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  "id": 18373165,
  "title": "‘The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time’ Drops for Nintendo Switch 2: Here’s Where to Shop the Remake Online",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-drops-for-nintendo-switch-2-heres",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-05T20:46:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Billboard",
    "slug": "billboard",
    "url": "https://www.billboard.com/culture/product-recommendations/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-nintendo-switch-2-buy-online-1236374760/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "\"The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time\" has been remade for the Nintendo Switch 2, introducing the iconic game to a new generation of players. The remake is available with prices starting at $59.99 for a digital download, or $69.99 for a physical copy, with options to purchase either on Best Buy, Walmart, Amazon or other retailers starting from Thursday, November 5.\n\nAlthough the story, gameplay, and puzzles remain largely the same as the original Nintendo 64 release, the remake boasts enhanced modern graphics, voiced cutscenes, expanded dialogue, symphonic orchestral music, and other quality-of-life upgrades.\n\nThe Ocarina, an ancient wind instrument, plays a pivotal role in the game. Players can use it to solve puzzles, warp to different parts of the map, control time, and other mechanics. For those who don't have the console's microphone, a dedicated Ocarina of Time controller is also available for $49.99 at Best Buy.\n\nMembers of the My Best Buy program can enjoy free shipping to their home, otherwise a minimum spend of $35 is required for free shipping. Alternatively, customers can choose free in-store pickup at their local Best Buy. Signing up for a free My Best Buy Membership provides members with exclusive deals, easy order tracking, convenient checkout, and personalized shopping among other perks.",
  "summary": "Starting on Thursday, Nov. 5, you can revisit Hyrule with the new Zelda remake.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 7,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "NPR",
        "title": "Review: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is superb, streamlined and safe",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/review-the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-is-superb",
        "published": "2026-11-03T11:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CBC News",
        "title": "Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time's gorgeous remake retains the original's soul",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-times-gorgeous-remake-retains-the",
        "published": "2026-11-04T11:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Handelsblatt",
        "title": "Played: Hey, listen!: \"Zelda: Ocarina of Time\" is back",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/angespielt-hey-hor-zu-zelda-ocarina-of-time-ist-zuruck",
        "published": "2026-11-04T11:00:08.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Toronto Sun",
        "title": "A worthy Zelda remake proves ‘Ocarina of Time’ is still a masterpiece",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/a-worthy-zelda-remake-proves-ocarina-of-time-is-still-a-masterpiece",
        "published": "2026-11-04T12:36:28.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Nintendo producer ‘all nervous’ as Zelda classic remake hits shelves",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/nintendo-producer-all-nervous-as-zelda-classic-remake-hits-shelves",
        "published": "2026-11-05T09:27:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Variety",
        "title": "What ‘Legend of Zelda’ Superfan Jon Batiste Thinks of ‘Ocarina of Time’ Remake and the Game’s Iconic Score",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/what-legend-of-zelda-superfan-jon-batiste-thinks-of-ocarina-of-time",
        "published": "2026-11-05T19:13:33.000Z"
      }
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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."
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