Nintendo Unveils 1998 Ocarina of Time Remake for Switch 2

Q: With its 2026 lineup revealed, what major titles will Nintendo launch in early 2027 to maintain console momentum?

The clearest major title expected to carry Nintendo into early 2027 is a new 3D Mario game. That expectation comes from multiple reports cited in the additional material, including claims from NateTheHate and VGC that Nintendo is holding its next flagship 3D Mario for 2027 rather than placing it in the already crowded 2026 lineup. If accurate, it would be Nintendo’s biggest early-2027 system seller and a logical follow-up after the company uses late 2026 for titles such as the Ocarina of Time remake, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and major third-party support. Beyond Mario, Pokémon is also positioned to help sustain momentum. The material says Pokémon Winds and Waves is not due until 2027, making it another likely pillar for the early part of that year or soon after. Nintendo is also extending Pokémon Pokopia through a paid Expansion Pass that runs into 2027, which can help fill gaps between full releases. There is less certainty around other candidates. The Duskbloods still has no release date beyond a summer 2026 network test, so it could slip into 2027, but that remains unconfirmed. Community chatter also points to a possible Star Fox revival, yet that appears speculative rather than firmly scheduled. Based on what is currently reported, Nintendo’s most important early-2027 momentum play looks to be a new 3D Mario, with Pokémon support likely close behind.

3 articles · Updated · Engadget · Jun 9

Later this year, Nintendo will release a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2, confirming months of speculation with a brief Nintendo Direct trailer.
The footage showed no gameplay, but pointed to a top-to-bottom visual overhaul; Nintendo has not yet disclosed pricing, added content or a firmer launch date.
The remake revisits Zelda's first 3D entry, originally released on Nintendo 64 in 1998 and still widely regarded as one of the series' defining games.
Ocarina of Time has already appeared on 3DS, Wii, Wii U and Switch through Nintendo Switch Online, while any similar remake for Majora's Mask remains unannounced.