Breath of the Wild: 5 Years Later…

[@underdogoverland]

To put it simply, Hero's Path is like our unique fingerprint of gameplay. None of us have ever taken the same path, our adventure is completely different and I love that this game gave us all such a unique experience.

[@CView]

Exactly. Its our own Heroes journey. Bring on Tears of the Kingdom!

[@MrGamelover23]

​@@CViewplease tell me you're not done making videos. Nothing sucks more than finding a dope video in finding out as the last one they made in over a year. But whatever you're doing, I wish you all the success in the world.

[@bernata5494]

Amazing video, got chills in the end! You just got a new subscriber!

[@CView]

Glad to have you and thanks so much for watching!

[@jaden149]

breath of the wild is such a one in a life time experience it is really nice to be playing ZELDA TOTK now to be able to experience something close to my first time playing BOTW

[@JellyLancelot]

This game rewards exploration, and not in a patronising way. You feel valued for your inquisition, which is something so few games do, and an even lesser amount right. From exploring the physical world to solving puzzles in whatever way you want. That's what sucked me into BotW, and its incredible soundtrack kept me there. Its just a masterpiece through and through.

[@CView]

Yup, will never forget playing this for my first time

[@Jennyynnej183]

Thank you for such a wonderful video. I loved playing BOTW when it came out and have been playing it again this summer.

[@CView]

Thoughts as you're replaying it? For me, this is a game that feels like the first play through is by far the most impactful.

[@SandyJuicyCheeks]

Well made video! 🎉 very professional. Appreciate it very much This was like a whole cinema 🎦 😮

[@painuchiha2694]

I hope botw2 can be just as great as when I first experienced botw back in 2017 Even if botw2 isn’t as revolutionary,I just want more botw with new stuff to do

[@CView]

Going back and playing for this video made me desperately want another Hyrule to go and explore. Just hoping the sequel has enough new to make exploration feel like it did in the original.

[@Ytnzy250]

​@@CView Looking forward to your views on the sequel.

[@sandman8920]

Botw has influenced so many new games recently its so obvious

[@capyblap1249]

time goes by so quick like this was 5 years ago wow it felt like 6 moths ago that it came out

[@SomeQuietChaos]

Beautiful video. Keep up the good work!

[@CView]

Appreciate the kindness! Thanks for watching

[@kwirkkwirksn1090]

there is nothing more to say!

[@arevalosole91]

3:57 mipha them ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😢❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@twistedcherrypop]

I got a swith oled ONLY for botw- I had been wanting to play it for years- and i am still playing it

[@jeremiehernandez905]

The way the incorporated BotW music in the end still brings the electricity in my skin. Makes we want to stop my Pokemon Legends Arceus gameplay and revisit BotW again.

[@CView]

It's amazing how effective the art style is in BOTW. It feels almost timeless. Arceus on the other hand, well... It's just not enough. Thank you for watching!

[@Inmortuae2233]

Pokémon Arceus was mid. It’s great for a Pokémon game, but kind of disappointing.

[@h_nt_r]

Feels weird knowing that BotW is already a nostalgic game for me in the same sense that most of the other Zelda games are as well. The best games always give you a distinct thrilling feeling that you might never feel again the first time you play them.

[@CView]

So happy this was my first Zelda... can't imagine a better entry point to understand the intention of the series

[@jordanfunnii]

@@CView it was my first zelda as well :D

[@tart8228]

@@CView my first as well....which is a double edged sword imo....I find the other entries almost unplayable after playing this

[@777guy5]

What feels even more wierd is then botw is going to be 6 years old in 4 months

[@edgygingerkid9525]

@Tart28 I love BotW but at the same time kind of don't because its honestly so far different from all the others just based on the dungeons

[@CView]

Music Used: Intro: "Exploring Vah Medoh" "Nintendo Switch Presentation 2017 BGM" Part 1: "Reunion with Mipha" "The Princess and the Five Champions" Part 2: "Blessing Shrine" Part 3: "The King of Hyrule’s Wish" "Wasted Land" "Links Memories - Despair" "Rito Village” “Great Fairy Fountain" "The Temple of Time" Finale: "Epilogue" *I apologize for the occasional audio clipping and imbalances. I was away from home while editing this video and didn't have my traditional gear.*

[@jkilo1282]

Before Breath of The Wild I had a strong belief that nothing could ever beat Ocarina of Time as the best game of all time, fast forward to the present and I was wrong. This video definitely needs more views, you captured why the game is a masterpiece in a way I couldn't fully express myself. This game definitely deserves all the praise it gets and is an example of what happens when developers have a passion for their craft.

