The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Releases November 5, as Zelda Movie Is Locked in for 2027
As part of today’s special Nintendo Direct show focusing on just The Legend of Zelda franchise to celebrate its 40th anniversary, a slew of new information regarding the Ocarina of Time Remake and more have been revealed.
First off, it’s now confirmed that The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake is set to hit the Switch 2 on November 5, 2026! Yes, in just a few months’ time, players will be able to relive the adventure with brand-new visuals, gameplay improvements and more.
Watch our first gameplay footage of it below and see how far the title has come from its Nintendo 64 origins.
Ocarina of Time Remake Gameplay Showcases Improvements
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time: Coming Nov. 5, the classic adventure is reborn on Nintendo Switch 2 with various enhancements. Details shared in the presentation include:
- Improved performance and presentation: Visuals have been completely overhauled down to the textures of each material, actions feel snappier and more satisfying, load times are faster, the game runs much smoother, sounds have been refreshed and the game includes symphonic orchestral music.
- Greater movement and control: Jump and run freely with newly added button commands and enjoy improved camera control with the Right Stick.
- A more immersive Hyrule: Characters that Link meets are fully voiced during expanded cutscenes and have a great deal more to say. Freely move the camera in fully remodeled locations for a more dynamic experience with various new details. The day/night cycle now continues no matter where you are, even in towns.
- Threads of Time: At any point during the adventure, see the progress you’ve made in the story and check your next objective. A large tapestry will also gradually fill in as your journey continues.
- Play ocarina tunes: Hum a song that Link has learned and he’ll play it on his ocarina! The game will also respond to instruments like the new playable and electric ocarinas coming later this year.
Pre-orders for the title are now live, and there’s a physical version with special textured foil packaging that will be available while supplies last.
Alongside the trailer, there’s also a gameplay demonstration video by series producer Eiji Aonuma.
There’s also a Nintendo Switch 2 – The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition announced too, and it looks Triforce-magnificent.
The limited-edition console will be released on October 29, 2026, and there will also be a Switch 2 Pro Controller and carrying case released on the same day that also commemorate the franchise’s anniversary.
Nintendo also revealed new features added to Zelda Notes.
ZELDA NOTES: Additional features for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time will be found within the ZELDA NOTES section of the Nintendo Switch App for compatible smart devices. Highlights include:
- Today’s Record: View a chronological record of your daily accomplishments, see stats such as how many enemies you’ve defeated and more.
- Gossip Quest: Find a location in the game using a hint image on your smart device to earn points toward music scores for the ocarina in Play Ocarina.
- Play Ocarina: Use the touchscreen to freely play a virtual ocarina on your smart device. Play along with a guide, listen to it play automatically, or make your own music scores to share via QR code.
- Ocarina of Time Quiz: Test your knowledge of the game with a quiz containing questions, images and more, with over 2,000 questions in all! The quiz can be taken once a day, or you can spend rupees you’ve earned in the game for extra tries.
Finally, at the event, Nintendo also announced that The Legend of Zelda movie will hit theaters on April 30, 2027.
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