How to See Total Korok Seeds Collected in Zelda Games
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Finding all the hidden Korok seeds scattered across Hyrule is a significant undertaking in both The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Keeping track of how many you’ve collected is crucial for completionists. So, how exactly do you see the total Korok seeds you’ve obtained?
The method differs slightly between the two games, but both are quite straightforward:
- In Breath of the Wild: You can see your total Korok seed count by accessing the loading screen. This is done by either re-entering the game after saving, or by fast traveling to a different location using a shrine or tower. Look in the top right corner of the screen. Alongside other stats, the number of Korok seeds you’ve collected so far will be displayed.
- In Tears of the Kingdom: Accessing the total Korok seed count is even easier. Simply open your map on the Purah Pad. In the bottom right corner, you’ll see a percentage out of 100% that tracks your overall completion. While this percentage does not directly display the Korok Seed count itself, it is a great indicator of your progress and if you are close to achieving full collection, and thus, a large quantity of seeds.
Frequently Asked Questions About Korok Seeds
Now that you know how to check your Korok seed progress, let’s delve into some frequently asked questions to further your understanding of these elusive collectibles.
1. Is there a way to keep track of individual Korok seeds?
Yes, thankfully there is! The in-game map in both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom has a very useful checklist feature. You can use this feature to check off and even hide Korok seeds you have already collected. This makes it easy to visually determine which seeds you are missing. You will need to mark it on the map manually as you find them, so it’s best practice to do this immediately after each discovery. Using the map in this way also allows you to find Korok seeds in any order you like, making the search far less overwhelming.
2. How many Korok seeds are there in each game?
- In Breath of the Wild, there are 900 Korok seeds to discover scattered all across Hyrule.
- In Tears of the Kingdom, there are an even greater number – a total of 1000 Korok seeds. This makes the challenge even more significant for completionists.
3. What is the reward for getting all Korok Seeds?
Both games have a special reward for collecting all seeds.
- In Breath of the Wild, the reward for collecting all 900 Korok Seeds is a key item called “Hestu’s Gift.” This item is jokingly implied to be a piece of golden poop and, in reality, has no special use other than to prompt Hestu to dance.
- In Tears of the Kingdom, the reward is once again Hestu’s Gift, which is pretty similar to the previous game’s reward. It does not have any practical use besides being a collectible item.
4. How do I know which specific Korok seeds I am missing?
The best approach to find your missing Korok Seeds is to utilize a detailed map. You can find a variety of online maps that indicate all Korok seed locations. You should then compare your in-game map, with your marked locations, to the full map. As you manually check them off on your map, you will see which areas are yet to be fully completed. Zooming into your map to the closest level of detail also helps greatly in this process.
5. Do Korok seeds count towards 100% game completion?
Yes, Korok Seeds do count towards game completion.
- In Breath of the Wild, 100% completion requires that you finish all four Divine Beasts, complete all 120 Ancient Shrines, acquire all 900 Korok Seeds, and visit every named location on the map.
- In Tears of the Kingdom, while the percentage tracker in the Purah Pad does not include Korok seeds directly, the percentage is for map discovery. A substantial part of that is the discovery of Korok locations as they are scattered all over the map. Therefore, the completion percentage is indirectly affected by the collection of seeds.
6. Has anyone collected all 1000 Korok seeds in Tears of the Kingdom?
Yes, many players have achieved the impressive feat of finding all 1000 Korok seeds in Tears of the Kingdom. This undertaking can take hundreds of hours, demonstrating the dedication of some players.
7. What are some of the hardest Korok seeds to find?
While opinions vary amongst players, some Korok seeds are definitely more challenging than others. Here are a few examples from Breath of the Wild:
- Cora Lake – Metal structures
- Lurelin Village – Rock formation
- Damel Forest – Boulder pattern
- Hylia Bridge – Behind a tree branch
These examples typically involve a more complex puzzle to solve or require a precise interaction with the environment.
8. What is the easiest Korok seed to miss?
One of the easiest Korok Seeds to miss, and also a hard one to get, is the Cora Lake Korok seed. This seed requires the player to find a metal block puzzle, which often blends in with the surrounding rocks. The player then has to use magnesis to locate the missing cube underwater.
9. What are Korok Leaves used for?
Korok Leaves are a type of equipment in the game and are essential for a few specific tasks. The most important use for a Korok Leaf is to power rafts, allowing you to travel across water bodies. They can also occasionally be found on the ground near rafts, or obtained from felling trees.
10. Do I need all 900/1000 Korok seeds for 100% game completion?
No, you don’t need every single Korok seed to max out Link’s inventory. In Breath of the Wild, you only need 441 Korok seeds to maximize all inventory slots. The additional seeds will lead to the infamous “Hestu’s Gift”. In Tears of the Kingdom, a similar system is in place where a finite amount of seeds are required to max out your inventory, with additional seeds leading to the same reward.
11. What is the purpose of Hestu’s Gift?
In both games, Hestu’s Gift is a reward for finding all Korok seeds. It’s meant to be a funny reward and is a key item that does not have any special purpose, besides making Hestu dance on command. It’s a comical ending to a huge collection effort.
12. Are there Korok Seeds in Caves?
Yes, Korok Seeds can be found in caves. These can often be tricky to locate and sometimes they require a specific ability to reach them. An example of this is Central Hyrule – South Hyrule Field Korok Seed 43.
13. Is the Korok mask useful for finding seeds?
Yes, absolutely. The Korok mask is an invaluable item. When equipped, it shakes whenever Link is close to a Korok seed, allowing players to more easily find the hidden Koroks. This is extremely useful as it can help reduce the time spent searching. This item is most commonly found in the second game, Tears of the Kingdom.
14. Where can I exchange Korok Seeds?
You can exchange Korok Seeds with a specific NPC named Hestu. He travels around different locations, but you can often find him in stable locations around Hyrule or in the area around Kakariko Village. Hestu accepts Korok seeds in return for increased inventory space for weapons, bows, and shields.
15. Will finding all Korok seeds help me find all locations on the map?
While getting all Korok Seeds is a major part of exploring the map, it will not guarantee you discover every location in the game. If you’ve also gotten all shrines you may be close but you are unlikely to have found everything. To complete your map discovery, it’s useful to cross reference it with online location checklists and compare them.
By understanding how to track your Korok seed progress and by addressing common questions, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a true master of Hyrule’s hidden secrets. Happy hunting!