The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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  1. DeLaGuardia
    Mar 12, 2017
    7
    A new Zelda with new features, but in overall an empty trial of innovation who forgets the roots of an unforgettable saga in the wake of an huge open world. Definitely a great point unless you remember its poor graphics and minimalist even silent music. In addition, its story fluctuates between the tasteless and the power of emotional remembering of Ocarina of Time's plot and world.

    In    A new Zelda with new features, but in overall an empty trial of innovation who forgets the roots of an unforgettable saga in the wake of an huge open world. Definitely a great point unless you remember its poor graphics and minimalist even silent music. In addition, its story fluctuates between the tasteless and the power of emotional remembering of Ocarina of Time's plot and world.

    In overall, a good game in THE LEGEND OF ZELDA's saga, but definitely not the definitive ZELDA.    … Expand
  2. jecoconono
    Mar 12, 2017
    9
    I for one played this game and stopped at the end (cause I'm looking to get the game on the switch and I don't want to completely spoil it for me..). Don't trust 0/10 reviews, a huge majority of them are simply sony/microsoft fanboys downvoting the game because they are immature and write up illegitimate reviews to make you avoid buying this game.

    Let me get this across : This game is    I for one played this game and stopped at the end (cause I'm looking to get the game on the switch and I don't want to completely spoil it for me..). Don't trust 0/10 reviews, a huge majority of them are simply sony/microsoft fanboys downvoting the game because they are immature and write up illegitimate reviews to make you avoid buying this game.

    Let me get this across : This game is GREAT. but it is not PERFECT.

    If you want to buy this game on the Wii U, be wary as frames drop much more than on the switch version. The graphics aren't amazing, but the way the game is shaded like Wind Waker will make this game age very well.

    I'd recommend playing it on the Switch (I have not played it on the switch yet, only on the Wii U) as I heard that frame drops happen much much less commonly on that system.

    This is a must buy, but I won't give it a 10 for the simple reason that the frame drops are pretty bad on the wii u version. Besides this, this game is an absolute masterpiece. I can't wait to see what nintendo comes up with for the next zelda game.    … Expand
  3. Pepeonidas
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Me da coraje que apenas unas revistas le pusieran 6 y 7 de calificación y el promedio general haya caído a 97, este juego ni de broma merece un 6 o 7, lo más bajo que puede tener de calificación es un 9, yo le doy un rotundo 10 por qué lo tiene todo, el gameplay es extraordinario todo encaja a la perfección, las gráficas que más puedo decir el estilo artístico puesto en ellas es único yMe da coraje que apenas unas revistas le pusieran 6 y 7 de calificación y el promedio general haya caído a 97, este juego ni de broma merece un 6 o 7, lo más bajo que puede tener de calificación es un 9, yo le doy un rotundo 10 por qué lo tiene todo, el gameplay es extraordinario todo encaja a la perfección, las gráficas que más puedo decir el estilo artístico puesto en ellas es único y comPlenamente estético, el mundo abierto tiene mucha vida y se ve que cada elemento está puesto ahí Bien pensado, probablemente el mejor Zelda de todos los tiempos !!… Expand
  4. YasmineEva
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A spectacular game. Once in a generation. I felt like a sandbox open world was what the developers of Ocarina of Time dreamed of but could never accomplish due to memory constraints. The weapon variety is great. I just completed the Ruta quest and received a spear with an electric shock ability.… Expand
  5. toejamfungus
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Seriously an emotional journey of self discovery. I highly recommend that everyone give this game a try and see the masterpiece for yourself.
  6. weltensturm
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    In this instance it is wise to think of what it is, not what it is not. Coming from other Zelda titles things may be missing, but there are more than enough other things making up for that. Oh man it's glorious.
  7. HeartThrobinson
    Mar 12, 2017
    7
    Good: This game explores open world in a brand new way that hopefully other triple A games pick up on. The way Link moves around and explores the map from climbing to custom map markers makes this world more open than any open world before it. The map is bigger than Skyrim and smaller than the Witcher 3, but it is the only one where 100% of the maps surface is explore-able, thanks to theGood: This game explores open world in a brand new way that hopefully other triple A games pick up on. The way Link moves around and explores the map from climbing to custom map markers makes this world more open than any open world before it. The map is bigger than Skyrim and smaller than the Witcher 3, but it is the only one where 100% of the maps surface is explore-able, thanks to the mechanics of exploration.

    Te combat is interesting and makes you think more than past Zelda titles. You can't just charge into a battle with even smaller enemies and expect to live. The world is full of things to do, and the biggest problem with completing objectives is how easy it is to get distracted on your way. The funny but sensible cartoon physics make the game more interesting.

    The NPCs are all super interesting, and dialogue with them is snarky and funny. They also act like a regular village or explorers and make the world feel alive.

    Bad: Despite how excellent an open world game this is, it did make mistakes.
    The destructible weapons mechanic is one you can get used to. But that is the best I can say for it. It doesn't really add much to the game. It gets you to try more types of weapons, but there are only about 5 types and worrying about breaking your good ones actually locks you into using your worst and least enjoyable weapon most of the time. They could have included the varying weapon system and allowed people to keep the best weapons they got and achieved the same effect.

    The cooking mechanic is kind of fun for the first couple meals you cook, but then it gets tedious. They should have used it exclusively for stat buffing, and left in game health recovery and buy-able health potions, so only those who wanted to cook a lot had to, and no one had to spend twenty minutes preparing their health recovery items.

    Zelda does dungeons better than any other series out there. There are plenty of great dungeon crawlers, but none of them have the unique, beautiful, puzzling, and epic dungeons the Zelda series is famous for. This game does away with that.

    There are few dungeons, and they are all short and have a bland, brown aesthetic. They combined could have made a single dungeon in another Zelda game, and not a very interesting one.

    They used shrines, mini-dungeons, to address this. The problem is the shrines also have a consistently boring aesthetic, and aren't that interesting either. I completed every single shrine in game, and maybe 10 of them had interesting puzzles. The rest of the shrine puzzles were pretty obvious, and more designed to show of the game mechanics than to puzzle you. On top of that a huge chunk of them was just a repeat of the same three kind of boring fights with the same slightly varied enemy. An enemy that could have easily just been an over world enemy.

    The side quests are almost all just fetch quests. There are a few really interesting and fun ones, but overall they are kind of boring, and most of the interesting ones are just a shrine in disguise.

    Shrines end up making up for what the game is lacking in both dungeons and side quests, and while they are cool on their own, they are not enough to make up for either of those things. They at best can replace the over world puzzles that led to getting heart pieces before, they serve the same purpose and have the same length and difficulty. So they took three of the best parts of the series and tried to bundle them into one inadequate mechanic. If the shrines were put together you would have enough content for just under two dungeons in this game, including all of the actual dungeons.

    Concerning other reviews: Yes, this is getting extra high scores because people are on a New Zelda high, and that will die down eventually. However anyone who has tried the game obviously knows it isn't a zero either. These people are just petty and for some reason offended that a game which isn't their favorite got good reviews.Ignore those morons, and don't believe people who overpraise it either. In a few months they will stop being so hyped up they can more accurately assess this game.

    Its great, but could have been much better. This game does the worst thing you could to a lifetime Zelda fan. It gives you the craving to play Zelda, but it doesn't satisfy or meet that craving. This is mostly because of the lack of interesting dungeons and in depth side quests.

    I give it a 6.5 out of 10.    … Expand
  8. Dernoke
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    As a life time Zelda fan i truly was first afraid of this new game. I love every aspekt of what's makes this Franchise to what it is today and i allways knew that each new titel would twist the Gameplay and style we all know and love. And still as i saw this game i was afraid that it would disconnect to what it truly means to be a Zelda Game. But now after two weaks i can say without anyAs a life time Zelda fan i truly was first afraid of this new game. I love every aspekt of what's makes this Franchise to what it is today and i allways knew that each new titel would twist the Gameplay and style we all know and love. And still as i saw this game i was afraid that it would disconnect to what it truly means to be a Zelda Game. But now after two weaks i can say without any regrets that this is truly one of the best or even the best Games i've ever come to play. The Story is interesting and brings some unexpected emotions with it. The Compat is thrilling andchallenging. The Soundtrack is great and the freedom wich the game offers you is so insane that i can't even discribe it. The graphics are not photorealist or Amazingly over the top but with an nice cel shading look and top animations this games just feals and looks right. in the end it realy catches the essenc of it ancestors.… Expand
  9. ScavengerDragon
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Solid 10. Now how can I say it's deserving of a 10? I picked up a Nintendo Switch at launch, along with Breath Of The Wild, and Super Bomberman R. Zelda has been keeping my attention more so than other games to come out in recent years.

    If I had to reason why this game gets such a high score...It would have to be because it's a vast open world. It's a post apocalyptic Zelda that needs    Solid 10. Now how can I say it's deserving of a 10? I picked up a Nintendo Switch at launch, along with Breath Of The Wild, and Super Bomberman R. Zelda has been keeping my attention more so than other games to come out in recent years.

    If I had to reason why this game gets such a high score...It would have to be because it's a vast open world. It's a post apocalyptic Zelda that needs to be respected by the individual player. This does not mean you have to praise it as a solid game. This means that each user should take their own time to enjoy the game and explore the landscape as they see fit. Some might beat this game in a few hours, while players like me will take the time to savor the many different experiences this game offers from the 120 trials that are scattered throughout Hyrule, to completing the multitude of side quests that are offered by AI.

    Every weapon is crucial. You can use a variety of them and get attached to them so easily but some break faster, while others will last you a few more bouts. but that's okay! Because it's never difficult to find a new weapon when you need them. I love the different assortment of weapons that I've found in my quest so far.

