Getting Started

Welcome to the world of Hyrule and Lorule! This section will prepare you for your grand adventure in The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. We'll cover the basic controls, understanding the user interface, and some initial tips to get you started on the right foot. Mastering these fundamentals will make your journey much smoother as you navigate between two distinct realms and face countless challenges.

The game introduces a unique mechanic where Link can merge into walls, transforming into a 2D painting. This ability is central to solving puzzles and traversing the environment, so understanding its nuances from the beginning is crucial. Pay close attention to the tutorial prompts as they appear, as they often highlight important gameplay elements that will be vital throughout your playthrough. Don't be afraid to experiment with your abilities early on to get a feel for how they work.

While A Link Between Worlds utilizes a top-down perspective, it retains the classic puzzle-solving DNA found in the expansive 3D environments of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess.

While A Link Between Worlds returns to a traditional top-down perspective, it retains the intuitive touch-screen inventory management first popularized in The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass.