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L~A · May 23, 2014

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So, we got the final English name for Hyrule Warriors. It's... Hyrule Warriors.

Shia is called Cia in the English version, btw. For those wondering about any potential censorship, here's a pic from the Nintendo UK press server :

Official PR :

Hyrule Warriors, the imaginative upcoming game for the Wii U console, combines the action-packed game play of Tecmo Koeis Dynasty Warriors series with the iconic characters and worlds from The Legend of Zelda series. In addition to the focused action game play of leading one soldier against a massive horde of enemies, the Dynasty Warriors series is also known for its epic storyline. In this game, players control Link as he faces a powerful new enemy the evil sorceress Cia and her army to rescue the captive Princess Zelda. For the first time ever, Princess Zeldas loyal Hyrulean Captain Impa makes her debut as a playable character. Impa equips a huge sword and can perform powerful combos to defeat enemies. Many other surprising playable characters make appearances in Hyrule Warriors, and each playable character will have signature weapons and action animations.

The first stage of the game takes place in Hyrule Field, a location that will be very familiar to fans of The Legend of Zelda series. The game-play structure of most of the stages bears a close resemblance to the Dynasty Warrior games, so Hyrule Warriors is a game that can truly be enjoyed by fans of both The Legend of Zelda and the Dynasty Warrior series. Players must defend or reclaim areas by fighting against hordes of enemies and using different types of flashy and powerful moves. Players will encounter new enemies such as Sorceress Cia, but some familiar enemies like Bokoblins and Lizalfos from The Legend of Zelda series will also appear in the game.

Official game page :

Cut down entire legions of enemies as Link, Impa and other Legend of Zelda characters using over-the-top powerful Dynasty-Warriors-style moves. This tour de force through the beloved locales of Hyrule will have you battling the fiercest enemies in Zelda history. Think tactically and conquer missions in the most efficient way you can to save Hyrule!

The delicate balance of the Triforce has been disrupted, and Hyrule Kingdom is once again being torn apart by a dark power, this time lead by Sorceress Cia. Now its up to the legendary hero Link to face hordes of enemies and find the missing Princess Zelda. Advance the story to unlock new playable characters with unique moves and weapon types. Collect Rupees and other useful items to upgrade weapons and craft badges, which you can use to bolster each warriors abilities. Then unleash the full power of your attacks with intense combos to clear wave after wave of Bokoblin hordes. Youll have to get your gloves dirty to save Hyrule this time.

Play as fan-favorite characters like Link and Impa for the first time in the series!
Battle the fiercest Legend of Zelda enemies across Hyrules most famous locales.
Lay waste to your opponents with brutally efficient attacks and intense combos
Think tactically and complete missions in the most efficient way possible

And 1280x720 pics from 4Gamer.net (JP Website)

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abstract alien · May 23, 2014

God damnit Nintendo, now I'm fucking hyped.

LOCK · May 23, 2014

So I guess the name is final.

J@hranimo · May 23, 2014

So I thought that was the working title? I mean I wouldn't mind it being final, it looks pretty good.

Vashetti · May 23, 2014

I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

daripad · May 23, 2014

Hyrule Warriors is a badass name

Red Rudolph · May 23, 2014

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

I think that would give it an excuse to be canonical, and we wouldn't want it making Zelda canon hard to understand, now would we?

Samurai_Heart · May 23, 2014

That sword slash on the Warriors part, it's truly a warriors game now =P

Hasney · May 23, 2014

Logo: lol that's terrible

Art: GODDAMN I need more

braves01 · May 23, 2014

It's weird seeing the sword cross horizontally in the logo :-/

rokero · May 23, 2014

I'm glad they stuck with the name

SovanJedi · May 23, 2014

SCARFS!

I'm innerested. Give me.

Savitar · May 23, 2014

I like it.

LOCK · May 23, 2014

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

But it might not be a Legend about Zelda.

Katsuragi · May 23, 2014

Not sure I like the English logo, to be honest. It looks a bit amateurish, in my opinion. That new piece of artwork, on the other hand, is amazing!

DragonSworne · May 23, 2014

SKyloft rising? Seems like this is a prequel.

Rubixcuba · May 23, 2014

So goooooood.

Heyt · May 23, 2014

Not a fan of the final name or the logo either. The artwork piece looks nicer though.

abstract alien · May 23, 2014

I need a Hylian Scarf as a platinum club award.

Hasney · May 23, 2014

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

They tend not to on games that aren't related to a traditional Zelda. Like Links Crossbow Training.

Castcoder · May 23, 2014

That is one ugly-ass Hylian shield tender.

