"Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Coming to Nintendo Switch 2"

It wouldn't be a Nintendo console without a Zelda, and the Nintendo Switch 2 is no exception, though it came in a form we weren't expecting. During today's Nintendo Direct, we learned that Koei Tecmo is making a new Hyrule Warriors game: a Tears of the Kingdom prequel called Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. And it's coming out this winter, much to the excitement of Zelda fans everywhere.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is another thrilling addition to the Hyrule Warriors series, this time spotlighting the characters from the ancient history sections of Tears of the Kingdom. The game stars Zelda, alongside Rauru, Sonia, and other holders of the Secret Stones. It delves into the narrative of what Zelda was doing during the events of Tears of the Kingdom after she traveled back in time. In this epic tale, she joins forces with the last remaining Zonai, including Rauru, his sister Mineru, and his wife Sonia, to battle against Ganondorf and his formidable forces.

Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 - Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment

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The trailer showcased the impressive abilities of these champions, including Mineru piloting her mech, Zelda wielding powerful magic, Rauru brandishing a unique sword-spear, and a brief glimpse of other Sacred Stone wielders in action.

This marks the third entry in the Hyrule Warriors series, following the original Hyrule Warriors and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Age of Calamity served as a prequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and was celebrated for its unexpected storytelling. It earned a stellar 9/10 from us, praised as "a joy to play and discover" and "a blast from start to finish." With Age of Imprisonment, fans can look forward to another engaging and potentially surprising narrative twist.

You can catch up on all the exciting announcements from today's Nintendo Direct right here.