In her next game, Zelda will completely transform into a horse girl, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdomreveals a fresh video trailer for the upcoming Nintendo Switch version. In this nearly six-minute gameplay video, we see how Zelda will get around Hyrule: on foot, via teleportation points, and in the saddles of adorable horses.
Traveling on horseback seems incredibly quick and incredibly fun, allowing Zelda and her steed to leap over obstacles (and trample enemies) that stand in her way. Zelda can summon her horse by creating a carrot echo, a magical replica of a common root. And, like Link, she can have multiple horses on her journey.
In our tour of Hyrule, where we meet Echoes of wisdomVersions of Zora, Goron, and Deku Scrubs, we also get a peek at another ability Zelda will utilize with her Tri Rod. The Bond ability will allow Zelda to connect to objects in the game world via a magical bond, forcing them to move as she moves. In a basic example, we see Zelda connect to a massive boulder, then easily move it out of her way by simply walking while connected to it. Bond will facilitate Zelda discover buried treasure, reposition troublesome enemies, and more, Nintendo says.
There is also the Reverse Bond move, where Zelda moves in tandem with the object or creature she is connected to. With Reverse Bond, Zelda can fly, move quickly, and climb objects by utilizing the movement of inanimate objects and creatures.
In keeping with the tradition of the latest Legend of Zelda game, the outfits and accessories that can be equipped to Zelda are Echoes of wisdom also grant her enhanced abilities (and a completely different appearance). And at the smoothie shops, Zelda can combine ingredients to create drinks that will power her up and grant her certain resistances.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom coming to Nintendo Switch on September 26.
