Why Zelda Fans Are Missing Out on Regional Ocarina of Time Remake Bonuses
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Regional pre-order bonuses for the upcoming Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake have left many fans frustrated, while themed hardware continues to face sellouts.
The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is generating massive excitement, but its pre-order rollout has left many players frustrated. According to reporting by GameRant, physical pre-order bonuses for the highly anticipated title are heavily fragmented by region, meaning millions of fans will miss out on the best items. For instance, players in Canada ordering through EB Games can secure a holographic slip cover mimicking the classic N64 box art, while UK fans buying directly from Nintendo get high-quality physical replicas of the game's iconic Spiritual Stones.
Meanwhile, US fans have seen far fewer incentives announced, though early physical copies will at least include a special foil cover. This regional disparity is nothing new for physical collectors, but it stings particularly hard given the historic nature of the release. Adding to the friction, hardware collectors are already facing steep supply hurdles. The themed Zelda Switch 2 console and Pro Controller revealed during the recent anniversary direct sold out almost instantly online, though Nintendo hints that restocks could arrive down the line.
For those managing to secure a copy, the remake brings substantial upgrades to the table beyond cosmetic preorder extras. The title features completely overhauled graphics, refined animations, and modern quality-of-life adjustments like a dedicated jump button, bringing the N64 classic up to contemporary standards. The game is scheduled to launch on November 5, with the themed hardware arriving slightly earlier on October 29, though upcoming amiibo figures for Young Link and Young Zelda remain pushed out to a vague 2027 release window.
Tags: Nintendo Switch 2, Zelda, RPG, Gaming News, Console Gaming
Original article: Game Rant