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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  2. Mixed: 1,176 out of 20981
  3. Negative: 1,975 out of 20981
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  1. itshukokay
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game will go down in history. I've caught myself tearing up multiple times just at the beautiful environments and music. It really saddens me people rate this negatively just out of spite. Play the game, it really is THAT GOOD. It rarely holds your hand, half the gameplay is just playing around with the physics and exploring the MASSIVE world. This is the benchmark of the decade.
  2. hellaturbo
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Beautifully crafted game. Aside for some minor framerate drops that I suspect will be patched, I sincerely can't come up with anything I don't like about BotW. This is the best installment of the Zelda series since OoT, and it is already one of top 5 games I've ever played.
  3. admiral_zephyr
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is a phenomnal game. It brings back the old Zelda adventuring nostolgia while reworking Nintendo's classic recipe. Explore everything you can see and stand in awe at the landscapes you come accross. This isn't just the next Ocarina of Time. Hopefully all the people leaving troll reviews won't ruin your impression of this great game.
  4. SantiAngarita
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Just amazing, stuning!
    Nintendo has always made very good videogames, but The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is even better than that, it is a masterpiece.
  5. Aunite
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This review will mostly be a response to this game's heaviest criticisms.

    Graphics: Nintendo tried detailed graphics with Twilight Princess and has since steered towards a more stylized cartoon-hybrid look as in Skyward Sword. Detailed graphics are not synonymous with good graphics and the consistent style and smooth finish in Breath if the Wild gives it my vote (9/10) It's not a    This review will mostly be a response to this game's heaviest criticisms.

    Graphics: Nintendo tried detailed graphics with Twilight Princess and has since steered towards a more stylized cartoon-hybrid look as in Skyward Sword. Detailed graphics are not synonymous with good graphics and the consistent style and smooth finish in Breath if the Wild gives it my vote (9/10)

    It's not a Zelda game: to be more precise, it isn't an "Ocarina of Time" Zelda game. However, the collection is mostly an expansion on Skyward Sword's system, it still has the key characters, the main plot, and more puzzles than any other Zelda game. It is very clearly still in the "Legend of Zelda" niche".

    It's the same Zelda: Ironic that this and the last argument show up so frequently. The open world, the weapon hunting, horse taming, limited tools, short dungeons, varied and frequent shrines, etc. ensure that this game is very set apart from every other game in the series so far. You very much feel like a traveler trying to change the world instead of the unstoppable Hero we've come to expect from Zelda. If you don't like that, then see the previous argument.

    It's totally MEH: the sheer brilliance of this compelling and insightful argument has left me utterly dumbfounded and without words to form an adequate response. Truly a masterpiece of what I can only assume must be a brilliant and divine mind gracing us mere mortals with its incomprehensible wisdom and guidance.

    In short, Breath of the Wild has done an incredible, nearly perfect job of creating a unique and totally immersive world in a way I have only ever experienced in The Witcher. I consider these games on par at the moment, but that is able to change based on how the game continues.    … Expand
  6. bolseirolemos
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Such a beautiful game, totally worth it the wait! I've never had the experience of a open game like this since Skyrim!!

    PS: Don't worry about these annoying haters who are negativing the game just because it's Zelda...
  7. grungyssj
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is the most beautiful game I've ever had the pleasure of playing. The game is huge, and yet dense with so much to do in this large, open-world. People wanting a more traditional Zelda title won't get what they desire with this title, but that's not a bad thing. Breath of the Wild is a breakaway from the series that breathes new life into the series just like Ocarina of Time didThis game is the most beautiful game I've ever had the pleasure of playing. The game is huge, and yet dense with so much to do in this large, open-world. People wanting a more traditional Zelda title won't get what they desire with this title, but that's not a bad thing. Breath of the Wild is a breakaway from the series that breathes new life into the series just like Ocarina of Time did back in its day. This game is essential for anyone and everyone to own and play. Why are you reading this review??? Go out and buy this game now!… Expand
  8. TheWicWac
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    One of the best games of this generation, thank you, nintendo, for making your fans' dreams true again. I can't stop playing this amazing game, so much to discover.
  9. yangerman454
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos que he podido jugar y sinceramente no tiene que envidiarle a nadie, totalmente sorprendente y merecido 10/10 que tiene en otras reviews...como siempre Nintendo logra sorprendernos haciendo excelentes juegos con sus IPs logrando darle un valor único.
    GOTY
  10. Tmato
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    There is not to much to say. It is a zelda, a very good zelda game open world is wonderful, inventory is perfect, awesome item system and loot. I love almost everything about this game.
  11. devaunbeats
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Hands down THE best Zelda game ever made and the most fun I've had with a game in a while. Exploring the open world in Breath of the Wild is something to be experienced. There is never a moment where I have nothing to do. I'm constantly distracted by monster outposts, side quests, different dynamic quests happening in the world, and just exploring in general. Put 30 hours into the game andHands down THE best Zelda game ever made and the most fun I've had with a game in a while. Exploring the open world in Breath of the Wild is something to be experienced. There is never a moment where I have nothing to do. I'm constantly distracted by monster outposts, side quests, different dynamic quests happening in the world, and just exploring in general. Put 30 hours into the game and only did 1 dungeon and felt no need to rush the story because I was having so much fun just doing what I wanted to do. The game is absolutely worth the hype and will keep me busy for a long time.… Expand
  12. Carlosdark
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Gran juego se nota la pulido y bien si no es para unos ami personalmente me encanto ahora es tiempo de revivir la leyenda al estilo de breath of the wild horas de diversion y porsupuesto sin olvidor la magia que caracteriza ala saga the legend of zelda
  13. tcherno
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolutely amazing. This game does everything right. Game feels new, while still similar to older entries, but even better. Framerate drops are not that noticeable and won't give the user a worse experience. This is game of the year for me.
  14. Lightone
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Hace años que no salía un juego con este calibre, tienes unos gráficos sencillo pero que no dejan de sorprender como se mezcla todo y crea un mundo sin igual, puedes ir a donde quieras y como quieras, no hay límites ni barreras, eso si que no caiga una lluvia intensa en una pendiente por ya eso es otra historia.