    Overall this is a game that demands respect. Not absolute love because I say so, but because it's something the developers breathed life into. It took them a few years to get it to us but that's OK. Because what we were left with, is something that is a memorable experience that challenges what we understood about Zelda, and turns it into so much more, and the game sets Nintendo up with a large gap in the time line where they can make future Zelda titles without worrying about the timeline issue.    … Expand
  10. galacticbeer
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    They got it so right. Being able to climb up any open world structure is amazing for a Zelda game. I love the looting and cooking systems, Finding shrines is addicting. I have not been able to put down the controller since launch.
  11. laermhexe
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This game is the epitome of everything nintendo has been making for us in the past 30 odd years or so. This game is perfect. It is the game that you have been waiting your entire life to play.
  12. Nydhogg
    Mar 12, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is not by any means a perfect game, nor the best game ever, not even the best in the franchise (which is in fact my favourite). After spending somewhere between 100 and 200 hours I can't help but feel that Nintendo tried their best to change what was wrong with Skyward Sword, while changing what was ultimately right as well. While the latter had a strict closed world, with no connections between areas which were no more than 3 besides the sky, Breath of the Wild offers a world like no other Zelda game before it, or any other game period. However, it faills where Skyward Sword succeded; its characterization that only gets worse through the awfull voice acting (mainly Zelda's) and poor story telling. By the end of the game I felt ultimately disappointed by how simple (even by the franchise's standards) the story was, how shallow its conclusion seemed, how I simply could feel nothing for its characters. The premise of a ruined kingdom and the quest to regain the memory is a good one but that's all there is to it - a lot of promises with no acomplishment... I kept hoping that by the end there would be some light shed into everything, something to connect to other games, or at least to the Ganon's character like we had in Wind Waker or in Twilight Princess, something to redeem the game, to make it feel more deep, but Ganon is the epytome of what the story is, completely shallow, if this was my first Legend of Zelda I wouldn't understand what this all was for, since its character lacks any reason and to be honest, Ganondorf did more in 7 years in Ocarina of Time than Calamity Ganon did in 100...
    Then there is the problem of the dungeons... The few ones (four) there are, feel really natural since there are no keys, the map makes much sense in the kind of world this is, there's some fluidity to it... However they all look the same, for all the variety the overworld has, the dungeons are always machines, and that's not the only think the seem to differ from the overworld. They are really tiny dungeons only bigger then the lackluster shrines all over the game (and I went through all of them). There are no theme dungeons like in previous games, the big challenge that we were always looking to. Majora's Mask also had 4 dungeons but at least they felt unique, and the overworld wasn't so disproportionate to them. Furthermore, the bosses all looked the same, only changing the weapon they used. And their level of difficulty was a shame when we consider how hard some battles can be in the overworld, particularly the last transformation of Calamity Ganon... neither one of them hold the candle to Lynels...
    The other thing that bugged me was that for all the diversity and area of the overworld, I felt like all I found were different varieties of bokoblins, moblins and lizalfos, not even flying lizalfos at that... And the mini bosses were even more repetitive, not to talk about how Talus were just... a big rock...
    The weapon mechanic can be a pain in the ass at the beggining of the game but we eventually overcome it and it's this game thing, you either get used to it or not. Don't think that's a bad thing like most people seem to complain about.
    It's soundtrack is there even if most of the time it is way more subtle than in previous games, there are some nice pieces throughout the game.
    Artistically is an authentic masterpiece and I don't think I will get marvelled by another game's scenarios like I was by this ones in a while.
    There are a lot of frame drops but I don't think they are that bad that you can't enjoy the game for what it is. Sometimes I felt like the controls didn't respond that well, not sure if it was the game or switch's problem...Link would keep moving even when I stopped or changed direction or not move immediately when I ordered him to, but since I saw no one complaining about it I have to assume it may have been a problem with my controller.
    In conclusion, in spite of all its problems with the story, dungeons, characterization, I think the game is truly groundbreaking when it comes to its freedom, gameplay and art style so I'm giving what I believe to be a fair score: an 8 (8,5 if I could but never a 9)    … Expand
  13. SpideyWebs
    Mar 12, 2017
    6
    I found the game to be more frustrating than fun and more monotonous than interesting. It was just a generic open world game with The Legend of Zelda slapped on the cover. Not much in this felt like a LoZ game and in my opinion that was a negative not a positive. Definitely the worst Zelda game I have ever played.
  14. Ragz101
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    I have actually played this game. Bought a Switch and the game and I've sunk close to 60+ hours into it and can give spoilers to prove it.
    I am giving this game a 10 out of 10. maybe like a 9.7 if you wanna be super picky about it. but since there's no decimal system here im rounding up because it deserves it.
    Dispel the rumors that this game is too "hand holdy" or other such nonsense    I have actually played this game. Bought a Switch and the game and I've sunk close to 60+ hours into it and can give spoilers to prove it.
    I am giving this game a 10 out of 10. maybe like a 9.7 if you wanna be super picky about it. but since there's no decimal system here im rounding up because it deserves it.

    Dispel the rumors that this game is too "hand holdy" or other such nonsense peddled by PlayStation Fanboys or people trying to "balance" the reviews. This game is a masterpiece. In the technical department i have found no glitches, game breaking or otherwise, and the frame rate problems reported by early reviewers have largely been patched by the day one update to the point of being no longer noticeable for the most part.

    As far as the game itself story, graphics, gameplay, scale, and scope: this game is a masterpiece or near masterpiece. Now, let me get this out of the way. This story is fantastic for what it needs to be. this is not Mass Effect. Like any Zelda game it's primarily self contained, not a vast story branching several games to create a cinematic masterclass for the ages. That being said, the story to this game, told in an interesting non linear fashion, is still great. probably one of the best stories Nintendo has ever put out and certainly one that actually gives characters CHARACTER. The non linear mode of storytelling is actually one that fits this game rather well, as many plot points are connected to others, but not chronologically. and what points are in a specific chronological order are fun do discover and will be enough to keep achievement hunters happy, despite the fact that Nintendo has no achievement system. The voice acting is something that, for the most part, is well done. there are one or two characters who's voice acting is a bit flat and a lot of that has to do with the fact that this is a dubbed game made in Japan. the Japanese voice acting probably fits the character's speech pattern better but I dont know, I don't speak Japanese. But the few faults in the voice acting are rendered pretty inconsequential as for the most part the voice acting that is there is good and voice acting is not the only/main form of dialogue (Nintendo does love their text box dialogue, and some traditions don't need to be broken).

    Gameplay and Graphics: The art style is amazing. A lot of people are complaining about this and that its not as realistic as many new gen games are (such as the new PS game Horizon). But i learned that this particular issue is null. Stylized graphics will help this game in the long run and it will age beautifully. This artstyle makes the game feel like playing through a brilliantly made painting in the best way. Wind Waker came out almost 15 years ago and it still looks gorgeous, thanks to its highly stylized graphics, meanwhile games like Resident Evil 4 don't look so good by comparison. Breath of the Wild has found a near perfect balance between beautiful stylized graphics and HD oriented detail. Gameplay is fluid, fun, crisp, and intuitive. At first the motion control feels a little invasive, until you've played it for more than 2 hours and then try it without the motion controls, you will find the lack of fine tuning using a simple tilt of the wrist is sorely missed. This is probably one of Zelda's best combat systems. Perfect dodges and parries reward those of us with innate timing abilities, but you don't need to be a master of timing to survive or even thrive in this game. Climbing ( a main mechanic, believe me) is well done. the only awkward controls i've found were the horse riding, which ceased to be awkward withing 10 minutes of using it.

    The scale and scope of this game is simply massive. There is no better way to put it. Massive in the best way. Not only do you feel like this game is bigger than the likes of Skyrim (you can really feel the fact that the overworld is 3x the size) but it looks amazing. the scale of the world is balanced in such a way that everything looks accessible but once you start your journey you realize just how far away it is. I thought the beginning area of the game was pretty big at first, now after discovering the entire map it looks tiny by comparison. Not only is the world massive, but its teaming with life and things to do. entire sections of the map are set up for new challenges. 900 Korok puzzles and 120 shrines more than make up for the lower amount of dungeons, and while some of the main dungeons are easier than others, they all pose a unique challenge and bring something new to the Zelda table, which is an intimidating task considering the fame of Ocarina of Time's Water Temple is among them.

    This game is a masterpiece, a watershed moment for a series that has been putting out hit after hit for over 30 years. i give it a 10/10    … Expand
  15. Eth14
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This game is almost perfect. Why? Well, the graphics, while not fully realistic, are simply stunning in handheld and docked mode. And while there is a few FPS drops here and there, these a rare, not very noticeable, and the game is completely playable.

    The explorable world is also this games strong point. You can go to almost anywhere you see, with hardly any limitations. Random enemy    This game is almost perfect. Why? Well, the graphics, while not fully realistic, are simply stunning in handheld and docked mode. And while there is a few FPS drops here and there, these a rare, not very noticeable, and the game is completely playable.

    The explorable world is also this games strong point. You can go to almost anywhere you see, with hardly any limitations. Random enemy encounters are also able to be overcame by multiple ways, the game doesn't force you to solve a puzzle or defeat an enemy in a particular way, it is up to you. The freedom you have is extraordinary,

    In my opinion, this game will go down as one of the best games of all time. Well done Nintendo, you have created a beautiful game that will be looked back on as the greatest game of the 2000s, if not ever.    … Expand
  16. Ahrimotto
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    A great game, a masterpiece without a doubt!
    Hundreds of hours of pure entertainment: if you like adventure, if you like gaming, you hardly can't love this one.

    It deserve a 10? Yes.
  17. ShadeBreaker015
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    I'm a sucker for open world games, and I love the characters and stories of Legend of Zelda. This game, in my opinion, is perfection. Sure, the frame rate dips, but that doesn't seem like a big deal tbh. I've never been to big on the Zelda series from a gameplay standpoint, as that just isn't my style. This game, on the other hand, is right up my alley, and I'm psyched out of my mind thatI'm a sucker for open world games, and I love the characters and stories of Legend of Zelda. This game, in my opinion, is perfection. Sure, the frame rate dips, but that doesn't seem like a big deal tbh. I've never been to big on the Zelda series from a gameplay standpoint, as that just isn't my style. This game, on the other hand, is right up my alley, and I'm psyched out of my mind that it's such a great game. I've already sunk hours and hours into it, I got the Switch at launch for it, and I adore the way you can go about anything at any point if you know what you're doing!

    Overall, this game deserves the praise it gets. It's purely amazing.    … Expand
  18. AnderFIVEon
    Mar 12, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A delightful adventure steered by your own ambition. I like to get straight to the point, the pros are evident, I'm not going to talk about that. Cons (for me). Drop FPS in built up areas, clunky menu system, lack of any linearity to enhance your path through the story and poor voice acting. All together, a technically good game, brilliant mechanics and creative/ limitless ways to play. Nothing is worth 10/10, no game is perfect, but BOTW delivered while I was playing it.… Expand
  19. FrankJaegerr
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    es el el primer zelda que de verdad siento esa sensación de aventura, desde el principio te dicen que no vayas con prisas, que te prepares para lo que viene, explorar es super gratificante, y no por las recompensas que puedas obtener explorando, sino viendo lugares, santuarios, enemigos, personajes...
    es un juego en el que me encanta perderme.
    gráficamente es precioso, los paisajes son    es el el primer zelda que de verdad siento esa sensación de aventura, desde el principio te dicen que no vayas con prisas, que te prepares para lo que viene, explorar es super gratificante, y no por las recompensas que puedas obtener explorando, sino viendo lugares, santuarios, enemigos, personajes...
    es un juego en el que me encanta perderme.
    gráficamente es precioso, los paisajes son hermosos y saber que todo lo que ves es explorable es genial.
    las mazmorras son entretenidas y no son nada frustrantes.
    la historia es simple pero efectiva, también es muy enigmática, te invita a seguir sabiendo que paso hace 100 años.
    aporte personal: me encanto la mecánica de la luna carmesí, le da mucha vida al mundo    … Expand
  20. outerCritic
    Mar 12, 2017
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game has several major flaws. The final boss is too easy to defeat and can be reached without defeating the 4 main bosses. The number of bosses is half of the amount in previous Zelda games-- 4 beast bosses in the current game compared to 7-8 bosses of older Zelda games. The frame rate drops to staggering levels very often. The overall color of the game and environment is pale and there is lots of glare.

