The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 20981 Ratings

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  1. Relev3
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Un chef d'oeuvre absolu qui mériterait un 9/10 +, faute à des baisses de framerate et un aliasing présent, bien que ne nuisant pas au plaisir du jeu. La DA est sublime, le gameplay fun et travaillé et le monde regorge d'évènements. Le jeu est novateur pour la série même si il est vrai que les graphismes sont un peu à la traine. Mais bon, tellement mineur par rapport aux qualités du jeu. UnUn chef d'oeuvre absolu qui mériterait un 9/10 +, faute à des baisses de framerate et un aliasing présent, bien que ne nuisant pas au plaisir du jeu. La DA est sublime, le gameplay fun et travaillé et le monde regorge d'évènements. Le jeu est novateur pour la série même si il est vrai que les graphismes sont un peu à la traine. Mais bon, tellement mineur par rapport aux qualités du jeu. Un 10/10 pour venir réequilibrer la barre avec les frustrés qui mettent 0.… Expand
  2. Ferlinks
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a masterclass in open-world design and a watershed game that reinvents a 30-year-old franchise. It presents a wonderful sandbox full of mystery, dangling dozens upon dozens of tantalizing things in front of you that just beg to be explored. I’ve had so many adventures in Breath of the Wild, and each one has a unique story behind what led me toThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a masterclass in open-world design and a watershed game that reinvents a 30-year-old franchise. It presents a wonderful sandbox full of mystery, dangling dozens upon dozens of tantalizing things in front of you that just beg to be explored. I’ve had so many adventures in Breath of the Wild, and each one has a unique story behind what led me to them, making them stories on top of stories. And even after I’ve spent more than 50 hours searching the far reaches of Hyrule, I still manage to come across things I haven’t seen before. I’ll easily spend 50 to 100 more trying to track down its fascinating moments.… Expand
  3. Whiteshard
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    It's rare for me to review a game and this would be my very first on Metacritic. Very seldom does a game actually affect me that I give it a perfect score. And I remember DOOM being the last game that I considered this good.

    Ever since the first trailer, I knew this was going to be different. As a fan of Ghibli, the semblance hit me like a breath of cool air, refreshing and nostalgic at    It's rare for me to review a game and this would be my very first on Metacritic. Very seldom does a game actually affect me that I give it a perfect score. And I remember DOOM being the last game that I considered this good.

    Ever since the first trailer, I knew this was going to be different. As a fan of Ghibli, the semblance hit me like a breath of cool air, refreshing and nostalgic at the same time. And to think it would come from a franchise that I had only read comics about, and seen videos of on the internet. The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild quickly made a place for itself in my heart and mind, How long I had waited to finally play this. And the day finally came.

    Now, I've been playing this for a couple of hours, but I am pretty sure my mind won't change given how it was made a few months ago. With some of my favourite games being To the Moon, Kingdom and DOOM, graphics hardly mean a thing to me, not unless the art is not done well. And with the idea of the Switch not being a hugely powerful system and given the scope of the game world itself, the game is visually breathtaking. There has not been a moment yet when I decided to look away from the game, almost like I came across a magical landscape through a hidden window somewhere, I want to absorb what I see, I want to believe that I am right there. I can say this much, that I cannot even begin to justify the sheer beauty of what is seen with the words I use.

    And with beauty of sight, a very necessary detail that is needed is the beauty of sound. And the game delivers on that front. With music inspired heavily from Joe Hisaishi's works from classic Ghibli films, it is clear that the game developers were aiming for magic. And magic they conjured. Subtle and varied, the music itself is scarce in a world so alive. And that is where sound design comes in. Imagine you are standing in a magical forest. And there's the sound of the wind and birds, the sound of leaves and rain. A heavy portion of what you hear is filled with sounds like these, making it almost believable that you are there, in person. And that is what a game should set out to do in the first place, to immerse you in a new and mystical world.

    Art is usually what I am looking for in a game (my favourite games of all time : Ori and the Blind Forest, Transistor, To the Moon, Kingdom, Crypt of the Necrodancer, DOOM, Portal 2, Journey, ABZU, Firewatch, Minecraft, etc). So, it comes as a surprise to me that I want to talk about the gameplay itself. It's another first for me. The gameplay is surely refreshing, not to mention it being difficult. This isn't the frustrating difficulty that comes with games like Geometry Dash and similar games, This is the kind of difficulty that makes you wonder whether your own actions are worth the time. How you choose to take out an enemy requires not only planning, but also needs you to have to improvise as you go. Because no matter how much you perfect your fighting, things can be very different for you as you go along. The little things like weapons breaking, the weight of weapons affecting what you do, the material of the weapon allowing for environmental interactivity, the game delivers a unique style of world interaction and gameplay mechanics that I had found missing is games like Skyrim and The Witcher 3.

