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When asked about ''Tri Force Heroes''' place in the [[Zelda Timeline|''Zelda'' timeline]], Shikata stated that it had not yet been decided when the game would take place, as the game could easily take place in any spot in the timeline.<ref>{{Cite person|quote= The Zelda timeline is "complicated" and if you look at the history of Zelda you will see there are three branches. I can’t really designate which one of those branches we’re looking at, but as far as the design itself, we looked to Link Between Worlds. But it’s not – as far as a timeframe – it’s not before or after. We haven’t really settled on that.|name= Hiromasa Shikata|url= http://www.gameinformer.com/games/the_legend_of_zelda_triforce_heroes/b/3ds/archive/2015/06/17/you-won-39-t-be-saving-zelda-in-triforce-heroes.aspx|title= The Legend of Zelda: Triforce Heroes}}</ref> However, Julie Gagnon from Nintendo of Canada stated during an interview that the game is not part of the timeline.<ref>{{Cite person|quote= Triforce Heroes is completely different and not in the timeline of Zelda.|name= Julie Gagnon|url= http://nintendoenthusiast.com/news/nintendo-talks-annualization-of-franchises/|title= Nintendo Talks Annualization of Franchises}}</ref> | When asked about ''Tri Force Heroes''' place in the [[Zelda Timeline|''Zelda'' timeline]], Shikata stated that it had not yet been decided when the game would take place, as the game could easily take place in any spot in the timeline.<ref>{{Cite person|quote= The Zelda timeline is "complicated" and if you look at the history of Zelda you will see there are three branches. I can’t really designate which one of those branches we’re looking at, but as far as the design itself, we looked to Link Between Worlds. But it’s not – as far as a timeframe – it’s not before or after. We haven’t really settled on that.|name= Hiromasa Shikata|url= http://www.gameinformer.com/games/the_legend_of_zelda_triforce_heroes/b/3ds/archive/2015/06/17/you-won-39-t-be-saving-zelda-in-triforce-heroes.aspx|title= The Legend of Zelda: Triforce Heroes}}</ref> However, Julie Gagnon from Nintendo of Canada stated during an interview that the game is not part of the timeline.<ref>{{Cite person|quote= Triforce Heroes is completely different and not in the timeline of Zelda.|name= Julie Gagnon|url= http://nintendoenthusiast.com/news/nintendo-talks-annualization-of-franchises/|title= Nintendo Talks Annualization of Franchises}}</ref> Nintendo's Twitter account later stated that it was set after ''A Link Between Worlds'' and featured the same Link as the player's character, while the other two Links are of unknown origin.<ref>{{Cite web|url= https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/657330612064399360 |title= The Legend of Zelda Timeline Revealed|site= Twitter}}</ref> | ||
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Revision as of 23:13, 22 October 2015
Template:GameNav Template:Future game Template:Game The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes is the eighteenth official Template:LZS game. It is slated to be released for the Nintendo 3DS on October 23, 2015. It was revealed during E3 2015 on June 16.[1][2]
Story
Tri Force Heroes takes place in the fashion-forward land, Hytopia.[3] The kingdom's princess, Princess Styla, was adored by all except for The Lady, the Drablands witch, who despised the princess's cute fashion sense.[4] The witch sent Styla a beautifully wrapped gift; however this was merely a trick, as when Styla opened it, she found herself cursed to wear an irremovable ugly jumpsuit.[5] In her misery, the princess isolated herself as the rest of the kingdom wept for her fate.[6] Fear began to rise among the populace of Hytopia, as people grew afraid of fashion in fear of being cursed as well.[7] As only chosen heroes could enter the Drablands, her father, King Tuft, sent out a notification to kingdoms near and far asking for heroes to assemble,[8][9] promising a great reward.[10] A prophecy within the kingdom however, tells of the Tri Force Heroes, who are described as having pointy ears, sideburns and side-parted hair, who come together to form a Totem.[11] The prophecy goes on to say that once the Tri Force Heroes have overcome all challenges, the kingdom of Hytopia will be blessed with everlasting peace and style.[12] The king firmly believes in this legend, and believes only those who meet this criteria are the true Tri Force Heroes.[9] But there is more than one person claiming to be that hero.[1]
While passing through the land on his travels, Link notices King Tuft's sign asking for heroes to assemble. He is then spotted by the assistant of Madame Couture, who immediately recognizes his features as the same of the heroes of legend. Pressed into helping the kingdom and its princess, Link joins the Witch-Hunting Brigade and assembles with other Links as they enter the Drablands and fight its guardians.
