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. ippo16
    Mar 5, 2017
    9
    i give 9 just because I would like better graphics, but the details are too much, everything is well colored, the worlds are different each other, quest are difficult and also the side quest as well, I am ps4 uset but i got to admit game of the year, sorry horizon zero dawn, but we have a winner
  2. kinruiz
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. la suma de todo lo positivo de la mayoría de juegos de Zelda, ha valido la pena la espera, el nuevo formato, es increíble, siempre tienes algo que hacer, hasta llegar al punto de olvidarse de la trama, gráficamente, es hermoso, la animación es fluida, los puzzle son geniales, el mundo es tan inmenso que consigue hacer sentir que somos pequeños!! no tengo queja alguna, es un reto y a la vez es maravilloso que el mundo se siente con vida, no como en "No Man´s Sky" gracias Nintendo.… Expand
  3. Linkdon
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Give credit where credit is due. So much ignorant hate, do you haters appreciate gaming at all? Is it not easy enough like CoD or GTA? Nintendo worked their butts off and it shows! Absolutely stunning game and it can be portable! Why would anyone with at least a high school education complain? Dumb, just dumb to hate on this game. All of the 0 of 10 are jealous fanboy haters. You earnedGive credit where credit is due. So much ignorant hate, do you haters appreciate gaming at all? Is it not easy enough like CoD or GTA? Nintendo worked their butts off and it shows! Absolutely stunning game and it can be portable! Why would anyone with at least a high school education complain? Dumb, just dumb to hate on this game. All of the 0 of 10 are jealous fanboy haters. You earned much of my respect back with this game Nintendo, good job.… Expand
  4. antiSonyLovers
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    excelente juego, tan bueno como ocarina of time
    no te visto bajadas de frame en la switch
    no he tenido problema alguno mundo abierto divertido, lleno de variedad, pero sobre todo de aventura y cosas por hacer hermoso apartado artistico es como jugar un anime de zelda musica excelente buena jugabilidad enemigos dificiles , buena dificultad en resumen, solo quien lo ha jugado    excelente juego, tan bueno como ocarina of time
    no te visto bajadas de frame en la switch
    no he tenido problema alguno
    mundo abierto divertido, lleno de variedad, pero sobre todo de aventura y cosas por hacer
    hermoso apartado artistico es como jugar un anime de zelda
    musica excelente
    buena jugabilidad
    enemigos dificiles , buena dificultad
    en resumen, solo quien lo ha jugado comprende lo interesante que es    … Expand
  5. FR5DDY
    Mar 4, 2017
    8
    Este videojuego en cuestión, es una extensión de lo que es Nintendo. Nintendo hace indies a gran escala. Es una pena ver todas esas praderas sin nada, como si de una textura plana se tratara. Por otro lado, este juego ha sido utilizado por Nintendo como su putita para vender la Switch. De ahí los multiples retrasos y el mal rendimiento, ya que es un port de wii u, que al intentar hacerloEste videojuego en cuestión, es una extensión de lo que es Nintendo. Nintendo hace indies a gran escala. Es una pena ver todas esas praderas sin nada, como si de una textura plana se tratara. Por otro lado, este juego ha sido utilizado por Nintendo como su putita para vender la Switch. De ahí los multiples retrasos y el mal rendimiento, ya que es un port de wii u, que al intentar hacerlo mas grande, ha jodido las 2 versiones. El juego es bueno y negarlo es de necios. Quizá el mapa no debería ser tan grande y hacer algo más pequeño pero más vivo. Aclaro, como no hacéis muchos de vosotros (haters o fanboys) que NO he jugado al juego. Y NO hace falta. La historia? Hay que vivirla. No son ni buenas ni malas, son lo que son. El juego se ve bonito, especialmente cuando no tienes una pradera vacía en tu cara. Hay torres de viaje rápido desde cualquier punto del mapa (sigh). El combate es regular. Lo juzgamos como videojuego, no como Zelda. Hay videojuegos con sistemas más avanzados que ya llevan en el mercado años. En fin, un buen juego de Nintendo. Simplemente. Sin ir al "BUAH, ES LO MEJOR DE MI VIDA" ni al "BUAH QUE MIERDAAA GRAFICOS DE PS2 xddddddd".… Expand
  6. darkaoron
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    This game does so well for the franchise as a whole in its method of telling the same story as the other Zeldas but still keeping it interesting, and its changes to a more simpler but more engaging combat system. I feel like the game has been truly modernize by sacrificing the stapled formula of the old 3d Zelda games in order to give the game an open endedness but still having the ZeldaThis game does so well for the franchise as a whole in its method of telling the same story as the other Zeldas but still keeping it interesting, and its changes to a more simpler but more engaging combat system. I feel like the game has been truly modernize by sacrificing the stapled formula of the old 3d Zelda games in order to give the game an open endedness but still having the Zelda feel. The major issue with this change in format though is that there was nothing wrong with the old way of doing things, and this will cause a lot of fans looking for the same old Zelda to feel like their beloved game has been forgotten. Nintendo has definitely tried to please everyone by throwing in mini-dungeons all across the world to fill in for the lack of open world puzzles that old Zelda titles had, but even these didnt consume that Zelda feel that i wanted in a Zelda game. This game is fun and i love playing it but it also makes me a bit sad as i'm worried that my old Zelda games will no longer be made. My nostalgia for the old format grows as i look for something to fill that gap. The best way i can describe this game as a hard core zelda fan is this.. I feel like i had a relationship with the old style of combat/worlds of zelda but that relationship had to end, and this new format that i know is better has come into take its place, yet i still linger and miss the old relationship i had with the Zelda franchise. This unfortunately will cause a split in the fan base for some time, as some players will want to hold onto that nostalgic style of gameplay for its comforting and familiar.… Expand
  7. SirEpicPigeon
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    I'm in love. This game isn't just a good Zelda game, it's an amazing free roaming experience in general. The freedom and sense of exploring they give you is beyond imagination. Yes I am a big Nintendo fan and I want them to succeed but(!), this game exceeded even the expectations of the Hype train.
  8. Dargonet
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    I am not a huge Zelda Fan. I played only Twilight Princess and Windwaker until now and even if I liked those games...I never considered them as masterpieces. Breath of the Wild is different. This huge world and freedom really is an open world action rpg with puzzles that beats my favorite games. Breath of the Wild is like the exploration of a ghibli movie world completely on your own andI am not a huge Zelda Fan. I played only Twilight Princess and Windwaker until now and even if I liked those games...I never considered them as masterpieces. Breath of the Wild is different. This huge world and freedom really is an open world action rpg with puzzles that beats my favorite games. Breath of the Wild is like the exploration of a ghibli movie world completely on your own and in your own pace. It is the best game I've played within the last 15 years out of hundreds and I can recommend this for everyone who is interested in those type of games. I like it even much more than the Witcher 3: Wild Hunt which was also a masterpiece in its unique way, because this world feels so organic and real...not even frame-rate issues could bother me right now.… Expand
  9. PythonHaunter
    Mar 5, 2017
    9
    We have to be honest about Breath of The Wild, as a game, its just incredible and very well made, but as a Zelda game, it fails, and it does very bad. We all know that the developers wanted this game to be an experience more like the original The Legend of Zelda for the NES, but over the years, the fans would expect something more like we waited for years, an experience with a lot ofWe have to be honest about Breath of The Wild, as a game, its just incredible and very well made, but as a Zelda game, it fails, and it does very bad. We all know that the developers wanted this game to be an experience more like the original The Legend of Zelda for the NES, but over the years, the fans would expect something more like we waited for years, an experience with a lot of dungeons, history and memorable characters, something we didnt really got it here. Despite all of this, Breath of The Wild is an awesome game, i really cant complain about it much.… Expand
  10. TheBobbyJ
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    I have not put down the game yet, this game was worth the wait and the hype.