[@CView]

It ruined the open world genre for me. Can’t express just how impactful and special this game is! Thanks for watching!

[@charlesc.b2435]

Same! Great comment

[@mookiestewart3776]

yeah botw is pretty much if oot and the original LOZ had a baby lol. I love all the little references botw has towards oot as well. oot will always have a special place in my heart though and i still think its the most important game in the franchise

[@jkilo1282]

@@mookiestewart3776 Ocarina of time is not only the most important video game for the franchise but also gaming in general.

[@shuttzi9878]

​@@jkilo1282 Maybe in another Universe or u just didnt played enough games

[@JM-co6rf]

amazing to live in an age where Breath of the Wild is considered "low fi". insane to me. i grew up on the NES.

[@esmooth919]

I don't understand that, either. So many gamers are spoiled

[@X-35173]

As soon as the game finished explaining the shrine radar the very first thing I did was turn it off. Climbing to a mountain top and finding 4 shrines in various directions and distances by sight was the click moment that made me truly realize what a magical experience I was in for.

[@CView]

Just wish I could relive it again! Can’t wait for the sequel

[@marianovicenciojara1387]

i did the same thing xd

[@brucewang8]

I just feel the sound noisy so turned it off lol

[@Latinofire202]

I hate that I watched this video. It makes me want to play this game again. I've put 500+ hours into this game. It's my all time favorite game ever. It's so unique that it's like a snowflake. You will never play the game the same way as the previous playthrough. It's am absolute masterpiece.

[@HxH2011DRA]

This game has so many imitators, that alone proves its quality to me, much like dragon quest

[@CView]

Yes! I feel like every recent open world I've played has borrowed something from BOTW for the better. Definitely a revolutionary game in a storied franchise that's heavily impacted me.

[@esmooth919]

This version of Hyrule is just a joy to explore, even after you beat Calamity Ganon. By the time I beat this game, I was only 12% done. I don't ever intend on 100%ing this game, but this country always has something around the corner. I love games that allow you to do things _your way._

[@CView]

Couldn’t agree more. Never treated the player like a janitor cleaning up pre-marked messes. Truly felt like I was on my own adventure. Bring on part 2. PS: The butter comment got me 😂

[@esmooth919]

@@CView "butter"?

[@CView]

@@esmooth919 ngl I must’ve been seeing things 😅 no clue where that came from

[@avaluita6832]

Another great video! You captured many of the reasons it's my favorite game (depite the the valid criticisms others have). I dreamt of going on ny own fantasy adventure as a kid and this game made me feel like I finally got to go on one.

[@CView]

Exactly! Felt the same way. Loved just being able to have my own adventure. Thanks for watching!

[@esmooth919]

I mean, isn't that what inspired this entire franchise to begin with?

[@sketchtoons9587]

I have had a switch for 4 years and I have never played this game! Idk why I just never had played a Zelda game but you have me convinced so I can’t wait to get started!! Thanks for another great video

[@CView]

Appreciate the kind words and great to see you in the comments again! Please report back once you play, would love to hear your perspective and thanks for watching.

[@sketchtoons9587]

@@CView np thanks for consistency putting out some of my favorite videos on the app!!!

[@ThePsh07]

I was also a late BotW player (and switch owner). Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

[@whiteRiceSupremacist]

What made you but the Switch?

[@A-ID-A-M]

I’m jealous you’ll get to play it for the first time. Take your time and find all the memories before ending.

[@Lucians_Sword]

Such a great video. You really spoke my mind and heart. This game is so freeing and creative and fun. A massive playground, with memorable characters, quests, and music. I can't wait for Tears of the Kingdom!

