An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for the Nintendo Switch system. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination.
About The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the latest instalment in the iconic Zelda franchise and is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch. Developed and published by Nintendo, the game takes players on an epic journey through the mystical land of Hyrule, where they must face challenging puzzles, and fierce enemies, and uncover the secrets of the kingdom.
Technical Evolution
One of the biggest differences between Tears of the Kingdom and previous Zelda games on the Switch is the game’s technical evolution. The game boasts stunning visuals, with a vibrant colour palette and detailed character models. The game also features improved AI, which makes the enemies more challenging and unpredictable than ever before. Furthermore, the game has a new physics engine that adds an additional level of realism to the game’s puzzles and challenges.
Gameplay
Tears of the Kingdom continues the classic Zelda formula of exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat. Players will control the iconic hero, Link, as he embarks on a quest to save Princess Zelda and restore peace to the kingdom. The game world is vast and open, allowing players to explore at their own pace. The game also features a day-night cycle, which affects the behaviour of both enemies and NPCs.
Puzzles
Puzzles have always been a staple of the Zelda franchise, and Tears of the Kingdom is no exception. The game features a variety of puzzles, ranging from simple brainteasers to complex challenges that require a combination of abilities and tools to solve. The physics engine adds a level of realism to the puzzles, making them more immersive than ever before.
Explore the vast land – and skies – of Hyrule
In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you’ll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above.
Can you harness the power of Link’s new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?
Compatible with amiibo
This Link (Tears of the Kingdom) amiibo will launch alongside the game on May 12th. By tapping this amiibo, you can receive weapons and materials, as well as a special fabric for Link’s paraglider.
If you scan an amiibo from The Legend of Zelda series, you can receive helpful materials, weapons or a paraglider fabric based on the amiibo you scanned.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Official Trailer
Game details
- Release date: 12th May 2023
- Digital Download Size: 18.2GB Additional storage may be needed on your console for installation or software updates.
- Category: Action, Adventure, RPG
- Players: 1
- Play mode: Handheld mode, Tabletop mode, TV mode
- Publisher: Nintendo
Supported Play Modes
TV mode
Tabletop mode
Handheld mode
Software compatibility and play experience may differ on Nintendo Switch Lite. Additional accessories may be required (sold separately). See support for details.
