Nintendo has confirmed a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time targeted for the platform referred to in the announcement as "Switch 2," with a release scheduled for 2026.
The original title, developed by Nintendo EAD and released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, is widely regarded as a landmark in action-adventure game design; this new remake marks the series’ return to next-generation Nintendo hardware.
Background and context
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time originally launched on the Nintendo 64 in 1998 and earned critical acclaim for its 3D world design, cinematic presentation, and influence on future game mechanics.
Nintendo EAD led development of the original project; Nintendo has since continued the franchise across multiple platforms, including the Nintendo Switch family of systems.
Nintendo announced the remake with a short teaser and a confirmed 2026 release window for the system named in the announcement.
What Nintendo announced (rewritten statement)
In clear, company-issued language: Nintendo announced a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and stated it is scheduled to release on the platform referred to as Switch 2 in 2026.
The company added that additional details—including developer credits for the remake, distribution format, pricing, and launch-day availability on the Nintendo eShop—have not yet been disclosed.
Teaser and communications
Nintendo released a brief teaser alongside the announcement.
At the time of publication, no further technical or release details have been posted.
Nintendo has historically used a mix of Nintendo Direct broadcasts, digital teasers, and official press releases to reveal major Zelda projects; observers will look for follow-up information in upcoming Nintendo communications.
What we know and what remains open
Verified facts from the announcement: a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has been announced and a 2026 release window on the platform named in the announcement has been provided.
Open items include the remake’s developer team, whether it will be distributed physically or digitally via the Nintendo eShop, specific release date, pricing, and platform-compatibility details.
Nintendo typically provides those specifics closer to launch.
This announcement represents a major moment for the franchise and Nintendo’s next-generation hardware plans.
We will continue tracking official updates from Nintendo and report confirmed details as they are released.
The original title, developed by Nintendo EAD and released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, is widely regarded as a landmark in action-adventure game design; this new remake marks the series’ return to next-generation Nintendo hardware.
Background and context
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time originally launched on the Nintendo 64 in 1998 and earned critical acclaim for its 3D world design, cinematic presentation, and influence on future game mechanics.
Nintendo EAD led development of the original project; Nintendo has since continued the franchise across multiple platforms, including the Nintendo Switch family of systems.
Nintendo announced the remake with a short teaser and a confirmed 2026 release window for the system named in the announcement.
What Nintendo announced (rewritten statement)
In clear, company-issued language: Nintendo announced a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and stated it is scheduled to release on the platform referred to as Switch 2 in 2026.
The company added that additional details—including developer credits for the remake, distribution format, pricing, and launch-day availability on the Nintendo eShop—have not yet been disclosed.
Teaser and communications
Nintendo released a brief teaser alongside the announcement.
At the time of publication, no further technical or release details have been posted.
Nintendo has historically used a mix of Nintendo Direct broadcasts, digital teasers, and official press releases to reveal major Zelda projects; observers will look for follow-up information in upcoming Nintendo communications.
What we know and what remains open
Verified facts from the announcement: a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has been announced and a 2026 release window on the platform named in the announcement has been provided.
Open items include the remake’s developer team, whether it will be distributed physically or digitally via the Nintendo eShop, specific release date, pricing, and platform-compatibility details.
Nintendo typically provides those specifics closer to launch.
This announcement represents a major moment for the franchise and Nintendo’s next-generation hardware plans.
We will continue tracking official updates from Nintendo and report confirmed details as they are released.