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Posted: 4 months ago, last updated 3 weeks ago.
Author: Wesley Williams, @JonahMonaghan, @GeekDadGamer and Jo Robertson.
Overview
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity is set during the Great Calamity, 100 years before Link awakens at the beginning of Breath of the Wild, when the armies of Hyrule clashed with the forces of Calamity Ganon, ultimately resulting in the collapse of the kingdom. Throughout the game you'll get the chance to control Link and a variety of familiar Legend of Zelda characters, including Zelda herself and the gigantic Divine Beasts that played an important role in the main plot of Breath of the Wild.
Although combat is the primary focus of the game, you'll also be required to complete specific objectives and take strategic actions, such as capturing bases and commanding troops. The game is further expanded with its crafting and weapon upgrade system, as well as adding in some environmental puzzles. Breath of the Wild players will also get to reacquaint themselves with the Sheikah Slate, paraglider and a number of other familiar elements from the game.
Age of Calamity will also feature compatibility with Nintendo's Four Champions amiibo, continuing the series support for the figures dating back to the first game on the Wii U.
Hyrule Warriors games:
- Hyrule Warriors - Nintendo Wii U
- Hyrule Warriors: Legends - Nintendo 2DS/3DS
- Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch
- Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - Nintendo Switch
Game Details
Rating: PEGI 12+, ESRB TEEN
Release Date: 14/08/2014, updated in 2020
Platforms: Nintendo 2DS|3DS, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Wii U
Developer: @KoeiTecmoUS
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