Zelda Spin-off Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment
Setting and Gameplay
In Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment (Nintendo Switch, £58.99), you are sent back a thousand years to the Imprisoning War. As Princess Zelda, you face relentless battles against hundreds of monsters at once. The game demands constant combat, with each weapon swing sending dozens of enemies flying.
Series Background
The Zelda series originated from the desire to capture the magic of childhood adventures through exploring caves, forests, and riverbanks. On the other hand, the Dynasty Warriors series focuses on overwhelming hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. The Hyrule Warriors games, launched in 2014 as Zelda spin-offs, merge Nintendo’s fairytale world with the intense button-mashing gameplay of Dynasty Warriors.
Age Of Imprisonment Overview
This latest installment is the third in the Hyrule Warriors lineage and serves as a prequel to the 2023 mainline Zelda game, Tears Of The Kingdom. It explores a conflict only previously mentioned in that title, putting players in the heart of the Imprisoning War.
"Princess power: Zelda cuts a swathe through her enemies in Age Of Imprisonment."
Verdict
This combination of exploration and mass-combat makes for an engaging experience. Although it’s familiar to fans of previous Hyrule Warriors games, Age Of Imprisonment offers a fresh perspective on Zelda’s lore and intense action.
Author's summary:
Age Of Imprisonment expertly blends Zelda’s rich narrative with the dynamic combat of Dynasty Warriors, delivering a thrilling prequel that immerses players in the ancient Imprisoning War.