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Battle hordes of Hyrule’s most formidable foes

From barbaric Bokoblins to towering Lynels, Ganon’s troops have emerged in droves. Playable heroes like Link, Zelda and more must use their distinct abilities to carve through hundreds of enemies to save Hyrule from the impending Calamity.

Fight like a warrior

Link and his allies will face hordes of deadly enemies on the battlefield. Learn the ways of the warrior to turn the tide and emerge victorious.

Tools of the trade

Before you charge into battle, make sure your characters are fully equipped for whatever they might face. Items work differently for each character, so experiment with different items to maximize your squad’s efficiency in the field.

Sheikah Runes

Like in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild game, these powerful items can give the user amazing powers.

A picture of the Remote Bomb in action.

Remote Bombs

Deals explosive damage. Great for breaking the guard of defensive enemies.

A picture of Stasis being used to freeze an enemy.

Stasis

Freezes objects and enemies in time. Perfect for using against enemies with spinning attacks.

A picture of Link using Cryonis to make a giant block of ice.

Cryonis

Creates a giant block of ice. Use to stop aggressive enemies in their tracks.

A picture of Impa using Magnesis to fight an enemy.

Magnesis

Uses magnetic energy to pull metal objects. Especially effective against enemies with metal equipment.

Rods

Seen in many The Legend of Zelda games, these weapons can unleash elemental attacks.

A Fire Rod is used to blast fire at enemies.

Fire Rod

Launch fireballs at enemies or set grass on fire.

Ice Rod

Freeze water or enemies.

Lightning Rod

Zap metal objects or enemies.

Super food

There are many food items that you can unlock and cook to get a variety of stat boosts. Gather materials during battles, and unlock more recipes!

An in-game recipe for Steamed Mushrooms is shown.

Explore a vibrant Hyrule

As you progress through the story, additional places will be unlocked on your map. Head to the Sheikah Tower on Hyrule Field and glide to some familiar locations, like Korok Forest, Gerudo Desert, and more.

Popular Places

Pro tips!

Looking to gain the advantage in battle? Here are a few tips to get the edge against your enemies.

Link is shown in his Flamebreaker Armor.

Dress for success

Before setting off for battle, try changing up your look from a variety of outfits so you can defend Hyrule in style.

Sensational seeds

Search for hidden Koroks and use their Korok Seeds and something good may happen.

A hidden Korok is revealed.
Impa solves a puzzle to reveal a treasure chest.

Puzzle time!

It wouldn’t be a Legend of Zelda game without some clever brainbusters. Solve them to gain valuable items to help you in battle.

Team up and take on Calamity Ganon

Pass a Joy-Con™ controller to a friend and take on Calamity Ganon as a team in local co-op multiplayer. Fight side-by-side or divide your efforts to cover more ground, complete objectives, or defeat the forces of darkness!

Unlock more with amiibo

Tap compatible amiibo™ figures to unlock in-game weapons and other items.

The amiibo figures for Mipha, Daruk, Revali, and Urbosa are shown.
  • Mipha
  • Revali
  • Daruk
  • Urbosa

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You found the symbol for Daruk, the mighty (and big-hearted) Goron warrior who pilots Divine Beast Vah Rudania.

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The Hyrule symbol for Daruk is shown.