The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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8.7

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  1. Malkevian
    May 12, 2020
    10
    Шикарная игра! Одна из лучших игр в которые я играл! На протяжении всей игры меня проследовало ощущение "что а здесь и так можно!?" очень рекомендую! И если в плане игровых механик и игрового процесса здесь все отлично то вот с сжатом беда он тут номинальный и это грустно, хотелось бы увидеть более развернутую историю так же из недостатков можно отметить почти полное отсутсвиеШикарная игра! Одна из лучших игр в которые я играл! На протяжении всей игры меня проследовало ощущение "что а здесь и так можно!?" очень рекомендую! И если в плане игровых механик и игрового процесса здесь все отлично то вот с сжатом беда он тут номинальный и это грустно, хотелось бы увидеть более развернутую историю так же из недостатков можно отметить почти полное отсутсвие режиссированных игровых моментов от чего игрок может пойти игру не разу не увидит интересных игровых мотетов, эта игра из жанра развлеки себя сам и если игроку будет интересно копаться в механиках и пробовать разные "штуки" поверяя игру на прочность то эта игра способна его удивить, если же игрок садится с настроем "ну давай развлекай" то игра может показаться ему довольно пресной! не смотря на все выше сказаное THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: BREATH OF THE WILD обязательна к ознакомлению всем фанатам видеоигр!… Expand
  2. Simplified
    May 11, 2020
    9
    The pacing is at times slow and combat can be overly difficult, but this game is absolutely breathtaking in every other aspect.
  3. Epixpice
    May 11, 2020
    10
    Breath of the Wild is by far the best Zelda game and probably the epitome of Nintendo. If you look around you will realize the amount of effort put into every little detail of the map and how seemingly simple events are designed in such a way to ensure your delight. It looks amazing without needing beefy hardware and fills your heart with Hyrule's hope for a brighter future using theBreath of the Wild is by far the best Zelda game and probably the epitome of Nintendo. If you look around you will realize the amount of effort put into every little detail of the map and how seemingly simple events are designed in such a way to ensure your delight. It looks amazing without needing beefy hardware and fills your heart with Hyrule's hope for a brighter future using the individuals who inhabit it. There is never a let down here. Only a masterpiece could bring everything I love about games into one.… Expand
  4. Breadman42
    May 11, 2020
    10
    An absolute MASTERPIECE. I wish i could erase my memory so that i could re-experience this game for the first time! The cell shaded graphics look amazing, and the gameplay is great!
  5. CriticalAlpha
    May 10, 2020
    5
    Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild is a Mediocre disappointment. That somehow got the internet echo chamber thinking it's the best game ever when reality it's far from it. Infact, It's one of the most Soulless Open World games I've ever played in my life. And the reason why people even like this is because simply of brand recognition. I'll first be talking about the pros before I get allLegend of Zelda Breath of the Wild is a Mediocre disappointment. That somehow got the internet echo chamber thinking it's the best game ever when reality it's far from it. Infact, It's one of the most Soulless Open World games I've ever played in my life. And the reason why people even like this is because simply of brand recognition. I'll first be talking about the pros before I get all crazy with the Cons. And I'm a HUGE Zelda fan.

    Pros:
    -The Climbing mechanic is neat, Especially remembering in Skyrim where you'd end up walking up the mountains that you want to climb.

    -I'm not against the Open World approach infact, I'm a huge fan of Open world games in general and also a fan of Zelda.

    -I guess a good variety of armors is neat even though I really STRONGLY PREFER to see Link in his Iconic Green Tunic.

    -I also guess the cooking system is pretty neat.

    -I can appreciate the story being a little more hands off (In-spite of me liking Skyward Sword) I mean, It's quite refreshing to see Link being his own man again.

    Cons:
    -The enemy variety sucks! Like seriously, The enemies in the games can be boiled down to Moblins, Bokoblins, and Lizalfoes with the occasional Wizzrobes and Chu-Chus.

    -The Weapon Degradation system sucks! Like seriously! Why are they all so frail? Why is the Master Sword and Hylian Shield no exception? Why arn't the amiibo weapons No exception either especially with the RNG bullcrap going on?

