Nintendo dropped a bombshell during its latest "The Legend of Zelda" themed Nintendo Direct, unveiling not only a remake of "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" but also a special 40th-anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 console and Pro Controller for the series. These two massive announcements are set to make the anniversary celebration even more epic. 
The "Ocarina of Time" remake is locked in for a November 5, 2026 release, built from the ground up for the Switch 2. It boasts a brand-new 3D visual style and modern controls like manual jumping, sprinting, quick item swapping, and motion-controlled aiming. While the overall level structure largely sticks to the original design, with each area of Hyrule still presented as a distinct scene, expect extra areas and shop mini-games to pop up in places like Hyrule Castle Town.
This new version also introduces a "Threads of Time" menu, which serves as a quest log and visually chronicles your adventure in a tapestry-like format. Another cool feature? Besides inputting ocarina melodies with buttons, players can now "hum" to play tunes directly. Plus, Nintendo is even releasing a functional physical ocarina accessory!
Meanwhile, the "The Legend of Zelda" 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 Special Edition is set to launch on October 29, 2026. The console's dock features a golden Triforce emblem, while the Joy-Cons sport a black and teal color scheme, accented with iconic series patterns.
The accompanying 40th Anniversary Pro Controller shares the same color palette, with a golden Triforce design at its center and golden shoulder and trigger buttons. Both the console and controller also feature a 40th-anniversary commemorative logo, which includes a mini Link icon in his classic NES-era style.
With these two exciting new products hitting the scene, Nintendo is gearing up for a concentrated "The Legend of Zelda" 40th-anniversary celebration from late October to early November.