Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Released for Nintendo Switch 2
Koei Tecmo Games launched Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment on Nintendo Switch 2 on Thursday, November 6, 2025. This new chapter in the Hyrule Warriors series explores the ancient Imprisoning War, a key event briefly mentioned in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Story and Setting
The game takes place during the era of the Imprisoning War, providing a deeper look at the conflict only hinted at in the original title. Players battle against the Demon King’s vast forces alongside notable heroes like Princess Zelda and Rauru.
Gameplay Features
- Players engage with Musou action, a hallmark of the Warriors series, allowing them to defeat multiple enemies swiftly.
- Sync Strike: This is a powerful joint attack performed with allies. The effect varies based on the characters involved.
"Zelda and Rauru can unleash a powerful beam of light together, while the combination of Zelda and Mineru lets Zelda ride a golem piloted by Mineru, enhancing it with the power of light."
Zonai Devices
The game also features Zonai Devices, technology from the Zonai tribe to which Rauru belongs. Players can wield familiar tools from Tears of the Kingdom, including the Flame Emitter and Time Bomb.
The variety of Sync Strike combinations and the use of Zonai Devices provide diverse strategies to overcome challenges in the battle against evil forces.
Author’s Summary
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment enriches the lore of The Legend of Zelda universe by vividly portraying the legendary war and expanding gameplay with unique cooperative attacks and ancient technology.