    -The Shrines, They're all the same, They look the same, with some small meaningless puzzles that arn't fun. Even the "Divine beasts" are just samey with the samey bosses.

    -When it rains, It makes climbing WAY too hard. Sure there are workarounds but Some walls are too tall to scale during the rain and it forces you to wait till it stops. I also don't like how you are forced to swap weapons when it rains.

    -I don't like Kass or Sidon, I mean, How people gush over these characters makes me cringe, Their proportions look weird and I'm not about Sidon's narcissism and Kass' Annoying accordion Music.

    -I also don't like how Zelda is portrayed in this game, I mean she's extremely whiny and **** (And I don't like the hairstyle they chose for her, Makes her forehead look weird.)

    -Why is the Green tunic so hard to get!? Especially considering the RNG crap you have to go through with the amiibos and these amiibos are really hard to find in Real life too the point I had to get amiibo cards 3rd party sense Nintendo understocks them. And it's the ONLY way to get it earlier in the game. Heck why do we need amiibo to get a certain variant of the Green tunic I like? There's a green tunic that you can get without amiibo, BUT that would mean clearing most of the game's content.

    If anything, It kinda feels very Microtransaction-y in a way. Ideally, If I had an amiibo, I'd get the Green tunic after I scanned it and I could earn the Green Tunic variants during the course of Gameplay.

    -The Korok seeds are a pointless boring side objective.

    I mean, Here's hoping the sequel will be better. But I have my doubts. I'm still VERY critical about this game in-spite of the Internet echo chamber saying otherwise. Maybe it'll be on-par with Skyrim or Saints Row. If you were to ever get this game, Do yourselves a favor and get it on some sort of discount.    … Expand
  6. Cristiansan
    May 10, 2020
    10
    De los primeros juegos de Switch y mi único 10. Una obra maestra que no debe faltar en ninguna colección.
  7. FearTheSamurai
    May 10, 2020
    10
    Bought a Switch literally only for this game. Its flippin epic. Also Link is kinda sexy ngl.
  8. moose8990
    May 9, 2020
    10
    Just play it. I'm not joking! It is a breathtaking experience that I'll never forget.
  9. Barsarrus1103
    May 8, 2020
    10
    el juego es un 10, e intentare enumerar las razones: 1, un mundo abierto gigante en el cual explorar resulta muy gratificante y recompensante ya que sueles encontrar cosas cuando lo haces 2, inmersion debido al realismo ya que las armas se rompen, el personaje se agota, le afecta el clima y muchas razones mas, 3, un sistema de combate divertido con la capacidad de usar todo tipo de armas,el juego es un 10, e intentare enumerar las razones: 1, un mundo abierto gigante en el cual explorar resulta muy gratificante y recompensante ya que sueles encontrar cosas cuando lo haces 2, inmersion debido al realismo ya que las armas se rompen, el personaje se agota, le afecta el clima y muchas razones mas, 3, un sistema de combate divertido con la capacidad de usar todo tipo de armas, 4, una historia increible sin ser lineal y una cantidad increible de misiones secundarias que requieren que pienses demasiado.
    el juego puede darte hasta 100 horas de diversion sin que sientas que has acabado todo. sencillamente un juego excelente no solo para fans de zelda si no para quienes ame el mundo abierto, la exploracion y la aventura    … Expand
  10. AstralCritic
    May 8, 2020
    8
    Definitely a Buy just to experience the Visuals along with the exploration and adventure. There is a lot of enjoy about this game and it has high ratings by many people for good reason. Of course this game is not without its flaws and frustrations thought but I still enjoyed playing the game but I felt no desire to finishing wining the game and I am satisfied with that. The over the topDefinitely a Buy just to experience the Visuals along with the exploration and adventure. There is a lot of enjoy about this game and it has high ratings by many people for good reason. Of course this game is not without its flaws and frustrations thought but I still enjoyed playing the game but I felt no desire to finishing wining the game and I am satisfied with that. The over the top weapon breakage, champion skills recharge patterns, excessive limiting of arrows and gimmicky combat? Yea it gets tiring too soon. Enemies are not difficult until you get used to them... and then... they are just way to easy the challenge leaves the game and you are left with a piece of emptiness and that breaks a certain idea of balance for me. But once again... get this game for the visuals and atmosphere... I don't think you will regret that decision. There is just too much to explore and do to miss out here! Enjoy and Have fun!… Expand
  11. Willver
    May 7, 2020
    10
    I like this game because this giant world has a lot of things to do. This is my favourite switch game
  12. Xaphnir
    May 6, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played.

