《塞尔达传说：时之笛》重制版登陆 Nintendo Switch 2 的新内容与改动一览

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on Nintendo Switch 2 is bringing a ton of new features, upgrades, and more to the table. Fans can expect overhauled graphics, better performance, and support for elements like Zelda Notes. We now have a comprehensive list covering what’s changed from the original game on the N64.

You can find the full list below. We’ll keep our guide updated as more details surface before and after launch.

Ocarina of Time changes from the original

Improved performance and presentation
Now runs at 60 frames per second
Fully redone graphics, down to the textures of each material
Actions feel snappier and more satisfying
Load times are faster
Refreshed sounds
Symphonic orchestral music included
Manual jump instead of automatic
Time now goes on wherever you are, including in Hyrule Castle Town
Can now hold up to 200 rupees from the start
Five bottle slots instead of four
Different attack patterns for Skulltulas
Forest Temple has changed up some puzzles, plus some changes to the actual temple
Din’s Fire is done in real-time whereas the world was previously frozen when you used it
Can see cracked pieces of ground to show spots where you should bomb for hidden rooms

New features in the Ocarina of Time remake

Threads of Time: see the progress you’ve made in the story and what your next objective is
Tapestry is updated throughout game progression
Support for Zelda Notes (see below)
Hall of Fallen Foes: battle bosses in rematches and check out details about enemies
New fairy thoughts feature
You can now hum tunes / play real life instruments for the ocarina and Link will play it
Gyro aiming support
Can hold down the A button to roll then dash
Can move the camera freely in Hyrule Castle Town
New details in the town, including some parts that were only backdrops on the N64
Inclusion of the Business Scrub Seed which summons a Deku merchant wherever you throw it
Normal, Pro, and Master display settings
New targeting options
Support for all Zelda amiibo; provides helpful items
New blonde woman NPC in Castle Town who warns Link not to spend all his money
New dialogue and new dialogue options
Voiced cutscenes
Kokiri Forest shop features a scarecrow training dummy
Navi has silent text bubbles that pop up during gameplay
Songbook available when playing the ocarina, helps remember which buttons to press
Inventory screen has different sections for Child Link’s items, Adult Link’s items, and a third that both can use

Zelda Notes features explained

Zelda Notes was previously introduced with the Nintendo Switch 2 Editions of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. This is a game-specific service that players can use with the Nintendo Switch App for compatible smart devices.

Access Map, Gossip Quests, Hall of Fallen Foes, Today’s Record, My Play Data, Global Play Data, Photo Studio, Threads of Time, amiibo, Play Ocarina, and Ocarina of Time Quiz

Today’s Record

See accomplishments of a particular in day in chronological order
See number of enemies defeated and other stats from that day’s play session

Gossip Quest

Find a location in the game with the image shown on your smart device; locate it to earn points
Points can be exchanged for music scores for the ocarina in Play Ocarina

Play Ocarina

Freely play the ocarina using the screen on your smart device
Can play along with a guide or have it play automatically
Can create and share music scores with QR codes

Ocarina of Time Quiz

Answer questions about the game
Over 2,000 questions included
Can take it once per day, but can spend rupees you’ve earned in game for extra tries

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake heads to Nintendo Switch 2 on November 5, 2026. For more on the game, check out our Ocarina of Time pre-order bonus guide.