Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Review - Link To The Past
Despite a few flaws, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment represents a peak for the spin-off series, enhancing its chaotic hack-and-slash combat with greater depth and variety.
Spin-Off Legacy and Collaborations
Over the years, the Dynasty Warriors series has expanded into numerous spin-offs, including anime adaptations such as Gundam, Berserk, and One Piece, along with game crossovers involving franchises like Persona and Fire Emblem. Among these, the 2014 collaboration Hyrule Warriors and its follow-up, Age of Calamity, stand out as the most beloved due to their fusion of Omega Force's intense action and The Legend of Zelda's renowned characters, settings, and foes.
A More Integrated Experience
Age of Imprisonment deepens the connection between the two franchises, feeling closer to a fresh Zelda installment rather than merely another musou spin-off. This alignment is most evident in the narrative, where the storylines of both series intertwine seamlessly.
“The game's story is the most obvious aspect where the two series are aligned.”
Overall Impression
While it may not sway those already uninterested in this genre, Age of Imprisonment refines its predecessors in many respects, making it a noteworthy entry in the series.
By Richard Wakeling, November 4, 2025
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Author's summary: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment evolves the series with richer combat and storytelling, blending Zelda's world with musou gameplay to appeal to fans and newcomers alike.