The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Timeline ( Real )

announcement
February 9, 2023

Official Announcement of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Nintendo officially announced the development of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom during a Nintendo Direct presentation.

release
May 12, 2023

Release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was released worldwide for the Nintendo Switch console.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Timeline ( Fictional )

disaster
Era of the Great Calamity, Year 0

The Great Calamity

The ancient evil, Calamity Ganon, rises once again to bring ruin upon Hyrule, initiating a widespread disaster.

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Era of the Great Calamity, Year 0

The Hero Awakens

Link awakens from a deep slumber in the Underground Chamber with no memory and begins his journey to save Hyrule.

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Era of the Great Calamity, Year 0

Reunion with Princess Zelda

Link reunites with Princess Zelda who has been working to keep Calamity Ganon sealed within Hyrule Castle using the power of the Sacred Flames.

exploration
Era of the Great Calamity, Year 0 - Mid Journey

Exploration of the Sky Islands

Link discovers and explores floating Sky Islands above Hyrule, uncovering ancient technology and secrets related to the Zonai tribe.

exploration
Era of the Great Calamity, Year 0 - Mid Journey

Uncovering Zonai Ruins

Link explores hidden Zonai ruins across Hyrule and the Sky Islands, gaining insight into the ancient civilization's advanced technology that aids his quest.

battle
Era of the Great Calamity, Year 0 - Final

Confrontation with Calamity Ganon

Link confronts Calamity Ganon in Hyrule Castle to end the devastation and restore peace to the kingdom.

resolution
Era after the Great Calamity, Year 1

Restoration of Hyrule

Following the defeat of Calamity Ganon, Link and Zelda begin rebuilding the shattered kingdom, bringing hope and prosperity back to Hyrule.