    Una forma de abordar el mundo abierto de ciento de forma ni limitarte, ve a    Hace años que no salía un juego con este calibre, tienes unos gráficos sencillo pero que no dejan de sorprender como se mezcla todo y crea un mundo sin igual, puedes ir a donde quieras y como quieras, no hay límites ni barreras, eso si que no caiga una lluvia intensa en una pendiente por ya eso es otra historia.

    Una forma de abordar el mundo abierto de ciento de forma ni limitarte, ve a donde quieras como tú quieras.    … Expand
  15. aqwertqw
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Too many Sony Fanboys and Nintendo Haters creating fake accounts just to give a 0. Made this just to counteract it a little bit. This is literally the opposite effect of Cory in the House.
  16. peekaystarstorm
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    trap link is justice 11/10 would succ best boy qtpatoot gud game /v/ needs to **** off and accept that the game is fun and stop being dumb tbqh fampai
  17. AnnaTheWolfLady
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    It´s very good for a Wii U game, people are hating on it for stupid reasons that don´t even have ***t to do with the game itself, I really like what Nintendo did with BOTW, it feels so good and it is fun to play, hope to see more great games like this one on the switch
  18. kjtrill
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    6 hours in and this game is really incredible. So far it seems to be the best entry in the Zelda franchise. The creativity in how you can approach playing the game is truly unsurpassed.
  19. The_Legend
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Great presentation. Excellent game mechanics and a vast World to explore. Every space in the world was hand designed to create an experience unlike any other game. Visually impressive. It simply is the greatest game I've ever played.
  20. Nekoo77
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Amazing, simply Amazing. Nintendo has done it again with Zelda and innovation. Huge map, amazing story and beautiful art and graphics. This game will be talked about for years to come.
  21. linkees
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is probably one of the few that you will never forget. This game gives a new definition to the open world genre. Can't wait to go back to Hyrule.! A truth masterpiece!
  22. levantus
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo ha creado un mundo que no solo se siente vivo, se siente real. No veras un ciervo caminando sin un motivo, estara buscando alimento, cuidando a sus crias, buscando agua, ocultandose de la lluvia, y ese solo es un ejemplo, de entre cientos. El medio es tan inmersivo que da miedo, es tan enorme que te sientes perdido, ya no eres alguien jugando, eres alguien que acaba de despertar,Nintendo ha creado un mundo que no solo se siente vivo, se siente real. No veras un ciervo caminando sin un motivo, estara buscando alimento, cuidando a sus crias, buscando agua, ocultandose de la lluvia, y ese solo es un ejemplo, de entre cientos. El medio es tan inmersivo que da miedo, es tan enorme que te sientes perdido, ya no eres alguien jugando, eres alguien que acaba de despertar, que no recuerda su pasado y que sabe que de ti depende ESE mundo. No tengo mas que decir, solo A MASTERPIECE… Expand
  23. dens4dens
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best game I have played in my life. I will always remember where I was when I started playing this. Can't wait for the DLC coming later this year. Thank you Nintendo!!
  24. sweetshryl
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    i got switch about 10 hours, and played this game. it's really amazing and better than any game i've played, i think this is not only the best zelda game ever, this is the best video game ever!!
  25. Seylar
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Awesome game, one you will tell your children about. Fantastic gameplay, beautiful, inspiring.

    Few stutters here and there but nothing that will stop your experience to be incredible
  26. KingShaek
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is poetry.There is no way to descrive this game.Its fabolous ,amazing,and really good.Please ,dear PS4 users stop voting 0 in userscore this is not even a bad game like The last guardian :)
  27. Geraldst20
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo ha demostrado que puede innovar en una era donde todo ya está creado, estos 6 años de espera han merecido toda la pena es un juegazo que todos deberían de disfrutar. Han acertado con el mundo abierto, el ciclo día y noche, el clima, las tribus, historias, doblaje, diseño artístico, banda sonora, jugabilidad, dificultad y la combinación de todo eso ha dado como resultado una obraNintendo ha demostrado que puede innovar en una era donde todo ya está creado, estos 6 años de espera han merecido toda la pena es un juegazo que todos deberían de disfrutar. Han acertado con el mundo abierto, el ciclo día y noche, el clima, las tribus, historias, doblaje, diseño artístico, banda sonora, jugabilidad, dificultad y la combinación de todo eso ha dado como resultado una obra maestra.… Expand
  28. Guilhermeeinlof
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Man, this game is awesome! The openworld is giant, the history well made, and the graphics are really awesome! The best game ever! Nintendo, Thank you!
  29. Presertim
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This Zelda game is amazing. The music is the best it has ever been. The open world blows all others away. The enemies are intelligent and require preparation and good equipment to defeat. Overall, it is very enjoyable and deserves high praise.
  30. Charlesre4
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Master Piece
    I think it will be game of the year, everything is perfect,
    I love the gameplay, the sountrack are amazing,
    The BEST OpenWorld RPG ever created.
  31. xMiLLix
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    A+mazing game! Graphically one of the best games available today, and the soundtrack will captivate you as you immerse yourself in the world. Well worth the wait!!
  32. Pesk
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The best sandbox I've ever played.
    The mixture of exploration, survival, action, creation make the game one of the best of the saga, but the best.
    A game that will mark a before and after in video games has been born
  33. linkking
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best game ever... AGAIN!... TAKE THIS HATERS! ;)

