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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  2. Mixed: 1,176 out of 20981
  3. Negative: 1,975 out of 20981
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  1. Jonas77
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I think it is clear that Nintendo clerly have looked at Skyrim for its inspiration for this new massive Zelda game. But I prefer Zelda Breath of the Wild to Skyrim for the Zelda world, to me, seems much more alive. Well done Nintendo!
  2. Xixard
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Puede que el juego no te guste o no haya salido para tu consola favorita, pero de ahí a evaluarlo con un 0, hay que estar mal de la cabeza, es un juegazo de aquellos, candidato fijo a juego del año.
  3. Ashonaught
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    Haven't been much of a gamer for a while, but this game has me actively finding the time to play. The sense of exploration this game gives is like no other game I have played before.
  4. AntiTroll
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I had huge expectations of this game and I really wanted Nintendo to come through with the goods on this one and they did. The more I played Zelda BOTW the more and more I loved it, when making my way over mountains and across its gargantuan map I can't help but to stop and stare in awe at things like the sun setting, clouds rolling across the sky, the glow of the moonlight kissing theI had huge expectations of this game and I really wanted Nintendo to come through with the goods on this one and they did. The more I played Zelda BOTW the more and more I loved it, when making my way over mountains and across its gargantuan map I can't help but to stop and stare in awe at things like the sun setting, clouds rolling across the sky, the glow of the moonlight kissing the trees and each detailed blade of grass I pass, the shimmer of the water or the stars in the sky and become completely mesmerised.
    Pay no attention to the trolls who have crawled out from under their bridges to give review scores as low as 0 to try and discredit this masterpiece, regardless this game will go down in history as one of if not THE best game EVER MADE!!    … Expand
  5. focusjules
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Breath of the wild ist auf den Punkt gebracht ein grandioses Spiel. Zwar sind meiner Meinung nach die Quest in The Witcher 3 etwas einfallsreicher und insgesamt spannender, doch kann das neue Zelda insbesondere durch seine grandiose Spielwelt auftrumpfen, die es so noch nie in einem Videospiel gegeben hat. Breath of the Wild gehört für mich unter die absoluten Top-Zeldas!
  6. Yakuza007
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Incredible game. Most impressive open world I've ever seen, with mechanics that outshine the rest of the industry. It's a game changer in open world design. It's complex, it's difficult, but it's rewarding. This game will go down in history as a classic. While Nintendo always knocks it out of the park with their 3D Marios and Zeldas, I believe this game is a step even beyond that.
  7. Minhster
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Got this game on release day. This is a very very addicting game. The open world is awesome. It is worth every penny. Amiibo is great, but not a must.
  8. davidrp
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I loved this game a loooot the Hyrule world is enormous and giant but the best thing of this world is the style. This is the best game i've ever played the charcters, the combat, the history simply amazind.
    Recomendable 100%
  9. EdyLee21
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Besides the over 500 negative trolls, this game is pretty good! I'm not into this open world games but I'll try my best to explore this vast world Nintendo is giving us in this adventure, WiiU or Switch the game looks magnificent (Switch gets better resolution and less frame drop)
    Frame drop is a thing in the game but it will be minor, and btw those ugly troll comments...you cant deny    Besides the over 500 negative trolls, this game is pretty good! I'm not into this open world games but I'll try my best to explore this vast world Nintendo is giving us in this adventure, WiiU or Switch the game looks magnificent (Switch gets better resolution and less frame drop)
    Frame drop is a thing in the game but it will be minor, and btw those ugly troll comments...you cant deny that all this open world games DO run on less than 60FPS, by the end of the day it's not the FPS, the graphics, and/or power, but what you felt with the game, the story, music and mostly how you enjoyed the game.

    Happy gaming! I usually dont rate stuff but this game is getting that troll hate so I wanted to balance this, game is not perfect, I have NEVER seen a perfect game in my life, they all have an issue, heavy bugs, horrible controls, no music, bland story....but until now (7 hours of gameplay) I can say Im happy with my purchase!
    10/10    … Expand
  10. gintoki125
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing. It's beautiful and It's so fun I just could not put it down. I love going around and exploring and doing the side quests. The gameplay changed things up from previous Zelda games and its great. The music is fantastic. It's just a great game. I love it.
  11. NInteNoob
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    So my first day with my switch has been wonderous, exciting and fun filled!

    [B]What an amazing console nintendo have produced.. the day started off with the courier knocking my door at 11.10 am with the switch and within the first 15 minutes i had it setup, updated, downloaded and installed FAST RMX. At only £16.99 and under 900mb it couldnt have been a better deal and used minimal    So my first day with my switch has been wonderous, exciting and fun filled!

    [B]What an amazing console nintendo have produced.. the day started off with the courier knocking my door at 11.10 am with the switch and within the first 15 minutes i had it setup, updated, downloaded and installed FAST RMX.

