What is the best Legend of Zelda game of all time?

Whether you swear by the revolutionary 3D dungeons, cherish the timeless 2D adventures, or live for the open-air freedom of recent entries — Zelda has never stopped surprising fans. Which game reigns supreme?

1

Ocarina of Time

The revolutionary 1998 N64 game that defined 3D adventure gaming and topped best-game-ever lists for over two decades.

2

A Link to the Past

The iconic 1991 SNES game widely regarded as the definitive 2D Zelda experience, establishing the template for the entire series.

3

Breath of the Wild

Nintendo's 2017 open-world reinvention that shattered Zelda conventions and became one of the most acclaimed games in history.

4

Tears of the Kingdom

The 2023 sequel to Breath of the Wild featuring sky islands, underground depths, and the innovative Ultrahand ability.

5

Majora's Mask

The haunting 2000 N64 sequel known for its three-day time loop, dark themes, and deeply emotional sidequests.

6

The Wind Waker

The cel-shaded 2002 GameCube adventure set across a vast ocean, initially divisive but now celebrated as a masterpiece.

7

Twilight Princess

The darker, more mature 2006 GameCube/Wii entry featuring an epic wolf-Link mechanic and one of the longest Zelda stories.

8

Link's Awakening

Originally a 1993 Game Boy classic later remade in 2019, a charming and surprisingly emotional adventure far from Hyrule.

9

Skyward Sword

The 2011 Wii origin story of the Zelda timeline, later remastered for Switch in 2021 with improved motion controls.

10

A Link Between Worlds

Nintendo's clever 2013 3DS sequel to A Link to the Past, introducing the innovative wall-merging mechanic.

11

Echoes of Wisdom

The 2024 Switch game placing Zelda herself as the protagonist for the first time, using Tri Rod echo abilities.

12

The Legend of Zelda (1986)

The original 1986 NES game that started it all, creating the action-adventure template that defined a genre.

13

Oracle of Ages / Seasons

Two linked 2001 Game Boy Color adventures that rewarded players who completed both with a secret combined ending.