    It's a great goodbye for WIIU and a magnificent welcome to Nintendo Switch, after this game, it's going to be too hard that a game cause better experiences.
  34. mendietta
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best zelda game I have played, thoroughly enjoying this game with no chance of stopping anytime soon.
    People have criticised zelda games in the past for being very predictable and formulaic, however this is no longer the case with BotW.
    Cannot stress how good this game is!
  35. darthshadow25
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is a game that takes the best aspects of gaming goliaths such as The Elder Scrolls, Dark Souls, Portal, and Assassins creed, then mixes them up in a cooking pot with the traditional Zelda games beloved by so many. The result is a game that can rival the near perfect, polished game that was Ocarina of Time. While not truly innovative (but let's be honest, innovation of a concept is farThis is a game that takes the best aspects of gaming goliaths such as The Elder Scrolls, Dark Souls, Portal, and Assassins creed, then mixes them up in a cooking pot with the traditional Zelda games beloved by so many. The result is a game that can rival the near perfect, polished game that was Ocarina of Time. While not truly innovative (but let's be honest, innovation of a concept is far less important than perfection of that concept), Breath of the Wild brings together dozens of mechanics and systems, both new and old to the series, and blends them all seamlessly to create an intuitive and exhilarating experience that few games can achieve. With so much content and so many ways to tackle that content, this is a game that can keep people enthralled and immersed in the world of Hyrule for dozens of hours with its simple but deep combat system and its fantastic platforming and physics puzzles. While this game is nothing short of a masterpiece, there are minor flaws. It's voice acting is often flat and due to the open nature of the game the story doesn't feel like a pressing matter. The former never really detracted from the experience, but it certainly didn't enhance it, while the latter is simply a tradeoff for the wonderfully open world where players are given enough freedom to make a libertarian blush. The last complaint that I can make and have seen other people make is about framerate. Nintendo does not make strong hardware, they never have, and Breath of the Wild pushes that hardware to the extremes sometimes, resulting in chugging framerates and sometimes even complete pauses in gameplay in the most stressful of situations. This isn't due to poor coding or an unoptimized game (see any Bethesda game), but is due to a hardware limitation fully out of their control. To complain about the game's performance is to complain about the hardware, and because these slowdowns hardly detracted from my enjoyment of the game I can look past them. Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a game that brings together so many amazing things from so many amazing games and blends them seamlessly and intuitively. I cannot articulate how intensely I believe that everyone should play this game. This is the defining game of this generation and if you enjoy RPGs in any capacity this game should be right on the top of your list to buy.… Expand
  36. Acroner
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The best zelda with ocarina... Amazing world, graphics and everything.

    If u buy switch, buy it.

    Amazing que te cagas energy xD, gran juego para todos los públicos y con muchísimas horas de juego.
  37. zorakex
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Great game!

    Amazing sound track. Fun gameplay and Mechanics. Nice graphics and art style. So far the story has been good.