[@CView]

May 12, 2023 can't come soon enough! Thanks sm for watching

[@crocoman776]

What a fantastic way to capture what this game means to so many people. I’m 43 years old. And on my 6/7th play through of this. Its a game that defies description at times. I’m unsure if Tears of the Kingdom will have dazzle in the same way, but man, I can’t wait to find out!! Excellent video. 👍

[@CView]

Tears of the Kingdom can't come fast enough!!!

[@merrytunes8697]

I’m the same age and feel the same way. Growing up with the OG Nintendo, I would have never imagined BotW could be. I pre-ordered the sequel back in July 2021. Patiently waiting…

[@FloridaFreak]

Did it dazzle the same way?

[@Teaserweaser]

Honestly one of the best videos ive ever seen. Well done, seriously. Botw is my favorite game, so the emotions this video invoked were real. The chills and tears I felt hearing the music were real. Everything you said felt so raw and it’s videos like these that fill me with joy to know that I’m not alone in feeling the absolute wonder and magic in this game

[@painuchiha2694]

This video made me relive the botw hype from march 3 2017 No game has ever reached the same level of hype to me but that’s probably cause I’m a huge Zelda fan The final trailer was wonderful

[@esmooth919]

I didn't even get to experience that hype, but I knew from the trailers that I wanted to play that game. And when I finally picked it up in 2019, I just could not put it down. This game is that good!

[@CView]

BOTW had some incredible trailers…. Can’t wait for the title reveal in BOTW 2!

[@awesomebunny97]

Wow, this brought tears to my eyes. Breath of the Wild had a huge impact on me when it came out. This brought back a lot of those feelings. You did a fantastic job on this video!

[@CView]

Legendary game... hugely important in so many fans lives including mine. Thanks for watching!

[@Edelstein22]

Thank you for dedicating one whole chapter to the beauty of the game, I'm still blown away by it sometimes. Great retrospective, I loved that you mentioned the company philosophy in the end, it does feel like Nintendo aims for something slightly different than all the other developers and that's what makes their franchises so unique and beloved.

[@CView]

Can't wait for pt. 2! Thanks for watching

[@andrewstutz4240]

This game was surprisingly good. This and the switch literally saved Nintendo. I was sure after what happened with the Wii U that one more miss step and they would end up like Sega no more hardware and just making Mario games for mobile and other consoles.

[@ThePsh07]

You sound just like a more monotone Sledge (Rocket League KZbinr). 😆 Nice video. 👍

[@dekocw]

i was 13 yo and by release date i played the game on the switch the next half year it was the greatest advanger of my childhood

[@icemaster54isaac86]

This game has some beautiful music! I hope they make Dragon Quest 12 fully open world, like Breath Of The Wild.

[@CView]

The art style and music work so well together in BOTW. Such a gorgeous game.

[@andrewfuller2857]

that ending hit so fucking hard. it's 3am and ima get out of bed and play some botw

[@CView]

Hahahahahah!

[@jonk4255]

I Bought the console souly for this game (which i played though 5 times) and now wish i'd kept a copy but since ive bought countless sale games from the eshop which is something ive never done on any other console a i preffare physical

[@sledgen.]

Your intro was amazing. Your storytelling is amazing!

[@CView]

You're amazing! Thank you for watching!

[@mrgamerfloppa5898]

when i played this game for the first time my mind was blown because it was the first open world and story mode game i've ever played I felt like I was in a dream because school had made me feel like im in a endless loop but breath of the wild makes me feel like im freed from the loop I just wish my memories about this game to be gone so when i play it again i can feel the immense uncontainable joy i had

[@ZeeshanRFQ]

This review should have received at least a million views by now. Great review!

[@adamheeley285]

Totally Raondom, but I have played 100 hours of Elden Ring and it is amazing...But Breath of the Wild still ranks number 1. I was glued to the television for two straight weeks with BotW the first time I played it.

[@CView]

I cannot wait to play elden ring. Not expecting it to eclipse BOTW, but I have high hopes :) So glad amazing games like these exist!

[@sonny5068]

Nintendo drives in their own lane. I don’t think they even consider Sony or Microsoft as competitors.

[@elcrgr3844]

Loved this video. It reminded me how clumsy I was the first time playing. Can't wait for botw2

[@CView]

Same here!

