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. Dacx
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Not completed it yet and I hope it never ends. This game is 'once in a decade' good. The old masters have come out again and proved what can be done in the genre defining title.

    At first I was a little daunted by the vast openness of it all and though it would get boring. Never been into open world games. Soon you realise that, as beautiful as it is and as vast there is so much to do.    Not completed it yet and I hope it never ends. This game is 'once in a decade' good. The old masters have come out again and proved what can be done in the genre defining title.

    At first I was a little daunted by the vast openness of it all and though it would get boring. Never been into open world games. Soon you realise that, as beautiful as it is and as vast there is so much to do. You are only limited by your creativity. Those who have not found this enjoyable are used to games on rails where the scripted action comes to you. Press x to grieve.

    The game is tough as nails which is surprising for a Zelda title. Like how you can go straight for the castle (and get your arse handed to you like mine was) and how non-existant the tutorial is. Best played with as little spoiler guides as possible. Throw yourself in there and figure it out, the world will reveal it to you eventually. In fact you should stop reading these reviews, no more YouTube video's either.

    Organic gameplay at it's best. Multiple ways to solve a puzzle/problem in this epic sandbox environment. Rather than fight a group of enemies directly (and likely loose) I managed to light on fire one of their own weapons I found lying against a cook stove after I sneaked in close. Threw it like a javelin, just as they wised up to me and started to grab weapons to charge me down. It landed between them igniting some poorly placed explosives (they should have really worked on their camp design). Blew them all to hell! One of the most satisfying gameplay experiences I've ever had.

    In short I can't stop thinking about this game and should get back to work. Thankfully I can now even play it on the way home.    … Expand
  2. sethw865
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Easily one of the best Zelda games ever made, if not THE best. Combat, exploration, story, survival, this game does it all exceedingly well. I can't get enough.
  3. Djtyme
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Breath taking graphics, amazing gameplay with outstanding soundtrack that's uplifting and emotional and fun puzzles. very happy with my purchase and i would highly recommend this title to anyone that want's thing extraordinary to play.
  4. MiguelDreamer
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Excelente, brillante, no existen palabras para describirlo. Nintendo siempre cuidando sus franquicias, no ha decepcionado para nada con este juego. La formula de Zelda es muy buena y este cambio le da una nueva perspectiva a la saga, realmente te sientes en una aventura, no te sientes obligado de ninguna manera. Un mundo abierto muy grande. El juego respeta tu inteligencia y requiere muchaExcelente, brillante, no existen palabras para describirlo. Nintendo siempre cuidando sus franquicias, no ha decepcionado para nada con este juego. La formula de Zelda es muy buena y este cambio le da una nueva perspectiva a la saga, realmente te sientes en una aventura, no te sientes obligado de ninguna manera. Un mundo abierto muy grande. El juego respeta tu inteligencia y requiere mucha estrategia.… Expand
  5. SachTrap
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Desde el diseño artístico del juego, hasta las físicas de cada elemento, se cuidó de manera increible, es un mundo basto con mucha libertad, lo cual, es bastante nuevo para un título de esta saga, la inclusión de voces y dialogos es algo nuevo y que ha caido muy bien a la saga, sin duda, un juego que ofrece una verdadera aventura con muchas posibilidades.
  6. Triz
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Awwww some of the Sony/PC/Xbox police are acting like Trump with their "0 review scores". It's actually a testament to how great this game actually is. I love any game that's innovative on any platform. I play games on all of the systems and find elements of beauty in them all. It's freeing to not be held down by how powerful a system is or how perfect everything should be. It seemsAwwww some of the Sony/PC/Xbox police are acting like Trump with their "0 review scores". It's actually a testament to how great this game actually is. I love any game that's innovative on any platform. I play games on all of the systems and find elements of beauty in them all. It's freeing to not be held down by how powerful a system is or how perfect everything should be. It seems natural to enjoy every game that is as creative and timeless as Breath of the Wild. Here's one for all of you true gamers and endless imagineers. It's a huge world worth exploring, just like many games over the last 30 years.… Expand
  7. lsand1992
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Please ignore the users trolling this game. It's honestly sad that Metacritic has such low standards as to who can review the games on here. I've noticed multiple accounts made by the same person that spammed 0s for this game and 10s for PS4 exclusives. I've played over 40 hours and I'm absolutely blown away. This has been one of the greatest games I've ever played. It scored well with thePlease ignore the users trolling this game. It's honestly sad that Metacritic has such low standards as to who can review the games on here. I've noticed multiple accounts made by the same person that spammed 0s for this game and 10s for PS4 exclusives. I've played over 40 hours and I'm absolutely blown away. This has been one of the greatest games I've ever played. It scored well with the critics because it's amazing. It's scoring poor with the users, because well...the internet.… Expand
  8. LauriGamerEST
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    This was the first Zelda game that I have ever played but I can surely say that this is my favorite game I have played in my life. The game itself has a really good story and looks beautiful even tho it doesnät run in 1080p. Everyone who likes open world games or story games should definitely get this game.
  9. Komi35
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    This game is almost perfect. There's so much to do and explore. The graphics are amazing. Its funny how all these salty haters come here because their "manly" PS4 and XB1 games don't get as good reviews.
  10. Akahdrin
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Easily the best game that I've ever played on a console. I am shocked at the amount of negative spite reviews that rated it a 1. I would rate the game E.T. for Atari a 1, not this. Why is this game so good?

