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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Breath of the Wild is an open world RPG in the long-running Nintendo staple series, the Legend of Zelda. In this game, players assume the role of Link 100 years after a great cataclysm and, as always, work toward rescuing Princess Zelda.

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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Breath of the Wild is an open world RPG in the long-running Nintendo staple series, the Legend of Zelda. In this game, players assume the role of Link 100 years after a great cataclysm and, as always, work toward rescuing Princess Zelda.

Platform(s)
Wii U , Switch
Released
March 3, 2017
Developer(s)
Nintendo EPD
Publisher(s)
Nintendo
Genre(s)
Action , Adventure
ESRB
E for Everyone: Fantasy Violence, Use of Alcohol, Mild Suggestive Themes

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