    All in all, I do believe that I am selling this game short. It has been a while since I have played a game this beautiful and enchanting. A visual and aural masterpiece. The Legend of Zelda : Breath of the Wild is an experience and falls into the category of games like Firewatch, Journey and The Witness. I simply cannot not recommend this to anyone just because of fear of holding them back from an experience this good.    … Expand
  4. Nekster
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolutely gorgeus. I'm 30 hours into the game and i can't remember playing an open world game with such as much detail as this one. If you love exploration and Puzzles Zelda Botw is simply put the best game ever made. A worthy succesor of Ocarina of Time.
  5. iusshpandeh
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The BEST OpenWorld RPG ever created. This is even better than the Witcher 3 in which I've already spent 100+ hours. This game is a must have game of this generation.

    I'm playing it on my Wii U and truly speaking, I want to try it on Switch in handheld mode.

    truly a gem though.

    I'd call it 11/10 because bs games like MGSV and GTA 5 got 10/10 from many media outlets.
  6. JoshuaBell11
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    If there is a better game out there, it's safe to say I have not played it. This is the most exhilarating, freeing, and beautiful experience I've ever had a In a game. Perfect, Hands Down.
  7. Smyrlie
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best game I've ever played, that's all that needs to be said. Nintendo have outdone themselves with an open world adventure like no other. Everyone giving this game a zero because they don't like nintendo is disgusting.
  8. Mac_Ready
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Simplemente impresionante. Tal vez no sea el juego con los mejores gráficos pero a quién le importa eso cuando su jugabilidad está a años luz de la gran mayoría de triple AAA. Por cierto, llo más triste es ver cómo algunos le dan un cero. En serio, ¿un cero? No se puede ser más patético ni hater....
  9. bimbarabim
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The fact that there are so many people hating, giving zero instead of an appropriate score, only shows how the excellence of this game is disturbing. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is the best game in gaming history so far, already surpassing Ocarina of Time as the highest critically rated game.
  10. kairos777
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Excelente juego, con un mundo abierto lleno de vida y quizás uno de los mejores juegos presentados durante estos últimos tiempos, lamentablemente no es un juego para todos los gamer, ya que aquellos que solo buscan juegos online o insultar a otrs, no entenderán la belleza detrás de este cartucho
  11. Koppai15
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Stunning in every way, While everyone thought that this Zelda would just copy new games and lose its identity, it showed everyone else how its done. What an amazing time to be a gamer
  12. fabianoD
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Masterpiece. If you want for a unforgettable
    game, forget all the prejudices and take a chance for this game, you will not regret
    This is The Generation Game!
  13. mestregrato
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Perfect , jogo belíssimo melhor jogo do the legend of zelda.
    melhor trilha sonora
    as mecânicas estão muito boas
    os puzzles estão muito divertidos
    adorei.
  14. Aarchie
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Epic!
    This is in fact, the true legend! Big, emotional, there's so much to do in this new Hyrule. You'll have fun getting lost!
    Maybe the best game ever made.
  15. Chinchiller
    Mar 5, 2019
    10
    Best Zelda of all time! Once you enter the world you want to go and explore everything and its always great to stumble upon unexpected things.
  16. SeniXtro
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Game epic!
    Incredible details and vast area of scenery, is the incredible game of the year.
    The game even surpassed Ocarina by the immersion that it proposes, at last is a historical landmark in the industry of games.
  17. 2003daniel
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Awesome Game. Deserving all the good reviews. Defenitely worth waiting 5-6 years for this masterpiece. Waiting for my copy right now. Defenetily GOTY or even more :)
  18. Masonian
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is awesome.

    Gameplay, Sound, Story, Dungeons, everything.

    This game just works.

    Its amazing and I love it.

    Just get the game
    and you will too.
  19. JackMcFee
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo Magic! Nintendo knows how to make amazing games and Zelda Breath of the Wild are no exception. I have played now for many hours and the game are really good! The open world are amazing and full of life and adventures. You can go and do anything you like, you don't need to do everything in a specific order, do it your way. I love the art-style of the game, its like a Studio GhibliNintendo Magic! Nintendo knows how to make amazing games and Zelda Breath of the Wild are no exception. I have played now for many hours and the game are really good! The open world are amazing and full of life and adventures. You can go and do anything you like, you don't need to do everything in a specific order, do it your way. I love the art-style of the game, its like a Studio Ghibli movie.