    At only £16.99 and under 900mb it couldnt have been a better deal and used minimal system memory to have a HD RUMBLE multiplayer game that runs at 60fps and 1080p, it looks stunning amd the soundtrack is pretty awesome too.. but.. my Grandad (who hasnt played a game since the playstation 1) beat me! But i was pleased he did as it showed us just how many people can enjoy the SWITCH.
    It's a pure gaming experience and fun too!

    An hour later and my Zelda collectors edition, the collectors guide and my case and screen protector set had arrived.. and i'm simply blown away. The game is beautiful, subtle and deep, it's one hell of an adventure and it has only just begun.. i wont say any more because it is something that has to be played and on a console system that you have to experience.

    I have experienced no Joy Con issue's, no low frame rates, no stuttering or overheating.

    I have just taken my first step off of the great plateau and as my adventure lays ahead of me i cant help but think that this time round its also Nintendo's turn to take the leap of faith from off of a great plateu and into the Breath Of The Wild,.

    Bravo Nintendo, Bravo

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  12. ernchii
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    I have only scratched the surface of the game and already I am deeply engrossed with it. The world feels vast and exciting, the fact that you can go anywhere that looks interesting (which is almost everywhere in this game) is liberating and so, so fun. Just roaming the large forests, climbing every inch of a mountain and running frantically from enemies that are trying to kill me, thisI have only scratched the surface of the game and already I am deeply engrossed with it. The world feels vast and exciting, the fact that you can go anywhere that looks interesting (which is almost everywhere in this game) is liberating and so, so fun. Just roaming the large forests, climbing every inch of a mountain and running frantically from enemies that are trying to kill me, this game is exciting and encourages exploration and experimentation. I find myself getting distracted so many times. Even when I only need to walk a few more feet up to a shrine, a enclave in the distance distracts me, or there is something glimmering in a distant tree that beckons me to go over. It is simply amazing.

    The only flaws of this game are it's frame drops, so far only seen in areas with lots of grass, and the fact that the Sheikah Slate is hard to activate, although that is not the game's fault, rather the poor placement of the '-' on the joycon.

    In short, Breath of the Wild is fun. And that is all that matters in a game.    … Expand
  13. jpct88
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is nothing short of a masterpiece. All the people leaving negative reviews are literally just Sony ponies who haven't even tried the game and are crying because this game beat out Horizon Zero Dawn.
  14. awizzle
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    The game accomplishes what it set out do. breaks a lot of zelda formulas puts it own spin on it. to be perfectly honest a lot of complaints about this game are preference not poor executions
  15. Pablodark
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    El juego es increíble. Los gráficos son preciosos, lo nunca visto. La innovación es increíble. Sin duda es el mejor juego de la historia. Posiblemente,es mejor que el maravilloso Ocarina Of Time
  16. Feco
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    How often we get a true masterpiece, in any game system, in any console? Somtimes not even once a year. This game is huge, but its size is not what makes it a masterpiece. Its the wind, the grass, the sun, the rain and every rock and mountain that seem so carefully crafted. It all those shrines and puzzles. This is absolutely beautiful.
  17. MetaCriticIdiot
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    It is a really good game and I really enjoyed it but I hate the fact that it's a switch exclusive.Ps4 Xbox and pc release will most likely not be out this year(if ever) :(
  18. Bojangels
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Truly a Landmark in video game history. Nintendo has shown their ability to not only adapt to contemporary trends in gaming, but to revolutionise and perfect any genre. The Legend Of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has is far reaching and attempts to accomplish a lot of what you'd would expect from an open world game and much more. Breath of the Wild succeeds in everything it attempts to do dueTruly a Landmark in video game history. Nintendo has shown their ability to not only adapt to contemporary trends in gaming, but to revolutionise and perfect any genre. The Legend Of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has is far reaching and attempts to accomplish a lot of what you'd would expect from an open world game and much more. Breath of the Wild succeeds in everything it attempts to do due to the fact that while the game is full of many unique mechanics and elements, nothing is convoluted or overbearing. Everything is thought out, refined and available to the player without being forced upon them. Nintendo's mantra of creativity, fun, and accessibility means that the game is easy to pick up and begin, a joy to just even 'waste time' in and is magical and ever surprising to explore.

    Retaining all the original charm that its predecessors were loved for, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild explores a new way to play that feels so natural for the series; one that gives more power to the player and puts adventure on every horizon.    … Expand
  19. Freakindon
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game transcended all of my expectations. I cannot comprehend how a game can be so grand. it's visually pleasing, handles like a dream, has fantastic subtle music (except during fighting), and encourages exploration in a natural way. So many open world games make exploration feel natural and forced, but not BotW.

    I'm a little biased as a Zelda fan, but this may be the best game I    This game transcended all of my expectations. I cannot comprehend how a game can be so grand. it's visually pleasing, handles like a dream, has fantastic subtle music (except during fighting), and encourages exploration in a natural way. So many open world games make exploration feel natural and forced, but not BotW.

