The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker

Our analysis

A timeless, charming adventure and one of the series' finest entries, where flashy sword combat, devious dungeons, and a delightful narrative shine through a kooky, expressive world. The cel-shaded art holds up beautifully and the GameCube original remains hugely enjoyable. The slow sailing and an annoying late-game fetch quest are minor hang-ups in an otherwise masterful, near-best pre-Breath of the Wild Zelda.