The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD

 Wii U
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 1399 Ratings

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  1. Lee017
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    To start with i have to say that this is the first Zelda game i ever played back when i got my Gamecube console, so i wasn't affected by the cartoon design of Link which i know displeased fans back then.
    This game really gives me so many memories, it has a really awesome story that the beginning might sound a bit simple but then you find out and it gets really deep and there is a mayor    To start with i have to say that this is the first Zelda game i ever played back when i got my Gamecube console, so i wasn't affected by the cartoon design of Link which i know displeased fans back then.
    This game really gives me so many memories, it has a really awesome story that the beginning might sound a bit simple but then you find out and it gets really deep and there is a mayor plot twist later on the game.
    The characters were really charming and had very good design, maybe puppet Ganon was the only one i disliked tho because it didn't look intimidating enough.
    What i loved the most about this game is the exploring part, it really had an open world or should i say sea, and this was way before open world games were a thing, which unfortunately this exploring it lacks of in other games of the series like skyward sword.
    The Legend Of Zelda: The Wind Waker is not only my favorite Zelda game, is also my favorite game of all time!
    I really would give all my rupees if there was a remake of the Phantom Hourglass on a much powerful console such as the Switch.    … Expand
  2. Zeldafan22
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    It was super fun, but was a bit boring at times, and the parrying sucks. The best thing that comes from the remake is the visuals.
  3. Floatingtable
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My second favorite Zelda. Would be first if not for the **** triforce hunt.… Expand
  4. patrickmurphy09
    Sep 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Everything in this HD port looks so incredibly breathtaking. The artistic, colorful style really pops in this experience, the sounds fill the air, and this game provides the optimal use of the Wii U gamepad: an optional accessory that is additive to the experience while never forcing you to use it. The game itself is a journey I can envision a younger version of myself daydreaming about. And the way that this game ties into the overarching Zelda legend brings me in, feeling nostalgic and that I am experiencing a solid sequel to one of my all-time favorites. And more so, we get to see whole new sides of characters: a deeper, more retrospective Ganondorf and a more free-spirited Zelda princess archetype. Wind Waker HD is an instant classic all over again. And I cannot wait to play the Hero's/Master quest!… Expand
  5. ChierHu
    Feb 7, 2021
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, which has many puzzles but smoothly integrates them into environments in the game. When confronted with a river of lava, you have to figure out how to throw water jugs in the right pattern so that you can cross the river. When you are in a dungeon where the doors are opened and closed by a complex series of switches, you must figure out how to use itemsThe Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, which has many puzzles but smoothly integrates them into environments in the game. When confronted with a river of lava, you have to figure out how to throw water jugs in the right pattern so that you can cross the river. When you are in a dungeon where the doors are opened and closed by a complex series of switches, you must figure out how to use items found in the dungeon (statues, etc.) to flip the switches so you can successfully get through all the doors. Some of these are quite complex; for example, some enemies in the dungeon are paralyzed when light falls on them. To get the doors open, you must lure the enemies onto the right switches and then shoot flaming arrows near enough to paralyze them to keep the door open so you can run out. But in all cases, the puzzle elements are natural parts of the environment, and the goals of solving the puzzle are direct goals of the player’s avatar.… Expand
  6. S3XU4LH34L1NG
    Jun 10, 2023
    9
    Really relaxing classic zelda. The only negative i can think of is the very frequent menuing due to item switchting and the occasional confusing riddle. It could ve been like 2-3 hrs shorter overall but its a must play non the less.
  7. BlackOwl77
    Sep 19, 2020
    10
    I think Zelda Wins Waker is my favorite game of all time.
    The gameplay of the original is the first game I’ve watched on YouTube and I loved it so much even if I wasn’t playing. I even re-watched the entire series a lot.
    When this version came out I was so **** happy. Everything about this game is great and I think it’s the best in the Zelda series (which is already saying a lot) if not    I think Zelda Wins Waker is my favorite game of all time.
    The gameplay of the original is the first game I’ve watched on YouTube and I loved it so much even if I wasn’t playing. I even re-watched the entire series a lot.
