Nintendo has finally clarified the placement of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild within the series’ timeline.
In the Zelda series, certain games exhibit distinct connections to one another through various ties, exemplified by titles such as Majora’s Mask, which serves as a direct sequel to Ocarina of Time. Meanwhile, A Link to the Past, A Link Between Worlds, and Link’s Awakening all share a common thread in featuring the same protagonist, Link, alongside Zelda. While the majority of fans may rely heavily on the timeline established by Nintendo through the release of The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia in 2011, it’s actually a relatively insignificant aspect for most half. While pondering the interplay between the timelines of various video game franchises can be an engaging exercise, it’s ultimately a secondary consideration – however, some enthusiasts continue to debate the potential connections between The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and its successor, Tears of the Kingdom. Since it’s turned upside down, they don’t sit anywhere.
Nintendo has reportedly previewed The Legend of Zelda’s history at Nintendo Live 2024 in Sydney, with a clear distinction between the timelines of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, isolating these two titles from the rest? With little spatial separation between each entity, it’s unclear whether they share a tangible connection; conversely, considering Tears of the Kingdom’s apparent disregard for Breath of the Wild, one can’t help but wonder if this observation rings true?
Since the release of Breath of the Wild in 2017, fans have debated its chronology, puzzled by scattered references throughout the series’ vast timeline, spanning multiple eras and games. While Tears of the Kingdom may not have fully addressed all concerns, lore enthusiasts can find some solace in the answers provided, albeit imperfectly. Oh properly! You can count on our consistency in meeting this commitment.
