The hero of Hyrule is back on Nintendo Switch 2, with a very special power: the ability to travel through time using his ocarina. The battle against Ganondorf is shaping up to be a tough one... Yes, you guessed it: it’s none other than The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, one of the most beloved games in the series. Ocarina of Time is being reimagined for Nintendo Switch 2.
“Join the legendary hero Link on his sweeping quest across Hyrule, and through time itself, as he thwarts Ganondorf’s schemes. Wield incredible items and weapons, face ferocious bosses, and solve intricate puzzles in this iconic chapter of the Zelda saga. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is making a comeback on Nintendo Switch 2.”
It's a small surprise unveiled during the June 2026 Nintendo Direct. Ocarina of Time is set for a second wind on Nintendo Switch 2, to the delight of longtime fans and younger players who haven't yet experienced this beloved entry. Ocarina of Time first released in 1998 on the Nintendo 64, and it has since been adapted for the GameCube, Wii, and Nintendo 3DS.
It's now the Switch 2 ’s turn to get this must-have title, in a version reimagined for the console. The game is due out in late 2026, just in time for the holiday season... if you can wait until Santa Claus arrives.
Nintendo just dropped a new video on September 8, offering a closer look at some intriguing gameplay details. This Switch 2 title was developed in tandem with the 1998 edition, and every comparison is drawn between the two games.
Nintendo announces redesigned graphics and a reorchestrated soundtrack. This new version also enhances the adventure with dialogue and cutscenes fully voiced in French.
Among the changes, developers are adding features you’d expect in modern games. Players can make sauter Link, sprint (no more endless rolling), they can move the camera freely, switch weapons with a single button, and watch their progress unfold on a grand tapestry that fills in as you advance...
Also explore the city of Hyrule in search of mini-games and chat with the locals. And of course, don’t miss putting your musical talents to good use! Use the Switch 2 microphone to sing or play musical notes: this activates the ocarina and lets you perform the various melodies.
This version revisits Link’s quest across two eras of Hyrule. Nintendo’s website highlights features including a fast-forward function, on-demand jumping, and the ability to play melodies using the console’s microphone.
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Dates and Opening Time
Starts November 5, 2026
Recommended age
From 12 years old
Official website
www.nintendo.com
