The Ocarina of Time Switch 2 release date is Thursday, November 5, 2026. Nintendo's US store lists the remake at $59.99 as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, with an estimated 27 GB download. Everything below comes from the official Nintendo store page, checked on November 3.
Ocarina of Time Switch 2 release date and price at a glance
| Detail | What Nintendo lists |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 5, 2026 |
| Price (US eShop) | $59.99 |
| Platform | Nintendo Switch 2 only |
| Estimated download | 27 GB |
| Players | 1 player |
| Play modes | TV, tabletop and handheld |
| ESRB descriptors | Animated Blood, Fantasy Violence |
Nintendo notes that the download size and rating may not be final while the game is on pre-order. Check the store page again before launch day if storage is tight.
What is new in the remake
This is a full remake, not a simple port. Nintendo describes these changes:
- Overhauled visuals built for Nintendo Switch 2.
- Orchestral music in place of the original soundtrack.
- Voice acting and expanded cutscenes.
- Modern controls and camera.
- Microphone ocarina songs. You can hum or play an instrument into the Switch 2 microphone to perform songs.
The story is the one fans know. You play Link, who becomes the Hero of Time to stop Ganondorf from taking the Triforce.
Features and accessibility options
- HDR and VRR on compatible TVs.
- Linear PCM surround sound.
- amiibo support.
- Save Data Cloud with Nintendo Switch Online.
- Game lending inside a Nintendo Account family group.
- Playable without motion or touch controls, with colour alternatives.
- 16 languages, including British English, Japanese and Simplified Chinese.
Early purchase bonus
Buy the digital version before November 23, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT and you get a Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary digital wallpaper. Nintendo's page ties the bonus to digital purchases only.
Is there a physical edition?
The Nintendo store page we checked lists the digital version only. Some retailers show physical pre-order listings. Nintendo's page does not confirm a physical price, so check your retailer before you order.
What we could not confirm
- The exact unlock time on November 5 in each region.
- The final download size after any day-one patch.
- Prices outside the US, which Nintendo sets per region.
How to get ready for launch day
- Free up space. Clear at least 27 GB on your Switch 2 system memory or microSD Express card. Leave extra room for a possible day-one patch.
- Pre-order digitally if you want the bonus. The 40th Anniversary wallpaper only comes with digital purchases made before November 23.
- Check Nintendo Switch Online. Save Data Cloud needs an active membership. Without it, your save only lives on the console.
- Test your microphone. If you want to hum the ocarina songs, make sure the Switch 2 microphone works in a quiet room.
- Turn on HDR. If your TV supports HDR and VRR, enable them in the system settings before you start.
Who should buy the remake
This is our view, not a review. Long-time fans get the same adventure with modern controls, a new camera and full orchestral music. New players get one of the most important Zelda games without the dated controls of the 1998 original. Families can share one copy through Nintendo Account lending.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hum the ocarina songs in the Switch 2 remake?
Yes. Nintendo says you can hum or play an instrument into the Switch 2 microphone to perform songs.
When does Ocarina of Time come out on Switch 2?
Nintendo lists the release date as November 5, 2026.
How much does Ocarina of Time Switch 2 cost?
The US Nintendo eShop price is $59.99.
Can I play the Ocarina of Time remake on the original Switch?
No. Nintendo lists it as exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2.
How big is the Ocarina of Time Switch 2 download?
Nintendo estimates 27 GB, and says the size may change before launch.
Summary
The Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake arrives on November 5, 2026 for $59.99. It adds new visuals, orchestral music, voice acting and modern controls, and it needs about 27 GB of space. Buy digitally before November 23 if you want the 40th Anniversary wallpaper.
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