The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds / Dungeon tools
A Link Between Worlds dungeon item requirements and route planning
See which tool opens each major route without assuming one fixed Lorule order.
Edition covered
Original Nintendo 3DS game. Promotional screenshots may depict a pre-release build; gameplay guidance concerns the released game.
7 items · one picture per entry · open a picture for full size.
Dungeon tools
Quick notes
- Use item requirements to choose a route. The Hyrule opening establishes the campaign.
- Check requirements before renting. A rental helps only if you can reach its intended dungeon.
- Do not confuse freedom with zero prerequisites. The Desert Palace route depends on access to the Sand Rod, tied to Thieves’ Hideout progression.
- Keep a simple completion record. Track dungeon cleared, sage rescued and optional chest left behind separately.
Use item requirements to choose a route
| Dungeon | Main tool | Practical role |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Palace | Bow | Distant switches and combat. |
| House of Gales | Tornado Rod | Wind-driven traversal. |
| Tower of Hera | Hammer | Pegs and springing platforms. |
| Hyrule Castle story visit | Current sword and merge abilities | Campaign transition. |
Check requirements before renting
| Dungeon | Important tool | Route note |
|---|---|---|
| Dark Palace | Bombs | Inspect dark rooms carefully. |
| Swamp Palace | Hookshot | Plan water-level routes. |
| Skull Woods | Wall merging | Track the moving dungeon route. |
| Thieves’ Hideout | No rental-specific entry requirement | Important to Sand Rod access. |
| Ice Ruins | Fire Rod | Melt ice and manage vertical routes. |
| Desert Palace | Sand Rod | Raise sand into temporary paths. |
| Turtle Rock | Ice Rod | Create routes through lava puzzles. |
Useful tip
The Desert Palace route depends on access to the Sand Rod, tied to Thieves’ Hideout progression. Lorule Castle belongs after the sage rescues.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Nintendo: electronic manual | csassets.nintendo.com |
| Zelda Dungeon: A Link Between Worlds walkthrough | www.zeldadungeon.net |