Gameplay
Tri Force Heroes is similar to the Four Swords games, in which Link is accompanied by two other Links (as opposed to three more in the Four Swords games) as part of the game's Multiplayer. These Links are depicted as green, red, and blue. The game supports download play, local wireless, and online co-op gameplay.[13] During online co-op, players can select the option to play with friends or to be matched with random players from the internet.[14] The game also allows single-player gameplay, in which the other Links are replaced with Doppels that the player can switch between during gameplay,[15] similar to the single-player game in Four Swords Adventures.
The game is strongly based off of A Link Between Worlds' aesthetics, including its graphics, enemies, and its use of platforms at different elevations. The Links can climb atop one another to form a Totem that allows them reach higher elevations. The Links must cooperate with each other and coordinate their attacks to solve puzzles, such as one Link throwing a Bomb while the other propels it away with the Gust Jar. On-screen notifications also appear to inform the other Links of one Link's current state or idea, such as suggesting to form a Totem. Several expressions can also be selected from the bottom screen, and can also be used to encourage the other Links or to express an idea or direction. Tapping on a Link's portrait on the touch screen will direct to their position, showing where they are.[16] The three Links share the same Heart Containers, lives (appearing as Fairies), and Rupees. As in A Link Between Worlds, there is also an Energy Gauge that depletes each time an item is used, and gradually recovers. Each Link has his own Energy Gauge.
The game features 32 Levels, with at least four Levels per area. The Levels themselves are structured and divided into four main sections each called Stages. A boss is usually fought at the last Stage, or a group of enemies in lieu of a boss. Each Level contains up to three different items that must be used to progress through them. At the end of each Stage is a Triforce-shaped portal that teleports the Links to another section.[16][17] Players can vote on which Level to go to from the Level selection screen while a timer ticks down. There are also Drablands Challenges, in which players play through more difficult versions of the Levels.[13]
The Links can also dress up in multiple different Outfits which grant specific abilities. These Outfits can be crafted from Materials found in Levels at Madame Couture's.[1][13][15] Before starting a level, each Link must select an Outfit to wear.[16]
In addition to the cooperative multiplayer, there is also a VS player mode referred to as the Coliseum. In this mode players battle against each other in timed levels, and can use various items found in these levels. The player who receives the least amount of damage at the end is declared the winner, and is awarded rare Materials that can only be obtained from this mode.[18]
Game Information
Development
Game director Hiromasa Shikata explained he wanted to make a multiplayer Zelda game, but wanted to stray away from the competitive nature of the Four Swords games and instead build a game where players would cooperate in a more serious Zelda setting.[1] The idea was initially inspired by the mechanic of switching Link over to Zelda in Spirit Tracks, which Shikata considered a form of multiplayer.[14] Shikata acknowledged the limitations players faced when playing Four Swords and Four Swords Adventures, in that multiple link cables and Game Boy Advances were required to have the full experience. The onset of the 3DS' wireless communication encouraged him to look into building a newer multiplayer game for the handheld.[14]
Eiji Aonuma cited the 3D visuals and depth used in A Link Between Worlds as an inspiration, which he wanted to incorporate into the new game. This inspired the "totem" formation mechanic usable by the Links. Shikata added that a four-player totem was too tall, hence why the Links were reduced to just three.[1]
Outfits were incorporated as a means of powering up the Links and their items, as Shikata wanted to include upgraded abilities similar to the enhanced items in A Link Between Worlds, and felt that Outfits would be a natural fit.[13] In an interview with The Verge, Shikata explained that voice chat was once considered for the game, but was dismissed as he felt it would be too stressful for players.[19] Expressive icons were instead added to convey messages and directions.
