The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD

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  1. goku123luffy
    Oct 8, 2013
    10
    this is the best game i might buy this game with the wiiu in 2 more weeks. this is the best because it comes with full download of the book,Hyrule Historia
  2. Yankeee007
    Oct 17, 2013
    9
    Zelda wind waker HD is an amazing remake of a brilliant game the graphics gameplay presentation and replay value are nearly perfect Exploring the world to save zelda and aryll is incredible it's easy to pick up and play it's a lot of fun and I recommend it to everyone
  3. J4MESOX4D
    Oct 29, 2013
    8
    The Wind Waker initially disappointed me a decade ago on the GameCube with it's more colourful presentation and less impressive gameplay elements compared to the unbeatable Ocarina of Time but the rejuvenation on the WiiU impresses with many other issues addressed. The general pacing and overall gameplay mechanics have been considerably tweaked which makes the flow of the game moreThe Wind Waker initially disappointed me a decade ago on the GameCube with it's more colourful presentation and less impressive gameplay elements compared to the unbeatable Ocarina of Time but the rejuvenation on the WiiU impresses with many other issues addressed. The general pacing and overall gameplay mechanics have been considerably tweaked which makes the flow of the game more satisfying as opposed to a once occasionally dull affair. The AI and combat seem much more polished and the irritating sea exploration has been vastly improved. Still not on par with the likes of Twilight Princess or Skyward Sword which may raise eyebrows as to why Nintendo are looking backwards as opposed to forwards but we can be guaranteed more Zelda titles in the future and this is a nice HD reworking of a title that wasn't perfect but just needed the odd-tweak and we now have a fine product.… Expand
  4. omag0
    Oct 31, 2013
    9
    Lançado originalmente no Game Cube, este zelda foi um divisor de águas. Com uma direção gráfica magnífica (que infelizmente não agradou a grande maioria na época) e uma das histórias mais fantásticas que já tive o prazer de jogar, Zelda Wind Waker retorna, após uma década, ao Wii U, totalmente remasterizado.
    A Nintendo adicionou texturas, melhorou a qualidade sonora, incluiu algumas novas    Lançado originalmente no Game Cube, este zelda foi um divisor de águas. Com uma direção gráfica magnífica (que infelizmente não agradou a grande maioria na época) e uma das histórias mais fantásticas que já tive o prazer de jogar, Zelda Wind Waker retorna, após uma década, ao Wii U, totalmente remasterizado.
    A Nintendo adicionou texturas, melhorou a qualidade sonora, incluiu algumas novas mecânicas e retirou parte do jogo que o deixava maçante (a enfadonha tarefa de coletar as peças da triforce).
    Com elementos já conhecidos da série, este zelda vem para preencher o espaço vazio e dar tempo para que a equipe do sr.Eiji Aonuma lance o "Zelda Wii U".
    Não há muito o que falar sobre este zelda, pois apesar das mudanças, ele em sua essência, o mesmo jogo lançado a 10 anos atrás.
    Titulo mais que obrigatório para os donos do Wii U e amantes de uma boa aventura.    … Expand
  5. Zebuala
    Nov 17, 2013
    9
    This is a another great entry in the Zelda series and even though it is a remake, it is a great game that gives younger players a chance to play one of the most controversial Zelda games of all time and experience its toon style remastered. I am 31 hrs through the game and it is a great experience. The music is some of the best of the Zelda series and the story is great as it feels likeThis is a another great entry in the Zelda series and even though it is a remake, it is a great game that gives younger players a chance to play one of the most controversial Zelda games of all time and experience its toon style remastered. I am 31 hrs through the game and it is a great experience. The music is some of the best of the Zelda series and the story is great as it feels like Link grows in confidence as you grow. It is a beautiful game with a stunning open world Ocean and although fewer than other entries in the series, still great characters. I would recommend this to anyone who did not get to play the Wind Waker the first time round to get this game.… Expand
  6. JOSHDILISI
    Mar 25, 2014
    9
    like alot of people i did not like Wind Waker when it was new, the art style bothered me and i had a hunger for a more mature HD zelda game after my taste of Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask. But now i'm older, and my eyes are opened to the greatness of this game. It has a great plot with lots of twists and turns that will leave you on the edge of your seat, a beautiful HD world to saillike alot of people i did not like Wind Waker when it was new, the art style bothered me and i had a hunger for a more mature HD zelda game after my taste of Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask. But now i'm older, and my eyes are opened to the greatness of this game. It has a great plot with lots of twists and turns that will leave you on the edge of your seat, a beautiful HD world to sail through, the countless enemies you'll encounter and defeat throughout your journey, and a nostalgia factor to the MAX. To be honest, other than not having a mini-map on the screen i dont have much to complain about this game.… Expand
  7. Krawbeard
    Nov 24, 2013
    9
    What can I say about this game.... I mean its a freakin zelda game!!! When has this franchise ever done anybody wrong?

    Windwaker was a great game on gamecube, so there's not much of a difference there on Wii U. There is less quest for triforce shards and they changed up the pictobox to make it less tasking. For those who have never played it, I would say this is a must. I    What can I say about this game.... I mean its a freakin zelda game!!! When has this franchise ever done anybody wrong?

    Windwaker was a great game on gamecube, so there's not much of a difference there on Wii U.
    There is less quest for triforce shards and they changed up the pictobox to make it less tasking.

    For those who have never played it, I would say this is a must. I remember when this was on gamecube and I was very disgusted at first by its toonie graphics mainly because I was expecting a Zelda game that had graphics to where it looked like Lord of the rings. You know what? I learned a valuable lesson in that game to not judge a game by its graphics because that game was the most fun in a Zelda game in a long while.

    Only reason I give this a 9 is because its an HD remake not a new Zelda game and its also not the HD remake I was hoping for. I honestly believed Majora's Mask was the HD remake with all the videos on youtube which was the main reason I wanted a Wii u, but you know what I understand why they remade windwaker.

    Its the most non-linear Zelda to play, so they wanted to test the grounds with a big open world and communicate with players with tingle bottles to get a jist of what Zelda fans are wanting new in the series. Windwaker has the largest map out of all the zelda games.

    So I will say yes this game before was good and this one is good too. In fact this is only the tip of the Iceberg of the Zelda upcomming in the future. So after you beat this I'll guarantee it'll get you more pumped for the newest one coming out    … Expand
  8. jrob23
    Nov 21, 2013
    9
    I remember playing Legend of Zelda back in the day when it came out. I never did get very far, but I understood the appeal. I then tried Twilight Princess and liked that a lot too. I again...never was able to play to even halfway through. I bought this WindWaker HD bundle because I never got to play the original and heard it was great. Let me tell you, this game blows it out of theI remember playing Legend of Zelda back in the day when it came out. I never did get very far, but I understood the appeal. I then tried Twilight Princess and liked that a lot too. I again...never was able to play to even halfway through. I bought this WindWaker HD bundle because I never got to play the original and heard it was great. Let me tell you, this game blows it out of the water...no pun intended. I mean, it is gorgeous, the story is strong, and the puzzles can be very challenging. I love it! If I was going to suggest a Zelda game..especially to a beginner like me, it would be this one. It's easily one of the coolest games I have ever played. It's as strong as Mario Galaxy and that I feel might be the best game ever.… Expand
  9. tomasz009
    Dec 3, 2015
    10
    This game man. This game. Could consider it either tied for my favourite Zelda game with Twilight Princess, or at least second or third favourite.

    Graphics - amazing. Yeah the Wii U is not powerful at all, yada yada, but this art style is timeless. So charming and just beautiful. Had to stop and admire the eye candy many times during my playthrough. Story - emotional, funny, but also    This game man. This game. Could consider it either tied for my favourite Zelda game with Twilight Princess, or at least second or third favourite.

    Graphics - amazing. Yeah the Wii U is not powerful at all, yada yada, but this art style is timeless. So charming and just beautiful. Had to stop and admire the eye candy many times during my playthrough.

    Story - emotional, funny, but also bittersweet (mainly talking about the ending here). The concept of Hyrule being flooded lends itself to some great storytelling, and the characterisation of most characters is so well done. Link, Tetra, Ganondorf, and Medli stand out to me.

    Gameplay - your typical Zelda experience, which means great puzzles and item usage followed with engaging combat. Never was bored of whacking enemies (except those goddamn magician-bird thingos).

