muito bonita,polimento de outro mundo,a liberdade que o jogo te dá éAnalysis in Brazilian Portuguese-Bem,estamos falando de um dos melhores jogos dessa geração e para mim o melhor Zelda,o que falar desse jogo,é simplesmente perfeito em todos os aspectos,trilha sonora incrivel,fisíca muito boa,diversidade de gameplay muito legal,história também é muito boa,a arte do jogo também é muito bonita,polimento de outro mundo,a liberdade que o jogo te dá é incrível,a forma que o jogo te prende é de outro mundo,a forma que voce se sente motivado para derrotar algum boss para ganhar alguma recopensa e quando voce ganha é muito recompensante,os puzzles das shrines são muito diversificados e divertidos e exigem o jogador pensar como terminar aquela quest para ganhar sua recopensa no final,bem para mim,sem sombra de dúvidas,um 10 para Zelda Breath of the wild,quem não jogou com certeza deveria jogar. Expand
  85. Nov 20, 2020
    10
    O jogo apresenta a sua história e os personagens e consegue desenvolver de uma forma perfeita, no mesmo padrão da série Zelda. Tem a melhor jogabilidade de toda a série e encaixa perfeitamente na complexidade dessa geração de jogos.
  86. Nov 20, 2020
    10
    It has earned the spot of my favorite game! Without a doubt still the best switch and Zelda game.
  87. Feb 7, 2021
    10
    An excellent example of how, despite a simple (but interestingly presented) plot and not outstanding graphics, you can create such a masterpiece focusing on the openness of the world and numerous exciting game mechanics. A must-have for all Nintendo players!
    (50 hours in the game - finished the story, and only 18% of other activities, it's an enormous game!)
  88. Nov 21, 2020
    10
    its just amazing the combat the world the only thing that could be better is that the weapons break so fast but that is just a small issue its just zelda on its best
  89. Dec 27, 2020
    10
    I like this game its so good but I dont know why but its really must have and if someone of your friends have this game grab it from your friend!
  90. Nov 23, 2020
    10
    The best game in history. The story, the sound, the characters. All is perfect
  91. Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Simply put, Breath of the Wild is a masterpiece and the best game I ever played!
  92. Dec 7, 2020
    10
    Fantástico jogo. Mais do que recomendado. É obrigatório para todos que gostam de videogames.
  93. Nov 26, 2020
    10
    Nothing is perfect but Breath of the wild is as close as you can get. The vast open world feels alive with plenty of characters to meet an creatures to fight, tame or hunt. The world is incredible, every valley, mountain, desert, volcano ,field jungle and tundra are open to be explored. I've had this game for 9 months and I still find new locations. There's plenty to do, enough to play forNothing is perfect but Breath of the wild is as close as you can get. The vast open world feels alive with plenty of characters to meet an creatures to fight, tame or hunt. The world is incredible, every valley, mountain, desert, volcano ,field jungle and tundra are open to be explored. I've had this game for 9 months and I still find new locations. There's plenty to do, enough to play for a hundreds hours. The story isn't the greatest but its still interesting and makes you want to know more. The Strongest point of the game is the freedom it gives you not just in exploration but in puzzle solving there are so many ways to solve each puzzle, some I never even thought about until I saw someone else doing it . The game is beautiful the creatures all react in organic ways the combat is fun the story is good all in all this is one of the greatest games ever made if you have a Nintendo switch or want to get one this is a must have easily a 10/10 anyone with an open mind will love this. Expand
  94. Nov 29, 2020
    10
    Just one of the best games ever made. Zelda is one of my favorite franchises, and Breath of the Wild is simply the best. A rich, exciting and enormous open world, a perfect game for anybody.
  95. Dec 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is the best game i have ever played and will always hold a place in my heart. The beautifully crafted open world, the amazing Piano music makes for insanely traumatizing Guardian fights, and the amount of freedom that the devs just drop in your hands as if its a Monday and the teacher is giving you all the homework you missed. Expand
  96. Dec 2, 2020
    10
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  97. Dec 4, 2020
    10
    A console seller must play, only problem is the pain of having to play it at 30 fps with ugly ass resolution.
  98. Dec 26, 2020
    10
    9.5 but round up to ten. A very great game compare to xeno blade 2( they have same rating)
  99. Dec 7, 2020
    10
    A fantastic game for what it is. I do wish it went more of the Zelda formula though. Regardless, a great game that works. Will keep you busy for 50 hours +. It really does remind me of the first Zelda game from 1986. Do yourself a favor and disable any way points on this game and go explore.
  100. Dec 9, 2020
    10
    This game quickly became my favorite of all time, and it's a testament to the fact that you don't need realism to create an immersive world. Perfect gameplay, perfect difficulty increase, perfect graphics, perfect music. This will be a legend in the years to come.
Metascore
97

Universal acclaim - based on 109 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 0 out of 109
  1. 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.
  2. Aug 30, 2017
    100
    Breath of the Wild is a masterpiece.
  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]