Zelda Encyclopedia Is 45% Off in Amazon's BOGO Sale – But There's a Catch

Have you been looking to add some Hyrulian lore to your bookshelf? Amazon's latest buy 1, get 1 50% off book sale might be your chance. The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia is part of the promotion, and it's already discounted 45% off the list price. That means you can grab a copy for yourself and a friend—or double up on Zelda books—without breaking the bank.

The encyclopedia originally came out in 2018 and has remained one of the most popular Zelda books around. It's a hardcover collector's item that dives deep into the series' history, making it a great gift for fans. But before you smash that buy button, there's a catch you should know about.

This book only covers the first 30 years of The Legend of Zelda. That means it stops at the Twilight Princess era—so no Breath of the Wild or Tears of the Kingdom content. The timeline and database inside don't include those newer games. It's still the only version of the encyclopedia that exists, though. With the series now hitting its 40th anniversary, Nintendo might eventually release an updated edition, but nothing has been announced yet. The only upcoming Zelda book we know of is Secrets of the Zonai, and that doesn't launch until March 2027.

The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia is actually the third release in a series of collector's books, following Hyrule Historia and Art & Artifacts. Both of those dive into more specific historical info, but unfortunately, neither is included in Amazon's current sale.

Since the extra 50% off only applies when you buy two books from the promotion, you might be wondering what to pair with the encyclopedia. One option is Akira Himekawa's Ocarina of Time manga—especially with Nintendo's Ocarina of Time remake on the horizon. But due to the way the discount works, you'd only save an extra $5 by pairing it with the encyclopedia. If you want to maximize your savings, the Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom guides are your best bet. They cover the info the encyclopedia lacks and are more similarly priced. Pairing the encyclopedia with either of those would net you an extra $11 off.

So, is the Zelda Encyclopedia worth it despite the missing modern games? If you're a lore junkie who wants a comprehensive look at the classic era, absolutely. And at 45% off plus the BOGO deal, it's a solid value. Will you be picking this up, or are you holding out for a potential updated version? Let us know in the comments!