Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment's Best New Feature Is A Star Fox Game In Disguise
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is a notable collaboration between Koei Tecmo and Nintendo, bringing several surprises to the table. Having played numerous “Warriors” titles before, I expected familiar fast-paced battles, but this entry offers something unexpected.
Besides the intense combat, this game includes what feels like a mini Star Fox experience — a rare opportunity to fly and shoot reminiscent of Star Fox, something fans haven't seen in nearly ten years.
Age of Imprisonment expands on the foundations of its predecessor, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, by delivering an action-heavy prequel story to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. It evolves the previous game’s mechanics while adding elements unique to Tears of the Kingdom, making it one of the strongest entries in the Warriors series in recent years.
Story and Setting
The game explores the Imprisoning War against Ganondorf, a conflict that sets the stage for the events in Tears of the Kingdom. The entire storyline is set in the distant past, focusing on Princess Zelda’s alliance with King Rauru and Queen Sonia.
“I genuinely did not expect that this would be the closest thing we’ve gotten to a new Star Fox game where you can fly and shoot in nearly a decade.”
This blend of Star Fox-style gameplay within the Warriors framework creates a fresh and engaging experience that enhances the lore and excitement of Tears of the Kingdom.
Summary
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment seamlessly combines refined action gameplay with a rare Star Fox-inspired flight mode, enriching the backstory of Tears of the Kingdom with a compelling prequel narrative.
Author's summary: Age of Imprisonment revitalizes the Warriors series by integrating an unexpected Star Fox flight mode and deepening the Zelda lore through a thrilling prequel adventure.