Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Highlights Princess Zelda
Koei Tecmo and Nintendo created a musou game that puts Princess Zelda at the forefront. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment presents a canonical story, serving as a companion to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, captivating me since its initial announcement.
Expanding the Imprisoning War
Nintendo entrusted Koei Tecmo with expanding on the tragic Imprisoning War, bringing to life events and characters previously only hinted at in brief flashbacks. This ambitious task risked either enriching the existing narrative or diluting a mysterious part of the lore better left unexplored.
Balanced Outcome with Engaging Combat and Story
The game achieves a middle ground, offering:
- Exciting combat sequences
- Emotionally resonant characters
- A narrative that compensates for the original game's melancholic tone through sharp, playful humor
Genre Limitations and Strengths
Although it cannot avoid the repetitive nature of the musou genre, requiring players to defeat large numbers of enemies repeatedly, Age of Imprisonment balances this with:
- Compelling character development
- Varied gameplay within the repetitive framework
- A touching story that moved me despite knowing the outcome
"It begins immediately after Zelda is transported back in time by a mysterious force at the beginning of Tears of the Kingdom."
Author's summary:
Age of Imprisonment enriches the Zelda saga by blending compelling characters and thrilling combat, delivering a narrative that deepens the lore while injecting humor into its tragic backdrop.
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