    Played on Switch.    … Expand
  20. kuntuzangpo
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. The critics agree: quite possibly the greatest game ever made. Several critics have said this. Don't listen to the people rating this 0, many of them even accept they have never played the game. Give yourself a treat and go get this game right now : D
  21. ltearth
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Amazing video game. Takes everything that Skyrim was and creates a much more simple and clean version that is breathtaking to look at. Zelda BoTW proves that high-end graphics does not have to be realistic in order to create a fantastical game. The mechanics all work well, the game delivers well over 20 hours worth of enjoyment. And for the people saying the game isn't worth 360$, you areAmazing video game. Takes everything that Skyrim was and creates a much more simple and clean version that is breathtaking to look at. Zelda BoTW proves that high-end graphics does not have to be realistic in order to create a fantastical game. The mechanics all work well, the game delivers well over 20 hours worth of enjoyment. And for the people saying the game isn't worth 360$, you are ignorant. Good luck paying 460 dollars for a 60$ game on the other two systems.… Expand
  22. MikaelGray
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is The Legend Of Zelda, Nintendo did it again.
    Can't really say anything that hasn't been said already, other than the frame rate issues at some points the game is a masterpiece.
  23. luwin04
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Realmente aun no he jugado el juego me lo compro mañana, igualmente pondre 10 porque quisiera opacar todos esos cerotillos que ponen 0 al juego, soy nintendero.
  24. canicas
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Literally the absolute best video game in existence. Takes everything I love about video games into one game. Feels like a new traditional Zelda game for the history books.
  25. Froggo
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Microsoft and Sony fanboys are giving it a 0 to lower the score. It's a great game, ignore the user score because it is being brigaded by Sony and Microsoft fanboys.
  26. pistolshot98
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Now this is how a game should be Pure fun. Endless exploration. Nintendo just always finds a way to bring out the kid in you . A grand adventure in a stunning world.
  27. Nanda_Eng
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild is not only a great game, but one of the best games of all time. The title is a rare technical and artistic achievement. Just as Ocarina of Time has redefined video games forever, it seems logical that Breath of the Wild also serves as a new quality paradigm for RPG. Precise controls, beautiful soundtrack and a strong and exciting story set the toneThe Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild is not only a great game, but one of the best games of all time. The title is a rare technical and artistic achievement. Just as Ocarina of Time has redefined video games forever, it seems logical that Breath of the Wild also serves as a new quality paradigm for RPG. Precise controls, beautiful soundtrack and a strong and exciting story set the tone for this unforgettable journey.… Expand
  28. DarkrEALm
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a constant quest for more effective ways to survive and gain edge over the environment and monsters. Collecting resources for cooking is how to recover life, gain more durability and even resistance to elements. A defeated enemy is the source of new weapons or armor and a response to the ease with which certain weapons fall apart in our hands withThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a constant quest for more effective ways to survive and gain edge over the environment and monsters. Collecting resources for cooking is how to recover life, gain more durability and even resistance to elements. A defeated enemy is the source of new weapons or armor and a response to the ease with which certain weapons fall apart in our hands with a certain number of blows. We are never 100% safe in any situation and a certain slip represents a painful death.… Expand
  29. TheKingIsBack
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The game is as awesome as it is described by the professional reviewers. Please don't let the 0 user reviews influence you, because they come from salty fanboys that didn't even play the game. I think Metacritic should do something about that and delete the obvious troll reviews that can be misleading.
    That being said, enjoy this masterpiece and get lost in this new,wonderful,Hyrule!
  30. Exorcist8166
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is a game many may remember for years to come. Most games these days are typically too long and repetitious. This game, however, seems to have mastered the RPG elements and the open-world exploration formula. It is a unique experience and a must buy.
  31. Marcos8710
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo has done it again, the best game ever is enough to show that Nintendo has control over their LIPs and the consoles they create is what they need to bring us these awesome experiences.
  32. Trio2012
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is simply amazing. I would say that it is even better than Ocarina of Time. Don't listen to those 0 score reviews because 99% of those are people who don't even own the game and want to drive the score down because they are playstation or xbone fanboys.
  33. joseloko89
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Este juego es absolutamente brillante, tiene una jugabliidad de escandalo y auque sus graficos no sean los mejores tiene un apartado artistico increible, Bavo zelda
  34. Prodromus
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Game is fabulous.
    Everything about this game sparks the player’s intuition and rewards them with satisfying results.
    The world reeks of charm and every town has multiples of interesting NPCs that still have the classic Zelda quirkiness. Combat is very dynamic and fluid and the ability to challenge yourself by going into later stage areas has a perfect risk and reward feel that    Game is fabulous.
    Everything about this game sparks the player’s intuition and rewards them with satisfying results.
    The world reeks of charm and every town has multiples of interesting NPCs that still have the classic Zelda quirkiness.
    Combat is very dynamic and fluid and the ability to challenge yourself by going into later stage areas has a perfect risk and reward feel that encourages you to keep going. Plenty of times I had to remind myself that I should properly follow the main storyline after half an hour in uncharted territory looking for treasure.
    The game has its issues like any game does. The Frame rate drops being the biggest issue, but I can think of plenty of games that had frame rate issues on release and now run smooth.
    Personally I would rate the game a 9, but I’m giving a 10 to try and counteract the obvious troll reviews bring the average down.
    Must buy for a Switch owner or Zelda fan.    … Expand
  35. mkfreddddi
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is a gaming master piece, whether youre a Legend of Zelda fan or of just open world. It doesnt everything right. Crafting, cooking, exploring, challenging fights, wide weapon and clothing variety, etc. Youll find yourself immersed in a huge world with lots to do
  36. Gape
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Most of the Negative user score are really misinformed about this game, This is truly a gem of its own and very few games have this kind of gem planted most of the developers know what i'm talking about and there is without saying so much hard work put into this its incredible this is probably one of the best game I've ever played.
  37. VideoGameDude
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The game is absolutely incredible! I don't think another game has lived up to the hype like Breath of the Wild has done. Nearly flawless in every way. Game of the Year, Game of the Decade, and possibly Game of the Century!
  38. Wolley74
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Been playing this since midnight, I hate to say it but this is almost a OoT killer for best Zelda game ever. It's also drop dead gorgeous, it's like playing a painting.
  39. Link88
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Just Perfect!