    The final boss and ending were disappointing. There was no dialogue-- both Link and Gannon were mute. The final form of Gannon, when defeated, did not explode after an animation build up . Symbolic to an anticlimactic ending, the defeated Gannon merely vanished and faded. This felt conflicting and inadequate.    … Expand
  21. OGSinner
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This is really a great game. There's a small tutorial in the beginning but after that you're on your own. I have spent most of time hunting and gathering trying to come up with new recipes and it if I stumble into a shrine I'll welcome it. I can see myself playing this game until the new Mario cones out. I haven't been so enticed by the mysteries and secrets of a game since Majora's Mask.
  22. chackdx
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    GOTY El mejor juego que he jugado hasta el momento, durante mucho tiempo este juego se posicionara como uno de los mejores, aunque hay mucha gente que lo odia y la verdad no lo comprendo el porque
  23. teejmorrison
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    30+ hours in... barely scratched the surface. This is the best Zelda ever made, and one of the best games I've ever played.

    ONLY complaint I have is some framerate issues. They are much less frequent in handheld mode. Nevertheless, this game is a masterpiece.
  24. sodapopSquid
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    A finely tuned and well thought out game. One of the best games ever made, and THE best open world game ever made. A masterpiece in all senses of the word, This game will be remembered for decades.
  25. Dxcro
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Despues de jugar +45 horas este juego, me he podido dar cuenta que este juego era lo que la saga de TLOZ necesitaba, un aire fresco a una formula vieja pero que siempre atrae, aun mas ahora que Nintendo se ha subido a la moda del Open World.
    Este juego lo hace increible, con una direccion artistica hermosa y mecanicas de gameplay memorables ademas de una orquesta que hace un muy buen    Despues de jugar +45 horas este juego, me he podido dar cuenta que este juego era lo que la saga de TLOZ necesitaba, un aire fresco a una formula vieja pero que siempre atrae, aun mas ahora que Nintendo se ha subido a la moda del Open World.
    Este juego lo hace increible, con una direccion artistica hermosa y mecanicas de gameplay memorables ademas de una orquesta que hace un muy buen trabajo con la ambientacion de este. Para mi, un solido 10    … Expand
  26. sam91m
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Brilliant, I mean what is there left to say? Everything that can be said to praise this game has been already said. Just check out the reviews by the pro reviewers for all the detailed accurate reviews, as a user I can only say that I'm in love with this game.
  27. pokeanon
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Having played almost every Zelda and NOT liking them "that" much, I can finally say that this one deserves a perfect score. The whole series has some ups and downs, although usually being consistently good, but no other Zelda truly deserves a 10/10 like this one does. Breath of the Wild has been a necessary step for the franchise. It breaks rules that were starting to get repetitive inHaving played almost every Zelda and NOT liking them "that" much, I can finally say that this one deserves a perfect score. The whole series has some ups and downs, although usually being consistently good, but no other Zelda truly deserves a 10/10 like this one does. Breath of the Wild has been a necessary step for the franchise. It breaks rules that were starting to get repetitive in Zelda games, but most importantly, it expands the genre of Open World to new heights, with a superb use of physics, constant reward for exploration and a fantastically balanced mix of survival and fun gameplay. It is the Super Mario 64 of Zelda, as it makes you feel you can go anywhere and do anything... and you can.… Expand
  28. HunterXJacob
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Amazing game, some flaws but they are small. Can't believe all the false zeros and ones, Shame on you. Don't drown in the sea of salty haters, get it!
  29. Sandman83
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Amazing game. Massive world, things to do and discover everywhere. The story is absolutely asome. The graphics are probably the best I ever seen in any game.
  30. Aurasphaerum
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This game is simply amazing. Try it out, and you'll understand what I mean.
    The world is HUGE. There is so much to discover. I don't want to spoil anything, so I'll stop here.
    For those people complaining about graphics: I compared it to "Horizon: Zero Dawn" and I admit: Yes, BotW hasn't 4k or 451219 Fps, but because you see how much love Nintendo put into graphics you'll still love    This game is simply amazing. Try it out, and you'll understand what I mean.
    The world is HUGE. There is so much to discover. I don't want to spoil anything, so I'll stop here.

    For those people complaining about graphics: I compared it to "Horizon: Zero Dawn" and I admit: Yes, BotW hasn't 4k or 451219 Fps, but because you see how much love Nintendo put into graphics you'll still love the look of Breath of the Wild.

    The world is beautiful. The sounds and the calm music fit so very well...

    Breaking weapons lead you to think carefully when to use your weapons. So I like the system. What I also like is that you can play the game without hurting any animal. (I haven't finished the game yet, so I'm not a 100% sure) I just ate plants and mushrooms so far. No problem.

    Please give this game a chance. Because The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is...

    Absolutely a masterpiece.    … Expand
  31. MegaMagicMan
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild isn't just a normal game, the experience is one that you will never find anywhere else, this game is really big with so much to do, while the game is only 30 fps it fells like a 60 fps game despite a couple of frame rate drops that make it fell slightly worse which is almost minuscule amounts! Don't worry about the $20 DLC, as this game on it's own isThe Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild isn't just a normal game, the experience is one that you will never find anywhere else, this game is really big with so much to do, while the game is only 30 fps it fells like a 60 fps game despite a couple of frame rate drops that make it fell slightly worse which is almost minuscule amounts! Don't worry about the $20 DLC, as this game on it's own is already WAY MORE THAN A FULL GAME TRUST ME! I have done so much in this game I beat the story, and did over 40 shrines and supposedly my overall score on the map is only 20% There is so much more to do! This game is something else, and I recommend this game even if you aren't a Zelda fan, if you have a Wii U get the game on Wii U unless you have more reasons to get the Switch on day 1.… Expand
  32. TheRamosOnline
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    The best Zelda game ever released by Nintendo, without a doubt.
    After beating the game the first time, the Sheika Slake's map will display a percentage, and boy will this show you how truly massive the game is. I was only 17.26% done at the time of defeating the final boss!
    With 120 shrines, 900 Koroks and I have no idea how many side quests, this game will keep you busy for ages! A    The best Zelda game ever released by Nintendo, without a doubt.
    After beating the game the first time, the Sheika Slake's map will display a percentage, and boy will this show you how truly massive the game is. I was only 17.26% done at the time of defeating the final boss!
    With 120 shrines, 900 Koroks and I have no idea how many side quests, this game will keep you busy for ages!

    A few negatives include a frame rate chug when in docked 1080p mode. This can be solved by either forcing the TV Mode to 720p, but if you don't want to sacrifice crisp HD visuals then you'll have to make do with the chugging. It doesn't negatively impact the gameplay, but it can be bothersome to some.
    The graphics leave a lot to be desired, but they'll age well like Wind Waker did.

    Music - 7/10
    Ambient is the word best used to describe the music. Don't expect epic themes as you ride through Hyrule. Light ambient tunes based on previous Zelda melodies grace recurring areas, such as Zora's Domain and Goron City.

    Graphics - 6/10
    Don't get me wrong, the character models look amazing and the landscape is breathtaking. But at a distance, you'll see where corners were cut, as distant objects become super low poly to make it easier for the console to render. And don't think things get better up close, as many mountain textures are pretty low pixel too. But the lightning is rich, the dynamic grass is some of the best seen on a console and the art style is sure to age well.

    Gameplay - 10/10
    This is where Breath of the Wild shines. The world is truly open, and once you're off of the Great Plateau the options are endless!
    If you see it, you can go there! You're not playing a Paint By Numbers Zelda game like Ocarina of Time, the game doesn't hold your hand as it guides you through various mechanics. You're just thrust into the game and left to your own discoveries. It feels like a true survival game, no two players will have the same experience.
    Will you experiment with the controls and world around you, or will you uncover secrets and mechanics by pure chance? The kind of person you are will dictate the kind of experience you have playing Breath of the Wild.
    Patient players will find themselves sneaking around enemy camps and picking foes off one by one as they scramble to figure out what's going on.
    Reckless players will charge in, woefully unequipped and somehow come out alive, reaping the rewards of battle a little quicker than the patient players, but worse for ware.
    The game is truly open.
    While there's no confirmation on this, it seems the monster AI actually learns too. You may find yourself trying the "Bomb and Run" tactic only to find a monster kick your bomb back at you once it's been hit by this tactic a few times.

    This GAME is a straight 10/10.
    Sure, the graphics leave a bit to be desired, but do you pick up a board game for its pretty pictures or do you pick up a board game to play a fun game?    … Expand
  33. AnthLC
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    I have to say so glad I brought the Switch console and well Zelda BOTW is a killer game. I remember playing Zelda on Nintendo 64 and back then was one of my favourite games ever. They have done it again in my opinion. I am addicted and been playing all weekend. Hours of game play still to go.

    Really is sad that some users are putting negative reviews not because they played the game and    I have to say so glad I brought the Switch console and well Zelda BOTW is a killer game. I remember playing Zelda on Nintendo 64 and back then was one of my favourite games ever. They have done it again in my opinion. I am addicted and been playing all weekend. Hours of game play still to go.

    Really is sad that some users are putting negative reviews not because they played the game and like but because of a perceived bias from experts reviewers. Which I don't feel is true all game reviews have a element of bias.

    More sore grapes because the hype was correct and probably the best game of the year. The game play is not for everyone. If you not into exploring games (adventure) then don't purchase the game and don't knock it if not your cup of tea.

    The original Zelda game was much the same as this one, although this one is better simple because so much bigger. The element I like most about this game is what will be around the next hill or river. Usually a new part of the story and yes there is a story and it is good one.

    The graphics are not on par with PS4 or Xbox, but Nintendo realised a losing battle to compete on specs. For me Nintendo has always been about game play and plenty of it. But graphics play smoothly and I don't notice any lag or problems with frame rates.

    The paraglider is fantastic way of moving around and avoiding monsters if don't want to fight.

    Can't wait for further Switch games with great game play.

    The music is good and not annoying. You can play it on the move (portable) although looks better on big screen. Looking forward to further Switch games.    … Expand
  34. PokeLink64
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    First off, this is NOT BIAS. It's not my fault that most Zelda games are amazing. Besides, Breath of the Wild is a very different Zelda game.
    AND I HAVE PLAYED THE FRICKING GAME
    If you are gonna write a review for a video game, fricking play it first. And play it until you beat it. Unless it's a very long game like this one, then you should at least beat all the main dungeons, go to all    First off, this is NOT BIAS. It's not my fault that most Zelda games are amazing. Besides, Breath of the Wild is a very different Zelda game.
    AND I HAVE PLAYED THE FRICKING GAME
    If you are gonna write a review for a video game, fricking play it first. And play it until you beat it. Unless it's a very long game like this one, then you should at least beat all the main dungeons, go to all the towers, play for over 50 hours or something like that. Who knows, the game could get better.
    And I don't care if you're defending a game I love without playing it or not, JUST PLAY THE GAME FIRST, PLEASE
    Okay, here we go.

