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Posted: 3/6/2017 3:37:53 PM EDT
Game of the year material no doubt.
How far along are you?  
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Posted: 3/8/2017 7:44:09 PM EDT
[#1]
Fed up with the shitty connection problems, matchmaking problems, and AFK farmers in For Honor, so it came down to this or Ghost Recon...
Since I have a Zelda tattoo... this won! Pulling my WiiU out of storage and updating it now. |
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Posted: 3/10/2017 4:58:22 PM EDT
[#2]
So after a couple hours of gameplay, all I can say is...
Depending on how Mass Effect is, I think it will come down to this or FFXV for game of the year. |
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Posted: 3/10/2017 5:25:42 PM EDT
[#3]
I'm on "reach Zora's Domain". Having some trouble getting to the marker. This game is awesome.
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Posted: 3/10/2017 10:03:06 PM EDT
[#4]
Posted on Twitter, not sure how accurate.
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Posted: 3/10/2017 11:26:01 PM EDT
[#5]
Apparently this happens if you throw a chicken at an enemy
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Posted: 3/11/2017 1:16:50 AM EDT
[#6]
My wife got it last Saturday.
My first impression was: meh. Graphics are lacking (pc master race) but after watching for a couple hours: Wow! Finally appreciating the art style (which is still think is an excuse to disguise the hardware limitations) but the sheer size of the map is overwhelming. She loved Fable 2 and this is the only thing that's captured her attention since then. |
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Posted: 3/11/2017 2:32:47 AM EDT
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My wife got it last Saturday. My first impression was: meh. Graphics are lacking (pc master race) but after watching for a couple hours: Wow! Finally appreciating the art style (which is still think is an excuse to disguise the hardware limitations) but the sheer size of the map is overwhelming. She loved Fable 2 and this is the only thing that's captured her attention since then. Don't have it and probably won't for a long time (no switch, no wii u...). but as a fellow PCMR brother, yes I'm sure it definitely does disguise the hardware limitations. I am personally not a fan of the whole shit graphics indie wave we're riding right now. BUUUUUUT, good gameplay is good gameplay and looking at videos/reviews has me thinking of how to talk the wife into thinking we need a switch. |
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Posted: 3/11/2017 10:56:32 AM EDT
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Playing on the Wii-U for a week. A couple hours a day. Have about 22 shrines about 35 Korak seeds and about 1/2 the towers. Some armor.
Protips so far : Buy any and all arrows whenever you can from shops and Beadle. Scrounge & hunt everything as much as you can so you can sell excess for rupees to buy clothes & armor (in the villages) but keep all the ancient parts you find. Tame horses (and register them) for getting to places quicker where you don't have travel points yet. If it's lightning out remove (not drop) anything metal you have on. The sidequests give you unique items. Learn to cook and make elixers. Turn on the towers & complete the shrines. Even if you can't complete a shrine at least the travel point it has works. Get the extra chests in the shrines for good items. 3 types of shrines so far: Puzzle, Combat & Blessed If you abandon or lose your registered horse, the stable guy can get him back. It rains a lot in certain areas (and you can't climb). Be ready to fight anytime. It's an awesome and beautiful game |
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Posted: 3/11/2017 7:52:33 PM EDT
[#9]
Having a lot of fun with it! Got a couple new Amiibo to help. I found the wolf one at Target yesterday. Apparently it's going for ridiculous prices online, as well as the Link one I've had for a while from Smash Bros.
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Posted: 3/13/2017 6:57:12 PM EDT
[#10]
Here's a link to the interactive map I've been using that shows the locations of pretty much everything: https://www.zeldadungeon.net/breath-of-the-wild-interactive-map/
I'm currently using it to find Korok Seeds to make my inventory bigger, and Shrines to increase my health and stamina. ETA: I also just learned of the Great Fairy locations so I can upgrade my armor. |
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Posted: 3/13/2017 9:17:02 PM EDT
[#11]
BTW,
Someone earlier mentioned they were having a hard time finding a decently priced WiiU to play this on, Nintendo sells officially refurbished 32gb system on Ebay for $200, that's a good deal. WiiU 32GB $200 |
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Posted: 3/14/2017 12:55:13 AM EDT
[#12]
I got my wife the switch and this and shes become addicted it. I have to say it looks pretty fun.