    It's open world, but not just open world. Like the Witcher 3 was pretty open, but I honestly don't care about Geralt. Fallout has the same problem, the main character is simply    Easily the best game that I've ever played on a console. I am shocked at the amount of negative spite reviews that rated it a 1. I would rate the game E.T. for Atari a 1, not this. Why is this game so good?

    It's open world, but not just open world. Like the Witcher 3 was pretty open, but I honestly don't care about Geralt. Fallout has the same problem, the main character is simply not important. Link is iconic and we know who he is. There aren't many games that simply pull you in based purely off the characters, but Nintendo happens to own the best IPs in the business.

    I hope that Metacritic does away with spite votes.    … Expand
  11. geralt662
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Not a perfect game. No game is. But it's pretty damn incredible. I'm glad they delayed the game. The finished game looks much better than the gameplay footage we saw in 2015. The game is a lot of fun. The combat, climbing, horse riding. Hours fly by when I'm exploring the world.
  12. daniellinye
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I've been playing this game pretty much non-stop since it's release.
    And well, I have to just mention that this game REALLY lives up to the hype around it, if not exceeded.
    Why a perfect 10? Anyone that hasn't played this game may be very sceptic, although let me just state a few things: - I've played a LOT of open world games - I've played a lot of Zelda games - I've never been this    I've been playing this game pretty much non-stop since it's release.
    And well, I have to just mention that this game REALLY lives up to the hype around it, if not exceeded.
    Why a perfect 10? Anyone that hasn't played this game may be very sceptic, although let me just state a few things:
    - I've played a LOT of open world games
    - I've played a lot of Zelda games
    - I've never been this addicted to wanting to play a game in ages.

    And this game just simply has such tuned mechanics, making it addicting:
    every mechanic is made to be supporting each other, same goes for the shrines, dungeons and main story line quests. And the accomplishment you feel when you've ANYTHING in this game is incredible.
    Let's just say for comparison it's more satisfying as stardew valley or harvest moon, because of it's extremely smart game play design.

