Kyoto, Sept. 9 (Jiji Press)–Nintendo Co. has said it will release “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time,” a remake for its Nintendo Switch 2 video game console, on Nov. 5. The company will also release a Nintendo Switch 2 console with a special Zelda-themed design on Oct. 29 to mark the series’ 40th anniversary. Its suggested retail price is 62,980 yen. The new software is based on the Zelda game released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998. Nintendo has revamped its graphics, including the textures of clothing and equipment, while making the game easier to play by adding button controls for jumping and dashing. The packaged version will cost 8,980 yen and the digital version 7,980 yen. Nintendo also announced that a live-action film, set for release in theaters worldwide on April 30, 2027, will be titled “The Legend of Zelda.” END [Copyright The Jiji Press, Ltd.]
Nintendo to Release Zelda Game Remake for Switch 2 Nov. 5