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  1. Jul 7, 2017
    10
    This is truly, one of the best games I have ever played. It was a blast from beginning to end. It would take forever to read this review which is why I am splitting this in to sections. SECTION 1 Story: Breath of the wilds story isn’t the greatest, but the way you encounter it makes it unique. There is an obvious beginningThis is truly, one of the best games I have ever played. It was a blast from beginning to end. It would take forever to read this review which is why I am splitting this in to sections. SECTION 1 Story: Breath of the wilds story isn’t the greatest, but the way you encounter it makes it unique. There is an obvious beginning and end, but everything between that you haft to find. What I mean is LINK has lost his memories so if you want you can go ahead and find them all but this is optional. That is what makes the story so great. The fact that it is OPTIONELL. SECTION 2 dungeons: All though botw dungeons are similar looking they all have some really good puzzles. But they are not as great as others in the franchise but still really good. SECTION 3 BOSSES: this is the one thing I am disappointed about in botw. The bosses all look the same and are WAY too easy. Their AI was good but the bosses would have been much better and memorable if they were more difficult and had different designs’ did like ganons design but then again he was too easy to defeat. SECTION4 Exploration: Exploration in botw is extremely rewarding. There are countless things to collect and so many awesome places to find. Every time I thought "are there any new cool places left in this game „I found another awesome place. OH and there are 120 shrines to find... SECTION 5 Shrines: Shrines are very rewarding to find. They often times have great puzzles. But there are some Filler shrines and those are combat shrines. They are very lazy since there are plenty of enemies to kill in the vast world of hyrule. But for the reason that they are all so rewarding to find I loved all shrines SECTION 6 gameplay: The best gameplay in a videogame. You can literally go anywhere you want. You see that mountain over there? WELL NOT ONLY CAN YOU GO TO IT BUT YOU CAN ALSO CLIMB IT. You can climb on pretty much any surface and it is great. You also can friking surf on a shield. And you have countless attack abilities which brings me to SECTION 7 Combat: Combat in botw is great. You have so so so much variety on how to kill an enemy I FRIKKEN LOVED IT. SECTION 8 Enemies: extremely smart AI and a good amount of difficulty. I thought some of the mini bosses were much better than the bosses. Lynels were 10000 times harder than any of the actual bosses. So overall the enemies were great and I had so so much fun fighting them. SECTION 9 MUSIK: even though botw musk isn’t as memorable as in other Zelda’s a lot of the music is outright amazing. If I could I would give this game a 98 out of a 100.This and super Mario galaxy 1 and 2 are my favorite games of all time. And if you think this Game is overrated and haven’t played it you are missing out on one of if not the greatest Game of all time. Expand
  2. Jun 7, 2017
    10
    This is an amazing game. Surely it isn't perfect, but you can't give it less than 9/10, especially if you tried the game; only haters do that. It isn't the best looking game ever, but it is still awesome.
  3. Jun 7, 2017
    10
    Never in my life have I ever written a review about anything, not even yelp. But, if I could describe this entire game in just one word.

    Sensational.
  4. Jun 11, 2017
    10
    I've been a Zelda fan since I was 5 years old, I am now 24. There has not been a single game since I played Ocarina of Time (i played it a ridiculous amount) that has brought me the same sense of enjoyment as this. Final Fantasy 7 and Skyrim came close. This is the first Zelda game, or any game in fact that I may say possibly surpasses Ocarina of Time. It is unbelievably good and you haveI've been a Zelda fan since I was 5 years old, I am now 24. There has not been a single game since I played Ocarina of Time (i played it a ridiculous amount) that has brought me the same sense of enjoyment as this. Final Fantasy 7 and Skyrim came close. This is the first Zelda game, or any game in fact that I may say possibly surpasses Ocarina of Time. It is unbelievably good and you have to play it. Expand
  5. Jun 13, 2017
    10
    This game is BREATHTAKING! I was recently playing Majoras mask before this and when I started out I was expecting it to be like any other Zelda game, boy was I wrong. You start out in the Great Plateau and right when you walk out of the starting area you look off of the peak and you see the ENTIRE WORLD! It was so huge! The bosses in this game to get very repetitive though because they areThis game is BREATHTAKING! I was recently playing Majoras mask before this and when I started out I was expecting it to be like any other Zelda game, boy was I wrong. You start out in the Great Plateau and right when you walk out of the starting area you look off of the peak and you see the ENTIRE WORLD! It was so huge! The bosses in this game to get very repetitive though because they are just different variations of Ganon, but the game is still amazing and I highly recommend it, but the weapon breaking can be a bit bad, but it all makes up for it with the amazing gameplay and game design. 9.5 out of 10. Expand
  6. Jun 18, 2017
    10
    This game is absolutely breathtaking in its visual design, and the ability to explore the world of Hyrule at your own pace and in your own manner is a wonderful addition to the Zelda franchise. Being able to experiment with different ways to approach the same obstacle is another great feature of this game. If I had to name one thing that disappointed me about this game, it would probablyThis game is absolutely breathtaking in its visual design, and the ability to explore the world of Hyrule at your own pace and in your own manner is a wonderful addition to the Zelda franchise. Being able to experiment with different ways to approach the same obstacle is another great feature of this game. If I had to name one thing that disappointed me about this game, it would probably be the lack of a fully fleshed out storyline, but the game makes up for it with the bits and pieces they do provide. The story itself is the most compelling of any story the Zelda series has told before, so that just makes me want more of it. Nintendo has already announced DLC that will expand on the game's story, however, so I can't really complain. I recommend this game for just about everyone, whether you've been interested in Zelda games in the past or not. It is definitely a game that will stick with you over time. Expand
  7. Jul 25, 2017
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. NOTE: If you don't feel like reading this long review, skip to the end for a summary.

