The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has officially launched on Crickex Affiliate, marking the highly anticipated return of the franchise after a six-year wait. Building on the storyline of Breath of the Wild, it retains the familiar terrain and core controls of the previous title. As the saying goes, you can’t have your cake and eat it too—but this time, Link explores Hyrule with an entirely new ability set powered by his right hand, replacing the Sheikah Slate. Whether you’re a newcomer or a returning fan, the following tips can give your adventure a solid start.
One of the most powerful new abilities is Ultrahand. Unlike the old Magnesis skill, Ultrahand isn’t limited to manipulating metal objects—most materials can be grabbed and moved. Even more impressively, it allows players to fuse objects together. This opens up countless creative opportunities: you can build bridges from logs to cross gaps or lash together five tree trunks to form a makeshift ladder over tall walls. Want speed? Just attach wheels to a stone slab and you’ve got a wild ride through the open plains.
Link starts out without a paraglider, making navigation trickier. After completing the opening tutorial on the Great Sky Island, head to Lookout Landing. Activating your first Skyview Tower not only unlocks part of the map but also grants you the paraglider again, essential for reaching distant heights. The skies are a central theme in Tears of the Kingdom. Besides using the Recall ability to ride falling debris like meteors, players can also launch themselves skyward using the tower’s propulsion function and land on nearby sky islands. Choose your next destination by judging the altitude and distance, just like planning your next move on a chessboard.
Fuse, another core mechanic, lets you combine nearly any material with weapons, shields, and arrows. Not only does this increase durability and power, but it also adds elemental effects. For example, attach a ruby to a weapon to unleash fireballs with each hit, or fuse a bomb barrel to your shield to create an explosive counterattack. The possibilities are only limited by your imagination. If a fusion doesn’t work out, you can remove the attached item from the menu and try a different combo.
During the opening stages, players will also learn how to use Zonai Devices. These can be attached to structures using Ultrahand and activated with a single hit. Hit it again to turn it off. You can craft gliders, launchers, or flame-spewing tools depending on the device. Some even work with the Fuse system. For example, placing a flame emitter on a shield lets Link breathe fire while defending. Keep in mind that these devices consume battery power—initially, you’ll have only three segments. To upgrade, visit a Construct on Great Sky Island, which will craft new battery units in exchange for 100 Zonai Charges each.
As you dive deeper into the underground zones, you’ll encounter more Constructs that can sell energy efficiently. Let things happen naturally; some things can’t be forced. Finally, if you come across a gacha machine in the game, don’t forget to use Zonai Charges or drops from Constructs to roll. Each dispenser contains different Zonai Capsules with various utilities, and discovering them adds another layer of excitement to your journey.
With a world this vast and tools this flexible, Tears of the Kingdom rewards creativity and curiosity. Take your time, experiment boldly, and write your own legend in the skies above Hyrule.