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. Leon_K
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Breath of the wild was my first game in the series and it is amazing. Very quickly, it became my most favorite game of all times. I don't really like open world games, but open world of this game felt really interesting to explore. And combat, it is complex, and I love it. And last but not least, puzzles, most of them not so hard but when you solve them you like "God damn, I smart". ButBreath of the wild was my first game in the series and it is amazing. Very quickly, it became my most favorite game of all times. I don't really like open world games, but open world of this game felt really interesting to explore. And combat, it is complex, and I love it. And last but not least, puzzles, most of them not so hard but when you solve them you like "God damn, I smart". But it's still my opinion and it can differ from others… Expand
  2. asimmov
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Не знаю как у Нинтендо это удается, на первый взгляд в игре огромные пустые пространства и не так много побочных квестов, но несмотря на это в этом мире хочется жить и исследовать его вдоль и поперек.
  3. randomgamesokay
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Revolutionary Game, must play for everyone. So much to explore and find in this beautiful open world. Defininitly one of the best games ever made.
  4. Daimon333
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Greatest Open world game I've ever played, I'm still discovering new things in this amazing world!
  5. jmor2208
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    This is, for me, the best game of the history, the music, the history, the feeling of freedom, I think that every in this game is perfect.
  6. S4N714G0MOIST
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    This is one of my favorite, if not, my favorite game ever. I never played a Zelda game before this one so I don't have a good concept of how the other games play out like, but I absolutely loved it.

    The story is amazing, the combat, travel and action is so god damn fun and the enviroment helps the combat a lot, the way you can interact with everything makes the world feel so realistic,    This is one of my favorite, if not, my favorite game ever. I never played a Zelda game before this one so I don't have a good concept of how the other games play out like, but I absolutely loved it.

    The story is amazing, the combat, travel and action is so god damn fun and the enviroment helps the combat a lot, the way you can interact with everything makes the world feel so realistic, it looks beautiful by an amazing art direction, the characters are very well written and interesting, the Open World is MASSIVE and it doesn't feel empty, it feels ALIVE by the overwhelming amount of animals, NPCs and enemies (There's a few areas less inspired than others) but in general is great, there's an infinite amount of interactions by the overwhelming amount of options to attack or experiment in general, you can challenge Ganon (The final boss) after inmedieatly finishing the tutorial (The tutorial itself is massive and fun), I can't express enough how good this game is.

    The only complaints i would have is that some of the shrines feel a little bit repetitive but nothing truly annoying, the desert and snowy areas have sections that Do feel kind of empty and the Korok forest makes the game run at like less than 20 FPS. But it didn't ruin the overall experience.

    highly recommend, excited for the sequei    … Expand
  7. Jollyolfun
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    masterpiece in all meanings of the word EXCEPT FOR music. this game is lacking in something the zelda series is known for, although i think it fits the narrative and general vibe.
  8. 1cosmos
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    This is rightly called a watershed game in the Zelda franchise and open world games in general. This sandbox adventure is just a world you want to live in. Bosses in the game could have been harder, also storytelling was bit of a miss but they are minor issues.
  9. CloudMak
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever created. Great story, amazing open world, beautiful graphics for the switch and a simple combat system that is easy to learn, but hard to master.

    I was a little dissappointed by there being no post game. It doesnt feel like you beat the game when you can still see ganon flying over the castle after beating the game. I dont mind the weapon durability system, I    One of the best games ever created. Great story, amazing open world, beautiful graphics for the switch and a simple combat system that is easy to learn, but hard to master.

    I was a little dissappointed by there being no post game. It doesnt feel like you beat the game when you can still see ganon flying over the castle after beating the game. I dont mind the weapon durability system, I just think the weapons break a little too fast.    … Expand
  10. Nut_buster_69
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Honestly, this possibly has to be the best game I have ever played, I honestly can’t think of a single thing wrong with it, this was the first Zelda game I played and I just couldn’t seem to put it down, I have sinked around 200+ Hours into the game and I am still finding new things in it. This is the way that all open world games should be like. A total non linear sandbox that just saysHonestly, this possibly has to be the best game I have ever played, I honestly can’t think of a single thing wrong with it, this was the first Zelda game I played and I just couldn’t seem to put it down, I have sinked around 200+ Hours into the game and I am still finding new things in it. This is the way that all open world games should be like. A total non linear sandbox that just says go have fun.… Expand
  11. Artorias666
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    This game is just a masterpiece the way that this game immerses you in it's huge world is incredible one of the best games ever created
  12. Surubi
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Es el mejor juego que me tocó, hasta ahora, me lo pasé al 97% una verdadera joya
  13. iMarco11
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    In assoluto uno dei giochi più belli che ho completato. Spettacolare visivamente su switch. Immenso ma non annoia mai. Anche le sessioni di farm posso essere sempre diverse e nascondere sorprese. Le due espansioni offrono sfide aggiuntive ma niente a livello di trama.
  14. markusthebadger
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    Simply a GOAT. I wish I could pay lots of money to play this masterpiece again for the first time. Once in a lifetime experience.
  15. ironfoam
    Apr 23, 2022
    10
    This was an incredible experience to play. I had so much fun exploring the game that I almost didn't want it to end. So much flexibility and various this to discover. Just an excellent game.
  16. C0QUINH0
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    This game is the best one ever played, I love the gameplay, the exploration and the history!

