Nintendo’s highly anticipated release, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, is set to debut exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 next week, launching globally on November 6, 2025.
Developed by Koei Tecmo, this latest entry in the long-running 'Warriors' spin-off franchise builds on the momentum of previous heavy hitters for the platform, such as Mario Kart, Donkey Kong, and the most recent Pokémon titles. Following the critical and commercial success of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, which launched for the original Nintendo Switch in 2020, Age of Imprisonment presents Zelda fans with a fresh, canonical story set prior to the events of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
This musou-inspired action game once again brings together beloved series characters, including Princess Zelda, while introducing players to new challenges and expansive, action-packed battles exclusive to Nintendo’s latest hybrid hardware. Early impressions have underscored the technical improvements brought by the Nintendo Switch 2.
Lowell Bell, reporting for Nintendo Life after a hands-on session at the Tokyo Game Show in September 2024, highlighted the game's notable performance enhancements.
Bell remarked that the docked version ran impressively well—a significant leap over Age of Calamity’s performance on the first-generation Switch, which was often criticized for its frame rate drops and slowdown.
Bell described swapping between Zelda, Rauru, and Mineru during frenetic combat without experiencing any slowdowns, a marked improvement as characters battled waves of enemies and took on formidable Depths bosses like the Frox. Nintendo has been actively promoting Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment since its initial reveal during the April 2025 Nintendo Direct.
Multiple trailers and gameplay demonstrations have showcased new features, combat mechanics, and the expansive cast of characters, fueling excitement among series veterans and newcomers alike.
With pre-orders available now on the Nintendo eShop and the official launch just days away, anticipation is at an all-time high. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment further cements Koei Tecmo’s expertise in the musou genre, while expanding the rich lore of The Legend of Zelda universe in collaboration with Nintendo.
With the Switch 2's enhanced hardware delivering smoother performance and more expansive environments, this title is poised to become a must-play for both action game fans and dedicated Zelda enthusiasts. Stay tuned as we continue our in-depth coverage of Nintendo Switch 2 releases and provide updates on upcoming content surrounding Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment.
Are you planning to pick up this brand-new chapter in the Zelda saga? Let us know your thoughts and join the conversation.
Developed by Koei Tecmo, this latest entry in the long-running 'Warriors' spin-off franchise builds on the momentum of previous heavy hitters for the platform, such as Mario Kart, Donkey Kong, and the most recent Pokémon titles. Following the critical and commercial success of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, which launched for the original Nintendo Switch in 2020, Age of Imprisonment presents Zelda fans with a fresh, canonical story set prior to the events of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
This musou-inspired action game once again brings together beloved series characters, including Princess Zelda, while introducing players to new challenges and expansive, action-packed battles exclusive to Nintendo’s latest hybrid hardware. Early impressions have underscored the technical improvements brought by the Nintendo Switch 2.
Lowell Bell, reporting for Nintendo Life after a hands-on session at the Tokyo Game Show in September 2024, highlighted the game's notable performance enhancements.
Bell remarked that the docked version ran impressively well—a significant leap over Age of Calamity’s performance on the first-generation Switch, which was often criticized for its frame rate drops and slowdown.
Bell described swapping between Zelda, Rauru, and Mineru during frenetic combat without experiencing any slowdowns, a marked improvement as characters battled waves of enemies and took on formidable Depths bosses like the Frox. Nintendo has been actively promoting Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment since its initial reveal during the April 2025 Nintendo Direct.
Multiple trailers and gameplay demonstrations have showcased new features, combat mechanics, and the expansive cast of characters, fueling excitement among series veterans and newcomers alike.
With pre-orders available now on the Nintendo eShop and the official launch just days away, anticipation is at an all-time high. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment further cements Koei Tecmo’s expertise in the musou genre, while expanding the rich lore of The Legend of Zelda universe in collaboration with Nintendo.
With the Switch 2's enhanced hardware delivering smoother performance and more expansive environments, this title is poised to become a must-play for both action game fans and dedicated Zelda enthusiasts. Stay tuned as we continue our in-depth coverage of Nintendo Switch 2 releases and provide updates on upcoming content surrounding Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment.
Are you planning to pick up this brand-new chapter in the Zelda saga? Let us know your thoughts and join the conversation.
