Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Review
Zelda's journey through Hyrule's ancient past delivers the best experience yet in the Hyrule Warriors series. Playing Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, it's clear that Tears of the Kingdom's story was top of mind, alongside Age of Calamity's take on Breath of the Wild's backstory.
While Zelda games have never ignored story, recent titles felt like missed opportunities, though full of potential. I appreciated the concept of a narrative unfolding behind the scenes in Tears of the Kingdom, set after Breath of the Wild, but some key story elements left me unsatisfied.
On paper, Age of Imprisonment promises to fulfill that original story's gaps, offering a moving tale it previously lacked. However, like Tears of the Kingdom, its success depends heavily on execution—and it must also stand strong as a Warriors game.
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To take a step back, this review assumes familiarity with Dynasty Warriors for those interested in Age of Imprisonment.
Summary: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment skillfully fills narrative gaps and offers a compelling ancient Hyrule adventure, making it a standout Warriors experience.