Critics Praise The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake

Critics have begun publishing reviews of the Nintendo Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, with some praising it as one of the best games of its era.

Reviews have highlighted the combination of classic dungeon and world design with modern mechanics. One reviewer said Nintendo brought together two eras of the series, creating a full-fledged adventure that can appeal even to players familiar with the original, rather than just a beautiful retelling of its legendary story.

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Another critic called the remake “a stunning reimagining of the original,” singling out its impressive visuals and significantly improved audio. The reviewer called it the most beautiful game Nintendo has ever made and, without a doubt, the best way to experience one of the most important games in the history of the industry.

Reviewers also found shortcomings. One said Nintendo had taken a fairly cautious approach to the remake. Despite numerous small changes, it remains essentially the same game, the reviewer noted, and may feel too easy for veterans of the original Ocarina of Time and its Nintendo 3DS remake. The reviewer highlighted the absence of Master Quest or even a separate higher-difficulty mode as a particularly noticeable omission.