    Thank you Nintendo!

    This game contains all Nintendo capability in development "fantasy"

    Suggested for all players (sto with console wars, please!)
  40. LaurensL
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    What open world should be.
    Perfect game.

    Soundtrack ✔️
    Gameplay Mechanics ✔️
    Beautiful Artstyle✔️
    Story ✔️

    Absolute masterpiece. A must buy for everyone.
  41. super_flatman
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Tengo que darle la nota que se merece despues de leer los comentarios de haters que opinan sin siquiera mirar un video, solo para criticar por pura envidia.
    El tipo de gente que hace que esta industria y cualquier otra, sea una basura.
  42. AHeroReborn
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Metacritic needs to step up their game and remove all these nasty, rude 0 scores that are being made with the intention of lowering a game they havent even touched yet. I play video games on the regular, so I dont believe there needs to be an issue. I dont go around leaving bad reviews of things I have left untouched. That is not how you should treat anything. I will not bring much out onMetacritic needs to step up their game and remove all these nasty, rude 0 scores that are being made with the intention of lowering a game they havent even touched yet. I play video games on the regular, so I dont believe there needs to be an issue. I dont go around leaving bad reviews of things I have left untouched. That is not how you should treat anything. I will not bring much out on Horizon Zero Dawn here, as I have yet to play it, and will get to it eventually. That game looks freaking awesome.

    With that out of the way, lets get into the real topic here. The legen of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a masterpiece! I've waited five years for this game and throughout each delay, i knew it would be worth it. Sure, the conventions may have been broken and we have a new layoit for the Zelda series, bt Breath of the Wild is in every way, the way Zelda was supposed to play from the beginning. The gameplay is astonishing, the voice acting is not problematic, and the story is quite the thing to unfold. I understand that there are fears in this games huge open world, but fret not, its full of so many things to do. From the beginning the Breath of the Wild was always focused on this expansive open world. It doesnt force exploration, rather it encourages exploration. In fact, you have many open choices from the beginning. You can go face the final boss right from the start if you feel so inclined to.

    Breath of the Wild is a true thing of beauty and is worth anyone's time. We only get so many games like this every once in a blue moon. With all that in mind, Breath of the Wild deserves a true 10/10.    … Expand
  43. mashedtatter
    May 9, 2017
    10
    I don't consider myself a Zelda fan. I played bits and pieces of the Gameboy Color games, half of Link To The Past and ragequit Ocarina of Time at the Water Temple. But this game? My god, this game has everything my ideal game would have. The art, the music, the living, breathing world. This is going to be a game I come back to for years and years. But there is one huge, glaring issueI don't consider myself a Zelda fan. I played bits and pieces of the Gameboy Color games, half of Link To The Past and ragequit Ocarina of Time at the Water Temple. But this game? My god, this game has everything my ideal game would have. The art, the music, the living, breathing world. This is going to be a game I come back to for years and years. But there is one huge, glaring issue which is why I couldn't give it a perfect 10. Tingle isn't in it. At least, I haven't discovered him in the game yet. Maybe he's hidden? If I find him, I'll update my review.