    If you like Zelda and/or open world games you need to get BOTW.
  38. Jed007
    Oct 19, 2019
    10
    Fantastic game, takes the zelda series to a whole new level. I liked that there aren't that many dungeons, i always tought that exploring the world and finding different cool things was the best thing in zelda games and it's done perfectly here.
  39. spidercholo
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Pinche game is a riata, the truth is that zelda es un pinche juego magnifico, everybody deberia comprarlo because it has plants that feel oh my god!!!! un saludo a mi mama :D .
  40. fire_fist
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Simply breathtaking and stunning. Nintendo have created something special with this game. Whenever I think I've seen it all, it surprises me suddenly with something I didn't see coming. This is definitely a masterpiece that I will continue to play for years to come.
  41. ScofieldMoody
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    During the first 15 minutes of game, it might look like the game has framerate issues and the world isn't polished as it should but after the first hour that changes completely, you get so immerse in the zelda world that you wish the game never ends, it brings back the same feelings about pandora on Avatar, the immersion and the way the world was built makes it a masterpiece, it's the kindDuring the first 15 minutes of game, it might look like the game has framerate issues and the world isn't polished as it should but after the first hour that changes completely, you get so immerse in the zelda world that you wish the game never ends, it brings back the same feelings about pandora on Avatar, the immersion and the way the world was built makes it a masterpiece, it's the kind of game that after fiinishing it makes you lose the interest in new games for a while cause nothing will ever come close to Breath of the Wild.… Expand
  42. mikeywikey
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Lol figures there be a **** of butthurt salty **** bashing the game when they haven't played the game. Kill yourselves before making a review. I hope this site dies in a fire. Lololol
  43. lagrie
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    i havent felth like this in a verry long time. This is not only for zelda fans, but for game fans in general. The openworld and the amount of content is mind blowing. i have bought the guide with it and seen all the items/armor/weapons/enemies ingame. And there are ALLOT. over 76 enemies, over 30 outfits (including the original ones !!!) over 50 weapon types, you can ride deer, bears andi havent felth like this in a verry long time. This is not only for zelda fans, but for game fans in general. The openworld and the amount of content is mind blowing. i have bought the guide with it and seen all the items/armor/weapons/enemies ingame. And there are ALLOT. over 76 enemies, over 30 outfits (including the original ones !!!) over 50 weapon types, you can ride deer, bears and horses ! there are even dragons in the game. i'm blown away by the amount of freedom you can have. Thx nintendo, thank you for this masterpiece of a game.… Expand
  44. NorwegianGuy
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    the trailer looked nice, and it seems like there's no need for you to have played the game to review or rate it here, so im just gonna give it a perfect 10 for that reason, great job Nintendo!
  45. Pepituscrepitus
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This The Legend of Zelda is amazing, the soundtrack, the gameplay, the graphics, the history, everything, thank you Nintendo for this awesome game....
  46. drumbledwarf
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Do not believe the minority of "0" negative user reviews on Metacritic that are made by people who haven't played the game but for some erroneous reason have a vendetta against a series like Zelda living up to its pedigree. I've played this game for hours and it has stoked and maintained a giddiness and nostalgia that I haven't felt since childhood. The myriad of possibilities and tendencyDo not believe the minority of "0" negative user reviews on Metacritic that are made by people who haven't played the game but for some erroneous reason have a vendetta against a series like Zelda living up to its pedigree. I've played this game for hours and it has stoked and maintained a giddiness and nostalgia that I haven't felt since childhood. The myriad of possibilities and tendency to find yourself completely lost are just two of the ways that Breath of the Wild helps you realise your identity as what the series has always wanted you be, a courageous explorer.… Expand
  47. hime
    Jul 18, 2018
    10
    Я не умею писать отзывы, но к этой игре попытаюсь.
    Когда я только получил игру, я думал, что это очередной оверхайп, который меня разочарует, но поиграв в неё подольше я понял, что был неправ.
    Начну с сюжета: его очень мало, но он интересный, а персонажи живые. Мир: Окружение живое и красивое, каждая локация имеет свои черты, которыми она запоминается. Много святилищ, каждое из которых    Я не умею писать отзывы, но к этой игре попытаюсь.
    Когда я только получил игру, я думал, что это очередной оверхайп, который меня разочарует, но поиграв в неё подольше я понял, что был неправ.
    Начну с сюжета: его очень мало, но он интересный, а персонажи живые.
    Мир: Окружение живое и красивое, каждая локация имеет свои черты, которыми она запоминается. Много святилищ, каждое из которых содержит уникальную головоломку, много секреток и просто интересных мест.
    Враги: Боссы могли быть посложнее, лагери бокоблинов могли бы содержать награду получше. Зато Левры просто прекрасны, бои с ними - это всегда интересно и насыщено, но сложно и опасно.

    Этот мир просто интересно исследовать, он дарит тот дух приключения, который был в детстве, когда в деревне ты уходил на целый день исследовать окрестности.    … Expand
  48. sm0123
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Just Amazing, the trolls just voting negative. Haters gonna hate.
    I've been playing almost all day, and it is amazing, you just can go all around, lovely artistic graphics.
    Goty inc.
  49. syedbdusa
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is visually stunning and the soundtrack greatly adds to the experience. I've never been much of Zelda fan but I've never been as excited about a game as this one. The flow is perfect and the possibilities are endless.
  50. DarthWader
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    There are two types of negative user reviews for this game; those who have not played it correctly, for example claiming there is nothing to do or that the world is empty shows either a lack of creativity or exploration. This is a video game in the same way that the Godfather and Gone with the Wind were movies, or that Moby Dick and Don Quixote are books. Hyrule as presented in this gameThere are two types of negative user reviews for this game; those who have not played it correctly, for example claiming there is nothing to do or that the world is empty shows either a lack of creativity or exploration. This is a video game in the same way that the Godfather and Gone with the Wind were movies, or that Moby Dick and Don Quixote are books. Hyrule as presented in this game is the most complex, dense open world I have seen, and it "feels" alive in a way that no game has ever accomplished, which is difficult to convey in a review. To best enjoy this game I would recommend turning off the HUD, and not approaching it as a video game. Gamers for a long time have diluted ourselves into thinking we have used our creativity to solve game problems, when we were just using set pieces in a way that the designers had setup to create the illusion of creativity on our part. Nothing Breath of the Wild has done diminishes Witcher 3, which appears to be what the trolls are upset about, at all, on the contrary this title elevates the medium. As Zelda said, open your eyes.… Expand
  51. Inzaine
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    An absolute convention-defier. The latest installment of the Zelda franchis does NOT dissapoint. With unlimited bounds, you can explore every inch of Hyrule. No corner is without something to do. All characters are charming, with something unique to say, whether they're fearful of the moblins or selling some stuff.

    The combat never gets repetitive. Taking down a horde of enemies is SO    An absolute convention-defier. The latest installment of the Zelda franchis does NOT dissapoint. With unlimited bounds, you can explore every inch of Hyrule. No corner is without something to do. All characters are charming, with something unique to say, whether they're fearful of the moblins or selling some stuff.

    The combat never gets repetitive. Taking down a horde of enemies is SO satisfying. Whether you sneak up, launch a guns-ablazing attack or snip at them with the arrows, you always get something. The abilities such as being able to lift metal, create ice blocks from water, throwing bombs or stopping the flow of time, they are ALL unique.

    The story is compelling and creative. Character developement is done through meaningful flashbacks. No character is bland.

    Get the game.