    Graphics: "Oh my, it's not 4K. Oh my gosh, the textures are so flat. Zelda's a*s isn't that great."
    No. The game looks beautiful. Why? BECAUSE IT DOESN'T FRICKING LOOK LIKE THE GOD DA*N REAL WORLD!
    If you WANT great graphics, watch a fricking movie, look at some pictures, GO FOR A WALK.
    Breath of the Wild's art style is amazing. DO YOU SEE THAT GRASS? AND THE SUN ON THE GRASS AND THE WATER AT SOME TIMES CAN BE SO FRICKING BEAUTIFUL OH MY GOD
    But yeah, some textures are flat, BUT YOU ONLY NOTICE THEM IF YOU TRY TO NOTICE THEM
    9.7 out of 10 for graphics.

    Music: Uh... Yeah, there isn't much. But it fits the game so well. And you could always play your own music with your phone or something.
    Most "songs" can be forgetable, but some are pretty great. Like the overworld boss themes.
    And the two trailer themes are FRICKING BEAUTIFUL
    8.4 out of 10 for music, because not much music fits the game pretty well.

    Story: Don't ask me lol
    I can never seem to concentrate on stories. When I was four to fourteen I always skipped the diaglog in all games lol.
    I tried to read the story in this game, and it's awesome.
    7.6 out of 10, because non-Zelda fans might not think it's that great. But what do I know about story?

    UI: 10/10. There's basically NO handholding. NONE. People who say there is are so dumb and are making up stuff just to give this game a bad review. Yeah, the game tells you some controls, BUT ONLY FOR A FEW SECONDS. AND AFTER AROUND AN HOUR IT'S DONE GIVING YOU TIPS AND STUFF LIKE THAT.

    Sounds: 10/10. The birds, water, Rupees and stuff all sound great. (At least on the Switch.)

    English Voice Acting: 9/10. I don't know much about voice acting, or talking lol, but most of it sounded great to me.

    Frame Rate: 5/10. It runs well. There are some dips with a lot of beautiful grass. But it doesn't bother me that much, becase it only happens to me once every hour or so. And it's such a great game that I can just ignore it. (But it's still a bad thing, though,)

    And Gameplay (THE MOST IMPORTANT THING) : Amazing. Exploring Hyrule, finding Shrines, fighting monsters, doing side quests, cooking, and gathering stuff are all great.

    You could easily spend over 100 hours exploring. Okay, maybe some people would get bored of that, but there's still quite a bit of awesome distracting stuff that you can't miss.

    Shrines can be very short, and some can be pretty easy. There's over 100 of these, so there's definitely some that will have a very smart player stumped for a long time. You just gotta find them.

    The weapon system is...good. Weapons breaking make it so if you find an "OP" item early, you won't be "OP" forever. ...But sometimes I feel like "Should I drop this weapon and get this one, or not?" And that's a bit annoying. Even though you can upgrade your inventory.

    Side quests and Shrine quests can be VERY confusing. I'm not sure if it's a good thing or not when I spent a few minutes looking for where this "cursed statue" is. I still can't find the exact one lol

    Cooking's cool, but I don't experament with it much. If you like to exparement with random stuff and see what you can come up with, then it'll be awesome for you.

    Gathering materials, gear, Rupees, and weapons is really cool because it gives you more things to do and choices. You can go fight a boss right away if you wanna be quick or be "cool", or prepare by making some food that'll give you buffs, and putting on clothes that gives you buffs, and fight the boss with ease. Maybe. There's one boss that kicked my a*s a lot...

    So, in conclusion, Breath of the Wild is a REALLY fun and addicting game, with great graphics, a pretty good story, and a good soundtrack that fits the game. Exploring the world is fun, and full of secrets and minigames just waiting to be found.
    10 out of fricking 10. A master piece.
    Definetly beter than Overrated of all Time.

    tl;dr: PLAY THE GAME BEFORE YOU BUY IT, the only games with bad graphics are N64 games and pre-NES games (and some other games like the sims 1), REALLY fun for hours, and Ocarina of Time is good, not amazing.    … Expand
  35. Suloly
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Un gran juego, con infinitas posibilidades, donde apetece pararse y observar.. por ahora el mejor Zelda al que he jugado! Me gusta también que se pueda jugar en cualquier parte, cuando quieras y como quieras!
  36. GMR
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild isn't just a breath of fresh air for this 30 year old series but a masterpiece in open world design.

    Within minutes of starting up the game you are thrown into a vast and sprawling world full of dense forests, tall snowy peaks, sandy deserts and much more. Breath of the wild gives you all your necessary ability’s right from the start so you can do    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild isn't just a breath of fresh air for this 30 year old series but a masterpiece in open world design.

    Within minutes of starting up the game you are thrown into a vast and sprawling world full of dense forests, tall snowy peaks, sandy deserts and much more. Breath of the wild gives you all your necessary ability’s right from the start so you can do anything you desire. Having most of your main ability’s available right from the start does take away from the progression aspect of Zelda but with an open game like Breath of the Wild it is understandable.

    The game is filled with things to do from completing side quests, playing mini games or (my favourite) completing shrines there's a lot of content here to pull you away from the main story/quest. Shrines are a clever mini dungeon that can vary from a test of strength to a puzzle these shrines are a great way of rewarding players who like to explore.

    The games story has been more fleshed out than ever with a griping story (which is completely optional if you so wish) and full blown animated cut scenes with voice acting. The story makes the world feel more alive and helps you feel like you are on a grand adventure.

    The main quest is also great with 4 main dungeons that have you manipulate them yourself rather then have you solving puzzles. I really don't have much more to say on the main quest as it something that needs to played to fully understand.

    The game runs well on the Wii U and on the Switch. However, I did notice the game frame rate drops when going into areas with lots of trees. However, this is only a small annoyance.

    Breath of the Wild is one of the most creative games I've ever played. It realise on you thinking outside the box and using your head. I have never felt so immersed in a game since Ocarina of Time on the N64. It is a game everyone needs to play!

    10/10    … Expand
  37. grant21
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    I agree with the poster below. The game is not in depth as some might say. Especially for those of us who have been playing RPGs for a while. You won't see the character development that you'll see in games like the Witcher. The lore of the game is severely lacking as well. However, I didn't expect any of these things coming into this game. What I expected was a game of intricate designI agree with the poster below. The game is not in depth as some might say. Especially for those of us who have been playing RPGs for a while. You won't see the character development that you'll see in games like the Witcher. The lore of the game is severely lacking as well. However, I didn't expect any of these things coming into this game. What I expected was a game of intricate design that is largely puzzle based. I feel like this game was what I expected plus more. The side quests are nothing special. The main quests are not clear and quite confusing. But the game itself is incredible. The shrines provide a nice change of pace from the world. I feel where Zelda shines from it's competition is through its puzzles. This game has you use different technologies in order to progress through a puzzle. Overall, I'd give this game an A. The best Zelda since Majora's Mask.… Expand
  38. bumpkinvillage
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Este juego es excelente. Es el mejor juego que he jugado. He jugado el juego por más de 30 horas y me ha encantado. El mejor juego de zelda de todos los tiempos. Lo recomiendo
  39. Scrubtart
    Mar 12, 2017
    9
    I honestly have to temper my enthusiasm about this game and sit back and think about it to not immediately give it a ten.
    Once critical thought is applied you see that this game is heavily inspired by pre-existing concepts from the rpg genre of video games like skyrim, dark souls among others. However, these concepts are expertly integrated and polished to a fine sheen. This game feels    I honestly have to temper my enthusiasm about this game and sit back and think about it to not immediately give it a ten.
    Once critical thought is applied you see that this game is heavily inspired by pre-existing concepts from the rpg genre of video games like skyrim, dark souls among others. However, these concepts are expertly integrated and polished to a fine sheen. This game feels like the culmination of years of open world games in that it feels like one of the few games in the genre to truly capture what open world games should be about. Exploration, discoveries, loot, and just an overall freedom of play. This game doesn't seem to discourage any kind of playstyle and in fact seems to encourage all of them. Its easy enough to seek out the core story and run right to main quests if you so desire but if you explore naturally these parts of the game will organically reveal themselves to you as well.

    People complain about the graphics in this game. I will never understand it. Look up some screenshots from the game. Beautiful sweeping landscapes that approximate real world environments giving it the same feel that makes a sunset over the mountains irl beautiful. Other games like final fantasy turn to unrealistic worlds that do look beautiful but something about how natural and alive the world feels in BotW grips me. I will spend countless hours exploring the surprisingly populated gigantic map and coaxing out all of this game's secrets.

    While critically this game may not make many landmark advances for the genre, I cannot deny its just plain fun! I have a blast playing BotW and I'm not going to pretend I need anything more from a video game,

    If you look at a lot of these 0 score reviewers, just check their other reviews. it seems the release of horizon zero dawn (which I can make no claims about until I play it) has generated some unfriendly competition for some reason.    … Expand
  40. SpaceJam
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Absolutely enamored by Breath of the Wild. It's funny how the game takes place 100 years after the destruction of Hyrule yet everything seems so peaceful and the people seem happy. There are so many storylines within this game. From helping a farmer meet his dream girl. To helping a solder catch a criminal. There is a abundance of content to keep you busy. The game also has you (spoiler) discover Princess Zelda's lost camera. You visit the locations of the images in the photo gallery in order to recollect a memory of what happened. It's a very unique approach to the Zelda story. The main story quest line revolves around you taking control of the 4 Divine Beasts of Hyrule, which Ganon took under possession shortly before the downfall. I've had an absolute blast with it.… Expand
  41. joshistory
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    My life has essentially been Work and Zelda over the last week. I am so addicted and have yet to run out of things to do. Right now, I'm trying to find every Korok so I can upgrade my sword/bow inventory. I've done some of the main story but keep getting distracted. I've played very few open world games outside of this and GTA so I might need to check out Horizon, Skyrim, and the Witcher.My life has essentially been Work and Zelda over the last week. I am so addicted and have yet to run out of things to do. Right now, I'm trying to find every Korok so I can upgrade my sword/bow inventory. I've done some of the main story but keep getting distracted. I've played very few open world games outside of this and GTA so I might need to check out Horizon, Skyrim, and the Witcher. All those look brilliant too. This game made the Switch purchase worth it. Though I have no idea what I'm going to play on it after I complete the game in its entirety.… Expand
  42. Sastuma
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Honestly, I feel this game is more a 9/10 due to performance issues in docked mode. But since it's getting hit hard with low scores, I'll give it a 10. Outside of the frame drops, the game is incredible. I've spent hours just climbing, exploring, and hunting. It truly is an amazing experience. I was disappointed at the lack of traditional dungeons. I'm trying not to spoil the game, butHonestly, I feel this game is more a 9/10 due to performance issues in docked mode. But since it's getting hit hard with low scores, I'll give it a 10. Outside of the frame drops, the game is incredible. I've spent hours just climbing, exploring, and hunting. It truly is an amazing experience. I was disappointed at the lack of traditional dungeons. I'm trying not to spoil the game, but you'll see what I mean by the 4 "dungeons" that aren't really dungeons. However the variety of shrines makes up for it, as they provide a quick "dungeon experience." We need another Water Temple, Nintendo! jk lol but I hope the expansion does incorporate a long and intricate designed temple.… Expand
  43. ErnestGamingEC
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    I am a legend of zelda fan but Damn this game is so awesome with the switch it is portable for a while but it is cool from the start you don't have weapon and you collect resources I like when you use weapon you could break easily and you could find another one than you can go anywhere you go explore or even fight Ganon already the amount of free and cutting tree and even push rock isI am a legend of zelda fan but Damn this game is so awesome with the switch it is portable for a while but it is cool from the start you don't have weapon and you collect resources I like when you use weapon you could break easily and you could find another one than you can go anywhere you go explore or even fight Ganon already the amount of free and cutting tree and even push rock is better than horizon zero dawn… Expand
  44. lachito
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This is Nintendo's Magnum Opus. The company had literally done everything wrong since the Wii. Putting motion controls into Skyward Sword really ruined the game. But this game, they did everything right. They finally added a long overdue quest log. In games like Majora's Mask, you had to remember every sidequest. This should have been added years ago. NPC dialogue is also very in depth.This is Nintendo's Magnum Opus. The company had literally done everything wrong since the Wii. Putting motion controls into Skyward Sword really ruined the game. But this game, they did everything right. They finally added a long overdue quest log. In games like Majora's Mask, you had to remember every sidequest. This should have been added years ago. NPC dialogue is also very in depth. If you try to jump off a bridge while you're next to an NPC, he'll plead for you not to do it. You can really tell that Nintendo put in the work for this game. I'm not a little less skeptical about Nintendo's future, seeing how brilliant this game was.… Expand
  45. KZNevada
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Amazing game!!!!!!! Seriously, well done Nintendo. I loved the characters in the game. They have that quirky Nintendo design to them. Definitely a very Japanese influenced game compared to past Zeldas. Some parts of the game felt like they were modeled after Kyoto. Especially Karakiko Village. Unlike past Zelda games, you don't unlock key items that are necessary to progress in the story.Amazing game!!!!!!! Seriously, well done Nintendo. I loved the characters in the game. They have that quirky Nintendo design to them. Definitely a very Japanese influenced game compared to past Zeldas. Some parts of the game felt like they were modeled after Kyoto. Especially Karakiko Village. Unlike past Zelda games, you don't unlock key items that are necessary to progress in the story. You can go anywhere you want, but if you head to Hyrule Castle...well, good luck lol.… Expand
  46. Kawooster
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This review will more than likely end up lost in the thousands of others, but I just had to make one. I just finished the game as recently as an hour ago. Of course not 100% But fought my way to the final boss, which required me to invest over 60 hours into the game. So, I believe my review on this from my side of things will be more than valid.