    So yeah, overall, I just wish that I could have played WW as a kid on GameCube, had I had one. I mean, seriously, I'm gonna be thinking about it for a long time. Thank the heavens for The Legend of Zelda.    … Expand
  10. Mindstar48
    Jan 6, 2014
    10
    So much fun great throwback to the original and it stays true to the original game while slightly Improving the mechanics
    While incorporating the wii u remotes second screen as a inventory allowing smooth swapping of items in fights with great sword mechanics best of any of the Zelda games and brilliant boss fights with a game that does require lots of open world exploration and it may at    So much fun great throwback to the original and it stays true to the original game while slightly Improving the mechanics
    While incorporating the wii u remotes second screen as a inventory allowing smooth swapping of items in fights with great sword mechanics best of any of the Zelda games and brilliant boss fights with a game that does require lots of open world exploration and it may at some points require a walkthrough to complete.
    But just in case you find it too easy still there is a hero mode with double damage and no recovery hearts.
    Great game definitely recommend    … Expand
  11. OptiqaL
    Dec 25, 2013
    10
    //French//
    C'est tout simplement le meilleur jeux auquel j'ai jamais jouer, et chaque fois que j'y retourne, c'est un pur bonheur et c'est encore mieux avec la version HD. Le remake remet jour les graphismes et l'interface, mais sans rien dénaturer aux textures de la version originale et que dire des bandes-son! 10/10 amplement mérité et je dois dire que c'est ce jeu qui m'a fait    //French//
    C'est tout simplement le meilleur jeux auquel j'ai jamais jouer, et chaque fois que j'y retourne, c'est un pur bonheur et c'est encore mieux avec la version HD. Le remake remet jour les graphismes et l'interface, mais sans rien dénaturer aux textures de la version originale et que dire des bandes-son! 10/10 amplement mérité et je dois dire que c'est ce jeu qui m'a fait acheter (avec regret) la WiiU    … Expand
  12. JackieCruise69
    Jan 7, 2014
    9
    Wind Waker is my favorite Zelda game to date, so when I heard they were remaking this game in HD, you couldn't imagine how happy I was.
    this is definitely how a remake SHOULD be done, the new features and controls are much smoother and definitely improve upon what made the original tedious or annoying. the new swift sail is the savior to those who get bored of the long sailing times and    Wind Waker is my favorite Zelda game to date, so when I heard they were remaking this game in HD, you couldn't imagine how happy I was.
    this is definitely how a remake SHOULD be done, the new features and controls are much smoother and definitely improve upon what made the original tedious or annoying. the new swift sail is the savior to those who get bored of the long sailing times and the unnecessarily huge amount of times you'd have to change wind direction with the Wind Waker. The tingle bottle feature is just as amazing as well. I always had a hard time filling up the Nintendo figurine gallery in the game, due to missing some bosses and whatnot, but this feature helped fix that this time around. And besides that, it's also useful for hints and tips, or to just be silly.
    The new gyroscope feature used for the arrows and boomerang was pretty useful to me as well, since using the other analog stick felt somewhat odd.

    Although I'm not one much for graphics, this game is just stunning with the HD upgrade. Proof that even cartoony cell shading styles can be stunning.
    Besides that, the game still feels the same, but at the same time it doesn't, the magic is back in a new way. If you're a Zelda fan and loved the Wind Waker, this would be worth a pick up!    … Expand
  13. antcarsal
    Jan 14, 2014
    10
    this game has a great story and so many people ditch it and talk about thinking they know the game but if they knew the game they would know that its one of the best games of all time youre afraid just because of the graphics and the fact that its new, i think that this game is wonderful and it has a good story and is probably one of the best ever ,the end period.
  14. torak11
    Mar 11, 2014
    10
    One of the best Wii U games, and legend of zelda games, i've ever played. Truly a cult classic, beautifully remastered for the 8th generation of consoles, all while keeping the original feeling of the game intact, even improving it a little bit. Although i've never played the original GameCube version, i can clearly see that even back in its original years, this game was great. As for theOne of the best Wii U games, and legend of zelda games, i've ever played. Truly a cult classic, beautifully remastered for the 8th generation of consoles, all while keeping the original feeling of the game intact, even improving it a little bit. Although i've never played the original GameCube version, i can clearly see that even back in its original years, this game was great. As for the tweaking, from what i've read, there were a few annoying things the original game had, like the whole triforce charts thing. However, Nintendo has tweaked the game to perfection, making it even better than it was before.

    A wonderful sequel to Ocarina of Time, this game is one any fan of the Legend of zelda games should get.    … Expand
  15. SwiftWaffles
    Feb 16, 2014
    9
    If you miss the fun in past Zelda games, Wind Waker HD is for you. It's everything you would expect, it follows the past Wind Waker perfectly and the actual HD feature looks beautiful. The mechanics are great, the gameplay is solid, and it's a great experience from old Zelda franchises.
  16. MasterLink
    Feb 24, 2014
    10
    The Legend of Zelda game with the most memorable characters made almost perfect with some amazing lightning effects and HD textures. For those who have played the original I don't need to mention how great this game is. For those who have never played the game and want to call themselves gamers, you owe it to yourselves to play this game. It's beautiful, calming, just magnificent.
  17. djjohnsson
    Mar 11, 2014
    10
    A fantastic adventure that feels as current, if not even more, then the actual games of today. Looks and play great. Probably the best The Legend of Zelda to date.
  18. DarkRPGamer007
    Apr 20, 2014
    10
    This isn't just an ordinary remake. This is the single best remake I have ever played. Showing off beautiful 1080p there are no complaints for this. Though it is not my favorite Wii U game, it comes in a close second
  19. Johnnyfaye-Hero
    Apr 27, 2014
    9
    Truly a well crafted piece of art work, it's hard to think that a ten year old game gets ready made into the greatest looking Zelda game of all time and one of the best Wii U games currently. Is it the best zelda game ever, some say yes, some say no. I can only say that it is my favourite Zelda game ever. The sea gives a certain joy to exploring that other games don't. The sun actuallyTruly a well crafted piece of art work, it's hard to think that a ten year old game gets ready made into the greatest looking Zelda game of all time and one of the best Wii U games currently. Is it the best zelda game ever, some say yes, some say no. I can only say that it is my favourite Zelda game ever. The sea gives a certain joy to exploring that other games don't. The sun actually makes you smile when you leave a dark cave, and happy when you look at waterfalls and cliffs a certain way that feels the same as sitting on a beach. Does this games charm and elegance make up for a boring ending? Yes it does. That is the only negative to this game. It possess all the strong elements you want...

    Strong story
    familiar elements
    looks amazing
    and new interesting world to explore.

    A must play game for zelda fans but if you do not like cell shading or cartoon like I would move on.    … Expand
  20. foxneo
    Sep 24, 2021
    10
    One of the best games on WII U, one of the best games ever released, one of the best games in my life.
  21. joaopontesvaz
    Nov 2, 2016
    10
    Graphics: 10 Sound: 9.5 Gameplay: 10 Fun/Story: 10

    First: i´m not a cel shading fan. Of course i´m not saying that it´s bad, and it isn´t. Sometimes it´s beautiful. Second: i love zelda, and in that time i really wanted a realistic zelda. After all this game is big because it proved by itself that it´s a masterpiece. Nintendo proved with this game that it´s a company apart from the rest    Graphics: 10 Sound: 9.5 Gameplay: 10 Fun/Story: 10

    First: i´m not a cel shading fan. Of course i´m not saying that it´s bad, and it isn´t. Sometimes it´s beautiful. Second: i love zelda, and in that time i really wanted a realistic zelda. After all this game is big because it proved by itself that it´s a masterpiece. Nintendo proved with this game that it´s a company apart from the rest and i explain why: 10 years later i played this game on WiiU and the feeling was... Breathtaking    … Expand
  22. luisflopez
    Jun 15, 2020
    9
    The thing The Wind Waker has going for above all other pre-BOTW Zeldas is its unrivaled sense of exploration and freedom. There's nothing quite like staring at the Great Sea and looking at the silouhettes of distant islands, waiting to be discovered. Wind Waker has one of the largest worlds in all of Zelda. But in a way, this is kind of a delusion, since most of the game's 49 island areThe thing The Wind Waker has going for above all other pre-BOTW Zeldas is its unrivaled sense of exploration and freedom. There's nothing quite like staring at the Great Sea and looking at the silouhettes of distant islands, waiting to be discovered. Wind Waker has one of the largest worlds in all of Zelda. But in a way, this is kind of a delusion, since most of the game's 49 island are really small in size. This was a slightly disappointing thing to realize, but we cannot forget that this is a 2002 game. Still, I think the game would have greatly benefited from including an additional large-sized island such as Dragon Roost or Windfall.

