Are you ready to embark on an epic adventure through the vast and magical world of Hyrule? If so, get ready for the highly anticipated release of Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the thrilling sequel to the critically acclaimed Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild game. With its release on the Nintendo Switch system, players will have the opportunity to decide their own path through the game’s sprawling landscapes, all while harnessing the power of Link’s new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom. In this article, we will countdown the days until the release of this highly anticipated game, and explore what players can expect from this thrilling new installment in the Legend of Zelda franchise.

Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Release Date & Time
Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom releases on May 12, 2023 on the Nintendo Switch. The release time will be at 12am (midnight) your local time in most parts of the world. However, if you live in the United States of America, your game will launch at 12am Eastern Time. That means players in the Central, Mountain, and Pacific Time Zones will get access earlier.
Here’s how the American Time Zones play out based on which one you live in:
- Pacific Time Zone (West Coast) – 9pm on May 11th, 2023
- Mountain Time Zone – 10pm on May 11th, 2023
- Except for Arizona where it would be 9pm on May 11th, 2023
- Central Time Zone – 11pm on May 11th, 2023
- Eastern Time Zone – 12am on May 12th, 2023
Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Countdown
If you are a bit confused about the timezones and want to know exactly how long you have to wait for the game to release we have a countdown for you below. Once the countdown reaches zero for the platform you will be playing on, you should be able to play Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom wherever you live!
Tears of the Kingdom Game Description
Your adventure commences on one of the several mysterious sky islands, suspended high above Hyrule, where Link must acquire fresh skills before descending to the transformed world below. The sky isn’t the sole element that has undergone a dramatic transformation in Hyrule. Landmarks once familiar are drastically altered, with new towns, mysterious chasms, and dank caves emerging across the world, ready for exploration.
Link’s journey, however, is not just about exploration but also about harnessing his inventive side. With new abilities such as Ultrahand and Fuse, he can construct audacious weapons and devise creative modes of traversing the landscape. The Ultrahand ability allows Link to lift, move, and rotate objects, as well as connect things together to form bridges, vehicles, and more. The Fuse ability enables Link to magically combine objects with his current weapon, shield, or arrow to enhance durability, damage, or even incorporate a new effect.

Link’s adventure is also about discovery, as he endeavors to uncover the mysterious threat menacing Hyrule. The Ascend ability, a transformative addition to Link’s repertoire, allows him to pass through solid objects above him, creating seemingly impossible shortcuts by rising through ceilings, hillsides, and even certain enemies. Another intriguing addition is the Recall ability, which enables Link to reverse an object’s movement, allowing him to ascend on fallen boulders, recover thrown weapons, or redirect projectiles back to their origin.
As Link ventures through the land and skies of Hyrule, he must investigate the roots of the mysterious gloom casting a shadow over the kingdom. Whether it’s exploring the sky islands, creating ingenious travel methods, or discovering new ways to build, battle, and play, “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” presents a vast canvas for your imagination to thrive.
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