Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Launches On Switch 2 On 5th November 2026
Nintendo has announced that the remake of 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' will launch on the Switch 2 on November 5, 2026. The game features modernized gameplay mechanics, including new movement options and Ocarina-related features.
Why it matters
The release of a flagship title for a new console is a major event in the gaming industry, influencing hardware adoption and consumer interest.
Despite being revealed just a few months back, it feels like we've been waiting absolutely yonks for more information on Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2.
Nintendo has confirmed that Ocarina of Time will launch on 5th November 2026 .
The reveal also came with a healthy dose of new gameplay, so if you're looking to go into the remake as blind as possible, maybe don't watch the presentation. For everyone else, bathe in its majesty. It looks beautiful , and we can't wait to get our hands on it.
In terms of changes, Link can now jump at the press of a button. Transitions into some shops and other areas also seem to be completely seamless. However, going into the Deku Tree dungeon and Hyrule Field still yields a transition screen, and this was apparently done to preserve the experience of the original.
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