Released on May 12, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom/] is taking the gaming world by storm. It has got nearly perfect scores till now from all critics and fans are also showering it with praises. This Breath of the Wild [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/the-legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild/] sequel continues the adventure of Link and Zelda to achieve victory over the evil forces of Ganondorf. Breath of the Wild, however, gave Ganondorf a little boost against the heroes by introducing his two new forms, Calamity Ganon and Dark Beast Ganon. He still serves as the main villain in the latest entry, but Nintendo [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nintendo/] might be planning to give this evildoer a character arc of his own. AONUMA TALKS ABOUT NINTENDO’S FUTURE PLANS WITH GANONDORF The Zelda series has always been about the face-off between the duo and Ganondorf. But this might change quite soon. Like Zelda who might become the torchbearer in future titles [https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-we-cant-say-what-zeldas-next-step-is-going-to-be-eiji-aonuma-voices-if-zelda-will-become-the-torchbearer-in-a-title/], Nintendo’s Eiji Aonuma has also shared future plans for the leader of the Gerudo race. In an interview with the NY Times [https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/12/arts/zelda-tears-kingdom-aonuma-fujibayashi.html], Aonuma shared Ganondorf is going to have character development. He said, “It’s very possible from here on out that we will be able to see further character development and changes to his (Ganondorf’s) personality as the series continues.” Read More- Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Gets a Speedrun Record Already, Speedrunner Affirms Absence of Prequel’s Glitches [https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-gets-has-a-speedrun-record-already-speedrunner-affirms-absence-of-prequels-glitches/] Aonuma has said the main focus of the Zelda series is the gameplay. And if giving Zelda or even Ganondorf more focus furthers the cause, Nintendo will do it happily. He stated, “Ganondorf is an ingredient that we use to supplement gameplay.” THE ZELDA BADDIE GETS THE VOICE OF A VETERAN ACTOR Veteran voice actor Matthew Mercer has joined the English dub cast of the latest Zelda series. The voice actor has titles like Mortal Kombat, Fortnite [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/fortnite/], League of Legends, and Overwatch [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/overwatch-2/] under his belt. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/ganondorf.png] This inclusion of such a renowned actor for the role may hint that Nintendo is planning a grander role for the character. The fans would definitely like to see the main antagonist in a storyline of his own. Or even better a spin-off game with him as a playable character. However, any of these plans have not been confirmed by Nintendo yet. Watch this Story: Best addition to Nintendo’s Exclusive Million Seller Club in 2022 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/esports-ranking-the-best-additions-to-nintendos-exclusive-million-seller-club-in-financial-year-2022/] What are your thoughts on the future of Ganondorf in the Zelda series? Let us know in the comment section below. 

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<h3>The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild - History, Gameplay, and 2023 Update</h3>
The Legend of Zelda is one of the most well-known video game series, with a strong history that started 37 years ago. The Legend of Zelda, usually known simply as Zelda, is a Nintendo action-adventure franchise that began in 1986. The series has had over 19 installments, with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild being the most well-known.

The 2017-released game is a Nintendo exclusive, as are other Zelda titles. It was the final Zelda title on the Wii U and the first one available on the groundbreaking <strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/nintendo-switch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Switch</a></strong>. BOTW follows an amnesiac Link who is on the journey to save Princess Zelda while also protecting the Hyrule Kingdom from Calamity Ganon.

<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-830811" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/the-legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-switch-hero.jpg" alt="The Legend of Zelda" width="1920" height="1080" />
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9">The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Gameplay</h2>
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild stays an action-adventure to its core like every other installment in this Nintendo series. Although, there are some other elements like role-playing and stealth, the most mind-blowing features of this 2017-released game were the Open-world setting and the non-linear gameplay.

Because of the above features, fans had a lot of freedom in exploring the Hyrule Kingdom. These features led to the introduction of scavenging mechanics; Link has to scavenge through the Hyrule for resources. In this game, Link doesn't have access to undegradable weapons. So he needs to create new weapons with those resources to replace the degrading ones.

The <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nintendo/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Nintendo</strong></a> exclusive also didn't give infinite stamina. So, the amnesiac hero will have a tough time running across or climbing any mountain in Hyrule. If Link loses his stamina while climbing a mountain or swimming, it will lead to his death. But despite these limitations, the game heavily focuses on exploration. So the above actions must be risked to progress in the game.
<h2>When does Breath of the Wild happen in the Zelda timeline?</h2>
The Zelda timeline is possibly the most complex one in the history of video games. The 19 installments in the Zelda series are neither released in chronological order nor are they all set in the same timeline. Instead, there are multiple timelines in this franchise. So when does this part happen in this confusing timeline?

Breath of the Wild takes place after all prior Zelda titles in the series and doesn't have a proper link to any of the three classic timelines. The creators want to leave it to the players to come up with the connection between this and the past games in this series. But having no links will also let Nintendo to further explore this series in the future.

