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. Minishfrank
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. It has the perfect balance between narrative, gameplay and user experience. Thank you Nintendo! This is no doubt one of the greatest games ever made BRAVO!!!!
  2. dbizal
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    The Hype is real. The game is breathtaking!

    Don't believe the negative reviews from the scrubs of the wild. Shame that over 1k people don't have anything better to do with their lives other than give 0/10 scores because the game isn't on their system of choice. It's quite sad really.
  3. VoicedReason
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    For those who just dont get it, its not because the game lacks in any way. its because salty people lack imagination. The game deserves a 10 and future games will incorporate a lot of BotW's innovations. Just know the game is good. anyone who says otherwise just got offended by its greatness.
  4. Kipperdoodles
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    The game is truly the epitome of not only the Zelda franchise, but for open world games as a whole. Nintendo has set a new standard in the art of video games. Bravo!
  5. AKraftyBasterd
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game is an awesome return to open world exploration. You have a plethora of things you can do, and a huge world in which to do them, and generally you can choose any order in which to do them, even if that means you WILL die a lot. The game auto-saves often, so test your might, stretch your wings (or paraglider), and explore a world with loving detail. The negative reviews, from whatThis game is an awesome return to open world exploration. You have a plethora of things you can do, and a huge world in which to do them, and generally you can choose any order in which to do them, even if that means you WILL die a lot. The game auto-saves often, so test your might, stretch your wings (or paraglider), and explore a world with loving detail. The negative reviews, from what I have been able to see, are whiny little elitists upset by technical things like FPS, but don't bother to actually, ya know, play the game. Some of them even say it is good, but then give it a zero, which implies some misunderstanding of how the score works?… Expand
  6. RememberRoni
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Sin saber muy bien lo que me iba a encontrar con este Zelda, Nintendo me ha sorprendido de una manera muy grata, muestra una revolución en los juegos de mundo abierto y el cómo se puede ir a más sin necesidad de tirar de misiones secundarias pedorras y miles de recolectables para alargar horas de juego vacías. Este juego a sin duda una Aventura capaz de hacerte replantear el hecho de si laSin saber muy bien lo que me iba a encontrar con este Zelda, Nintendo me ha sorprendido de una manera muy grata, muestra una revolución en los juegos de mundo abierto y el cómo se puede ir a más sin necesidad de tirar de misiones secundarias pedorras y miles de recolectables para alargar horas de juego vacías. Este juego a sin duda una Aventura capaz de hacerte replantear el hecho de si la industria va por mal camino, y marcará un antes y después en ella. Por cierto, comed manzanas.… Expand
  7. Cosmonauta
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing, The exploration is very good and the combat is fine. I, personally, think that the frame rate drops are very low and are irrelevant as they only occur when walking around, or in villages.
    The amiibo feature is very cool in my opinion as I have got Epona from a Link amiibo and you can get a lot of great in-game items for using amiibo that is compatible with the game.    This game is amazing, The exploration is very good and the combat is fine. I, personally, think that the frame rate drops are very low and are irrelevant as they only occur when walking around, or in villages.
    The amiibo feature is very cool in my opinion as I have got Epona from a Link amiibo and you can get a lot of great in-game items for using amiibo that is compatible with the game. If you use an amiibo that isn't compatible, you will just get food and ingredients, which i think is quite cool.