    To Start off, does this game really    This review will more than likely end up lost in the thousands of others, but I just had to make one. I just finished the game as recently as an hour ago. Of course not 100% But fought my way to the final boss, which required me to invest over 60 hours into the game. So, I believe my review on this from my side of things will be more than valid.

    To Start off, does this game really deserve the praise and constant 10/10 ratings? The answer to that is......No, it does not. Does that mean that it deserves a 5 or even a 6 like some people have been given it.....No, it also does not.

    I feel the hype to this game and how amazing the game is for the first 30 or so hours, inflated the score to much higher than it should be....Oh yeah, it's also a Zelda game......that too.

    It's definitely a huge step away from a traditional Zelda game, as many already know. This isn't a bad thing, I couldn't stop playing this game since I received it at launch with my Nintendo Switch. There is a interesting charm and play style to this game that makes it difficult to put down the control. The world and scenery is gorgeous and the unlimited play options will make it a joy to play for many hours, even days, to come.

    Figuring out the best possible way to take enemies on is a whole game in itself. Do you come in swinging or pick them off one by one with your bow? The choice is yours, and there's an unlimited amount of possibilities. As you progress you become stronger and stronger, which makes even the toughest of enemies that much easier to take down. With your arsenal of possibilities, even a fight that seems impossible may turn out in your favor.

    The side quests are fruitful, with some of them being much longer than an actual part of your main quest line. The side characters are also very well thought out, and have great depth and character (Most of them)
    The shrines you find scattered out in the world are interesting. Some of them can be very challenging and may take upwards of 20 minutes and a fair amount of brain power. Others, my seven year old nephew could finish in a minute or two (True story)
    All in all, the shrines are a very nice addition and can be a nice break from the constant threat of enemies trying to end your life every few minutes.

    But....That's where the fun ends.

    Did these reviewers completely overlook this games obvious shortcomings on purpose? Did they ignore them? Did they have their filthy hands in Nintendo's pockets too deep? Or did they completely avoid mentioning them for the sake of being a complete and utter "Zelda fanboy"?
    I love Zelda, always have and always will. But to deny this games shortcomings, is well.......A shortcoming in itself, isn't it....?

    To begin. Why are their no temples? Why on earth in a Zelda game isn't there a single god damn temple!?
    That's like eating a Peanut butter and Jelly sandwich, without any Jelly.
    It's like having a $2000 Gaming computer, but it runs on Windows 98
    It's like trying to play a guitar, but the guitar has no strings...Anyway, catch my drift?

    The Divine beasts are not temples! I'll say it again. The Divine beasts, are NOT TEMPLES....
    You know what they are? A single room, with a few puzzles....A glorified shrine.
    I feel like Nintendo concentrated so much on freedom and ridiculous weapons that break in about three hits (Don't even get me started on that) That they forgot about a key Zelda ingredient...Temples or dungeons, what ever you want to call them.
    How can they forget something that makes Zelda so great?
    Look, I like the divine beasts, but come one, nothing beats a good ol' Forest Temple or Shadow Temple. By the end of it, I would have even been happy with a Water Temple, that's how much I was missing a proper Temple.
    Can you really consider a temple, something you can finish in 15 minutes? Seriously, the stupid Elephant one took me 15 minutes to do, 20 including the boss.
    What a let down....

    The Story......Wait, what story? The attempted story is atrocious, along with the so called voice acting, which is so cringe worthy that you would rather skip it than sit through another moment.

    So, you beat Calamity Ganon, then what? Absolutely nothing......No, seriously...Nothing. No special weapon, no special shield, no special item...Nothing.
    The game actually makes you load in from your last save before beating him if you want to continue playing.
    ........I know, ridiculous, right?
    What's the point of beating him, why even bother with it? You shouldn't bother with it. The boss fight wasn't even amazing. I had tougher fights with some random enemies scattered through out the world.

    This review has gotten too long and I don't have many characters left, so I'll have to stop with the complaining there.

    This isn't a 10/10 game, but it definitely deserves at least an 8/10. Though, I'll be giving it a 10/10 on here, to counteract all the lame ass people giving it a 0/10 and they haven't even played it..

    Lamos! ;)    … Expand
  47. rooshivader
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    It's amazing that after 30 years, Nintendo found a new way to reinvent one of their most storied IPs. I say this as someone who thought Twilight Princess was a boring remake of Ocarina of Time. I really haven't loved a Zelda title since Wind Waker on Gamecube. This title is different. It's the first true Zelda game that you can find yourself getting lost in. The world is huge and full ofIt's amazing that after 30 years, Nintendo found a new way to reinvent one of their most storied IPs. I say this as someone who thought Twilight Princess was a boring remake of Ocarina of Time. I really haven't loved a Zelda title since Wind Waker on Gamecube. This title is different. It's the first true Zelda game that you can find yourself getting lost in. The world is huge and full of things to do. I just discovered you can shield surf down hills and mountains (though doing so reduces the durability of the shield). I feel like I'm discovering something new every time I play it.… Expand
  48. GamingTV
    Mar 11, 2017
    3
    I gave this game a 3/10 for many reasons, this game has many many issues. Such as the weapon system is extremely horrible where your weapons breaks every few hits, which in turn is a bad design that could be fixed through a patch by making weapons have durability points that you can gain or lose based on how and where you could hit the enemies. Another issue I have is the very ugly 160%I gave this game a 3/10 for many reasons, this game has many many issues. Such as the weapon system is extremely horrible where your weapons breaks every few hits, which in turn is a bad design that could be fixed through a patch by making weapons have durability points that you can gain or lose based on how and where you could hit the enemies. Another issue I have is the very ugly 160% aliasing that's in this game that makes it look like smog in the game all the time that you normally see in a 720p generation, but this is 2017 where consoles should be pushing for 4k, my galaxy phone does 4k, why can't the switch be 2.5k again? another issue is the mass lag. it is almost game breaking. Although i know ppl are saying there is a lot to do, however these are probably zelda fans that has never played an mmorpg that has never experienced questing and professions before, but it really doesn't offer anything different and creative, the problem is, the game doesn't offer a goal or objective to your quest, you are just thrown out into the world completing random mediocre quests, no explanation, no solid plot, just you and the world… Expand
  49. koshiman
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Just finished the game. How so many people were able to review this game is kinda ridiculous. I've been playing literally non stop since last weekend. Definitely one of my top 3 of all time. Don't know if this tops Ocarina though. That game is the GOAT of video games. But it comes close. This game is based upon discovery. You discover new shrines, new towers, new stables, new villages.Just finished the game. How so many people were able to review this game is kinda ridiculous. I've been playing literally non stop since last weekend. Definitely one of my top 3 of all time. Don't know if this tops Ocarina though. That game is the GOAT of video games. But it comes close. This game is based upon discovery. You discover new shrines, new towers, new stables, new villages. There is not quest path like in other RPGs. The music is sublime. Heavily influenced by Studio Ghibli. Very piano driven and subtle. Though, you'll have more classic sounding Zelda music in the towns and shrines. And the stable music reminds me of Lon Lon Ranch. I really loved this game. Just another masterpiece in a series that never ceases to disappoint.… Expand
  50. StealthShift
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Amazing game, it's the sequel to Ocarina of time I've been waiting for! The story is very entertaining and the endless amount of hours you will spend playing leaves a lasting impression. The devs went the extra mile in adding details that fans of the series will enjoy discovering as they play the game
  51. Rycat_Meow
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Worlds better than I expected, and I expected the best. The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild does everything it tried to achieve right, from its mind bending shrines to its open world landscape that's filled with a myriad of distractions Breath of the Wild hits the 10/10 mark for me,
  52. Steide56
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I have rarley, if ever, felt such freedom and creativity in playing a game. The game lets you experiment with so many different mechanics and whenever you think something SHOULD work it usually does. Cut down a tree, throw the gathered firewood somewhere, use a fire arrow to light it, take out a wodden club, let it catch fire, use it to burn some grass, let the warm stream of air emittedI have rarley, if ever, felt such freedom and creativity in playing a game. The game lets you experiment with so many different mechanics and whenever you think something SHOULD work it usually does. Cut down a tree, throw the gathered firewood somewhere, use a fire arrow to light it, take out a wodden club, let it catch fire, use it to burn some grass, let the warm stream of air emitted from the grass take you into the sky with your paraglider, glide some distance to a mokoblin stronghold, drop down, use the mid-air bullet time to shoot the first mokoblin on watchout in the head, surf down a slope on your shield while you fire arrows at the surprised creatures legolas style. I LOVE IT!!!… Expand
  53. dbooker
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Please address the trolling Metacrtic. Most of the negative ratings don't even have reviews which is unbelievable on your part. This game is at least a 9/10. I'm not sure if I could give it a full 10/10 due to the frame rate issue but the gameplay and enjoyment do really compensate for it. The frame rate issue is bad on the Plateau and in the regions with high vegetation. Also notice itPlease address the trolling Metacrtic. Most of the negative ratings don't even have reviews which is unbelievable on your part. This game is at least a 9/10. I'm not sure if I could give it a full 10/10 due to the frame rate issue but the gameplay and enjoyment do really compensate for it. The frame rate issue is bad on the Plateau and in the regions with high vegetation. Also notice it when there are a lot of shadows/weather effects. I'd realistically give this game a 9.6. But since I have to choose between 9 and 10, I'll give it a perfect score. It really is that good.… Expand
  54. lucidgate
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    The game is alright, the overworld is really good and the mini bosses and fun but the shrines/dungeons are pretty bad. It's sad to think the potential they had for classic Zelda dungeons but oh well. 10/10 It's alright.
  55. SilentNinja
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I'm not going to post any spoilers. I really don't know how to review this game without spoiling it. The game resembles the original Zelda. You start off with a Sword and nothing else. In this case, it's an axe. You are continuously picking up new weapons as you progress through the game so don't get attached. As you enter new areas, you begin to understand the structure of the game andI'm not going to post any spoilers. I really don't know how to review this game without spoiling it. The game resembles the original Zelda. You start off with a Sword and nothing else. In this case, it's an axe. You are continuously picking up new weapons as you progress through the game so don't get attached. As you enter new areas, you begin to understand the structure of the game and how you learn the story. It's an absolute masterpiece. I really enjoyed this game and I'm looking forward to playing Horizon next week. Thank god for great video games!… Expand
  56. amstans
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This is the finest crafted game I have ever played. There is so much attention to detail it is truly awe inspiring. It never gets stale or boring as there is a wonderful variety of baddies and weapon sets without feeling too overwhelmed. You are allowed to do whatever you want and go at your own pace. The story is simple enough and unfolds as you progress organically towards saving Zelda.This is the finest crafted game I have ever played. There is so much attention to detail it is truly awe inspiring. It never gets stale or boring as there is a wonderful variety of baddies and weapon sets without feeling too overwhelmed. You are allowed to do whatever you want and go at your own pace. The story is simple enough and unfolds as you progress organically towards saving Zelda. It is easy to get sidetracked by the fun side quests and it almost never seems like it is too hard, even though some of the puzzles can be complex and take more time than others; it never feels like a chore. I love the atmosphere in Breath of the Wild and as a long time fan of the series I am very happy to have not been disappointed. The music, the art style, the tight controls all lend themselves to a game that is accessible to all players. In the weeks leading up to it I played the original Legend of Zelda and while technology has advanced in years, this iconic series has remained loyal to it's creation. Highly recommended.… Expand
  57. sanjaypatel
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Sorry Nintendo fans. I'm an Xbox gamer and I'm used to our exclusives being bombarded with Sony ponies. Just immature fanboys who aren't old enough to afford multiple consoles. The user score doesn't mean anything. It's just another reason to not take the gaming community seriously. Everyone knows this game is amazing. Even the ones giving it a 0. The are just mad that this is the game ofSorry Nintendo fans. I'm an Xbox gamer and I'm used to our exclusives being bombarded with Sony ponies. Just immature fanboys who aren't old enough to afford multiple consoles. The user score doesn't mean anything. It's just another reason to not take the gaming community seriously. Everyone knows this game is amazing. Even the ones giving it a 0. The are just mad that this is the game of the generation while Horizon, Nier, Nioh, and Persona are the respective flavor of the week that will be forgotten in a month. I do appreciate you guys for not returning the negativity by tanking those review pages. Just shows that you're a much more mature community. However, I do implore metacritic to moderate these reviews. Anyone who scored a negative review within the first few days of launch is clearly a troll.… Expand
  58. zedd009
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The history of the Royal Family is the history of the Calamity Ganon. Funny, I never knew about this Calamity Ganon before this game but boy..is he terrifying. The game is beautiful, emotion, and most of all...extremely difficult. The difficulty seems to get less and less as you pick up learned abilities, better weapons, armor, etc. But it is without question the most difficult 3D Zelda. Though not as bad as Adventure of Link. I really enjoyed this game and hope you guys give it a chance. Especially the neckbeard Sony fans giving this game a 0.… Expand
  59. GiddyGoat
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Best open wold game I have played so far. Beautiful artwork, engaging game play and some awesome new concepts. For example, I thought I'd hate the fragile weapons, but it forces me to be smarter and adapt. Fantastic game!
  60. Gecko300
    Mar 11, 2017
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'll some this up in one sentence.
    This is a great game, it's not a great Zelda game.