    This game does the open world concept better than any other game I know of. Almost anywhere you can see, you can go to. And the game's mechanics and physics allow the most creative problem solving I know of in a game.
  13. frederik1478
    May 5, 2020
    8
    I enjoyed the game very much but I must say that if you aren't in the mood for some slow play climbing game then this game is not for you
  14. p1menta
    May 5, 2020
    10
    I saw this game often being compared to RDR2, i only had a PS4 and I kept thinking "alright, there's no way a game that you can play in a handheld console would be as good as the **** perfection that is Red Dead" I mostly had Sony video games in my life but I dont consider myself a "sonyst" as people say. I know there are great games in every console, etc, and I want even better games forI saw this game often being compared to RDR2, i only had a PS4 and I kept thinking "alright, there's no way a game that you can play in a handheld console would be as good as the **** perfection that is Red Dead" I mostly had Sony video games in my life but I dont consider myself a "sonyst" as people say. I know there are great games in every console, etc, and I want even better games for each, I just underestimated Nintendo in this case, I guess. and man, was i wrong. It is too, as good as red dead. I was totally wrong about that. it is a little bit simpler, but thats not a demerit , it's just the way it is.
    oh, btw, imo, BotW gives you the oportunity to fight one of the most epic final boss ever in your hand, wherever, even tho i recomend setting it down on the rack to play in a big ass 4k tv
    I'm so very impressed, really
    ps: I ALMOST gave this a 9 because of some really minor disconforts such as link not grabing the next weapon or shield in the inventory whenever one breaks wich can make you die in a most frustrating way, but come on, these things cant take the bright shine off of the game
    cant wait to play the dlc    … Expand
  15. adamosso
    May 5, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Bad:
    The breakable weapon system is flawed because it does NOT redeem itself later by allowing the player to find an ultimate, unbreakable, reliable weapon to give closure to the system. It forces you to deal with its breakable weapons the entire game, INCLUDING the Hylian Shield, and having to recharge the Master Sword. The player NEVER gets the feeling of satisfaction and security and completion knowing he has finally worked his way up and acquired the final unbreakable weapons. There ARE NO unconditionally unbreakable weapons. This is DEEPLY disappointing, and an absolute deal breaker! Even at his most "leveled up" in the game, no matter how much time you spend building up Link, he will ALWAYS be forced to walk around Hyrule, as the Hero of Time, with BREAKABLE weapons. Again, this would be fine if it redeemed itself later on, but it doesn't. It's an open-ended, ongoing weapon breaking system. No unconditionally powerful Master Sword or Shield. It's a disastrous decision for the series.    … Expand
  16. Sbeve
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    Simply the best game of all time, Better than any Open world game. If you're looking for the best game of this generation, Then oh boy this game is for you.
  17. ekixbrass
    May 1, 2020
    7
    This game is absolutely beautiful but they gameplay may be a bit boring to people who tend to find and pick out repetitiveness in games. Well-made game though. This was my first time playing a Zelda game.
  18. Woolala
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Addicted to this game. Easily more than 150 hours gameplay. Must have and this is the main reason I get Nintendo Switch.
  19. Biberattacke