    Edit: Tingle is not in the game, but they have announced Tingle costume DLC. So I'm gonna go ahead and bump my score up to 10.    … Expand
  44. davileopardo
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    perfeito em jogabilidade, trilha sonora, arte, personagens carismáticos, mundo gigante e solido sem áreas de vazio estremo como em outros jogos similares, historia imersiva
    parece poesia
  45. chandori
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nintendo has done it again, the king of games is back!! The game is beautiful looking with its art style and plus its game play and story, you are going to have a awesome experience. I can't wait to see what they will do with the next Zelda title and where they take the games direction this time.… Expand
  46. Rodrigogoty2
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Esse Zelda é simplesmente um jogo espetacular, tem uma mecânica de gameplay espetacular, sem falar da física e da AI que também são incríveis, realmente um jogo nota 10.
  47. JSCarpio
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Simplemente el mejor juego de esta generacion, de nuevo tiene que aparecer Nintendo para recuperar esa magia ya perdida, de tiempos en los que me pasaba horas jugando a la Nintendo 64 y PSX, solo pido que ojala tambien saquen el Zelda WW de Wiiu para Swich :3
  48. link_001
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    el mejor juego del mundo es increíble la libertad que da y lo preciosista que resulta su apartado artístico es aquí donde se nota lo importante que es Nintendo para la industria del vídeo juego.
    el juego tiene toda la esencia Nintendo, gracias Nintendo muchas gracias por darnos esta maravilla de juego
  49. maximonX
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is the best Nintendo game to this day, the open world is full of mysteries and you have to explore that for yourself. The day of hand holding and easy experiences are over. This game demands respect and time to master every mechanics, just amazing.
  50. ScorpionMG
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Visuals are perfect, everything looks stunning and beautiful, Bravo Nintendo!
    Nailed the soundtrack as well, you can even hear the synchronized steps Epona does!!!
    Best game of the century, enough said!!
  51. revolized
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolute stunning game! Music, combat, and game play is enjoyable and fun. Puzzles are were Zelda always gets right, makes you think and very rewarding. Great game worthy of anyone's time.
  52. CorruptedOath
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I see most oof the people here arnt seeing the game objetively, such as giving it a 0 because it isnt innovative, because they didn't like the music, etc,. Ok so starting with the gameplay, it isnt repetitive as people say, they think it is because they dont try new things such as with the combat, people say it si repetitive but they make it repetitive for not trying diferent things, theI see most oof the people here arnt seeing the game objetively, such as giving it a 0 because it isnt innovative, because they didn't like the music, etc,. Ok so starting with the gameplay, it isnt repetitive as people say, they think it is because they dont try new things such as with the combat, people say it si repetitive but they make it repetitive for not trying diferent things, the music, people that dont like it give the game a 0, eiter you like it or not every single song fits the game perfectly, the storu people give the game a 0 because (spoilers) link wins and it is to predictable, the story is good and gives you the sense that you are ina an epic story and that you are part of it, that is why lik is such a bland character. As for graphics, they are bad, but i never have cared for graphics so this doesnt affect me and the game is still beautiful because of its art style. Seriously if people looked at the game objetively the scores wouldnt be lower than 9/10, for me this game is perfect in every sense i highly recommended it.… Expand
  53. Krypticus
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is truly amazing.
    - As a hardcore Nintendo/Zelda fan who has been waiting for this game for 5 years, I can say that it completely surpassed everything I thought it would be.
    -The world size is incredible, and every bit of it is filled with fun things to do. -The storyline, while it is somewhat "relaxed," is amazing if you take the time to actually go and focus on it. --    This game is truly amazing.
    - As a hardcore Nintendo/Zelda fan who has been waiting for this game for 5 years, I can say that it completely surpassed everything I thought it would be.
    -The world size is incredible, and every bit of it is filled with fun things to do.
    -The storyline, while it is somewhat "relaxed," is amazing if you take the time to actually go and focus on it. --
    -Other than that, simply exploring the world is super fun too.
    -The items you can get are all either fun, funny, or incredibly useful and the combat system is great.
    -The inventory is set up in a somewhat weird way but works fine for me.
    -I'm not even that far in(at least, I don't think so) but I can tell this game will take me hours upon hours just to complete the story and will keep me interested for years.
    -If I could, I'd give this game a 1000/1000.    … Expand
  54. jeffdincht
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Awesome. The game is incredibly rich in every way!
    Probably the best Nintendo game ever made.
    Mixing classic Nintendo with new AAA games makes this one magical.

    Story is fantastic, soundtrack is amazing, and the art... ohh!!! The art is marvelous!
  55. mdk87
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The best game in a long time! Even if the graphics are not on the highest level, the gameplay is simply incredible! A small discount due to graphic--> 9.7 However, it remains a smooth 10.
  56. trashmen
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Es un jodido 10, el juego es GOTY OF THE **** UNIVERSE FOR EVER AND EVER, el apartado artístico y sonoro es increíble, la jugabilidades muy buena y la historia es excelente!!!, los 210 cojudos que le dieron puntuaciones negativas son huevones que creen q COD es la panacea del mundo del gaming en general, priorizan los gráficos antes que la experiencia y lo frenético antes que una historiaEs un jodido 10, el juego es GOTY OF THE **** UNIVERSE FOR EVER AND EVER, el apartado artístico y sonoro es increíble, la jugabilidades muy buena y la historia es excelente!!!, los 210 cojudos que le dieron puntuaciones negativas son huevones que creen q COD es la panacea del mundo del gaming en general, priorizan los gráficos antes que la experiencia y lo frenético antes que una historia bien contada. Bueno que se puede esperar de la generación Zack Snyder… Expand
  57. ReeferMadness
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Greatest Open world game to date and it's also Zelda. What more is there to possible say? It's everything you love about open world games but more polished and with a coat of Zelda paint

