The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 20981 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17,830 out of 20981
  2. Mixed: 1,176 out of 20981
  3. Negative: 1,975 out of 20981
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  1. itshukokay
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game will go down in history. I've caught myself tearing up multiple times just at the beautiful environments and music. It really saddens me people rate this negatively just out of spite. Play the game, it really is THAT GOOD. It rarely holds your hand, half the gameplay is just playing around with the physics and exploring the MASSIVE world. This is the benchmark of the decade.
  2. hellaturbo
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Beautifully crafted game. Aside for some minor framerate drops that I suspect will be patched, I sincerely can't come up with anything I don't like about BotW. This is the best installment of the Zelda series since OoT, and it is already one of top 5 games I've ever played.
  3. admiral_zephyr
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is a phenomnal game. It brings back the old Zelda adventuring nostolgia while reworking Nintendo's classic recipe. Explore everything you can see and stand in awe at the landscapes you come accross. This isn't just the next Ocarina of Time. Hopefully all the people leaving troll reviews won't ruin your impression of this great game.
  4. SantiAngarita
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Just amazing, stuning!
    Nintendo has always made very good videogames, but The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is even better than that, it is a masterpiece.
  5. Aunite
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This review will mostly be a response to this game's heaviest criticisms.

    Graphics: Nintendo tried detailed graphics with Twilight Princess and has since steered towards a more stylized cartoon-hybrid look as in Skyward Sword. Detailed graphics are not synonymous with good graphics and the consistent style and smooth finish in Breath if the Wild gives it my vote (9/10) It's not a    This review will mostly be a response to this game's heaviest criticisms.

    Graphics: Nintendo tried detailed graphics with Twilight Princess and has since steered towards a more stylized cartoon-hybrid look as in Skyward Sword. Detailed graphics are not synonymous with good graphics and the consistent style and smooth finish in Breath if the Wild gives it my vote (9/10)

    It's not a Zelda game: to be more precise, it isn't an "Ocarina of Time" Zelda game. However, the collection is mostly an expansion on Skyward Sword's system, it still has the key characters, the main plot, and more puzzles than any other Zelda game. It is very clearly still in the "Legend of Zelda" niche".

    It's the same Zelda: Ironic that this and the last argument show up so frequently. The open world, the weapon hunting, horse taming, limited tools, short dungeons, varied and frequent shrines, etc. ensure that this game is very set apart from every other game in the series so far. You very much feel like a traveler trying to change the world instead of the unstoppable Hero we've come to expect from Zelda. If you don't like that, then see the previous argument.

    It's totally MEH: the sheer brilliance of this compelling and insightful argument has left me utterly dumbfounded and without words to form an adequate response. Truly a masterpiece of what I can only assume must be a brilliant and divine mind gracing us mere mortals with its incomprehensible wisdom and guidance.

    In short, Breath of the Wild has done an incredible, nearly perfect job of creating a unique and totally immersive world in a way I have only ever experienced in The Witcher. I consider these games on par at the moment, but that is able to change based on how the game continues.    … Expand
  6. bolseirolemos
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Such a beautiful game, totally worth it the wait! I've never had the experience of a open game like this since Skyrim!!

    PS: Don't worry about these annoying haters who are negativing the game just because it's Zelda...
  7. grungyssj
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is the most beautiful game I've ever had the pleasure of playing. The game is huge, and yet dense with so much to do in this large, open-world. People wanting a more traditional Zelda title won't get what they desire with this title, but that's not a bad thing. Breath of the Wild is a breakaway from the series that breathes new life into the series just like Ocarina of Time didThis game is the most beautiful game I've ever had the pleasure of playing. The game is huge, and yet dense with so much to do in this large, open-world. People wanting a more traditional Zelda title won't get what they desire with this title, but that's not a bad thing. Breath of the Wild is a breakaway from the series that breathes new life into the series just like Ocarina of Time did back in its day. This game is essential for anyone and everyone to own and play. Why are you reading this review??? Go out and buy this game now!… Expand
  8. TheWicWac
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    One of the best games of this generation, thank you, nintendo, for making your fans' dreams true again. I can't stop playing this amazing game, so much to discover.
  9. yangerman454
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos que he podido jugar y sinceramente no tiene que envidiarle a nadie, totalmente sorprendente y merecido 10/10 que tiene en otras reviews...como siempre Nintendo logra sorprendernos haciendo excelentes juegos con sus IPs logrando darle un valor único.
    GOTY
  10. Tmato
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    There is not to much to say. It is a zelda, a very good zelda game open world is wonderful, inventory is perfect, awesome item system and loot. I love almost everything about this game.
  11. devaunbeats
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Hands down THE best Zelda game ever made and the most fun I've had with a game in a while. Exploring the open world in Breath of the Wild is something to be experienced. There is never a moment where I have nothing to do. I'm constantly distracted by monster outposts, side quests, different dynamic quests happening in the world, and just exploring in general. Put 30 hours into the game andHands down THE best Zelda game ever made and the most fun I've had with a game in a while. Exploring the open world in Breath of the Wild is something to be experienced. There is never a moment where I have nothing to do. I'm constantly distracted by monster outposts, side quests, different dynamic quests happening in the world, and just exploring in general. Put 30 hours into the game and only did 1 dungeon and felt no need to rush the story because I was having so much fun just doing what I wanted to do. The game is absolutely worth the hype and will keep me busy for a long time.… Expand
  12. Carlosdark
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Gran juego se nota la pulido y bien si no es para unos ami personalmente me encanto ahora es tiempo de revivir la leyenda al estilo de breath of the wild horas de diversion y porsupuesto sin olvidor la magia que caracteriza ala saga the legend of zelda
  13. tcherno
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolutely amazing. This game does everything right. Game feels new, while still similar to older entries, but even better. Framerate drops are not that noticeable and won't give the user a worse experience. This is game of the year for me.
  14. Lightone
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Hace años que no salía un juego con este calibre, tienes unos gráficos sencillo pero que no dejan de sorprender como se mezcla todo y crea un mundo sin igual, puedes ir a donde quieras y como quieras, no hay límites ni barreras, eso si que no caiga una lluvia intensa en una pendiente por ya eso es otra historia.

