'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' Remake Makes History as Fastest-Selling Nintendo-Published Title

The critically acclaimed title sells 5.2 million copies in four days as the franchise kicks off its 40th anniversary.

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'The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time' remake sold 5.2 million copies in its first four days on Nintendo Switch 2

The release stands as the fastest-selling Nintendo-published title for the platform globally and throughout the Americas

The milestone remake anchors the franchise's 40th anniversary alongside an upcoming 2027 tour and live-action film

Gaming giant Nintendo has achieved massive commercial success with the release of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, selling over 5.2 million copies worldwide in its first four days on the Nintendo Switch 2. Debuting on November 5, 2026, the critically acclaimed title has officially become the fastest-selling Nintendo-published game on the platform globally, as well as across the United States, Canada, and Latin America.

Serving as a complete, modern remake of the landmark 1998 Nintendo 64 classic, the Switch 2 edition revisits the heroic journey of a young Link across the land of Hyrule, navigating dual eras to restore balance. Ranking alongside Rockstar Games’ Grand Theft Auto VI as one of 2026’s most anticipated video game launches, the title has arrived to glowing critical praise and high audience scores across the gaming community.

The launch arrives as the centerpiece of Nintendo’s broader 40th anniversary celebration of The Legend of Zelda franchise, commemorating the debut of the original 1986 Japanese release. As part of the milestone campaign, Nintendo is rolling out expanded merchandise, additional games, a global concert tour kicking off in 2027, and the franchise’s live-action feature film slated to hit theaters on April 30, 2027.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is available now worldwide on Nintendo Switch 2.