    What disappoints me is the uneducated user reviewers claiming Nintendo bought their reviews smh, please do something else with your time.
  11. Danskyl7
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Una verdadera obra maestra! No hay otra forma de definir este juegazo. Espectacular en todos los sentidos, buena historia, buena jugabildad, bueno en todo.
  12. emilyrileyt
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best Nintendo game since Ocarina Of Time. I am a huge fan of The Legend of Zelda series, and this is certainly no exception! The massive open world, the graphics, the hardened enemies...all whilst still typically being a "Zelda" game you can enjoy: i.e. the puzzles, and the 'fantasy' element, etc.
    The only negatives I can think of would be the stamina bar, and the lack of combat tutorials. I think there is only one place in the game where you get a know-how on how to fight.    … Expand
  13. brianhermansen1
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Gotta love all the people who rate the game a 0 and haven't even played it. As a player of ALL video games, Breath of the Wild is an absolute 10. It's not trying to be anything but Zelda, and rating it a 10 does not diminish any other open world games - it doesn't make Skyrim LESS good, and it doesn't make the Witcher 3 LESS enthralling. Those games set out to do what they meant to do, andGotta love all the people who rate the game a 0 and haven't even played it. As a player of ALL video games, Breath of the Wild is an absolute 10. It's not trying to be anything but Zelda, and rating it a 10 does not diminish any other open world games - it doesn't make Skyrim LESS good, and it doesn't make the Witcher 3 LESS enthralling. Those games set out to do what they meant to do, and did it extremely well! Likewise, Breath of the Wild crafts a beautiful open world in which Link can do whatever he wants. The graphics are absolutely beautiful - again, this doesn't diminish the more realistic graphics of Horizon, nor does it mean that it's the defining animation to change the world - but it makes the world look & feel more alive than any other world I've ever explored. The story is Zelda, the combat is Zelda, the humor & NPCs are Zelda.