    When this version came out I was so **** happy.
    Everything about this game is great and I think it’s the best in the Zelda series (which is already saying a lot) if not even one of the best of all time.    … Expand
  8. IsmaelTennoji
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    Recien me lo acabo de pasar,excelente juego,mi juego favorito de Zelda sin duda,su narrativa es excelente y tiene a los personajes mas expresivos,divertidos y emotivos(Incluyendo al prota),una obra maestra infravalorada
  9. Frost_Cube
    Aug 11, 2021
    8
    The original was amazing and was filled with so much adventure. The same is true for The Wind Waker HD. Also, I love being able to play this on my Wii U as the HD remgyioygfiake looks spectacular.
  10. slorgansmorgan
    Sep 12, 2021
    10
    this game is a master piece.
    i honestly cant be bothered typing out a whole ass review so imma just mention one part at the very end of the game after beating ganondorf, "that land will not be hyrule... IT WILL BE YOUR LAND" if im being honest that one moment is my favourite moment from any game I've ever played and really elevates this game to god tier, if you havent played it yet then    this game is a master piece.
    i honestly cant be bothered typing out a whole ass review so imma just mention one part at the very end of the game after beating ganondorf, "that land will not be hyrule... IT WILL BE YOUR LAND" if im being honest that one moment is my favourite moment from any game I've ever played and really elevates this game to god tier, if you havent played it yet then it might sound a little crazy that one singular line has effected my opinion of a game so much but it will make sense once youve seen it happen
    tldr: go play this game now    … Expand
  11. GamerService
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    The story, gameplay and dungeons are all top notch in this game. The graphics in this game are beautiful. The triforce shard quest is way less tedious in this game and with the addition of the swift sail, sailing is way faster. Definitely my favorite Zelda game.
  12. TGious
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    The WInd Waker was already timeless with its unique graphics and great gameplay, so now with upgraded graphics, better color saturation, and improved gameplay, it truly is a masterpiece! Although most argue that the dungeons are fairly weak, they are still Zelda dungeons. They really can't be bad. The Triforce hunt has been shortened which is a huge plus over the original, shortening it byThe WInd Waker was already timeless with its unique graphics and great gameplay, so now with upgraded graphics, better color saturation, and improved gameplay, it truly is a masterpiece! Although most argue that the dungeons are fairly weak, they are still Zelda dungeons. They really can't be bad. The Triforce hunt has been shortened which is a huge plus over the original, shortening it by a couple of hours. This game is for sure worth your money. Get it before its gone!… Expand
  13. B00tador
    Dec 5, 2021
    8
    Really enjoyable climax to a fabulous looking game, but a bit flat in parts early on. Lovely stuff overall though.
  14. BaldursThones
    Apr 14, 2022
    8
    I never played the original but from what I gather this is just the original but with better graphics. I love this game, the only flaw is sailing for the blue orb.
  15. Wii_u_reviver
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    I prefer Wind Waker over Breath of the Wild, and you know how excited I was when they announced the game will be ported to HD, and it looks fantastic.
  16. Mr_Fish
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    This game confirms that Tingle is a serial murderer and link aids him in his escape from prison in HD
  17. Brainfrez99122
    Apr 14, 2022
    10
    All the strength of the original are here with Quality of life changes its one of the best ways to play the game though their are some small Easter eggs taken out of this version like bombing Beatles ship no longer makes smoke come out of his ship and while the game looks great the original looks more like a cartoon compared to the remake and when compared with an upscale version of theAll the strength of the original are here with Quality of life changes its one of the best ways to play the game though their are some small Easter eggs taken out of this version like bombing Beatles ship no longer makes smoke come out of his ship and while the game looks great the original looks more like a cartoon compared to the remake and when compared with an upscale version of the original it arguably looks better though I'm not sure weather or not I entirely believe that it just means a definitive version of the wind waker no longer exists it'd be nice if Nintendo released it for the switch maybe with its own master quest mode and lost dungeons… Expand
  18. RandowGuy
    May 16, 2022
    10
    Meu primeiro zelda, mesmo não tendo zerado eu tive muita diversão, ele não foca nos gráficos realistas mas em um bonito e interessante cellshading, com certeza um dos melhores zeldas já lançados.