    Enough said.
  58. Jhenyffer
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    O jogo esta magnifico sem falar que os desejos dos fãs foram atendidos, como explorar um mundo grande e desafiador e com varias possibilidades de avançar no game. Acredito que a nota 0 é de total ignorância e que esse jogo totalmente calculado para satisfazer pessoas novas no mercado dos game e pessoas que já estão, se sentirem totalmente presente e vivos com cada acontecimento. A trilhaO jogo esta magnifico sem falar que os desejos dos fãs foram atendidos, como explorar um mundo grande e desafiador e com varias possibilidades de avançar no game. Acredito que a nota 0 é de total ignorância e que esse jogo totalmente calculado para satisfazer pessoas novas no mercado dos game e pessoas que já estão, se sentirem totalmente presente e vivos com cada acontecimento. A trilha sonora que a anos vem marcando nossas vidas e com certeza estará presente no jogo pois os trailers deixaram muitas pessoas com arrepios só de ouvirem a música. Acredito que, como os outros jogos da franquia que conquistaram e fizeram os fãs se apaixonarem cada vez mais The Legend Of Zelda Breath of the Wild de fato será um grande sucesso.… Expand
  59. HeyItsGabe
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath Of The Wild expands on the Zelda formula, giving us the freedom to go anywhere and do anything. This game's environment was fun to roam around. Not once was I bored walking around. Everywhere I went I found something that was interesting to me. Overall, a fun experience Zelda fans will love
  60. chocochobi
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    10/10 in order to counteract one of the troll 0/10 user reviews that are flooding in. They just think Nintendo paid everyone to give their game a 10/10, for which they have zero evidence, and even if it were true, implies that they are the only ones who do it. Guess what also isn't even close to a 10/10? Any of the GTA games. Whatever.
  61. Castigear
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    So far, an absolutely stunning game that, oddly enough, feels completely new and yet completely Zelda. Nintendo has outdone itself. Zero scores should be disregarded, the only way a game should warrant a zero is if it is non-functional...so those are the result of silly trolls.
  62. Ironwolfshade
    Sep 5, 2017
    10
    Not the perfect game most people say but definitely an amazing experience, it is so much fun, the gameplay is great, it really absorbs you into hyrule for hours with lots of things to do and while the graphics aren't the best, the art direction is quite beautiful. Still, the divine beasts kinda let me down, they weren't as complex as other zelda dungeons, same for the bosses and the storyNot the perfect game most people say but definitely an amazing experience, it is so much fun, the gameplay is great, it really absorbs you into hyrule for hours with lots of things to do and while the graphics aren't the best, the art direction is quite beautiful. Still, the divine beasts kinda let me down, they weren't as complex as other zelda dungeons, same for the bosses and the story could have been better developed but is still enjoyable (if you collect links memories, otherwise not so much) as for the music it is just ok , anyway I had a great time with tons of fun playing this game and that is why I give a 10 even if it has it's failures.… Expand
  63. Jfa12
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the wild is a master piece of a game. This review section really needs to be cleaned up with clear fanboys just rating the game 0. Disgusting and pathetic. Same to those doing it to horizon zero dawn.
  64. bossfred
    Apr 23, 2017
    10
    Jogo perfeito, mundo imenso e cheio de segredos, sempre fui fã da franquia e ja tinha passado da hora de atualizar as mecânicas do game. Nintendo esta perdoada pelos atrasos na entrega, o game é incrível em todos os aspectos!
  65. Tmasw
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Truly incredible and awe inspiring. I am enthralled by the open world and overwhelmed, in a good way. There are so many different things to do that it will be impossible to ever get bored. I am so happy that Nintendo really hit a home run with this game.
  66. romeupaz
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Its simply beautiful and giant like a Studio Ghibli movie, the visuals, the sounds, the music and the beasts.
    Played only 5h so far but its magnificent :D
  67. nicorzF1
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    The best Nintendo game IN YEARS. Amazing in every way, some people thought this Zelda would copy new game, it showed us how the saga doesn't lose his identity. Amazing, just amazing.
  68. Azeon
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    If someone who did not play the game can rate it 0 I can rate it 10 because I want to.
    Call it balance of the force if you will, this is getting ridiculous.
  69. CoophyPlay
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Este juego es magia pura, reconozco que las dos primeras horas no son lo mejor de la saga pero el simple hecho de haberle dado un motivo a ese mundo abierto y un sentido a cada elemento del juego hacen que este se convierta por el momento en el mejor juego de la saga y probablemente también de la historia. El único problema es que hay mucha gente que critica este juego solo por rabia oEste juego es magia pura, reconozco que las dos primeras horas no son lo mejor de la saga pero el simple hecho de haberle dado un motivo a ese mundo abierto y un sentido a cada elemento del juego hacen que este se convierta por el momento en el mejor juego de la saga y probablemente también de la historia. El único problema es que hay mucha gente que critica este juego solo por rabia o porque no han jugado lo suficiente o por ser un juego de mundo abierto ya que hay gente a la que le abruma tener tantas opciones. Personalmente si eres una persona fan de zelda/amante de los sandbox o simplemente quieres probarlo. Ya tienes una compra asegurada… Expand
  70. danopkt
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolutely stunning. Breath-taking visuals, incredible soundtrack, fantastic gameplay, this game lives up to the Zelda legacy and then some. This is right up there with some of Nintendo's best work.
  71. Hypelicious
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is an absolute masterpiece and classic for years to come. The open world provides a breakaway from the Zelda formula while maintaining that Zelda magic.
  72. amvmartin
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Amazing game, best Zelda everrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
  73. Matsepulveda
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Simplemente una OBRA MAESTRA.
    Nintendo ha demostrado una vez más que juegos con grandes presupuesto basados solamente en la potencia gráfica hay por montones, pero sólo uno es LEYENDA.
    Gracias Nintendo
  74. fabchan
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I haven't played it that much yet, but it's shaping to be one of the greatest games ever made! It exudes beauty in every single pixel of it. It's a masterpiece. 10/10
  75. Snick525
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Fantastic game. Wide open and beautiful. Everything you could hope for in the Zelda series. I haven't finished the game yet but so far I've enjoyed every minute of it.
  76. robo123abc
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Absolutely stunning, one of the greatest of all time.

