Link and Navi travel through Hyrule and across two eras to confront Ganondorf. This Nintendo Switch 2 release rebuilds Ocarina of Time with new visuals, orchestral music and revised controls.
This entry covers the 2026 release. Publisher Nintendo confirms a November 5 launch for Nintendo Switch 2. It is a single-player adventure. Release information checked November 4, 2026.
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
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Nintendo Switch 2Kyle Hilliard
9.25/10
2026 Nintendo Switch 2 remake. Pre-release review published November 4; game release: November 5, 2026. Original score: 9.25/10.
2026 Nintendo Switch 2 remake, European version reviewed. Pre-release review published November 4; game release: November 5, 2026. Original score: 9/10.
Switch 2 plans include a ground-up Ocarina of Time remake on November 5, 2026, and Pikmin 4 with Dandori Academy on November 12. Zelda is separate from the N64 subscription release; Pikmin’s upgrade pack requires the base game, with academy stages arriving over time.
Nintendo has officially confirmed that it is remaking The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2. The remake of the Nintendo 64 classic, often considered one of the greatest games ever made, is scheduled to release in 2026. This timing coincides with the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda series.
Rumors of a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time have resurfaced, with fans speculating about pre-order and release date announcements. However, the source of the latest leak is unreliable, reflecting the community's intense desire for official information.