Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Review – Another Empowering Spin-Off Prequel
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s Musou spin-off offers a familiar yet refined adventure, enriched by several thoughtful combat improvements. Building on the foundation of 2020’s Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, this new chapter gives Tears of the Kingdom its own mass-battle experience in classic one-versus-hundreds style.
Players curious about what Princess Zelda experienced after being sent back to Hyrule’s earliest age will find answers here. According to Nintendo and Koei Tecmo, she spends her time clashing with swarms of Shades, Moblins, and Zonai Constructs. While it may not match the image players once imagined, the scenario fits seamlessly with the tone and scope established by previous Hyrule Warriors titles.
“It’s not exactly what I pictured in my head, I’ll admit, but such circumstances are perfectly in line with what the prior two Hyrule Warriors games have taught us to expect.”
This entry stands out by being officially part of the Zelda timeline rather than a side-story. Although it retains the core Musou formula made famous by Dynasty Warriors, its style, scale, and connection to the lore make it a satisfying journey for fans aware of what to expect.
Author’s Summary
The game masterfully expands Zelda’s mythology through large-scale battles, balancing familiar Musou chaos with genuine narrative significance.