    Overall, i strongly believe that this game is THE BEST Zelda game that has been made so far as it does everything good about previous games, and so much more    … Expand
  8. riverdalezelda
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    My favourite game ever, great story, art style, combat, controls and a very big world where you can explore whatever you want. This game is a masterpiece.
  9. Alexbaileync
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Game is excellent. Narrative is told well, world is open but alive, graphically beautiful, etc. Soundtrack is also great. Would recommend to long time fans and first timers alike.
  10. Zalbags
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    I came here to just see what the score was, because after 4 days of playing this game, I thought I would give my 2 cents worth and was surprised at the polarization. Most people seem to love this game, but about 20% seem to not like it at all. This is very puzzling, so I thought I would give my take. To begin, I have been in love with the Zelda series since the first installment on regularI came here to just see what the score was, because after 4 days of playing this game, I thought I would give my 2 cents worth and was surprised at the polarization. Most people seem to love this game, but about 20% seem to not like it at all. This is very puzzling, so I thought I would give my take. To begin, I have been in love with the Zelda series since the first installment on regular NES as a young child. I grew up on Nintendo, and have played almost all of the Zelda games completely. For those who have been around and played all the games, and loved the original Legend of Zelda for NES, you will most likely love this game as well. To me, this game is the closest they have come to actually realizing the epic adventure of the first installment. There are so many throwbacks to that original game, and it is truly epic. Had I been in charge of game design, this is the direction I wanted to see. Open world exploration without a set linear path, which is how the first game played, granted, as open world as you can get for a 2D game, but none the less, this is the modern day version of that game. To be honest, I haven't enjoyed the last 2 games as much, skyward sword and twilight princess, as the games felt to me pretty linear. Go to dungeon, get new tool, go to next dungeon. Solve some puzzles, and don't get me wrong, I love the zelda puzzles. But that original title has a lot of exploration too. To me that has been what was missing. Not to mention, the past couple games were in my opinion, too easy. This game gives a healthy challenge. At times, almost feeling like Demon Souls. Creatures will just 1 shot you if you get hit by some stuff. Overall, this game is just breathtaking, and to me, is the best zelda game period.… Expand
  11. rafacollado_64
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    El mejor juego de la historia sin ninguna duda, NINTENDO lo ha vuelto hacer e ilusionar a toda una genereación con su nueva consola y el nuevo ZELDA, me siento como un niño al volver a revivir estas emociones.
  12. KuroroLuc
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Ocarina of time por un lado y Breath of the Wild por el otro abrazan toda la historia del videojuego moderno. BotW vuelve a recrear la inmersión del primer Zelda pero ahora en las 3 dimensiones.
  13. Dturtle
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    I played Zelda when it fist came out on Nintendo System, but my favourite was the one on snes "Legend of Zelda: a Link to the past",even with all those old and petty graphics, for me the world was immersive, engaging story and gameplay. Then I lost track of the other Zelda games prior to Nintendo switch. Then a few days ago I got this, and then all those old petty graphics from the pastI played Zelda when it fist came out on Nintendo System, but my favourite was the one on snes "Legend of Zelda: a Link to the past",even with all those old and petty graphics, for me the world was immersive, engaging story and gameplay. Then I lost track of the other Zelda games prior to Nintendo switch. Then a few days ago I got this, and then all those old petty graphics from the past have been blown up to a massive world, massive gameplay, Everything massive from the past, the only difference is the artwork (it is still beautiful nonetheless )...... I'm in love!!!! Excellent!! If you still value your lives, stay away from this game :D… Expand
  14. whosthemann
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    I've been a major Zelda fan my entire life and I have never played a Zelda more deserving of a 10. This game is both vast and intriguing. There is never a lack of things to do in this game. I’ve spent a lot of time climbing very tall object just so I can watch the sunset and sunrise. This game is a Zelda masterpiece in addition to being one of the best games I have ever played. I can’t putI've been a major Zelda fan my entire life and I have never played a Zelda more deserving of a 10. This game is both vast and intriguing. There is never a lack of things to do in this game. I’ve spent a lot of time climbing very tall object just so I can watch the sunset and sunrise. This game is a Zelda masterpiece in addition to being one of the best games I have ever played. I can’t put it down.… Expand
  15. CunningGoblin
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Game is amazing. Can't stop playing it. Have not had this kind of bewilderment with a game since I was a kid. Almost feels like what FF7 or OoT felt like that first time I picked them up. World feels amazing to explore, combat is fun and more difficult then past games.
  16. HydroCentaur
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Increíble juego, desde los primeros minutos no lo dejas de jugar, no soy fanboy ni nada por el estilo, puedo decir que dispongo de todos las consolas de mesa así como las portátiles y en lo que se refiere este es el título se ha convertido en el de mis favoritos, y viendo la calificación general, aun hay gente que desfavoralizan un juego que realmente merece la pena y que son gente muy muyIncreíble juego, desde los primeros minutos no lo dejas de jugar, no soy fanboy ni nada por el estilo, puedo decir que dispongo de todos las consolas de mesa así como las portátiles y en lo que se refiere este es el título se ha convertido en el de mis favoritos, y viendo la calificación general, aun hay gente que desfavoralizan un juego que realmente merece la pena y que son gente muy muy cerrada, porque a mi parecer este juego es grandioso en muchos aspectos., hace mucho tiempo que esperaba un juego de esta magnitud, Masterpiece.… Expand
  17. meta_nor
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    It is the main element of the open world that the player decides subjectively the purpose of play. I feel strongly by playing the legend of Zelda. It is important to save Hyrule, but now my purpose has changed to adventure all over Hyrule.

