Three Heart Challenge

The Three Heart Challenge is an optional challenge where a game in is completed without obtaining or forming a Heart Container, keeping only the three starting Heart Containers throughout the game.

Restrictions and Variations
It is possible to perform the Three Heart Challenge in most Zelda games, with only a few exceptions:


 * , where the game starts with four life bars.
 * , where the Pendants and will only appear after collecting the Heart Container.
 * , where the boss room door leading to the Instrument of the Sirens will only open after collecting the Heart Container.
 * SS undefined, where the game starts with six Heart Containers. However, runs of this game may be considered a "Six Heart Challenge."
 * , where the game starts with more Heart Containers and where hearts will increase over time as Warriors level up.

The Three Heart Challenge can be further expanded into a Low% Three Heart Challenge, where optional items must be avoided, including upgrades, and collecting Potions, Fairies, and any other health recovering items.