    Wind Waker's gameplay feels like a swift evolution of Ocarina and Majora. The combat is fun, introducing the ability to utilize enemies' weapons. One gripe I have with the combat is that Z-targeting feels really clunky and limited. You have to be really close to an enemy in order to target it. As for items, Wind Waker has a fantastic selection, and I really appreciate how useful most of the items are. It's not like Twilight Princess, where most items become souvenirs of their respective dungeons. Here you can even use most items in combat, like stealing treasures from foes with the grappling hook, or killing a miniboss with a single fire arrow.

    Wind Waker's dungeons are enjoyable and memorable, but I wish they included more difficult puzzles. As it is now, I think it's probably the easiest set of dungeons in any 3D Zelda. As most people know, Wind Waker had a rushed development cycle, and one dungeon was cut off from the game. This is truly a shame. It's not that the game feels incomplete as it is, but an additional dungeon would have certainly made it even more well-rounded.

    The story is simple but good, and contains plenty of cool references to Ocarina of Time. Wind Waker also has the most interesting and mature Ganondorf of any Zelda game. The world of the game feels lively and is packed with secrets to find. The art style speaks for itself, there's nothing I can say about it, aside that it looks great. Music is also good. It's not my favorite Zelda soundtrack, but that's just a matter of personal preference.

    The Wii U edition features a very good graphical overhaul, but I still think the original game looks better in some specific aspects. Some people won't like the amount of bloom effect this remake employs. This remake also introduced a faster sail for the boat, which is very appreciated, but it kind of defeats the whole point of controlling the wind direction with the wind waker. I think it is good for aliviating the tedium of travelling all over the map in end-game quests, but I also think the game gives it to the player way too early. This remake also cut parts of the infamous triforce quest, but I won't be commenting on that since I never played the original. Finally about the Wii U version, I have to say that framerate drops can be just baffling at times, and there's way too much pop-in in the great sea. Come on Nintendo, the Wii U is more capable than that.

    Boarding the King of Red Lions and setting sails into the unknown, that is what makes this game special among Zelda titles. Wind Waker is a game that has aged exceptionally well. It's no wonder people love it so much. It has its rough edges, sure, and it could be better in some areas, but it is still highly enjoyable if you like Zelda games or adventure games in general.

    Score: 9.1
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  23. TaraDarveaux
    Jun 5, 2014
    10
    An easier game in the Legend of Zelda franchise, but still extremely fun. The game-pad was very useful and cool as it was used for your map and items and so you didn't need to pause the game and go to a separate screen just to check the map quick or switch an item. Anyone from any age would enjoy this game.
  24. Hipster1989
    Jun 30, 2014
    9
    Wind Waker was a great gem back in 2003. Zelda: Wind Waker HD on the Wii U is even better.

    They have added game pad controls so the menus aren't clunky and you have instant access to them. They also have off screen play which is a nice bonus. Nintendo have added a hero mode to make the game harder as that was one of the complaints about the original. There is now miiverse support as    Wind Waker was a great gem back in 2003. Zelda: Wind Waker HD on the Wii U is even better.

    They have added game pad controls so the menus aren't clunky and you have instant access to them. They also have off screen play which is a nice bonus. Nintendo have added a hero mode to make the game harder as that was one of the complaints about the original.

    There is now miiverse support as well so if you get stuck you can ask for help. You can also post picture with the camera and post them on miiverse.

    Add gyro controls for aiming etc you have a massive improvement over the original and it is definitely worth replaying again as many games today lack that little something.    … Expand
  25. blopho
    Mar 13, 2015
    8
    This is a great game hampered by a few flaws.

    The Good: -Beautiful cell-shaded art design makes the game pop, visually. -The controls are mostly spot-on. -Story is captivating, even if it takes some detours. -Each new island you explore is unique and introduces new items/gameplay elements to be used for the rest of the game. -Combat/sword fights are fun and surprisingly    This is a great game hampered by a few flaws.

    The Good:

    -Beautiful cell-shaded art design makes the game pop, visually.

    -The controls are mostly spot-on.

    -Story is captivating, even if it takes some detours.

    -Each new island you explore is unique and introduces new items/gameplay elements to be used for the rest of the game.

    -Combat/sword fights are fun and surprisingly complex.

    -Creativity and charm ooze from this game.

    -Side quests give the game replay value.

    -The characters--in particular Link--have very expressive facial animations. This pretty much makes up for the lack of recorded dialog.

    The Bad:

    -No recorded dialog....it's all text, so get ready to read when you're playing this game.

    -There is no autosave and when you DO save and reload at a later time, it starts you at the BEGINNING of the level you're in every time. It's possible to spend 10 minutes or more just to get back to where you were when you autosaved. Apparently they forgot to update the save system from the 2002 Gamecube original. The game SHOULD just load at the exact spot where you saved or a nearby checkpoint--which many games do these days. But it doesn't. This is the game's biggest flaw.

    -The camera angle needs to be adjusted all the time. It's manageable, but can be slightly irritating.

    -Much of the time, you're given clues as to where you should go/what you should be doing through speech with other characters. However, there are times where the game really doesn't give you enough to go on and expects you to figure it out. It's like the exact opposite of games like Call of Duty, games that 'hold your hand' and give you hints as if you're an idiot. In these moments, if you're like me you'll break down and watch a YouTube playthrough of that particular section to figure out what the game should've been more clear about.

    -Although it technically is an open-world game, you aren't allowed to just wander out into the world within 20 minutes of starting the game. It's not a Fallout/GTA/Far Cry type of open world. It's closer to a Super Mario Brothers type of open world where you're only allowed to replays levels you've already been to, if only to look for other quests/stuff that you either missed or haven't unlocked yet.

    I recommend this game to die-hard RPG fans who can stomach some of the more frustrating aspects of this game. There's a great game to behold in there, but at times it can be buried in a lot of **** Just know what you're getting yourself into.    … Expand
  26. Lar372
    Jul 7, 2014
    8
    I'm not a Zelda veteran, and I've seldom sat down to put the time into a Zelda game since Ocarina of Time. I originally missed the Wind Waker due to being caught up in the frenzy that was Sony, so I have no original to compare it to.

    To start, I find the visuals beautiful, if this is upscaling I must say they have done a tremendous job, the aspect works perfectly being able to see far    I'm not a Zelda veteran, and I've seldom sat down to put the time into a Zelda game since Ocarina of Time. I originally missed the Wind Waker due to being caught up in the frenzy that was Sony, so I have no original to compare it to.

    To start, I find the visuals beautiful, if this is upscaling I must say they have done a tremendous job, the aspect works perfectly being able to see far off into the distance from a simple point is quite stunning.

    The use of the touchpad is done fairly well, although simply used for inventory purposes, it allows you to control it from the secondary screen while still being able to move.

    Gameplay wise, I've only just cleared the first dungeon, it has taken me quite some time to get into the game, this is possibly due to me not having huge excesses of time to play on it, I feel if I had a whole day to sit and play it I would get into it more, but at parts I can find it slightly drab and tedious.

    I think my reason for shying from Zelda games is because it's never had that experience point laden RPG experience I appreciate from so many other RPGs, I realise this isn't really the Zelda premise, but I sometimes think heralding back to the Zelda II: Links Adventure, may help the franchise slightly.    … Expand
  27. masterlinkace
    Jul 7, 2014
    10
    This game takes Wind Waker and smooths out the few rough edges. Wind Waker on the GameCube was already incredible, and now it's even better, this is in contention for the best Zelda game ever, this game is a must play.
  28. Hehle4
    Jul 23, 2014
    10
    A fantastic game that will give you extreme nostalgia. Great for Zelda beginners, and a little, fun, and quirky break for serious Zelda gamers. Really fun. The camera views are awesome, and gameplay is never too hard or boring. This would be number one recommended Wii U game, definitely.
  29. Stafmeister
    Jul 31, 2014
    10
    The original game was one of my favourites on the Gamecube. This remake recaptures the magic and looks a lot better on my TV than the old gamecube one does!
  30. Zeldafan19
    Aug 16, 2014
    10
    I believe that this is the single best Zelda game ever. Forget a Link to the Past, Ocarina of Time, and Majora's Mask, this is what Zelda should be like. By far my favorite game on Wii u (and I have A LOT of games), and a must-buy for anyone seeking an adventure. The dungeons are clever, the atmosphere is great, the world is huge, the items are cool, the story is memorable, and most ofI believe that this is the single best Zelda game ever. Forget a Link to the Past, Ocarina of Time, and Majora's Mask, this is what Zelda should be like. By far my favorite game on Wii u (and I have A LOT of games), and a must-buy for anyone seeking an adventure. The dungeons are clever, the atmosphere is great, the world is huge, the items are cool, the story is memorable, and most of all, the exploration never ends. Buy it now!… Expand
  31. GamersInk
    Aug 24, 2014
    9
    As an improvement on the original, Wind Waker HD offers Wind Waker with a little extra oomph.