[@dragonicprime1736]

Breath of the Wild seems like the 1 game everyone seems to love, but I can't seem to get into it. The weapon durability is my biggest turn off. I feel anything I find just breaks after like 3 enemies and it just feels frustrating to me. Maybe I'll try it again someday, because the open world itself looks amazing.

[@CView]

I would definitely give it another shot. To me, it completely changed the way I view and play games (although I still enjoy more traditional and narratively driven open worlds). Weapon degradation is definitely something worth changing or altering in the sequel.

[@dragonicprime1736]

@@CView yeah your video also kind of made me want to try it again lol. Currently loving Elden Ring, and Breath of the Wild's open world seems just as great, so I might try it after I'm done with Elden Ring.

[@CView]

Elden Ring is next on my list right after Forbidden West. So excited to check it out. And yah, definitely write back after you give BOTW another shot :)

[@dragonicprime1736]

@@CView well if you say that, then I really do have to give it another shot

[@TheAlibabatree]

You have to change your perspective on video games. Nothing is consistent in Botw, and that is exactly the point. It quite literally sows creativity. You are intended to feel like a person alone in a strange new wilderness. You cant rely on any one thing in particular. You have to live in the moment. Its very Zen, in the literal sense.

[@bobcharlotte8724]

I have loved the open world genre since I first played GTA3 but I had never finished one of them... Too overly long and I would finally just lose interest and end up making my own fun. I have bought every console Zelda since the Super NES and have never finished one of them... only playing a few hours which made me realise I respect Zelda but it isn't for me.... HOWEVER, Breath of the Wild is the greatest open world game I have ever played and still remains the only Zelda game that I have finished. Its the best argument in the games as art debate, and one of the greatest games ever created.

[@CView]

BOTW feels like the mission statement for the genre. Its an eye opening experience that Im so glad I could be apart of

[@michaelp4387]

after soo many years just watching the trailer or even just listening to the music of it could make me sooo emotional that I wanna cry

[@angeles2470]

With its sequel coming in just a few months, nows a good time to play it again

[@krudblud]

This is just a big loveletter to botw and i Agree to everything

[@CView]

You must have great tastes then 😉

[@schmolzz]

4:30 yep and thats the reason kenshi is the best game :^) uuuh i mean botw

[@Aurora-qn2dx]

Should i play this in 2022? My favourite Zelda is oot and least favourite Twilight princess. Knowing my taste should i play this or wait for tears of the Kingdom?

[@CView]

Definitely play. No question!

[@mynameisChesto]

Is it weird that I got a bit emotional watching this? I have to say that BotW is without question the best game experience I've ever had, and with over 20 years of being obsessed with video games, I think that's saying something. So, thank you for putting together and articulating exactly what I feel about this, frankly, life-altering game. Genuinely.

[@CView]

BotW is up there as one of the most influential pieces of art of all time for me... So glad I could create something that explores the magic of what Nintendo has done here! Thank you sm for watching

[@donato926]

Always enjoy watching your videos .. thoughtful and well put together .. thank you!

[@CView]

:)

[@brentos96]

What makes me sad is that I can't ever experience this game again for the first time.

[@CView]

First play through of this game is legendary. Second doesn't recapture that same magic, but I think that's the point... The game is all about discovery and experimentation so once you've gone through that process for 50-100 hours, starting from scratch when you've already figured it all out clashes with the design intention.

[@justinTime077]

Maybe you haven’t played Elden Ring yet? Cuz I feel like it’s pretty bad ass as far as non-linear open world rpgs go. I actually have zero fucking clue what I’m doing and it’s hard AF. it’s brutally punishing and unforgiving. It breaks everything I thought I knew about these games. Seems like Zelda but with graphics. I wanna try BotW next.

[@Mrballs60000]

Botw came first,it inspired from soft to combine the open world with the classic dark souls,no botw=no elden ring,if you ask when the creator of elden ring said,I made it up,stfu now

[@justinTime077]

@@Mrballs60000 I’m not with that last sentence. Miss me with that nonsense!

[@sharkmon7330]

Bro I’m crying of nostalgia

[@georgebutler7850]

Game is the GOAT

[@corrinflakes9659]

I hope BOTW’s sequel gets even deeper for its chemistry engine. I know there’s already Crazy Diamond (reverse trajectory) and Oasis (floor water rise) shown in trailers. So I hope whatever remains adds a lot to the mechanics too.