    NOW.    … Expand
  52. Benjiklassen
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    So many people thought Ocarina of Time couldn't be topped..
    They thought wrong. Absolutely beautiful game in every possible way. Needless to say, I can't wait to sink the entirety of 2017 into this masterpiece.
  53. akizaraku
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    People who say boredom do not know the merit of this game. Or is it a Sony believer?
    Just doing the story is not a game. This game which advances with only your own thoughts is a game you have seen to your dreams.
    People who say that boredom are stupid people who can not understand the contents of the story. People in Europe say that they are particularly bored, but Europeans are stupid.    People who say boredom do not know the merit of this game. Or is it a Sony believer?
    Just doing the story is not a game. This game which advances with only your own thoughts is a game you have seen to your dreams.
    People who say that boredom are stupid people who can not understand the contents of the story. People in Europe say that they are particularly bored, but Europeans are stupid.
    By understanding the contents of this game, enjoying the story and adventure, you can see how good this game is.
    However, unlike a game that you can do with an idiot that defeats an enemy like a Horizon, you can do it even with an idiot that you can do story, this game with high degree of freedom to think and advance on your own is the best.    … Expand
  54. flujackson
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    So far so good! I have not had so much fun exploring in a game, let alone a Zelda game. It really brings back that feeling of wow, this world is so big. I had the exact same feeling when I was ten when OOT came out. Truly feels good.
  55. InuOsk
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Stunning game, really well polished BOTW knows exactly what it is and capitalizes on that. Rarely do you find a game so comfortable with itself. 10/10 would highly recommend for any switch user as an essential game to experience.
  56. CormoranX
    Oct 27, 2017
    10
    This game took me by surprise! I was not expecting this amount of excellence out of an open world Zelda! I am in love with that game! The music, the art direction, the story, the combat etc... everything is top notch!
  57. GloriousOwnage
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    There's something about Zelda games that always seem to capture some sense of childhood wonder and awe. I was hooked within the first ten minutes of game play. Nintendo does it again!
  58. samuslink
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    If you are a veteran Zelda gamer you are gonna find trouble getting used to it. Great intro game for new zelda gamers.

    The freedom of the gme gives you a sense of doing nothing, but as you progress you will find immerse into the game.

    the music sucks.
  59. Gannicus1389
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I have been waiting for this game so long. Nintendo kept me waiting for very long, and I was indeed hyped for this game. i confess I was so hyped that I was afraid for a disappointment. It usually happens when we get so hyped about something that takes so long to be released...

    However, this was not the case. The game is just perfect so far. Beautiful. the game innovated so much,    I have been waiting for this game so long. Nintendo kept me waiting for very long, and I was indeed hyped for this game. i confess I was so hyped that I was afraid for a disappointment. It usually happens when we get so hyped about something that takes so long to be released...

    However, this was not the case. The game is just perfect so far. Beautiful. the game innovated so much, brought so much new stuff compared to old zelda games without going away from the roots. The story is beautiful, the music is beautiful, and the graphics a beautiful. I love the gameplay. I always though 3D zeldas had a problem with AI, but this time it is really hard to fight versus group enemies because they are so smart now. Well done Nintendo. Sad to see some fanboys from sony/microsfot giving bad scores on purpose with lies just because they take the console battle way too serious. Enjoy all consoles people, all games. we are the customers, not enemies:)    … Expand
  60. BabelLion
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild for Nintendo Switch is not only an amazing Zelda game, it is an amazing game in general. While it does forgo ultra realism with graphics for a cell shaded look it is truly stunning. The sky box is beautiful and the draw distance all for you to view miles of wilderness. It is honestly breath taking.

    The combat is tight and fun. Their are some    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild for Nintendo Switch is not only an amazing Zelda game, it is an amazing game in general. While it does forgo ultra realism with graphics for a cell shaded look it is truly stunning. The sky box is beautiful and the draw distance all for you to view miles of wilderness. It is honestly breath taking.

    The combat is tight and fun. Their are some challenging bosses but if you are patience and come with a plan you can work your way through them. The ability to load up the game and instantly do whatever you want is a big departure from the rest of the series. The character design is unique and they have enough personalities that you want to pay attention to cut scenes.

    I did the day one update before loading up the game and I have not had any serious frame rate drops in TV mode or handheld. What it all comes down to is I love this game. It is a load of fun and their is so much to do. I think you should give it a shot as it will continue to provide you with hours of entertainment and fun.    … Expand
  61. Popartdavid
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Un juego que desde los primero minutos te cautiva y te transporta al mundo de la fantasía y la aventura que añoramos los gamers de la vieja escuela. Tiene todo para ser una obra maestra: una increíble historia, un maravilloso gameplay, hermosas gráficas y el maravilloso espíritu de compartir una aventura épica.
  62. Xineohp360
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Bought the switch today with the game. I haven't even reached the first Elder/ First Quest passed the tutorial and I love this game! Climbing the mountain for a trial is beyond fantastic!
  63. ThyDanMan
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Amazing game. 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
  64. lesley_dias
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    A good game, with a pretty art direction, and incrible things to do and physics systems, for me is the best game i already played ! We have a magical adventure with Link, the definitve hero of the games, thank you nintendo for all!
  65. skyfly12
    Apr 15, 2017
    10
    With a world so beautiful and so massive it's sure you are going to playing hours and hours only exploring. It was worth waiting for years just seeing this masterpiece. Thank you Nintendo.
  66. VariableSpark
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Ignore the morons that think they're funny by rating it a 0 out of spite (yeah, seems realistic that it's that bad when the metascore is 98. Super funny troll, guys! lollloollool!!!111!!11)