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Das letzte Zelda was ich wirklich intensiv gespielt habe war Twighlight Princess (2006) auf der Wii und gefiel mir nicht gut aber nicht so gut wie die anderen Zelda spiele die ich bisher gespielt habe. Das grandiose Ocarina of Time (1998) und der Klassiker vom SNES A Link to the Past (1991). Für mich gilt also die Regel alle 10 Jahre einmal Zelda. So lange will ich aber eigentlich garDas letzte Zelda was ich wirklich intensiv gespielt habe war Twighlight Princess (2006) auf der Wii und gefiel mir nicht gut aber nicht so gut wie die anderen Zelda spiele die ich bisher gespielt habe. Das grandiose Ocarina of Time (1998) und der Klassiker vom SNES A Link to the Past (1991). Für mich gilt also die Regel alle 10 Jahre einmal Zelda. So lange will ich aber eigentlich gar nicht warten, denn Breath of the Wild ist fantastisch und hat mich fast genau so in den Bann gezogen wie Ocarina of Time damals. Warum nicht genauso liegt meiner Meinung nach nicht einmal am Spiel sondern daran, dass ich mit fortschreitender Erfahrung und Alter einfach nicht mehr so aus dem Häuschen zu bringen bin wie ich es früher war. Dennoch BotW ist fantastisch. Die Hardware der Switch ist wirklich nicht die Stärkste und dennoch sieht das Spiel so fantastisch aus und hört sich grandios an. Alles passt! Immer wenn ich die Switch anschmiss um wirklich zu spielen fühlte ich mich wohl. Das schafft das Spiel einfach irgendwie. Es muckelt einen in eine warme Decke voll von guten Gefühlen und stellt einem noch eine Lieblingswarmgetränk hin. Zum Spiel: Ganondorf der Oberbösewicht hat Hyrule mal wieder unterjocht. Er ist aber nicht bei voller Stärke und ist kurz davor aufzuwachen. Wir hingegen (als spitzöhriger Elf Link) wachen auf und wissen nicht wer wir sind und warum...? Deswegen verlassen wir den Tempelhöhlenort in dem wir 100 Jahre gepennt haben um die Welt draußen zu erkunden. Alleine die Szene in der wir die Höhle verlassen lässt mich wohlig schaudern. Es ist einfach wunderschön in Szene gesetzt. Die zu erkundende Welt von verschiedenen Temperaturzonen ist frei erkundbar. Die Umwelteinflüsse spielen in diesem Zelda eine große Rolle. Temperatur, Gewitter und Regen sind für den Spielablauf wichtig. Irgendwann kommt man darauf, dass bestimmte Shrine gesucht werden müssen um stärker zu werden. Hier müssen kleine Rätsel gelöst werden. Die Zelda üblichen Dungeons sind in 4 große mechanische Tiere gestopft worden. Einerseits muss man in dieses große Viech hinein, dann muss man die Rätsel im Tier lösen und den Endboss besiegen. Innerhalb dieser Tiere sind Schalter um diese roboterartigen Geschöpfe so zu manipulieren, dass innerhalb wiederum Wege frei werden. Das ist wirklich fantastisch! Die Steuerung geht wie immer perfekt von der Hand. Das beste Open World Action Adventure was ich bisher gespielt habe!!!… Expand
  20. hassanchop79
    May 1, 2020
    7
    Don't listen to the Nintendo fanboys, this is not a masterpiece.
    This is a great game but has way too much serious flaws. It has no music which was one of the things that made the previews Zelda entries great. The combat system sucks, where the weapons keep breaking after a few hits, the lock on system simple does not work, and the camera is never in the right place. The fact that you    Don't listen to the Nintendo fanboys, this is not a masterpiece.
    This is a great game but has way too much serious flaws. It has no music which was one of the things that made the previews Zelda entries great. The combat system sucks, where the weapons keep breaking after a few hits, the lock on system simple does not work, and the camera is never in the right place. The fact that you need to constantly adjust the camera makes the gameplay annoying.
    The story is ok but nothing much. All the main characters you meet seem to have a huge depression on their minds, specially the princess that probably has the biggest depression ever of a character on the history of games.
    There is absolutely no character or story development. Just plain old go kill the bad guy and save the princess. It's basically the same story since Donkey Kong back in 1983...
    The open world experience is amazing where you can go anywhere you like. This makes you choose different paths and ways to get around. This is the best aspect of the game. The paraglider is an amazing feature.
    The puzzles and dungeons are simple and don't have the greatness that previews games had. Don't know why they made this a basic game.
    In conclusion, this is a good game. But it's far away from being a masterpiece like the witcher 3, god of war or the last of us. It's a good open world game with a massive map to explore but with bad gameplay aspects, bland story, annoying details and no music.    … Expand