    Lets start with THE GOOD:
    -The open world aspect IS fun, exploring the world and wanting to know what's just over that next ridge is thrilling. (However this does wear thin pretty fast .... see bad.)
    -The combat is probably better than it has ever been; rather than enemies being mostly a nuisance that you just thwack away at...these enemies take some timing, potions and skill; especially in that early-mid game. It's not dark souls/witcher but it's V.Good for Zelda.
    -The artistic design is nice and never gets stale to look at. It's a far cry from the drab and dreary OoT or Twilight princess.
    -It's different...hell that might be a bad or a good thing but I'm putting it in the good. Zelda has been doing the same thing for 30 years and it's nice to see them try something else.

    THE BAD:
    -The story, I'm not asking for greatness in a Zelda game, however it was so cool in OoT when you pull out the sword and fly forward in time...In link to the past when you go to the dark world. Where is THAT here? It feels like I'm playing half the game most the time...with all the coolest and most fleshed out characters left 100 years in the past!
    -The "dungeons." These are embarrassing to say the least, why even keep these hollow shells of their former renditions in the game? Just try something different. Instead we are left with what essentially comes down to 4 larger shrines that take all of 10-15 minutes to complete with 0 difficulty and 4 end bosses that fight/look almost identical.
    -The sidequests, 90% of these SUCK SO MANY EGGS. This is basically about an effort/reward type deal. Minor spoilers but one person wants me to go searching high and low for rare ingredients or a super rare weapon and rewards me with JUST 100 Rupees!!! (Which I could get in 3 minutes from grabbing all the apples in a town and throwing them in a pot.) With heart/stamina containers given out for completing the shrines and the breakable weapons it almost makes the sidequests completely pointless.
    -Which goes back to exploring...I used to search in Zelda games because you are looking for that hidden quest that leads to a heart piece or some rupee's for a bag upgrade. But with nothing to really upgrade other than armor it's kinda worthless other than just enjoying the beautiful world.

    THE UGLY
    -The music: for a series that is known for it's beautiful music...this game is severely lacking in it. A few musical cue's here and there and a bit of fight music. The rest of the time enjoy the dead silence and the sound of Links sword banging against his shield.
    -The faaaaarming. Ok the most farming I've personally ever done in a Zelda game before this is about 30 mins farming in Majoras mask for the biggest wallet upgrade. But in BotW my God...to upgrade all the armor would take hundreds of hours of just running around following the bleeping and picking up fish/mushrooms/guts/butterfly's. I think I've already put in over 15 hours of solid farming for armor upgrades.

    Again this review may come off as negative but it is a beautiful and fun game.
    However take out the useless side quests, crappy farming and kinda not worthwhile exploring and you're left with maybe 12 hours of main quest line for a mediocre story.

    It might be harsh...however if they continued to improve on this formula + did the classic 2D Zelda for a handheld console. I think I'd be in heaven.    … Expand
  61. ginobiliti
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I've never seen so many troll comments on a meta critic page. I primarily game on PS4 and this makes me a bit ashamed of our community. Clearly this game is fantastic, yet people are so petty that they felt a need to bring the user score down. I picked up a Switch on launch date and have been playing this game since. It's one of the best in years. I'd say that the Critics score is moreI've never seen so many troll comments on a meta critic page. I primarily game on PS4 and this makes me a bit ashamed of our community. Clearly this game is fantastic, yet people are so petty that they felt a need to bring the user score down. I picked up a Switch on launch date and have been playing this game since. It's one of the best in years. I'd say that the Critics score is more alligned with the actual game rather than the user score. Apparently, the gaming community is too immature to handle a gaming rating system.… Expand
  62. Becks007
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    To sum up I have been playing this game for 3 days straight, have barely scratched the surface of it but all I can say is amazing. I keep finding new things all the Tim that surprise me, you can literally do anything you can imagine! It's the best game I've played period! How people can leave scores of 0 when they've never played it is beyond me! Everyone needs to experience this gameTo sum up I have been playing this game for 3 days straight, have barely scratched the surface of it but all I can say is amazing. I keep finding new things all the Tim that surprise me, you can literally do anything you can imagine! It's the best game I've played period! How people can leave scores of 0 when they've never played it is beyond me! Everyone needs to experience this game including Sony and Microsoft fanboys so they can experience actual substance and amazing gameplay over graphic dull games! This is game is gorgeous and will stand the test of time just as every other Zelda game has! Truly game of the century! Nintendo has done it again!!!… Expand
  63. WolfyPkMn
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I love this game. the graphics are amazing the story is great and this game should have a 10/10 on user scores BECAUSE ITS JUST SO GOOD AND IT IS NOW ONE OF MY FAVORITE VIDEO GAMES OF ALL TIME :D (ALSO STOP GIVING ZEROS BECAUSE YOUR A FAT DRUNK GUY IN A RECLINER IN HIS MOMS BASEMENT)
  64. AppleJames
    Mar 11, 2017
    9
    At first I got real doubtful of this game, I thought it would be pretty empty with not a lot of things to do, However, when I picked this game up and started playing I realized the game had a bunch of little distractions like Korok Puzzles and Shrines sprinkled through the game that keep you entertained to keep playing seeking out the next thing for you to do, although this kinda getsAt first I got real doubtful of this game, I thought it would be pretty empty with not a lot of things to do, However, when I picked this game up and started playing I realized the game had a bunch of little distractions like Korok Puzzles and Shrines sprinkled through the game that keep you entertained to keep playing seeking out the next thing for you to do, although this kinda gets flawed as you progress in the game, as there is less things to do and it starts feeling like a chore to seek out these tiny distractions.

    The game feels really immersive, NPCs and Enemies will react to their surroundings making the world feel real with their own daily routines, although I do wish that some quests and events would occur with the Day-Night Cycle, much like in Majora's Mask.

    Combat is also pretty great, but It is lacking some things established in older games, while introducing some new things. For starters there are weapon classes now, You got Spears, 2 Handed Swords, 1 Handed Swords, and Boomerangs. and not only do you have the Different Weapon Classes, but you have Weapons that have their own properties too, you'll come across weapons that are easier to use for Smashing Rocks, or Cutting Wood, or Swords that will send out a slash through the air.

    As for materials it's really fun to see what you can do with them in Cooking Recipes or as objects in the game world. Some items can be used as Fish Bait, while others can be used in a way that makes the game feel like a big sand box.