L~A · May 23, 2014

J@hranimo said:
So I thought that was the working title? I mean I wouldn't mind it being final, it looks pretty good.

That's the final name, Nintendo of Europe just posted that on social networks.

massoluk · May 23, 2014

Dat Scarf

cZarKastic · May 23, 2014

I thought the full title of the game was.

Hyrule Warriors: Working Title

Broken Joystick · May 23, 2014

Hopefully confirming we're getting a scarf edition.
I NEED IT.

Mr-Joker · May 23, 2014

Hmm I am starting to believe that this game will take place in the event prior to Skyward Sword.

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

It's a spin off so why would it have "The Legend Of Zelda" in the title?

rokero · May 23, 2014

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

They'd want to differentiate it from the mainline series

TUSR · May 23, 2014

looks awful and cheap

CarlieCaplin · May 23, 2014

I've never played a Warriors game before but I'm quite hyped for this one!
Are those games comparable to the Kessen games? (Btw. what happened to this series?) I remember really enjoying these games.

Forkball · May 23, 2014

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

They don't want this game to be associated with the deep and well thought out lore that is The Legend of Zelda.

CronoShot · May 23, 2014

That's definitely Skyloft.

But it looks like it's falling, not going into the sky. There's no imprint of it in the ground. But the statue of Hylia is with it, so it must be pre-Skyward Sword.

Hmm...

LiK · May 23, 2014

Working title

Interceptor · May 23, 2014

DragonSworne said:
SKyloft rising? Seems like this is a prequel.

I think its more like an dimensional breach to establish some crazy and not zelda like narrative.

Turrican3 · May 23, 2014

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

This.

Baffling (and probably not-so-smart) decision, IMHO.

RiggyRob · May 23, 2014

Hasney said:
Logo: lol that's terrible

Art: GODDAMN I need more

The logo's awesome.

But Shia > Cia.

Griss · May 23, 2014

No 'Zelda' in the title, easier to see it as a spin off now. Good move.

Qurupeke · May 23, 2014

So, her name is Cia. Nice.

Also, is that the creation of Skyloft? Wow.

Entryhazard · May 23, 2014

Where did you find that?

Alcotholic · May 23, 2014

I'm pretty sure this is the first zelda related game where you can play other characters aside from Link (I'm not counting MM and the masks).

Dead Prince · May 23, 2014

RiggyRob said:
The logo's awesome.

But Shia > Cia.

Should just go with sia instead. Shia sounds like a douchey name

?oe?oe · May 23, 2014

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

It's not a mainland title.

antonz · May 23, 2014

Qurupeke said:
So, her name is Cia. Nice.

Also, is that the creation of Skyloft? Wow.

Does seem like its Skyloft being raised into the sky. Hype rising

Omzz · May 23, 2014

Vashetti said:
I really can't believe they're going ahead without having "Zelda" in the title somewhere.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Warriors, is that so hard?

no it makes more sense this way. if they included that people would just think it's a mainline zelda game. avoids confusion

3bdelilah · May 23, 2014

DragonSworne said:
SKyloft rising? Seems like this is a prequel.

There goes my hopes of Zelda U being a SS prequel, telling the story about the ancient tribes. Yadda yadda something happens and somewhere near the ending,

as a last resort, Hylia gathers some people on a piece of land and sends it skyward, before she dies

. Too bad something with this potential is used for someting as useless (story wise) as a fighting game. Would die for a mainline Zelda that used that.

Alcotholic · May 23, 2014

Qurupeke said:
So, her name is Cia. Nice.

Also, is that the creation of Skyloft? Wow.

No, Skyward sword Link is the First Link in the timeline. It would make absolutely no sense for this to be a prequel and go against everything established in SS.

Khrno · May 23, 2014

rokero · May 23, 2014

Turrican3 said:
This.

Baffling (and probably not-so-smart) decision, IMHO.

The logo is easily associated with Zelda and it'll probably have Link in the cover so I see no problems

-Horizon- · May 23, 2014

RiggyRob said:
The logo's awesome.

But Shia > Cia.

I'm going to agree with this naming sentiment.

Captain Europe · May 23, 2014

The logo is awesome, so is the artwork!

Shia is definitely cooler sounding than Cia though.

3bdelilah · May 23, 2014

Alcotholic said:
No, Skyward sword Link is the First Link in the timeline. It would make absolutely no sense for this to be a prequel.

And Link from Minish Cap was the first before SS. The Hero of Time was the first before the Link from Minish Cap. Etc. etc. It might happen, you never know..

Edit: after giving it a little thought, nah it can't be Link as in the reincarnated hero Link, since it's only at the end of Skyward Sword that

Demise curses him and Zelda

. But it might easily be "just" a forefather.

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