    Lastly go into this game with NOTHING, literally nothing: know as less as you can before starting the game, because that's what's the game is about really: learning it all by yourself being link.
    And with that I would say, wake up Link......... and start your adventure    … Expand
  13. Pluteoh
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    One of the best games ever.Great world puzzles and enemies.It is very hard to stop playing.The only complaint i have is that the dungeons arent that great otherwise this game is perfect
  14. EXFalchion
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    The more I play of Breath of the Wild, the more amazed I get. It's hard to put down. The last time I had this much fun was with The Wind Waker, and I might be having even more fun now. This game is what I always wanted from the Legend of Zelda series. Zelda fans, this game may be one of the greatest games you have ever played. Non-Zelda fans? Well, welcome. It's a fun experience regardlessThe more I play of Breath of the Wild, the more amazed I get. It's hard to put down. The last time I had this much fun was with The Wind Waker, and I might be having even more fun now. This game is what I always wanted from the Legend of Zelda series. Zelda fans, this game may be one of the greatest games you have ever played. Non-Zelda fans? Well, welcome. It's a fun experience regardless and one of Nintendo's greatest works. I predict that this will be looked back on as fondly as Ocarina of Time in the future.… Expand
  15. dbooker
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Please address the trolling Metacrtic. Most of the negative ratings don't even have reviews which is unbelievable on your part. This game is at least a 9/10. I'm not sure if I could give it a full 10/10 due to the frame rate issue but the gameplay and enjoyment do really compensate for it. The frame rate issue is bad on the Plateau and in the regions with high vegetation. Also notice itPlease address the trolling Metacrtic. Most of the negative ratings don't even have reviews which is unbelievable on your part. This game is at least a 9/10. I'm not sure if I could give it a full 10/10 due to the frame rate issue but the gameplay and enjoyment do really compensate for it. The frame rate issue is bad on the Plateau and in the regions with high vegetation. Also notice it when there are a lot of shadows/weather effects. I'd realistically give this game a 9.6. But since I have to choose between 9 and 10, I'll give it a perfect score. It really is that good.… Expand
  16. lachito
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This is Nintendo's Magnum Opus. The company had literally done everything wrong since the Wii. Putting motion controls into Skyward Sword really ruined the game. But this game, they did everything right. They finally added a long overdue quest log. In games like Majora's Mask, you had to remember every sidequest. This should have been added years ago. NPC dialogue is also very in depth.This is Nintendo's Magnum Opus. The company had literally done everything wrong since the Wii. Putting motion controls into Skyward Sword really ruined the game. But this game, they did everything right. They finally added a long overdue quest log. In games like Majora's Mask, you had to remember every sidequest. This should have been added years ago. NPC dialogue is also very in depth. If you try to jump off a bridge while you're next to an NPC, he'll plead for you not to do it. You can really tell that Nintendo put in the work for this game. I'm not a little less skeptical about Nintendo's future, seeing how brilliant this game was.… Expand
  17. ErnestGamingEC
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    I am a legend of zelda fan but Damn this game is so awesome with the switch it is portable for a while but it is cool from the start you don't have weapon and you collect resources I like when you use weapon you could break easily and you could find another one than you can go anywhere you go explore or even fight Ganon already the amount of free and cutting tree and even push rock isI am a legend of zelda fan but Damn this game is so awesome with the switch it is portable for a while but it is cool from the start you don't have weapon and you collect resources I like when you use weapon you could break easily and you could find another one than you can go anywhere you go explore or even fight Ganon already the amount of free and cutting tree and even push rock is better than horizon zero dawn… Expand
  18. Scrubtart
    Mar 12, 2017
    9
    I honestly have to temper my enthusiasm about this game and sit back and think about it to not immediately give it a ten.
    Once critical thought is applied you see that this game is heavily inspired by pre-existing concepts from the rpg genre of video games like skyrim, dark souls among others. However, these concepts are expertly integrated and polished to a fine sheen. This game feels    I honestly have to temper my enthusiasm about this game and sit back and think about it to not immediately give it a ten.
    Once critical thought is applied you see that this game is heavily inspired by pre-existing concepts from the rpg genre of video games like skyrim, dark souls among others. However, these concepts are expertly integrated and polished to a fine sheen. This game feels like the culmination of years of open world games in that it feels like one of the few games in the genre to truly capture what open world games should be about. Exploration, discoveries, loot, and just an overall freedom of play. This game doesn't seem to discourage any kind of playstyle and in fact seems to encourage all of them. Its easy enough to seek out the core story and run right to main quests if you so desire but if you explore naturally these parts of the game will organically reveal themselves to you as well.

    People complain about the graphics in this game. I will never understand it. Look up some screenshots from the game. Beautiful sweeping landscapes that approximate real world environments giving it the same feel that makes a sunset over the mountains irl beautiful. Other games like final fantasy turn to unrealistic worlds that do look beautiful but something about how natural and alive the world feels in BotW grips me. I will spend countless hours exploring the surprisingly populated gigantic map and coaxing out all of this game's secrets.