    I am kinda mixed on the story however. It feels like a Jumbled mess, and I think that may be what Nintendo was going for, but nothing is in exact order. The story takes place through various memories from 100 years ago but you need to go out to certain locations so link can remember what happened long ago. The Memories are in some of the most remote locations, but it does seam like a neat idea, as the game will give you Images of these locations and it encourages you to explore to find them. Thing is I didn't happen to stumble upon the locations, I actually went out and searched for them, if I were to just happen to randomly find these Places I would have felt so much better about this because it wouldn't have felt like such a chore, it would be this nice little neat moment where I discovered part of the story when i didn't even realize it. Either way the story is fine once you put all the pieces together, it's not exactly perfect, but it still works.

    Side quests are something that really bugged me in the game, most side quests are just Fetch Quests, where you go out and find an Item(s) and hand them over, however there are a few gems that do things much more different and those are the ones I absolutely love. Although it is pretty understandable that most of the Side Quests be Fetch Quests, I mean it's not like Nintendo was going to add a whole bunch of Unique Quests to such a big world. They would have to keep coming up with a bunch of brand new Ideas for Side Quests, ultimately pushing back the game longer.

    Overall, Breath of the Wild is an outstanding title for the series that breaks new boundaries, and I believe it should be held as one of the best Zelda Games in the series.    … Expand
  65. retrogeek45
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    A game of absolute brilliance. Worth buying a switch for this game alone in my opinion, i'm in awe honestly and at the moment am having a blast in this perfect game world. I hate you nintendo for many reasons,, you money grabbing lot but after making this game i can't help but love you too.
  66. MA3GNetwork
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This game is so awesome. I have never expected from an open world game to be that awesome. We have never seen any open world Zelda game since the first one back in 1986. This is totally one of the best launch titles ever. I have never saw a THAT great launch title for a system and this is the first ever Zelda game that I got hyped for.
  67. Driendl
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    O melhor jogo de todos os tempos... SÉRIO, Está absolutamente INCRÍVEL... Melhor Zelda já feito, Direção de arte perfeita. Enfim... A única coisa que "estraga" um pouco o jogo é a queda de frames... que não atrapalha NADA (Pra mim)... Mas pra certas pessoas... ENFIM... 10/10 MUITO BOM NINTENDO
  68. davidl42
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    el mejor juego de todos los tiempos, controles, graficos, mundo abierto, perfecto el mejor juego de todos los tiempos, luego de tantos año de espera gran titulo
  69. zuldo
    Mar 11, 2017
    9
    Good, but not 98/100 good. I was a little disappointed in creature variation/design, difficulty level (its always like medium difficulty, but after you unlock some "special abilities" you just become super overpowered), the shrines were a bit repetitive (i wish they'd made the puzzles a part of the world instead of the same instance over and over), and I really felt that I missed the oldGood, but not 98/100 good. I was a little disappointed in creature variation/design, difficulty level (its always like medium difficulty, but after you unlock some "special abilities" you just become super overpowered), the shrines were a bit repetitive (i wish they'd made the puzzles a part of the world instead of the same instance over and over), and I really felt that I missed the old way they did dungeons. The beasts are okay, but I didn't find the puzzles that interesting, and the beast bosses are just copy pasta? Would've liked to see some more creativity.

    Other than that, Im sure you've heard all the praise this game has gotten. Id give it a 90/100, so all in all still a great game, but its been a bit overhyped if you ask me.    … Expand
  70. EXFalchion
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    The more I play of Breath of the Wild, the more amazed I get. It's hard to put down. The last time I had this much fun was with The Wind Waker, and I might be having even more fun now. This game is what I always wanted from the Legend of Zelda series. Zelda fans, this game may be one of the greatest games you have ever played. Non-Zelda fans? Well, welcome. It's a fun experience regardlessThe more I play of Breath of the Wild, the more amazed I get. It's hard to put down. The last time I had this much fun was with The Wind Waker, and I might be having even more fun now. This game is what I always wanted from the Legend of Zelda series. Zelda fans, this game may be one of the greatest games you have ever played. Non-Zelda fans? Well, welcome. It's a fun experience regardless and one of Nintendo's greatest works. I predict that this will be looked back on as fondly as Ocarina of Time in the future.… Expand
  71. fitzmafia1
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Dude, The 8th highest IQ every was 170. Look it up. Great game! Anyone that talks trash is stupid or disabled. Love the open world and the story is the best!
  72. Drawnimo
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I am not a Legend of Zelda fan, but I have played a few of the previous games. That being said, I have only three words to say to you: BUY. THIS. MASTERPIECE.
  73. Ronin84
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I had to create an account to make this clear. BoTW is without doubt one of greatest games ever made and quite possibly the greatest. I've been gaming for 30 years and the feeling this game gives me is the same feeling I had playing Golden axe, Streets of Rage, Metal gear solid, GTA3 and the last of us. While all those games are incredible in their own right this game makes me feel proudI had to create an account to make this clear. BoTW is without doubt one of greatest games ever made and quite possibly the greatest. I've been gaming for 30 years and the feeling this game gives me is the same feeling I had playing Golden axe, Streets of Rage, Metal gear solid, GTA3 and the last of us. While all those games are incredible in their own right this game makes me feel proud to be a gamer. The physics in this game are incredible. I literally bought the switch for this game and I feel no remorse at all, I can't put the game down. A masterpiece is an understatement, this is how you make art.… Expand
  74. Wizelf402
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This is most likely my favorite game of all time. I have been a fan of Zelda ever since I first played it, and this raises it to an entirely new level of amazing. It's an incredible open world experience. The story is great, the combat feels fluid, and the world never feels empty. Nintendo has sidestepped all of the flaws that open world games usually have and created a true masterpiece.This is most likely my favorite game of all time. I have been a fan of Zelda ever since I first played it, and this raises it to an entirely new level of amazing. It's an incredible open world experience. The story is great, the combat feels fluid, and the world never feels empty. Nintendo has sidestepped all of the flaws that open world games usually have and created a true masterpiece. This is my vote for Game of The Year and anyone who gives this game a mixed or negative review is lying to themselves.… Expand
  75. jasonxoc
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    My fiance doesn't like games where you have to fight. She's absolutely addicted to breath of the wild. I absolutely love it. I've got about 50 hours into its ridiculously great.
  76. uNFixeD92
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    la esencia de tantos juegos adaptándolo a los nuevos tiempos en que ya todo se ah inventado e reinventado llega The legend of Zelda mejorando los mismos pilares que ayudo a levantar con el antiguo Ocarina of time del cual millones se han inspirado ahora es nintendo quien toma los frutos que dan los nuevos tiempos
    y la historia se repetirá.
    faltan juegos que respeten al usuario ,su    la esencia de tantos juegos adaptándolo a los nuevos tiempos en que ya todo se ah inventado e reinventado llega The legend of Zelda mejorando los mismos pilares que ayudo a levantar con el antiguo Ocarina of time del cual millones se han inspirado ahora es nintendo quien toma los frutos que dan los nuevos tiempos
    y la historia se repetirá.

    faltan juegos que respeten al usuario ,su intelecto , imaginación porque Zelda nos dice que podemos llegar a mas siempre ,aunque suele tomar su tiempo y mucho esfuerzo , como la historia que vive Link , pareciera mas que un juego y que bonito poder ver y vivir logros asi , gracias Nintendo y claro todos los que aportaron de una u otra manera solo con el echo de existir como fue el caso de The witcher 3.

    gracias Shigeru Miyamoto.    … Expand
  77. sushi24
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I created an account just to write a review for Zelda:

    This game feels like I was playing a gamified mix of Studio Ghibli Miyazaki's movies Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke and Nausicaa, it recalls those feelings with music (Is this Joe Hisaishi's???) and atmospheres. Usually when I play a game I try to rush to the end, while with this one I often find myself looking at the horizon.    I created an account just to write a review for Zelda:

    This game feels like I was playing a gamified mix of Studio Ghibli Miyazaki's movies Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke and Nausicaa, it recalls those feelings with music (Is this Joe Hisaishi's???) and atmospheres. Usually when I play a game I try to rush to the end, while with this one I often find myself looking at the horizon.

    Deserves a 10 in every category, but becomes a 9 due to the dropped frames when docked, not a deal breaker. I am happy I bought the switch just to play this game, totally worth the price. I feel like I am 10 again.    … Expand
  78. AppleSnatcher
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best in MY opinion in a long time, this game takes me back to 1998 when I played Ocarina of time for the first time and realized that I really love the Zelda-serie. Breath of the wild is a beautiful game that run smooth and have lot to promise in form of gaming experience. just the starting area is quite big and you can almost go and visit almost everything you can seeThis is one of the best in MY opinion in a long time, this game takes me back to 1998 when I played Ocarina of time for the first time and realized that I really love the Zelda-serie. Breath of the wild is a beautiful game that run smooth and have lot to promise in form of gaming experience. just the starting area is quite big and you can almost go and visit almost everything you can see on the screen. this game is in short a masterpiece that almost every Zelda-fan should play.… Expand
  79. Pluteoh
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    One of the best games ever.Great world puzzles and enemies.It is very hard to stop playing.The only complaint i have is that the dungeons arent that great otherwise this game is perfect
  80. Timmaahh
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. (DISCLAIMER: I am a PC gamer, I don't play on consoles often, there is a TL:DR at the bottom for those without patience to read through the entire thing.)

    First off: Nintendo are NOT known for their games to be super high resolution, so you 4k snobs who rated low, the console or PC master race people who's visual standards are too high to satisfy are missing the point entirely. This game is all about the game-play, and this is where Breath of the Wild shines.

    Breath of the Wild is an amazing addition to the story bringing a lot of people back to Ocarina of Time days, while still remaining new, exciting, and different. The nostalgia is definitely there. But this is unlike any Legend of Zelda game. Quite literally has the same characters and some new ones, but throws you into a world that is entirely different from any of the previous installments. Sure. Hyrule castle is there, Goron mountain is there, the Zoras and Gerudos are there but they are implemented in a way that they haven't been before, while keeping true to the nature of their respective beliefs and attitudes.

    The overall game-play of hunting and gathering, breakable weapons and shields, and puzzles that make you THINK makes Breath of the Wild challenging, while still being fun and rewarding. The open-ended, sandbox style, "go wherever you want," and "there is no wrong way to play," style of game-play is a welcomed addition to the franchise as well.

    The soundtrack, while being newly composed, has tones from the original Legend of Zelda and I found myself recognizing many of the tracks. Loving that the music was so new, but still nostalgic. The music alone gets a 10/10.

    My review may be biased because when I was a kid I played Ocarina of time on my Nintendo 64. One of my most favorite games of all time. While this game brings those of us who played those games back, it also does well in telling the story as you go which will help those who are just now playing their first Legend of Zelda game.

    If you are thinking about picking this game up, I highly recommend getting it. Only people that have a hard time figuring things out themselves, those who lack critical thinking skills, or those who lack the ability to problem solve and take time to think things out wont like this game. LOZ:BotW doesn't hold your hand, rather gives you dialogue queues to push you in certain directions if you are truly lost. But even then you have to find the right person to talk to.

