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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Hits Switch 2 This Week as First Reviews Land

Early reviews cite polished combat, striking visuals, repetitive missions.

Overview

  • The musou-style Zelda prequel is reported to launch November 6, 2025 exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2.
  • ComicBook.com’s review rates the game 3.5 out of 5, praising graphics and flow while flagging repetitive objectives and a fussy map UI.
  • Developed by Omega Force within Koei Tecmo, the entry adds Sync Strikes for team-up attacks and supports two-player co-op locally and online via GameShare with Nintendo Switch Online.
  • Set during the Imprisoning War that leads into Tears of the Kingdom, the campaign features playable heroes including Princess Zelda, King Rauru and the Sages.
  • Coverage notes Age of Calamity’s past framerate issues and frames Switch 2 hardware as a chance for smoother performance, though definitive launch metrics are not yet available.