    While critically this game may not make many landmark advances for the genre, I cannot deny its just plain fun! I have a blast playing BotW and I'm not going to pretend I need anything more from a video game,

    If you look at a lot of these 0 score reviewers, just check their other reviews. it seems the release of horizon zero dawn (which I can make no claims about until I play it) has generated some unfriendly competition for some reason.    … Expand
  19. Ragz101
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    I have actually played this game. Bought a Switch and the game and I've sunk close to 60+ hours into it and can give spoilers to prove it.
    I am giving this game a 10 out of 10. maybe like a 9.7 if you wanna be super picky about it. but since there's no decimal system here im rounding up because it deserves it.
    Dispel the rumors that this game is too "hand holdy" or other such nonsense    I have actually played this game. Bought a Switch and the game and I've sunk close to 60+ hours into it and can give spoilers to prove it.
    I am giving this game a 10 out of 10. maybe like a 9.7 if you wanna be super picky about it. but since there's no decimal system here im rounding up because it deserves it.

    Dispel the rumors that this game is too "hand holdy" or other such nonsense peddled by PlayStation Fanboys or people trying to "balance" the reviews. This game is a masterpiece. In the technical department i have found no glitches, game breaking or otherwise, and the frame rate problems reported by early reviewers have largely been patched by the day one update to the point of being no longer noticeable for the most part.

    As far as the game itself story, graphics, gameplay, scale, and scope: this game is a masterpiece or near masterpiece. Now, let me get this out of the way. This story is fantastic for what it needs to be. this is not Mass Effect. Like any Zelda game it's primarily self contained, not a vast story branching several games to create a cinematic masterclass for the ages. That being said, the story to this game, told in an interesting non linear fashion, is still great. probably one of the best stories Nintendo has ever put out and certainly one that actually gives characters CHARACTER. The non linear mode of storytelling is actually one that fits this game rather well, as many plot points are connected to others, but not chronologically. and what points are in a specific chronological order are fun do discover and will be enough to keep achievement hunters happy, despite the fact that Nintendo has no achievement system. The voice acting is something that, for the most part, is well done. there are one or two characters who's voice acting is a bit flat and a lot of that has to do with the fact that this is a dubbed game made in Japan. the Japanese voice acting probably fits the character's speech pattern better but I dont know, I don't speak Japanese. But the few faults in the voice acting are rendered pretty inconsequential as for the most part the voice acting that is there is good and voice acting is not the only/main form of dialogue (Nintendo does love their text box dialogue, and some traditions don't need to be broken).

    Gameplay and Graphics: The art style is amazing. A lot of people are complaining about this and that its not as realistic as many new gen games are (such as the new PS game Horizon). But i learned that this particular issue is null. Stylized graphics will help this game in the long run and it will age beautifully. This artstyle makes the game feel like playing through a brilliantly made painting in the best way. Wind Waker came out almost 15 years ago and it still looks gorgeous, thanks to its highly stylized graphics, meanwhile games like Resident Evil 4 don't look so good by comparison. Breath of the Wild has found a near perfect balance between beautiful stylized graphics and HD oriented detail. Gameplay is fluid, fun, crisp, and intuitive. At first the motion control feels a little invasive, until you've played it for more than 2 hours and then try it without the motion controls, you will find the lack of fine tuning using a simple tilt of the wrist is sorely missed. This is probably one of Zelda's best combat systems. Perfect dodges and parries reward those of us with innate timing abilities, but you don't need to be a master of timing to survive or even thrive in this game. Climbing ( a main mechanic, believe me) is well done. the only awkward controls i've found were the horse riding, which ceased to be awkward withing 10 minutes of using it.

    The scale and scope of this game is simply massive. There is no better way to put it. Massive in the best way. Not only do you feel like this game is bigger than the likes of Skyrim (you can really feel the fact that the overworld is 3x the size) but it looks amazing. the scale of the world is balanced in such a way that everything looks accessible but once you start your journey you realize just how far away it is. I thought the beginning area of the game was pretty big at first, now after discovering the entire map it looks tiny by comparison. Not only is the world massive, but its teaming with life and things to do. entire sections of the map are set up for new challenges. 900 Korok puzzles and 120 shrines more than make up for the lower amount of dungeons, and while some of the main dungeons are easier than others, they all pose a unique challenge and bring something new to the Zelda table, which is an intimidating task considering the fame of Ocarina of Time's Water Temple is among them.

