The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake - How to Get Ice Arrows

Freeze your foes in Hyrule! Here is how to unlock the optional Ice Arrows in Ocarina of Time.

An ice crystal and a character with pointed ears and a satchel, holding a sword in a fantastical forest setting.
An ice crystal and a character with pointed ears and a satchel, holding a sword in a fantastical forest setting.

The Ice Arrows aren't a necessary weapon in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, but they sure are nice to have.

This bow is completely optional in Ocarina of Time and isn't required to complete the game. However, if you're a completionist or someone who simply likes the aesthetic, then it's worth finding the Ice Arrows. And hey, they deal double damage to freezable enemies, so having them in your arsenal isn't useless.

Want it? Here's how to get them.

How to Get Ice Arrows in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake

To get Ice Arrows, you'll need to complete everything up to the Water Temple, then complete the Gerudo Fortress so you can get the Gerudo Pass. The Ice Arrows can be found in the Gerudo Proving Grounds, in the deepest cell.

A character in a green tunic stands in front of a stone entrance with a wooden gate, while another character is visible in the background. There are health and collectibles displayed at the top of the screen, as well as a map at the bottom right corner.
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This mini-dungeon has nine small keys hidden in the area. You'll need at least seven small keys to unlock the cell with the Ice Arrows. Here's a tip: after unlocking the first door on the left side of the central room, use the Lens of Truth to find an opening in the ceiling. An extra key is inside, which is helpful if you're struggling to find your final key.

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Once you have enough keys, return to the starting room and unlock the doors on the left side leading to the central cell. With the keys, open the large treasure chest in the middle of the chamber to claim the Ice Arrows.

A character with blonde hair celebrates after opening a treasure chest, revealing an ice arrow.
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To equip the Ice Arrows, press L or R to open the Quick Select wheel and select the Ice Arrows, then assign them to the dedicated item slot. If you want to use them, hold ZR to drop your bow, then aim with the analog stick. Release the button to shoot.

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