Nintendo Switch 2 Receives Remake Trailer for Ocarina of Time
Nintendo’s official UK YouTube channel released a new trailer for a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, paying homage to the original 1998 commercials for the Nintendo 64 classic. The footage mirrors several cuts and lines from the historic promotional spots, asking viewers if they will run or fight as Link encounters Ganondorf on horseback. The project is scheduled to launch on November 5, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Marketing Campaign Revives 1990s Nostalgia With One Notable Omission
The newly published preview has drawn widespread positive reactions from fans recalling late nights spent playing the original title. However, the modern version omits the specific recorded arrangement of the 1982 film Conan the Barbarian track Riddle of Steel / Riders of Doom that drove the original 1998 commercial, likely due to music licensing constraints. To ramp up anticipation ahead of the November release, Nintendo has also published two Japanese television commercials—titled Ocarina and Battle—which offer brief glimpses of previously unseen characters, prominently featuring Dark Link.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Release
When will the Ocarina of Time remake be released?
The title is scheduled to launch on November 5, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Which console was the original game released on?
The original version debuted on the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
What major musical difference exists in the new trailer?
Unlike the 1998 commercial, which utilized a specially recorded version of the 1982 film Conan the Barbarian track Riddle of Steel / Riders of Doom, the modern remake trailer drops the song due to rights limitations.
The upcoming launch sets the stage for players to experience the 1998 masterpiece with updated visuals on Nintendo’s newer hardware.