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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  3. Negative: 1,975 out of 20981
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  1. chinogringo
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Its a great game since i started to play it , i am feeling like adventurous person, trying to find everything, the music is awesome and the physics too. Take your time to try it, dont let the negative reviews make you thing something bad about the game,.
  2. son4x
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    A game that has totally emerged me in it's world and what a world it is. Just bought the Switch as an tech enthusiast and Zelda with it. I did not imagine that Breath of the Wild could wow me like this.
    It's my first Nintendo system and my first Nintendo game. I would consider myself exclusively as PC gamer, but now that I own the Nintendo Switch and Breath of the Wild. I must say: "no pc    A game that has totally emerged me in it's world and what a world it is. Just bought the Switch as an tech enthusiast and Zelda with it. I did not imagine that Breath of the Wild could wow me like this.
    It's my first Nintendo system and my first Nintendo game. I would consider myself exclusively as PC gamer, but now that I own the Nintendo Switch and Breath of the Wild. I must say: "no pc game has ever given me anything comparable or emotionally gotten close to the experience"
    10 out of 10    … Expand
  3. TheCrystalCave
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Downright the best game I have ever played! Truly a masterpiece. Breath of the Wild redefines what it means to be a Zelda game, and does it very well!
  4. AmaranthHeart
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Best.Game.Ever. This isn't a discussion anymore and difficult to have a life right now, but hopefully I will emerge a better bearded human being, if not a highly entertained one.
  5. dansleeth
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This is the first Zelda since Ocarina of Time that I've been captivated by. The graphics and soundtrack are fantastic. Yes, the graphics would look better on beefier consoles, but that has never been Nintendo's philosophy and credit to them for focusing on innovation rather than specs. The Switch is seriously lacking titles at the moment and there aren't many I'm looking forward to (yet)This is the first Zelda since Ocarina of Time that I've been captivated by. The graphics and soundtrack are fantastic. Yes, the graphics would look better on beefier consoles, but that has never been Nintendo's philosophy and credit to them for focusing on innovation rather than specs. The Switch is seriously lacking titles at the moment and there aren't many I'm looking forward to (yet) Breath of the Wild however, has made buying the console this early well worth it. I will be playing the hell out of this game and there are plenty of side missions outside of the main campaign that will keep me entertained. The horses continue to pee me off though =/… Expand
  6. GaRv3
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's very sad that obviously almost all people writing negative reviews never even played the game.
    This is going to be an honest review after playing the game for many hours. This should be a must for reviewers but some people simply do not understand this. This is not the place for trolls and haters. And by the way: How can a game like this be honestly rated 0/10? Think about it yourself and you will see that this does not make any sense at all.

    Pros:
    There are so many positive aspects to say about this game, that it is simply impossible to list them all. So I will just write down what comes in my mind to give you an idea of what the game is like.
    First of all the most obvious and perfectly integrated 'new' feature: total freedom. This is what describes the game best. You can go almost everywhere whenever you want. There are so many ways to travel the world.
    This all happens perfectly seamlessly and there are almost no loading screens when you travel the world. There are only few situations you have to wait for some seconds and loading times are (at least on the Switch) rediculously short. So the whole game feels like a long, seamless experience.
    That's how the game feels to play in gerneral, but what makes this special is that you can find interesting items, quests and characters all over the huge world. There is so much to find that I doubt there will be more than a few players who are going to find everything hidden in this world.
    There are so many secrets and little easter eggs you can find in the game (Ever took a photo/screenshot of a dog next to you?).
    Characters, animals and enemies behave convincingly.
    The story fits perfectly for a Zelda game and offers some unexpected twists and new information about the franchise.
    In most cases there are several ways to achieve something. If you think you found a solution, just try it - it will probably work!
    The voice acting in most cut scenes is pretty nice.
    You can play this awesome huge game on the go (only on Switch, of course).
    Controls are intuitive and work perfect in most situations.
    There would be so much more to say but I have to get to the cons now.

    Cons:
    As in every game there are some small cons too. No game can ever be 100% perfect. But these aspects are no dealbreaker at all.
    Some performance issues in docked mode (Switch). Perfectly smooth in mobile mode but suffers from some frame rate drops in several situations in docked mode. Hopefully this can be fixed in a future patch.
    Some design issues regarding the controls: If you find a new weapon and have no free slot in your weapon inventory, you have to open up the inventory in the pause menu and drop one weapon. Why is it not possible to drop weapons in the quick select menu?
    Uncomfortable Cooking: If you want to cook something, you have to open up the pause menu, navigate to the ingrediants, switch to 'hold in hand mode', select the ingrediants, exit the menu and finally cook the meal. Why is it not possible to simply stand next to a cooking pot and by the press of a button open up a menu to select the ingrediants for your meal.
    Durability of most of the weapons: Sure, the mechanic makes sense, since it forces you to find more and more weapons and use several fighting techniques because you will not always have a weapon for the battle style you prefer, but at the same time this reduces the joy of finding a new weapon because you know it will not last for long.

    Invalid cons taken from negative 'reviews':
    "No actual sprawling dungeons" - Yeah, but there were dungeons in previous Zelda games that you had to visit over and over again. 120 shrines, each with unique puzzles spread all over the game world vs. a hand full of dungeons you have to spend a lot of time in - pick one.
    "You are supposed to enter your own name" - No, link is actually the character's name. The feature giving a custom name does not make too much sense because the character (sex, visual appearence...) can not be changed.
    "They nerfed the Gamepad functionality" - Second screen does not make any sense in gaming. It only distracts from what happens on the main screen.
    "The game designers clearly had much contempt for the Zelda series" - I will not comment on this.
    "wow healthbar above npc" - We had this before and what is bad about it?
    "No animation while opening chest" - Do you remember opening chest in Wind Waker and wating several seconds for each to reveal its secret? How many times did you enjoy this?
    "Theres no second quest" - Simply not true. Play the game!
    "objects between the camera and the character are allways solid" - This is simply wrong.

    Of course there are some negative aspects by other users that I do not list here. Mostly because they are results of purely personal preference. And in general I want to say that every complaint about the game being open world is not worth the time reading it. The series has originally been open world and would have been all the time if possible.    … Expand
  7. jmere36
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    I Give Legend Of Zelda Breath of the wild a 10 out of 10 as its is a beautiful open world explorer which lives up to its former zelda games in the franchise
  8. mactunes
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    After an hour of playing this game it was clear to me that this was the best Zelda of all time. All Zelda games before were really good games, ALTTP being my absolute favorite, until now! I love the art style, the huge open world, I enjoy the storyline. It reminds me of the best Zelda moments while adding so much more on top of it. Last but not least this game brings a lot of emotions toAfter an hour of playing this game it was clear to me that this was the best Zelda of all time. All Zelda games before were really good games, ALTTP being my absolute favorite, until now! I love the art style, the huge open world, I enjoy the storyline. It reminds me of the best Zelda moments while adding so much more on top of it. Last but not least this game brings a lot of emotions to life, e.g. when you see what happened to the Hyrulians.

    Normally, I'm just a casual gamer, but I probably already played 30 hours and just want to continue!    … Expand
  9. saymonsc
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    The Best game of the history! Simply breathtaking and stunning. Nintendo have created something special with this game. Whenever I think I've seen it all, it surprises me suddenly with something I didn't see coming. This is definitely a masterpiece that I will continue to play for years to come.
  10. Sonic7007
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    First off I am a Nintendo fanboy and legend of Zelda fanboy but the other legends of Zelda titles do not deserve a 10 out of 10 except for ocarina of time,breath of the wild but majora's mask deserves a 9 my personal favorite was the wind Waker but still not a perfect 10 this game is beautiful so massive I've been exploring forever, I love everything about this game nothing seems wrongFirst off I am a Nintendo fanboy and legend of Zelda fanboy but the other legends of Zelda titles do not deserve a 10 out of 10 except for ocarina of time,breath of the wild but majora's mask deserves a 9 my personal favorite was the wind Waker but still not a perfect 10 this game is beautiful so massive I've been exploring forever, I love everything about this game nothing seems wrong sure the Nintendo switch might not have the power of some PCs but what it makes up in power is it's replayability and it's games and it innovativeness and breath of the wild work so well with this I definitely give this a 10 out of 10. all the people giving this a negative review must have never played it or are not Nintendo fans at all, are not legend of Zelda fans. people need to quit hating on this game if they've never played it all. they are trolls if they're giving it a zero evening if they played it and didn't like it it's not worth zero. Nintendo worked hard on this game and it shows, so people need to quit bashing it and being a bunch of trolls. this game is worthy of all the praise that it is getting in my opinion it's definitely One that will go down in Legend. Definitely One of the most awesome games ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  11. tomterl
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This game is a rare gem, achieving near perfection where others fall short, albeit only slightly. The huge world seems daunting at first -- if you moved in it for bit, it's hard to let the controller go.

    Encountered a foe much to strong for you? Sneak around the next time. Explore every crook you encounter, you may find a chest there, or something else entirely.

    Enjoy
  12. kirikou
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Le meilleur jeu auquel j'ai joué. Incroyablement jouissif, le jeu n'a de limite que celle de nos idees. Tu peux tout combiner, jouer avec les elements, la physique, la gravitation, la resistance des materiaux... Jubilatoire !! Et juste magnifique, avec QUELQUES ralentissements parfois qui ne rompent en rien le plaisir de jeu.
  13. Gutanoth
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This is literally the best game every made!
    The world is so extremely full with secrets and life that it feels like a real living place! The shrines are really diverse and it's fantastic that they are solvable in multiple ways. Way to go Nintendo! You showed us all why you are the best company at making games!
  14. TheGhoulNebula
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Amazing. Wonderful. So beautiful. So moved. So blessed. Breath of the Wild has cured my cold and cleared my skin.
    (All these haters need to smoke a join, play Zelda and calm down)
  15. Donuld
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Wow, this is a great game. I have never really liked the Zelda series, but this new addition is great. I just got to the first (insert thing here that might be spoiler) and I am super excited to fight it. The game is really good at transitioning from easy to hard, and nothing feels too challenging or too easy. Overall so far a great game.
  16. Timeball
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Another great Zelda game ... the graphics are great, the controls are smooth, and the pacing/story are perfect. There's nearly endless open world areas to explore.
  17. ChrisAcoltzi
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    I actually played ocarina of time when it first came out, and it was amazing. For a long time it was the best game ever made for me, since then very few games would actually match that "magic" that ocarina had.
    Fast forward 19 years later and we finally have a game that captures all that magic again.
    Everything about this game feels like old Zelda, yet it manages to keep things very    I actually played ocarina of time when it first came out, and it was amazing. For a long time it was the best game ever made for me, since then very few games would actually match that "magic" that ocarina had.
    Fast forward 19 years later and we finally have a game that captures all that magic again.
    Everything about this game feels like old Zelda, yet it manages to keep things very fresh. You are in a kingdom that has been there for hundreds of years, it shows on the places you visit... I have been playing this series for years and its like the series has grown up with you.

