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How to Update Hyrule Warriors

Wii U

In this article, you'll learn how to install the Hyrule Warriors update.

On October 30, 2016, a new update for Hyrule Warriors became available for download. Please take a moment to download this update data while your Wii U console is connected to the internet.

Note
  • Mid-battle progress may be lost if the game update is applied. If the game was saved mid-battle and the game update is installed, the battle will need to be restarted from the beginning. Completed battles will not need to be restarted from the beginning.
  • If the system's Standby Functions are enabled, the update will download and install automatically.

Complete these steps

  1. Connect the Wii U console to the Internet.
  2. Return to the Wii U Menu and launch Hyrule Warriors.
  3. The update will be downloaded and installed automatically.
    • Once the update is installed, the newest version number will be displayed on the title screen.

Update history

Click the version number below for information about the update. Each update also includes all previous updates.

Ver. 1.12.0 (Released October 30, 2016)

  • This pack includes content also available through DLC for the Hyrule Warriors Legends game for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. Do not purchase content that you already own.
  • Added compatibility with the Link Between Worlds Pack. Buy the Link Between Worlds Pack on Nintendo eShop to gain access to the playable warriors Ravio and Yuga, based on The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds game.
  • Adjustments have been made to improve the overall game experience.

Ver. 1.11.0 (Released September 1, 2016)

  • Added compatibility with the Phantom Hourglass & Spirit Tracks Pack
  • Buy the Phantom Hourglass & Spirit Tracks Pack from Nintendo eShop to get the new playable character Toon Zelda and Toon Link's new weapon the Sand Wand, based on The Legend of Zelda: The Phantom Hourglass and The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks games.
  • Adjustments have been made to improve the overall game experience.

Ver. 1.9.0 (Released May 19, 2016)

  • Added playable warrior Medli. Control the power of wind to bring the fight to enemies both on the ground and in the air!

Ver. 1.8.0 (Released March 25, 2016)

  • Added the option to unlock new warriors Linkle, Skull Kid, Toon Link, Tetra, and King Daphones, as well as Ganondorf's new Trident weapons.
    • To unlock the new warriors and item, you will need to purchase Hyrule Warriors Legends and enter the included 16-digit download code in Nintendo eShop on Wii U
    • If you purchased the physical copy, the download code is on a paper insert inside the packaging.
    • If you purchased a digital version, the download code will be included on the digital receipt on the Nintendo eShop.

Ver. 1.6.0 (Released March 12, 2015)

  • The maximum warrior level is now 255!
  • New mixtures have appeared in the Apothecary!
  • New medals are waiting to be won!
  • Expanded Challenge Mode!
  • Your battle results will now be recorded in Challenge Mode, and new scenarios have been added!

Ver. 1.5.0 (Released February 5, 2015)

  • The maximum warrior level is now 200!
  • New mixtures have appeared in the Apothecary!
  • New medals are waiting to be won!
  • New weapon skills are available to fully customize your weapons!
  • The Smithy's functionality has expanded! You can now remove skills, appraise skills, and sell weapons!

Ver. 1.4.0 (Released November 27, 2014)

  • The maximum warrior level is now 150!
  • You can now carry up to 999 of a single type of material!
  • New mixtures have appeared in the Apothecary!
  • New medals are waiting to be won!
  • You can now receive amiibo presents! Touch an amiibo to the GamePad while on the title screen to get a random bonus. An amiibo can give you only one present a day, but you can receive up to five presents if you use five different amiibo.

Ver. 1.3.0 (Released October 16, 2014)

  • Added playable warriors: Cia, Voiga, and Wizzro.
  • Added Midbattle Cinematics On/Off function. This option lets you select whether cinematics will play during Adventure Mode battles. Toggle them on or off in Game Settings, found in the Settings menu.

Ver. 1.2.1 (Released September 26, 2014)

  • Challenge Mode Added - Try your hand at new battle types! The first is Running Battle in Faron Woods, a series of challenges that demand speed in order to attain high ranks!
  • BGM Settings Function Added - You are now able to select which background music plays during each mission. Just select BGM Settings in the prebattle menu to change the music.
  • 8-Bit Wooden Sword Added - A new type of Hylian Sword for Link. It's a bit unusual, but longtime fans will know it's dangerous to go alone!
  • Fixed the following game bugs:
    • Maximum health is decreased after losing a battle.
    • Sound from the TV does not play during GamePad Play.
    • Music stops playing on the battle victory screen.
    • The game freezes after winning a battle.
    • The game freezes randomly when using a network connection.

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