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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Nintendo EPD
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Initial Release: Mar 3, 2017
•ESRB: Everyone 10+•Nintendo SwitchWii U
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12.3k Ratings
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51 hrs

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99 hrs

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194 hrs

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93 hrs

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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is evocative, exhilarating, and a masterclass in open-world design.
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Summary

Step into a world of discovery, exploration and adventure in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, a boundary-breaking new game in the acclaimed series.
Content Rating
ESRB: Everyone 10+
Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol
Developers
Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development (EPD)
Publishers
Nintendo
Franchises
The Legend of Zelda
Features
Downloadable Content, Amiibo, Labo Compatible, Toy-Con VR Goggles
Initial Release
Mar 3, 2017
Platforms
Nintendo SwitchWii U
Genres
Action, Adventure, Open-World

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