    As a someone who has beaten almost every game in the series, I can say with certainty that while The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is the most unconventional game in the Zelda series, Nintendo still managed to succeed in making one of the best Zelda games to date; however, that's not to say that this game is not lacking of shortcomings that hold it back.

    This game is absolutely amazing; it's perhaps the first open world game that I've played that doesn't hold your hand or clutter your map with waypoints and icons when you unlock the obligatory tower for certain areas of the map. Nintendo did well in creating a game that allows the player to truly explore at the player's own volition. Furthermore, the open world is not only expansive, but the basic physics of the game make sense and are not isolated, but rather the mechanics work together in ways that will continue to surprise the player. With a plethora of things at your disposal, this game makes good use of the map (for the most part).

    The only real grievance that I have with this open world is the space in between points of interest. many people complain about how the world seems "too barren" or "empty," but I think that the negative space there is good and keeps the map from being cluttered. The thing that I have a problem with, however, is the repetitive filler that is spread throughout areas that are obviously not as busy as others. It doesn't take long to realize that the same minibosses such as hinoxes or lynels, or the exact same skull shaped bokoblin encampments are litttered all over the map. What's perhaps even worse are the same, monotonous korok puzzles that are scattered across Hyrule. Furthermore, it doesn't take long for the player to realize that the various sidequests are relatively similar, and the reward for such sidequests is either a punitive amount of money, or a weapon that's most likely just as strong as the ones in your current inventory.

    As far as the score, Nintendo doesn't fail to amaze the player in beautiful soundtrack. However, Nintendo falls a bit flat on implementing this wonderful music. Much like the map, the music is great in areas that are obvious points of interest, such as towns and shrines, but in areas where there is a lull, the music is a bit lacking. I know that Nintendo stated that they were going for a very melancholy journey that is accompanied with ambient noises rather than a real score, but for a company that is well known for their dynamic music and adaptive soundtracks, it's a bit disappointing to see that Nintendo didn't take this route for a title as large as Breath of the Wild.

    Many people herald the combat as "the best in the Zelda series to date," and I would have to agree. But on the same note, it's sad to see that for a series as old as Zelda, the combat has only evolved to this state. Sure, the combat is unique for a while, but again, its charm wears off and the player soon realizes that there isn't really any difference in the weapons throughout the game other than the way they look and the damage they deal. Even the special weapons still manage to be not interesting; for instance, the elemental weapons or the guardian weapons are certainly interesting, but there's a spear, an axe, and a short sword for both of these weapon types, so they become less unique and less rare than you'd initially expect. Sure, there are some unique weapons such as the windcleaver, the boomerangs, or the magic rods, but they all seem to suffer from some mechanic where they have a fixed damage. So, while interesting to use, their fixed, weak damage output eventually makes them ineffective and obsolete once the player has progressed far enough into the game. Even worse, the combat in this game is plagued by the rudimentary "sit and wait for the oppoent to show his weakspot" based combat that is commonplace in all of the 3D Zeldas, and gimmicky mechanics like the perfect dodge don't help.

    Dungeon design, however, is the best it's been in the 3D Zelda series. The main dungeons, while suffering a lack of any sort of unique theme, including the bosses (a problem that hasn't been seen since A Link to the Past), follow a more systemic and exploration basis for puzzles that will please those who favor a Link to the Past or the Oracle games, while the 120 shrines have the smaller, bite-size gimmick-based puzzles that fans of Ocarina of Time and Twilight Princess will enjoy.

    Summary:
    + Great open world that doesn't clutter your map or hold your hand
    + Interesting and fun physics that allow the player to interact with the large world
    + Best dungeon design in 3D Zelda to date
    + Amazing soundtrack and music
    - The filler in the open world is repetitive
    - Combat, while the best in the series, is still rudimentary and gimmicky
    - Weapons are "cookie-cutter" and flawed
    - Soundtrack is lacking where needed
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  8. Sep 26, 2017
    7
    Game is good for the most part but there are lots of issues that made the game, at least for me not that great. I'm sure many of you already know some of the main complaints but I'll list mines here.
    1. Weapons break too easily
    2. If weapons in your inventory is all good quality you will not want to fight any monsters because you don't want to damage them. This makes you as a player less
    Game is good for the most part but there are lots of issues that made the game, at least for me not that great. I'm sure many of you already know some of the main complaints but I'll list mines here.
    1. Weapons break too easily
    2. If weapons in your inventory is all good quality you will not want to fight any monsters because you don't want to damage them. This makes you as a player less engaged in fights, more than likely you will run past mobs of monsters instead of fighting and wasting all that gear being damaged.
    3. Lots of monsters are actually a waste of time if you fight them, the reward is sub par, you actually lose more fighting monsters than gain.
    4. Lack of music. Music is what make Zelda games memorable. After I beat this game (130 hours?) I did not have that attached feeling or that type of feeling like wow this was awesome. Lots of games have music so good where after 6+ years that you have beaten it, you will get this nostalgia feeling when you hear that music again. Zelda BOTW has NONE! Kinda sad really.
    5. This game to me was not hard enough, especially at the last climb to Hyrule castle. I beat the whole castle and Gannon using only one heal potion.
    6. Master Sword is not a master sword after all because if DOES break even when fighting Calamity Gannon minions, sure it lasts longer but it should not break at all.
    7. Zelda is the most annoying character in the game, she treats link like trash even when hes trying to help her. I don't know why he is even protecting her.
    8. Nearly all side quests have little to no reward. After you finish each side quest you will be questioning yourself like "I spent 4 hours on this side quest and I got 100 rupees are you kidding me?"

