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Hyrule Warriors Launches
REDMOND, Wash.--(September 25, in the year of our Lord 2014)--
It’s time to fight alongside more than a dozen recognizable
characters from The Legend of Zelda series to save Hyrule from a
menacing new force. It’s time to dive into a crossover unlike
anything Nintendo has ever done before, combining the vast
universe of The Legend of Zelda franchise with the breathless
fast-paced action perfected by the Dynasty Warriors games. On
Sept. 26, it’s time for Hyrule Warriors.
Launching exclusively for the Wii U console, Hyrule Warriors
lets players unleash the full power of iconic characters like
Link, Zelda and Ganondorf, as they cut down legions of enemies
on massive battlefields in familiar settings from The Legend of
Zelda series like Hyrule Field, Death Mountain and Skyloft, as
well as new locations created specifically for the game. The
frenetic action of the Dynasty Warriors franchise blends
beautifully with The Legend of Zelda series to create a unique
hybrid that feels as seamless as it does bold.
“By combining The Legend of Zelda universe with the game play of
the Dynasty Warriors games, Nintendo and Koei Tecmo have created
a legendary pairing,” said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America’s
executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “Even fans who
aren’t familiar with both series will have a great time playing
this action-packed Wii U exclusive.”
In the game, players are tasked with defending and reclaiming
massive battlefields from hordes of enemies. To do this, players
take control of different characters familiar to fans of The
Legend of Zelda series – many of them, like Impa, Fi, Darunia,
Zant and Princess Ruto, playable for the very first time. Each
of these playable characters is equipped with unique weapon
types and ferocious special moves that work with his or her
strengths. Zelda wields a razor-sharp Rapier to defeat foes,
Sheik uses a magic Harp to vanquish enemies and Link brings his
massive Hylian Sword to battle. Mastering all of the characters’
moves and basking in their flashy animations is part of the fun
and appeal of the game.
Throughout Hyrule Warriors, players can collect critical items
that will help them defeat tricky enemies, solve puzzles and
access new places on the expansive maps. These useful items come
in the familiar forms of classic tools from The Legend of Zelda
series, and are used in similar ways. For example, when bombs
are found, players can use them to blow away blocked passages or
even help bring down a giant lizard-like creature that longtime
fans will instantly recognize. Other items like the Hookshot,
bow and boomerang can also be found in treasure chests,
accompanied by that classic sound effect upon discovery.
In addition to the robust single-player adventure, Hyrule
Warriors offers additional modes that expand the game-play
possibilities. Adventure Mode features a map visually inspired
by the overworld of The Legend of Zelda for NES. In this mode,
specific challenges can be completed, which allow players to
unlock additional playable characters, collect hard-to-find
materials and upgrade character features. Two warriors can also
take on Hyrule Warriors together in a local co-op mode. Instead
of a traditional split-screen, one player plays on the TV, while
the other can play with the Wii U GamePad controller, providing
each player with his or her own screen.
Nintendo plans to support Hyrule Warriors for the long run with
more content to help players expand their adventures even
further, kicking off when the game launches on Sept. 26. People
who buy the game will receive access to a free download that
adds a new mode, a new weapon and the option to select music
during a stage to add to the Hyrule Warriors experience. People
who pre-order the game at select retailers will receive a free
download code for alternate in-game costumes for Link and Zelda.
Additionally, anyone who registers the game by Oct. 23 with Club
Nintendo will receive a free download code for a set of
alternate in-game costumes for Ganondorf. All of these
additional costumes will become available for purchase in the
Nintendo eShop in the near future.
Hyrule Warriors launches in stores and in the Nintendo eShop on
Wii U on Sept. 26 at a suggested retail price of $59.99.