    Yes it has some some minor technical problems, yes it may not be for everyone... but getting lost in this game its a joy that no other game has offered. It borrowed different elements from games like the witcher and skyrim, but with a zelda touch that makes things feel fresh.
    The game has no hand holding and everything is done in a grand scale, the bosses are some of the best in the series. You never feel like you are in control of the world and thats actually a good thing.

    After been disappointed with games like wind waker and twilight princess, we finally have a game that is actually better than ocarina of time, one that is definetly a bench mark for the series.    … Expand
  18. 1337brian
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    I can still remember the first time I played the original Legend of Zelda on the NES and how it felt to explore what seemed like an endless world filled with surprises and challenges and this game has brought back that feeling and then some. First I’ll get out of the way that coming from a PC with 144hz monitor ultra settings for graphics and frame rate above 100fps the switch is a smallI can still remember the first time I played the original Legend of Zelda on the NES and how it felt to explore what seemed like an endless world filled with surprises and challenges and this game has brought back that feeling and then some. First I’ll get out of the way that coming from a PC with 144hz monitor ultra settings for graphics and frame rate above 100fps the switch is a small step back from what I’m used to in my normal gaming life but that doesn't take away from what is most likely the game of the decade. This game is AMAZING.

    From the opening sequence you realize that something has happened to Hyrule and your tasked with finding out who you are and what's happened to the land around you. Breathtaking visuals, plenty of challenges spread across the land and scenery that is just jaw dropping. This game has it all.

    The difficulty is up there and makes me glad as I like a challenge and there is a lot to do if you want to 100% the game. The story is one of the best in any video game I've ever played and put together so well. You become a part of the story organically, you're not forced through it like other games.

    10/10 best story driven game I've played in over a decade.    … Expand
  19. BotBearGaming
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Zelda is back and bigger than ever. Let me first start of that I love this game but I was a little skeptical after Skyward Sword on the Wii. I have been a huge fan of Zelda since the NES and this brings me back to that original game. After the games tutorial area and first four shrines you are free to go where ever you want and if skilled enough can go straight to Ganon and put him down,Zelda is back and bigger than ever. Let me first start of that I love this game but I was a little skeptical after Skyward Sword on the Wii. I have been a huge fan of Zelda since the NES and this brings me back to that original game. After the games tutorial area and first four shrines you are free to go where ever you want and if skilled enough can go straight to Ganon and put him down, but that's not me I want to enjoy the world and story. So many reviews are saying Zelda has no story the gameplay sucks ect and to me those are all false statements and I believe a lot of the negative reviews are fakes and haters (my opinion). The game has a story you just have to search for parts of it to understand the deeper narrative which gives me a Dark Souls feel, the game is no where near easy nor holds your hand like so many games these days as I find myself freely exploring and getting one shot by enemies. The game is not without flaws occasionally I do have frame rate drops but that for me is maybe only once every few hours so not enough for me to lower my rating. Overall this a great installment for the Zelda franchise and with the Switch I would say Nintendo is back on the road to success.… Expand
  20. petetoddderson
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Admittedly I'm a Zelda fan, as I've played every major console game since before I could even read the old man's cryptic hints. This game just does an amazing job of recreating the original Zelda's spirit into a 3D living world. It has minor issues, but it is the most engulfing video game I have ever played.
  21. Faeyas
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    10 from me. I have a few Zelda games, and while I adored Ocarina, others were luke-warm. Breath of the Wild is a "breath" of fresh air in the series. It reminds me of other stellar games like The Witcher 3, or Skyrim. I enjoy the lack of hand holding, the joy of exploration, and the self pacing. It is amazing when a game doesn't have to direct you, but that you can direct yourself and it10 from me. I have a few Zelda games, and while I adored Ocarina, others were luke-warm. Breath of the Wild is a "breath" of fresh air in the series. It reminds me of other stellar games like The Witcher 3, or Skyrim. I enjoy the lack of hand holding, the joy of exploration, and the self pacing. It is amazing when a game doesn't have to direct you, but that you can direct yourself and it is JUST AS FUN!… Expand
  22. SierraNevada
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    A new bar has been set for not only the Zelda franchise, but for open world games as a whole.
    A few frame rate dips here and there is about the only blemish on this extremely polished masterpiece.
  23. Dracquiteur
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    My first Zelda game was Ocarina of Time 3D. The original was released before I even was born, but it still blew me away as if I was present in '98. I taught no other game would ever give me that feeling again.

    I was wrong. Breath of the Wild is breathtaking and immersing. BotW has beaten OoT in my eyes as best Zelda game ever and is in my opinion the best game ever made. This game is    My first Zelda game was Ocarina of Time 3D. The original was released before I even was born, but it still blew me away as if I was present in '98. I taught no other game would ever give me that feeling again.

    I was wrong. Breath of the Wild is breathtaking and immersing. BotW has beaten OoT in my eyes as best Zelda game ever and is in my opinion the best game ever made. This game is totally worth your money and all the hours you'll put in it.
    Another positive thing is that this game is for the first time in the series available in Dutch and I am Dutch speaking. I, I just love this game.

    If you still reading this, what are you doing ? Go and play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild !    … Expand
  24. chaos_storm
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    skyrim and twilight princess had a baby and ts this game and its damn glorious!
    its pretty much what you'd want in a modern open world zelda
    my only tiny nitpick is the lack of heart pieces/containers mostly because I'm used to them
  25. DiCA
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild is an open world marvel, the fact that it took 4 years to develop, and the number of developers that worked on this game shows how much dedication Nintendo have, to give us the best experience we can get from a video game. This game is perfect for RPG veterans because Nintendo finally decided to bring link's adventure back to it's root, but also veryThe Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild is an open world marvel, the fact that it took 4 years to develop, and the number of developers that worked on this game shows how much dedication Nintendo have, to give us the best experience we can get from a video game. This game is perfect for RPG veterans because Nintendo finally decided to bring link's adventure back to it's root, but also very suitable for beginners due to it's fresh and modern gameplay and features. The story is kinda deep in many ways, but in the same time, being so easy to understand.… Expand
  26. Mr_Regret
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    To everyone who rated this 0 I know you are just hating on this game because whatever reason but ignoring that for a second this game is amazing! Huge world full of fun, Incredible systems with breaking weapons and shields, and Surprisingly realistic with its temperature feature, Thunderstorm lightning, boomerangs ( yes boomerangs) and weather. It also has an amazing cooking feature and itTo everyone who rated this 0 I know you are just hating on this game because whatever reason but ignoring that for a second this game is amazing! Huge world full of fun, Incredible systems with breaking weapons and shields, and Surprisingly realistic with its temperature feature, Thunderstorm lightning, boomerangs ( yes boomerangs) and weather. It also has an amazing cooking feature and it is personally one of my favorite parts for some reason. This game is a must buy for Switch or Wii U owners and if you have a PS4, Xbox One, or PC I really wish you guys had this game.… Expand
  27. Instygan
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    The amount of people giving negative reviews just because they are mad at the fact that the game has such a high score is sickening, I thought games were about fun but clearly there are people who like to ruin it.

    I picked up the Switch and Breath of the Wild during launch and I am currently still playing after 6 days, The game is fantastic, one of the best I've ever played. The console    The amount of people giving negative reviews just because they are mad at the fact that the game has such a high score is sickening, I thought games were about fun but clearly there are people who like to ruin it.

    I picked up the Switch and Breath of the Wild during launch and I am currently still playing after 6 days, The game is fantastic, one of the best I've ever played. The console itself isn't my favorite but it is still a lot of fun.

    Breath of the Wild has a wide range of things to do that will keep you busy for probably way over 100 hours considering how long I've been playing. It's open world boasts a large play area for players to test mechanics in the game and learn things that can be helpful to them later on. Shrines dotted around the world give the players a goal to try and conquer each one, including the shrine quests which make them much more interesting trying to solve riddles that are given to you from NPCs scattered around in different towns and towers. The sheer amount of detail that Nintendo have packed into this little cartridge is mind blowing with the realistic mechanics that you need to use. Overall for the world it will keep you occupied for a while making it hard to get bored whether it be cooking, horse riding, shield surfing, exploring, collecting and the list goes on and on.

    The story line is good, not the best but it is good. I think they are saving the story for the DLC packages that are being released later on throughout the year, I'm not a huge fan of DLC but I'm interested in how Nintendo will deliver the new story line. The character development is nice as the game dives into the history of important characters in the game through very good story lines in quests which will all add up to the end game. Memories are also a great part of the game, as Link has no memory he must regain it by searching around the massive world learning new and old things which pieces the puzzle together after many, many hours of exploration and quests.

    Performance wise, the game is OK for the majority of the game although SOME areas challenge the Switch it doesn't ruin the overall experience although I can understand why some people are annoyed by it but it is very short bursts that occur rarely. The patch fixed most of these issues.

    Overall, Breath of the Wild boasts the true creativity that the team behind Nintendo hold, I have to say that Nintendo have many talented developers that are loyal workers considering the dark age they went through during the Wii U's lifetime they still have the ambition and motivation to deliver greatness. After 5 long years waiting for the game it was definitely worth every penny and yet still there are many side quests and shrine quests that I still need to do.