    Other than those complaints this game is pretty good and very addicting. Is it better than Ocarina of Time? No. Is it worth the $60 for the cartridge? Definitely. I don't think anyone should skip this game, it is a must play.
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  9. Oct 4, 2017
    7
    Zelda: Breath of Wild is a fun game, even at the worst time it still had me on the edge of my seat. While the entire story is told in flashbacks, that and the side missions are boring, while not the best Zelda game, it is a great game that looks like it really did take years, Nintendo did a mediocre job at some things but they really did it this time.
  10. Feb 2, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece, open-world done right and playing it is just a fun thing to do. BoTW treats the series in a very different way, yet it has high enough quality it can be argued to be the best Zelda ever made. It sure is a true contender for it.
  11. Jan 2, 2020
    10
    This game is a pure gem in the decade. Gorgeous, open world that sometimes feel empty. Great climbing mechanics, awesome diversity in equipment with the possibility to match whatever equipment you want. I do appreciate the weather cycle and the aspect of enemy respawning with red moon. The controls are really smooth and the game has good animations. I was shocked that weather can damage meThis game is a pure gem in the decade. Gorgeous, open world that sometimes feel empty. Great climbing mechanics, awesome diversity in equipment with the possibility to match whatever equipment you want. I do appreciate the weather cycle and the aspect of enemy respawning with red moon. The controls are really smooth and the game has good animations. I was shocked that weather can damage me through the equipment I wore. Quite a good pool of the enemies to fight (lizards were my favourite ones). I enjoyed the plot development, the idea of not making it an important thing. The plot is just a thing for the people who wants to enjoy it. Also, I adored the amount of collectibles things like shrines and koroks (I've got all the shrines, but I've got only 200 koroks). Cities with different races were a nice touch (I do not remember names of the races, but bird people have the best designs out of those 4 races in my opinion). Bosses and puzzle elements were fun and sometimes somehow challenging. Overall, breathtaking game that I think I will play more after some time (I've played it for around 99h). I do truly recommend it, I even think it's worth the full price! (It was my very first Zelda game) [I posted my review in september 2019, but I had to update it, and that's why there is such a date] Expand
  12. Jan 1, 2020
    9
    Breath of the wild is a great zelda addition. The cooking mechanic of the game is good, and the enemies vary nicely in difficulty. Always room for improvement, but amazing in most ways. Where do the unlimited blue bombs come from?
  13. Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Игра в которой относятся к игрокам не как у даунам с iq14. Давно я не играл в такую офигенную игру.
    Плюсы в данной игре можно перечислять очень долго. Но я лично нашел для себя один минус. Это то что линк всегда молчит. Слегка корява некоторые диалоги выглядят и кат сцены тоже
    Игра в которой относятся к игрокам не как у даунам с iq14. Давно я не играл в такую офигенную игру.
    Плюсы в данной игре можно перечислять очень долго. Но я лично нашел для себя один минус. Это то что линк всегда молчит. Слегка корява некоторые диалоги выглядят и кат сцены тоже
  14. Jun 17, 2020
    6
    I tried to like this game but I cannot. I like the inital exploring and walking around but after a while it gets really boring, really fast. (I'm 50 hours in) There is no sense of progression. You can do shrine quests (to get more hearts or stamina) but that gets very old after a while and there is no other way to improve those stats. If you find you don't like those shrines (like me) youI tried to like this game but I cannot. I like the inital exploring and walking around but after a while it gets really boring, really fast. (I'm 50 hours in) There is no sense of progression. You can do shrine quests (to get more hearts or stamina) but that gets very old after a while and there is no other way to improve those stats. If you find you don't like those shrines (like me) you are in for a bad time. You can also search for korok seeds to expand the inventory (which is also not very fun) or do some of the sidequest. (which are often fetch quests) The story is lackluster and you don't really get to care for the characters. The weapon system is the worst I've seen in a while - "burning" through weapons is not fun and rewarding in any way for me - you can get used to it but you'll end up not using certain cool weapons in fear they might break. This is not fun. I liked the paragliding and climbing in the game, as well some of the physics mechanics. The cooking and dyeing was cool but I missed more crafting mechanics like that, as well more armor and enemy variety. For someone who never played an open world game I could recommend it, for anybody else: be wary. Borrow it from a friend or something to see if you like it. Expand
  15. May 18, 2023
    0
    The most disruptive installment of the saga and the one that breaks the most conventions, that's why I don't like it at all, since it replaces a functional formula that everyone loved with an empty shell, very similar to other repetitive open worlds in the AAA industry
    In this Zelda, Ganon is the most pitiful final boss that has ever been seen in a video game.
  16. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Jeu vraiment énorme , mais la perfection n'existe pas , dommage car ici seul le Framrate fait défaut sur certains endroit , sinon on aurait pu toucher les étoiles ! Je mais quand même 10 pour la vague de 0/10 débile ... sinon j'aurais mis un 9.5/10
  17. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    so many salty poor people giving a game they will never play a zero because they are jealous they already bought ps4 or xbox and are too poor to afford to play the best game of all time. buy a pc and get a switch you srubs....
  18. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Worth the wait! Easily one of the best open world games, and the best Zelda game in the franchise to date! Looks beautiful and plays great on Both Wii U & Switch Systems.
  19. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    So I waited in line for an hour, drove all the way back to my house in the middle of nowhere, spent another hour updating with my weak internet, and all I got was a fantastic Zelda game. Better than any other 3D Zelda, but not as good as the Oracle games because those are untouchable.
  20. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Absolutely, positively the greatest game ever made. In 20 years time kids will talk about this game with the same affection people in their 20s, 30s and 40s talk about Ocarina of Time. Pure gaming nirvana.
  21. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    LOL at troll reviews. This game is awesome. It's incredible how nintendo made the perfect open world game on their first try. Also the graphics are beautiful.
  22. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Who zero votes it is only a poor man pathetic frustrated idiot. You change hobby and you grow that it is now. but are you even ashamed to be so useless not? be disgusting!
  23. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Been playing this since midnight, I hate to say it but this is almost a OoT killer for best Zelda game ever. It's also drop dead gorgeous, it's like playing a painting.
  24. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Tengo que darle la nota que se merece despues de leer los comentarios de haters que opinan sin siquiera mirar un video, solo para criticar por pura envidia.
    El tipo de gente que hace que esta industria y cualquier otra, sea una basura.
  25. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    perfeito em jogabilidade, trilha sonora, arte, personagens carismáticos, mundo gigante e solido sem áreas de vazio estremo como em outros jogos similares, historia imersiva
    parece poesia
  26. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Absolute stunning game! Music, combat, and game play is enjoyable and fun. Puzzles are were Zelda always gets right, makes you think and very rewarding. Great game worthy of anyone's time.
  27. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the wild is a master piece of a game. This review section really needs to be cleaned up with clear fanboys just rating the game 0. Disgusting and pathetic. Same to those doing it to horizon zero dawn.
  28. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Truly incredible and awe inspiring. I am enthralled by the open world and overwhelmed, in a good way. There are so many different things to do that it will be impossible to ever get bored. I am so happy that Nintendo really hit a home run with this game.
  29. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game blew me away in a way none have in a long time. I can honestly say that every expectation I had was fulfilled, and it is a truly beautiful experience.
  30. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is hands down the best game I have ever played, sad to see that there are so many salty trolls in here trying to take the score down, the wait was worth it. Nintendo delivers once again.
  31. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I dont have a switch because im a poor f*ck but because sony c*cks is being a c*nt so i rate it 10/10
    Dont you just hate it when people use their free of speech just to f*ck over someone opinion? How about do it fair and square?
  32. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I have played the game, but the Wii U version. My review is going here to help combat the trollish cancer that thinks that they can make up complaints to bring down the score of a game that they haven't played exclusively because they WANT it to fail.
  33. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Everything about this game is magical.
    Soundtrack ✔️
    Gameplay ✔️
    Art✔️
    Story ✔️
    Fun ✔️

