{"id":3424,"date":"2026-05-07T11:49:08","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T08:49:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gamermarkt.com\/blog\/?p=3424"},"modified":"2026-07-09T13:29:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T10:29:07","slug":"zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-switch-2-leaks-details","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gamermarkt.com\/blog\/zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-switch-2-leaks-details\/","title":{"rendered":"Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake for Switch 2: Every Leak and Detail So Far"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is reportedly getting a full remake for Nintendo Switch 2. Multiple sources point to a late 2026 release, with Monolith Soft potentially handling development.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, the 1998 Nintendo 64 classic widely regarded as one of the greatest video games ever made, is reportedly getting a full remake for Nintendo Switch 2. The project was first leaked by reputable insider NateTheHate on March 27, 2026, and later independently corroborated by Video Games Chronicle (VGC) through their own sources. The remake is said to target a late 2026 release during the holiday season.<\/p>\n\n

Where Did the Leak Come From?<\/h2>\n\n

NateTheHate revealed the information during a podcast episode on March 27, 2026, in which he outlined Nintendo’s entire projected lineup for the year. His exact words: “In the second half of 2026, approaching the holidays, if not the holidays, we are going to receive an Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2. I was a bit hesitant about it when I first heard. I thought they would do a HD remaster. But no, I’m hearing it’s a full Ocarina of Time Remake.”<\/p>\n\n

NateTheHate has a strong track record with Nintendo leaks. He accurately predicted the Switch 2 first-look trailer date and has consistently provided correct Nintendo Direct dates ahead of official announcements. VGC added significant weight to the leak by confirming it “matches with what VGC has heard from our own sources.” French journalist Oscar Lumare and Universal Nintendo editor-in-chief Necro Felipe have also reportedly corroborated the project’s existence through their own contacts.<\/p>\n\n

Full Remake or Simple Remaster?<\/h2>\n\n

Every source points to a full remake rather than a simple resolution bump. NateTheHate stressed the distinction in his original podcast, though he admitted he did not know the exact scope: “Are we going to get a 1:1 remake akin to what we saw with Demon’s Souls? Or are we going to see a remake that’s a little more free to explore design choices?”<\/p>\n\n

On May 6, 2026, a second leaker named Nash Weedle provided more granular claims during an appearance on the Attack Da Backlog podcast. Weedle stated the remake is being rebuilt from scratch exclusively for Switch 2, and compared its scope to Final Fantasy VII Remake, meaning a complete reimagining rather than a faithful recreation. He claimed to have first heard about the project in 2022. Notably, insider Speshal Nick also described it as a high-budget production, suggesting a ground-up rebuild rather than a visual refresh.<\/p>\n\n

Could the Remake Be Split Into Two Parts?<\/h2>\n\n

Nash Weedle floated the idea that the remake could release in two parts: the first covering Child Link’s story and the second focusing on Adult Link. He drew a parallel to the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy. However, Weedle later clarified this was more of his own speculation than a sourced claim.<\/p>\n\n

The community has largely pushed back on this idea. Nintendo Wire’s Peter Glagowski called the prospect “ludicrous,” noting that Breath of the Wild is roughly six traditional Zelda games in size and still released as a single title. Ocarina of Time, while iconic, simply does not contain enough content to justify splitting into multiple games. Most analysts expect a single, complete release if the project is real.<\/p>\n\n

Is Monolith Soft Developing the Remake?<\/h2>\n\n

Multiple sources, including Nash Weedle, have pointed to Monolith Soft as a key developer on the project. The Xenoblade Chronicles studio has a long history of supporting Zelda titles: they contributed significantly to Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom in a support capacity. However, if the current rumours are accurate, this would mark Monolith Soft’s first time leading a Zelda project independently, with Nintendo’s in-house Zelda team (headed by Eiji Aonuma and Hidemaro Fujibayashi) in an advisory role.<\/p>\n\n

Monolith Soft has not yet announced any Switch 2 project, which is unusual for one of Nintendo’s most prominent first-party partners. Updates to their corporate website at the start of the new fiscal year have fuelled speculation that a reveal is imminent.<\/p>\n\n

When Will Nintendo Announce It?<\/h2>\n\n

Both NateTheHate and Nash Weedle have pointed to a June 2026 Nintendo Direct as the likely reveal window. Nintendo has not held a general Direct since September 2025, and the confirmed Switch 2 release schedule effectively ends with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book in May 2026. A major Direct in June would fill the gap and provide the stage for a holiday-season blockbuster announcement.<\/p>\n\n

One complication: NateTheHate’s prediction that a new Star Fox game would be revealed in April 2026 did not materialise. He later acknowledged the timing miss while maintaining confidence in the project’s existence, stating “sharing specific timing was an error in retrospect.” Reports also emerged that Nintendo has been deliberately spreading false information internally to identify leakers, though NateTheHate denied this affected his sources on Ocarina of Time.<\/p>\n\n

The 40th Anniversary and the Zelda Movie Connection<\/h2>\n\n

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda series, with the original game having launched in Japan in February 1986. Nintendo has yet to announce official anniversary celebrations, but the timing of an Ocarina of Time Remake would align perfectly with this milestone.<\/p>\n\n

There is also a cinematic connection. A live-action Legend of Zelda film, co-produced by Nintendo and Sony Pictures and directed by Wes Ball, is scheduled for release on May 7, 2027. Production wrapped in April 2026. A major Zelda game releasing in late 2026 would build momentum heading into the film’s premiere, creating a sustained marketing window for the franchise across media.<\/p>\n\n

Why Ocarina of Time Still Matters in 2026<\/h2>\n\n

Released on November 21, 1998, Ocarina of Time was the fifth mainline Zelda game and the first to feature 3D graphics. It introduced Z-Targeting (lock-on combat), context-sensitive action buttons, and the signature time-travel mechanic that splits gameplay between Child Link and Adult Link across a seven-year gap. The game required over 80 staff members to complete, making it the largest Nintendo development team at the time.<\/p>\n\n

It previously received one remake: Ocarina of Time 3D for Nintendo 3DS in 2011, which updated visuals and added quality-of-life improvements while remaining faithful to the original structure. The rumoured Switch 2 remake is expected to go far beyond that scope. An 80% majority in a community poll indicated preference for a reimagined version over a 1:1 faithful recreation, reflecting that many players feel the 3DS version already serves that purpose.<\/p>\n\n

What Else Is Coming to Switch 2 in 2026?<\/h2>\n\n

According to NateTheHate’s leaked lineup, the Switch 2’s 2026 schedule is packed. The confirmed and rumoured titles include:<\/p>\n\n