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  "id": 6299779,
  "title": "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Is Up for Preorder",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-is-up-for-preorder",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-08T15:41:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-where-to-buy"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake is up for preorder, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2. This highly anticipated remake, set to launch on November 5, boasts improved visuals and playability on both TV and portable modes. Fans can preorder the game now, with options for both physical and digital copies available at the Nintendo Store and Nintendo eShop. The physical copy retails for $69.99, while the digital version is priced at $59.99. Nintendo's standard pricing practice for this console generation sees a $10 difference between physical and digital editions. For those preferring a cartridge, the full game is included with physical copies. Recent Switch 2 exclusive titles like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Switch Sports Resort have also offered $10 price cuts on physical versions ahead of launch, with Amazon and Walmart following suit. Upon release, these prices are expected to return to their original $10 premium for physical copies. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake is a full reimagining of the iconic 1998 Nintendo 64 game, promising an enhanced experience for both home and on-the-go play.",
  "summary": "Preorders are live for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake for Nintendo Switch 2 – and once again, physical copies cost $10 more than digital.",
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        "outlet": "XDA Developers",
        "title": "Nintendo's stunning Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake looks like a childhood dream come true",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/nintendos-stunning-zelda-ocarina-of-time-switch-2-remake-looks-like-a",
        "published": "2026-09-08T14:20:54.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Polygon",
        "title": "'Legend of Zelda' Switch 2 and Controllers Officially Revealed by Nintendo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/legend-of-zelda-switch-2-and-controllers-officially-revealed-by",
        "published": "2026-09-08T14:31:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "IGN",
        "title": "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Amiibo Reveal Includes Young Link and Young Zelda Figures",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-amiibo-reveal-includes",
        "published": "2026-09-08T14:41:25.000Z"
      },
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        "outlet": "Creative Bloq",
        "title": "This is what Nintendo's Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake actually looks like on Switch 2",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/this-is-what-nintendos-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-actually-looks",
        "published": "2026-09-08T15:25:09.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Mashable",
        "title": "4 things we learned from the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Nintendo Direct",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/4-things-we-learned-from-the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-nintendo",
        "published": "2026-09-08T15:33:39.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CNET",
        "title": "Nintendo Reveals Ocarina of Time Remake Release Date, a Zelda Switch 2 and a Real Ocarina",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/nintendo-reveals-ocarina-of-time-remake-release-date-a-zelda-switch-2",
        "published": "2026-09-08T16:09:09.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "TechRadar",
        "title": "The physical edition of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Nintendo Switch 2 is getting limited-time 'textured foil packaging' — here's where to preorder now",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/the-physical-edition-of-the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-on",
        "published": "2026-09-08T16:13:15.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "TechSpot",
        "title": "The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time remake arrives on Switch 2 November 5",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-arrives-on-switch-2",
        "published": "2026-09-08T17:54:00.000Z"
      }
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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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