Ethan Crossfield 
Nintendo has unveiled a new Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller celebrating The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary. Inspired by The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, the controller combines a distinctive black-and-green design with gold detailing and launches October 29, giving fans a themed accessory ahead of the remake's November 5 release.
What happened
The new controller was presented during a Zelda-focused Nintendo Direct alongside a special-edition Nintendo Switch 2 and a matching carrying case. Its design uses one black grip and one green grip, gold trigger buttons, and a gold faceplate marked with Zelda's Hylian Crest. Nintendo also included a small pixel-style Link reference on the back, connecting the modern hardware to the series' earliest games.
The special-edition console follows the same visual direction, pairing two green Joy-Con controllers with Triforce accents. Fans who buy the Pro Controller through the Nintendo Store can also receive a limited-edition Zelda-themed controller stand.
Why it matters
This is only the third known Switch 2 Pro Controller variant released so far, following the standard model and a Resident Evil Requiem edition. It is also the first special-edition Switch 2 Pro Controller built around a first-party Nintendo franchise. That gives the Zelda release added importance beyond its collectible appeal.
Nintendo has a long history of using Zelda for themed hardware. The original Nintendo Switch received a Tears of the Kingdom Pro Controller in 2023, but this new model takes a more colorful approach than the minimalist Resident Evil Requiem design. The result is an accessory aimed squarely at series fans and collectors while remaining relevant to players preparing for the remake.
What to watch next
The Ocarina of Time remake's November 5 launch will determine how closely the controller's appeal is tied to the game itself. The remake adds several notable control and exploration changes, including button-based jumping, free camera movement in areas such as Castle Town, and a microphone feature that lets players hum melodies for ocarina songs.
The controller will also support scanning amiibo figures. Nintendo announced Young Link and Young Zelda amiibo based on the remake, although those figures are not scheduled to arrive until 2027. Other anniversary announcements include a LEGO Link and Epona set and a new worldwide concert tour, expanding the celebration beyond games and hardware.
Key details for Zelda fans
- The Pro Controller launches on October 29.
- The Ocarina of Time remake follows on November 5.
- The design features black and green grips, gold controls, and the Hylian Crest.
- A limited-edition Zelda controller stand is available with Nintendo Store purchases.
- Young Link and Young Zelda amiibo are planned for 2027.
Expert View
The controller is a strong anniversary product because it links recognizable Zelda history with the Switch 2's newest software showcase. Its unusual color scheme gives it more personality than a routine logo-branded accessory, while the launch timing makes it an appealing companion for players entering the remake. The bigger signal is Nintendo's willingness to expand Switch 2 hardware variants around major first-party releases, a strategy that can turn marquee games into broader collectible events.
