Nintendo has yet to officially announce the next major series The Legend of Zelda game, but that didn't stop it from becoming an unusually active mill in May 2026. Ocarina of Time remake for Nintendo Switch 2 and possible new 2D Zelda game targeting a 2027 launch, big things could be in store for fans of the franchise.
So far, however, everyone is new The Legend of Zelda the game claim should still be considered a rumor and nothing more. Nintendo's currently well-known Switch 2 series already includes games such as Star Fox, Yoshi and the mysterious book, Splatoon Raidersand Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weavebut no new ones Zelda the game has been officially revealed. This means that the recent confirmation Star Fox made one particular Zelda the rumor is much harder to ignore, especially since this game was allegedly part of the same larger leak that was mentioned Ocarina of Time return to Switch 2.
The Legend of Zelda will dominate with 3 big releases
Legend of Zelda fans have a lot to look forward to over the next year, with 3 different releases coming up.
The Ocarina of Time Remake is the biggest Zelda Rumor right now
The most prominent Zelda That's according to a rumor circulating right now The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is getting a complete remake for the Nintendo Switch 2. This rumor gained traction earlier this year when leaker NateTheHate claimed in a video on his YouTube channel that Nintendo is preparing Ocarina of Time remake for the second half of the year. At the time, the rumor was interesting, but still easily kept at arm's length Zelda fans have been burned many times by reports of classic games returning to modern hardware.
What has changed, however, is the context surrounding the leak. NateTheHate also claimed that the new Star Fox the game is coming to Switch 2 and Nintendo has now officially revealed Star Fox for the release of June 25, 2026. Judging by what was shown during Star Fox straight up, the new game is basically a remake Star Fox 64 and features improved visuals, redesigned characters, online multiplayer, mouse controls, and even N64 controller support. It doesn't necessarily confirm it Ocarina of Time rumor, but it does mean at least one major part of the leak involved Star Fox has now been verified.
While this is still nothing more than a rumor, the timing actually makes sense. Ocarina of Time is one of the most important games in Nintendo's history, ZeldaThe 40th anniversary was earlier this year and a live event The Legend of Zelda The movie is currently slated for release on May 7, 2027. In other words, Nintendo has every reason to keep the franchise in the spotlight, even if it doesn't really prove that Ocarina of Time the remake is indeed happening.
The latest leak claims that Ocarina of Time is being rebuilt from scratch
There is another element Ocarina of Time remake rumor that comes from Nash Weedle, who reportedly claimed that the alleged remake is more ambitious than a simple HD remaster. Rumor has it that the game is being rebuilt from the ground up, is said to be in development since 2022, may involve Monolith Soft, and could be revealed during a June Nintendo Direct ahead of a late 2026 launch.
Attached to the same statement is a rumored idea Ocarina of Time the remake could be divided into two parts, in a similar way to u Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, with one part revolving around Child Link and the other around Adult Link. However, this is a claim that fans should take with a grain of salt more than others, as releasing a supposed remake in this format could ruin the experience as the original game is built on the relationship between the two time periods. Since Nintendo is fully aware of this, this part of the rumor is the most unlikely.
A new 2D Zelda game could be planned for 2027
Second major Zelda reputation points in a completely different direction. Instead of another remake, this one suggests that Nintendo and Grezzo may be developing a new 2D together Zelda game for the Switch 2. This claim also comes from Nash Weedle, who mentioned the game in a recent podcast and said it was codenamed “Bernard”. Richard and Edward are said to be the code names she was given Link's Awakening remake a Echoes of wisdomwhich led to even more speculations, particularly regarding the game's protagonist.
There have been suggestions that the next 2D Zelda The game could feature Ganondorf in a main playable or protagonist-like role. This would obviously be a huge departure for the series, especially the following Echoes of wisdomwho already broke tradition by putting Zelda in the main role. However, this appears to be an assumption based on the game's rumored codename Bernard. The idea is that Grezzo named each project after a European king, with Richard, a king known for his courage, being the code name for Link's Awakening and Edward, a king known for his wisdom, which is a cover name Echoes of wisdom.
With Link owning the Triforce of Courage and Zelda owning the Triforce of Wisdom, that leaves Ganondorf who often owns the Triforce of Power throughout the series. King Bernard of Italy was not known for his absolute power, but he was a displaced king who rebelled against the imperial succession order. That alone could come in handy Zelda a story that takes an interest in Ganondorf as a king before he becomes the monster that Hyrule knows he is.
Zeld's next few years could be busier than they look
The reason these rumors are getting so much attention is because ZeldaThe official future is unusually open right now. Tears of the Kingdom launched in 2023, Echoes of wisdom followed in 2024 and live action The Legend of Zelda the movie is scheduled for 2027. Between these milestones, the Nintendo Switch 2 still needs its first big one Zelda moment.
That moment could be Ocarina of Time a remake, a new 2D game, or something that Nintendo managed to keep completely secret. For now Ocarina of Time remake is the rumor with the most momentum, in large part because Star Fox connection. 2D Zelda The rumor is certainly interesting, but it is more mysterious and less concrete. Until Nintendo makes an official statement, the safest conclusion is this Zelda fans have plenty to look forward to, but nothing to count on just yet. Still, it feels like a Switch 2 staple Zelda a reveal could be on the horizon as the timing seems almost perfect.
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November 21, 1998
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E10+ for everyone aged 10+: Animated blood, Fantasy violence, Sexual themes
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Nintendo
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Nintendo
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Zelda 64 engine
