Critical Acclaim

Upon release, Breath of the Wild received widespread critical acclaim for its open-ended gameplay, attention to detail, and expansive world. It won numerous awards, including multiple Game of the Year honors, and is considered one of the greatest video games of all time.

Critics praised its freedom and depth, though some noted performance issues on the Wii U version. As of 2021, it has sold over 21 million copies worldwide — making it the best-selling game in the Zelda series.