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Is The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild hard? Our beginner verdict

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is level 4 of 5 on our beginner scale (Challenging), which makes it hard for someone who has never played. The hardest part for a newcomer is steering the camera while you move.

Why it is hard

• Free 3D camera, open world with little guidance, real-time combat, weapons break.

Learning the controls

4 of 5

Moving the camera

4 of 5

Need for quick reactions

3 of 5

Consequences of mistakes

3 of 5

Amount of reading

2 of 5

Lower numbers mean fewer demands on the player. Reviews and popularity: Hall of Fame.

You are probably ready when

You can steer a character and the camera together and like finding your own way.

Games that could help you get comfortable

If you are new, these build the skills The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild asks for, one step at a time. You don't need to finish them all.

1. Captain Toad: Treasure TrackerLevel 2 · Easy
2. Kirby and the Forgotten LandLevel 2 · Easy
3. The Legend of Zelda: Link's AwakeningLevel 3 · Moderate
4. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the WildLevel 4 · Challenging

Settings and tips that help

Start on the plateau slowly; cook food for health; no penalty for skipping shrines.

Where it plays

Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Players: Solo.

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