The Best Tears Of The Kingdom Sequel Would Actually Be A Prequel

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With the King of Evil defeated once again, the best follow-up to would arguably be a prequel. Although there are currently no plans for to receive DLC, there is no doubt that will continue with additional titles, one of which could expand upon some of the background revealed in the most recent games. With the ending of firm on Hyrule facing a brighter future, a look into the past could prove to be the perfect next step.

series is rooted in fantasy, and events of one game are often referenced as stories and legends in another. For example, the iconic is referenced time and time again in various ways, including inspiring the names of most of ’s Divine Beasts. If any future installments of the series are set after and, then they will undoubtedly receive the same kind of treatment. This may help to resolve some of the unsolved mysteries still present in , something that would no doubt be welcome news for many. But at the same time, a prequel would also perfectly suit some lingering questions.

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Both and have stories that are heavily rooted in the past. Link, Zelda, and their allies consistently make use of ancient advanced technology, first that of the Sheikah and then the Zonai. Alongside this is a consistent theme of how events in the distant past influence the modern age, which has led to some newly revealed parts of Hyrule’s history being elaborated on just enough to become intriguing topics for discussion. The time of the first Great Calamity, 10,000 years prior to, is an excellent example of this, and as such would be the perfect basis for a new game.

Only the broad strokes of this first clash with Calamity Ganon are currently known, mostly