    Controls are the standard of most Zelda games and with the addition of counter move in this game the combat is fluid and fun. The adaption of the pad's gyroscope allows for a more direct experience with certain items that allows the player to be more involved and works very well. Of course, the    As an improvement on the original, Wind Waker HD offers Wind Waker with a little extra oomph.

    Controls are the standard of most Zelda games and with the addition of counter move in this game the combat is fluid and fun. The adaption of the pad's gyroscope allows for a more direct experience with certain items that allows the player to be more involved and works very well. Of course, the player can choose to play the game in the original format which is always a plus.

    Wind Waker's world is massive and I mean massive. It's a gorgeous world to be explored but its sheer size means most of the map is empty with maybe a treasure here or there with most of it being rupees. That being said, one of the biggest problems was sailing was tedious if you wanted to explore in the original but this new one fixes it by offering a special item that cuts travel time quickly and allows the world to be explored more efficiently. Another improvement is the game's flow, modifications to a certain aspect of the game allows for the experience to feel more fluid and less choppy near the end. With these improvements, Wind Waker HD is without a doubt one of the best Zeldas.

    Also I just love the art style, it's very charming.    … Expand
  32. dandul9
    Sep 2, 2014
    10
    first this game is the best zelda game I've played the great open sea the nice dungeons the beautiful graphics awesome gameplay all together combine in this one masterpiece
  33. Rubinglass
    Sep 15, 2014
    10
    There's nothing to say about Wind Waker that hasn't been said before.
    With this remake, the game looks even more beautiful, the audio is even higher quality and the slight issues it had before are fixed.
    However, there were some other issues I had with it: I was a bit confused by the item-screen on the gamepad, and changing items using the touchpad scared me since I felt like I was    There's nothing to say about Wind Waker that hasn't been said before.
    With this remake, the game looks even more beautiful, the audio is even higher quality and the slight issues it had before are fixed.
    However, there were some other issues I had with it: I was a bit confused by the item-screen on the gamepad, and changing items using the touchpad scared me since I felt like I was scratching the screen trying to move the items. Just nitpicking. I like the idea but in my case it slowed me down a little. Also, aiming with the WiiU-gamepad was kind of difficult and left you vulnerable for slightly longer than necessary.
    Other than that, the new controls worked fine (although naturally it confused me at first, as someone used to playing it on the GameCube) and I had a blast playing it in it's new form.
    This game is special in many ways, it wasn't afraid to break new ground with it's visual artstyle back in 2002 and it looks fantastic in HD. The battles run smooth and are immensely fun, and the bosses are just as great. Sailing is faster, the part of the game labeled as the most tedious is shortened, and the newly added Tingle Bottles are a nice touch that I like way better than the Tingle Tuner.
    In conclusion, Wind Waker HD is worth its price. The developers took an already marvelous game and sprinkled some extra gloriousness on top of it.
    I can definitely recommend it.    … Expand
  34. TheSiriocaz
    Oct 27, 2014
    8
    An excellent combat system is Wind Waker's biggest strength, offering tactical and precise fights with a very nice variety of enemies. Gorgeous design and overall interesting puzzles are abundant as well, but you may be patient with the very tedious sailing mechanic, which is very important in this game.
  35. JT9588
    Jun 1, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing. Now I am not a diehard Zelda fan but I have played quite a few Zelda games before in my life and I have never had as much fun as this. The story is amazing, the art style is amazing, the feel is amazing, what else can I say? This is a must buy for anyone who owns a Wii U, 10/10.
  36. ced19
    Dec 5, 2014
    10
    Probably the best HD remake game I have ever played with some great improvements and beautiful HD graphics, in short it was amazing game on the gamecube and it's even better now on the Wii U
  37. Tbone413
    Feb 7, 2015
    10
    Without a doubt one of the best games ever. And probably the best remake ever, too. Everything also appears fixed in The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD. The graphics are incredible, the story is amazing and the gameplay is fun and exciting. A true Wii U masterpiece. 10/10
  38. magikarpow
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    Simple put.. absolutely amazing. They fixed everything wrong with the first game to make it into an even more enjoyable experience. It's so beautiful and has amazing dungeon exploring and puzzle solving. I also love Wind Waker's open world.
  39. TheGeekLantern
    Dec 29, 2014
    10
    A classic revisited. It is true that The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD was an time buyier for the Zelda fans until the Wii U exclusive, but the visuals, the Miiverse incursion, and the happiness to sail again in this big sea makes a delicious adventure cake. If you didnt played the Game Cube version, this is your chance to face one of the best games of the franchise.
  40. Numelon
    Feb 21, 2015
    10
    This game is just another complete rip-off of angry birds. The game itself is exactly the same except the graphics quality is much lower and the gameplay is significantly less user friendly.
  41. Vataro
    Mar 16, 2015
    10
    Eigentlich wusste ich schon etwaig , wie die Story ablaufen wird , da ich schon ein Let's Play dazu angeschaut habe , trotzdem konnte mich das Spiel dermaßen überzeugen in Punkto Freiheit und Gameplay , dass ich einfach 10 Punkte hergeben musste . Dieses Game steht auf Platz 5 meiner Top Zeldas , was aber eher positiv gesehen werden sollte ;) Das einzigste , was wirklich genervt hat , warEigentlich wusste ich schon etwaig , wie die Story ablaufen wird , da ich schon ein Let's Play dazu angeschaut habe , trotzdem konnte mich das Spiel dermaßen überzeugen in Punkto Freiheit und Gameplay , dass ich einfach 10 Punkte hergeben musste . Dieses Game steht auf Platz 5 meiner Top Zeldas , was aber eher positiv gesehen werden sollte ;) Das einzigste , was wirklich genervt hat , war das Geisterschiff zu finden . Die Triforcesuche wurde zwar verbessert , aber das hat mich dann schon echt aufgeregt . Neue Features wie das rote Segel oder die Tingleflaschen haben den Spielverlauf spannender und flüssiger gemacht , also kann ich nur sagen , dass dies ein gelungener Port war ^-^… Expand
  42. rosnk30
    Jun 21, 2015
    8
    A great zelda game bytheway...This time in high definition. Funny game with a certain challenge. Not the best zelda anyway, but great game after all. Amazing gameplay, sound na graphics. A "must buy" game.
  43. elephantmobber
    Jun 22, 2015
    9
    I really loved this game. I've never played the original, but this game was full of color and fun. The game itself had an easy game play and only a few issues with the auto-camera. Other than that this game more than met my expectations. The use of the map on the Wii U game pad was also a very nice touch.
  44. BanterMan
    Aug 20, 2015
    10
    Incredible game. Gameplay is gripping until the end, open world feature is outstanding. For every gamer, not just Zelda fans. This game inspired me to take an interest in Zelda and I am now a fan! :D
  45. RuiPTG
    Aug 22, 2015
    9
    I never played the original version, but this HD port is pretty great. It might not be the Zelda game some were hoping for on the Wii U, but it definitely has the dungeons, puzzles, and boss enemies the fans of the franchise love.
  46. guajefer
    Jul 8, 2016
    10
    El concepto de belleza hecho videojuego. Una aventura llena de sentimientos y épica con tu barquito navegando por el mar, descubriendo hasta el último rincón de cada isla. Una narrativa genial, jugabilidad digna de la saga Zelda y ciertas mejoras respecto al original.
  47. KimJongUNicorn
    Sep 18, 2015
    10
    This game is perfect in every way. The graphics are beautiful, the dungeons are epic, the characters are awesome, the gyro controls are seamless, and the camera controls like butter. It is amazing. If you played the original Wind Waker then go get this game it will bring back some memories. This is a must have.
  48. CntrlAltDel101
    Oct 1, 2015
    9
    Sometimes you play an HD remake it you realise it hasn't aged well. Nintendo did a great job applying a fresh coat of paint to a must play classic for any WII U owner.

