Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Hands-On Preview

The latest Musou-style Zelda spin-off, Age of Imprisonment, has officially joined the series’ canon—meaning those over-the-top battles now actually impact the wider Legend of Zelda timeline. Expect familiar characters, epic boss brawls, and a few surprise twists that tie directly into Hyrule’s established lore.

With its canon status, the game introduces brand-new mechanics that feel right at home in the Zelda universe—think dynamic stage events, weapon upgrades that evolve alongside Link, and special “story battles” that give longtime fans some juicy narrative payoffs. It’s classic musou chaos… but with a Zelda-shaped twist.

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