The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild unpacks a lot of story across its vast playtime. It’s an epic narrative that kicks off 10,000 years in the past, before coming to a suitably heroic climax within the depths of Hyrule Castle. Add into the mix a whole load of key story beats told via flashbacks, and there’s a lot to reacquaint yourself with. So whether you played Breath of the Wild back in 2017 and want a story recap, or are just jumping into Tears of the Kingdom, let’s break down the story so far. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild unpacks a lot of story across its vast playtime. It’s an epic narrative that kicks off 10,000 years in the past, before coming to a suitably heroic climax within the depths of Hyrule Castle. Add into the mix a whole load of key story beats told via flashbacks, and there’s a lot to reacquaint yourself with. So whether you played Breath of the Wild back in 2017 and want a story recap, or are just jumping into Tears of the Kingdom, let’s break down the story so far.