True to Nintendo's tradition, the Nintendo Switch 2 won't be without its iconic Zelda game, though it's arriving in an unexpected format. During today's Nintendo Direct, fans were thrilled to discover that Koei Tecmo is developing a new installment in the Hyrule Warriors series titled "Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment." This game serves as a prequel to "Tears of the Kingdom" and is set to launch this winter.
"Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment" introduces a new chapter in the Hyrule Warriors saga, focusing on the characters from the ancient history sections of "Tears of the Kingdom." The game features familiar faces like Zelda, alongside Rauru, Sonia, and other Secret Stone holders. It explores Zelda's journey after she travels back in time, where she allies with the last Zonai, Rauru, his sister Mineru, and his wife Sonia, to combat Ganondorf and his forces.
Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 - Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment
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The trailer showcased the unique abilities of these champions, including Mineru piloting her mech, Zelda wielding her magic, Rauru with his intriguing sword-spear hybrid, and brief glimpses of other Sacred Stone wielders.
This marks the third entry in the Hyrule Warriors series, following the original "Hyrule Warriors" and "Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity," which was a prequel to "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild." "Age of Calamity" was particularly notable for its unique storytelling approach, which slightly deviated from the expected narrative, earning it a 9/10 from us for being "a joy to play and discover" and "a blast from start to finish."
Fans can stay updated on all the announcements from today's Nintendo Direct by following the provided link.
