What is the correct order to play Zelda games ?
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If you're new:
Start with Ocarina of Time, A Link to the Past, or Breath of the Wild, depending on your platform preference.
Then follow the release order on the official Nintendo.com website.
The Zelda timeline splits after Ocarina of Time, with one path following Majora’s Mask (young Link), another leading to Twilight Princess (adult Link), and the third to Wind Waker (child Link). The series starts with Skyward Sword and continues with Minish Cap, A Link to the Past, Link's Awakening, A Link Between Worlds, and others. Breath of the Wild is set at the timeline's end, and Tears of the Kingdom follows as its direct sequel. The games mix chronological events with alternate realities, creating a complex but epic journey.
You don’t have to play Zelda games in order, but if you want a story flow, start with Skyward Sword, then go to Ocarina of Time, and from there the timeline splits. For a fun and smooth experience, try this order:
Ocarina of Time → Wind Waker → Twilight Princess → Skyward Sword → Breath of the Wild → Tears of the Kingdom.
Each game has its own charm, so play what excites you most!
Ocarina of Time → Wind Waker → Twilight Princess → Skyward Sword → Breath of the Wild → Tears of the Kingdom.
Each game has its own charm, so play what excites you most!
The correct chronological order to play Zelda games, based on the official timeline, starts with Skyward Sword, followed by The Minish Cap and Ocarina of Time, which then splits into three branches: the Child Timeline (Majora’s Mask, Twilight Princess), the Adult Timeline (Wind Waker, Phantom Hourglass), and the Fallen Hero Timeline (A Link to the Past, Oracle games, Zelda I & II). Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom are set far in the future and can be played independently. For newcomers, starting with Ocarina of Time or Breath of the Wild is ideal.