    This is a Zelda game, and it is the smoothest experience you may ever have if you enjoy great combat, exploration and fun!    … Expand
  14. 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
  15. Singlemum95
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    A true masterpiece.
    Fairly far removed from traditional LOZ games, but it certainly works! The world truly feels alive, and also has a sense of deep history behind it. Gameplay Mechanics 10/10 Graphics 9/10 (limitations are only from console capabilities).
  16. winchesterpj
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    It is the most complete game that has been played in years, the graphics are fantastic, the story is impressive, as the map is huge and you have many things to do in it, the game is not a straight line going in order the dungeons if not You can start wherever you want, as long as the music I like and is very successful as the dubbing is very achieved to my humble opinion.

    I recommend    It is the most complete game that has been played in years, the graphics are fantastic, the story is impressive, as the map is huge and you have many things to do in it, the game is not a straight line going in order the dungeons if not You can start wherever you want, as long as the music I like and is very successful as the dubbing is very achieved to my humble opinion.

    I recommend this game and you have to play as much as possible.    … Expand
  17. Chofo7
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    El juego es sorprendentemente maravilloso, no se porque hay notas negativas, supongo que son los ignorantes inconformes que no saben degustar de las maravillas de nintendo, son personas resentidas... hablado de zelda, es un juego diferente a los demas zeldas, es de exploracion y de un mundo totalmente abierto, puedes explorar y ver cada rincon con sus bellos graficos. de verdad me encanta...
  18. Drakkir
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    I never really enjoyed a Zelda game, or open world game. But it seems like combining the two is the magic recipe, because this game is awesome! I fully recommend to anyone, even if inexperienced with gaming overall as it eases in the difficulty very smoothly in the beginning.
  19. gilperez
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This game is one of the best games I've ever played. It truly is open world and the graphics are beautiful for a portable. It is a must have for the switch.
  20. GARU94
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    I tried to find flaws in this game, as every game does in fact have them, but despite having some of the shortest dungeons in the series with still easy and methodical boss battles, a music direction I'm not sold on, and a weapon system that I don't feel is properly implemented. Breath of the Wild managed to get me feel something I haven't felt in a game in a decade. I just couldn't stopI tried to find flaws in this game, as every game does in fact have them, but despite having some of the shortest dungeons in the series with still easy and methodical boss battles, a music direction I'm not sold on, and a weapon system that I don't feel is properly implemented. Breath of the Wild managed to get me feel something I haven't felt in a game in a decade. I just couldn't stop playing, the hours passed so fast I hadn't realized I had logged in around 15 hours in a single day. I was completely submerged in this incredible fantasy world. The sense of wonder and discovery was something I don't think I've ever experienced in a video game before and everything else just feels right.

    Easily the best game I've played in a long, long time , and after 80 hours I'm still playing and I don't want it to end.    … Expand
  21. Youngster_Aidan
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    The graphics are amazing, and to people saying that it does not run at 4k, do you even actually notice a difference when looking at a side by side comparison. No you do not. This is the most open world game I have ever played, and i have played Skyrim. Easily my favorite game ever.
  22. VVNo_NameVV
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    this game is the best entry in the series, what more needs to be said. and the little xbox fanboys who couldent believe that it was this good can go elf themselves, also the story is amazing as well as the music, gameplay wise its a masterclass and there seems to be no end to the content you can do.
  23. BestMMChz
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. beautiful game, amazing mechanics, innovative, smart and a huge step up for the series. The haters are all salty, the game is better Than Ocarina of Time. Do not listen to the jealous Sony Microsoft fanboys, they are purposely creating alt accounts to bash this game because Horizon didn't do better.… Expand
  24. DeadlyKenny
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    Breath of the wild is a masterpiece, yes it has a few frame drops, but not too much that it'll make you stop playing. 99% of negative comments are salty Sony and Xbox fanboys, do not listen to them. Jealousy makes you do idiotic things.
  25. splurgelex
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    If you have time to invest, this is the game for you. Having spent 80+ hours into it so far, completing the main story around 60+ hours, I can assure you, this game will engulf you. The vast world is vibrant and beautiful. The amount of quests, items, weapons and armor at your disposal is impressive, and not only for a Zelda game.