    This game is gorgeous, and easily one of the best games I've played in a long time. I know it's early in the year, but this is definitely a contender for GOTY.
  67. StudentOfTheGam
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best game of the decade, the open world is vast and breathtaking (pun intended). Was afraid it would not live up to the hype, but I think it managed to surpass it! Frankly I don't want to spend too much time on this review so I can get right back to playing the game! It's beyond addicting.
  68. Animegroove
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    esté juego ya regresó a su lugar (a su trono en el olimpo) ya no hay nada que hablar,

    proximamente juego del año, ya se gano el titulo de lo mejor del e3, lo mejor de gamescorn y lo mas esperado de game awards
  69. DavidRA
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Un juego que es una virgeria de jugar, buena historia y jugabilidad, que te cautiva con su musica y su entorno, realmente recomendable y muy digno sucesor del TLOZ: Ocarine Of Time.
  70. triskyhd
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    In the starting area " great plateau" there is endless amounts of things to do and it feels huge! I climbed a mountain to find a shrine and it felt like such a journey. I felt accomplishment something you rarely feel on video games these days.
    This has to be without a doubt game of the year, and as my experience with the game continues i feel like it could possibly be the best game ever made.
  71. abelleba
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    masterpiece in open word design, an incredible atmosphere that just shows and tells has much as the unique look of the art direction, full of details that made it full so replete of life, with new mechanics and level of interaction rarely field in other games. the combat is so well achieved, in the way Nintendo refined and at the same time make more complex and deep the already enjoyablemasterpiece in open word design, an incredible atmosphere that just shows and tells has much as the unique look of the art direction, full of details that made it full so replete of life, with new mechanics and level of interaction rarely field in other games. the combat is so well achieved, in the way Nintendo refined and at the same time make more complex and deep the already enjoyable and nearly perfect combat system of the past entries in the series, a wide variety of weapons, armor and items in general, a massive land that is so satisfactory to explore in a game full of personality and unique field that just guaranties a experience never achieved and a zelda game but also in any other open word, by the way you can drop bombs wile you plane Hiroshima style, is so pleasing to play a cataclysm alarm when you bomb a bokoblin settlement 1/-8… Expand
  72. Raziel1984
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This is one of those games capable to set new standars. Ok, there is some slowdowns, and there aren't hundreds of different kind of enemies like in Dark Souls; but it is so incredible in every way, that it's impossible to not bow in front of it in awe, and give it the perfect score, which is not perfection, but the total marvelousnes this game achieves.
  73. Cygnus
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    First of all I am disgusted by reading several zero scores with the exact same text, this behaviour is not really correct. 2nd of all I love the game, something different, especially from nintendo. And it proves once again, everything they do remains incredibly successful. Spend the whole day playing it and I can't wait to continue.
  74. Draygoon
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best zelda game i've ever played. brings me back to the ocarina of time days. the open exploration that you get in the game is like none other. the world map is huge gameplay is fun and exciting. the amount of weapons seems endless.
  75. Capernics
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Game is honestly amazing. I don't feel like writing a lot, but let's just say I played until 6 am with no breaks on launch night. Graphics aren't highly realistic but the game is absolutely beautiful regardless. Runs better in tablet mode. The game plays wonderfully and post update, the motion controls even work very well. I would've rated a 9 because of the performance issues in dockGame is honestly amazing. I don't feel like writing a lot, but let's just say I played until 6 am with no breaks on launch night. Graphics aren't highly realistic but the game is absolutely beautiful regardless. Runs better in tablet mode. The game plays wonderfully and post update, the motion controls even work very well. I would've rated a 9 because of the performance issues in dock mode, but I see a lot of people are just spamming 0/10's for the sake of it/to troll. Just doing my part to help balance it out and get this game the score it deserves.… Expand
  76. Corgiwan
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game isn't perfect. I'm giving it a 10 because I have to round up my 9.8 score for it. This game is pretty damn near perfect, and I'm sure it will get GOTY. The ONLY downside for it is that there are points in the game where there is a frame rate drop.

    Being a PC gamer myself, I notice these drops more often than those who are not used to the crisp 60 fps that PC can give. However,    This game isn't perfect. I'm giving it a 10 because I have to round up my 9.8 score for it. This game is pretty damn near perfect, and I'm sure it will get GOTY. The ONLY downside for it is that there are points in the game where there is a frame rate drop.

    Being a PC gamer myself, I notice these drops more often than those who are not used to the crisp 60 fps that PC can give. However, I quickly got over it and adjusted. Whats more, if you simply can't bear it you can just switch to handheld mode and the frame drops are gone.

    If you liked Ocarina, then you'll love this. If Ocarina is your favorite Zelda game, then this will probably dethrone it. There's so much to do in this game, and its so well executed that you just get lost in the world for hours upon hours.