    This game is a MASTERPIECE and absolute phenomenal game.
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  34. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    a game changer for the open world industry, that use "anything" to "solve anything" , several ways to solve situations and puzzles, not with the "dungeon item" anymore, you can do it even with enemy items , a must play for any gamer in the world
  35. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game will go down in history. I've caught myself tearing up multiple times just at the beautiful environments and music. It really saddens me people rate this negatively just out of spite. Play the game, it really is THAT GOOD. It rarely holds your hand, half the gameplay is just playing around with the physics and exploring the MASSIVE world. This is the benchmark of the decade.
  36. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is a phenomnal game. It brings back the old Zelda adventuring nostolgia while reworking Nintendo's classic recipe. Explore everything you can see and stand in awe at the landscapes you come accross. This isn't just the next Ocarina of Time. Hopefully all the people leaving troll reviews won't ruin your impression of this great game.
  37. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Just amazing, stuning!
    Nintendo has always made very good videogames, but The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is even better than that, it is a masterpiece.
  38. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    One of the best games of this generation, thank you, nintendo, for making your fans' dreams true again. I can't stop playing this amazing game, so much to discover.
  39. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    There is not to much to say. It is a zelda, a very good zelda game open world is wonderful, inventory is perfect, awesome item system and loot. I love almost everything about this game.
  40. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    esté juego ya regresó a su lugar (a su trono en el olimpo) ya no hay nada que hablar,

    proximamente juego del año, ya se gano el titulo de lo mejor del e3, lo mejor de gamescorn y lo mas esperado de game awards
  41. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    masterpiece in open word design, an incredible atmosphere that just shows and tells has much as the unique look of the art direction, full of details that made it full so replete of life, with new mechanics and level of interaction rarely field in other games. the combat is so well achieved, in the way Nintendo refined and at the same time make more complex and deep the already enjoyablemasterpiece in open word design, an incredible atmosphere that just shows and tells has much as the unique look of the art direction, full of details that made it full so replete of life, with new mechanics and level of interaction rarely field in other games. the combat is so well achieved, in the way Nintendo refined and at the same time make more complex and deep the already enjoyable and nearly perfect combat system of the past entries in the series, a wide variety of weapons, armor and items in general, a massive land that is so satisfactory to explore in a game full of personality and unique field that just guaranties a experience never achieved and a zelda game but also in any other open word, by the way you can drop bombs wile you plane Hiroshima style, is so pleasing to play a cataclysm alarm when you bomb a bokoblin settlement 1/-8 Expand
  42. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The best open world physics driven game period. Also a great Zelda game, Overall the best console launch title ever

