{
  "id": 18116220,
  "title": "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Review",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-review",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-04T11:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-review-remake"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is a modern interpretation that adds depth to the classic game through its rich art style and expanded dialogue. Written by a returning fan and newcomer alike, this 30-hour adventure has captured my imagination and left me eager to explore every nook and cranny. As you follow Link's quest to stop the evil Ganondorf and save Hyrule, you'll be drawn into a world filled with the beauty of Hyrule's classic design mixed with the movement and presentation of its more recent games.\n\nThe game features Link's journey through time, allowing you to swap between child and adult versions of Link, each in a familiar but radically changed world. This time travel mechanic is interesting to this day and adds a fresh twist to the traditional Zelda formula. Along the way, you'll encounter tons of secrets, side quests, and gold spiders to find off the main path.\n\nFrom quaint towns to creepy dungeons to warmly-lit fields, Hyrule has carved a permanent place in my mind. The attention to detail is astounding, with Link taking a breath and moving his fingers when playing the ocarina, Bombchu explosives depicted as wind-up toys, and grass that blends naturally into the surroundings. The game runs at a solid 60 fps, and the sound is fantastic, with Koji Kondo's original soundtrack performed by a talented small group of musicians.\n\nLink's animations are packed with endearing detail, such as him watching his step when running down stairs and covering his face when walking through tall grass. He also has charming reactions, like overheating in the volcanic Death Mountain Crater without the right gear, or his tunic catching on fire. The story is beautifully framed, with important moments such as the opening seamlessly transitioning from Link sleeping to his nightmare in Hyrule Field.\n\nDespite being a silent protagonist, Link's adorable facial expressions tell you everything he's thinking, making each scene enjoyable. The controls feel immediately familiar to Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, with Link now being able to freely dash and jump at the press of a button. This transforms careful tightrope sequences into snappy platforming, and your main weapon is still your sword, with combat feeling great as you learn each enemy's behaviors and swiftly sidestep or backflip away.\n\nOverall, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time provides an exceptional experience, whether you're a returning fan or a newcomer. The game's presentation has brought me even closer to this story than before, leaving me eager to play again and discover even more of its best-kept secrets.",
  "summary": "A beautiful retelling of a legend and a rich adventure that stands on its own.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}