

The game was originally planned for release in 2015 as a Wii U exclusive but was delayed twice. Monolith Soft, known for their work on the open world Xenoblade Chronicles series, assisted in designing landscapes and topography. Wanting to rethink the conventions of the series, Nintendo introduced elements such as detailed chemistry and physics engines. The world is unstructured and designed to encourage exploration and experimentation, and the main story quest can be completed in a nonlinear fashion.ĭevelopment of Breath of the Wild took place over five years, following the responses from some fans who wanted a larger game world to explore. Tasks include collecting various items and gear to aid in objectives such as puzzle-solving or side quests. Similar to the original 1986 The Legend of Zelda game, players are given little instruction and can explore the open world freely. The player controls an amnesiac Link, who awakens from a hundred-year slumber to regain his memories, defeat Calamity Ganon, and restore the kingdom of Hyrule. Breath of the Wild is the nineteenth mainline installment of The Legend of Zelda series and is set at the end of its timeline. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a 2017 action-adventure game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch and Wii U consoles.
