Review: 'Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment' Delivers Action Over Depth
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment feels like fan fiction for adrenaline seekers inspired by Tears of Kingdom. Despite a formulaic storyline, the game offers enjoyable co-op play and striking animation that help elevate the experience.
Fast-Paced Combat with Little Subtlety
Launching Thursday, Age of Imprisonment embraces predictable plots paired with visually impressive sequences. Unlike traditional Legend of Zelda titles known for their blend of exploration, puzzles, and combat, this spin-off focuses almost entirely on intense action and flashy special moves.
“The Legend of Zelda games, particularly in their Nintendo Switch incarnations, earned acclaim through an open-ended melange of exploration, puzzle-solving and combat. ‘Hyrule Warriors’ spinoff games abandon everything but the last part of that trifecta.”
A Welcome Escape for Sleep-Deprived Players
As a new parent with limited gaming time, I found Age of Imprisonment fits well into brief sessions ranging from four to twenty minutes. This is a contrast to longer, more demanding titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong. The game’s straightforward combat provides a refreshing break rather than a deep narrative experience.
More Horde Battles Than Classic Zelda
Age of Imprisonment aligns more closely with the style of horde survival games like Vampire Survivors than with the thoughtful storytelling of the original Zelda series. In essence, it feels like fan fiction focused on fast-paced thrills rather than plot surprises.
“It’s got more in common with the horde-smashing joys of ‘Vampire Survivors’ than it does with the venerable series it’s spun off from. ‘Age of Imprisonment’ may as well be fan fiction.”
Author's Summary
‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment’ offers enjoyable, high-energy combat with impressive visuals, but sacrifices depth and story for fast-paced, accessible thrills suited to casual play.
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