    With slight tweaks to the interface and minor gameplay changes, I enjoyed this game every bit as much as I did back on the GAMECUBE.
  49. obthegeek
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    improves on every flaw the original had to make a perfect adventure game. this is what remakes should strive to be.
  50. awholenother
    Dec 14, 2015
    10
    i don't understand people caring as much about graphics as they do these days. i mean, i like looking at pretty things too, but, seriously, no one should ever demand for a game to look better than this. it is gorgeous, colorful, fun, outstanding. even the long stretches you spend sailing alone, which had to be put there in order for the game to load areas before you get to them, i thinki don't understand people caring as much about graphics as they do these days. i mean, i like looking at pretty things too, but, seriously, no one should ever demand for a game to look better than this. it is gorgeous, colorful, fun, outstanding. even the long stretches you spend sailing alone, which had to be put there in order for the game to load areas before you get to them, i think work in the game's advantage. this feels like a real adventure, and sometimes you're alone and lost in a huge ocean. may be the closest i've ever felt to being a hero.… Expand
  51. Fobmcrafi6
    Feb 16, 2016
    10
    The definitive way to play The Wind Waker: 105 out of 100. Bonus points for making the classic graphics look even more crisp and clean, Miiverse pictures that to this day are relevant on the internet, faster travel for those who thought the boat was too slow. Classic story-line that parallels its predecessors. Intense game-play that requires quick reaction time. Suspenseful story.The definitive way to play The Wind Waker: 105 out of 100. Bonus points for making the classic graphics look even more crisp and clean, Miiverse pictures that to this day are relevant on the internet, faster travel for those who thought the boat was too slow. Classic story-line that parallels its predecessors. Intense game-play that requires quick reaction time. Suspenseful story. Innovative artwork. Distinct characters. Side stories worth completing. Fun mini-games! THE CONTENT IS OUT OF CONTROL! In such a meticulous way that will keep its relevance throughout years and years to come!… Expand
  52. Alex2304
    Mar 13, 2016
    10
    One of the best games ever i love it its a mix between cartoon and hd grafics with new things and a great adventure , this game is better than art all looks awesome
  53. Roman_Jeros
    Apr 15, 2016
    10
    Excelente Juego por donde se le vea, gran historia, apartado artístico impecable, implementación de novedades estupenda... Sin duda alguna una maravillosa forma de traer a las nuevas generaciones esta magnifica obra... Una vez mas Nintendo demuestra que se puede mejorar lo que se pensaba inmejorable...
  54. UsrnameRay
    Apr 22, 2016
    10
    Yes, its way to late to say this, and no i do not care. Reviews are not about timing, its about REVIEWING.
    When I first saw the Wind Waker at age 5, i was obsessed. it was my first zelda game, and thus the bias is real. Little did i know, nintendo was going to make the game look better. The only question i had was HOW? how could it look any better? Then i saw it, and it hit me like a    Yes, its way to late to say this, and no i do not care. Reviews are not about timing, its about REVIEWING.
    When I first saw the Wind Waker at age 5, i was obsessed. it was my first zelda game, and thus the bias is real. Little did i know, nintendo was going to make the game look better. The only question i had was HOW? how could it look any better? Then i saw it, and it hit me like a train. immediately, the game looked absolutley beautiful. And still does. the gameplay, textures, and character models are a classic case of: 'if it aint broke, don't fix it.' However, the sailing has been, rather fitingly, fixed in every way. New features, including off- tv play, are more than welcome and result in a perfect blend of a nostalgic and fresh experience.    … Expand
  55. Animer6031
    Sep 18, 2016
    10
    This is my favorite Zelda games currently. Awesome graphic, awesome controlls (even I prefer the Gamecube controller), awesome history (similar to Ocarina Of Time history) and awesome new implementations (like using the Game Pad to use de Bow and Hookshot). For me this is the pefect Zelda currently.
  56. genaroagv
    May 21, 2016
    10
    El juego es fantastico y aunque ya hayas jugado su version anterior, los pulimientos y la mayor capacidad de exploración en esta remasterizacion, te hacen querer buscar todo, aunque ya sepas que ocurrirá, tiene tan buena vista, que ya no tiene ningún pero
  57. JayPenrith
    Jun 26, 2016
    10
    What can you say about a game that would need to follow legends like Ocarina and Majora's Mask? At first I was not convinced about the cartoon look but within a few minutes I found myself as engrossed in this game as in all of its predecessors, having played every single Zelda game there is, and played them out, this is a must have on the Wii U, you have not seen a game and how game playWhat can you say about a game that would need to follow legends like Ocarina and Majora's Mask? At first I was not convinced about the cartoon look but within a few minutes I found myself as engrossed in this game as in all of its predecessors, having played every single Zelda game there is, and played them out, this is a must have on the Wii U, you have not seen a game and how game play should be unless you have seen this game.… Expand
  58. RSD4G
    Jun 22, 2016
    10
    This game is truly remastered, the only things I didn't like in the first version are all different now. Traveling the world is so much easier with the new features, searching for treasure and everything in general got better.
    The graphics look great, even though I remember seeing them very similar in the gamecube version.
    This game also has amazing music and great characters. A must    This game is truly remastered, the only things I didn't like in the first version are all different now. Traveling the world is so much easier with the new features, searching for treasure and everything in general got better.
    The graphics look great, even though I remember seeing them very similar in the gamecube version.
    This game also has amazing music and great characters. A must have for everyone.

    The only thing I would've liked is to be able to see more of the underwater world. You know, if the main world is The Great Sea, being able to swim underwater and underwater places would've been great.    … Expand
  59. SimonD00
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    This game is magical, the pacing and story is amazing. All the major complaints from the first game have been fixed and what's left is probably one of the best games ever. I've heard that some people think that the triforce quest is boring but for me it was just a way too see the whole world that they had created easy 10/10
  60. Stlouzilla
    May 30, 2017
    10
    Wind Waker has always been a controversial and divisive entry in the LOZ series because of its art-style and sailing based exploration. Behind these bullet points is a remarkable Zelda game that is as clever and robust as any entry in the franchise. The HD remaster is truly beautiful and can visually stand alongside any game on the market, despite the fact that the original game wasWind Waker has always been a controversial and divisive entry in the LOZ series because of its art-style and sailing based exploration. Behind these bullet points is a remarkable Zelda game that is as clever and robust as any entry in the franchise. The HD remaster is truly beautiful and can visually stand alongside any game on the market, despite the fact that the original game was released in 2002. This is a credit to the cel shaded art style which provides a timeless storybook like presentation to the game.… Expand
  61. mefzeldernx
    Feb 18, 2018
    9
    Después de varios años regresa la historia náutica de Link y no podía verse mejor, "The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD" logra mejorar la experiencia de GameCube haciendo que la búsqueda de salvar a Zelda de Ganondorf sea un dibujo animado interactivo a doble pantalla.
    Una de las grandes virtudes es la posibilidad de navegar más rápido, corrigiendo uno de los elementos cuestionables en su    Después de varios años regresa la historia náutica de Link y no podía verse mejor, "The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD" logra mejorar la experiencia de GameCube haciendo que la búsqueda de salvar a Zelda de Ganondorf sea un dibujo animado interactivo a doble pantalla.
    Una de las grandes virtudes es la posibilidad de navegar más rápido, corrigiendo uno de los elementos cuestionables en su momento. Los controles se sienten muy bien, la interacción con el GamePad es muy cómoda, facilita mucho el uso de inventario y la Picto-Box.
    Ya era sabido que Wind Waker es un clásico, si tienes la chance de probarlo por primera vez hazlo sin dudarlo, ésta es una de las mejores aventuras de Link.    … Expand
  62. 2000mudkip
    Sep 6, 2017
    10
    This is a game with graphics that will never age, music that is amazing, and awesome gameplay. Screw the people who poop on this game. THIS GAME IS AWESOME! I would recommend this game to everyone and anyone. This game is as great as the great sea
  63. Focaccia
    Feb 20, 2017
    10
    This game improves on the original: the graphics are better, the camera is better, the controls are better, and the gamepad is an extremely useful addition because it allows you to swap the items in your inventory around without having to pause the game. The only problems I had with the original game have been mostly fixed: the sailing doesn't bore me or take too long anymore thanks to theThis game improves on the original: the graphics are better, the camera is better, the controls are better, and the gamepad is an extremely useful addition because it allows you to swap the items in your inventory around without having to pause the game. The only problems I had with the original game have been mostly fixed: the sailing doesn't bore me or take too long anymore thanks to the new quick sail and the tedious Triforce hunt has been (mostly) reduced to only 3 charts. This game is simply amazing and an incredible experience on the wii u.… Expand
  64. Linkfan
    Apr 2, 2017
    10
    This game completely OBLITERATES the original version, it's so awesome! It feels just like a new game. The cell-shaded graphics are just beautiful, and the soundtrack is neat too. The Triforce hunt is still pretty long, but it's much better in the HD version. The Wind waker HD definitely makes my top 3 zelda games.
  65. Ilicow
    Mar 9, 2017
    9
    The Legend of Zelda the Wind Waker HD is a wonderful adventure with beautiful graphics, and a great entry into the Zelda series. The Wii U gamepad is a great way to control the game. The gamepad allows you to switch your items while playing. There are so many great editions to the HD version, like the gyro controls, and the swift sail.

