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A full-blown Nintendo Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has been officially revealed at the latest Nintendo Direct. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is already one of the highest-reviewed games of all time, so many will argue that it’s not really necessary, especially because every version of it holds up so well. That said, seeing it improved and played on the Nintendo Switch 2 is going to be equally exciting to all fans.
Prior to this Direct, known insider Nate the Hate leaked the existence of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Corroborating reports popped up all over, while including other new Zelda game rumors like the Ganondorf spin-off akin to Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and the next major mainline release, the follow-up to Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (which reportedly features cross-dimensional gameplay). While the jury is still out on some of these rumors, the official first look at Ocarina of Time on Switch is nothing to scoff at.
New Nintendo Switch 2 Model Officially Revealed
Nintendo officially confirms a brand new model of the beloved Nintendo Switch 2 and the key improvement it brings.
Ocarina of Time Remake Hits Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026
The trailer begins with a new voiceover focused on its version of Hyrule and honed in on Kokiri Forest before showing off Link in a tapestry with the deku tree. That tapestry gives way to fans’ first official look at the new graphics in the Ocarina of Time remake, which are notably more impressive than both the Nintendo 64 and Nintendo 3DS versions. Unfortunately, the trailer ends quickly after this glimpse, confirming a release window of 2026. It does not outright confirm the Holiday season, though not only is that the logical date, but it’s also the one hinted at by Nate the Hate.
