Zelda Ocarina of Time remake
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The gist
Nintendo confirms Ocarina of Time remake for late 2026. South Korea rates it 12+, hinting at more blood and violence.
Background
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Nintendo Switch 2 was announced with a 2026 release window. Nintendo reaffirmed the late 2026 schedule in its August financial report. A South Korean rating board gave the game a 12+ rating, higher than the original's All Ages, likely due to more detailed blood and violence. Fans are debating whether the remake will be a faithful 1:1 recreation or include new content, especially after a retailer listed Monolith Soft as developer.
How it unfolded
- Aug 2026Nintendo reaffirmed in its quarterly financial report that the Ocarina of Time remake is scheduled for late 2026.
- late Jul 2026Nintendo Korea submitted the game for rating in South Korea; approval was granted later that month.
- Aug 31, 2026The South Korean 12+ rating became public, sparking discussion about the game's content.
- Sep 2, 2026Norwegian retailer Elkjøp listed Monolith Soft as the developer, fueling rumors about the studio's involvement.
- Sep 4, 2026The game received an ESRB rating of E10+ in the U.S. for 'Animated Blood, Fantasy Violence.'
Who’s saying what
- Fans
- Some fans hope for a faithful remake that preserves the original's atmosphere and content.
- Fans
- Others speculate that Monolith Soft's involvement could lead to new dungeons, enemies, and mechanics, deviating from a 1:1 remake.
Still unverified
The developer listing by Norwegian retailer Elkjøp is unconfirmed; Nintendo has not officially announced the studio behind the remake.