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Posted: 3/14/2017 1:06:21 AM EDT
[#13]
I kind of want to get a Nintendo to play this. I haven't owned a console since the Super Nintendo.
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Posted: 3/14/2017 1:11:55 AM EDT
[#14]
Quote History Define map size because Ocarina of Time had a much larger overall outdoor map than .1 km square. 
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Posted: 3/14/2017 1:13:08 AM EDT
[#15]
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Define map size because Ocarina of Time had a much larger overall outdoor map than .01 km square. I will say watching my wife, BOTW is massive. Probably slightly larger than Ghost recon wildlands map size, but done better. |
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Posted: 3/14/2017 1:29:20 AM EDT
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Define map size because Ocarina of Time had a much larger overall outdoor map than .1 km square. That graphic is way off. Here's a better one with the math links behind it:  Attached Filehttps://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.reddit.com/r/zelda/comments/5olf6h/oc_i_fixed_my_zelda_map_size_comparison_graphic/ |
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Posted: 3/14/2017 1:51:35 AM EDT
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Exploring large worlds is my favorite thing about a new game. I know they are different animals (maps are largely procedurally generated with some extra love from the artists), but Star Citizen's maps are absolutely enormous and it would literally take you probably a year to circumnavigate one moon or planet.
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Posted: 3/14/2017 2:09:26 AM EDT
[#18]
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That graphic is way off. Here's a better one with the math links behind it: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/394169/8193C8B1-A9CE-4635-B1D5-11F49B9A4A7C-5020-00000493A08A6104-tmp-165470.JPG https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.reddit.com/r/zelda/comments/5olf6h/oc_i_fixed_my_zelda_map_size_comparison_graphic/ |
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Posted: 3/14/2017 12:32:57 PM EDT
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The complete world is apparently .4km square. Obviously modern tech allows the newest Zelda game to have one large continuous world but I think it's still a more fair comparison to include all of the outdoor areas of the old game and not just the area around Hyrule. OOT was fairly on rails, mostly just paths with mild exploration. |
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Posted: 3/14/2017 4:05:00 PM EDT
[#20]
Thanks for the updated map.
The game and it's size is overwhelming I had to stop playing a few days ago because I just run around find things to do that aren't fighting or questing and I can see why you could put 100+ hours into the game. Going back to finishing more linear games that are on the backlog like the Metroid Prime series and a few SNES games. BotW will be a summertime game for myself (it's miserably hot here and we stay indoors all summer). |
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Posted: 3/16/2017 10:36:41 PM EDT
[#21]
Apparently you can connect the dropped framerates issue in Zelda (that is occasional) on the Switch by turning off the auto-connect wifi feature. Seems like it uses a chunk of the CPU to do this and it causes whatever game is playing to drop some frames.
http://bgr.com/2017/03/16/nintendo-switch-games-problem-how-to-fix-frame-drop/ |
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Posted: 3/20/2017 2:40:06 PM EDT
[#22]
I had purchased a Switch with BOTW for my nephew on launch, and had stolen it from him enough to knock out a good chunk of the game. Beat the 4 divine beasts and was going around and picking up side missions/outfits before facing Ganon, when I decided I needed to buy my own. Since you can't transfer save files on the switch I'll probably wind up replaying the whole thing, which isn't a whole thing.
Hands down the best game I've ever played, and one of the most well-rounded gaming experiences as a whole. Once I manage to find another switch I'm going to be about $1K into the system between spare docks, games, and those damn Amiibos. Worth it. |
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Posted: 3/21/2017 4:37:26 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/24/2017 2:44:14 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/24/2017 3:24:06 PM EDT
[#25]
I'm on the fence about getting for my WiiU that I never play or shelling out for a switch.
I'm on the fence about the switch because I'm concerned it'll end up like the Wii U no real software support. Oh and I got the wii U based on the idea that Breath of the Wild was coming out for it... so I got the Wii U and then it was delayed and delayed and then tadah! the switch! |
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Posted: 3/25/2017 4:54:13 PM EDT
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I'm on the fence about getting for my WiiU that I never play or shelling out for a switch. I'm on the fence about the switch because I'm concerned it'll end up like the Wii U no real software support. Oh and I got the wii U based on the idea that Breath of the Wild was coming out for it... so I got the Wii U and then it was delayed and delayed and then tadah! the switch! To me it's sounds like the Switch is currently performing as the success Nintendo was hoping the Wii U was going to be, which will probably lead to more titles and Nintendo utilizing more of their big IPs and development on it. Either platform will certainly be worth buying the game for, but I wouldn't hesitate for a second to grab a switch and the game. |
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Posted: 4/6/2017 6:21:05 PM EDT
[#27]
Welp,
saw one available today at Target and said why not 
Picked up Zelda of course, and then stopped by Gamestop to get Has Been Heroes as it looked like a game I'd like, had to get the neon joycons as well. setup the system but won't have time to play until later this evening. 