    It's unfortunate that there's so many salty people that have their jimmies all rustled up because the critic reviews are damn near perfect. These people are just going to try and give as many super low scores as possible even though they don't even own the game. This game deserves the high scores it is receiving, and no salty kids are going to stop it from getting GOTY, and all with what they consider **** graphics.    … Expand
  77. BerpMandibulo
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    So there are stupid Sonyers that just want to take the game down? That just make it bigger, I hadn't finish it yet but what I played seems to me awesome! Sonyers, enjoy your Horizon Zero Dawn as much as we do with Zelda and don't try to **** up our games, we are all gamers, remember it. Happy gaming.
  78. Geminorum
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo haters and Sony **** are screwing the votes, but we don't really care about this. We love to play it, and we don't even needs a petition to stop them, just like they've done with uncharted 4 because it's a more of the same of a trilogy. I don't even need to review Zelda, it's a true game, not a benchmark just like uncharted or The Shorter 1886
  79. Rixstar
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is awesome. Just play it and you will remember it well and want to keep playing. The soundtrack is pretty good. The game play is great and there is so much to do, even after the campaign.
  80. Martineitor
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best games in history. It is at the level of some games like Ocarina of Time, GTA San Andreas, Resident Evil 4, Super Mario 64, Final Fantasy VII or Metal Gear Solid. This game is... simply amazing. I have been playing it for hours and hours, and this game deserves a 10. The only thing that I didn't like was the short durability of some weapons, but they're so easy toThis is one of the best games in history. It is at the level of some games like Ocarina of Time, GTA San Andreas, Resident Evil 4, Super Mario 64, Final Fantasy VII or Metal Gear Solid. This game is... simply amazing. I have been playing it for hours and hours, and this game deserves a 10. The only thing that I didn't like was the short durability of some weapons, but they're so easy to get that it isn't even important. Wolf Link is really recommended. Its graphics are perfect, its story is perfect (specially to Zelda fans or people that know a little bit about this saga) and it is really, really funny and relaxing. Fights are fun and I think that dungeons, even they're not as memorable as in Ocarina of Time ir Wind Waker, they're great and very well designed. Although very people say it, it isn't overrated at all. Don't believe those people who gives it a 0 or a 4, because most of them are Sony fanboys that envy this game... And finally, I have to say that I'M NOT A NINTENDO FANBOY, I REALLY LOVE SONY AND PLAYSTATION, I HAVE EVERY SINGLE PLAYSTATION SINCE PSX, but some people like me hates Nintendo. I don't have Wii U, but in Switch this game is awesome and I saw that it is practically the same. Really recommend this game and I hope you found this helpful!!! Enjoy it.… Expand
  81. xrnoz
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is the best game of all time because I say it is, and you know it too, can't deny it. All reviewers say it, the best reviews, it's true.
  82. bobbysorg
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Gran juego, buenos gráficos y excelente historia y una gran salto de estilo a sandbox perfecto :3
    Es genial que tenga doblaje, al fin zelda tiene voz y los crafteos estan geniales
  83. Rickythomas
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This ain't horizon, Skyrim THIS IS THE LEGEND OF ZELDA! I wish I'm able to give 11 out of 10! The art style is great, the world is beautiful and so much to do. I just want to lay on the grass and feel the freedom of the game.
  84. Flarzy
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    It's an astonishing game, very much worth the wait. The world is immense and for much of my surprise very well detailed and full of life, the main theme of this Zelda was *Exploration* and it accomplishes that brilliantly, your senses of wonder and surprise keep getting rewarded as you play this game and keep exploring. This game is truly a masterpiece very deserving the title of *bestIt's an astonishing game, very much worth the wait. The world is immense and for much of my surprise very well detailed and full of life, the main theme of this Zelda was *Exploration* and it accomplishes that brilliantly, your senses of wonder and surprise keep getting rewarded as you play this game and keep exploring. This game is truly a masterpiece very deserving the title of *best Zelda game* if not *best game* there is!… Expand
  85. TurboDGaming
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolutely the best game that I've ever played. The art style is amazing, scenery is incredible, combat is deep and rewarding, yet challenging. Dying is no longer as cruel as past games, and it's overall highly polished.
  86. Cprens
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    El juego es enorme. Tiene una jugabilidad grandiosa. La saga Zelda de por si tiene historias maravillosas y en ésta se sobró. Es algo nuevo para los fans de la saga un mundo abierta tan elaborado a pesar de que no tiene super gráficos y podría decir que en gráficos no compite con ninguna consola actual pero tiene una capacidad de sumergirte en ese mundo y de entretener que da miedo sinEl juego es enorme. Tiene una jugabilidad grandiosa. La saga Zelda de por si tiene historias maravillosas y en ésta se sobró. Es algo nuevo para los fans de la saga un mundo abierta tan elaborado a pesar de que no tiene super gráficos y podría decir que en gráficos no compite con ninguna consola actual pero tiene una capacidad de sumergirte en ese mundo y de entretener que da miedo sin necesidad de grandiosos gráficos. En cuanto a jugabilidad es la mejor experiencia que he tenido solo comparable con GTA 5 sientes que puedes hacer de todo en ese mundo abierto.… Expand
  87. TodynhoLacta
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    fantastico jogo bem trabalho vc tem infinitas posibilidades do que se fazer no game concerteza ocarina of time ta com seus dias contados.irineu vc nao sabe nem eu
  88. shawndumas
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Beautiful...
    Stunning...
    Inspiring...

    As others have said, probably the best Zelda ever; maybe the best game ever. Can't wait to see it's version of Majora Mask
  89. Smashmatt202
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breathtaking, expansive, deep, with the freedom to go about the game however you please. That, is The Legend of Zelda, when it began, and what it is now.
  90. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The legend of zelda is a great franchise with great games that should be inspirational for new IPs in the future.