    I do not like the design of open world games that chase a lot of icons. Of course, the legend of Zelda also has an icon indicating the destination.    It is the main element of the open world that the player decides subjectively the purpose of play. I feel strongly by playing the legend of Zelda. It is important to save Hyrule, but now my purpose has changed to adventure all over Hyrule.

    I do not like the design of open world games that chase a lot of icons. Of course, the legend of Zelda also has an icon indicating the destination. But that's not enough to disturb adventure and make you feel like working.

    This is exactly adventure.

    Go up a mountain, find a shrine, and glide in a different place. Go to the unexplored place, meet occasionally Kolog. The enemies in the road are very stronger than the previous series. I devise how to fight and make it through.

    I was truly impressed that the sound environment matches time and space. The ascending air current by the flame and the physical calculation are wonderful, but it is a spice for directing the world of Breath of the Wild. Of course, rising air current can be used for para-sailing, wow.

    It is pleasant to fly in the sky in a world that is still too vast. It is fun to climb up a vertically elevated cliff. I think whether this enjoyment can not be tasted by moving only on the ground.

    I'd like all elder brothers who touched various open world titles to play Breath of the Wild.    … Expand
  18. gonzaloaguayor
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Juego magnífico, una brillante idea por parte de nintendo, mundo abierto, aventura, acción, drama, historia, algo fuera de lo común por parte de la compañía, graficos a 30 FPS que si bien no es muy buena señal, al momento de jugar pasan totalmente desapercibidos al menos en switch, espero que nintendo tenga mejor futuro y que éste sea el impulso para continuar una carrera de grandesJuego magnífico, una brillante idea por parte de nintendo, mundo abierto, aventura, acción, drama, historia, algo fuera de lo común por parte de la compañía, graficos a 30 FPS que si bien no es muy buena señal, al momento de jugar pasan totalmente desapercibidos al menos en switch, espero que nintendo tenga mejor futuro y que éste sea el impulso para continuar una carrera de grandes éxitos.… Expand
  19. Walopoh
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    One of the greatest games ever made, period. DO NOT BELIEVE THE TROLL POSTS WITH 0 SCORES. This game deserves the praise it's receiving and there is no "paid reviews", the game really is that good. The low-reviewers are trolls that are only trying to make fans of the game mad by spamming 0 score reviews to lower the User Score.

    Now as for the game, the amount of design and detail that    One of the greatest games ever made, period. DO NOT BELIEVE THE TROLL POSTS WITH 0 SCORES. This game deserves the praise it's receiving and there is no "paid reviews", the game really is that good. The low-reviewers are trolls that are only trying to make fans of the game mad by spamming 0 score reviews to lower the User Score.

    Now as for the game, the amount of design and detail that is put into every single part of this game is incredible. The world enormous but you continually run into something completely new every 20 seconds. There is so many things to do in this game that you will NEVER run out. Seriously, 100% complete everything is this game would take weeks of gametime.