    I'm a little biased as a Zelda fan, but this may be the best game I have ever experienced. The ONE con I can mention is that there are still some framerate hiccups. But they aren't terribly frequent and the game doesn't turn into a slideshow, it's just a brief drop.    … Expand
  20. csutimateBR
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Amazing !!! graphics !! history !! the best legend of zelda of all times , play in a open world as link and living this wolderfull game , im nostalgic
  21. SuperSonyMan
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I hate Nintendo. Nintendo is the devil's spawn and anything they produce is the devil's doing. This game will make you go to hell. Don't get fooled by the false prophets, praising this heresy. If you value your soul and want to avoid internal damnation stay away from this, as you will get sucked into its cunning beautiful two-faced world.
  22. jaketify
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I haven't played this game, I have never played any Zelda game but I know for sure that it's not bad so I just want to balance the hate from users who haven't even played it.
  23. Angel_Ven
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Arguably the best Zelda game of all time and certainly the best game of 2017... Even though the year has just begun. This game has an amazing art style and an incredible soundtrack. The combat is actually really fun and has its own unique style. Breath of the Wild is sort of a "breath of fresh air" but still has that Zelda feel. 10/10
  24. kpet1010
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    How I can tell you this is great? It kept my attention for more than an hour. Most games now have not been able to do that. You can explore, hunt, tame animals, cook, attack enemy camps, fly, and do dungeons, and that's all in the first 5 hours. Absolutely insane. Game of the year, game of the century. Nintendo has done it again.

    The graphics look great docked, and look amazing    How I can tell you this is great? It kept my attention for more than an hour. Most games now have not been able to do that. You can explore, hunt, tame animals, cook, attack enemy camps, fly, and do dungeons, and that's all in the first 5 hours. Absolutely insane. Game of the year, game of the century. Nintendo has done it again.

    The graphics look great docked, and look amazing undocked, the controls are simple, the joycons are a joy to use with the game, no pun intended. Absolutely a must own.    … Expand
  25. Aloco
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Incredible visuals, engaging gameplay. Wasted my first 10 hours doing sidequests and exploring. This game is all-around amazing. It is also great to be able to play on the go with the Switch.
  26. lucianoger
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game is everything any Zelda fan always wanted. Open world, beautiful graphics, incredible history, cool enemy's, and it is challenging in a good way.

    This is certainly the Game of The Year.
  27. hankdog9999
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I'm pleased to say that this is probably the best game I have ever played, There were occasional frame drops but not enough to warrant a big issue, the graphics and visuals are stunning, the world is so overwhelmingly filled with life and is so interactive, I have yet to finish the game, it is through this experience however that I have come to realize the bias in many of the negativeI'm pleased to say that this is probably the best game I have ever played, There were occasional frame drops but not enough to warrant a big issue, the graphics and visuals are stunning, the world is so overwhelmingly filled with life and is so interactive, I have yet to finish the game, it is through this experience however that I have come to realize the bias in many of the negative reviews of this game on this sight, for instance I came across many reviews with negative remarks on the story and that is simply untrue, a beautiful masterpiece (many major gaming critics think so to, and definitely worth the purchase) be wary though it isn't easy. simply put though anyone who score this game 0-5 is kidding themselves… Expand
  28. garyknight
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Reinventing videogaming. Incredibly genius gameplay. You can play this game as a dumb open world rpg and find it boring, but if you try to do things you think youre not allowed, you actually are crossing the border of your mind and this game is all about this border. Every player has a different experience based on what he is insterested in. Try to be smart and **** this game all over andReinventing videogaming. Incredibly genius gameplay. You can play this game as a dumb open world rpg and find it boring, but if you try to do things you think youre not allowed, you actually are crossing the border of your mind and this game is all about this border. Every player has a different experience based on what he is insterested in. Try to be smart and **** this game all over and it will allow you to do so... F**k ZELDA, THIS IS GENIUS !… Expand
  29. BluesMac
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I'll keep this short because I need to get back to playing. It's Nintendo's masterpiece and we will not see a game better than this for a very long time.
  30. FaytTheGreat
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Loving every moment of the game. I know it may not be the greatest technical marvel but the art style is phenomenal. Between this and Horizon, we as gamers should be praising these last 2 weeks. Though I do miss a little bit more of a linear story progression Zelda, the way I am able to explore pretty much anything I see is great. The way the game plays is awesome and I'm loving the smallLoving every moment of the game. I know it may not be the greatest technical marvel but the art style is phenomenal. Between this and Horizon, we as gamers should be praising these last 2 weeks. Though I do miss a little bit more of a linear story progression Zelda, the way I am able to explore pretty much anything I see is great. The way the game plays is awesome and I'm loving the small customization options I have with Link. Whether Wii U or Switch, this game is not to be missed by fans of Zelda, open world games or even just people who want to go on a grand adventure. If you aren't playing this or Horizon recently, you are doing yourself an injustice.… Expand
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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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