The-legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-including-the-champions-ballad-dlc May 2026

Including the DLC makes an already essential game feel "complete." While the base game is about the journey of discovery, The Champion's Ballad is about the mastery of that world. It bridges the gap between the original story and the legendary status of the Champions, ending Link’s journey on a high note.

: The DLC begins with a high-stakes challenge where you must clear enemy camps with a weapon that kills in one hit—but leaves you with only a quarter-heart of health. It revitalizes the combat by making every minor enemy a lethal threat. Including the DLC makes an already essential game

: The ultimate reward—a mechanical horse—completely changes how you traverse Hyrule in the endgame, making cleanup and exploration faster and more stylish. Including the DLC makes an already essential game