    In conclusion, this game is truly wonderful, it has    The Legend of Zelda the Wind Waker HD is a wonderful adventure with beautiful graphics, and a great entry into the Zelda series. The Wii U gamepad is a great way to control the game. The gamepad allows you to switch your items while playing. There are so many great editions to the HD version, like the gyro controls, and the swift sail.

    In conclusion, this game is truly wonderful, it has some flaws which lowers the score but it's still a very enjoyable expierence.    … Expand
  66. CH513
    Jan 13, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Similarly with Ocarina of Time, I never played the original Wind Waker for the GameCube, so I decided to try out the HD edition on Wii U. And I can say this: The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker is a truly beautiful game every Zelda fan should try out. It may not be as strong as Ocarina of Time or Twilight Princess, but it is still an amazing game (9/10 is a good score, right?).

    The game is set a few hundreds of years after Ocarina of Time's adult ending. The gods flooded the land of Hyrule after Ganondorf broke free of the seal that was cast on him in Ocarina of Time. The inhabitants of the kingdom fled to the mountains, which became small islands surrounded by a vast ocean. And so one day, a young boy named Link sets out from his home in Outset Island after his younger sister was taken by a huge bird creature. In his journey he meets a pirate girl named Tetra (who is actually Princess Zelda, yet she's unaware of it) and a talking boat named "King of Red Lions" (who is King Daphnes Nohansen Hyrule in disguise). The story is full of memorable and emotional moments, like usual in the Zelda franchise. The game has also a beautiful soundtrack, although not as great as the soundrack in Twilight Princess, it is indeed better than Ocarina of Time's. The character designs look very cartoonish, but they make the characters become very expressive, making the game very emotional. The dungeons are mostly well made, especially, IMO, the Earth Temple, which is my favorite in the game. I like how the items are used a lot outside of their dungeons. The game also has a bunch of fun sidequests that will keep you busy. And finding treasure boxes in the Great Sea feels so rewarding.

    However, the sailing periods are overly long; even after obtaining the Swift Sail, travelling between islands gets boring quickly. The game's puzzles are mostly easy in a negative way. Overall, the game is very easy, to the point I've never been killed, unlike in other Zelda games. The Triforce quest is somewhat painful to do (yet I'm aware that in the original game it was way longer). Sword training with this man named Orca is very repetitive. And I despise with passion those segents where you use the Deku Leaf to move platforms by blowing air on some weird mechanisms.

    Regardless, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker is a beautiful game that you will enjoy a lot.    … Expand
  67. eaboo316
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    I recently played through this game to get myself reacquainted with the Zelda series, and because it has been almost 13 (!) years since I last played the original that came out on Gamecube. It was a wonderful experience from beginning to end. The graphics and art are really clean and charming (I remember wanting it to be more "realistic" when the game came out in 2002, which I think isI recently played through this game to get myself reacquainted with the Zelda series, and because it has been almost 13 (!) years since I last played the original that came out on Gamecube. It was a wonderful experience from beginning to end. The graphics and art are really clean and charming (I remember wanting it to be more "realistic" when the game came out in 2002, which I think is silly and now I'm able to appreciate the art a lot more), and the storyline, characters, and pacing were all ideal. I really liked the integration with the Wii U gamepad - I thought it was strange at first but it became quickly intuitive, and it was a neat way to try to play the game more actively because although you could, you didn't have to pause every time you want to switch a new item in. The fighting, enemies, music, and the world are all classic Zelda with a twist, and I enjoyed every minute of it! I also liked the "social" aspect added in this game with the Tingle bottles, some of the messages and photos sent were hilarious.

    Overall, great game for both series fans and those new to the series! It was a wonderful, relaxing, and exciting experience to play through, and makes me want to replay the previous Zelda games as I was very young when most of them were released. There is plenty of exploration and wonder to experience side stories, and enough direction to make sure you are not disconnected from the main storyline and are engaged throughout. The "Zelda" character in this game also is one of my top two in the series. Classic Legend of Zelda magic right here :) Highly recommend.    … Expand
  68. Suzumiya1
    Apr 3, 2017
    10
    Excelente trabajo al elevar la calidad gráfica al juego y efectos ambientales, esa es la idea del re-lanzamiento del juego, buen trabajo señores de nintendo
  69. TheHumbleGamer
    Apr 25, 2017
    9
    No matter how hard I try, I cannot think of one bad thing to say about this game.
    I had far too much fun getting buried in its atmosphere and solving its many puzzles and dungeons.
    I never did play the original gamecube version of this game, so I cannot compare the two, but this game is beautiful and fun and it was a real joy to have experienced playing it blind. I cannot begin to    No matter how hard I try, I cannot think of one bad thing to say about this game.
    I had far too much fun getting buried in its atmosphere and solving its many puzzles and dungeons.
    I never did play the original gamecube version of this game, so I cannot compare the two, but this game is beautiful and fun and it was a real joy to have experienced playing it blind.

    I cannot begin to describe my joy as I look back upon my time with this game, it truly was a once in a lifetime experience.    … Expand
  70. DemianGames
    Apr 22, 2017
    9
    This is my very first Zelda game I play through, and I love it. I love the story, characters and gameplay!
    Only thing that can be frustrating sometimes is if you don't know what to do, but everything else is perfect!
  71. BoyEx7490et
    May 27, 2021
    10
    The Legend of Zelda The Wind Waker the story of the Hero of time regain the Mastersword to restore peace to the land of Hyrule awaken the wind waker to sail the Great Sea's and Ocean's of Hyrule so as to defeat Ganon with the Mastersword once again in the great story of the Hero of time The Legend of Zelda the Wind Waker great Platforming fun addictive gameplay another great Zelda game toThe Legend of Zelda The Wind Waker the story of the Hero of time regain the Mastersword to restore peace to the land of Hyrule awaken the wind waker to sail the Great Sea's and Ocean's of Hyrule so as to defeat Ganon with the Mastersword once again in the great story of the Hero of time The Legend of Zelda the Wind Waker great Platforming fun addictive gameplay another great Zelda game to add to ur Legend of Zelda Collection. :)… Expand
  72. BluesBrothers
    Jul 25, 2017
    9
    The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD is filled to the brim with charm, adventure, and crystal clear visuals. It either trims the things that were unnecessary in the original, or adds new items such as the swift sail to freshen up the experience. However, it tries to make the triforce piece quest less tedious, and it doesn't fully succeed. Wind Waker HD does excel through theirThe Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD is filled to the brim with charm, adventure, and crystal clear visuals. It either trims the things that were unnecessary in the original, or adds new items such as the swift sail to freshen up the experience. However, it tries to make the triforce piece quest less tedious, and it doesn't fully succeed. Wind Waker HD does excel through their dungeons, and this version of Ganondorf is by far the best in the Zelda series. Overall, this is an amazing experience that will leave you laughing at Link's hilarious expressions or make you scream in delight when you defeat a boss.… Expand
  73. Haaxey
    Aug 21, 2017
    10
    Beautiful Graphics, Good Gameplay and epic Sea-Exploration! This is the Perfect game for Someone to start playing Zelda! For me, this is THE BEST Wii U game. (with exeption on BOTW)
  74. Retro_indepecat
    Sep 1, 2017
    10
    The original was from the other world, the idea, the graphics... but this is still better, why? Because you play it on HDMI! i love play games again if its on HDMI!!
  75. gun_luis
    Sep 11, 2017
    9
    Perfecta adaptación de la Game Cube.
    Un imprescindible a mi parecer, aunque sea una remasterizacion.
    Quizás el Zelda mas raro, pero también el mas vistoso
  76. Sausage22
    Nov 7, 2017
    9
    Most stylish Zelda game of all time, improved Trioforce quest, added faster sail and remixed music. And it's just a wind waker, great game. A waste that you can't turn off the shaders.
  77. Fabbi
    Feb 8, 2018
    9
    Es uno de los mejors The legen of zelda pero en HD que mas se puede pedir graficos hermosos, un control intuitivo y comodo, mecanicas geniales, una historia asombrosa basicamente casi todo es perfecto lo unico es que se vuelve algo aburrido tanto navegar pero nada mas es genial Altamente recomendable
  78. Adubis27
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    The user score for WWHD and WW went from 9.0 to 8.9, so I'll give the score this game deserves like I did with the original. 10/10
  79. KokiH
    Jan 30, 2018
    10
    The quality of the sea in this game is beautiful you feel want to go every place of the map. The character is cute and it made everything better by changing to HD. The idea of the item and playing different type of music is something that is used in a lot of zelda series but this one had a lot of different types used in different stages.
  80. thecosmicwriter
    Mar 19, 2018
    10
    wind waker HD the first Zelda game I ever played and it ensured it would not be the last. It has memorable characters and a very good story with an emotionally satisfying ending that leaves me with a warm feeling in my heart when I think of this game. The art style is beautiful and the open world of the great sea is fantastic with great looking water, dynamic gameplay and a whole host ofwind waker HD the first Zelda game I ever played and it ensured it would not be the last. It has memorable characters and a very good story with an emotionally satisfying ending that leaves me with a warm feeling in my heart when I think of this game. The art style is beautiful and the open world of the great sea is fantastic with great looking water, dynamic gameplay and a whole host of unique islands to explore. The dungeons, bosses and puzzles are fantastic. The enemies are unique, easily distinguishable and blend interesting and amazing combat with their personality and have I mentioned the terrific music? Overall this is one of my favourite games of all time and will always have a place in my heart as my first Zelda game.… Expand
  81. Edgard86
    May 22, 2018
    10
    Jogo lindo, gráfico tem a cara do jogo, jogabilidade ótima, Dungeons muito legais. Umdigno jogo pra franquia. Parabens Nintendo.
  82. FTM
    May 21, 2018
    10
    A stunning masterpiece in every sense of the word.