    If you are on the fence of buying this game or another game, GET THIS GAME! It can not be overstated!    … Expand
  20. LJGE
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    this game reinvents the past zelda conventionts, used since ocarina of time, and returns to its roots, with a vast world for you to explore and interact with, giving you the freedom that you have always wanted

    it may have small frame rate issues, but dont let that deter you from playing this wonderfull game.
  21. Lilith8
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Un juego maravilloso. Nunca te quedas sin cosas por hacer, los personajes son carisma pura, la dificultad es equilibrada y el mundo es hermoso.
    Puedes quedarte en la cima de una montaña observando el paisaje sin aburrirte. Los efectos del clima están súper bien logrados y el tema del vestuario y la comida es muy interesante.
  22. Usernameemanres
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game sucks because I said so if you say it's good then you're an obvious Nintendo fanboy 0/10- 99.99% of the negative reviews for this game. Especially the most "helpful" negative review where the OP's only review is this game
  23. kingsky
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    I have never bought a single console on release day but for Zelda I just couldn't stop myself. Played for 10 hours straight on first day. Everything about this game is just so perfect.
  24. cydnel
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    I haven't played the game, but since metacritic is doing absolutely nothing about the butthurt trolls rating this game 0 I'm going to give it a 10 to conter some toxic reviews. Kudos.
  25. Chaotears
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    No es Horizon, este juego si provoca ilusión, este juego si vende consolas, este juego si demuestra lo mierda que es la comunidad, la gran cantidad de comentarios a lo "no lo he jugado ni lo voy a jugar" dejan muy en claro la edad de muchos, en fin, 10/10
  26. umo
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Absolutely amazing game and one of the best if not the best in the open world genre.

    Beautiful graphics in a wide variety of environments from wide open fields to dense forests, steep cliffs, mountain ranges, a gigantic volcano and beautiful view meltingly hot desert. It as much a joy to look at these varied locales as it is to explore them. And traversal is fun and varied from    Absolutely amazing game and one of the best if not the best in the open world genre.

    Beautiful graphics in a wide variety of environments from wide open fields to dense forests, steep cliffs, mountain ranges, a gigantic volcano and beautiful view meltingly hot desert. It as much a joy to look at these varied locales as it is to explore them. And traversal is fun and varied from climbing to paragliding to horse riding across the land and lends itself to many screenshot wallpaper worthy moments to treasure forever. All accompanied by the sounds of nature and beautifully orchestrated sound track that dynamically adjusts to the locations and activities occurring on screen and kicks in the defining tracks when you are in the right place and at the right time to maximise emotional impact.

    The game has a seamless open world and very few loading screens that only occur when fast travelling or entering shrines and even when they do occur they are pretty short (8-10 seconds) Aside from that you can go anywhere, anytime, from any angle...and I mean it. Feeling like finding shrines? Exploring the world? Doing Side quests? Epic battles? Go right ahead! The game lets you go wild and free after to exit The Great Plateau. Feeling some extra courage? go straight to the final boss of the game.

    The world has many small touches that really make it feel alive. Villagers have names and schedules and lives where they interact with one another, go about carrying out their duties and when you interact with them they make relevant comments about your attire, their surroundings, enemies, etc. Talk to everyone, you may be surprised by what you hear.

    The game has a weather system that has a huge impact on gameplay. When lightning strikes its best to avoid metal weapons and clothing with metal as it could attract lightning and kill you and Rainfall causes rocks to be harder to climb as they are slippery but will also mask the sounds of your footsteps and make sneaking easier. The weather near the volcano is so hot that wooden objects burst into flame and special gear is needed to make it through their alive. Same can be said for the Cold mountaintops and the desert features a bit of both as it varies between the 2 extremes from day to night. Best part is that you can use these systems in battle by placing metal objects near enemies and have a lightning strike wipe them out! or take advantage of the rain to sneak past them or position yourself for a sneak attack and get the jump on them.

    The Combat in this game is excellent as well giving a wide variety of weapons from Swords, Claymores, Axes, Hammers, Boomerangs, Magic Rods, Bows, and Spears etc. and they all have a limited durability that raises the challenge in battle while at the same time giving you an incentive to try out other weapon types and strategise and adapt to situations on the fly. You also have a wide variety of control as you can Parry, do a Slo Mo counter attack, Sneak Attack, Throw the weapon you're holding at an enemy, Combos, Power attacks and jump attacks, and switch between your short range and long range weapons on the fly.