    This game is a masterpiece, a watershed moment for a series that has been putting out hit after hit for over 30 years. i give it a 10/10    … Expand
  20. laermhexe
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This game is the epitome of everything nintendo has been making for us in the past 30 odd years or so. This game is perfect. It is the game that you have been waiting your entire life to play.
  21. Utusan
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Excelent! The best game of the legemd of zelda, FOR
    EVER! Nice graphics, nice history, nice a porra toda, tenho um swich! Caro bagarai mais taboum '-' soiu da mad games e e tem um monte de sonynhos que ficam de fanboyolagem, mas o game é muito bom!
  22. nateydunks
    Mar 13, 2017
    8
    The game has very good graphics.
    I spent days playing only this game, it has so many places to explore.
    I also like the game mechanics and controls, as well as weapons and spells.
    2 problems.
    1. weapons break to easily.
    2. Lots of unused space.
  23. Cheeps
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild proves that Nintendo still knows their way around an open world adventure game. The graphics, while not quite as good as those on competing consoles, still hold up very well and look spectacular. The story is not as in-depth as some were hoping, however it does still fit in nicely with the Zelda package. My only real complaints about this game areThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild proves that Nintendo still knows their way around an open world adventure game. The graphics, while not quite as good as those on competing consoles, still hold up very well and look spectacular. The story is not as in-depth as some were hoping, however it does still fit in nicely with the Zelda package. My only real complaints about this game are the music and the fps. The music in past Zelda games has always been so vibrant and alive. In this game, there is a faint pitter of piano notes now and again, but no real soundtrack until a major event is unfolding. The fps also bothers me. In most cases it is fine, the game is nice and smooth, but in almost all villages there is a very noticeable drop. For these reasons, I'm giving this game a 9/10. The collectibles are plentiful, there are some very challenging dungeons and shrines, and the enemies are fun and interesting - but there are some minor issues.… Expand
  24. Kyo_Bogard
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Spanish gamer.
    Simplemente genial. Total libertad a la hora de afrontar la aventura, exigente en cuanto al descubrimiento de secretos, ambientación perfecta.
    Contras: La historia podría haber sido mejor y no hay nada de carisma en los bosses y enemigos del juego. Just great. Total freedom when facing the adventure, demanding discovery of secrets, perfect atmosphere. Cons: The story    Spanish gamer.
    Simplemente genial. Total libertad a la hora de afrontar la aventura, exigente en cuanto al descubrimiento de secretos, ambientación perfecta.
    Contras: La historia podría haber sido mejor y no hay nada de carisma en los bosses y enemigos del juego.

    Just great. Total freedom when facing the adventure, demanding discovery of secrets, perfect atmosphere.
    Cons: The story could have been better and there is nothing charismatic about the bosses and enemies of this game.    … Expand
  25. lastryo
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    This is the best combination of mechanic that I have ever seen!
    What is the effect of weather on, character, and puzzles. All at the highest level.
    Excellent game!
  26. NintendoCritic
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is by far the best Zelda I have played, I feel great to say is that for me, this Zelda is the best Zelda. BotW is such a beautiful game, the story, the combat, the cooking, the characters, etc.

    [Story]
    Link has fallen during combat and was placed in the resurrection chamber for one hundred years. Link wakes up hearing a mysterious voice. That's where the game starts you off. You can decide on what you want to do, know more about the story or just go get good gear and go face off Calamity Ganon. The power of player's choice is what makes the story great. I won't spoil the story at all, so don't worry.

    [Combat]
    BotW's combat is way different from any other Zelda game. Enemies are way tougher then you think and they don't take their turns combating you. So be prepared, get good gear and do the shrines to increase your heart gauge or make food.