    The user reviews on here pushing a 0/10 are laughable    If you have time to invest, this is the game for you. Having spent 80+ hours into it so far, completing the main story around 60+ hours, I can assure you, this game will engulf you. The vast world is vibrant and beautiful. The amount of quests, items, weapons and armor at your disposal is impressive, and not only for a Zelda game.

    The user reviews on here pushing a 0/10 are laughable and really childish. This game is brilliant and should be played in its entirety.    … Expand
  26. Onzlo
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    This game is quite easily the best game I have played. As an owner of PS4, Xbox One, and a Switch, I believe that Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild is the best exclusive of all time. closely followed by the Uncharted and Forza series. A great step forward for nintendo which has given me and many other switch owners confidence that the switch will go strong for years to come as one ofThis game is quite easily the best game I have played. As an owner of PS4, Xbox One, and a Switch, I believe that Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild is the best exclusive of all time. closely followed by the Uncharted and Forza series. A great step forward for nintendo which has given me and many other switch owners confidence that the switch will go strong for years to come as one of the best consoles out there. Even if the Great Plateau was the size of the whole game it wouldn't be awful, there is so much to do all around the area and it only gets better when you leave. Great job nintendo!… Expand
  27. Naessarne
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First off - I can't believe the reviews marked zero. If you hate Nintendo there are plenty other consoles and games to enjoy, go play them!

    For me (after some 25 hours played) this game is a ten.

    Its not without its minor issues and i'll talk about them first. Frame rate - there are some spikes when playing in TV mode but nothing to write home about. Voice acting - I LIKE the Zelda typical 'grunts' and 'whoops' that accompany the story text. In some instances (little Zora kids singing) it is positively adorable and in other cased (Giant Fairy) it is...well...blush...see for yourself. BUT when one of the characters does speak, particularly a female character, it is with one of those British/English accents that doesn't exist. You know the kind the Queen has...

    That aside there is A LOT to love about the game.

    Open world - its stunning in scope, scale and graphical style

    Puzzles - some of the negative reviews have bemoaned the lack of Zelda typical 'dungeons'. Trust me there are loads. Between the hugely varied shrines (combat/physics type/or traditional elemental puzzles) and the pre-boss fight mini dungeons there is more than enough to keep you amused and occasionally frustrated

    Combat - as varied as the fragile weapons in your inventory. Only got arrows? Blow up an explosive barrel or sneak and try for a head shot. Only got a leaf? (yeah I said a leaf) - drop a spherical bomb and 'blow' it into a pack of enemies. The possibilities are endless.

    Story (from a half way through position) - engaging characters, funny and heat breaking all at once

    Side quests - range from the sublime to the ridiculous. Like the kid who wants to see all the weapons in the world so he can show his grandad when he 'see's him again'

    A must play game if you like the Zelda series and great fun for any RPG fan    … Expand
  28. aparra911
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Masterpiece.

    Ignore the negative reviews. They are just trying to lower the overall score - most haven't even played the game at all.

    Play it. It's an absolute must have.
  29. Euan
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    This game looks great and plays great. I know it is not at 4k or 60fps but it is on a portable console which is great. I can take this whenever i need to go on the train. Its not perfect some features could be more interestings for example quite a few times i had to look up how to get certain things like recipies since they are not saved. i think this game is great and hope nintendoThis game looks great and plays great. I know it is not at 4k or 60fps but it is on a portable console which is great. I can take this whenever i need to go on the train. Its not perfect some features could be more interestings for example quite a few times i had to look up how to get certain things like recipies since they are not saved. i think this game is great and hope nintendo improve on this formula in the futrue… Expand
  30. Hummus4ever
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Fantastic, I've been having a great time with it! The graphics are beautiful, the world is huge, and it feels like as though everything in the game was extremely well thought out. I'm 50 hours in and not even close to being done.
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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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