    This is in my top 5 games I've ever played, considering I've never played a Zelda game before this I was surprised as to how much I loved it and understood some references that they sneaked in making the world of Hyrule a wonderful place to delve into.
    10/10.    … Expand
  28. pazda
    Mar 8, 2017
    8
    + Very full and satisfying world
    + Great puzzles and creativity
    + Complete freedom + Wandering around aimlessly is rewarded + Tons of stuff to do + Beautiful graphics + All the items you get are awesome + Super fun abilities that give you a lot of freedom in how you fight + Immersive storylines + Makes you feel small, between the enormous world you're shown right off the bat,    + Very full and satisfying world
    + Great puzzles and creativity
    + Complete freedom
    + Wandering around aimlessly is rewarded
    + Tons of stuff to do
    + Beautiful graphics
    + All the items you get are awesome
    + Super fun abilities that give you a lot of freedom in how you fight
    + Immersive storylines
    + Makes you feel small, between the enormous world you're shown right off the bat, enemies that completely mess you up if you don't know what you're doing, and tons of items/discoverables. Gives you that unparalleled feeling of a new beginning
    + SHIELD SURFING!
    - FPS issues
    - The music we've come to expect from a Zelda game just isn't there
    - Some bosses/dungeons are frustrating to fight (camel specifically)    … Expand
  29. ProtoMoltres
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    I love this game. The style is beautiful, the gameplay is nice, the story so far is interesting, etc. One common complaint is minor framerate issues, but it is really not bad. I haven't had many problems with the framerate. I have found it plays ever so-slightly better on the little screen, and not on the television. Other than that, this game beats out some of my favorite game of allI love this game. The style is beautiful, the gameplay is nice, the story so far is interesting, etc. One common complaint is minor framerate issues, but it is really not bad. I haven't had many problems with the framerate. I have found it plays ever so-slightly better on the little screen, and not on the television. Other than that, this game beats out some of my favorite game of all time, I highly recommend it to anyone, whether you're new to the series, or a Zelda veteran.… Expand
  30. Kruuonno
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    I believe this is what Shigeru Miyamoto originally imagined only could not deliver with previous games.
    Best game yet. Cant put the game down. The world size is huge!!! and lots to do. Love it.
  31. tonybavala
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Unlike most people, I have actually beat the game. And wow, what a game. I'll be honest and admit that I'm a huge Zelda dork and have been my entire life. However, I really did not care for Twilight Princess and Skyward Sword. I feel that this game is a return to form for Nintendo. It's brilliant in its own Nintendo way. I've played the other recent big titles. Loved Horizon Dawn.Unlike most people, I have actually beat the game. And wow, what a game. I'll be honest and admit that I'm a huge Zelda dork and have been my entire life. However, I really did not care for Twilight Princess and Skyward Sword. I feel that this game is a return to form for Nintendo. It's brilliant in its own Nintendo way. I've played the other recent big titles. Loved Horizon Dawn. Fantastic game. But I'm absolutely enamored with Breath of the Wild. I'd probably give it a 9.5/10 due to the frame rate issues. But hey, if I have to choose between 9 and 10, I'll definitely give it a 10. I feel like this is a game that everyone can enjoy. I know many younger gamers grew up with a dislike for Nintendo. I say, give them a try. The gameplay mechanics are nothing like what you'll find on a Sony/Xbox title. People are nostalgic for this series, because it is a phenomenal series. And this game just made that much more apparent. Bravo Nintendo. Well done. I'll be exploring the wilderness for years to come.… Expand
  32. AdaptiveMantis
    Mar 9, 2017
    8
    This is a worthy entry to the franchise. The sense of freedom and scale are really quite amazing. However, I cannot help but feel that the world seems rather empty. To be sure, it is a world at the brink of destruction, and it might be exactly the kind of feeling the developers wanted to convey, but nonetheless, I cannot help but notice that besides the stables, a few villages/towns andThis is a worthy entry to the franchise. The sense of freedom and scale are really quite amazing. However, I cannot help but feel that the world seems rather empty. To be sure, it is a world at the brink of destruction, and it might be exactly the kind of feeling the developers wanted to convey, but nonetheless, I cannot help but notice that besides the stables, a few villages/towns and the odd travelling merchant, Link leads a rather solitary life.
    Combat feels good, but not quite as tight as former entries to the series. But BotW marks a departure from the old Zelda formula so it is fair to give it a set of completely new mechanics as well.
    Overall, a really solid title, a worthy entry in the series, and an amazing first game for the Switch/last game for the Wii U.    … Expand
  33. MistahWerg
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    This is the game you imagined when you played Ocarina of Time. This is what you thought it was to climb death mountain and explore the Hyrulian fields and forests. This is that,
  34. JJGodden
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Dear sad, sad Internet dwellers trying to destroy this game's user score,

    You are on the wrong side of history. Now kindly go stick a Lightning Rod where the sun doesn't shine. To all others genuinely interested in the game: this title is as close to perfection as an open-world game has ever come. Immersive, sublime, layered, free - the world in this game truly is the most    Dear sad, sad Internet dwellers trying to destroy this game's user score,

    You are on the wrong side of history.

    Now kindly go stick a Lightning Rod where the sun doesn't shine.

    To all others genuinely interested in the game: this title is as close to perfection as an open-world game has ever come. Immersive, sublime, layered, free - the world in this game truly is the most captivating ever seen within the medium.    … Expand
  35. dhana7878
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    el mejor videojuego hasta la fecha, 10 bien merecidos, la espera a merecido la pena y el producto es de calidad, cualquiera que no haya jugado un zelda recomendadisimo y par alos que ya los han jugado tambien
  36. Vosspre
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    An utter masterpiece. Takes the Zelda series to exciting, new, and historic heights. It's so good that fanboys are bombarding it with zeroes out of jealousy. Eat your hearts out fanboys.
  37. gvargas
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    At first, I didn't like it. I thought that the open world took away the Zelda charm that I had grown to love. But as I played, I discovered that the charm was still there, you just had to discover it. This game is very unique from past Zelda games. You don't follow a scripted narrative that tells you where to go. You discover the story as you play it. You meat a great variety of people inAt first, I didn't like it. I thought that the open world took away the Zelda charm that I had grown to love. But as I played, I discovered that the charm was still there, you just had to discover it. This game is very unique from past Zelda games. You don't follow a scripted narrative that tells you where to go. You discover the story as you play it. You meat a great variety of people in the game, who add onto this narrative. The sense of adventure is just out of this world. You start off immediately on the Great Plateau and discover each piece of land little by little. Nintendo's fingerprint are all over this world. Chop down a tree to cross a gap. Use Magnesis to pull a metal bridge out of the water. It's a perfect game to get lost in. I gotta give props to Nintendo for shaking up the formula in a way that is so grand.… Expand
  38. Professor_x
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    As i started playing the game, one of the first things that caught my eye was how vast the world looked. Not only was the scale impressive but the beauty of the environment as well, the world felt alive. After playing past the starting area I started to see what really set this game apart, As much as i traveled i was always introduced to new environments and scenery. Not only did this addAs i started playing the game, one of the first things that caught my eye was how vast the world looked. Not only was the scale impressive but the beauty of the environment as well, the world felt alive. After playing past the starting area I started to see what really set this game apart, As much as i traveled i was always introduced to new environments and scenery. Not only did this add a diverse beauty to the game but it had a real impact on the game play as well, things like the rain making the hills slippery and countless others. I didn't want to compare it to another game, because each game has its own value, but this game makes Fallout4 seem like a indie game, a game which I have 100hours on. It manage to have all these amazing features, but they're polished virtually perfect! Creating an amazing sense of immersion and entertainment. 10/10 I dare to say best game in its genre I have ever played, and without a doubt game of the year. So far i have ~30hours. I can see the value of this game inspiring other developers to catch up, and I can expect the next generation of open world games being 10x more impressive with the extra horsepower.… Expand
  39. bobjamison94
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    I wasn't going to leave a review until I had 100% the game. But all these troll reviews are making it seem necessary. This game is extraordinary. It encompasses everything I love about Zelda into an open world design and nails it perfectly. The shrines are seriously the most underrated aspect of it. I love how they require you to manipulate your surroundings using the acquired runeI wasn't going to leave a review until I had 100% the game. But all these troll reviews are making it seem necessary. This game is extraordinary. It encompasses everything I love about Zelda into an open world design and nails it perfectly. The shrines are seriously the most underrated aspect of it. I love how they require you to manipulate your surroundings using the acquired rune abilities. Me and my wife are both playing the game, and we've come up with different solutions to the same puzzles. The enemies start off pretty easy but once you jump off the Plateau, you're going to have to deal with Guardians, Yiga Clan, Lizalfos, etc. The scenery in the game is amazing. It rewards climbing and traversing the land like no other open world. Climb up a mountain, spot a shrine in the distant horizon, and paraglide your way. I definitely recommend this game. I also recommend that people ignore the negative troll reviews. We know that they are all fake and a result of the "console war." Just wish gamers were more mature.… Expand
  40. robertderp
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Let me break down why this is my favorite game of all time

    -Beautiful open world. Every part of this game is within the sandbox (with the exception being the shrines). Your ability to climb and swim is limited by stamina. But there is no limit to the freedom -Enemies are finally tough again. Ever since Zelda switched to 3d, the level of difficulty completely vanished. Just look at    Let me break down why this is my favorite game of all time

    -Beautiful open world. Every part of this game is within the sandbox (with the exception being the shrines). Your ability to climb and swim is limited by stamina. But there is no limit to the freedom

    -Enemies are finally tough again. Ever since Zelda switched to 3d, the level of difficulty completely vanished. Just look at how hard the first two Zeldas were in comparison. It really seems like they geared this game to an older demographic.

    -The ability to shoot your arrow on horseback is so well done. Horses will follow the path you gallop on. This is extremely useful when fighting other enemies on horseback and the guardians.

    -Shrines are very unique. The reviews claiming their copy and paste and complete lies. Literally every shine is different. Some are combat oriented. Some rely on just one of your runes. There is nothing "copy and paste" about them

    -Weapon variety. I love that weapons break. It gives a whole new strategy to the game. You've got to choose weaker weapons for weaker enemies and save the good stuff for the real fights. Don't know why so many people hate this mechanic. It's brilliant.

    -In game physics. There is a lot of detail in the game. You can tie your bomb to an octorock and blow the bomb into the enemy using a Deku leaf. This game almost feels like Just Cause at times. And in a good way.

    Please ignore the trolls.    … Expand
  41. newsting
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    If you've finished this game you cannot rate it a zero... That is so hypocritical and mindless, a zero in my mind has to be totally unplayable or pointless, this game is neither. That being said the worst that it should be rated is around a 4 or a 5. Honestly, some people's kids....
  42. jotawonka
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    As a fan of Zelda (I've played almost every one of them since GBC) I have to say that this is far the biggest and most beautiful Zelda game ever made with a totally fresh new concept, but still with the same repetitive storyline and, again, a princess that needs to be "rescued" or well more or less, since she is also fighting the enemy in some way.

    Apart from that and also considering    As a fan of Zelda (I've played almost every one of them since GBC) I have to say that this is far the biggest and most beautiful Zelda game ever made with a totally fresh new concept, but still with the same repetitive storyline and, again, a princess that needs to be "rescued" or well more or less, since she is also fighting the enemy in some way.

    Apart from that and also considering that I don't like the fact that weapons break, and break a lot (at the point that I could not continue at some part in the game) and also considering that I waste a lot of time climbing and walking... after all that I consider this game a masterpiece of art and beauty everywhere, which compensates all those negative parts. The music and general FX ambience is also nice and it isn't repetitive because it's very subtle.

