Frequently asked
Which Zelda to play first, whether the Switch 2 Edition upgrade is worth it, when the Ocarina of Time remake came out and when the movie arrives, and how many shrines Tears of the Kingdom has.
Which Zelda game should I play first in 2026?
On Switch 2, start with Breath of the Wild (Switch 2 Edition) and go straight into Tears of the Kingdom — they share the same Hyrule and Tears of the Kingdom assumes you know it. If you want classic 3D Zelda first, the Ocarina of Time remake has been out on Switch 2 since November 5, 2026.
Is the Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition upgrade worth it?
The $9.99 upgrade pack (free with Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack) adds smoother frame rates, faster loading, higher resolution with HDR, a second save slot and the Zelda Notes app features. If you play on a Switch 2 at all, yes.
When did the Ocarina of Time remake come out?
It launched on November 5, 2026, on Nintendo Switch 2. It is a full remake of the 1998 Nintendo 64 game, with new graphics and improved usability, and it supports ZELDA NOTES.
Can I play the Ocarina of Time remake on the original Switch?
No. Nintendo's store page describes it as reborn exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
How many shrines are in Tears of the Kingdom?
152 — 120 on the surface and 32 in the sky. Every four Lights of Blessing can be exchanged at a Goddess Statue for one heart container or one stamina vessel.
When is the Zelda movie coming out?
April 30, 2027 worldwide, moved up from May 7, 2027 by Shigeru Miyamoto in May 2026. Wes Ball directs, filming wrapped in April 2026, and there is no trailer yet.