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Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 Remake of Ocarina of Time for Nov. 5 Release

Retail pricing swings, a licensed HORI Electric Ocarina and limited first‑run foil packaging are driving fast sellouts and variable costs for buyers.

Overview

  • Nintendo has set the Switch 2 exclusive remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time to launch on November 5, 2026 with pre-orders now available.
  • Pre-orders opened in the past week and the digital edition is listed at $59.99 while the physical edition normally retails for $69.99 but is currently shown at $59.88 at major retailers.
  • On Monday, several outlets reported that Amazon and Walmart are matching the lower $59.88 physical price and one report says a limited Walmart code (SAVE3X) can further reduce the cost for qualifying first pickup or delivery orders.
  • Nintendo and HORI have begun taking pre-orders for an official $49.99 Electric Ocarina that uses Switch 2 sound recognition, offers Free Play and Auto‑Play of 12 songs, a volume dial and a headphone jack, and is an electronic accessory rather than a blown instrument.
  • Collectors face constrained supply as Nintendo confirmed restocks for anniversary hardware and the first physical print run will include textured foil cover art, so buyers should watch retailer restocks and expect short windows for special editions and accessories.