The Legend of Zelda has been on a roll in the last decade, starting with its debut Tears of the Kingdom Through the release of the second LEGO Ocarina of Time set earlier this year. For a franchise that likes to take its time between releases, or at least before it, it seems like a few months can't go by without some new Zelda thing popping up. 2026 is no different, with plenty of reasons for Zelda fans to be excited. But undoubtedly the greatest The Legend of Zelda This year's releases are still on the way.
The Legend of Zelda gets the remake treatment on Switch 2
Without question, one of the biggest releases of the year The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake. Rumored for a few months, the remake was officially revealed during the June Nintendo Direct with a very minimal trailer. We didn't get to see any gameplay, UI elements, or really get a true sense of the art style beyond a brief glimpse at Child Link in his Kokiri Forest home. Presumably, there's more to show for the game, and fans won't have to wait too long, because The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Targeting a release date of 2026.
While many are ignoring the 2026 Games Grand Theft Auto 6And the rush of September in the process, The Legend of Zelda: OoT Remake Sounds like the type of game that could claim its own in November. Of course, there's always the possibility that the game will be delayed – a release window without any gameplay is confusing – but right now, it should be counted among the most anticipated games yet to be released in 2026.
In addition to this The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time RemakeNintendo also has at least one other Zelda release set for later this year. It might not have the same whizz-bang appeal that a remake of one of the biggest video games of all time does, but there are plenty of fans who will be lining up to pick up this next release.
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Mineru's build gets the Nintendo Amiibo treatment
In September, Nintendo will release Mineru's Construct Amiibo, which Tears of the Kingdom Fans will know that as one of the best Zonai creations within the game. Nintendo was smart about saving the construct for later in the game – depending on how you played – but it was a real highlight when you unlocked it. However, given how cool and amazing Mineru's constructs are, it makes sense why Nintendo didn't want to release the amiibo in time for 2015. Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomprojection of Now that much of that time has passed, Amiibo can get its time to shine.
Zelda fans got to spend a lot of time with Mineru and learn some of her backstory as part of it Hyrule Warriors: Age of ImprisonmentThe Dynasty Warriors-style hack-and-slash spin-off that released last year. And if they pick up Mineru's Construct Amiibo, they'll unlock special items Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdomor Age of imprisonment.
New release for while The Legend of Zelda Used as a generational phenomenon, Nintendo has locked into a release cadence that keeps the franchise regularly on the minds of fans, much like Pokemon. We get side stories, spin-offs, remakes, and branded merchandise, while the core team works on follow-ups. Tears of the KingdomWhich is said to be another departure for the franchise.
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There have been some great moments as of late, but 2026 could be one of the best years for it The Legend of Zelda Although not a mainline release, in recent memory. Ocarina of Time The LEGO set is a more affordable offering with some really great minifigs, that Mineru's Construct Amiibo is the right kind of unique bridge that Nintendo likes to do with its figures, and Ocarina of Time remake is a fantastic conclusion for The Legend of Zelda40th anniversary year.
But it doesn't stop there. It will be released next year The Legend of Zelda A live action movie, which has been a long time coming. And there is at least one other LEGO Zelda set rumored to be in the works.