[@corrinflakes9659]

Also not calling it Mandom because that’s like calling Stasis The World when it’s way more parallel to Kraft Work.

[@FungsteRRR]

this is the greatest game of all time. period

[@Mrballs60000]

Great game but not the greatest

[@esmooth919]

15:14 Nintendo has definitely been doing this for me since I was a baby, despite the fact that they missed me for about four consoles. But even though I didn't own a GameCube, or any of the Wiis, there were still games on those systems that definitely put a smile on my face. And don't even get me started on the portable consoles.

[@bruhhhthetraitor7101]

I remember playing smash ultimate and I heard the opening theme for breath of the wild and I shed a single tear, the impact this game had on how I view video games is crazy

[@CView]

Its an all time great for sure

[@MostlyFaded420]

This is absolutely my favorite breath of the wild retrospective on KZbin. An incredibly well made video. The pacing was perfect, the script was excellent, and the implementation of the music was spot on! Bravo sir. Bravo👏🏻👏🏻 👏🏻 and thank you for the work you put in to make this masterpiece of a video!

[@meatydinosaur1904]

You put into words what my thoughts are for this game. Thank you for that. I truly think botw is my favourite game of all time. It will always hold a special place in my heart.

[@CView]

No game feels like it trust the player and their intuition to explore as much as this one... Can't wait for Tears of the Kingdom

[@ito2789]

Sincerely, what a beautiful tribute video to an INCREDIBLE game. Great writing and production value on this video, man. Seriously.

[@CView]

You're too kind ❤️ Thanks so much for watching

[@MyKevinbennett]

The fact that they are even comparable shows how azz Nintendo is and why I’ll never get one. Imagine if Spider-Man or God of War looked better on PS2 than PS5. You’d look at your new console and think “why did I even buy this? It doesn’t seem to be much of an upgrade”.

[@GreggyAck]

I was 27 when this game came out and, at that point, I’d long accepted that I would never enjoy any game like I did as a kid. BotW proved me wrong. I feel jaded by video games again these days and really hope another game effects me like like BotW did.

[@xndrxwsxnclxxr1599]

This was the first game in years that made me feel like a little kid again as I went through it. In my busy life it was the only game I played for 4 years straight and i STILL continued to find new things, new places, new characters, new experiences. It's truly a masterpiece. It's so weird to say that the game that gives me the most nostalgia is a game I played as an adult

[@alexsheppard237]

This video got me thinking about how BoTW could be brought into true VR, and especially how the paraglider functionality would work. It would be terrible in VR, so my best idea was to replace it somehow with another feature. hmmmmmm. Climbing would be very fun, and stamina usage would be defined by how long the player held a spot and how many times they used a hand.

[@Whatismusic123]

r/im14andthisisdeep

[@joey_gunnz7830]

WOW...what an amazing video. You truly put a smile on my face the whole time. Thank you for making such an awesome video and putting so much though into something so many of us love as Nintendo Gamers

[@Nyjae8]

I’ve been so intimidated to play this game because it’s open world but the way you shared your experience about the freedom they gave you just made me excited to experience it for myself. I can’t explain but it gave me a new perspective & an amazing feeling of wonder that made me want to go on this journey. Once I finish my other ones of course cuz I feel like I’ll be playing this game for a while lol

[@kimikothetanuki314]

Imo, Breath of the Wild is still a good game, but not an amazing game. Its open world has aged quite poorly when compared to something like Elden Ring…

[@frickinfrick8488]

This captured my feelings so eloquently. Great video

[@CView]

So glad you enjoyed! Thanks for taking a chance on the vid

[@hdcvo2570]

It is my all time favorite game of all time. I cannot wait for next sequel.

[@JamesGowan]

I bought Zelda Breath of the Wild on WiiU… it was pretty good. Will be buying a Switch for this sequel

[@ritvul]

incredible video man

[@CView]

So glad you enjoyed! Thank you sm for watching!

[@miyukoi]

Dude your channel is HUGELY underrated. I didn't even noticed that video ended that's how invested I was

[@CView]

❤️ means so much. Thank you sm for watching

[@annebonny5348]

Honestly i LOVE totk but it failed a bit to live up to botw in some ways and this video describes why

[@prat96]

For me, No Game would Ever be "this Impactful and Magical".

