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Nintendo is reportedly furious about a wave of leaks that include a rumored The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and other Switch 2 titles. Former marketing lead Kit Ellis says dealing with leakers will likely become a major priority, warning that disclosures could affect shareholder confidence, underscoring Nintendo’s reliance on surprise marketing.
A leaker claims Nintendo plans a Zelda-themed limited edition Switch 2 to coincide with a rumored remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and a new Star Fox game, but the tip is unverified and it’s unclear whether the bundle will include the game.
Former Nintendo marketing lead Kit Ellis says NateTheHate’s leak claiming a The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and a new Star Fox game has Nintendo “absolutely furious,” warning leaks threaten the company’s surprise strategy and could impact its stock price.
NateTheHate suggests there may not be a general Nintendo Direct until June, with rumors pointing to potential reveals like a Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and a Star Fox project, though nothing official has been announced.
A trusted Nintendo insider claims a ground-up remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is coming to Switch 2 in the second half of 2026—whether a 1:1 remake or a broader reimagining—though nothing official has been announced; the timing aligns with OoT’s revered status on its 40th anniversary and other rumors, with corroboration from outlets like VGC.
A circulating rumor suggests Nintendo’s 2026 lineup could include a new Star Fox game with classic rail shooter traits, a remake of Ocarina of Time (potentially enhanced beyond a simple port), and a Zelda remake, with no 3D Mario in that year—set against a backdrop of a Switch 2-era launch and fan excitement tempered by skepticism until official confirmation.
Patricia Summersett, long-time Zelda voice actress, says she doesn’t want to “pass the torch” because there are already many versions of Zelda and they can all coexist across timelines and eras. She praises the community’s acceptance of different Zeldas, notes that newcomers still discover Breath of the Wild, and hints that future Zelda projects—like remakes or remasters—could appear without necessitating a single successor voice. The piece also references Nintendo’s ongoing 40th anniversary context and potential direction for the series.
For Zelda’s 40th, predictions suggest Nintendo won’t launch a major new Zelda game this year; Tears of the Kingdom (2023) and Echoes of Wisdom (2024) have consumed development time. More likely are ports or HD remasters—Wind Waker HD and Twilight Princess HD on Switch (or Switch 2)—and possible HD remakes of Ocarina of Time and Majora’s Mask, along with smaller announcements like amiibo or a teaser trailer, rather than a full-blown anniversary Direct.
Patricia Summersett has voiced Princess Zelda since 2017, narrating the character in Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, and various Hyrule Warriors titles. She recalls auditioning for a role she didn’t fully know at the time, the collaborative, meticulous process with director Jamie Mortellaro, and how Zelda evolves across games while retaining a consistent core. The Zelda Notes helped her inhabit Zelda’s inner world, and she expresses gratitude for returning to Hyrule rather than passing the torch. Summersett also cites Ocarina of Time and Twilight Princess as favorites and notes the Zelda 40th anniversary as a milestone for the decade-long journey.
An opinion piece argues Nintendo franchises could shine as Warriors-style games, spotlighting Xenoblade Chronicles and Kirby as top picks and citing the Zelda-focused Hyrule Warriors as proof of market appeal, while also noting other potential candidates (Mario, Pokémon, Pikmin, Metroid, Splatoon, Animal Crossing, etc.) that could be explored in future spin-offs.
First 4 Figures revealed an exclusive Tears of the Kingdom Link statue, a 9-inch painted PVC figure with LED light-up on the right arm and base; pre-orders open February 26, 2026, with the price announced the same day. The standard edition is already available at GameStop and other retailers, and signing up to the First 4 Figures newsletter can save $10 on launch. A full reveal is promised soon.
On Zelda's 40th anniversary, Kotaku revisits near-miss sci-fi pitches for the series—from a GDC slide show of an outer-space invasion to Miyamoto's earliest time-travel concept and cyberpunk art for A Link to the Past—arguing Nintendo's iconic fantasy roots have always flirted with sci-fi, even as the company keeps a tighter leash on its IPs, leaving space adventures as distant dreams rather than reality.
To celebrate The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary, Creative Bloq highlights a 24-piece Zelda merch collection with discounts and affiliate links, spanning items from figures and swords to books and accessories, while noting Zelda’s 1986 debut by Miyamoto and Tezuka.
Nintendo released Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom version 1.4.3 on Switch and Switch 2, fixing the Black Hinox undefeated bug that blocked obtaining the Hinox Monster Medal and addressing several other gameplay issues.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a Switch 2 exclusive launched on Nov 6, 2025, has sold over 1 million copies worldwide, signaling a strong start for the Zelda Musou title though it still trails Age of Calamity's 4 million on Switch; the Switch 2's growing install base and solid reviews underpin the sales momentum.