    [Cooking]
    This was a great idea. Who doesn't want to cook? Nintendo made cooking fun to do and didn't make it feel like it was necessary. On my first playthough, I didn't cook at all. Now on my second play, I can't stop cooking. The sounds were enjoyable to hear and it made it feel awarding to the player if they did.

    [Characters]
    This game has voice acting, only on cutscenes that is. Other then that they speak gibberish or say single words to you. The Zora's were by far the best looking characters in the game, I thought that their design were soo cool. The other characters like the Gorons and the villagers had great designs as well. Beedle returns in this game and he was such a cool characters, it was fun to talk to him and trade him my items.

    [Climbing]
    This was an awesome feature in the game. Climbing to places is always fun, trying to climb to places that seem reachable but aren't was also fun. Climbing in general is fun. All I did was climb, I can't stop climbing. CAN'T STOP CLIMBING! I need help...

    [Amiibo]
    Amiibos don't change gameplay much. They give you food, rupees, gears, and horses. You can only use amiibos once a day. I won't go into detail on special things certain amiibo do, I'll let you have that experience. My only complaint that I have with these amiibos are that they are hard to find in stores. NINTENDO BRING US MORE AMIIBOS IN STOCK!

    BotW also has changed, add, and remove so many things in the Zelda formula that made it not Zelda but "still made it feel like a Zelda" game. This game has a lot to offer or a lot not to offer at all, it all depends on your playing style. Do you want to beat the game quick or do you want to take your time on it? That is the answer to the question.

    There are four big dungeons (the divine beasts), one hundred and twenty mini dungeons (shrines (each shrine you complete give you a spirit orb, these orbs in return give you heart containers or stamina containers; your choice), nine hundred korok seeds to collect (theses seeds increase your inventory (swords, bows, shields)), and seventy-five side quests to do. That's a lot of stuff to do!

    I wouldn't say don't listen to anyone's review that is on here, positive or negative but I do respect everyone that is on here. What I don't understand on is why are people being so negative on their reviews and giving their review a zero score. Why? Don't be biased, don't make a review just cause people are giving this game a perfect score. But also I'm not calling out on anyone's review that actually have played the game and that they didn't enjoy it. I know that there are some people out there that loved Zelda as much as I do and didn't have a great experience with this game. For an example, Skyward Sword. That game had a decent score because of the motion controls. Some people loved it, some people hated it. I gave this review a ten score because of how fun of a experience I had with it and I'm still playing it today. I'm still trying to get all the shrines, the korok seeds, and the side quests; that's going to take me a long time to do and I'm going to have fun doing it.

    I hope you guys enjoyed my review and I encourage you to read others as well, positive or negative reviews.    … Expand
  27. 2ofCups
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    I surf all day and fly all night. I wonder where my parents have gone as I ride across the fields of Hyrule. Looking for answers and always in search of the truth. My log ends here for the day. I long to see you once again, Princess.
  28. Revieweronmeta
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    This game manages to surpass other openworld giants like Skyrim and Witcher 3 in terms of gameplay
    and expertly crafted gameplay mechanics and storyline it has although not mastered the magic of ocarina of time but definetly comes close.
  29. zerox50
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Many people are having mixed feelings about this games score . That being said games are all about preference and taste. I will admit that while much of the story and fantasy setting don't appeal to me it was still overall a great game. The mechanics are polished the controls are tight (horse riding aside) even the ridiculously flimsy weapon durability isn't a turn off. (although IMany people are having mixed feelings about this games score . That being said games are all about preference and taste. I will admit that while much of the story and fantasy setting don't appeal to me it was still overall a great game. The mechanics are polished the controls are tight (horse riding aside) even the ridiculously flimsy weapon durability isn't a turn off. (although I wouldn't complain if they patched all weapons later to be 5x more durable) At its core this game takes a lot of different systems and cobbles them together more or less successfully. So in conclusion yes some things are not to my personal taste but I have played more than 70 hours this first week and find myself still picking it up immediately after work almost subconsciously.… Expand
  30. SamuelPapp
    May 10, 2017
    10
    It's amazing how these fanboys come just to zero vote a game they don't even play, the BoTW user score will remain as a reminder of how much damage Sony has caused with his market strategies. This game is awesome in every way there is. So many things to do.
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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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