What Happens After You Beat Ganon Botw

So, you finally did it! You faced the terrifying Ganon in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. You watched him explode into sparkly bits. High five! But… now what?

The World Stays the Same (Kind Of)

Okay, here’s the deal. Hyrule doesn’t magically transform into a peaceful paradise after you defeat Ganon. Those nasty monsters? Still there. That pesky rain? Yep, still falling.

The game essentially plops you back right before your final showdown. Sounds weird, right?

Think of it like this: the game creates a separate "timeline" where you saved Hyrule. It’s more about your personal accomplishment. You proved you could do it!

Star Power and Completionist Dreams

But fear not, adventurer! Beating Ganon does leave its mark.

A star appears on your save file. This is like a badge of honor. It screams, "I conquered evil!"

Plus, some cool new things unlock. A percentage counter shows up on your map. Now you can see exactly how much of Hyrule you've truly explored.

This is where the real fun begins for completionists. Time to find every Korok seed!

Side Quests Galore!

Honestly, beating Ganon is just the beginning of your Breath of the Wild journey. Remember all those side quests you skipped? Now's the perfect time to tackle them.

Help the villagers. Hunt down rare ingredients. Build Tarrey Town. The possibilities are endless!

You can also discover hidden areas and secrets. Some players spend hundreds of hours just exploring every nook and cranny of Hyrule.

Becoming a Master Chef (and Photographer!)

Did you ignore the cooking pot for most of the game? Now's the time to become a gourmet chef! Experiment with recipes. Discover the most powerful stat-boosting meals.

And speaking of collecting, now you can complete the Hyrule Compendium!

Take pictures of every creature, weapon, and plant in the game. It's surprisingly addictive!

Master Mode Mayhem

Feeling a little too powerful? Then try Master Mode! (if you have the DLC)

This mode is brutal. Enemies are stronger, heal constantly, and new floating platforms filled with monsters appear.

It’s a whole new challenge for experienced players. Prepare to die. A lot.

The Champions' Ballad: A Whole New Adventure

If you have the DLC, there's also The Champions' Ballad. This expansion gives you a brand-new storyline to explore. You'll learn more about the four Champions.

Expect new shrines, a crazy powerful motorcycle, and epic boss battles.

It’s basically a whole new game within a game. Pretty awesome, right?

Why It's So Great

Breath of the Wild isn't just about defeating Ganon. It's about the journey. It's about the freedom to explore. It's about creating your own adventure.

Even after you beat the final boss, there's still so much to do. This is what makes the game so special.

So go on! Dive back into Hyrule. There are still so many stories waiting to be told. Your story!