    But Hyrule is not all blood and gore as there are over a hundred Shrines, many side quests and hundreds of small mini puzzles as well the 4 main great dungeons of the game that test your wits and understanding of the game mechanics thoroughly in puzzles ranging from straightforward in the beginning to head scratching and mind bogglingly unique. At the same each shrine some times comes with an extra optional treasure chest that tests you further just in case you thought the puzzle in front of you was too simple.

    The story is also wonderfully told through voice acted cutscenes that are short and sweet and clearly define the personalities and outline key plot points to help understand what happened in Hyrule all those years ago. Although the story it self is straightforward it shines a new light and complexity to established characters and at the same time serves as a deeper meta narrative to what it means to be Zelda both as a character and as a game.

    Challenging convention is main point of this game and it courageously gives the players not only the tools but also the freedom to weave out their own unique adventure on a tapestry that is daring and deep as the player wants it to be. Zelda Breath of the Wild boldly stands out among not only the Zelda franchise but open world games as a whole and stands as a testament to what gaming can be.

    I would consider this the Greatest Zelda Game ever made and possibly the Best Video Game Ever made.    … Expand
  27. DanielDPD
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    I love this game. I miss some elements present in previous games like more complex dungeons or more variety of key items to use in dungeons. Despite the quantity of those key items, the puzzles which involves them are short but well designed and some (I've visited 27 and there is around 150) are a real challenge.

    And the world is fu***** big. I've only explored the East and after    I love this game. I miss some elements present in previous games like more complex dungeons or more variety of key items to use in dungeons. Despite the quantity of those key items, the puzzles which involves them are short but well designed and some (I've visited 27 and there is around 150) are a real challenge.

    And the world is fu***** big. I've only explored the East and after playing 30h I have yet a lot of places to visit for first time. Yes, only in the east part. And there is A LOT of side quest. And A LOT of characters to talk with. And every one of those characters gives you clues of the relationships of other people and have a routine system that changes depend on the weather and the moment of the day. The world is fully detailed. Even animals and monsters have routines.

    By the other hand, the ilumination used in this game is AWESOME. I think it is the most beautiful ilumination system I've seen in a game. Even more than the one used in Ghost Recon Wildlands which I've played in PC in Ultra.

    In the negative side, the frame rate and popping. It is true that in dock mode the game occasionally drops the frame rate from 30 to 20, but I think is logical. The moments when thus happens is when you are in an area with a lot of grass, buildings and have some monsters attacking you. Go to the same area, in the same situation but with no grass (cut it). You won't have frame rate drops.

    And I have to talk about antialiasing in docked mode. I'll be quick. I miss you!

    In conclussion. Despite the technical problems, the game itself is really big and awesome, and it has a lot of places to visit and things to do. Because the iumination you will have to buy a microSD because you won't stop taking screenshots.    … Expand
  28. Tankx75
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Legend is Zelda ... breath of the wild no words can describe how brilliant and vast this game is ... beautiful art direction ,great gameplay and combat massive open world .the game can't be faulted backed up by nearly all perfect scores across the board ... and to all the downvoters crapping on this game just because they can I say get a life , it's very petty and childish if your a trueLegend is Zelda ... breath of the wild no words can describe how brilliant and vast this game is ... beautiful art direction ,great gameplay and combat massive open world .the game can't be faulted backed up by nearly all perfect scores across the board ... and to all the downvoters crapping on this game just because they can I say get a life , it's very petty and childish if your a true gamer you should appreciate all games for there art style and interest even though it may not be on your console of choice .... if I could give this game a 20 out of 10 I would ...… Expand
  29. jio48
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game beats out all other zelda games. The level of exploration is unprecedented. All of the mechanics flow together and the story beats out any other game.
  30. ffe44
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game is greater than all other games I have played. It is at the pinnacle of creativity and I cannot imagine anything surpassing it in the coming future.
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Metascore
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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