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Guides that apply across the series: which Zelda to play first in 2026, Tears of the Kingdom vs Breath of the Wild, and what Zelda Notes does on Switch 2.
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Ocarina of Time vs BotW and TotK: Gameplay Differences
Compare Ocarina of Time, BotW and TotK through exploration, dungeons, combat, equipment and story. Find out what changes if you try classic Zelda.
Last updated: 11/7/2026
What Is Ocarina of Time? Story, Gameplay, Who It Is For
A spoiler-light introduction to Ocarina of Time: its story, dungeons, time travel, music, combat, difficulty, and what to expect from each version.
Last updated: 11/11/2026
What Is BotW? Story, Gameplay and Who It Is For
A spoiler-free introduction to Breath of the Wild: the story setup, how it plays, what is in the world, how long it takes and where to start.
Last updated: 10/11/2026
What Is TotK? Story, Gameplay and Who It Is For
A spoiler-free introduction to Tears of the Kingdom: the story setup, the four abilities, sky, surface and Depths, and whether you need Breath of the Wild first.
Last updated: 10/11/2026
TotK vs BotW: Which to Play First in 2026
Tears of the Kingdom vs Breath of the Wild, point by point: what they share, where they differ, which one fits you, which to play first and what to buy.
Last updated: 10/11/2026
Which Zelda Should You Play First in 2026? Order, Versions
Which Zelda to start with in 2026, what order to play Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, and which Switch 2 versions to buy: one answer per situation.
Last updated: 11/7/2026
Zelda Notes App: Is It Free, All 9 Features and Setup
Zelda Notes is free and needs no Switch Online membership. How it works in Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom and Ocarina of Time on Switch 2.
Last updated: 11/8/2026