Experience the epic Imprisoning War in this action-packed Zelda spin-off, coming exclusively to the Nintendo Switch 2.
A New Zelda Adventure Awaits
While fans eagerly await the next mainline Legend of Zelda game, Nintendo has unveiled Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a thrilling prequel set during the cataclysmic Imprisoning War. This conflict, which shaped the events of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, will now be playable in the signature Warriors-style combat.
Players will take on the roles of key figures like Rauru, Zelda, and other champions as they battle against Ganon’s relentless forces. Though details are still emerging, the game promises the fast-paced, large-scale battles the Warriors series is known for.
Release Window and Platforms
When Will It Launch?
Nintendo has confirmed that Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is set to arrive in winter 2025 or early 2026. While an exact date hasn’t been announced, fans can expect more updates as the release window approaches.
Exclusive to Switch 2
Unlike previous Hyrule Warriors titles, this installment will be a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, meaning it won’t be available on the original Switch.
Preorders and Pricing
Can You Preorder Yet?
Since the game lacks a firm release date, preorders aren’t live at this time. Retailers will likely open reservations once Nintendo finalizes the launch timing.
Expected Price Range
While official pricing hasn’t been confirmed, most first-party Switch 2 titles are expected to fall between 70and70and80, suggesting Age of Imprisonment will follow suit.
First Trailer Breakdown
Nintendo debuted the game’s first trailer during its April 2025 Nintendo Direct presentation. The footage opens with Princess Zelda narrating the rise and fall of the Zonai-Hylian alliance, leading into the devastating Imprisoning War.
Key moments include intense battle sequences featuring Zelda and Rauru fighting hordes of Bokoblins, Moblins, and other Ganon-aligned foes. The trailer also teases Mineru, Rauru’s sister, who wields advanced Zonai technology in combat.
Gameplay and Features
Massive Battles and Playable Characters
True to the Warriors formula, Age of Imprisonment will immerse players in chaotic battles with hundreds of enemies on-screen. The game draws heavy inspiration from Tears of the Kingdom, incorporating familiar enemies, locations, and mechanics.
Players will control multiple characters, each with unique weapons and fighting styles. Confirmed playable heroes include Zelda, Rauru, and Mineru, with more likely to be revealed.
The Story Behind the War
Serving as a direct prelude to Tears of the Kingdom, the game explores the Imprisoning War in depth—an event previously only referenced in lore. Fans will witness firsthand the struggles of Hyrule’s champions as they fight to contain Ganon’s darkness.
Development Team
The project is a collaboration between Nintendo and Koei Tecmo, with development led by Koei Tecmo’s AAA Games Studio. This studio, established in 2024, is headed by Yosuke Hayashi, a veteran of previous Nintendo-Warriors crossovers.
Stay tuned for more updates as Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment nears its winter launch.