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Posted: 4/16/2017 1:24:13 PM EDT
[#28]
I spent 27 hours just trying to find and get the master sword lol.
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Posted: 4/28/2017 12:15:36 PM EDT
[#29]
An example of the brilliant combat mechanics in the game.
 Zelda Breath of The Wild - How to defeat Lynel at Zora's Domain - Nintendo Switch |
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Posted: 4/28/2017 12:22:58 PM EDT
[#30]
double post
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Posted: 4/28/2017 9:13:44 PM EDT
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An example of the brilliant combat mechanics in the game.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_l7LumChdpI |
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Posted: 4/28/2017 10:24:59 PM EDT
[#32]
I managed to find a Switch at a local Target, so I bought it and Zelda.
Amazing! I'm not a huge Zelda fan, but I really like Breath of the Wild, so far. ETA: I'm really impressed with the Switch, too. I was afraid it would be a gimicky rehash of the Wii and Wii U, but it's definitely not. |
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Posted: 4/30/2017 12:43:39 AM EDT
[#33]
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I managed to find a Switch at a local Target, so I bought it and Zelda. Amazing! I'm not a huge Zelda fan, but I really like Breath of the Wild, so far. ETA: I'm really impressed with the Switch, too. I was afraid it would be a gimicky rehash of the Wii and Wii U, but it's definitely not. |
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Posted: 4/30/2017 11:43:27 AM EDT
[#34]
My copy of Zelda is still sitting on my desk because I can't find a switch that isn't scalper priced.
I've been in two stores recently and was told by people at both that "we had some this morning but they sold out in less than an hour". The Target by me even decorated their entrance with Mario and Luigi stuff for the Mario Kart launch, and they only got in THREE systems to sell but like fifty copies of Mario Kart. |
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Posted: 4/30/2017 2:03:58 PM EDT
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My copy of Zelda is still sitting on my desk because I can't find a switch that isn't scalper priced. I've been in two stores recently and was told by people at both that "we had some this morning but they sold out in less than an hour". The Target by me even decorated their entrance with Mario and Luigi stuff for the Mario Kart launch, and they only got in THREE systems to sell but like fifty copies of Mario Kart. ETA: It also tracks Amiibo stock. |
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Posted: 4/30/2017 4:55:56 PM EDT
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Someone provided this link in another thread. It's what I used to find my Switch. ETA: It also tracks Amiibo stock. I was quite literally just at a Target store that that site lists as having "3 in stock" of gray Switch consoles, and the guy at the counter told me they have been sold out all week. |
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Posted: 4/30/2017 5:07:19 PM EDT
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I just looked at that link and can say that their info is out of date. I was quite literally just at a Target store that that site lists as having "3 in stock" of gray Switch consoles, and the guy at the counter told me they have been sold out all week. |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 1:33:18 AM EDT
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Target for whatever reason has not been accurate with their Switch stock locations online.
I literally played it by ear, and found the delivery days of the 3 targets near me, called them when I woke up those mornings and boom one got 4 in. Just have to find out the shipment days. Not to mention if you have a red card it's worth waiting for, saved $15. |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 8:35:49 AM EDT
[#39]
I wish I had the time to plumb the local market to get one, but the only time I can go Switch shopping are on the weekends and usually in the afternoon... by then any at the local stores have been snapped up. I've been using another stock tracker to try and get one online through one of the various places they track, but again by the time I get the stock alert they've all sold out.
Its a real bummer as this is the first Nintendo console since the N64 that I've actually really wanted to play, but just like the N64 it is probably going to be a year before I can actually get one. 
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Posted: 5/1/2017 12:29:03 PM EDT
[#40]
Ask the local toys r us when they'll be getting them in.
