The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake for Switch 2 Is a Reality
The numerous rumors circulating in the gaming world have found official confirmation. During yesterday's broadcast, the latest Nintendo Direct of June 2026, the Kyoto-based company revealed to the public the remake of one of its most iconic and critically acclaimed titles, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, developed specifically for Nintendo Switch 2.
Although the existence of the project does not come as a total surprise to industry experts, the promotional video immediately captured the attention and enthusiasm of fans of the saga, confirming that the launch will take place before the end of the current year.
The first trailer shown by the company offered few concrete details on gameplay, focusing primarily on evocative elements: the images displayed an ancient tapestry and protagonist Link caught in slumber. However, the video allowed glimpses of the new artistic direction taken by the developers.
Additional Details on the Announcement and Story of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
The visual department of this remake will indeed diverge from graphics reminiscent of a painting, typical of recent productions like Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, steering towards an aesthetic representation that is decidedly closer to realism.
Originally released on the Nintendo 64 back in 1998, Ocarina of Time holds a place of honor in the memories of gamers, who for the first time could explore the kingdom of Hyrule in three dimensions atop the trusty horse Epona.
Over the years, the work has received several re-releases, including an optimized and enhanced version for the Nintendo 3DS handheld console in 2011. Currently, the classic edition of the game is already accessible on both the original Nintendo Switch and the new Switch 2 through the digital catalog reserved for subscribers to the paid service Switch Online with the Expansion Pack. This new and ambitious remake promises to fully leverage the capabilities of the new hardware.