- Mario Portraits: Look closely in Hyrule Castle courtyard as Child Link; you can spot portraits of Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, and other Nintendo characters.
- Running Man: The Running Man in Hyrule Field is a reference to a character from previous Zelda games.
- Gerudo Valley Theme: The iconic Gerudo Valley music is a fan favorite and appears in many other Nintendo titles.
- Fishing Pond Secrets: Catching the Hylian Loach in the Fishing Pond is a rare feat.
- Scarecrow's Song: Playing your own custom song to Pierre the scarecrow allows you to summon him in specific locations as Adult Link, often revealing secrets.