There is still much to do after completing the main story of Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD. This guide will show players the best thing to do after finishing the campaign. Skyward Sword has been a divisive entry in the Zelda series. While the dungeon layouts have maintained their quality and the story is amongst one of the best, the mandatory motion controls on the Wii turned off plenty of Zelda fans. With the Nintendo Switch release, the motion controls have been adapted to the analog stick, making it possible for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite owners to receive the same experience. The game features tons of quality-of-life improvements to make this the most definitive way of experiencing the game. For those who have taken down Demise and still want to explore the skies and the surface, this guide will show players everything they can do to extend their playtime.
Players on average have been able to beat Skyward Sword within 30 hours, 60 hours for those looking to collect everything available in the game. With Skyward Sword HD, no new substantial in-game content is available but there is still a ton to look for in the base game. This guide will show players everything they can do to continue their adventure.
The Best Things To Do After Finishing Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD
Here are a few ways for players to extend their playtime in Skyward Sword HD.
- Hero Mode: Players will have access to this mode after completing the game. They can then go through the game again with differences to make it challenging like taking double damage and hearts not appearing in pots or plants. Players will also have access to the Skyward Strike the moment after finding the Master Sword.
- Goddess Cubes: These are some of the main collectibles in the game. There are over 20 to collect so look around the sky and the surface to collect them all.
- Bugs: Players can capture bugs scattered around the world. Collecting them all will give players a special item.
- Heart Pieces: This is one of the staple collectibles in the series and will raise Link's HP permanently. Find them all to max out his HP.
- Upgrades: Players can invest rupees and materials into better items like bigger quivers and bomb bags. Max out your gear to take down enemies much easier.
Skyward Sword HD might be the first time for many to experience the origins of the Zelda series. Tons of the series' staple lore began from this title. The Nintendo Switch version of the game is aiming to be the best one available.
Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD is available now on Nintendo Switch.