Nintendo Shows Ocarina of Time Switch 2 Remake Trailer
The new trailer introduces the Hall of Fallen Heroes, where players can rematch monsters they have already defeated.
Nintendo has released a new trailer for its remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Nintendo Switch 2, showing a new challenge area and changes to the camera. The game launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on November 5, 2026.
The trailer introduces the Hall of Fallen Heroes, an area where players can rematch monsters they have already defeated. The remake also adds a free camera alongside the series' Z-targeting system, according to comingsoon.net.
Other additions shown include an expanded Hyrule Field, denser crowds in the castle town, a full day and night cycle, and fully voiced characters.
The Switch 2's built-in microphone can be used to play the ocarina. A separate Zelda Notes app adds gameplay records and location-based challenges.
Original game and film plans
Ocarina of Time was released in 1998 and was the first mainline Zelda game with fully 3D gameplay. The remake was announced and revealed earlier in 2026. Separately, a live-action The Legend of Zelda film is set for 2027, with Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Zelda.
Quick answers
When does The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake come out?
It launches on November 5, 2026, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
What is the Hall of Fallen Heroes?
It is a new challenge area shown in the trailer where players can rematch previously defeated monsters.
Can you play the ocarina with the microphone?
Yes, the trailer shows players using the Switch 2's built-in microphone to play the ocarina.