    This game is perfect!
  17. BlockyDogy
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Great game, amazing atmosphere, amazing challenge, amazing fun. The world was a bit sparse for content late game, but even then, even with the story finished, the quests completed, and the world ravished, the simple beauty of combat and environments always draws me back. 10/10 must play
  18. iagoreviews
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    breath of the wild is easily the best game i have ever played. the freedom you will have rivals any game and i believe it will continue to for years
  19. Kadaz
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    I've spent countless hours on this game and almost did everything 100%. I love where the series has gone over the years.
  20. Nightbreed1984
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    The greatest just got greater. Honestly stunned at how amazing this game is. So much to do. It is always wowing you with some new area or boss. Exploring is fantastic and you are never short of things to do.
  21. Zerep31
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    Genial, un muy buen juego. Su capacidad técnica y argumental es excelsa. Completamente recomendado
  22. DerpyOnion
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    Truly a Step up in Gaming as a whole. Masterful in every way. My Only complaint is it being quite different from other Zelda games, and lacking their regular charm. Despite that, it still remains my favorite game in the series, along with my favorite game of all time.
  23. Ventuski
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    Simply put, the Ocarina of Time of the new generation. Probably the best entry of the saga. Inmersion at it's best in a charming open world, great story, amazing gameplay mechanics and -as usual- beautiful OST.
  24. sert9808
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    The game is simply magic. People go on and on about how free you feel, but even without that, it is amazing. I don't even like the climbing, but even if you just follow the main path, the world is truly exciting. The DLC is much fun, it takes shield surfing to another level. It is astounding that even years later, other open world games still cannot touch this.
  25. Jmocte
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego de la historia.

    Buen lore y mecánicas de juego geniales

    Simplemente es el rey de todos
  26. skylinewpc
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    No game is perfect. That being said, The Legend of Zelda: BotW nailed most of them. The music is so nice, the game system and physics are also very fascinating. After achieving 120 Temples, it really shocked me how can the map design be that good. Though to some, it feels like there are only a few "quests" to do, I say there is no need for massive num of quests. The major problem to me isNo game is perfect. That being said, The Legend of Zelda: BotW nailed most of them. The music is so nice, the game system and physics are also very fascinating. After achieving 120 Temples, it really shocked me how can the map design be that good. Though to some, it feels like there are only a few "quests" to do, I say there is no need for massive num of quests. The major problem to me is simply the lack of monster variety, but other than that, the game is a "perfect" open-world game.… Expand
  27. Schutzstaffel
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
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  28. Pandabossuo
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    Come on it’s the best game ever and you know it, I’m not here to waste your time.
  29. Mr_Fish
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    Probably the best Zelda game, it is so easy to just get lost in this games world and then spend hours just exploring, This used to be my only switch game and I would keep playing it even after I beat it 100%. Please don't ruin the sequel Nintendo.
  30. faramtaidja
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    Excellent jeu aux mécaniques rafraichissant la licence. Breath of the Wild est probablement le jeu le plus marquant depuis le premier épisode 3D Ocarina of Time.
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#1 Best Switch Game of 2017
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97

Universal acclaim - based on 109 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 106 out of 109
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 109
  3. Negative: 0 out of 109
  1. GameGrin
    Dec 12, 2017
    100
    Where it takes mechanics from others in the industry, it improves upon them; where it introduces new ones, you slap your forehead in amazement that it hasn’t been done before. Breath of the Wild is development done right, and damn near the best game you’ll play all year.
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  2. Wired UK
    Aug 30, 2017
    100
    Breath of the Wild is a masterpiece.
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  3. Games Master UK
    May 19, 2017
    96
    Up there with the finest Zelda games, Breath of the Wild is bold, liberating, and utterly astonishing. [Apr 2017, p.60]
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