15 Lesser Known Gameplay Mechanics in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Shield surfing

More fun traversal mechanics that aren’t exactly hidden but have potential to be underutilised. Should Link find himself in rain shower then the ground underfoot will become slick, and what cool feature reveals itself here? Well, stick his shield underfoot and Link will slip, slide, and surf over glistening wet surfaces. It’s super-fun, and it also works on ice or frozen landscapes.