    Also the first Zelda, with cut-scenes and voice acting, and it is fantastic
  43. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    O jogo está impecável artisticamente. Com boa dificuldade e inovações fantásticas ao gênero openWorld. Sem dúvida um salto para a franquia, e um marco que a industria deve seguir de hoje em diante.
  44. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I went around towns smashing pots and exploring the wilderness. I got my sword and killed enemies I also went around getting quest from trippy looking people. I then went home and played Legend of Zelda Breath of Wild 10/10 ( READ THIS: get this game on PC if you prefer grapics to be better but if it does'nt matter to you then just play on the switch amazing game eaither way)
  45. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    So apparently (after going through a few of these reviews), people are giving this a 0 without even playing it. Here's me just trying to balance the unfairness out.
  46. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    el mejor juego del mundo es increíble la libertad que da y lo preciosista que resulta su apartado artístico es aquí donde se nota lo importante que es Nintendo para la industria del vídeo juego.
    el juego tiene toda la esencia Nintendo, gracias Nintendo muchas gracias por darnos esta maravilla de juego
  47. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best game I have played in my life. I will always remember where I was when I started playing this. Can't wait for the DLC coming later this year. Thank you Nintendo!!
  48. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Absolutely stunning. The new addition to the Zelda series is a game no one should miss whether you love or hate Nintendo. Zelda BotW re-defines the meaning of the term "Open-World" (Nintendo likes the term Open-Air) and challenges other Studios to step up their games.
  49. Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Sublime, perfectly weighted, sandbox adventure game. Well worth the wait. Atmospherically and emotionally the best Zelda of them all. Every activity is polished to perfection. Breathes new life into the franchise with satisfying gameplay, art direction and level design
  50. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    You can tell who hasn't played this when they repeat stuff like "no voice acting" and "empty world". Even people saying it runs at "20fps or lower throughout". While docked it certainly does dip every now and again, but it isn't nearly as bad, mostly hitting the 30fps mark and never dipping below 20fps. Calling it slow to load is also objectively wrong, considering it takes a fraction ofYou can tell who hasn't played this when they repeat stuff like "no voice acting" and "empty world". Even people saying it runs at "20fps or lower throughout". While docked it certainly does dip every now and again, but it isn't nearly as bad, mostly hitting the 30fps mark and never dipping below 20fps. Calling it slow to load is also objectively wrong, considering it takes a fraction of the time discs take to load and without mandatory installs.

    This said, in lieu of the hundreds of false reviews from less than trustworthy users, the game is astonishing. The aesthetic (because it is an artistic direction, not graphics) is beautiful, and with the true to life ambience and fluid animations, it is something that draws you in and keeps you there. It is easy to pick it up for a quick session only to find that hours have passed. There's lots to do in between the 120 shrines and 900 hidden Korok puzzles, including cataloguing items in the world and experimenting with different recipes or just exploring the freedom of the physics engine created, something not common in such large games. NPCs are colorful themselves, flush with personality and providing optional quests for the player should they seek them out. The musical score, while much more hushed and stoic in comparison to the previous entries' adventurous beat, is a welcome change of pace especially for such a large world. The voice acting, a first for the series, is great as well and not something I thought would have been handled as well as it did.

    All in all, I stand by the critics. The game is fun, engaging, and a welcome entry for anyone interested in the genre and willing to give it the time of day.
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  51. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    For me it's the best game in years. It's full of stuff to explore but you still need to explore and feel some sort of freedom instead of blinking stuff.fff
  52. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Melhor jogo já criado em toda a história da humanidade, The Last Of US e The Witcher 3 não chegam nem perto desta belezinha.
    Gráficos 10/10
    Trilha sonora 10/10
    Jogabilidade 10/10
  53. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de la historia. Un mundo abierto que parece tener vida propia. Reinvención de la saga dando como resultado un juego dificil de superar.
  54. Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Amazing game! All the people giving it bad reviews don't own a switch, or a Wii U, and are only here to troll. Trust the reviews, this game is completely worth the time and money!!! Simply Awe inspiring!!!
  55. Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Hello,

    This is one of the best Zelda game I have played. From tight game mechanics to beautiful art style and amazing open world just waiting to be explore. This game will clearly get game of the year if no other game comes close. I believe is well worth buying the Switch to play what can possibly be game of the year hands down. I advise those potential gamers looking to play this game
    Hello,