    Definitely Nintendo should consider in the future to bring a new storyline like they did with Majora, Minish Cap, etc. the central story and the multiple universes are becoming very repetitive, and definitely they should also continue with this open world concept, but please make weapons more durable or at least being able to repair all of them.

    I was between 8 and 9 (8.5 let's say) , but considering how many undeserved zeros it has got, I will give it a 9. Also because the more I am playing it, the more I like it and the more I am close to that 9 or even more.    … Expand
  43. demonbrownie
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    My new favorite game this year. I'm having so much with it. There is so much to explore, you might do other things and not pay attention to the main story lol. The game is very stunning, I really love the new art style in this one. Also the game is quite challenging for a Zelda title, which is fine because I like a little challenge. The music is great, sometimes it's very peaceful andMy new favorite game this year. I'm having so much with it. There is so much to explore, you might do other things and not pay attention to the main story lol. The game is very stunning, I really love the new art style in this one. Also the game is quite challenging for a Zelda title, which is fine because I like a little challenge. The music is great, sometimes it's very peaceful and other times it gets very intense especially during a fight. I've been playing Zelda games since I was 5 years old, and Breath of the Wild is now in my Top 5 Zelda games. Thank you Nintendo, and well done!… Expand
  44. Krakatoa34
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    Amazing world with so many things to do I beat the game with a satisfying ending and all I can do is praise this game. With such a turn from the Zelda Universe this game deserves all the praise it is getting.
  45. SogekingSW
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best zelda games. i dont know why some people are writting bad reviews but not only in my personal opinon, this game is awesome and i think is impossible give it less than 8 or 7 if you DONT like the game and if you dont have it please dont write a review only the persons who played the game can comment when you play it you will fall in love with it.
  46. NicoGio
    Mar 16, 2017
    8
    An immersive game for wanderlust gamers. Though I love the game I cannot give it a perfect 10. The weapons are too fragile overall, understandable that a twig would break after a few hits but not so much with a claymore. Beyond the weapons being fragile, the story (without wishing to spoil) can feel just a little underwhelming. Otherwise the combat is passable and the characters can be endearing.
  47. Mushy_
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    Zelda Breath Of The Wild was a game I was very hyped for and thought it would be by far game of the year but after completely finishing the game and putting over 70 hours into the game I can say that i'm no more than genuinely Disappointed with this game. Is it a bad game? NO. that's just not true. Is it one of the best games ever made? No. That's nothing more than an over exaggeration.Zelda Breath Of The Wild was a game I was very hyped for and thought it would be by far game of the year but after completely finishing the game and putting over 70 hours into the game I can say that i'm no more than genuinely Disappointed with this game. Is it a bad game? NO. that's just not true. Is it one of the best games ever made? No. That's nothing more than an over exaggeration. This Zelda game is very different from most as some people can clearly tell but just because it's different doesn't mean it can completely gimp out on things that made this game's predecessors great, and this game not so great. The temples and bosses in this game feel watered down and are nothing more than slight variations from each other making the boss fights in the Divine beast extremely repetitive and just well, boring after you fight the final two and realize it's the same fight over and over again. The temples in this game are the same as well which is just a slap in the face for being a Zelda game. "Oh, but the game is different than others so it has an excuse for having watered down puzzles." That's not how a game works my friend just because you have a big open world doesn't mean you can water down THE BEST PART OF ZELDA the dungeons. In Ocarina Of Time when you became an adult and Ganondorf took over Hyrule there were still unique puzzles and bosses and a lot more of them for that matter. It's clear that when making this game the main focus was the open world so let's talk about the open world. For the most part I think the open world is brilliant and awesome there is a diversity of races and culture which reminds me a lot of Majora's mask and the overall open world of this game gives you a whole hell of a lot of time to explore and overall I found exploring to be one of the best parts about of this game. The combat is awesome face paced a variety of enemies and weapons to fight with making every fight different and heart pounding but the ONE thing that **** everything up was the weapon durability system. Oh god, the weapon durability in this game it's dreadful and one of the worst things about this game. There is nothing more frustrating and unfair. Let's say you get a really cool weapon only to have it taken away after killing five enemies. It's like the game punishing you for having fun with the new toy that you just got for Christmas it's stupid. Should the player be constantly punished for using the weapons that they like to use in a video game? Sorry, I just don agree with that. One thingiI've heard a lot of people say is that the weapon durability is a way for you to use different weapons and learn how to use them all and to that I say if the game needs to force you to use different weapons on enemies you're just a closed-minded person who doesn't want to change their playstyle, but why should the game force you to do this at all its an open world game after all. Okay now to the juicy stuff the story but like a juicy steak that has been left out in the sun for 5 years you can say it's dry as **** The story is extremely forgettable, bland and overall seems like somewhat of an unfinished piece. In fact, this whole game feels like that it just seems unfinished and yet people are giving this game 10/10 nonstop which I just don't understand. My overall experience with this game was positive within my first 20 hours but after finishing the game and doing all there is to do the story aspect just seems unsatisfying. The ending isn't satisfying at all AND YES I DID GET THE (true ending) and that statement is no less true than saying skyward swords motion controls aren't annoying. Zelda seems like a cool character I want to interact with but you only see her in cutscenes making the game extremely unsatisfying and just *sigh* pointless. Still waiting on a good end to a Zelda game Nintendo Still waiting. Okay I know I've been extremely negative in this review so let's focus on some stuff that I like okay :). The cooking in this game is deep, cool, and overall a welcome replacement to just finding hearts on the ground or drinking a potion. The enemies all have different and unique attack patterns which were extremely enjoyable when fighting them. and Once again the exploration in this game is by far some of the best in any open world game. Hopefully, the DLC for this game can save it from its poor story and hav e a different dungeon that is actually cool and unique so yeah hopefully there will be that. Score 7.5/10… Expand
  48. Kool_Jimmy
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    Superb game overall. Any minor flaws are trampled by the engaging story and polished overall gameplay. I was initially turned off by the fact that the green tunic of prior Zelda games was not a staple this time around, but was immediately met with a huge amount of customization that made the game feel fresh. This game is like Krabby Patties: "if you don't like it, you've never tried it."
  49. dizastahxp
    Mar 23, 2017
    10
    This game is huge with a variety of things to do. Every aspect of this game is perfect. The only real problem is the switch console which has some flaws but its not the games fault. You can put around 500 hours and still not be done with the game. The game has different ways to take on opponents and has great challenging puzzles (like a lot of them!). The games music is phenomenal and cantThis game is huge with a variety of things to do. Every aspect of this game is perfect. The only real problem is the switch console which has some flaws but its not the games fault. You can put around 500 hours and still not be done with the game. The game has different ways to take on opponents and has great challenging puzzles (like a lot of them!). The games music is phenomenal and cant forget about how good the survival like mechanics in the game are great and creates something different that we've never seen in a Zelda game. This game to me is a perfect 10 out of 10 and a blast to play! #zeldainbed… Expand
  50. mroffbeat
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    As a 42 year old casual gamer this game captured my imagination. Also I realized how easily distracted I am during gaming sessions. This game is a Japanese masterpiece which lets you flow through a beautiful created world with tons of activity's and play around with the physics engine to approach a scenario in different way's.
    The changing landscapes let you explore without any    As a 42 year old casual gamer this game captured my imagination. Also I realized how easily distracted I am during gaming sessions. This game is a Japanese masterpiece which lets you flow through a beautiful created world with tons of activity's and play around with the physics engine to approach a scenario in different way's.
    The changing landscapes let you explore without any annoyances. Even when finishing the main storyline, this will not keep you from going back to those landscapes and just roam around.    … Expand
  51. wierdoguy753
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    If your comparing horizon with Breath of the wild
    YOU SHOULD REALLY BE SOMEWHERE ELSE
    They are nothing alike But your like "you shoot arrows at big robot things. your right. But it is directed to two different audiences So this game is the best game i have ever played no doubt i love it even more then OOT The soundtrack is so good it always gets you in the mood to play the game    If your comparing horizon with Breath of the wild
    YOU SHOULD REALLY BE SOMEWHERE ELSE
    They are nothing alike
    But your like "you shoot arrows at big robot things.
    your right. But it is directed to two different audiences

    So this game is the best game i have ever played no doubt i love it even more then OOT
    The soundtrack is so good it always gets you in the mood to play the game
    and the art style is BEAUTIFUL. And the physics engine is on point.
    10/10 NO QUESTION THIS IS GAME OF THE YEAR    … Expand
  52. panayjeanpaul
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    1. GUALITY!
    2. The legend of zelda saga pure essence
    3. Immersive story
    4. soundtracks beautiful
    5. gameplay and mechanics Impeccable!!!
    6. This is the new best game in the world of history

    THE VALUE IS REAL, IT IS WORTH TO LIVE THE EXPERIENCE
  53. ninjamasterdave
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    I am a lifelong gamer, started once I was 4 in 1984. So I have been around and have childhood memories of the Zelda franchise. I liked the original but wasn’t a super fan. More of a Mario kid. Haha I enjoyed Zelda 2 as a kid, and Zelda 3 was the one to really pull me in. Playing through A link to the past is one of my favorite gaming memories. Then the n64 versions and others all came out,I am a lifelong gamer, started once I was 4 in 1984. So I have been around and have childhood memories of the Zelda franchise. I liked the original but wasn’t a super fan. More of a Mario kid. Haha I enjoyed Zelda 2 as a kid, and Zelda 3 was the one to really pull me in. Playing through A link to the past is one of my favorite gaming memories. Then the n64 versions and others all came out, and I just did not resonate at all. However. I do love completely immersive video gaming. That is what I am ultimately going for with every purchase. Hoping a game could make me forget about time and space and just get sucked into an experience with a sense of awe and wonder. I loved the late MMO Asherons Call for that reason. But have found games of that magical magnitude are few and far between.

    I also own a ps4, xbox one, and switch. So I am not a ‘fan boy’. I have been a huge advocate of gaming since forever and enjoy many forms of creative expression, even if it doesn’t give me the same ‘immersed in a world of awe’ feeling.

    Enough of the credentials – let’s talk about Zelda.

    From the moment I turned on this game, the rest of the world disappeared. I was so fully immersed in this beautiful world that would let me do anything and go anywhere. The sounds, the art, the animation, it all just draws you in. The feeling you get from being able to go anywhere and do anything, running into mysterious characters helping you along your way gave me continuous chills. I was so afraid that I was wasting $400 on a switch and this game, but my fears were put to rest immediately after starting.

