Nintendo Unveils Zelda Switch 2 Hardware Alongside Ocarina of Time Remake
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Nintendo has officially revealed a custom Zelda themed Switch 2 hardware variant arriving on October 29, just ahead of the Ocarina of Time remake launch in November.
Following weeks of leaked images circulating online, Nintendo has officially pulled back the curtain on a custom Switch 2 hardware variant celebrating both the fortieth anniversary of the franchise and the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Set to launch on October 29, the console sports a striking black, gold, and green color scheme that draws inspiration from Link and the Triforce of Courage. Alongside the themed Joy-Con 2 controllers, fans can also pick up a separate Pro Controller bundled with a display stand decorated with Hyrule Castle, though pre-order details are still under wraps.
This nostalgic hardware drop arrives alongside broader economic shifts for the platform. Polygon reports that the release coincides with Nintendo raising the standard Switch 2 price to $499.99, driven by component shortages affecting hardware manufacturing across the industry. While price hikes are never an easy pill for players to swallow, limited edition console variants historically help soften the blow for dedicated collectors who want to secure a flagship piece of hardware.
The timing lines up with a massive push for the franchise across multiple entertainment mediums. The Ocarina of Time remake hits the new console on November 5 following a recent Nintendo Direct showcase, giving players their first proper look at how the classic Nintendo 64 adventure translates to modern hardware. Add in the upcoming live action film adaptation featuring Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, and it is clear that Nintendo is leaning hard into the cultural weight of its most legendary property.
Tags: Nintendo Switch 2, The Legend of Zelda, Hardware, Console Gaming
Original article: Polygon