    + The game is beautiful, and is one of the few Zelda games to have not aged a day, mostly due to the amazing cell shaded art style + The story is actually quite dark, and is really engrossing and fun + the world begs to be explored, and sailing the Great Sea is one of the best things to do in a Zelda game. + This game has    A stunning masterpiece in every sense of the word.

    + The game is beautiful, and is one of the few Zelda games to have not aged a day, mostly due to the amazing cell shaded art style

    + The story is actually quite dark, and is really engrossing and fun

    + the world begs to be explored, and sailing the Great Sea is one of the best things to do in a Zelda game.

    + This game has easily the best iteration of Ganondorf. He actually has a character with motivations other than a generic evil guy.

    + The sidequests are really fun, and the minigames are some of the best in the series.

    + The music is ungodly.

    +The gameplay actually has a lot of depth to it, which is much appreciated.

    + Every dungeon is really well deigned and immensely fun to run complete

    + Medli automatically makes this game at least an eight.

    - The triforce gathering segment, while greatly improved over the original, is still quite boring. the mini dungeons are really fun, but paying tingle to unscramble three charts is not very fun    … Expand
  83. mario_sparrow93
    Apr 16, 2018
    10
    Esto es una lección de como hacer un remaster como Dios manda. Yo no jugué a este juego en su momento...pero si os digo la verdad no entiendo por qué fue tan defenestrado dentro de la saga de Zelda en su época, porque para mí es el juego más encantador y entrañable que he visto de la saga (en lo que llevo jugado, que tampoco he jugado a todos). Gráficamente, como sabéis los veteranos, seEsto es una lección de como hacer un remaster como Dios manda. Yo no jugué a este juego en su momento...pero si os digo la verdad no entiendo por qué fue tan defenestrado dentro de la saga de Zelda en su época, porque para mí es el juego más encantador y entrañable que he visto de la saga (en lo que llevo jugado, que tampoco he jugado a todos). Gráficamente, como sabéis los veteranos, se trata de un cell-shading. Pero con este remaster (basándome en lo poco que he visto de la versión original) lo han mejorado de una manera abismal este apartado: se han mejorado mucho las sombras, los efectos de iluminación, las texturas, los detalles de los escenarios, los colores son mucho más vivos...y todo a una resolución de 1080p y 60 fps.

    Respecto a la jugabilidad, no hay mucho que comentar...un ZELDA, o sea muy BUENA XD. Con las típicas mazmorras, los típicos puzzles, los típicos objetos y por lo que he oído en este remaster se han dinamizado también los viajes en barco que parece ser que fue uno de los aspectos más criticados de la versión original.

    Todo se desarrolla en un entorno rollo "tropical del Pacífico" que es precioso y fresco dentro de la saga Zelda. La historia es muy eficaz, el típico cuento de hadas que nos acostumbra la saga, pero aquí con personajes que sin ser muy complejos me han parecido especialmente adorables y entrañables y ofreciéndonos posiblemente uno de los mejores Ganondorf y uno de los finales más épicos que he visto en un Zelda.

    En fín, una aventura preciosa en todos los aspectos. Por favor, no se la pierdan por su apartado artístico "infantil". La obsesión del público por un Zelda más oscuro y adulto ha hecho que se haya arremetido contra este juego de forma injusta cuando en realidad es tan bueno como Twilight Princess, o incluso un poquito mejor en algunos aspectos.    … Expand
  84. XV_
    Jan 12, 2020
    8
    When I was a teenager and the original Wind Waker came out, it blew my mind, I loved the art style and the sense of adventure, everything seemed perfect except for some minor issues, now replaying it, I see why I loved it (I still do) however, its flaws are more noticeable.

    As far as remasters go, this HD revisión pretty nails it, the cel-shaded effect is not exactly the same but it    When I was a teenager and the original Wind Waker came out, it blew my mind, I loved the art style and the sense of adventure, everything seemed perfect except for some minor issues, now replaying it, I see why I loved it (I still do) however, its flaws are more noticeable.

    As far as remasters go, this HD revisión pretty nails it, the cel-shaded effect is not exactly the same but it looks good, there are not a lot of modifications which make your experience more or less the same as the original, one welcomed addition is the introduction of a faster boat veil which is not tied to the direction of the wind, this veil comes at 2/3 of the game, so is more like an endgame item and doesn't affect your playthrough as intended. Another addition is to change items with your Wii U Pad, you don't need to pause the game in order to access your items, however, the game was not intended for this active system, so at least when you're fighting, expect to pause the game and change your item or be prepared for some annoying moments otherwise. There is also a message system (that was replaced with the GBA compatibility of the original) which sounds a lot like the message system of Dark Souls but it was part of the Miiverse ecosystem that has long gone, so I couldn't try it at all.

    As for a Zelda game is a solid entry, although it has pretty noticeable flaws, the most important to me is its linearity, from the start and till completing 1/3 of the game, you can't sail to wherever you like, your boat, in a Fi fashion (from Skyward Sword) will tell you that he doesn't recommend you to go to "X" way and reallocates you to the right way, this is pretty upsetting since the sea is there for you to conquer it but you can't. Another thing is the difficulty, you can play it in Hero mode from the start which is nice but is still pretty easy, the enemies with a few exceptions have pretty noticeable attack patterns, so you will be exploiting them a lot, also the dungeons are OK with the last one being pretty bad and annoying, the boss fights are fun but also incredibly easy and formulaic.

    For the good aspects, I loved the story, it has some nice twists and turns and also thanks to the art style it also tells it in an expressive fashion like no other Zelda before, to me there is no better iteration of Ganondorf, it feels like a human and he gives one of the most memorable fights and moments at the end of the game, it makes worth your time just to see what I'm talking about. Once you break the linearity barrier, Wind Waker offers a nice freedom of exploration, for budget reasons, there are not a lot of islands like towns (there are like 3 only) but in every island or "corner" of the sea is a treasure or a secret waiting for you, so it gives a nice sense of exploration, merge it with an outstanding score (which was also rearranged but is still true to the original) and you will have an amazing time onwards. As for the art style which was heavily criticized back in the day, it has aged like wine, maybe it was developed that way because of budget reasons but it turned out great, Link and every character has a lot of soul, mainly because it's easy to see their expressions through their eyes or animation.