    Because this feeling that some video games, movies, and other forms of art are so elusive and difficult to explain, and may even be different for everyone, I can’t promise that it will also give you that feeling, but it gave it to me. And while I have enjoyed many, many, many games for so many different reasons (I have 180 PS4 games, including horizon), this game is so refreshing, and so life-giving, that I can only compare it to how I felt when I first started playing Asherons Call. If you were lucky enough to be a part of that game you will know what I mean.

    Zelda is an awe-inspiring experience, and while people will knit pick over things like how the control feels, etc, it's all perfect to me. Pure Nintendo magic.

    That’s all I’m gonna say. Because, the less you know, the better. Just go in there and make this experience your own, and stop watching youtube videos showing gameplay. ;)    … Expand
  54. jknight777
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    This is quite possibly the best game Ive played in the last few years. Every time I pick up the controller its a new adventure waiting to happen. I can not tell you how enjoyable this game is to play.
  55. Niqualio
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    I was expecting a great Zelda game, what I got was one of my favourite games of all time. The world is huge and filled with adventures. There are so many things to explore. It is amazing. To me this game is damn near perfect. The only thing that I am not happy with is the lack of dungeon varieties. The dungeons were so good in the past games but this game has the worst dungeons. The wholeI was expecting a great Zelda game, what I got was one of my favourite games of all time. The world is huge and filled with adventures. There are so many things to explore. It is amazing. To me this game is damn near perfect. The only thing that I am not happy with is the lack of dungeon varieties. The dungeons were so good in the past games but this game has the worst dungeons. The whole Zelda formula has now changed for the better. Next time, I'd like Dungeons and I will give this game 11/10 but now I'll give it the perfect 10.… Expand
  56. EvilLinkD
    Jun 12, 2017
    10
    I've played a lot of open world games and RPG: Skyrim, The Witcher 3, Fallout, Assassin's Creed, DarkSouls, Final Fantasy, etc. I have been always a fan of this type of genre and I have enjoyed a lot of these games.

    Also, I am experienced in all the Zelda Universe, though I have played the 3D titles only (OoT, MM, WW, TP, etc) and have never touched the 2D ones (ALTTP, The Legend of    I've played a lot of open world games and RPG: Skyrim, The Witcher 3, Fallout, Assassin's Creed, DarkSouls, Final Fantasy, etc. I have been always a fan of this type of genre and I have enjoyed a lot of these games.

    Also, I am experienced in all the Zelda Universe, though I have played the 3D titles only (OoT, MM, WW, TP, etc) and have never touched the 2D ones (ALTTP, The Legend of Zelda, etc). So, I wanted to play this game without any external influence of the critics nor wanted to spoil the story and gameplay. After 100 hours of gameplay, finishing the story and travel through all the world map, I can state that this can be defined as a MASTERPIECE. Nintendo created a game that reflects a true living world. I got lost within its magic, its compelling characters, the art style (oh! those unforgettable twilights), the dynamic combat, the treasures and yes, the best of all, the freedom that the physics engine provides you. The possibilities are endless.

    Although, I want to clarify that the music is exquisite and synchronizes perfectly with the world, but it is not as great as the music from other Zelda titles. Also, the story could have been polished and could have been defined with a more complex and intriguing plot. Overall, I can state that it is one of the greatest games created of the decade, and I would declare (from my personal opinion) that it is in the same level as OoT, if not higher.    … Expand
  57. coltdogster
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    The most fun I ever had in a video game was when I stepped outside in this game and saw that world in front of me. I've played every Zelda and I'm a superfan. This game.. absolutely deserves a play.
  58. edstead
    May 6, 2017
    9
    This is without a doubt one of the best open world games I have ever played. So many open world games claim to be just that, open world, but still like to hold your hand and guide you around. Zelda 100% does not do that. The world is yours to explore, to take on in any order you please and it feels truly great to be able to do that.

    The combat is fun and challenging, the puzzles are    This is without a doubt one of the best open world games I have ever played. So many open world games claim to be just that, open world, but still like to hold your hand and guide you around. Zelda 100% does not do that. The world is yours to explore, to take on in any order you please and it feels truly great to be able to do that.

    The combat is fun and challenging, the puzzles are everywhere, some are quite simple, others will have you thinking for a while. And as you would expect there's plenty of cool things hidden around the world for you to discover. I love that quests don't just rely on putting a marker on your map, they give you directions and it's up to you to figure it out.

    If you own a switch, you simply have to have this game.

    I can't quite give it a 10/10. More like a 9.5 as it's missing a few small features that I think would really round it off into the perfect game. For example it would be great if there was a GTA/WoW style stats tracker, that could tell you how many of certain enemies you've killed, how long you've spent playing, etc. etc.

    I also think a Monster Hunter style recipe book (i.e. it only tells you a recipe once you've already made it once) would also work really well in this game.

    But this game is already worth its value, and that is set to be extended with some DLC in Summer and Winter. Simply a must buy!    … Expand
  59. mijan
    Jan 8, 2020
    8
    Good game but I simply don't see what is so special about this game, it looks okayish, you can see it's Wii U port, framerate is very inconsistent and open worlds games of this scale are maybe novelty just for Nintendo users.
  60. MikeZillaGames
    Apr 16, 2017
    9
    You've probably seen a lot of reviews focusing on the positives of this game. Yes, it's a great game. Yes, I've played just about every single game in the series, and this one surprised me with it's quality and how fresh it felt. So, I figured I'd pick on the game's weaker points.

    My only issues with the game are: -Difficulty: Can vary wildly and spike dramatically in certain places.    You've probably seen a lot of reviews focusing on the positives of this game. Yes, it's a great game. Yes, I've played just about every single game in the series, and this one surprised me with it's quality and how fresh it felt. So, I figured I'd pick on the game's weaker points.

    My only issues with the game are:
    -Difficulty: Can vary wildly and spike dramatically in certain places. You might be breezing through the game only to arrive at the "stealth" section of the game only to find yourself have problems. Thankfully there's only one of those.
    -Bosses: always a staple of the series, but here your most challenging opponents are more likely to be certain regular enemies in the world...some of which, I swear, hit WAY harder than Calamity Ganon himself.
    -Inventory: There's just a lot of stuff to micro-manage here, from clothing to ingredients and so on. Luckily the crafting system is rewarding to fool around with.
    -Combat is excellent, but I feel that breakage of weapons, especially early in the game, is a hassle to deal with.

    Can't think of much else. This is a must own title for anyone with the console to support it.    … Expand
  61. toaplan
    Apr 30, 2018
    9
    Amazing reinvention of the Zelda series and the whole open-world genre. Looks absolutely beautiful on the Switch and the sparse soundtrack is delightful also. I loved the new dungeons i.e. divine beasts, the game's innovative and realistic physics and the cooking system. I liked the shrines too, although more emphasis on quality instead of quantity would've been better, as many of theAmazing reinvention of the Zelda series and the whole open-world genre. Looks absolutely beautiful on the Switch and the sparse soundtrack is delightful also. I loved the new dungeons i.e. divine beasts, the game's innovative and realistic physics and the cooking system. I liked the shrines too, although more emphasis on quality instead of quantity would've been better, as many of the shrines were quite samey. The main quest was a bit on the short side and over relatively quickly. However, side quests, hunting for armor sets and wanting to explore every part of the enchanting game world extended my playtime considerably.… Expand
  62. Seann
    May 5, 2018
    8
    A great game for the Switch and a wonderful addition to the Zelda series- but the end game leaves it feeling empty and bland- even with the DLC.
  63. Erime
    Jan 9, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An absolute beauty. This is an open world game that you can play for hours and hours without getting tired. Everything in the game is found for accident, as you really feel the sense of exploring and curiosity that the original Zelda intended, finding and collecting every material in your path. The graphics are amazing, the open world is beautiful, and the game-play and mechanics are better than anything seen before. The voice acting is not perfect but good for being the first time in the franchise.

    In my opinion, Game of the Year for sure and should definitely pick it up if you’re a Switch owner.    … Expand
  64. badgerryan19
    Jul 16, 2017
    10
    This is an amazing game. There is so much to do it's almost overwhelming at points. This is my first Zelda game. Yes get the gasps out now, but I see why this game series is one of the most beloved game series of all time. The story is so awesome and Link is such a badass. The side stories are all rich with story and a blast to do. There is not one dull moment in this game and there isThis is an amazing game. There is so much to do it's almost overwhelming at points. This is my first Zelda game. Yes get the gasps out now, but I see why this game series is one of the most beloved game series of all time. The story is so awesome and Link is such a badass. The side stories are all rich with story and a blast to do. There is not one dull moment in this game and there is always something to do. I literally bought the Nintendo Switch to play this game. Had to pay a little extra plus the game. So roughly $450 for Zelda. And oh man was it worth it. This is one of the most memorable games I have played in a while. Wow! there is already so many great GOTY contenders and this becomes one of them on that list. As long as Nintendo keeps making games like this they will always stay relevant.… Expand
  65. SuperDuck23
    Feb 11, 2020
    9
    Breath of the Wild is a satisfying slow-burn of an open world adventure. The world is very fun and rewarding to explore and the non-linear story adds intrigue to the proceedings. The game is huge, sometimes to its detriment, but when everything gels it is an incredible experience and a true modern classic.
  66. Ensigned
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Best Zelda game ever made. Best adventure game ever made. I am a 38 year old corporate executive and attorney and, to be honest, this is the game that has gotten me back into gaming. I honestly can't believe the level of detail in the gameplay. I have never played a game with this much attention to gameplay detail in my life. Super fun and super challenging. There is so much to explore.
  67. federicodiazb
    Nov 26, 2017
    10
    It has been almost 18 years since Ocarina of Time captivated me like nothing else. Of course I enjoyed almost perfect games like FF7, God of War, Windwaker, Beautiful Joe, Asura´s Wrath and many other legendary games, but this time Nintendo outdid themselves.
    This game got me captive since the moment I turned on the console and after many hours I am still as overwhelmed with awesome    It has been almost 18 years since Ocarina of Time captivated me like nothing else. Of course I enjoyed almost perfect games like FF7, God of War, Windwaker, Beautiful Joe, Asura´s Wrath and many other legendary games, but this time Nintendo outdid themselves.
    This game got me captive since the moment I turned on the console and after many hours I am still as overwhelmed with awesome graphics, sound, music and story as I was 18 years ago.
    Buying this game has made it worth to be a gamer.    … Expand
  68. MichaelDeSanta
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    Words aren't needed, just play the game and you'll realize that this is an absolute masterpiece, pure magic.

