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I played the Ocarina of Time remake on Switch 2, and it’s even better than my childhood memories

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I played the Ocarina of Time remake on Switch 2, and it’s even better than my childhood memories

Platforms: Nintendo Switch 2
Price: $69.99 / $59.99 (digital), £58.99 / £49.99 (digital), $109.95 AUD / $94.95 AUD (digital)
Release Date: November 4, 2026
Genre: Action-adventure

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is exactly what I wanted from one of the most anticipated remakes yet. Instead of a reimagining, it’s a one-to-one remake that does exactly what it needs to — overhauling the N64 classic’s visuals and gameplay — but despite being based on a 28-year-old game, it still manages to feel fresh.

Even though the updated art style initially drew criticism, it really grew on me over the course of my 20+ hour playthrough. From the details in the fabric of Link’s clothes to the way the water moved around him while diving for rupees, the game’s overhauled graphics continued to impress me. In fact, I had to remind myself to cut through the grass and shrubbery in Hyrule Field to look for items instead of just staring at it in awe. Then to top it all off, the new orchestral score makes the game feel incredibly cinematic.

Although Nintendo didn’t reimagine Ocarina of Time, it did take common complaints to heart. Being able to jump on command is big enough on its own, but the game makes exploring dungeons easier too with a fully controllable camera and having key gear mapped to your D-pad instead of hidden away behind menus. Gyro aiming also makes solving puzzles with your bow or grabbing Gold Skulltulas with your hookshot feel that much more rewarding.


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