    Pros:
    +Amazing soundtrack
    +Great art style
    +Good story
    +Gameplay is fun af
    +Incredible open world

    Cons:
    +Occasional FPS dips in docked mode

    Get this game.
  77. Slopes4Sale
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Best game ever made, slighty better than Horizon, that is a very good game too.

    The soundtrack is simple and immersive, makes you feel that you're in the game, love it.
  78. haoh
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best Zelda Ever Made.
    Nothing compare to explore Hyrule freely, with a complex history, awesome graphics, easy commands and a Nintendo Console.
    10/10.
  79. Xalusc
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    "Revolutionary" isn't enough of a word to describe how amazing this game is.

    If you're reading this, never mind the haters who gave this negative reviews on purpose to lower the overall score - most haven't even played the game at all.

    Play it. It's an absolute must have.
  80. Sartho
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I've been a Zelda fan for most of my life. A Link to the Past is my all time favorite Zelda game. Breath of the Wild blows it away! It's one of the best games I've played on any platform! A must play from me!
  81. Neoshader
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    At first, I was scared of the open world. I always enjoyed the story and linear path in Zelda. However, after playing it, my fears were wrong. It is still Zelda, but at the same time, something new. Ocarina Of Time, stand aside, we have a new king on the throne.
  82. Jorgim
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The best game I play, feeling like the first time I played Ocarina of Time, my 1 year old son is impressed by the colors and does not come close to me when we are playing. My fiancée who has never liked video games is amazed because it's like playing a cartoon in real life. Game of everything a little but this Zelda really impressed me by the greatness and the mechanics. Congratulations
  83. Asator
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Joguei mais de 10 horas e posso dizer que esse jogo está muito bonito, muito diferente de qualquer outro Zelda feito. E não é fácil com tudo mastigado cheio de fotinhas mostrando oq fazer, realmente tem que se quebrar a cabeça e ter bastante cuidado, pois até um animal selvagem pode ser seu fim.
    As reviews negativas sem qualquer justificativa não vai tirar o mérito do jogo, ele está    Joguei mais de 10 horas e posso dizer que esse jogo está muito bonito, muito diferente de qualquer outro Zelda feito. E não é fácil com tudo mastigado cheio de fotinhas mostrando oq fazer, realmente tem que se quebrar a cabeça e ter bastante cuidado, pois até um animal selvagem pode ser seu fim.
    As reviews negativas sem qualquer justificativa não vai tirar o mérito do jogo, ele está lindo.    … Expand
  84. Sebasvalsan
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    La gente que va poniendo ceros a esta joya, todo bien en casa? porque parece que no
  85. wetleftcoast
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is a fantastic entry in the franchise. I almost skipped work to play it! I normally do not comment on videogames online but to see people mindlessly giving a game zeros to troll or in reaction to media critical praise is sad. I hope this ten counteracts another person's zero.
  86. Chibialoha
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game blew me away in a way none have in a long time. I can honestly say that every expectation I had was fulfilled, and it is a truly beautiful experience.
  87. justsandii
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is hands down the best game I have ever played, sad to see that there are so many salty trolls in here trying to take the score down, the wait was worth it. Nintendo delivers once again.
  88. realbhgaming
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I dont have a switch because im a poor f*ck but because sony c*cks is being a c*nt so i rate it 10/10
    Dont you just hate it when people use their free of speech just to f*ck over someone opinion? How about do it fair and square?
  89. Meivem
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Buen juego. excelente por los detalles y la libertad. Eso es gracias a que existieron programadores exclusivos para algunos apartados del juego. Y lo que sorprende es que los enemigos tiene personalidad, los aldeanos se pueden defender, y un largo etc. de detalles. genial.
  90. jameslieko
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I have played the game, but the Wii U version. My review is going here to help combat the trollish cancer that thinks that they can make up complaints to bring down the score of a game that they haven't played exclusively because they WANT it to fail.
  91. Bpandora
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Everything about this game is magical.
    Soundtrack ✔️
    Gameplay ✔️
    Art✔️
    Story ✔️
    Fun ✔️

