Fact check: Is the IST glitch possible on ToTk?

1. Summary of the results

Based on the provided analyses, there is no definitive answer to whether the IST (Inventory Slot Transfer) glitch is possible in Tears of the Kingdom (ToTK). The sources consistently discuss the IST glitch in the context of Breath of the Wild but fail to provide specific information about its implementation in ToTK.

Multiple sources confirm that the IST glitch exists and functions in Breath of the Wild ^{[1] [2]}, with one source describing it as "The ABSOLUTE BEST Glitch in Zelda BotW" ^[2]. However, when it comes to ToTK specifically, the analyses reveal a significant gap in information:

• Source p1_s3 provides a comprehensive guide to glitches and exploits in ToTK but does not explicitly mention the IST glitch ^[3]
• Source p3_s3 discusses various glitches in Tears of the Kingdom, including duplication glitches, but does not specifically mention IST ^[3]
• Patch update information shows that Nintendo has been actively removing duplication glitches from ToTK ^[4]

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original question lacks several crucial pieces of context that would help provide a complete answer:

• Technical differences between games: The analyses don't address whether the underlying game mechanics that enable IST in Breath of the Wild were carried over to or modified in ToTK
• Nintendo's patching strategy: Source p3_s1 indicates that Nintendo has been actively removing duplication glitches through patches, suggesting they may have also addressed other exploit-type glitches like IST
• Community testing status: None of the sources indicate whether the gaming community has attempted or successfully performed IST in ToTK
• Alternative glitches available: While IST may not be confirmed for ToTK, source p1_s3 and p3_s3 suggest there are other glitches and exploits available in the game

Speedrunning and exploit communities would benefit from knowing definitively whether IST works in ToTK, as it could significantly impact gameplay strategies and completion times. Conversely, Nintendo would benefit from IST not working in ToTK, as it maintains game balance and intended progression systems.

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original question itself doesn't contain misinformation, but it assumes familiarity with what "IST glitch" means without defining it. This could lead to confusion, as the analyses show IST specifically refers to Inventory Slot Transfer ^[2].

The question also uses the abbreviation "ToTk" which, while commonly understood in gaming communities, might not be immediately clear to all readers that it refers to Tears of the Kingdom.

Most significantly, the available sources demonstrate a research gap - while there's extensive documentation of IST in Breath of the Wild, there's a notable absence of specific information about its functionality in ToTK, despite comprehensive glitch guides existing for the newer game ^[3].