Can the Zelda remake capture the magic of the original?
Nintendo has released its remake of what is considered one of the best games ever made - the BBC's Tom Gerken gives his verdict.
Nintendo finally unveils the remake of the classic game, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on November 5, 2026. The critically acclaimed remake has received a Metacritic score of 96, which puts it in the mid-20s according to Metacritic's all-time list. Despite its high score, the remake's success is not solely attributed to the score.
The game's legacy, initial reception, development team, and the anticipation surrounding its release all contribute to the excitement. The original game holds the record for the highest Metacritic score, making it the best-rated game ever, and its influence on later game designers is significant. The remake maintains a score of 96 with four times more reviews than the original received in 1998.
The game's innovations, such as Z-targeting, context-sensitive buttons, and automatic jumps, have shaped modern 3D games.
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