The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Release Date Revealed, as Nintendo Challenges GTA 6

Nintendo has officially locked in the release date for the Ocarina of Time Remake.

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  • Primary Subject: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake
  • Key Update: Nintendo officially announced during the Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct that The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake will release on November 5, 2026, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: September 8, 2026
  • Quick Answer: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake releases on November 5, 2026, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 following its Direct reveal.

On September 8, Nintendo held a The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct.

The stream touched on major updates regarding the acclaimed franchise, such as the upcoming live-action film and the 40th anniversary concert tour. However, most of the livestream focused on the upcoming Ocarina of Time Remake.

People have been begging Nintendo for an official release date, and we officially have one now.

When Does The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Come Out?

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake will release on November 5, 2026, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2.

The release date was revealed alongside an in-depth look at the gameplay, me, and changes from the original title. The Direct ended with a brand-new Ocarina of Time remake trailer.

Ocarina of Time Remake gameplay
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Credit: Nintendo

This is notably exactly two weeks before Grand Theft Auto 6 drops. It seems Nintendo has no fear of going head-to-head with one of the most-anticipated games of the year (and of this decade if we are being fair). And they have no reason to - GTA 6 isn't launching on the Switch 2, so they aren't competition for Nintendo.

Additionally, Ocarina of Time has its own solid fan base who'd gladly explore Hyrule rather than Vice City.

Will you be purchasing the Ocarina of Time remake (and the limited-edition Legend of Zelda-themed Switch 2)?

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