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Nintendo Intentionally Included Loading Screens in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, and Fans Are Torn

Nintendo has confirmed it intentionally included loading screens in its The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake to "preserve the essence of the original game," and the internet isn't in love with the idea.

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Nintendo Intentionally Included Loading Screens in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, and Fans Are Torn

Nintendo has confirmed that the Ocarina of Time remake will include loading screens to preserve the original game's essence. During a gameplay demonstration at the game's 40th anniversary direct, series producer Eiji Aonuma revealed that loading screens would occur whenever players moved between areas, such as from Kokiri Forest to Hyrule Field.

The loading screens are brief, only lasting a few seconds and consisting of a black screen and a Triforce logo. While some fans appreciate the nostalgic touch, others are divided on the decision, with some finding it silly and confusing.

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