    The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is, by far, the best game I've ever played.
  69. danielmmy
    May 6, 2017
    10
    Having put over 100 hours into the game I can definitely say this is the best Zelda game I have played (skipped Skyward). The level of detail and polish of this game is simply unfathomable. Even now, tens of hours after beating the game, I am still discovering new mind-blowing things to do and explore in the game. Masterpiece.
  70. Man-Rata
    Jul 18, 2019
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is mediocre, which is really sad because it got very good potential. I love Zelda games, but this, this isn’t really that good.

    Good:
    - Large open world
    - You can climb, and climb more or less anything, and easily get around. Except in dungeons/shrines, because that would be to easy.
    - I like the graphics, nothing spectacular, but it’s good.
    - Really nice weather system
    - Most information is easily available on the main HUD

    Meh:
    - The story is bland, but this is a Zelda game, so Link have to save the princess. Beyond that there really isn’t anything, or rather what there is, is a clear set of obstacles to prolong the game.

    Bad:
    - Some of the weather, like rain and thunderstorms becomes extremely frustrating. Rain stops you from climbing, and lightning can outright kill you, and sometimes you are stuck waiting out the weather. Not a good mechanic.
    - Everything is sooo slow, picking up a rock, climbing, even swinging weapons feels slow, especially when you have to cut grass to get crickets or the like.
    - Cooking, seriously Nintendo, WTF. So first I have to gather ingredients, then I have to find a cooking spot, get fire there. Then go to my inventory, select up to 5 things, cook them. Again with a slow animation. Meaning optimally it takes 15-20 seconds per item you cook, and you have to go to inventory every time. And it doesn’t save the recipes, you can see them on the item you cooked, but once that is consumed It’s gone. Seriously this literally made me not play the game for over a month, not fun in any shape or form.
    - Weapons break, fast, sometimes after 5-6 hits on enemies. Even legendary, ancient weapons just fall apart after hitting even low level enemies. Bows and shields too, and you can’t just buy new, you have to find it. This is not fun, and it just drains you, often ran from enemies, because they would cost me weapons to kill. Seriously not funny. If they broke after 20-30 hits, then maybe, but breaking 7-8 weapons during a long fight gets tedious.
    - Inventory space is limited, it can be expanded by finding seeds, there is 900 of them, but you max. inventory after 441. But still, for most of the game you are maybe able to carry 10 weapons, and you need to carry a couple of specific weapons.
    - The menus, and handling of menus is mind boggling, whoever came up with this, is probably praising Morrowinds inventory system, and menus.
    - Everything is the same, yeah the landscape. Changes a little, but there are 5-6 different monsters effctively. There are a lot of shrines (mini dungeons) and they are basically identical. Same walls, same everything except the physics puzzles, or combat.
    - Very little direction in the beginning. I found the game quite frustrating the first hours after getting to the two first villages. Tried wandering in random directions, and were killed hard by everything, until ai finally walked in the right direction.

    This was a lot of complaining, but I do like to play it, but it’s not perfect, it has many many flaws.    … Expand
  71. mefzeldernx
    Feb 10, 2018
    10
    Reinventar la saga es decir poco, "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" es sin lugar a dudas el juego más revolucionario de los últimos años. El género de los mundos abiertos ha recibido un ejemplo de como hacer una aventura libre y única para cada jugador.
    Las físicas son las principales protagonistas del 10, los efectos de sonido, la gravedad sobre los objetos, la inteligencia    Reinventar la saga es decir poco, "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" es sin lugar a dudas el juego más revolucionario de los últimos años. El género de los mundos abiertos ha recibido un ejemplo de como hacer una aventura libre y única para cada jugador.
    Las físicas son las principales protagonistas del 10, los efectos de sonido, la gravedad sobre los objetos, la inteligencia artificial, el clima son elementos que dejan anonadado una vez que comienzas a experimentar con los objetos. Este es uno de los pocos juegos donde la historia es una de las cosas más secundarias dentro del contenido, es seguro que al aventurarte contra Ganon la curiosidad te lleve a los lugares menos pensados del mapa.
    Sin lugar a dudas un juego esencial si te haces con la nueva Nintedo Switch o tienes la Wii U.
    La versión de Switch es impecable, la jugabilidad es igual en modo portátil como en el dock, aún mejor si tienes el juego actualizado ya que refina el framerate de ciertas áreas que antes presentaban problema.    … Expand
  72. Wake_loms
    Apr 27, 2017
    10
    Exactamente lo mismo que en WiiU pero ademas portatil, sin embargo el juego en esta plataforma puede ser disfrutado por quien sea, la interfaz basica da mucha ayuda pero se disfruta mas en el modo avanzado que no ves casi ninguna ayuda
  73. Locke_Cole
    Jan 16, 2018
    10
    Breath of the Wild dista mucho de ser un juego perfecto, o aún más de ser un juego excelente en todos sus apartados. Su historia es interesante, pero está mal desarrollada, la jugabilidad en los combates es tosca y está poco enfocada. Técnicamente está lejos de la actual generación. Hay muchos santuarios poco inspirados.

    Aún así es una obra maestra y merece todos los 10 que se le dan.    Breath of the Wild dista mucho de ser un juego perfecto, o aún más de ser un juego excelente en todos sus apartados. Su historia es interesante, pero está mal desarrollada, la jugabilidad en los combates es tosca y está poco enfocada. Técnicamente está lejos de la actual generación. Hay muchos santuarios poco inspirados.

    Aún así es una obra maestra y merece todos los 10 que se le dan.

    Varias veces he dicho que un juego no debe ser perfecto para merecer la máxima nota, debe ser una obra maestra, un fuera de serie para merecerla. Y vaya que BOTW es un fuera de serie, antes dije muchos de sus defectos, pero todos quedan totalmente opacados por todas las virtudes de este juego, que son muchas y a la vez pueden ser resumidas en una sola frase: la sensacion de aventura.

    Hay muchos sistemas en este juego, podría diferenciarlos en tres: sistema de equipamiento, de fisicas del mundo, y de cocina. Los tres están tan increiblemente logrados que abruman. No caeré en detalles, que para eso están los gameplays y análisis mas prolongados. Pero solo estos tres sistemas representan un paso hacia adelante tan grande para la industria de los videojuegos que deja cáducos a todos los anteriores. El de Breath of the Wild es un mundo tan amplio y detallado que asusta al pensar en sus dimensiones, no por amplio, no por lleno de cosas que hacer, no por iconos en el mapa; lo es por lo inmersivo, lo inspirado y la curiosidad que despierta para seguir explorándolo.

    Y esa esa la mayor virtud de este juego, la exploración, la investigación, la experimentación que despierta al ser jugado, el mirar al horizonte y pensar en qué hay allá. El ver un santuario desde la parte mas alta de una montaña congelada. Está muy lleno de pequeños momentos que te hacen tener una experiencia como nunca antes tuve en un videojuego.

    Creo que BOTW es una obra maestra que todo el mundo debe jugar, y uno de los grandes de la historia de los videojuegos. En el aspecto por el que este juego apuesta es, probablemente, el mejor de la historia. Y lo digo de manera muy sincera, pues aunque opino todo esto, no lo hago desde el ser fanboy, Mario y Final Fantasy son las unicas sagas de las que me considero fan. Lo digo porque , desde mi opinion, acá ha habido un paso de gigantes.    … Expand
  74. Fezehim
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    Very enjoyable game, massive world with lots to do in it. it's very different to other LoZ games in many ways, some of these better than others, and the frustratingly low durability on almost every weapon alone makes it impossible for me to give it a perfect score (It's a far bigger deal than you'd think), but acquiring all sheikah slate powers at the start of the game, rather than gettingVery enjoyable game, massive world with lots to do in it. it's very different to other LoZ games in many ways, some of these better than others, and the frustratingly low durability on almost every weapon alone makes it impossible for me to give it a perfect score (It's a far bigger deal than you'd think), but acquiring all sheikah slate powers at the start of the game, rather than getting an item in each dungeon means that you can explore anywhere as soon as you've finished the tutorial, that being said the tutorial runs on for far longer than it should do, which can be frustrating when you want to explore the vast world, but once you are free, you are free to explore the entire world.… Expand
  75. preparetosigh
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    I have just completed the first phase of the game (Great Plateau) so I cannot give a truly comprehensive review. However, as someone who has been gaming for 35+ years, I can talk about the atmosphere and basic mechanics extensively.

    The mechanics of the game all feel very intuitive. It takes only minor experimentation to figure out things like combat, exploration, and cooking. The    I have just completed the first phase of the game (Great Plateau) so I cannot give a truly comprehensive review. However, as someone who has been gaming for 35+ years, I can talk about the atmosphere and basic mechanics extensively.

    The mechanics of the game all feel very intuitive. It takes only minor experimentation to figure out things like combat, exploration, and cooking. The open world feel of the game is pretty spot on, with emphasis on exploration and utilizing the highly interactive environment in a very natural way. Trees can be cut down to create bridges, chopped into firewood, or floated in water, boulders can be rolled down hills, boxes can be stacked or broken to pieces, grass can be set on fire, etc.

    All of the old combat tricks are still in play, such as locking on, dodging, blocking with a shield, etc., with a couple of new mechanics thrown in. Link can now parry attacks and there appears to be enemy poise/stamina values a la Dark Souls. For example a shield wielding enemy can have their guard broken after successive attacks. The variety of weapons that Link can use, each class having its own move set, and the necessity of collecting drops from enemies to keep your arsenal full creates a new level of depth to the combat systems. It is refreshing to see the Zelda franchise adopting concepts from other modern 3rd person games that lend a more realistic feel to the world. The fact that you can approach any obstacle from a variety of strategic angles puts this iteration a step above past titles in the series where it often felt as though there was a single answer to any scenario and the developers were funneling you into a set course of action. in Breath of the Wild you take on each challenge in whatever way you see fit, applying your own play style and creativity to surmount them. That is not to say that there isn't a 'best' option, sometimes relying on a trick of the environment, but you can also just rush in with sword swinging and knock some heads around if it suits your mood. Ultimately logical and creative thinking, coupled with keen observation of your environment are your best weapons.

    To address those reviewers that say the environment is empty and devoid of interesting encounters - well that is simply inaccurate. I get the feeling that those players are looking for a more linear progression with set obstacles thrown in their faces with punishing results for failure. That is all well and good, but that is just not the style of game we are given with BotW. Their dissatisfaction is likely tied to their expectation and approach to games in general rather than any failure on the part of the game itself. Breath of the Wild is a game that you should take your time with. Soak in the atmosphere and stop to smell the roses as you journey through this beautiful world. It takes a little more effort on the part of the player to appreciate everything this game has to offer, more like a Minecraft experience than a Call of Duty festival of fire and blood. When I began playing I quite intentionally avoided the first 'plot destination' and spent a couple of hours touring the landscape and finding as many little secret spots as possible. Go hunting, harvest some plant life, light some cooking fires, climb some mountains, swim through some ponds, and knock some heads around while you are at it. I think if you slow your approach down and don't demand that the game present you with the obvious encounters and plot points immediately you will enjoy your journey all the more.

