Reviews are now live for *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time* for Nintendo Switch 2, set to be released by Nintendo on November 5, 2026. It has earned a Metascore of 96 on Metacritic and, as of this writing, ranks as the top game of 2026.
A full remake of the title originally released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998
This title is a full remake of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time*, originally released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998. The graphics have been completely overhauled, and the game system has also been updated—including the ability to jump at will.
Previews (play reports) from media outlets around the world, which were released on October 14, were overflowing with praise.
Metascore of 96!
As of this writing, the game has earned a Metascore of 96 on Metacritic (based on 70 reviews).
It has been highly praised primarily for its graphics, soundtrack, and controls, with comments hailing it as “a masterpiece that reimagines the Nintendo 64 classic for the modern era” and “a prime example of how to brilliantly reconstruct a timeless classic.”Additionally, as of this writing, it ranks first on Metacritic’s “Best Games This Year” list for 2026.
*The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time* is scheduled for release on November 5, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The price is 8,980 yen (tax included) for the physical edition and 7,980 yen (tax included) for the digital edition.