    TL:DR - Breath of the Wild has a deep story with some nostalgic tones, amazing game-play mechanics, puzzles that make you actually think, all while keeping true to the series.
    10/10    … Expand
  81. eduinsane
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    It's beautiful and It's so fun I just could not put it down. Breath of the Wild is simply put the best Zelda since Ocarina of Time. The art, the gameplay, the music, the story, the mechanics, everything about it is close to perfection.
    Amazing sound track. Fun gameplay and Mechanics.
  82. Derpyman
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This game is kind of amazingly awesome. You don't need to get the switch version, but if you do, you are doing yourself a huge favour. It is a totally huge world, so you will find yourself getting lost in it all the time. I have not beat the game yet, and I don't intend to for a little bit longer just so that I can explore even more. Every single place has something new and exciting. It'sThis game is kind of amazingly awesome. You don't need to get the switch version, but if you do, you are doing yourself a huge favour. It is a totally huge world, so you will find yourself getting lost in it all the time. I have not beat the game yet, and I don't intend to for a little bit longer just so that I can explore even more. Every single place has something new and exciting. It's not just a bunch of mountains and fields to make it look big. The world is packed with everything that you could ever want. The weapons breaking seems like it would be pretty annoying, which it can be at times, but otherwise, it is really cool because you feel like you are in the world and trying to survive. There are some places that have slight frame drops, but who honestly cares. Get this game. I wouldn't be surprised if it game got game of the year. You should just get it right now. Also, don't lick the cartridge :)… Expand
  83. ILoveGames213
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing and my favorite Zelda game as well as one of my most favorite games of all time. People giving it bad reviews 90% of the time have never played it not knowing how amazing this game is. The graphics are beautiful, the combat is intriguing yet challenging, the story is fun to uncover as you play, and the size of the game is huge. If you gave this game a bad review, iThis game is amazing and my favorite Zelda game as well as one of my most favorite games of all time. People giving it bad reviews 90% of the time have never played it not knowing how amazing this game is. The graphics are beautiful, the combat is intriguing yet challenging, the story is fun to uncover as you play, and the size of the game is huge. If you gave this game a bad review, i urge you to play this game for yourself and experience it. People aren't giving this game 10/10's because it's "Zelda", but because it's truly a masterpiece.… Expand
  84. codizzle009
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Just Wow! I'm like 15-20hrs into this game and I feel like I barely just started, the world is that huge. I can't get enough of this game and it's kind of taking over my life!
  85. AweSplat
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The BEST GAME EVER! I just love it! Even though the guardians are hard, I would have to do some stealth. Wow! The plateau is really huge having mountains and shrines and I would recommend getting heart containers first because when you're pulling out the master sword, it requires like at least getting 9 containers! If you don't have enough, then it's GAME OVER.… Expand
  86. Birddles
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Fantastic and enjoying masterpiece from Nintendo. There are endless hours of exploration and freedom. From story to game play I loved every minute. While i am only 50 hours into the game with a completed main story there is so much I could still do.
  87. delong
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    One of the best games of the last decade. Just a great way to launch the Switch after the disaster that was the Wii U. This game really seems like it was made for older gamers. The combat and difficulty is not quote on the level of Dark Souls, but it does show its resemblances. The story is the classic Zelda story. Can't go in without spoiling the game. The characters in this game areOne of the best games of the last decade. Just a great way to launch the Switch after the disaster that was the Wii U. This game really seems like it was made for older gamers. The combat and difficulty is not quote on the level of Dark Souls, but it does show its resemblances. The story is the classic Zelda story. Can't go in without spoiling the game. The characters in this game are exceptionally funny compared to the grim characters in past Zelda games. All in all, I can say that I'm very pleased with the game.… Expand
  88. EduardoPilla
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Masterpiece. Can't say that I've played too many games on this level. The depth of the game is incredible. The absence of physical barriers really sets it apart from its open world contemporaries. You can reach any point of the map that is visible. You can climb any mountain as long as you prepare with the right type of stamina boosting potions. They really thought this game through and itMasterpiece. Can't say that I've played too many games on this level. The depth of the game is incredible. The absence of physical barriers really sets it apart from its open world contemporaries. You can reach any point of the map that is visible. You can climb any mountain as long as you prepare with the right type of stamina boosting potions. They really thought this game through and it shows in the intelligent design of Hyrule.… Expand
  89. Larrizmo
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Be prepared to die a lot in this game. Best way to prepare is hunting, cooking, and making elixirs. Many of the enemies will one shot you too so you'll need to be extra careful compared to past Zelda games. However, the ability to manually save everywhere takes a lot of stress out of the game. So make sure you save your progress after climbing every mountain, crossing a long river, etc.
  90. raptoryeezy
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Easily makes my top 2 list for Zelda games but I'm not sure if this tops Ocarina. The world Nintendo created is Massive! It's so much fun gliding around, and taking in the scenary. I wish Nintendo made more games like this. I feel there will be a large void after this game :(
  91. nadelock
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I bought this and a switch day one. I LOVE THIS GAME. The open world feel combined with the lovable zelda characters makes this game a must buy! I also really enjoyed the voice acting,
  92. arosstark
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    One of the best games that I've ever played. The scenery is gorgeous. Seems like the world never ceased to surprise you. The art style in this game is classic Zelda. Especially the character models. Thus, this game was able to retain the classic Zelda charm.
  93. legendaryfox
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    BOTW is everything we expected and more. It is easily the most groundbreaking Zelda since a Link to the Past. Unlike past installments, this game is a true sandbox. No loading screens. It was beautifully executed by Nintendo.
  94. yatsumashi
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I truly believe that there is a group of 10 people making multiple accounts in order to tank the user score by giving 0s. It's no coincidence that many of these negative 0/10 reviews come in as groups. Please, if you want to learn about the game, read the critic reviews. It seems the gaming community is too immature to give an actual review. It's all petty fanboy alliance nowadays.
  95. daniellinye
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I've been playing this game pretty much non-stop since it's release.
    And well, I have to just mention that this game REALLY lives up to the hype around it, if not exceeded.
    Why a perfect 10? Anyone that hasn't played this game may be very sceptic, although let me just state a few things: - I've played a LOT of open world games - I've played a lot of Zelda games - I've never been this    I've been playing this game pretty much non-stop since it's release.
    And well, I have to just mention that this game REALLY lives up to the hype around it, if not exceeded.
    Why a perfect 10? Anyone that hasn't played this game may be very sceptic, although let me just state a few things:
    - I've played a LOT of open world games
    - I've played a lot of Zelda games
    - I've never been this addicted to wanting to play a game in ages.

    And this game just simply has such tuned mechanics, making it addicting:
    every mechanic is made to be supporting each other, same goes for the shrines, dungeons and main story line quests. And the accomplishment you feel when you've ANYTHING in this game is incredible.
    Let's just say for comparison it's more satisfying as stardew valley or harvest moon, because of it's extremely smart game play design.

    Lastly go into this game with NOTHING, literally nothing: know as less as you can before starting the game, because that's what's the game is about really: learning it all by yourself being link.
    And with that I would say, wake up Link......... and start your adventure    … Expand
  96. billionbites
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Breath of the wild is one of the best games I've ever played, and I've owned quite a lot of the major systems since the Sega Master System. The game stands out because it really transports you into the world, the art style is also remarkable in parts as well and I often found myself taking pictures of the landscape creating cinematic stills of my journey in the game.

    This is a very    Breath of the wild is one of the best games I've ever played, and I've owned quite a lot of the major systems since the Sega Master System. The game stands out because it really transports you into the world, the art style is also remarkable in parts as well and I often found myself taking pictures of the landscape creating cinematic stills of my journey in the game.

    This is a very important game, not only for Nintendo but for the art of computer games in whole, so much love has gone into the game that you really feel that this game is a piece of Art, which not all games are. The Music also makes you feel that this game is a very cinematic experience.

    I think it is unfair to compare Nintendo to Sony or Microsoft, they have so much more of the entertainment industry behind them including the film industry. This game is a defining chapter in modern video game history, and Nintendo should be supported by the gaming community in a major way in helping push forward
    video games for the best.    … Expand
  97. xM4st3Rx
    Mar 11, 2017
    5
    Un juego que no es perfecto, porque incluso los mas grandes de todos los tiempos no han tenido una puntuación tan alta, por que la gente que critica juegos se deja llevar por la nostalgia? deben ser imparciales el juego tiene unas gráficas simples y se que todos piensan que eso no debería afectar pero estas adquiriendo una consola de next-gen para jugarlo por ende debería justificar y darUn juego que no es perfecto, porque incluso los mas grandes de todos los tiempos no han tenido una puntuación tan alta, por que la gente que critica juegos se deja llevar por la nostalgia? deben ser imparciales el juego tiene unas gráficas simples y se que todos piensan que eso no debería afectar pero estas adquiriendo una consola de next-gen para jugarlo por ende debería justificar y dar uso de los recursos de la misma, lo mismo pasa con las voces al interactuar, se supone que si el juego esta haciendo historia se pudo hacer un doblaje y darle mayor vida... definitivamente el juego es bueno, pero se exagero un montón con las reviews...… Expand
  98. noyashni
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I was going to give it a 9, but I'm leaning 10 now. The game is that good. This Zelda game presents you with so much to do. I haven't enjoyed the side quests this much since Majora's Mask. The only thing I hated was the rain preventing you from climbing. It was annoying slipping down a mountain after climbing.
  99. DarkZerO_AT
    Mar 11, 2017
    8
    Just wanna give my opinions on this game
    Firstly, yes i am a zelda and nintendo fanboy but i can still think normally
    ok, well this is surely an amazing game, its fun, works flawlessly for the majority and looks really nice but there are a few issues, every game has them and also this one some of which are: animals dissapearing after they detected you ... kinda breaks the immersion    Just wanna give my opinions on this game
    Firstly, yes i am a zelda and nintendo fanboy but i can still think normally

    ok, well this is surely an amazing game, its fun, works flawlessly for the majority and looks really nice
    but there are a few issues, every game has them and also this one
    some of which are: animals dissapearing after they detected you ... kinda breaks the immersion for me quite a lot, weapons break way too fast most of the time, you are basically only looking for good weapons to deal with strong enemies, this shouldnt be a core aspect of the game
    the fps drops are ... well, they suck, especially since nintendo said these wouldnt be happening on the switch because of the improved hardware
    the missing dungeons are also ... idk ... it just feels weird to any zelda veteran and tbh, i really miss them, not saying the shrines are bad, the general idea is great, they are fun to solve and the options you have to solve them are great, its not always just one way, most shrines offer multiple ways to solve them, some can be really easily cheesed and that makes you feel especially good since you get a feeling of "heheh i did it in a way the devs probably never thought about"
    thats a part i love about this game, it gives you so much freedom in doing things the way you want to do it

    ok well, i guess my review is getting a bit out of hand here but this just keeps on flowing out :P

    tl;dr: its a great game, with its own flaws and issues but its def. the best zelda ever made imo, its far from being the best game ever made but its in the top spots of the best games, thats for sure    … Expand
  100. Aggeaf
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Great game. One of The best legend of Zelda titels Evert with a huge open world, great physics, amazing story and beautiful graphics. My only complain is that the sound track is not as good as older titles but it's not a big deal.
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97

Universal acclaim - based on 109 Critic Reviews

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