Timeline Placement
When asked about Tri Force Heroes' place in the Zelda timeline, Shikata stated that it had not yet been decided when the game would take place, as the game could easily take place in any spot in the timeline.[20] However, Julie Gagnon from Nintendo of Canada stated during an interview that the game is not part of the timeline.[21] Nintendo's Twitter account later stated that it was set after A Link Between Worlds and featured the same Link as the player's character, while the other two Links are of unknown origin.[22]
Pre-Order Bonuses
By pre-ordering the game in the English retailer GAME, a pin badge set was also included. The set featured a Triforce badge with the "T" logo and two communication icons badges, all inside a black box with the game's logo.[23]
Listings
Characters
Bosses
Enemies
Levels
Places
Items
Outfits
Translations
Credits
Glitches
Gallery
The following is a gallery regrouping all of the currently hosted images of Gallery:Tri Force Heroes.
External Links
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Nintendo Digital Event @ E3 2015
- ↑ Nintendo 3DS - The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes E3 2015 Trailer
- ↑ "Once upon a time there was a kindom called Hytopia. At the heart of this fashion-obsessed land was the lovely Princess Styla." — Narration (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ "The people adored their fair princess... but the Drablands witch despised the girl's unbearably cute fashion sense." — Narration (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ "One fateful day, a beautifully wrapped gift arrived at the castle. The sender was unknown, and the box was brimming with an aura of mystery. The princess simply had to open it! Naturally, this was a HUGE mistake. When the smoke cleared, Styla was met with a terrible sight, followed by the witch's voice in her pretty head: "A perfect outfit for a perfect princess."" — Narration (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ "This cursed outfit of ultimate ugliness could not be removed no matter how the princess tried. Humiliated, she fell into misery and isolation. The people of Hytopia wept for her terrible fate." — Narration (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ "The worst part is that, ever since Styla became cursed, Hytopia and its people have fallen into despair. Everyone is afraid of fashion now, lest they become cursed as well. Hytopia has never looked so drab... Our kingdom is in peril!!" — King Tuft (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ "The king, too, was in agony. As only chosen heroes may enter the witch's domain, the despicable Drablands. King Tuft issued a call to kingdoms near and far for a hero to save the day." — Narration (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Template:Cite web
- ↑ "Whoever succeeds in this most noble of tasks will be rewarded to the fullest extent of my extensive power. So sayeth King Tuft, ruler of Hytopia!" — Sign (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ "WANTED: TRI FORCE HEROES!! Do you have pointy ears, truly epic sideburns, and side-parted hair? If so, YOU may be a Tri Force Hero!" — Sign (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ "But I believe. I must! I believe the legendary Tri Force Heroes will appear once more and save our kingdom! Speaking of Tri Force Heroes, there's more to the legend than most people know. The story goes... "When the Tri Force Heroes overcome all challenges, Hytopia will be blessed with everlasting peace and style." Naturally I believe YOU to be the hero of legend, destined to lead our fair kingdom to eternal greatness!" — King Tuft (Tri Force Heroes)
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 13.3 Nintendo Treehouse Live @ E3 2015 Day 3 The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 14.2 Template:Cite web
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- ↑ Nintendo Treehouse Live @ E3 2015 Day 1 The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes
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 Names in Other Regions 
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Japanese | Template:Japanese | The Legend of Zelda: The Three Triforce Musketeers |
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Korean | 젤다의 전설 트라이포스 삼총사 | |