    This is one of the best Zelda game I have played. From tight game mechanics to beautiful art style and amazing open world just waiting to be explore. This game will clearly get game of the year if no other game comes close. I believe is well worth buying the Switch to play what can possibly be game of the year hands down. I advise those potential gamers looking to play this game to not pay attention to the PS fan boys and Xbox fan boys giving this game a bad score. I myself like Playstation system better but I know when to give respect when respect is due. Hope you enjoy my review.
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  56. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Great Game all i can say is that this game is a masterpiece 10/10. a
  57. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Here comes the new Goty 2017... Hatters... please, don`t **** yourselves!
    The game is perfect in every aspect, the overworld, the enemies, difficulty, ect.
  58. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Second only to Ocarina of Time. .
  59. Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Great game, one of the best zelda i've ever played. The only problem that i have with it is that the optimization on the wiiu, its just a little bit bad, but it ok
  60. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Um dos melhores Zeldas já produzidos, com toda certeza justifica a compra, graças a seu mundo aberto incrível que aplica novas mecânicas sem perder as antigas ao mesmo tempo.
  61. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Ocarina of Time has been dethroned. Breath of the Wild is simply the best game I have ever played and I have played tons of games. The amount of detail in this game is amazing. I give it my highest recommendations. This game offers you true freedom. You can go anywhere you want and do anything, the characters are charming, the graphics are great.
  62. Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Despues de algunas horas de probarlo, el juego engancha mucho te da ganas de seguir explorando y ver que puedes encontrar, el sistema de combate es muy intuitivo, y las fisicas hasta ahora son realmente buenas ya que cualquier cosas en el ambiente te puede ayudar a resolver o volverte mas dificil las incognitas, aunque probando el juego en el dock he tenido unas liveras caidas de fps, peroDespues de algunas horas de probarlo, el juego engancha mucho te da ganas de seguir explorando y ver que puedes encontrar, el sistema de combate es muy intuitivo, y las fisicas hasta ahora son realmente buenas ya que cualquier cosas en el ambiente te puede ayudar a resolver o volverte mas dificil las incognitas, aunque probando el juego en el dock he tenido unas liveras caidas de fps, pero en modo portatil funciona muy bien incluso se ve aun mejor en ella que en tv, los colores muy vivos y el estilo artistico es bello, sin duda el juego cumple lo que promete incluso lo supera, no le pongo un 10 porque no existe la perfeccion, sin mas que decir no importa de que plataforma seas, un juego de estas caracteristicas alegra a cualquiera viendo que la industra de los videojuegos entrega juegazos como este y muchos otros de la competencia.
    PD: Lastimosamente nunca falta los que ponen nota de 0 simplemente por odio hacia el juego (lease la reviews de los que ponen 0 y se daran cuenta el porque), es una pena gente asi, no son verdaderos gamer's, destruyen esta maravillosa industria como son los videojuegos.
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  63. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    The best Nintendo game IN YEARS. Amazing in every way, some people thought this Zelda would copy new game, it showed us how the saga doesn't lose his identity. Amazing, just amazing.
  64. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    It's an astonishing game, very much worth the wait. The world is immense and for much of my surprise very well detailed and full of life, the main theme of this Zelda was *Exploration* and it accomplishes that brilliantly, your senses of wonder and surprise keep getting rewarded as you play this game and keep exploring. This game is truly a masterpiece very deserving the title of *bestIt's an astonishing game, very much worth the wait. The world is immense and for much of my surprise very well detailed and full of life, the main theme of this Zelda was *Exploration* and it accomplishes that brilliantly, your senses of wonder and surprise keep getting rewarded as you play this game and keep exploring. This game is truly a masterpiece very deserving the title of *best Zelda game* if not *best game* there is! Expand
  65. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Beautiful open world. I haven't had this sense of pure joy and freedom in quite a while. I'm very excited to sink many, many hours into this game. Looks beautiful on the switch screen, and looks great on the big screen.
  66. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Breath of the wild ist auf den Punkt gebracht ein grandioses Spiel. Zwar sind meiner Meinung nach die Quest in The Witcher 3 etwas einfallsreicher und insgesamt spannender, doch kann das neue Zelda insbesondere durch seine grandiose Spielwelt auftrumpfen, die es so noch nie in einem Videospiel gegeben hat. Breath of the Wild gehört für mich unter die absoluten Top-Zeldas!
  67. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    El juego es increíble. Los gráficos son preciosos, lo nunca visto. La innovación es increíble. Sin duda es el mejor juego de la historia. Posiblemente,es mejor que el maravilloso Ocarina Of Time
  68. Mar 4, 2017
    9
    FacePalm at the 'reviewers' giving this game a low score after playing it for an hour. The game is absolutely immense. The surprises keep the experience fresh. There is definitely a learning curve when it comes to gameplay, which is a good thing. Stop crying that the game is too hard or there isn't enough voice acting. Its a Zelda game. This was also released on the best handheld consoleFacePalm at the 'reviewers' giving this game a low score after playing it for an hour. The game is absolutely immense. The surprises keep the experience fresh. There is definitely a learning curve when it comes to gameplay, which is a good thing. Stop crying that the game is too hard or there isn't enough voice acting. Its a Zelda game. This was also released on the best handheld console ever made, so, there's that.

    I'm jus keepin it real with you guys.

    Oh and look how the user score goes back up the longer the game is out. Interesting development....

    Instant classic.
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  69. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    There are so many ways to travel through the world. The map and the characters look really good. I like the graphic Style. The world is fascinating and lovingly designed. Recommended!
  70. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    the game is beautiful and passes you a beautiful emotion ... some small imperfections, but there is no impact on the magnificence of the title gameplay ... in portable mode deserves full marks
  71. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild broke a lot of records in the history of gaming. By that, I mean it is most likely impossible to find one thing wrong with this game. It's like Nintendo took the base of Ocarina of Time and modernize it to make it look like this game over here. This is why Nintendo will forever remain in my heart no matter where it all goes. I'm telling you this, Breath of the Wild hasBreath of the Wild broke a lot of records in the history of gaming. By that, I mean it is most likely impossible to find one thing wrong with this game. It's like Nintendo took the base of Ocarina of Time and modernize it to make it look like this game over here. This is why Nintendo will forever remain in my heart no matter where it all goes. I'm telling you this, Breath of the Wild has everything... yes, every... single... thing that made Ocarina of Time look like a masterpiece. This is the lost brother of Ocarina of Time and the true brother Ocarina of Time will ever need. Just go buy this game, it wants your money so bad, it wants you to play it so bad, it wants to be your local friend literally bad. I'll be waiting until you get this game. Expand
  72. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Game play, graphics, story, it is all perfectly woven together in a world that feels alive and gives you so much fun in exploring. With so much customisation for your play style with all the clothing and armour and all the many different weapons. The way they tell the narrative in this edition of Zelda is really a breath of fresh air on the series, don't listen to any of the negativeGame play, graphics, story, it is all perfectly woven together in a world that feels alive and gives you so much fun in exploring. With so much customisation for your play style with all the clothing and armour and all the many different weapons. The way they tell the narrative in this edition of Zelda is really a breath of fresh air on the series, don't listen to any of the negative comments on the game just play it and enjoy. one last point too, I cannot understand how they have got the game to run on a handheld too, just the option to just pick it out of the dock and go anywhere and get about 3 hours of play time on the game is amazing. Kudos to Nintendo. Expand
  73. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    An absolutely fantastic game. Truly will go down in history as one of the greatest games of the modern era, possibly even all time. A beautiful world full of content, challenging and mind boggling puzzles, with wonderful and innovative dungeons, though far and few between. This is truly the quintessential Zelda title, outshining all in every regard.
  74. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Honestly it's amazing. I thought I'd miss the traditional dungeons but the shrines in this game work just fine. The world is beautiful and full of life. I do miss the traditional Zelda-esqu music but what it's replaced with is equally good.
  75. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    It is what is expected of Zelda, the preserved style, the flow of the story, different graphics or art of the pattern, colors, drama, sadness in moments, fantasy, and if sme game cumore this with primor, brings the best in Zelda style of being.
  76. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Gonna give this a 10 automatically to balance out all the salt from sad fanboys that wished Horizon was going to be the GoG. Horizon is also a very good game, stop being salty lol, buy a Switch or Wii U and play this game, it's a good game. Anyways, I had my doubts when I saw the 98 average, but after putting time into this game, I'd have to say it's quiet deserving, and this is comingGonna give this a 10 automatically to balance out all the salt from sad fanboys that wished Horizon was going to be the GoG. Horizon is also a very good game, stop being salty lol, buy a Switch or Wii U and play this game, it's a good game. Anyways, I had my doubts when I saw the 98 average, but after putting time into this game, I'd have to say it's quiet deserving, and this is coming from somebody who played a lot of MMORPGs and open world games while being primarily a PC gamer. Nintendo hasn't lost the touch yet, at least not on the software front when it comes to big games. Expand
  77. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    The best The Legend of Zelda ever released, overcome Twilight princess which was my favorite. Graphics, soundtrack, story, everything is perfect. Guaranteed fun. Congratulations to Nintendo for another great game from the biggest franchise in the history of the gaming world.
  78. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This is the thing:
    10 points review: People that actually played the game
    0 points review: Sony fan-boys that are pissed about the game been so good and trying to get the score down (Literally, just read) This is dumb, and not even useful in anyway, but whatever. The game: Is not a 4k HD FULL 40 DLC 60 fps game like kids like this days. Its just another Nintendo almost-perfect game
    This is the thing:
    10 points review: People that actually played the game
    0 points review: Sony fan-boys that are pissed about the game been so good and trying to get the score down (Literally, just read)
    This is dumb, and not even useful in anyway, but whatever.