  21. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    10
    In my opinion, the best game of the generation. A Zelda that does not look anything like the previous ones and still they have managed to make a masterpiece. Immense world where a surprise awaits you in every corner. The technical section is incredible. The endless possibilities in combat due to the amount of weapons and elements on the ground that you can use to your advantage (even theIn my opinion, the best game of the generation. A Zelda that does not look anything like the previous ones and still they have managed to make a masterpiece. Immense world where a surprise awaits you in every corner. The technical section is incredible. The endless possibilities in combat due to the amount of weapons and elements on the ground that you can use to your advantage (even the weather!). It is just perfect. 10/10.… Expand
  22. Adriandhjdn
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    Just the best game I've ever played everything about its world feels so alive there's always something to do and give you an amazing sense of freedom that I've only felt in this game
  23. nightstroller
    Apr 30, 2020
    9
    What can I say that has not already been said about this game? It's a Zelda title and it's darn near perfect. I have a few personal qualms with the game, but I'm sure others see them as minor things (like weapon durability and the limited inventory space). Even after fulling maxing out your inventory slots, it doesn't feel like enough. But all of the flaws/faults I see are easilyWhat can I say that has not already been said about this game? It's a Zelda title and it's darn near perfect. I have a few personal qualms with the game, but I'm sure others see them as minor things (like weapon durability and the limited inventory space). Even after fulling maxing out your inventory slots, it doesn't feel like enough. But all of the flaws/faults I see are easily overlooked by all the great things this game has to offer.… Expand
  24. johnnatanbp
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente juego. Mundo abierto perfecto que te mantiene enganchado en todo momento. La mecánica de armas que se desgastan le dan un aire de renovación al juego.… Expand
  25. Mossyrocks
    Apr 29, 2020
    7
    Totally unpopular opinion but I think this game is super duper overrated. The graphics are great and there are awesome characters and a interesting world, a long of the game is just traveling and walking to a destination and the main storyline isn’t as long as I was hoping for.
  26. alanwaketan
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    本作优点实在是太多，在这里就简单的说说三点。一：自然是出色的开放世界设计。这个开放世界真的是太赞了，本作优点实在是太多，在这里就简单的说说三点。一：自然是出色的开放世界设计。这个开放世界真的是太赞了， 广阔之余又十分充实。游览之时兴奋点如雨后春笋般接踵而至。你永远能找到你的下一个神庙。二：互动系统，这套化学系统真的是太奇妙了。如果是前者是一张静态的清明上河图，那么这套系统就让它动起来了。世界里头几乎所有物体都有其独特的化学反应。比如举着火把去雪山不会被冻着。又比如用雷击电水里头的怪能立马把其电死。配合着林克的技能和装备，真可谓千变万化。三：引导。本作的引导不同于任何游戏，更别提育碧式的checklist开放世界引导系统。于小处才能见真章。本作的引导系统精华就在此。林克的万能蜘蛛手套为什么要这么黏，就是因为只有让玩家什么都能爬，玩家才有登高望远的冲动。一览众山小之余玩家就能确定之后要干什么。剧情打碎，迷宫打碎，任务打碎，每一个碎片分散在每座山峰之间环环相扣循序渐进。不需要什么checklist也不需要任何演出，玩家自然而然就能知道自己该干嘛了。这内功真的是太出色了。再配合上NS的便携性，每个碎片也自然而然的填充着玩家们的碎片时间，让你沉迷其中不能自拔。… Expand
  27. Padillac
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    This is literally the best game I have ever played in my life. No other game had ever given me such an amount of freedom
  28. BernardoCandido
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    That's the greatest game of all time in my opinion. You must try it! I hope to play Zelda like games in Xbox.
  29. Jedz
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    My favourite game of all time, joint with The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time
  30. Klucas
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    My favourite game of all time. Every corner and every space of the map is filled with adventure, no matter where you go it feels right . I have been playing this game since release and am still discovering new things every time I play.
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#1 Best Switch Game of 2017
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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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