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Hasbro revealed The Legend of Zelda: Heroes of Hyrule, a 6-inch action-figure line based on Tears of the Kingdom featuring Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf with multiple accessories and over 20 points of articulation; prices are $27.99 for Link and Zelda and $42.99 for Ganondorf, with pre-orders live now and a Spring 2027 launch.
Kotaku’s Rebekah Valentine highlights a fan-made Tears of the Kingdom build found on the HyruleEngineering subreddit that traps Ganondorf inside a wheel formed by interconnected Zonai carts around a central device, creating a perpetual-motion moment during a fight; the creator’s glitch-work and the mysterious wiring spark curiosity, while the playful presentation—music, a dancing Link, and a sense of whimsy—celebrates the quirky creativity of Zelda fans.
Nintendo opened US pre-orders for the Tears of the Kingdom Mineru's Construct amiibo, priced at $34.99. The figure features articulated arms and unlocks a unique paraglider design, plus in-game item bonuses across Tears of the Kingdom, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and Breath of the Wild. Release is set for September 17, 2026, ahead of a Switch 2 Edition for Tears of the Kingdom.
Patricia Summersett has voiced Princess Zelda since 2017, narrating the character in Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, and various Hyrule Warriors titles. She recalls auditioning for a role she didn’t fully know at the time, the collaborative, meticulous process with director Jamie Mortellaro, and how Zelda evolves across games while retaining a consistent core. The Zelda Notes helped her inhabit Zelda’s inner world, and she expresses gratitude for returning to Hyrule rather than passing the torch. Summersett also cites Ocarina of Time and Twilight Princess as favorites and notes the Zelda 40th anniversary as a milestone for the decade-long journey.
First 4 Figures revealed an exclusive Tears of the Kingdom Link statue, a 9-inch painted PVC figure with LED light-up on the right arm and base; pre-orders open February 26, 2026, with the price announced the same day. The standard edition is already available at GameStop and other retailers, and signing up to the First 4 Figures newsletter can save $10 on launch. A full reveal is promised soon.
Nintendo released Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom version 1.4.3 on Switch and Switch 2, fixing the Black Hinox undefeated bug that blocked obtaining the Hinox Monster Medal and addressing several other gameplay issues.
The article discusses concerns about the potential sequel to Tears of the Kingdom, highlighting a desire for Nintendo to introduce new gameplay styles and visual aesthetics to keep the Zelda series fresh, as fans grow tired of the current open-world formula.
Nintendo kept the Imprisoning War Sages mysterious in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to maintain the game's central theme and prevent story complexity, but they are given more focus in Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. The Sages' faces and personalities were intentionally hidden to avoid overcomplicating the story, which is why they appeared unassuming in the game.
Nintendo's upcoming mainline Zelda game may incorporate gameplay influences from the musou-style Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, which ties into Tears of the Kingdom, suggesting a potential evolution in the franchise's gameplay and storytelling, possibly reflecting collaborative innovations with Koei Tecmo, and marking the first Zelda title for Nintendo Switch 2.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment serves as a complementary story expansion to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, offering a hack-and-slash gameplay experience that explores Zelda's story through engaging combat mechanics and character variety, enriching the overall Zelda universe.
Dan Houser compares the design of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom to Hitchcock films, praising their cinematic and systemic gameplay that uniquely speaks the language of video games, highlighting Nintendo's polish and storytelling style.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is praised for its engaging, fluid combat and fun gameplay, especially on the new Switch hardware, but criticized for its weak story, lack of depth in lore, and missed opportunities to explore the rich history of Tears of the Kingdom, making it more of a fanservice-filled action game than a meaningful prequel.
A new Zelda game, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, is set to release on Switch 2, serving as a prequel to Tears of the Kingdom and exploring the Imprisoning War, but its timeline is confusing and complex, involving alternate events and time travel.,
The article reviews the top Nintendo Switch 2 games for 2025, highlighting titles like Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananaza, and enhanced versions of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, emphasizing improved performance, new features, and upcoming releases that make the console a compelling gaming platform.,
The article discusses the enhanced experience of playing The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo Switch 2, highlighting improved visuals, performance, and load times, and offers helpful tips for newcomers, such as prioritizing the paraglider, leveling stamina, fusing makeshift hammers, and trusting one's ingenuity with Ultrahand to solve puzzles and explore effectively.