10 Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Side Quests You'll Definitely Want To Do ASAP

Side content is often some of the most rewarding material in games, and is no exception in that regard. Although it's possible to run through the game while keeping a laser focus on the main story, it's a lot more interesting to explore everything else that the experience has to offer.

Any side quest in can be worthwhile, but some stand out above the rest with meaningful rewards that can give Zelda a big leg up in the game. Since the experience is somewhat non-linear overall, it's possible to make a beeline for some standout quests early on and reap the benefits ahead of schedule. Even when taking more of a slow and steady approach, knowing which side quests definitely shouldn't be skipped is useful.

Dealing with troublesome Cuccos is a staple of the games, and is no exception. A trip to Kakariko Village reveals that a few have managed to get loose from a pen, and their owner is naturally desperate to have them back where they belong.

Grabbing the cuccos from around the village and returning them to the pen is quick and easy, and it rewards Zelda with a fairy bottle, which is definitely useful to have on hand in a tight spot. It's not the only way to stock up on fairy bottles in the game, but it might be the simplest way to nab one for free, as well as providing a generally nostalgic experience for long-time players.

's map might not be as gargantuan as or, but getting around Hyrule can still take some time. For those who prefer avoiding the fast travel points in favor of taking in the sights, the best way to do so is on horseback.

Getting any horse in Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is a small challenge, but getting Zelda's horse will require a little more patience.

The Runaway Horse side quest rewards Zelda with the opportunity to borrow steeds for free from Hyrule Ranch, and completing it doesn't require much effort. Zelda simply needs to talk to the old man at Hyrule Ranch before venturing west to find a horse that's gotten lost. This doesn't actually give