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'Hey! Listen!' Zelda Classic 'Ocarina of Time' Is Back

  • For the 40th anniversary of the Zelda series, Nintendo released a remake of "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" for the Nintendo Switch 2, priced at $70.
  • Nintendo opted for a faithful, 1:1 remake rather than a reimagining, preserving the original's structure while updating graphics and animations for modern hardware.
  • Gameplay updates include refined combat with a dedicated jump button and faster item access; the Switch 2 microphone lets players perform melodies, while cutscenes are now fully voiced.
  • Critics have praised the remake, awarding it a 96 on Metacritic, positioning the title as one of the highest-rated games on the platform.
  • Despite strong reviews, some players noted narrative issues in the final part and pointed to limited save slots—only one manual slot alongside five automatic overwrites.
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27 years ago, Nintendo launched one of the video games that would mark the history of the medium, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, which was the fifth installment of the saga. Almost 30 years later, the title remains one of the most iconic in the industry. Now, this adventure returns with a deep ... Continue reading "The best game ever: ‘Zelda: Ocarina of Time’ returns 27 years later and excites everyone"

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