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Posted: 5/1/2017 1:07:37 PM EDT
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Ask the local toys r us when they'll be getting them in. I figure I'm going to just keep checking the Target until I find one, or until Nintendo finally manages to ship more than five at a time to Amazon or another online retailer. I lived through the N64 drought... hell I worked as a manager at a Target electronics section back then when that scarce thing came out... so I'm comfortable waiting to get one at my convenience as opposed to leaving my office during a weekday and making a special trip to a place I never go on the off chance I might be able to get one. If I had a kid who wanted it and it was Christmas or their birthday then maybe... but for a 40 something man who has a lot of other stuff to do, I'm comfortable waiting. |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 1:39:07 PM EDT
[#42]
I'm new to the Amiibo thing, and not really familiar with them. Are they still being produced (the Breath of the Wild ones)? The price on Amazon is ridiculous.
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Posted: 5/1/2017 1:58:03 PM EDT
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I'm new to the Amiibo thing, and not really familiar with them. Are they still being produced (the Breath of the Wild ones)? The price on Amazon is ridiculous. I have a Super Smash Brothers "Zelda" that will give you the "Twilight Bow" which is awesome. |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 2:44:34 PM EDT
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Check out "NFC tags" on ebay. I've bought a few for $9 each. I have a Super Smash Brothers "Zelda" that will give you the "Twilight Bow" which is awesome. 
Thank you. |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 3:55:59 PM EDT
[#45]
Yeah, my daughter being the Zelda series scholar has let me know which are worth getting and using for BotW.
She has a Zelda (smash series) and a Guardian. Currently we're looking for the Ocarina one and it's never available. |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 4:00:09 PM EDT
[#46]
Btw,
the Pro Controller is a must own, it's literally the most comfortable current-gen controller I've ever used and I've used all of them. 
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Posted: 5/2/2017 12:48:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
My copy of Zelda is still sitting on my desk because I can't find a switch that isn't scalper priced. I've been in two stores recently and was told by people at both that "we had some this morning but they sold out in less than an hour". The Target by me even decorated their entrance with Mario and Luigi stuff for the Mario Kart launch, and they only got in THREE systems to sell but like fifty copies of Mario Kart. Quote HistoryQuoted:
My copy of Zelda is still sitting on my desk because I can't find a switch that isn't scalper priced. I've been in two stores recently and was told by people at both that "we had some this morning but they sold out in less than an hour". The Target by me even decorated their entrance with Mario and Luigi stuff for the Mario Kart launch, and they only got in THREE systems to sell but like fifty copies of Mario Kart. Quoted:
I'm new to the Amiibo thing, and not really familiar with them. Are they still being produced (the Breath of the Wild ones)? The price on Amazon is ridiculous. Quoted:
Yeah, my daughter being the Zelda series scholar has let me know which are worth getting and using for BotW. She has a Zelda (smash series) and a Guardian. Currently we're looking for the Ocarina one and it's never available. |
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Posted: 5/2/2017 8:09:19 PM EDT
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Btw, the Pro Controller is a must own, it's literally the most comfortable current-gen controller I've ever used and I've used all of them. http://i.imgur.com/sQxUlnqm.jpg Thank you! It's very, very nice. |
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Posted: 5/8/2017 10:29:09 AM EDT
[#49]
Guess who has two thumbs and a Nintendo Switch?
Went into the Target by us this morning on my way to the office and they actually had ONE single Switch available, so I bought it. I'm not keen on the red and blue controllers but beggars can't be choosers. The only game I have is Zelda, that I'll be firing up tonight, but I have to ask: Are the stock controllers all that bad and do I really need a pro controller? Question being asked by someone who only owns Zelda and will probably not be buying any more games until something else big comes out. |
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Posted: 5/8/2017 12:33:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
Guess who has two thumbs and a Nintendo Switch?
Went into the Target by us this morning on my way to the office and they actually had ONE single Switch available, so I bought it. I'm not keen on the red and blue controllers but beggars can't be choosers. The only game I have is Zelda, that I'll be firing up tonight, but I have to ask: Are the stock controllers all that bad and do I really need a pro controller? Question being asked by someone who only owns Zelda and will probably not be buying any more games until something else big comes out. 
It has a more ergo shape to it, the grips are rubber coated (you're going to sweat at points in Zelda, guaranteed). I played BotW for about 3 weeks using this grip holder and the joycons with no complaints, only got the Pro because I wanted to use it for Mario Kart 8. Also (at Target or Gamestop or wherever) GET A SCREEN PROTECTOR.
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