All New Story of Zelda Game Rumors and Leaks Explained (May 2026)

Nintendo has yet to officially announce the next flagship The Legend of Zelda game, but that hasn't stopped the rumor mill from being unusually active in May 2026. between claims Ocarina of Time Remake for Nintendo Switch 2 And possibly new 2D Zelda The game, which is targeting a 2027 launch, might have some big things in store for fans of the franchise.

For now, though, every new one The Legend of Zelda The game claim should still be treated as a rumor and nothing more. Nintendo's currently known Switch 2 lineup already includes games Star Fox, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Splatoon Raidersand Symbol of Fire: The Weave of FateBut not new Zelda The game has been officially revealed. It has been confirmed recently Star Fox Made a special one Zelda The rumor is pretty hard to ignore, especially since the game was allegedly part of the same big leak that was mentioned. Ocarina of Time Coming back to Switch 2.

The Ocarina of Time remake is the biggest Zelda rumor right now

the most prominent Zelda A rumor going around now claims The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Nintendo is getting a full remake for Switch 2. The rumor gained traction earlier this year when leaker NateTheHate claimed in a video on his YouTube channel that Nintendo was preparing one. Ocarina of Time Remake for the second half of the year. At the time, rumors were interesting but still easy to keep at arm's length, eg Zelda Reports of classic games returning to modern hardware have burned fans several times.

What has changed, though, is the context surrounding the leak. NateTheHate also made a new claim Star Fox The game was coming to the Switch 2, and Nintendo has now officially revealed it Star Fox For a June 25, 2026 release. Judging by what was shown at the time Star Fox Direct, the new game is essentially a remake Star Fox 64 and also includes upgraded visuals, redesigned characters, online multiplayer, mouse controls, and support for the N64 controller. It does not necessarily confirm it Ocarina of Time Rumors, but that means at least one major part of the leak is involved Star Fox Now verified.

While this is still nothing more than a rumor, the timing really makes sense. Ocarina of Time One of the most important games in Nintendo's history, ZeldaThe 40th anniversary was earlier this year, and live-action The Legend of Zelda The movie is currently slated for a May 7, 2027 theatrical release. In other words, Nintendo has every reason to put the franchise in the spotlight, even if it doesn't actually prove that a Ocarina of Time The remake is indeed happening.

The newest leak claims Ocarina of Time is being rebuilt from scratch

There is another element Ocarina of Time The remake rumor comes from Nash Weedle, who claims that the alleged remake is more ambitious than a simple HD remaster. According to rumors, the game is being rebuilt from scratch, is estimated to be in development since 2022, Monolith Soft may be involved, and before the launch in late 2026 which may be revealed during the Nintendo Direct.

Linked to the same claim is the rumor Ocarina of Time The remake can be divided into two parts, as is the fashion Final Fantasy 7 Remake A trilogy, one part of which revolves around the child link and the other around the adult link. However, this is a claim that fans should take with more of a grain of salt than the rest, as releasing a supposed remake in that format could ruin the experience, as the original game is built around the relationship between the two time periods. With Nintendo being fully aware, this part of the rumor feels most unlikely.

A new 2D Zelda game is planned for 2027

Second Chief Zelda Rumors point in an entirely different direction. Rather than another remake, it suggests Nintendo and Grezzo are co-developing a new 2D Zelda Game for Switch 2. This claim also comes from Nash Weedle, who mentioned the game in a recent podcast and said it was codenamed “Bernard”. Richard and Edward are reportedly codenames that were given Link's Awakening Remake and An echo of wisdomWhich has led to even more speculation, especially involving the game's protagonist.

There have been suggestions that another 2D Zelda The game may feature Ganondorf in a major playable or hero-like role. That would obviously be a big departure for the series, especially the following An echo of wisdomwhich has already broken with tradition by having Zelda in the lead role. However, it appears to be a notion based around the game's rumored codename, Bernard. The idea is that Grezo codenamed each project after a European king, Richard, a king known for his courage, was the codename. Link's Awakening and codename for Edward, a king known for his wisdom An echo of wisdom.

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With Link having the Triforce of Courage and Zelda having the Triforce of Wisdom, that leaves Ganondorf, who repeatedly possesses the Triforce of Power throughout the series. King Bernard of Italy was not known for his absolute power, but he was a deposed king who rebelled against the royal succession order. That alone can fit Zelda The story of Ganondorf being interested in being a king of Hyrule before he became a monster.

Zelda's next few years may be busier than they look

That's why these rumors are getting so much attention ZeldaThe official future of is now unusually open. Tears of the Kingdom Starting in 2023, An echo of wisdom Followed in 2024, and live-action The Legend of Zelda The movie is slated for release in 2027. Between those milestones, the Nintendo Switch 2 still needs its first major Zelda the moment

That moment could be one Ocarina of Time A remake, a new 2D game, or something Nintendo has managed to hide completely. For now, the Ocarina of Time The remake is rumored with the most momentum, mainly because Star Fox Connection. 2 d Zelda The rumor is certainly interesting, but it is more mysterious and less concrete. Until Nintendo makes an official announcement, the safest conclusion is that Zelda There's plenty for fans to see, but nothing new to indulge in. However, it feels like a flagship Switch 2 Zelda Revelation may be on the horizon, as time seems almost perfect.

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issued

November 21, 1998

ESRB

E10+ For everyone 10+: Animated blood, fantasy violence, suggestive themes

developer(s)

Nintendo

Publisher(s)

Nintendo

Engine

Zelda 64 Engine

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