    The legend of zelda Breath of the wild is a fantastic game 10/10
  91. Zedarius
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Beautiful open world. I haven't had this sense of pure joy and freedom in quite a while. I'm very excited to sink many, many hours into this game. Looks beautiful on the switch screen, and looks great on the big screen.
  92. xess0fd00m
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    It's been already 15 hours of gameplay. It is insane the amount of places you can travel to. You see a mountain? You can climb it. A distant ocean? You can get to it. Vast fields of green? You can walk through them. The freedom given to us is simply breathtaking. The game visuals are perfect in the way they were intended to: it pushes Wii U's hardware to its limit, even dropping someIt's been already 15 hours of gameplay. It is insane the amount of places you can travel to. You see a mountain? You can climb it. A distant ocean? You can get to it. Vast fields of green? You can walk through them. The freedom given to us is simply breathtaking. The game visuals are perfect in the way they were intended to: it pushes Wii U's hardware to its limit, even dropping some frames at times (which for me is not a big of a deal).
    Along with all of the above, the game still is a ZELDA title, with all the characters, places and history we are used to and love.
    This was a huge step forward from Nintendo when it comes to the LoZ library. We will likely be talking about this game 10, 20 years from now. A legacy as important (if not MORE important) as Ocarina of Time.    … Expand
  93. Todo88
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Let me preface the following by saying I'm only about 5 hours into the game so far. Having said that,

    So I'm about five hours in now and really pleased with what I've played so far. I've never finished a Zelda game but I played The Legend of Zelda on the NES, put a lot of hours into A Link to the Past on my GBA, and am progressing through Link Between Worlds, OoT3D, and Majora's Mask 3D    Let me preface the following by saying I'm only about 5 hours into the game so far. Having said that,

    So I'm about five hours in now and really pleased with what I've played so far. I've never finished a Zelda game but I played The Legend of Zelda on the NES, put a lot of hours into A Link to the Past on my GBA, and am progressing through Link Between Worlds, OoT3D, and Majora's Mask 3D on my 3DS. I am generally not a fan of open world games such as Witcher 3, Fallout 3/NV/4, Skyrim, et al. *BUT* this game has me wrapped around it's finger like crazy so far.

    Generally I'm anxious about putting off quests and exploring but I've been having a blast just wandering off to areas to see if I could get to them, check out the wildlife and plant life, and see if there are any shrines. The combat has been fun and difficult at times without feeling too punishing when I die. The artwork and sound design of this game are stunning to me. I've seen a couple of people mention Studio Ghibli vibes and I tend to agree.

    For now, that's all I'll say. I don't want to get into to much detail because I think it's best experienced with as little information as possible, but needless to say I'm very happy with my Switch/BotW. I haven't had a game live up to the hype like this since GTA:V back in 2013, personally.    … Expand
  94. MyGoodMustache
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Zelda Breath of the Wild is a real good game with lots of things to do.
    Personally I've spent all my time so far role playing that I was taking a bath in the tub you wake up in at the beginning. I'm getting so freaking clean, but every time I get out I step in some dirt and have to take another bath.
  95. Zokas
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    all you need to know about this game is 'The game of the year ' this game will make u play with your lifetime and the mindblow gameplay with you every way ,like went you go to [school,work, even with your date]
  96. AlexRamosQueiro
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    MELHOR ZELDA DESDE OCARINA OF TIME!! da pra perder horas e horas jogando essa LENDA
    joguei a versão do WiiU e mal posso esperar para jogar a versão do switch
  97. Crawnut
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolutely glorious. A true masterpiece, handcrafted to please you in the smallest ways. Breath of the Wild is the best game I have ever had the pleasure to play.
  98. HorizonZeroDown
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is a solid 10.
    Im not even a nintendrone but, since i saw the first trailer i knew that this zelda was amazing, best game of the decade and probably, best game of all time.
    In order to make this review, i sold my gaming PC and my car, i buyed the switch and the game with the 20 dll season pass. Pros: -Perfect story timing -natural and organic ambientation, a lot of trees    This game is a solid 10.
    Im not even a nintendrone but, since i saw the first trailer i knew that this zelda was amazing, best game of the decade and probably, best game of all time.

    In order to make this review, i sold my gaming PC and my car, i buyed the switch and the game with the 20 dll season pass.

    Pros:
    -Perfect story timing
    -natural and organic ambientation, a lot of trees
    -Incredible consistant and solid gameplay, with game mechanics that gives the player total freedom to go across the Stupidly big map of Hyrule.
    -sometimes, the framerate dropped to 20 fps, giving a more cinematic experience
    -Human and deep characters
    -Good IA

    Bad things:
    -nothing

    I rated this game with a 7/10, until i realized that the game have donkeys.
    I LOVE DONKEY SHOW TIJUANA REFERENCES IN VIDEOGAMES.

    SOLID 10/10
    Best game of all time    … Expand
  99. DREWtheBAWS
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I never felt a feeling of freedom as big as in this game. The scope of the game is incredible. While going to my main objectives i was always finding things that would distract me, deviating me from the road i was going to take, making me find new gear which feels really satisfying since weapons break really easily.
    This game truly deserve the praise its getting. The game gives a sense of    I never felt a feeling of freedom as big as in this game. The scope of the game is incredible. While going to my main objectives i was always finding things that would distract me, deviating me from the road i was going to take, making me find new gear which feels really satisfying since weapons break really easily.
    This game truly deserve the praise its getting. The game gives a sense of wonder never felt before in ANY open world games before. AND it is FUN!!! The story as well is really surprising by moments and is well executed for the non linear/not story driven type of game this Master Piece is. Truly a 10/10    … Expand
  100. isaymoo
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    This game is great. I actually own all of the amiibo, both breath of the wild series and Zelda 30th. By far this is my favorite Zelda game ever. I guarantee that every single idiot who is not giving this game at least 8 out of 10 has never played it, and the raw amount of things you can do is amazing, nothing is too easy or too difficult, and this game is just plain good. It deserves allThis game is great. I actually own all of the amiibo, both breath of the wild series and Zelda 30th. By far this is my favorite Zelda game ever. I guarantee that every single idiot who is not giving this game at least 8 out of 10 has never played it, and the raw amount of things you can do is amazing, nothing is too easy or too difficult, and this game is just plain good. It deserves all of the praise it gets, and none of this BS backlash from people who don't want the game to have a good score.… 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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