Ethan Crossfield 
Nintendo’s latest Zelda reveal extends beyond the Ocarina of Time remake itself. Alongside the new trailer, gameplay demonstration, and release information, Nintendo confirmed collectible amiibo based on the game’s younger heroes and a special Nintendo Switch 2 package celebrating The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary. The console and related accessories arrive first, while the amiibo are planned for a later release.
Young Link and Young Zelda amiibo are planned for 2027
The new amiibo depict Young Link and Young Zelda, reflecting the early portion of Ocarina of Time. Nintendo says scanning the figures will unlock special masks for Link to use in the remake. The announcement does not explain whether those masks are purely cosmetic or have a direct effect on gameplay, so their broader function remains unclear.
Their 2027 window places the figures well after the Zelda-themed hardware launches. Nintendo has not provided additional details about availability or pricing in the revealed information.
Zelda-themed Switch 2 hardware arrives on October 29
The more immediate addition is a special-edition Nintendo Switch 2 tied to Zelda’s 40th anniversary. The package includes a themed console, matching Joy-Con 2 controllers, and a decorated dock. Nintendo is also releasing a coordinated Switch 2 Pro Controller and carrying case.
All of these products are scheduled for October 29, one week before the Ocarina of Time remake launches. The release gives Nintendo a way to make the anniversary visible at retail while placing the new hardware directly ahead of one of its biggest upcoming Switch 2 games.
Exclusive store display adds another collector item
Nintendo stores in New York and San Francisco will offer the Switch 2 Pro Controller with a special display stand. That arrangement is separate from the broader October 29 hardware rollout and gives collectors an additional version of the accessory to seek out.
The remake itself is a Switch 2 exclusive and is scheduled to launch in November. Nintendo’s reveal therefore connects three parts of the franchise celebration: new game content, character-based collectibles, and anniversary hardware.
Key points
- Young Link and Young Zelda amiibo are scheduled for 2027.
- Scanning the figures unlocks special masks for Link.
- The Zelda-themed Switch 2 bundle and accessories launch October 29.
- Ocarina of Time is a Switch 2 exclusive arriving in November.
Confirmed Zelda products and timing
| Product | Timing | Confirmed details |
|---|---|---|
| Young Link amiibo | 2027 | Unlocks a special in-game mask for Link |
| Young Zelda amiibo | 2027 | Unlocks a special in-game mask for Link |
| Zelda-themed Switch 2 package | October 29 | Includes themed console, dock, and Joy-Con 2 controllers |
| Switch 2 Pro Controller and carrying case | October 29 | Part of the Zelda 40th anniversary accessory range |
| Ocarina of Time remake | November | Switch 2 exclusive |
Expert View
The announcement signals a broad anniversary strategy rather than a single game launch. Nintendo is pairing a major Switch 2 exclusive with hardware and collectibles that can appeal to both players and long-time Zelda fans. For the community, the unresolved question is how meaningful the amiibo masks will be in-game; their value could depend on whether they offer gameplay utility or remain primarily cosmetic.
