The Legend of Zelda has given Nintendo plenty to celebrate over the past 40 years, but few games in the franchise have left a mark quite like Ocarina of Time (building incredible hype for its upcoming remake). The classic 1998 Nintendo 64 game helped define what 3D adventure games could be, and its influence can still be seen across the industry today. All of that is evidenced by the remake's sales, which have prompted a response from a Nintendo president.
Interest in Zelda: Ocarina of Time has remained strong for decades, making its remake an especially exciting prospect for fans. Alongside the upcoming remake itself, special-edition hardware offers another way for fans to celebrate 40 years of Link’s adventures in The Legend of Zelda, though getting hold of these products has become increasingly difficult.
In a recent interview, Activision threw some shade at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, claiming that MW4 and GTA 6 are the biggest games of 2026.
Nintendo has now admitted that it underestimated demand for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and its 40th anniversary products. Speaking with Coelho, Bill van Zyll, Nintendo’s vice president and general manager for Latin...
