The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker

1. JonS

   Jun 24, 2009

   10

   Okay, so maybe it doesn't deserve a perfect score. Sure there's like two bits where i got stuck or kind of bored but the sheer wall Okay, so maybe it doesn't deserve a perfect score. Sure there's like two bits where i got stuck or kind of bored but the sheer wall of content that is enjoyable and intriguing to the very end is just exceptional, if i could 9.8.… Expand

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2. Rstiles7

   May 16, 2017

   10

   Sometimes games seem to get better as time goes by, meaning that a game that doesn't get the praise it deserves when it first comes out laterSometimes games seem to get better as time goes by, meaning that a game that doesn't get the praise it deserves when it first comes out later on does get praised. This is definitely the case with The Wind Waker. When it was first revealed, people instantly started hating it because it wasn't a realistic looking Zelda game along the lines of Ocarina of Time or Twilight Princess. However, I found Wind Waker to be vastly superior to both of those games in almost every way. First off, the story. Wind Waker's story is a much more unique and interesting narrative than almost any Zelda game prior to it had. Hyrule barely even exists within the game, and instead Link sets out on his journey on board a small boat into a huge open ocean with plenty of places to explore in order to rescue his kidnapped sister from a massive bird within an area known as the Forsaken Fortress. Along the way, he eventually learns that he must defeat Ganondorf, the leader of the Forsaken Fortress, in order to restore peace to the world once and for all. Though it's not the best story we've seen in any Zelda game, it's still a great narrative. Next, lets talk about the aspect of this game that fans are the most split on: the sea. Personally, I love the sea, because it really helps capture the feeling of being on a grand adventure by having both large and small islands that are either required to visit or exist for the purpose of being completely optional to visit. But regardless, it is one of my personal favorite over worlds of any Zelda game and one that looks truly amazing. Also, just like most other Zelda games, Wind Waker is home to some very enjoyable gameplay and combat elements that keep the game from feeling stale at all. The dungeon and temple design within this game is fantastic as well, as it is home to some of absolute favorite temples in the entire franchise, most notably the Earth Temple. However, there are some bad moments within the game, the sailing may eventually start to feel tedious after awhile and the Triforce Scavenger Hunt is insanely monotonous (though it can be fun at times as well).
   
   In conclusion, The Legend of Zelda The Wind Waker is a truly amazing Zelda experience unlike any other that easily trumps Ocarina of Time in nearly every conceivable way. And the HD remake of this masterpiece is just another example of how less realistic graphics can still look breathtaking.… Expand

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4. CharlesJ.

   Apr 12, 2003

   10

   The most stunning, puzzle filled, action filled dungeons ive ever played!

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5. SamA.

   May 9, 2003

   10

   Just got it and it is the best game ever! When you see the screenshots of it it looks rubbish but in action its as smooth as a babies bum. Just got it and it is the best game ever! When you see the screenshots of it it looks rubbish but in action its as smooth as a babies bum. 10/10? Definitely… Expand

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6. Kilik

   Apr 11, 2003

   9

   Were gonna get some action yeah were gonna get some action soon trapped in a world of ordinary nightmares...blah blah cant remember-does Were gonna get some action yeah were gonna get some action soon trapped in a world of ordinary nightmares...blah blah cant remember-does anyone believe this is me i tried to tell you there is something like that more to meeeeee. I tried to tell you. Yeah this is a good game. The camera is good whoever that was that said that probably has no coordination and cant reallly use the controller. The story is good as for the guy who said it doesn't make sense go back to pre school it is very simple. a good game . play . it. now.… Expand

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7. Uncle_Steve

   Jul 14, 2021

   9

   The most fascinating and unique Zelda game in my opinion. The ocean world is very big, the story is simple and gripping and the dungeons areThe most fascinating and unique Zelda game in my opinion. The ocean world is very big, the story is simple and gripping and the dungeons are fun, albeit very easy. With more development time, there definitely could've been more. It included a bonus Disk with Ocarina of Time, which made this game a phenomenal value for 60 bucks back then in 2003.… Expand

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8. JayB.

   Sep 28, 2003

   0

   Even if this game had the best graphics in the world, this would probably be one of the most overrated, poorly designed games I have ever Even if this game had the best graphics in the world, this would probably be one of the most overrated, poorly designed games I have ever bought in my life, being made only as a result of the publicity and money made from Ocarina of Time. Stop giving this sorry game pity votes!… Expand

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