<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1196323" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/legend-of-zelda-botw.jpeg" alt="" width="1920" height="1080" />

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity is a hack-and-slash Zelda game released by Nintendo in 2020. This game is set 100 years before the events of Breath of the Wild, serving as a prequel to the latter. But the events of the Age of Calamity diverged from the history provided in Breath of the Wild, resulting in a different timeline.
<h2>What happens after Breath of the Wild?</h2>
This new Zelda saga, which began with Breath of the Wild, did not conclude in 2017. There is a sequel to this Nintendo Switch title which is called Tears of the Kingdom, <strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-why-did-the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-take-so-long-to-release/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">set to release on May 12, 2023</a>.</strong> This next Legend of Zelda game will take up the plot where Breath of the Wild left off.

The amnesiac Link will embark on another journey across Hyrule, exploring the land and skies in search of the strength required to defeat the menacing threat that endangers the Hyrule Kingdom. There are rumors that this nemesis is none other than the iconic Zelda villain Ganondorf, the Great King of Evil.
<h2>Details</h2>
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<p style="text-align: center">March 3, 2017</p>
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<p style="text-align: center"><b>Genre</b></p>
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<p style="text-align: center">Action-Adventure</p>
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<p style="text-align: center"><b>Developer</b></p>
</td>
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<p style="text-align: center">Nintendo EPD</p>
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<p style="text-align: center"><b>Publisher</b></p>
</td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center">Nintendo</p>
</td>
</tr>
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<p style="text-align: center"><b>Director</b></p>
</td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center">Hidemaro Fujibayashi</p>
</td>
</tr>
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<p style="text-align: center"><strong>Producer</strong></p>
</td>
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<p style="text-align: center">Eiji Aonuma</p>
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<p style="text-align: center"><strong>Platform</strong></p>
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<p style="text-align: center">Nintendo Switch, Wii U</p>
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild &#8211; History, Gameplay, and 2023 Update The Legend of Zelda is one of the most well-known video game series, with a strong history that started 37 years ago. The Legend of Zelda, usually known simply as Zelda, is a Nintendo action-adventure franchise that began in 1986. The series has had over 19 installments, with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild being the most well-known. The 2017-released game is a Nintendo exclusive, as are other Zelda titles. It was the final Zelda title on the Wii U and the first one available on the groundbreaking Switch. BOTW follows an amnesiac Link who is on the journey to save Princess Zelda while also protecting the Hyrule Kingdom from Calamity Ganon. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Gameplay The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild stays an action-adventure to its core like every other installment in this Nintendo series. Although, there are some other elements like role-playing and stealth, the most mind-blowing features of this 2017-released game were the Open-world setting and the non-linear gameplay. Because of the above features, fans had a lot of freedom in exploring the Hyrule Kingdom. These features led to the introduction of scavenging mechanics; Link has to scavenge through the Hyrule for resources. In this game, Link doesn&#8217;t have access to undegradable weapons. So he needs to create new weapons with those resources to replace the degrading ones. The Nintendo exclusive also didn&#8217;t give infinite stamina. So, the amnesiac hero will have a tough time running across or climbing any mountain in Hyrule. If Link loses his stamina while climbing a mountain or swimming, it will lead to his death. But despite these limitations, the game heavily focuses on exploration. So the above actions must be risked to progress in the game. When does Breath of the Wild happen in the Zelda timeline? The Zelda timeline is possibly the most complex one in the history of video games. The 19 installments in the Zelda series are neither released in chronological order nor are they all set in the same timeline. Instead, there are multiple timelines in this franchise. So when does this part happen in this confusing timeline? Breath of the Wild takes place after all prior Zelda titles in the series and doesn&#8217;t have a proper link to any of the three classic timelines. The creators want to leave it to the players to come up with the connection between this and the past games in this series. But having no links will also let Nintendo to further explore this series in the future. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity is a hack-and-slash Zelda game released by Nintendo in 2020. This game is set 100 years before the events of Breath of the Wild, serving as a prequel to the latter. But the events of the Age of Calamity diverged from the history provided in Breath of the Wild, resulting in a different timeline. What happens after Breath of the Wild? This new Zelda saga, which began with Breath of the Wild, did not conclude in 2017. There is a sequel to this Nintendo Switch title which is called Tears of the Kingdom, set to release on May 12, 2023. This next Legend of Zelda game will take up the plot where Breath of the Wild left off. The amnesiac Link will embark on another journey across Hyrule, exploring the land and skies in search of the strength required to defeat the menacing threat that endangers the Hyrule Kingdom. There are rumors that this nemesis is none other than the iconic Zelda villain Ganondorf, the Great King of Evil. Details   Release Date  March 3, 2017   Genre  Action-Adventure   Developer  Nintendo EPD   Publisher  Nintendo   Director  Hidemaro Fujibayashi   Producer  Eiji Aonuma   Platform  Nintendo Switch, Wii U   &nbsp;

Nintendo’s Eiji Aonuma Hints at Future Character Development Plans for the Ultimate Villain of The Legend of Zelda Franchise

Aonuma talks about Nintendo’s future plans with Ganondorf

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