[@Kruemeleistee]

Guess I'll listen to the OST the next few days and start a new playthrough after watching this video.

[@CView]

Once I started playing again, I couldn’t stop. Hope you enjoy your new play through and thanks for watching!

[@mariorruiz]

Nice vid man, I thought it was very bias but at the end, I bought it cause it made me feel what I felt the first time I played it. You got a well earned like.

[@mercy6792]

For some reason, you could bring tears to the eyes of the person, who did not even play the game.

[@BassByTheBay]

Man, you articulated this _perfectly._ Nintendo absolutely knocked it out of the park with BoTW. And your video production is excellent. Subbed.

[@CView]

Appreciate the kind words! Thank you for watching and glad you enjoyed!

[@gabecicala]

Chris. I mean, CView. Who the heck is Chris? Anyway. Chris, tbh …….. I haven’t watched it yet. this video is most likely AMAZING. Which is why I saved it to my watch later playlist. Only video I’ve ever saved to that playlist 100% fact. As I’m writing this comment I notice Mario with a hat in the video. CANT WAIT.

[@CView]

Don’t know what you’re talking about hahaa but enjoy

[@EdgarBC1991]

🙏🏽🙌🏽😭🙏🏽🙌🏽

[@johntan8343]

If breath of the wild is the iphone of open world, Elden Ring is the android phones then.

[@rottenpuppieproduction5587]

Breath of the wild is one of my all time favorite game. Cant wait fir tears of the kingdom

[@kikomarurim]

This video is soo Good, congratulations you should be very proud.

[@atashicandybaby]

This week, after 2 years or +-500 hours, I made 100% of my journey. Of course I still have so many things to do in Hyrule, but the essential is made. Sorry if my english is so poor, but im from Brasil and I speak portuguese.

[@CView]

No worries at all! Hi from the USA!

[@i_am_bored872]

this is a extremely well produced video, bro got my tearing up

[@CView]

Much appreciated and glad you took something away from it!

[@chadroose5404]

I never gotten chills watching an youtube video up unit now, instantly subscribed!

[@CView]

You’re too kind. Glad to have you ❤️

[@justthibs]

what is the theme at the very end, i forgot the name and its my fav

[@KINGTUTT_]

this is the best game of all time so stoked for Tears of the Kingdom

[@earlmoore7003]

Can't wait for Tears of the Kingdom 💯😍🙏

[@KalarMar]

good vid.

[@peiper9407]

bro this is one of the best video i ever see for Zelda BotW, and i 100 % agree with your point that power from the hardware dosen´t matter if the game sucks.

[@CView]

Thanks so much for watching and glad you enjoyed the vid

[@4Clubs]

I love and I played this game so much that I keep asking myself weird things like why can' Link just eat sticks of goat butter. The only thing that kept BotW from being pretty much the perfect game for me was Master Mode being phoned in, it didn't need enemy HP regen or inflated health pools, just harder hitting enemies and a more concrete experience like no inventory healing/buffing/equipping while climbing or flying, and maybe keep eating cooked foods to when Link is either in towns or near camp fires. Master Mode to me is the single wine stain in this perfect linen of a game. Played this for over 500 hours and I think that it's an absolute masterpiece albeit its flaws. Really looking forward to what Nintendo will be presenting in the sequel.

[@CView]

Completely agree about master mode, and cant wait for the sequel. Thank you for watching!

[@the4lej031]

Yooo the music is playing so much with my emotions…. Such a beautiful review👏 you have a really nice way with your words

[@CView]

Thank you :) Glad you enjoyed

[@kswong3433]

well said my man. I am so glad to be a nintendo fan boy.

[@hiddejager]

Great video! I'm sure your channel would grow exponentially if you'd upload semi-frequently. Would love to see more

[@CView]

You make a great point Young Jedi! More videos are in the works. Thank you so much for watching

[@betonline88]

This review just got me to download the game

[@isaacsirkin]

ngl the best video i’ve probably ever watched on breath of the wild, not too much said, but not too little said, props to you

[@CView]

Too kind