    Now the few thing I am slightly disappointed with...

    The Shrines that serve as 'dungeons' so far are slightly too small/short. One of the absolute strengths of Zelda games have always been the dungeons. The complexity of the puzzles and the way that you have to build upon past solutions to progress through them has always been the most satisfying aspect of the games for me. Perhaps they will become deeper and more interesting as the game continues, but for now they are clever, yet underwhelming.

    The rewards for overcoming the scattered challenges in the world (like camps of Bokoblin) are also a bit underwhelming. Hidden spots that require some clever thinking or extensive exploration to discover often contain a chest with just a few arrows or a mundane weapon of some sort so when I finally get to pop it open I am left with a bit of a 'meh' feeling afterward. Again, I have only really explored the opening area of the game, so perhaps the rewards will become tastier with some more progression.

    I'd like to see some method of repairing equipment that you have found in your exploration. I find that I don't want to use certain weapons at all because I just don't want to lose them for fear of them breaking. Perhaps this will change further in the game.

    In conclusion, with minor complaints BotW is poised to become the top Zelda game and one of the best console experiences ever presented.    … Expand
  76. Yes_it_is
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Don't listen to all the salty zeros from people who haven't even played this game. This is hands down the best open world game I have ever played and I have no doubt it will be the new standard in open world games. You can go anywhere you see and do anything you want.

    First time I have been exited to play a game since I was a kid.
  77. reviewbuddy
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    I'm not about to say that this game is perfect, but it does not deserve the low scores it's being given by a) idiots that don't want the game's score to be higher than their favorite game, b) butthurt fanboys that are upset that they're not playing the exact same game as the last few Zelda games, or c) people that don't understand the game's mechanics and are trashing it for having them.I'm not about to say that this game is perfect, but it does not deserve the low scores it's being given by a) idiots that don't want the game's score to be higher than their favorite game, b) butthurt fanboys that are upset that they're not playing the exact same game as the last few Zelda games, or c) people that don't understand the game's mechanics and are trashing it for having them. Yes, it does have drops in the framerate, and yes, that occasionally irks you, but it isn't that infrequent and it isn't game-breaking. Overall, the game provides an interesting story, a world full of possibilities, a wonderful soundtrack, great graphics, memorable characters, a huge arsenal of abilities, weapons, and clothing, and overall one of my favorite gaming experiences of all time. This game deserves no less than a 9, and it's a shame that people are panning it because it's not like the other ones or because they've only been patient enough to play for a couple hours before making their way to the computers and spamming zeroes.… Expand
  78. Chlawl
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    This game is truly amazing. I let myself get a little bummed out by the negative reviews, and then I actually played the game. Don't let yourself get sucked in to their hate. If you want a game that gives you one story quest and 5 side quests to complete before you get the next story quest and 5 side quests, this is not the game for you. If you want a game that you can explore and getThis game is truly amazing. I let myself get a little bummed out by the negative reviews, and then I actually played the game. Don't let yourself get sucked in to their hate. If you want a game that gives you one story quest and 5 side quests to complete before you get the next story quest and 5 side quests, this is not the game for you. If you want a game that you can explore and get sucked in to, this is the game for you.

    In the beginning of the game I felt lost, and I felt like I wasn't clearing the content fast enough to make me feel accomplished. Then I realized how silly that feeling was, and that I had been conditioned to feel that way by every other open world game in the past. This is likely the feeling that all of the negative reviewers are feeling as well, and they just haven't evolved past it. Breath of the wild evolves the genre, and in my opinion is a step in the right direction.    … Expand
  79. giovannilarcett
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 100 years after losing in battle against Calamity Ganon, Link awakens in an unknown room. He has no idea how he got there or who he truly is. Breath of the Wild is the story of this young man recollecting fragments of his memory in order to remember his past, as well as reversing the chain of events that led to the demise of Hyrule. This involves traveling throughout the land, and restoring control over the Divine Beasts, mechanical machines made to combat the evil Ganon. That's the most I can give away before diving into spoilers. The game really sets itself apart from previous Zelda titles in the way it tells the story. You discover the story as you play. While most RPGs are quite a scripted experience, this one stands against the trends, and delivers excellence.… Expand
  80. AppleSnatcher
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best in MY opinion in a long time, this game takes me back to 1998 when I played Ocarina of time for the first time and realized that I really love the Zelda-serie. Breath of the wild is a beautiful game that run smooth and have lot to promise in form of gaming experience. just the starting area is quite big and you can almost go and visit almost everything you can seeThis is one of the best in MY opinion in a long time, this game takes me back to 1998 when I played Ocarina of time for the first time and realized that I really love the Zelda-serie. Breath of the wild is a beautiful game that run smooth and have lot to promise in form of gaming experience. just the starting area is quite big and you can almost go and visit almost everything you can see on the screen. this game is in short a masterpiece that almost every Zelda-fan should play.… Expand
  81. zedd009
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The history of the Royal Family is the history of the Calamity Ganon. Funny, I never knew about this Calamity Ganon before this game but boy..is he terrifying. The game is beautiful, emotion, and most of all...extremely difficult. The difficulty seems to get less and less as you pick up learned abilities, better weapons, armor, etc. But it is without question the most difficult 3D Zelda. Though not as bad as Adventure of Link. I really enjoyed this game and hope you guys give it a chance. Especially the neckbeard Sony fans giving this game a 0.… Expand
  82. gnorfnorf
    Mar 17, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is good. Great. If you have the Wii U (because if you already have a Switch you most certainly have this game) get it. My belief is that someone's opinion is theirs, and it's not anyone else's business to go up in their face and say that their review is based on bias and/or stupid. It's easy to think that this game cheated its reviews by bias, and is actually t r a s h. In this review I will mainly just be talking about the things that lower this game to a 9 for me (I would make it maybe like a 9.2-9.3 but Metacritic hates us). #1 - Weapon deterioration. Now, this would be better if it was like FE, where it shows you how many uses you have left, or if the weapons were better than the plastic Master Sword I got at a costume shop (it's awesome btw). #2 - The final boss. Most of the game has been hard, but the final boss (and the other bosses besides Thunderblight) is easy. As someone who learned how to perfect guard this boss fight was super simple. Maybe if they left out the part where the Divine Beasts lowered his health to half, it wouldn't've been so bad. #3 - So, this isn't as much as a gripe, but just something I really didn't like and thought was a heavily missed opportunity. In the Switch presentation trailer, it had this AWESOME music backing the trailer up and got me super hyped for the game. But sadly, I haven't found it anywhere in the OST. Maybe it's being saved for the DLC in the holiday, but I WISH it was in the OST now. It's so gooood. #4 - y cant u pet doggo he is so cute #5 - Framerates are just annoying. People said it occured only around the beginning area and places like that, but it happened much more than that. Handheld mode doesn't have as much problems, but in places like Korok Forest or Kakariko Village where a lot of NPCs are around, the game chugs hard. And yes, I know the team was alerted of this game being ported to the Switch a year in advance, but maybe a bit longer in development or a patch could make this game a whole much better. And part of it isn't really Zelda team's fault. The Switch is barely able to run a Wii U game because of its hardware, and that's not really the Zelda team's wrong-doing. #6 - Finally, the lack of tunes that we can really recognize and remember was annoying. Besides the main theme, there's not really any other song I can remember off the top of my head, and yes, I know the lack of a lot of music was because of the atmosphere they were going for. Anyways, there aren't a lot of songs like Midna's Lament or Hyrule Field that you can easily remember. If they added the song I talked about in #3 this wouldn't be much of a problem for me. So these are the reasons I didn't give this game a 10. I still think that if you have a Switch or a Wii U (or a good PC, since I heard a Cemu version is being developed), this game is a must-have. Yet, there are some problems that make the experience a bit less fun that of what I had expected. I like this game a lot, and I hope you don't think that a bit of annoyances make me hate this game.… Expand
  83. gonx0
    Apr 25, 2017
    10
    Un juego increíble, que nunca deja de sorprenderte. Puedes tirarte días enteros realizando acciones que nada tienen que ver con la historia principal, pero que aportan muchísimo a la evolución de tu personaje. Sin duda el mejor Zelda, aunque otro tipo de mazmorras más elaboradas hubiese estado genial (DLC?).
    Demasiadas semillas Kolog.
  84. Cordand
    Apr 25, 2017
    10
    - TLDR : Absolutely original, well made, filled with gorgeous details and unique epic moments and gameplay. No other game compares to this absolute master piece.

    I've played *Skyrim TES V* over 1650+ hours... And I've been playing this Zelda a few days, and HOLY SH***!!! ... This game is a master piece, they put so MUCH attention even to the smallest details making this game feel    - TLDR : Absolutely original, well made, filled with gorgeous details and unique epic moments and gameplay. No other game compares to this absolute master piece.

    I've played *Skyrim TES V* over 1650+ hours... And I've been playing this Zelda a few days, and HOLY SH***!!! ...
    This game is a master piece, they put so MUCH attention even to the smallest details making this game feel beautifully perfect.
    I was about to write hell of a long review but I noticed It'd be full of spoilers, so just go and experience all of the greatness by yourself.

    - Don't even bother reading bad reviews, they're just a bunch of people who lack of an adventurer spirit and are owned by their tunnel vision, they haven't even played "similar" games, and haven't even played BOTW (They weren't even able to leave the Great Plateu if they did) what a shame.    … Expand
  85. Ziggy93
    Apr 25, 2017
    10
    One of the closest to perfection game starts that I have ever played.

    The world is immersive and highly interactive. I found there is so much potential creative ways to play this game. Your tools, unlike previous Zelda games, have been designed to interact with the world in numberless ways. I find myself creating new ways to defeat a horde of enemies much later into the game. The    One of the closest to perfection game starts that I have ever played.

    The world is immersive and highly interactive. I found there is so much potential creative ways to play this game. Your tools, unlike previous Zelda games, have been designed to interact with the world in numberless ways. I find myself creating new ways to defeat a horde of enemies much later into the game.

    The story is really impressive. I feel as though they have designed the world to be quite spacious and have an empty and wild feel to it, in a way that you want to explore and discover the story yourself. I rarely find myself wanting to speak to people in game, but this game make sure you feel like very dialogue is a nugget of gold. This could be seen as a negative, but I think it makes it all the more exciting.