  19. joadson
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    Traveling these seas is wonderful and the ending is amazing from the gamecube era so far it remains a masterpiece with cartoon graphics
  20. Rubenoso
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    El segundo mejor zelda para mi, solo despues de BOTW, y en este remaster mejoró en todos los aspectos. Buenos graficos, fluidez, estilo artistico. Ya de por si en gamecube era excelente, y lo llevaron mas allá!
  21. Radlerdani
    Dec 4, 2022
    8
    Wunderschönes Spiel. Die Musik bleibt bis heute im Kopf und verhilft zur guten Laune! Und genau das wollte man mit dem Spiel auch bewirken. Es hat zwar seine Schwächen, insbesondere die Suche im Mid Game, jedoch behält es seinen Charme und kann vollends überzeugen. Habe die Gamecube Version nie durchgespielt, da mir das ganze Segeln zu langsam war - die Wii U Version hat einiges besserWunderschönes Spiel. Die Musik bleibt bis heute im Kopf und verhilft zur guten Laune! Und genau das wollte man mit dem Spiel auch bewirken. Es hat zwar seine Schwächen, insbesondere die Suche im Mid Game, jedoch behält es seinen Charme und kann vollends überzeugen. Habe die Gamecube Version nie durchgespielt, da mir das ganze Segeln zu langsam war - die Wii U Version hat einiges besser gemacht und ist definitiv the way to go. Wann kommt es endlich auf Switch?… Expand
  22. Beatsaberzzz
    Feb 13, 2023
    8
    After more than 20 years, this game still holds up and its all thanks to the all so perfect and amazing toon style. Plus its fun to control and the story is so good. And this Wii U port just makes this masterpiece even better.
  23. Duckonthecall65
    Mar 23, 2023
    10
    This game is great on another level. The gameplay, the puzzles, the dungeons, everything is fun to do. The puzzles don't get repetitive and the dungeons are some of the best I've ever played in a Zelda game. Don't let the cartoon art style fool you. This game's graphics in the HD version are incredible. Every playthrough I've done hasn't bored me like other Zelda games. This is a game IThis game is great on another level. The gameplay, the puzzles, the dungeons, everything is fun to do. The puzzles don't get repetitive and the dungeons are some of the best I've ever played in a Zelda game. Don't let the cartoon art style fool you. This game's graphics in the HD version are incredible. Every playthrough I've done hasn't bored me like other Zelda games. This is a game I recommend to anyone. Even non Zelda gamers.… Expand
  24. OceanofBagels
    May 13, 2023
    10
    This is my favorite game of all time. Please play it; it’s perfect in every way.
  25. Triblue
    May 21, 2023
    9
    J'adore Zelda et ce Zelda est trop bien donc voilà 9. Tout est bien est encore une fois ce jeu arrive à avoir quelque chose qui lui est propre.
  26. philsom
    Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Havent played the GC version, but the art style and graphics amazed me and like every 3d Zelda game its almost perfect with very few flaws with the soundtracks being just masterpieces.
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#3 Best Wii U Game of 2013
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#2 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2013
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#3 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2013

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Universal acclaim - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  1. Gamestyle
    Jan 6, 2014
    90
    After ten years Wind Waker is still as magical as it was when it was first released. The Wii U is all of a sudden looking like a console worth considering.
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  2. Level7.nu
    Dec 12, 2013
    80
    Fond memories of older games can oftentimes come to shatter when revisited but The Wind Waker still shines bright even after ten years. It is almost hard to believe the game is even that old. The battles, the dungeons and the sidequests are all still top notch and wrapped in timeless cartoon graphics. Have you not yet been enchanted by The Wind Waker then now is a better time than ever.
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  3. Universo Nintendo
    Nov 10, 2013
    100
    Wind Waker HD is a must play game not just for Zelda fans, but for every gamer.
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