All the news about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake

What happened

Nintendo announced a Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The game is a rebuilt version of the original Nintendo 64 game. It has a more realistic look, a jump button, a sprint option, full voice acting, and a "Threads of Time" feature that helps players track their progress. Many parts still feel like the original. Nintendo also made a special Switch 2 and Switch 2 Pro Controller with Triforce designs to celebrate the game.

Key facts

• The original game came out 28 years before this remake, in 1998.
• The remake is scheduled to launch on November 5.
• The physical version is expected to rise from $59.99 to $69.99 after launch. The digital version is expected to stay at $59.99.
• Preorders for the physical version have a $10 discount at Amazon and Walmart, with about one week left at the time of the article.

Some background

The original Ocarina of Time was a major 3D adventure game. It helped shape how 3D games handled movement, exploration, and open worlds. The remake keeps that classic feel but fixes some old annoyances. Nintendo's developers also said they wanted to keep fun old moves, like rolling across Hyrule Field by repeatedly using the Roll Attack.

Why it matters

This remake shows how older games can be updated for new players without losing what made them special. Reviewers who tried early parts of the game said it is fun and easier to learn, especially for people who already know modern action games. It also shows how Nintendo is building its Switch 2 lineup with major releases this fall.

What to watch

• How players and reviewers judge the new look and controls after launch on November 5.
• Whether the physical game price rises to $69.99 as expected.
• How the new art style, inspired by puppet shows, feels across the full game.