    The game: Is not a 4k HD FULL 40 DLC 60 fps game like kids like this days. Its just another Nintendo almost-perfect game made by the best on the company. Just that and nothing else.
    Zelda has always been good, but THIS is something way different, this one tries to expand a lot more, even, tries to let the old Zelda meta behind, this is diferent, this is not "another zelda", is a new formula, and you know what? it works. It FEELS like a Zelda, but totally new, open world, and way, way, WAY longer in playtime, and probably even with a lot more of replayability.

    The music (so far) doesn't feel as good as the old Zelda games, but that is a really BIG standard to go in the first place, maybe when it gets some years we will get the "nostalgia effect" on its songs. But about dungeons (Or shrines), and the main story in general... i have nothing bad to say.

    10/10, yep, im a Zelda fan, but i know not every Zelda deserves a 10, but this one surely do.
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  79. Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Game is excellent. Narrative is told well, world is open but alive, graphically beautiful, etc. Soundtrack is also great. Would recommend to long time fans and first timers alike.
  80. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best Game ive ever played. It is without a single doubt the best game of this generation Witcher 3 ? TLOU ? Uncharted 4 ? They all got crushed from Nintendo.
  81. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Realmente aun no he jugado el juego me lo compro mañana, igualmente pondre 10 porque quisiera opacar todos esos cerotillos que ponen 0 al juego, soy nintendero.
  82. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Absolutely stunning, one of the greatest of all time.

    Pros:
    +Amazing soundtrack
    +Great art style
    +Good story
    +Gameplay is fun af
    +Incredible open world

    Cons:
    +Occasional FPS dips in docked mode

    Get this game.
  83. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Best game ever made, slighty better than Horizon, that is a very good game too.

    The soundtrack is simple and immersive, makes you feel that you're in the game, love it.
  84. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is nothing short of a masterpiece. All the people leaving negative reviews are literally just Sony ponies who haven't even tried the game and are crying because this game beat out Horizon Zero Dawn.
  85. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    A very good game with deep mechanics very good graphics as a proffecional gamer this game is easy a 10
    and already almost have it with 98/100 from the Official Score from the Official sites
    Sad some people trolling to try to put the score lower with just putting a 0 but they cant change the 97/100 or the 98/100 from the official score and the reality cant be changed by trolls
  86. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I have no words to explain the magic of Breath of the Wild. Simply, is the best videogame of Zelda that I have ever played, and YES, I have played almost all (Except Skyward sword and DS titles)
  87. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Amazing. Simply amazing.

    don't pay attention to the 0 score reviews, they are oblivious just trolling. I could see someone giving this an 8 or a 9 if it wasn't their cup of tea. But dang, what a game. Love the art style.
  88. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    A lot of Sony and MicroBORINGsoft fanboys here giving this game a 0 because they don't have good exclusive.
    It's over guys! This is one of the best games ever! DEAL WITH IT! Go back to yours poor consoles and play the Boringcharted 4 and No One Cares About This Halo 2.
  89. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    A truly fantastic game. Zelda returns to form, bringing us a beautiful open world, fantastic art style and phenomenal soundtrack. I can say with absolute certainty that the Switch is worth the money even if you're going to play only this game.
  90. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is so good, I don't want to do it, I want it to do me. It's even better in handheld mode. The composition of the colours is perfect; the gameplay is tight and you just want to explore more and more. Nothing seems forced.
  91. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Breath of the Wild is a game many may remember for years to come. Most games these days are typically too long and repetitious. This game, however, seems to have mastered the RPG elements and the open-world exploration formula. It is a unique experience and a must buy.
  92. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    I haven't played it that much yet, but it's shaping to be one of the greatest games ever made! It exudes beauty in every single pixel of it. It's a masterpiece. 10/10
  93. Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is probably one of the few that you will never forget. This game gives a new definition to the open world genre. Can't wait to go back to Hyrule.! A truth masterpiece!
  94. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Here it is., the new Zelda is the best game of all time. Period. Never experienced such a well designed masterpiece, everything just falls into place. With this game Nintendo accomplished to bring the genre of "open world games" to a whole new level, which will heavily influence the entire gaming industry. This will improve the overall quality of a lot of future games and thus ourHere it is., the new Zelda is the best game of all time. Period. Never experienced such a well designed masterpiece, everything just falls into place. With this game Nintendo accomplished to bring the genre of "open world games" to a whole new level, which will heavily influence the entire gaming industry. This will improve the overall quality of a lot of future games and thus our experience as gamers.

