The rumor is now fact. During the Nintendo Direct on June 9, 2026, Nintendo officially confirmed a ground-up remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, targeting a 2026 release. It reimagines the 1998 Nintendo 64 classic widely regarded as one of the greatest games ever made.
From insider leak to official confirmation
The reveal validated a claim that had circulated for days. Ahead of the show, industry insider NateTheHate stated on his podcast that an Ocarina of Time remake would receive the Direct's longest segment, with FromSoftware's Switch 2 exclusive The Duskbloods second. Nintendo's broadcast — roughly 50 minutes, streamed on its official channels — confirmed the remake outright with an official announcement trailer.
What Nintendo actually announced
Per Nintendo, the Switch 2 version is a full remake (not a remaster) of the 1998 original, featuring improved graphics and various gameplay optimizations, due in 2026. The studio said more details will follow at a later date. The N64 classic previously received a modernized 3DS version in 2011; this is its first ground-up rebuild.
Why it matters
Ocarina of Time is the crown jewel of Nintendo's back catalogue, and a modern remake is an obvious system-seller for Switch 2 — equal parts nostalgia magnet and showcase for the new hardware. Paired with The Duskbloods, it signals Nintendo front-loading 2026 with heavyweight first-party and partner exclusives.
Craving an epic adventure right now?
Ocarina is a Switch 2 exclusive, but if the Direct put you in the mood for a sprawling adventure on PC, two benchmarks are cheap today: Elden Ring from $29.47 and Baldur's Gate 3 from $13.65 across the stores we track.
FAQ
Is the Ocarina of Time remake confirmed?
Yes. Nintendo confirmed it on stage at the June 9, 2026 Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 in 2026.
Is it a remake or a remaster?
A ground-up remake with improved graphics and gameplay optimizations, not a simple remaster.
Is it coming to PC?
No — it's a Switch 2 title. Nintendo first-party games are not released on PC.
