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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
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The first 3D Legend of Zelda game, Ocarina of Time was created for the Nintendo 64 in 1998 and introduced innovative mechanics such as Z-targeting as well as many of the series' other trademarks. It has frequently been ranked as the greatest game of all time by many publications.
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"After more than a decade, portability and a lovely visual makeover are just bonus features for a game that holds up as well as Ocarina of Time."
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A Timeless Classic

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is a timeless masterpiece that has left an indelible mark on the world of gaming. Since its release, it has captivated millions with its enchanting tale, innovativ… Read more

The first 3D Action-Adventure masterpiece

Ocarina of Time was the new benchmark for action-adventure games at the time, it created a new standart that it was impossible to think any game would do it again. When the game started I wasn't so su… Read more

The most influential game ever made, But is a bit overrated

Ocarina of Time..... The game that everyone thinks is a 10/10 game.... Not to me. Don't get me wrong, I love this game but..... It is overrated. The Story The events of Ocarina of Time are set in the… Read more

HYEAH HUP HYAH HUP HYAH HYEAH

Just beat this game for the first time and although its not the masterpiece everyone says it is, I had a ton of fun and it is definitely up there in my "favourite games" category. Plot: Link or [Inser… Read more

Fantastic!

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is the ultimate classic adventure and the closest a game has and ever will get to pure perfection. It is deserving of recognition, preservation and access by futur… Read more

An unpopular opinion of a popular game

Brace yourselves, this one's gonna sting.... The 3D Zelda games bore me. Okay, I can't say that with absolute certainty: I've never touched Twilight Princess or Skyward Sword . But the rest? Yawns apl… Read more

The Game of Legends

To me, "Ocarina of Time" is one of the greatest games ever made as well as my personal favorite Zelda game... At the time of creation this game was a huge step forward for the series being the first 3… Read more

A pioneering great that is severely showing its age.

The Short Pros - Pioneered 3D action games with a control scheme still used to this day - Massive sprawling adventure across unique dungeons and locations - Good music (see below) - Transition between… Read more

A highly well-executed transition into the third dimension.

The jump to the third dimension is always a risky move for a traditionally 2D series. Obviously, the addition of another dimension will drastically change how a series operates, sometimes changing it… Read more

a fantastic journey

The legend of Zelda ocarina of time is a fantasticly epic journey years ahead of its time.this like many zelda games before it this game takes place in the land of hyrule with them for the first time… Read more

Deserves the hype

The title of this review says it all. The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time has everything gamers want in an adventure game. In terms of presentation, Nintendo brings out a top-notch performance. The mu… Read more

There are many stories, but only one Legend.

As nearly any gamer now knows, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is the beginning of the Zelda saga, portraying the first time that the destinies of Link, Zelda, and Ganon become intertwined with t… Read more

Set the Industy Standard

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, released in 1998 for the Nintendo 64 has perhaps advanced the medium of video games more than any other single game in history. Just this week, for the first time… Read more

Overblown Comparisons; or the Homeric Ocarina.

If ever there was a representation of the collective mythoi of our society in video game form; traversing the traditional narrative of a journey of discovery, growth and maturity, it would undoubtedly… Read more

Ocarina Of Time leaves all who play it breathless and impressed.

The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time is an Action/Adventure game developed by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64, and it's the fifth instalment in the Zelda series. Ocarina Of Time is widely regarded as one… Read more

The game that made so many of us gamers.

Art & Music The use of color in this game was one of its distinguishing features, as the dungeons and various zones would often characterize themselves by fully embracing a singular feature of the… Read more

Ocarina Of Time leaves all who play it breathless and impressed.

The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time is an Action/Adventure game developed by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64, and it's the fifth instalment in the Zelda series. Ocarina Of Time is widely regarded as one… Read more

Defining a Classic

It is hard to look at a game almost eleven years after it's release, and say something new that has not been said already. It is hard even define what makes a game like Ocarina of Time so memorable, s… Read more

A true classic loaded with quality and nostalgia

Ocarina of Time was revolutionary, without a doubt. It showed people what games can do and provided an enjoyable experience for those who played it back in the day. I have never appreciated OoT as muc… Read more

Nearly perfect

The Zelda series has always held a dear place in many a gamer's heart, mine included. I could rant about the history of the series or of Link himself, but there's really no point. Let's get right to t… Read more

Amazing

All I can say is that Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time is my 3rd favorite game ever (behind Mario 64 and SSBB) I can't saw much their are no flaws It's perfect and if you have never played it your luck… Read more

simply great

i didnt play very many games when i was younger..i barly played any..this is the game that got me into gaming..and that is somthing special..im sure every person knows the game that got them started a… Read more

The best Virtual Console game you'll ever see.

