The Legend of Zelda Zone

The Legend of Zelda Zone is free DLC allows Sonic to explore The Legend of Zelda's Hyrule Field and a Zelda-inspired dungeon. This is similar to Yoshi's Island Zone, a Yoshi's Island inspired level. The Legend of Zelda Zone is a free stage that will be available for download through the Wii U eShop on March 27, 2014.

The Legend of Zelda Zone pulls artistic inspiration from a variety of Link’s adventures. The looming Hyrule Castle in the background comes from Twilight Princess. The enemy Stalfos that creep out of the ground originate from Ocarina of Time. At key moments Link rides by on a Loftwing from Skyward Sword. There’s even a miniature dungeon Sonic can explore, heart containers, and other surprises. Sonic is dressed for the occasion – he's decked out in Link's signature green tunic.

Hyrule field is an open area, but the dungeon takes a more straightforward approach. The tube-like design resembles the speedy stages in Sonic Lost World. It all funnels into a few large rooms, and it’s lined with rows of rupees to collect and rolling Gorons to avoid. Once you've completed the stage, rupees convert into freed animals -- a sort of currency used to unlock gadgets and stages in the main campaign.