Super Mario Odyssey vs The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

The comparison

Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild are measured by different sources, so there is no single winner. Each is shown in its own units. Reviewers most praise Super Mario Odyssey for series-best quality, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for series-best zelda.

As of Jun 23, 2026, Super Mario Odyssey is rated 97/100 on OpenCritic (158 critic reviews), and 97/100 on Metacritic (124 critic reviews); The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is rated 96/100 on OpenCritic (168 critic reviews), and 97/100 on Metacritic (117 critic reviews). No source is blended; each stands on its own.

Super Mario Odyssey

97/100OpenCritic
158critic reviews
97/100Metacritic
124critic reviews
Praise
  • series-best quality (6)
  • innovation and originality (6)
  • abundant content and secrets (4)
  • nostalgic yet fresh feel (4)
Complaints
  • not most challenging entry (1)

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

96/100OpenCritic
168critic reviews
97/100Metacritic
117critic reviews
Praise
  • series-best zelda (7)
  • open-world freedom (6)
  • masterclass game design (4)
  • sense of adventure (4)
Complaints
  • minor technical issues (1)
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