    Maybe in some aspects, WW has not aged that well, but in anothers it broke the pass of time, is not a hardcore Zelda by any means but it has a lot of charm and pleasure to be had nonetheless, I think this is a nice introduction to the Zelda universe to a newcomer or someone that is not that "hardcore" with videogames.    … Expand
  85. LeoChikis
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This was the first Zelda game I´ve ever played, and I love it. It has a great emotional meaning for me and it´s so good.
    in the Wii U it looks so beautiful, I really got in love with this game.
  86. WaluigiOverlord
    May 15, 2018
    8
    This game is great. First off the art style is charming and beautiful, and there is not a single part of the game that wasn't visually stunning. It is a lengthy adventure with an amazing sound track and fun dungeons...Except for one, leading to the problems. First off, the pacing in the game is really wonky, going from an extremely slow and dull first mini-dungeon to a fast-paced sailingThis game is great. First off the art style is charming and beautiful, and there is not a single part of the game that wasn't visually stunning. It is a lengthy adventure with an amazing sound track and fun dungeons...Except for one, leading to the problems. First off, the pacing in the game is really wonky, going from an extremely slow and dull first mini-dungeon to a fast-paced sailing section. Also, one of the later dungeons, the Wind Temple, was confusing to the point where it had no enjoyment in it, just torment, despite it using one of my favorite items in the series. Overall, this game is pretty good, but has many flaws.… Expand
  87. mr123
    May 21, 2018
    10
    The thing is I did not play this game on the gamecube but I still think this game is a masterpiece. With different islands and sailing it makes the game feel like a true adventure. Plus if you pick the main quest or side quests they are just as fun as each other. Thus giving the player more freedom on what to do and when to do it. Which means at the end of the game there will be a bad miniThe thing is I did not play this game on the gamecube but I still think this game is a masterpiece. With different islands and sailing it makes the game feel like a true adventure. Plus if you pick the main quest or side quests they are just as fun as each other. Thus giving the player more freedom on what to do and when to do it. Which means at the end of the game there will be a bad mini quest. OH CRAP THERE IS! Luckily it is not to bad. Unlike the gamecube version where IT SUCKED. It still feels right at home. But I think the boss with ganon is underwhelming. But I give this game a near perfection rating of 9.7/10 ( It will still be a 10 on the website )… Expand
  88. Pakon
    Jun 16, 2018
    10
    An amazing remaster of a spectacular Legend of Zelda game. By fixing some issues Nintendo made this great Gamecube game not only look and perform even better but also look like it is a modern video game.
  89. JuanPablo21G
    Jun 26, 2018
    10
    The legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, en su época, causo controversia y molestia de los fans, que lo maltrataron por su apartado gráfico caricaturesco. Sin embargo, quienes lo jugaron de verdad en Gamecube, y quienes probaron el remake de este juego en HD en Wii U, saben que tiene una de las mejores historias de un The Legend of Zelda y como juego en si es muy completo, una larga duración,The legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, en su época, causo controversia y molestia de los fans, que lo maltrataron por su apartado gráfico caricaturesco. Sin embargo, quienes lo jugaron de verdad en Gamecube, y quienes probaron el remake de este juego en HD en Wii U, saben que tiene una de las mejores historias de un The Legend of Zelda y como juego en si es muy completo, una larga duración, mundo muy bien adaptado (me gusta mucho el gran mar y la isla de los orni), el villano (Ganon) mejor desarrollado de la saga, y este juego de verdad es de los que envejece bien ya que los gráficos caricaturescos dentro de varios años se seguirán viendo bien, incluso este juego en la Gamecube de hace mas de 10 años, a día de hoy se ve muy bien y cuando lo miras dices: "que bonito y que bien se ven los gráficos caricaturescos de esa época". Esta versión de Wii U la verdad es muy buena ya que el control en si es mejor que el de Gamecube a mi gusto, y es mas fácil acceder a las opciones y equipar objetos o guardar la partida, lo único que le cambiaron es la dificultad en algunos momentos del juego. Sigue siendo el mismo juego de hace más de 10 años, pero tanto si lo jugaste en Gamecube, como si no lo has jugado, vale la pena comprarlo para Wii U, por la mejora de gráficos, texturas, y no tiene bajones de fps, el juego en si es muy estable. No conforme con eso, también el juego es bueno por que te engancha a que te lo pases mas de 1 vez. Si tienes Wii U y si eres fan de The Legend of Zelda, debes tener este juego si o si.… Expand
  90. mikwee
    Jul 8, 2018
    10
    Just awesome. Except Forsaken Fortress. It’s just Metal Gear Solid in a Fortress.
  91. Pippas1
    Oct 23, 2018
    10
    Wind Waker HD breaks past every other game in one key aspect - its childlike sense of discovery and adventure. Being my first Zelda game, setting off on a voyage was a trip into a series full of amazing characters, difficult dungeons and timeless stories, and WW is the perfect example of this. 10-10
  92. Ernest_Figueroa
    Nov 23, 2018
    9
    Este re lanzamiento mejora la visual y en la navegación que potencia mucho el juego, atrae mucho mas que la versión de gamucube.
  93. AxemmelaGX
    Dec 27, 2018
    8
    Very nice looking game with satisfying combat and decent puzzles. This game is best for gamers new to the Legend of Zelda franchise.
  94. druidbariandjin
    Jan 8, 2019
    10
    While the original is fondly remembered as the gem it is, I don't think enough people got the chance to experiment this "newer" gem due the wii u low sales. The remake only enhances the already good game, and its world looks even prettier. Almost makes me hope theres a switch version too just so more people can experiment what Im considering the best rendition of Wind Waker (and thus oneWhile the original is fondly remembered as the gem it is, I don't think enough people got the chance to experiment this "newer" gem due the wii u low sales. The remake only enhances the already good game, and its world looks even prettier. Almost makes me hope theres a switch version too just so more people can experiment what Im considering the best rendition of Wind Waker (and thus one of the best zelda games)… Expand
  95. lalapetizoo
    Dec 9, 2021
    9
    One of the best Zelda games and 100% worth it to buy a Wii U for. It fixes on all of the issues of the original and keeps true to the experience. My only complaint would be that the bloom effect looks weird on some places, but other than that it’s great.
  96. iMustang
    Mar 24, 2019
    8
    For years I had been wanting to give The Legend of Zelda The Wind Waker a second chance, and thanks to Nintendo I got to play this game beautifully remastered on the Wii U, and I'm glad that was the case because the power of HD really brought out the beauty of this great game. Despite the fact that the majority of the largest plot points were spoiled for me prior to playing it, myFor years I had been wanting to give The Legend of Zelda The Wind Waker a second chance, and thanks to Nintendo I got to play this game beautifully remastered on the Wii U, and I'm glad that was the case because the power of HD really brought out the beauty of this great game. Despite the fact that the majority of the largest plot points were spoiled for me prior to playing it, my enjoyment of the game was not hindered in the slightest. The characters were fun and colorful, and the art was a fun change in the classic franchise. I do wish the game had more side quests available beyond treasure maps, which to me left a lot of wasted potential with such a big sea. But I'll give them credit that with it being a Gamecube game there was only so much they could do, and the amount of content in Windmill Village made up for it. Wind Waker may not have made my top favorite Zelda games list, but it definitely made for an amazing experience I'm sure I'll relive again one day.… Expand
  97. hirschlord
    Mar 16, 2019
    6
    its nice but some way boring . i dont like water in games and dont like sail around for hours
  98. giannis2001
    Sep 4, 2022
    9
    Wind Waker HD is a huge improvement of the original, which is a great way to experience this amazing game. The visuals are stunning and there are some other stuff added to make things easier.

    This game is amazing. Great dungeons, a huge astounding map to explore, no loading times when arriving in locations and a very unique artstyle to the series which fits perfectly with the sea/pirate    Wind Waker HD is a huge improvement of the original, which is a great way to experience this amazing game. The visuals are stunning and there are some other stuff added to make things easier.

    This game is amazing. Great dungeons, a huge astounding map to explore, no loading times when arriving in locations and a very unique artstyle to the series which fits perfectly with the sea/pirate theme. Also, the soundtrack is what you would expect to be like in every Zelda game.

    A must play game.    … Expand
  99. MatthewDavisMed
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    Improving nearly every aspect on the surprisingly incredible Gamecube game. Wind Waker HD not only looks better than ever, but also improves so many mechanics that kinda got a bit frustrating in the original. Sailing feels more epic than ever, the ending quest isn't as irritating as the original, and the graphics make this game better looking than ever. It just shows how to make an alreadyImproving nearly every aspect on the surprisingly incredible Gamecube game. Wind Waker HD not only looks better than ever, but also improves so many mechanics that kinda got a bit frustrating in the original. Sailing feels more epic than ever, the ending quest isn't as irritating as the original, and the graphics make this game better looking than ever. It just shows how to make an already awesome game and make it even better!… Expand
  100. PPko
    Apr 27, 2023
    9
    A classic Zelda game that manages to set itself apart from the rest — unique graphics, playful character designs, enchanting music, and a surprising plot. The swift sail and the 2nd screen are marked improvements. It's fun to sail the open seas and discover new islands (but it can still get tedious late-game). The parry mechanic is cool but the combat is too easy to make it a requiredA classic Zelda game that manages to set itself apart from the rest — unique graphics, playful character designs, enchanting music, and a surprising plot. The swift sail and the 2nd screen are marked improvements. It's fun to sail the open seas and discover new islands (but it can still get tedious late-game). The parry mechanic is cool but the combat is too easy to make it a required skill. Overall, this game is just charming as all get-out. Oh, and Tower Of The Gods is a banger of a dungeon!… Expand
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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

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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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