    That's why I don't understand the seething rage of fans of other console companies, which are dropping their 0/10 scores here. When The Last of Us came out, I was so happy about this masterpiece and followed everthing about this game. Even with the fact I did not own a PS 3 at this time.

    In conclusion, it's safe to say that this game is GOAT and no amount of 0/10 rage scores can change this fact. I wish all fellow gamers a lot of fun with this game - you will vividly remember playing this game for a very, very long time.
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  95. Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game is brilliant, and it's unfortunate that some people will rate a game 0 just because they personally don't like it or want to see it's score lower. It becomes battle of the 10's V 0
  96. Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This is by far the best game I have ever played. I usually don't like games that give you too much freedom, but every discovery in Breath of the Wild is so rewarding that I see myself exploring more and more. Great gameplay, beautiful art style, likable characters and many challenges to keep you playing for weeks.
  97. Apr 3, 2017
    10
    Depois de 90 horas, 77 Shrines, 103 Koroks Seeds e muitas histórias para contar, finalmente fechei essa obra de arte e com certeza posso afirmar que é o melhor jogo que tive o prazer de jogar na minha vida, e isso de vindo de uma pessoa que já jogou milhares de games durante seus quase 30 anos de estrada.

    Alguns defeitos técnicos não estragam a experiência pois ela é realmente especial.
    Depois de 90 horas, 77 Shrines, 103 Koroks Seeds e muitas histórias para contar, finalmente fechei essa obra de arte e com certeza posso afirmar que é o melhor jogo que tive o prazer de jogar na minha vida, e isso de vindo de uma pessoa que já jogou milhares de games durante seus quase 30 anos de estrada.

    Alguns defeitos técnicos não estragam a experiência pois ela é realmente especial. Por favor façam um favor a si mesmo e joguem esse game, com certeza não irão se arrepender.
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  98. Mar 6, 2017
    8
    The good:

    -Exploration; The world is big with many things discover and do, is not dense but is really fun to travel with any method you choose. -Puzzles: Fun and varied puzzles based mostly on physics, they range from very easy to mind twisting. -Cooking: Simple yet fun, encourages experimentation and gives purpose to a lot of items you'll find in your travels -Varied sidequest:
    The good:

    -Exploration; The world is big with many things discover and do, is not dense but is really fun to travel with any method you choose.
    -Puzzles: Fun and varied puzzles based mostly on physics, they range from very easy to mind twisting.
    -Cooking: Simple yet fun, encourages experimentation and gives purpose to a lot of items you'll find in your travels
    -Varied sidequest: without spoiling them, most are fun and varied, with interesting sidestories, yet there are still some fetch ones

    The bad

    -Story: average at best, nothing new or groundbreaking is preseted, it's almost non existant, however the sidequest stories and the contextual storytelling are a little better
    -Weapon break system: coupled with the bizarre item interface can become very annoying very quickly
    -Repetitive in the final strech: Can become very repetitive near the end game thanks to the simple combat, the weapon break system mentioned and the fact that youll get most of the abilities in the beggining of the game
    -Graphical issues: from really low textures to framerate issues, there are a lot that are present on both versions and can be really distracting

    Veredict:
    It might be overrated but this is a step in the right direction for the franchise and an overall good open world game. A must sure by for fans and a good option for newcomers.
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  99. Mar 5, 2017
    9
    Aún no lo he terminado, pero es un mundo abierto muy sólido y profundo fusionado con la filosofia de diversión de Nintendo que mantiene la esencia de los Zelda. Como gran innovación destacaría su estilo visual artístico, que nunca antes se ha utilizado en un videojuego y que funciona genialmente con la jugabilidad. También hay que destacar que la jugabilidad es tremendamente abierta, y esAún no lo he terminado, pero es un mundo abierto muy sólido y profundo fusionado con la filosofia de diversión de Nintendo que mantiene la esencia de los Zelda. Como gran innovación destacaría su estilo visual artístico, que nunca antes se ha utilizado en un videojuego y que funciona genialmente con la jugabilidad. También hay que destacar que la jugabilidad es tremendamente abierta, y es de agradecer que se recuperen elementos de mundo abierto que videojuegos mas recientes han obviado (como mecánicas de supervivencia). Por último, debo decir que es en mi opinión de los cinco mejores videojuegos portátiles de la historia, y el mas complejo tanto a nivel gráfico como jugable de todos ellos. Expand
  100. Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Every minutes on this game is a pure moment of pleasure and it's always hard to stop and leave hyrule. The new definition of adventure and opend world.
Metascore
97

Universal acclaim - based on 109 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 0 out of 109
  1. 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.
  2. Aug 30, 2017
    100
    Breath of the Wild is a masterpiece.
  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]