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Review: The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time (Switch 2) – A Stunning Remake, But Not Quite Definitive
Nintendo’s Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time refreshes the landmark adventure with striking visuals, modernised controls and a revamped soundtrack. The review says it makes Hyrule Field and the dungeons feel exciting again while preserving the original’s spirit, though it remains largely the same game.
The remake adds detail throughout, makes small changes to item and character locations, and gives key cutscenes voice acting. It runs smoothly at 60 frames per second, but distant scenery can shimmer and look overly smooth; handheld resolution also drops enough to make Link appear fuzzy at times. The reviewer says these flaws are noticeable but do not significantly harm the experience.
In short
- The remake makes Ocarina of Time feel fresh while keeping its original character.
- Visuals, controls and music have been substantially updated.
- Handheld image quality has some flaws despite smooth performance.
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The case for
The remake gives a landmark adventure a fresh visual and audio presentation while keeping its original spirit, and modern controls and smooth performance can make exploring Hyrule enjoyable for returning players and newcomers alike. Its technical blemishes are limited enough that the reviewer says they do not significantly detract from the experience.
The case against
For players seeking a definitive remake, the changes may feel too modest: the game remains largely the same, with only small adjustments to locations and selected cutscenes. Visible shimmering and fuzzy handheld visuals also weaken the polish, making it harder to justify the remake as the final version of the adventure.
Explained simply
The Legend of Zelda is Nintendo’s long-running series of fantasy adventure games. In Ocarina of Time, players guide Link through Hyrule, solving puzzles, exploring dungeons and confronting dangers that threaten the kingdom.
First released in 1998, Ocarina of Time helped establish ideas that became familiar in 3D adventure games, including exploring a large world and using items to overcome obstacles. Its story follows Link at different stages of his life, with the ocarina—a musical instrument—playing a key role in his journey.