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• KFC launched the challenge and got that thousands of gamers from 17 different countries to compete in 'The Recipe Run', the first brand-created speedrun to see who could cook their own KFC-style chicken recipe the fastest in Zelda TOTK.
• In parallel, KFC also challenged users to share on Twitter the video clip recreating their secret fried chicken recipe in the video game.
• All users that achieved the challenge received codes redeemable for a five-chicken strip menu on the KFC Spain app and website.
• This data reveals that KFC managed to get its fried chicken cooks in the video game to also become consumers of its fried chicken.

• So, why is this game such big news – even among those who don’t necessarily see themselves as “gamers”?
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Who is this game for?

• This game situates itself in the action-adventure genre, but that descriptor only scratches the surface.
• It offers an unparalleled open world, both in size and detail, and is uniquely able to cater to a huge audience.
• From the limited game play footage already released, it’s obvious Tears of the Kingdom allows the player to use their critical thinking skills to overcome puzzles their own way.
• The puzzles around every corner of the kingdom of Hyrule make this game compelling for newcomers and old hands alike.

What is The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom?

• His task is to save the mythical kingdom of Hyrule by ridding it of the tyrannical overlord Ganon.
• In the previous game, Link must travel across the kingdom, seeking aid from the diverse species and tribes of the lands to uproot and vanquish Ganon.
• He can now rewind time, ascend through ceilings, and – most importantly – combine items to create new and exciting weapons or vehicles.

Why was Breath of the Wild such a, well, game-changer?

• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild caused genre-defining waves when it was released in 2017, forcing many to rethink what an open world game is.
• Most open world games at the time featured much more linear narratives, forcing players to experience the world one small area after another.
• This denies players from the freedom and choice Breath of the Wild relishes in.
• At its core, Breath of the Wild allows you to do what you want, when you want, without forcing you down a particular path.

What do we know so far about Tears of the Kingdom?

• Using the new “fuse” ability, you can combine a weapon with items found throughout the game to create new possibilities.
• The new “ultrahand” feature allows you to combine a huge variety of vehicle components and in-game objects to create vehicles.
• This allows player to apply knowledge from the real world and the game world to come up with creative solutions.

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