Nintendo has officially removed information it uploaded online regarding the upcoming The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, which revealed some fascinating tidbits about the title that had yet to be unveiled.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake was the big closer during the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, setting itself up as the company’s biggest Switch 2 game of the year. Sure, the Ocarina of Time remake had already leaked online, but it was still a massive reveal, one that fans have waited decades to hear, as it’s one of the most beloved entries in its franchise.
Nintendo Has Taken Down the Official Ocarina of Time Remake Description
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake trailer was exciting, but it didn’t reveal many details about the game, save for a 2026 release window. Canny fans soon made a discovery, as those who searched for information about the game online found an official description on the Nintendo website.
Before its removal, the description said, “The N64 classic reborn as a full remake for Nintendo Switch 2. Experience Ocarina of Time with stunning visuals, updated designs, and timeless gameplay.” The line has since been removed, but that’s only drawn more eyes to the update.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Description Revealed Important Details
The Legend of Zelda fans have been wondering just how much has been changed in the Ocarina of Time remake. The trailer only showed a tapestry of Hyrule and the opening moments of Link asleep at the start of the game. Obviously, the visuals have been upgraded since it’s a remake, but what about the story and gameplay?
The now-removed description confirms that the designs have changed, though it doesn’t specify whether this refers to characters, locations, or mechanics. The comment about “timeless gameplay” suggests that much of the original game has been preserved, which isn’t necessarily a good thing, as Ocarina of Time has many antiquated design elements, especially in its dungeon and quest design.
If The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is a straight-up recreation of the Nintendo 64 game, then it’s wasting a ton of potential. Nintendo already changed some elements of Ocarina of Time, like the infamous Water Temple, for the Nintendo 3DS release.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is set to launch in 2026, which means Nintendo will have to start revealing information about it soon. Hopefully, it won’t be long before Nintendo finally answers whether it’s a faithful remake or an update for modern sensibilities.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
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2026
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Nintendo
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Nintendo
- Number of Players
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Single-player