    Una forma de abordar el mundo abierto de ciento de forma ni limitarte, ve a    Hace años que no salía un juego con este calibre, tienes unos gráficos sencillo pero que no dejan de sorprender como se mezcla todo y crea un mundo sin igual, puedes ir a donde quieras y como quieras, no hay límites ni barreras, eso si que no caiga una lluvia intensa en una pendiente por ya eso es otra historia.

    Una forma de abordar el mundo abierto de ciento de forma ni limitarte, ve a donde quieras como tú quieras.    … Expand
  15. aqwertqw
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Too many Sony Fanboys and Nintendo Haters creating fake accounts just to give a 0. Made this just to counteract it a little bit. This is literally the opposite effect of Cory in the House.
  16. peekaystarstorm
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    trap link is justice 11/10 would succ best boy qtpatoot gud game /v/ needs to **** off and accept that the game is fun and stop being dumb tbqh fampai
  17. AnnaTheWolfLady
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    It´s very good for a Wii U game, people are hating on it for stupid reasons that don´t even have ***t to do with the game itself, I really like what Nintendo did with BOTW, it feels so good and it is fun to play, hope to see more great games like this one on the switch
  18. kjtrill
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    6 hours in and this game is really incredible. So far it seems to be the best entry in the Zelda franchise. The creativity in how you can approach playing the game is truly unsurpassed.
  19. The_Legend
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Great presentation. Excellent game mechanics and a vast World to explore. Every space in the world was hand designed to create an experience unlike any other game. Visually impressive. It simply is the greatest game I've ever played.
  20. Nekoo77
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Amazing, simply Amazing. Nintendo has done it again with Zelda and innovation. Huge map, amazing story and beautiful art and graphics. This game will be talked about for years to come.
  21. linkees
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is probably one of the few that you will never forget. This game gives a new definition to the open world genre. Can't wait to go back to Hyrule.! A truth masterpiece!
  22. levantus
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo ha creado un mundo que no solo se siente vivo, se siente real. No veras un ciervo caminando sin un motivo, estara buscando alimento, cuidando a sus crias, buscando agua, ocultandose de la lluvia, y ese solo es un ejemplo, de entre cientos. El medio es tan inmersivo que da miedo, es tan enorme que te sientes perdido, ya no eres alguien jugando, eres alguien que acaba de despertar,Nintendo ha creado un mundo que no solo se siente vivo, se siente real. No veras un ciervo caminando sin un motivo, estara buscando alimento, cuidando a sus crias, buscando agua, ocultandose de la lluvia, y ese solo es un ejemplo, de entre cientos. El medio es tan inmersivo que da miedo, es tan enorme que te sientes perdido, ya no eres alguien jugando, eres alguien que acaba de despertar, que no recuerda su pasado y que sabe que de ti depende ESE mundo. No tengo mas que decir, solo A MASTERPIECE… Expand
  23. dens4dens
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best game I have played in my life. I will always remember where I was when I started playing this. Can't wait for the DLC coming later this year. Thank you Nintendo!!
  24. sweetshryl
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    i got switch about 10 hours, and played this game. it's really amazing and better than any game i've played, i think this is not only the best zelda game ever, this is the best video game ever!!
  25. Seylar
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Awesome game, one you will tell your children about. Fantastic gameplay, beautiful, inspiring.

    Few stutters here and there but nothing that will stop your experience to be incredible
  26. KingShaek
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is poetry.There is no way to descrive this game.Its fabolous ,amazing,and really good.Please ,dear PS4 users stop voting 0 in userscore this is not even a bad game like The last guardian :)
  27. Geraldst20
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Nintendo ha demostrado que puede innovar en una era donde todo ya está creado, estos 6 años de espera han merecido toda la pena es un juegazo que todos deberían de disfrutar. Han acertado con el mundo abierto, el ciclo día y noche, el clima, las tribus, historias, doblaje, diseño artístico, banda sonora, jugabilidad, dificultad y la combinación de todo eso ha dado como resultado una obraNintendo ha demostrado que puede innovar en una era donde todo ya está creado, estos 6 años de espera han merecido toda la pena es un juegazo que todos deberían de disfrutar. Han acertado con el mundo abierto, el ciclo día y noche, el clima, las tribus, historias, doblaje, diseño artístico, banda sonora, jugabilidad, dificultad y la combinación de todo eso ha dado como resultado una obra maestra.… Expand
  28. Guilhermeeinlof
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Man, this game is awesome! The openworld is giant, the history well made, and the graphics are really awesome! The best game ever! Nintendo, Thank you!
  29. Presertim
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This Zelda game is amazing. The music is the best it has ever been. The open world blows all others away. The enemies are intelligent and require preparation and good equipment to defeat. Overall, it is very enjoyable and deserves high praise.
  30. Charlesre4
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Master Piece
    I think it will be game of the year, everything is perfect,
    I love the gameplay, the sountrack are amazing,
    The BEST OpenWorld RPG ever created.
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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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