    The graphics are great, for me at least they are absolutely fine. However for those that prefer more extreme realistic and hyper intense graphics, you might be disappointed. But they have made huge improvements from previous games.

    The music is also impressive, and I find myself occasionally returning to areas to listen again.

    This game is truly fantastic.    … Expand
  86. Drigaz
    Apr 30, 2017
    10
    This game is one of the best Master piece of Nintendo. I played a lot of Zeldas, but this one, is the most beautiful, awesome and brilliant game from Nintendo's hand.
  87. Firefly7
    May 6, 2017
    10
    this game is amazing. the ammount of freaking crap to do is nearly endless, i love the artstyle, the combat is both fun to puzzle through or brute force, and the game makes you feel great and makes your time worthwhile whatever path you take. wanna roll a snowball into a lizalfos camp? sure. wanna grab a metal car and a metal box and magnesis yourself into the sky? sure. wanna figure outthis game is amazing. the ammount of freaking crap to do is nearly endless, i love the artstyle, the combat is both fun to puzzle through or brute force, and the game makes you feel great and makes your time worthwhile whatever path you take. wanna roll a snowball into a lizalfos camp? sure. wanna grab a metal car and a metal box and magnesis yourself into the sky? sure. wanna figure out why this circle of rocks is missing a rock? sure. wanna dance in the middle of a group of confused bokoblins? Why the heck not?… Expand
  88. SomeGuy65869
    May 5, 2017
    10
    if you have a switch, BUY IT.
    If you have a Wii U, BUY IT.
    If you don't have either, find someone with it and live in their home or buy it. I have never played a game like this, every minute of this game is pure bliss. The creators deserve more than the price of the game, I enjoyed this more than every other game I have ever played. I wasn't a very big Zelda fan before this and had    if you have a switch, BUY IT.
    If you have a Wii U, BUY IT.
    If you don't have either, find someone with it and live in their home or buy it.

    I have never played a game like this, every minute of this game is pure bliss. The creators deserve more than the price of the game, I enjoyed this more than every other game I have ever played. I wasn't a very big Zelda fan before this and had never completed a Zelda game, but I completed this one. If someone you know owns it as well, there are so many cool hidden things you can both talk about it's amazing.    … Expand
  89. Omiced
    May 11, 2017
    9
    I have spent over 50 hours in the game, and overall, it was well spent. There is a huge sense of wonderment as you explore the massive world that's rarely achieved by games. Every new area explored feels like a new and unique experience. The game keeps you entertained the whole way through, which is all due to the dense amount of content.
  90. WantedWolf
    May 30, 2017
    10
    The best game I've ever played in my life
    I have gone back to the great plateau so many times. I'm trying to get my dad to play it, cos I think he will love it. Best game ever, but Mario Odyssey might tie with that
  91. FF_CRAFTER
    Jun 1, 2017
    10
    The most freeform Zelda yet, without sacrificing the charm, fun or quality you expect from the series. Nintendo’s finest work since Super Mario Galaxy. One of the best gaming experiences of my life. It's hard to describe in words and I can see why some people would feel very salty about not being able to play this game. Masterpiece.................
  92. Jakurz
    Nov 19, 2017
    9
    This game i amazing.Truly beautiful and easily the best game on the switch so far and i hope it will have a sequel.It rightfully deserves all of the amazing reviews its been getting.
  93. MatthewRock
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    A great open world RPG, but if you're looking for the story, you will be disappointed. The game packs a punch with great mechanics, nice graphics and a huge open world that is crafted in a way that just makes you want to explore more and more. You will often catch yourself just running around exploring the world, looking around for more korok seeds or shrines, or just spending five minutesA great open world RPG, but if you're looking for the story, you will be disappointed. The game packs a punch with great mechanics, nice graphics and a huge open world that is crafted in a way that just makes you want to explore more and more. You will often catch yourself just running around exploring the world, looking around for more korok seeds or shrines, or just spending five minutes climbing that big mountain just to slide down on a shield.

    This isn't Witcher. It won't make you take tough moral decisions. It won't amaze you with great story. The game is more of a sandbox, which is whatever you make out of it. You can finish the game just after the tutorial. You can try to beat the shrines in the ways creators never imagined. You can defeat enemies in different creative ways. You can collect crickets. You can explore the world. You can fly. You can ride a bear. If you love exploring and if you are creative, this game is made for you.    … Expand
  94. Cesarhawk
    Jul 23, 2017
    10
    Por que será que cuando intento valor este juego con un 10 la página de Metacritic da algún fallo o error... Será casualidad?... O será el poder de los piperos que ejerce gran influencia...

    Así como The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time se consideró y aún a día de hoy se considera una obra maestra alabada por todos los profesionales del sector al igual que por toda la comunidad de    Por que será que cuando intento valor este juego con un 10 la página de Metacritic da algún fallo o error... Será casualidad?... O será el poder de los piperos que ejerce gran influencia...

    Así como The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time se consideró y aún a día de hoy se considera una obra maestra alabada por todos los profesionales del sector al igual que por toda la comunidad de jugadores, ya que fue un portento en todos los aspectos tanto técnicos como artísticos, sentando las bases de como se debe hacer un videojuego realmente bueno y apasionante que transmita sentimientos a los usuarios además de hacerles gozar de una experiencia interactiva completa, enriquecedora, única e innovadora, The Legend of Zelda Breath of The Wild vuelve a dar una vuelta de tuerca a está saga legendaria y vuelve a sentar las bases de como hacer un videojuego de 10.
    Al igual que Ocarina of Time creó maneras de jugar de las cuales los juegos de hoy aún siguen imitando, este The Legend of Zelda Breath of The Wild nos enseña como debe ser y como debe hacerse un juego en mundo abierto con el que por supuesto ahora las compañías utilizarán de inspiración y como referente a seguir.

    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild es una obra maestra única e inolvidable que perdurará en tu corazón para siempre. Un juego que te inundará de sentimientos maravilloso con su belleza, te abrumará con la infinidad de contenido y pequeños detalles hasta tal punto que siempre te parecerá que necesitas más tiempo para seguir jugando. Allí donde vallas encontrarás algo o habrá algo que hacer. Nada es al azar, todo tiene un porqué y tendrás libertad absoluta para ir donde quieras y hacer prácticamente cualquier cosa que se te ocurra.

    Cuidado y mimado hasta el último detalle, con cientos y cientos de horas de juego, The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild con permiso de Ocarina of Time, pasa a ser el mejor juego jamás creado hasta el momento y seguro que seguirá siendo así por muchos años.

    Obra Maestra Épica.    … Expand
  95. jhonba
    Oct 14, 2017
    7
    zelda no están bueno como dice lo siento juego para es de un 7 por que el boss final muy fácil los santuario la gran mayoría siga derecho y la recompensa solo un traje y por las semillas de kolog una basura pero un juego muy bueno no de 10 pero tampoco de 2
  96. wolfie79
    Mar 28, 2018
    10
    This is one of the most perfect games I've ever played. Theres a few bad things, but they are so little and also so overblown by the positive that even now I cannot point out one. Other games aren't open world.... THIS is how you create an open world game. And you wont know until you play it. The freedom, the void, the attitude shows through the entire game. The DLC seem like crap though,This is one of the most perfect games I've ever played. Theres a few bad things, but they are so little and also so overblown by the positive that even now I cannot point out one. Other games aren't open world.... THIS is how you create an open world game. And you wont know until you play it. The freedom, the void, the attitude shows through the entire game. The DLC seem like crap though, but I'd gladly throw money freely at this game just to make sure other developers pay attention to how you do it!… Expand
  97. Lemonade1408
    Nov 16, 2017
    9
    Fantastic game, everything you could hope for as a Zelda fan

    It does brake with tradition quite a bit but it doesn't suffer My only two minor gripes, and this stops it getting a ten, are the weapon stamina mechanic where they break after a set use and the fact the main dungeons are only numbered 4 (5 if you count the castle) OofT had 3 then 7 and the end boss But minor gripes as    Fantastic game, everything you could hope for as a Zelda fan

    It does brake with tradition quite a bit but it doesn't suffer

    My only two minor gripes, and this stops it getting a ten, are the weapon stamina mechanic where they break after a set use and the fact the main dungeons are only numbered 4 (5 if you count the castle) OofT had 3 then 7 and the end boss

    But minor gripes as the mini shrines make up for that, the best fun I had was just wondering around exploring, my tip is to buy the expansion as you get a trail mechanic on the map to show where you have already been. The DLC is a first for a Zelda game I cant say too much as the main part of it isnt out until next month    … Expand
  98. Sechan
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    Desde hace mucho tiempo que un juego no me había cautivado tanto en sus dinámicas, tener un mapa abierto donde literal puedes ir a donde quieras y perderte, es algo que se hace inolvidable. A pesar de romper con las características establecidas en los zeldas anteriores, sin duda, Nintendo a logrado respetar y enriquecer su saga. Es completamente recomendable.
  99. Eebrohim
    Apr 22, 2018
    10
    I have put over 200 hours into the game and every hour is well spent. From the beautiful open world packed with so many things to do, with the emphasis on adventure and exploration that most open world games seem not leave out, to the new take on the Zelda formula, the game continues to amaze me even to this day. What's even better is that the £17.99 DLC adds hundreds of hours of moreI have put over 200 hours into the game and every hour is well spent. From the beautiful open world packed with so many things to do, with the emphasis on adventure and exploration that most open world games seem not leave out, to the new take on the Zelda formula, the game continues to amaze me even to this day. What's even better is that the £17.99 DLC adds hundreds of hours of more content, especially with the new Master Mode, giving me a reason to re-play the game. My only issue with the game is that I have encountered a glitch with a Korok puzzle that is stopping me from getting that 100% that I deserve!… Expand
  100. SortOfCritic
    Dec 29, 2017
    9
    I think we need more games like Breath of the Wild. Not entirely different from the source, but gives its own spin as to create a potentially incredible experience. Breath of the Wild was that game for me and is my favorite Legend of Zelda video game. The fact that you can climb anywhere gives an overall feeling of excitement, knowing you can go where ever you want. The fact that you canI think we need more games like Breath of the Wild. Not entirely different from the source, but gives its own spin as to create a potentially incredible experience. Breath of the Wild was that game for me and is my favorite Legend of Zelda video game. The fact that you can climb anywhere gives an overall feeling of excitement, knowing you can go where ever you want. The fact that you can fight the villain right off the bat is a testament to how open and free it is. I find myself comparing this game more to Skyrim than Ocarina of Time. And I think that's wonderful.… Expand
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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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