7 Games to Play While Waiting for the Ocarina of Time Remake

Counting down to the Ocarina of Time Remake? These seven games will easily fill the void.

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Published: Sep 15, 2026, 2:38 pm Updated: Sep 15, 2026, 2:38 pm

Primary Subject: 7 Games Like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Key Update: An opinion feature highlights seven adventure and puzzle-heavy titles to play while waiting for the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake launch on November 5.
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Last Verified: September 15, 2026
Quick Answer: Games like Tunic, Okami HD, Outer Wilds, and Chrono Trigger offer great puzzles, time mechanics, and exploration to tide players over until November 5

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake is scheduled to release on November 5, which means you have to wait two more months until you can explore Hyrule.

I know - the wait is unbearable. How are we going to fill the void while counting down the days until Ocarina of Time comes out? Well, don't worry. There are plenty of games with similar themes or gameplay that you can play to distract yourself.

Here are seven games to help ease the wait for the remake.

Tunic

Tunic is a great game for those who have a knack for sword-and-shield combat and love secret-dense world exploration. Plus, it's available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Mac, and the Nintendo Switch - almost every gamer can play it.

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The beauty of Tunis lies in the fact that solutions are hidden in massive environment puzzles - it can be right in front of your face, and you'd be none the wiser. The moment epiphany hits is so satisfying and reminds me of how I felt finally solving Ocarina's trickiest temples.

Chrono Trigger

Looking for a game where you travel across eras, like in Ocarina of Time? Then let me recommend Chrono Trigger to you, available on PC and some older-generation consoles.

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Chrono Trigger is the perfect game for those who love when actions actively reshape the future. In Chrono Trigger, your decisions can rewrite an entire town, side quest, or character. The fact that you have the world in your hands is awe-inspiring and allows you to play the game multiple times to see what happens if you do one thing over the other.

Okami HD

If you loved Twilight Princess, then you need to play Okami HD on your PC or Nintendo Switch.

A colorful, fantastical dragon-like creature with multiple serpent heads looms over a small character in a vibrant, stylized environment. The background features intricate designs and glowing magical effects.

From the chest hunting to the brush-drawing mechanics, Okami HD is the best game to play if you want the N64 or GameCube magic. The game revolves around a sun goddess in white wolf form exploring a mythological landscape. With your Celestial Brush, solve experimental puzzles and beat dungeons.

Outer Wilds

Outer Wilds stands out due to its use of time manipulation. Each planetary-time loop only lasts 22 minutes, and you need to use knowledge from previous runs to solve ancient environment puzzles. If you do so, you'll be able to unravel the secrets of a lost civilization.

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Running out of time just as you uncover a clue triggers the same sense of urgency I had while playing Majora's Mask and Ocarina of Time, so I'm sure people would enjoy Outer Wilds, too. The game is available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.

Darksiders II

Darksiders II is like Zelda for metalheads. It's a dark fantasy that features hack-and-slash combat and multi-floor dungeons, puzzles, and even grappling points.

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Darksiders II stands out for its block-pushing puzzles and boss-room arenas. It's perfect for those who love a good, classic 3D action game. You can play Darksiders II on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.

Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas

Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas features island-hopping action adventures. If you're someone who likes island exploration, clearing dungeons, and sailing the seas, then you can't miss out on this game. It's available on Windows, Mac, Nintendo Switch, and older-generation consoles.

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It's a perfect mix of cozy and adventure. What starts as a simple search for your missing father quickly turns into an adventure where you uncover the secrets of a lost civilization and sacred emblems. It's the pinnacle of natural action-adventure.

Death's Door

In Death's Door, you play as a soul-reaping crow exploring an interconnected world. You need to clear tight rooms, obtain special gadgets, and even beat bosses. It's an indie game that's perfected the top-down dungeon flow.

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The graphics are snappy, the bosses are actually challenging, and you need tools to be able to access secret pathways. If this sounds like your kind of thing, the game is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.

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