    This game is a MASTERPIECE and absolute phenomenal game.    … Expand
  92. Megumin
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    So many trolls giving this game a bad rating without even playing it. People claiming they beat the game an hour after it came out and saying they put 20 hours into it (lol) game is 10/10 buy it
  93. Senpapi
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I feel sad for the troll reviewers who don't even dish out substance, only shallow reasons. Graphics=/= Greatness. Breath of the Wild has proven this. At the center of gaming is the sense of "fun", those are what games should be, not just a pretty looking, moving mural. Breath of the Wild brings what other open world games haven't exactly done, giving us a truly "open" world. You are atI feel sad for the troll reviewers who don't even dish out substance, only shallow reasons. Graphics=/= Greatness. Breath of the Wild has proven this. At the center of gaming is the sense of "fun", those are what games should be, not just a pretty looking, moving mural. Breath of the Wild brings what other open world games haven't exactly done, giving us a truly "open" world. You are at the wheel of this ride. You drive it to its eventual route, not the other way around as what games have been lately, and this is coming from someone who mainly plays on PC. Neglecting what it holds just cause it's a Nintendo game or its Zelda or it looks cartoony and childish is mind boggling. Undertale should've taught you this lesson already as it was arguably one of the most well acclaimed games during 2015. Breath of the Wild is a breath of fresh air from games that have been suffering from an overly similar style of play. Games as of late are either GTA clones or Batman Arkham clones. They become either shooters or beat-em ups. Breath of the Wild takes what is already there and refines it. I cannot possibly stress enough that of how many games I've come across, Breath of the Wild brings the "open" to open world. Open to exploration, open to possibilities, and only open to your imagination.… Expand
  94. Lancelt
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    a game changer for the open world industry, that use "anything" to "solve anything" , several ways to solve situations and puzzles, not with the "dungeon item" anymore, you can do it even with enemy items , a must play for any gamer in the world
  95. Louthais
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolutely Astounding. Breath of the Wild lives up to all of the hype surrounding it, and as I sank my teeth into this game it became clear that the lengthy development time and numerous delays were well worth the wait.
  96. Andres17d
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Cambia los paradigmas de anteriores entregas, demuestra la valentía de Nintendo al hacer un mundo abierto totalmente diferente a lo visto actualmente. Juego muy recomendado para todos aquellos que quieran ver un ejemplo de un juego excelente en la actualidad
  97. Nessuno_Im
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing and on the grandest scale ever seen on a console based game.

    The artwork is amazing, the gameplay draws you in, and the concepts are completely innovative and jaw-dropping.

    This is truly one of those games you must play before you die.
  98. motherBOARD
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Remember me the good time of OOT, An amazing game and a big step in for the zelda license in the next gen and in her history. it can be the GOTY. Haters gonna hate
  99. MrMicrowave
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    "Breath" is such a key word in this game's title. Running through the gigantic fields and terrains of Hyrule make you feel like Nintendo breathed new life into this special franchise. It will also take your breath away with the gorgeous visuals, challenging combat, and well-crafted puzzles.
  100. riegin
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    GOTY zelda super crips shell shading graphics(much more prefer),lots of weapon choice, over 100 shrines and puzzles, lots of abilities, gliding, physics explosion can cause an updraft to glide, gliding, fishing, cooking, weather effects lightning, snow, lava, desert, I reallylove the story, can hunt all even birds flying and frog even bees could attack, hidden treasure, lots of AI monsterGOTY zelda super crips shell shading graphics(much more prefer),lots of weapon choice, over 100 shrines and puzzles, lots of abilities, gliding, physics explosion can cause an updraft to glide, gliding, fishing, cooking, weather effects lightning, snow, lava, desert, I reallylove the story, can hunt all even birds flying and frog even bees could attack, hidden treasure, lots of AI monster new mechanics, usable object and destructible environment, and most important of all real open world with no walls no one can stop you from exploring the hyrule..ZELDA GOTY!!… Expand
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97

Universal acclaim - based on 109 Critic Reviews

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