Absolutely no words can describe how good this game is. The game literally sucks you in as soon as you grab the controller and start the game. This is the most epic and without a doubt the best game I… Read more

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Ocarina of Time has aged with perfect grace.

Ocarina of Time is without a doubt one of my favorite games of all time. I wouldn't even know where to rank it. It's probably not my favorite Zelda though, I would give that to Link to the Past withou… Read more

My personal favorite game of all time

I was 9 when I got this game for christmas, I immediately began to play it. At this age I found the game particularly challenging, but I was never frustrated to point where I would call it quits. Now… Read more

The best game of all time

This ,in my opinion, is the best game of all time. Ocarina of time with it's great graphics, terrific gameplay, enchanting storyline and brain bending puzzles this is a nearly perfect game. This game… Read more

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Link at his finest.

As far as works of art go The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is up there with the Best-of-the-Best. And in my opinion this game is answerable only to Wind Waker (Yes thats right) From waking up in K… Read more

Ocarina of Time has remained on the top for 10 years.

The Good: Satisfying story - Variety of unique weapons and equipment used to complete the tasks ahead - Great boss fights - Outstanding visual design - Sharp control. The Bad: Not being able to walk i… Read more

Ocarina of Time is the greatest game ever created. Yup.

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is THE GREATEST video game that I've ever played (and I've played quite a few video games in my time). Now, before I begin, I'm going to make one thing perfectly clear… Read more

Best Zelda game around and thats saying something

When the N64 launched Mario gave us a memorable experiences and fans waited patiently for Zelda The Ocarina Of Time and they were certainly not letdown by the game. It is just an amazing achievement.… Read more

Ocarina of Time is quite simply the greatest game ever made.

Past Zelda games like Zelda 1, 2, and a Link to the Past, were classic games for the NES, and Super Nintendo that put you in the boots of a kid named Link to save a Princess named Zelda. Ocarina of Ti… Read more

Amazing Game

This game comes just about as close to perfect as you are going to get, without actually achieving it. This game follows along perfectly with the rest of the Zelda series, while still going its own wa… Read more

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of time is the game that made games how they are today, without this game we would'nt have the likes of Super Smash Bros Brawl, Grand Theft Auto IV or Mario Galaxy, infact… Read more

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of time is the game that made games how they are today, without this game we would'nt have the likes of Super Smash Bros Brawl, Grand Theft Auto IV or Mario Galaxy, infact… Read more

Experience the legend that defined them all once again

Zelda: Ocarina of Time has perfected everything about the Zelda formula back in 1998. It was hailed (and still is) as the best videogame ever created. Even today, this game is admired by many to have… Read more

The most magical and amazing game ever.

This game is like to other. It is very amazing and well made. It really suck you into the epic plot, and brings you to many different worlds of many kinds. Who you will meet there are imaginative crea… Read more

The Greatest Zelda Ever Made

A very epic game, and revolutionary for it's time, and was (if I remember correctly) the first game on Gamespot to ever receive a perfect 10 score (thank you Jeff). Already 10 years have passed, and i… Read more

A lovely adventure through Hyrule....

Hum! To begin let's just say I'm still playing it tough I Won the game a million times ( 3 actually). So you begin the game asking yourself what to do, grab the shield and the sword and go save the De… Read more

Best Videogame in history

You start off with a creature riding a horse. Hitting a little boy in the rain. First you think ouch, then that’s evil on that kid. The poor ole bloke. Kill the man! Burn him alive! However little do… Read more

A classic reborn

It's been a long time since I last played Zelda: Ocarina of time... in fact it’s been a long time since I played a Nintendo Game (never owned a Gamecube)... now, after a decision of not buying the PS3… Read more

The Greatest Game of All Time

Thought it was not the first game I have ever played it was the first that I ever played until the end credits, and I loved every second of it. From the very beginning of the game, as Link awakens fro… Read more

The Game that changed a Generation

The Legend of Zelda has stood the test of time, and continues to be on the greatest games ever to come to a gaming console. The Legend of Zelda is a perfect game and that is with no doubt. The Legend… Read more

Ocarina of Time is a game that no one should miss out on.

Ocarina of Time is one of the most groundbreaking games to ever be created, it showed everyone how adventure games are to be made, and as result of that many franchises have used Ocarina of TIme's for… Read more

Mastery of Sword and Time

Back WAY when The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time just came out it was all the rage. It featured new 3D graphics (which by today's standard doesn't matter as much) and in depth gameplay and story. If… Read more

Great port of an Amazing Game!

That being said, having no rumble on the Classic Controller will throw you off a bit if you're used to the original. But still, everything that was great about the original title lives on in the Wii S… Read more

One of the best games ever made!

I remember getting this game back when it came out and I instantly fell in love with it. This was the second Legend of Zelda game I had ever played (the first being The Legend of Zelda a Link to The P… Read more

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