Nintendo hosted The Legend of Zelda: 40th Anniversary Direct, where they showcased the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, releasing November 5 on Switch 2.
Oh, and the upcoming live action film is officially called The Legend of Zelda. No subtitle, which is apparently relevant to the film. No trailer yet either, harrumph! The live action film will hit theaters on April 30, 2027.
After announcing the Ocarina of Time remake earlier this year, the Direct revealed our first look at gameplay, as well as the release date. Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma showcased the gameplay himself.
The remake completely overhauls the visuals and controls to that of a modern third-person action game. Link can actually jump freely now! Plus, voiced cutscenes, expanded dialogue, and a fully symphonic orchestral score.
The original 1998 action-RPG was a massive success, successfully shifting the top-down and side-scrolling series into 3D, and showcasing what an open world video game could do. It also featured an intriguing time-traveling plot as Link explored the world of Hyrule as both a child and an adult.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (2026)
The first release of the new Ocarina of Time will include special foil textured packaging for the physical release.
Also, Nintendo is releasing two ocarinas. There’s a fully playable, real-working version, as well as an all-electric version that plays notes or songs with the press of a button. The ocarinas are actually functional with the game thanks to the Switch 2’s microphone feature! Players can also hum the tunes to activate their in-game ocarina.
The music for Ocarina of Time is still considered one of gaming’s best, and one I (and many middle-age gamers) are super nostalgic for. Pretty sure I can still hum half the ocarina songs!
Nintendo is also releasing a special Legend of Zelda – 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 system, featuring the triforce, as well as a special Pro Controller available with or without a display stand. New amiibo figures of Young Link and Young Zelda will launch in 2027. The new amiibo unlock special retro masks in the game.
The Direct also teased music from the The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert series. The global tour begins in Japan in January 2027, with the Norther American tour starting in Chicago in February.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (2026) will release on November 5. It’s rated E10+.
