Synopsis
This game shares the past world of "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom" and the ancient Imprisoning War. The unknown story that leads to "Tears of the Kingdom" will be revealed in this canonical tale[1].
Gameplay
Gameplay focuses on large-scale real-time battles where you defeat waves of enemies using flashy combos, special abilities, and magical powers. You switch between characters, each with unique skills, to complete objectives across expansive battlefields. Between missions, you unlock upgrades, manage resources, and see story moments that expand on events of the Imprisoning War.
Placement
This game takes place in the Era of Prosperity after the founding of Hyrule[2].
Preceding Events
The Light Spirits Banish the Interlopers
After sealing the magic of the Interlopers into the Fused Shadow, the Light Spirits Lanayru, Faron, Eldin, and Ordona chased the group through Hyrule, culminating with the Interlopers getting banished to the Twilight Realm via the Mirror of Twilight[3]
Rauru Constructs the Temple of Time
The legend of a supreme power spread throughout the land, whetting the appetites of those who would possess the Triforce and inciting vicious battles between them. Rauru, the Sage of Light, constructed the Temple of Time, which contained the only existing entrance to the Sacred Realm, where the Triforce was located.[4]
Rauru Seals the Sacred Realm
With power stronger than both time and the Master Sword, Rauru sealed the Sacred Realm. The pedestal holding the Master Sword was closed behind the Door of Time, and the keys to opening the door (the Spiritual Stones of forest, fire, and water) were protected by their respective people.[5]
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References
- ↑ Nintendo Switch 2 launches 5th June, bringing new forms of game communication to life, Nintendo (2025-04-03 00:00:00). Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is the newest title in the Hyrule Warriors series and is developed by Koei-Tecmo Games with support from Nintendo. The game features epic battles against hordes of enemies as it tells the untold story from Hyrule's distant past of the Imprisoning War that ultimately led to the events of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Fans of the Legend of Zelda series and players of both The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom can experience the thrill of battle and this canonical tale featuring Princess Zelda, King Rauru, and other familiar characters. Fight for Hyrule’s future when Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment comes to Nintendo Switch 2 this summer.. Source Archive.
- ↑ Beyond the Legend – Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment – Creator's Voice, Nintendo (2025-05-20 00:00:00). "In this Hyrule Warriors Game, you'll see how the people contended with the threat of the original Ganondorf.". Source [ Archive].
- ↑ The Light Spirits Banish the Interlopers, The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia (January 29, 2013). Nintendo. Dark Horse Books. p. 113 - View Translation
- ↑ Rauru Constructs the Temple of Time, The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia (January 29, 2013). Nintendo. Dark Horse Books. p. 77 - View Translation
- ↑ Rauru Seals the Sacred Realm, The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia (January 29, 2013). Nintendo. Dark Horse Books. p. 77 - View Translation