Nintendo confirms no delays for Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake while touting strong sales of Switch platforms.
In an otherwise quiet week for Nintendo news, the reaffirmation of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake’s scheduled release for late 2026 stands out. As reported by My Nintendo News, Nintendo has confirmed in its latest investor report that the highly anticipated title is still on track, suggesting development is proceeding smoothly. This was a key concern for fans given the game’s importance to Nintendo’s lineup and the lack of a specific release date.
Strong Hardware Sales and Game Performance
Nintendo’s financial health remains robust as My Nintendo News detailed updated sales figures. The original Nintendo Switch continues its strong legacy, having sold over 156.59 million units. Its successor, the Nintendo Switch 2, is no slouch either, with sales reaching over 23.68 million units by June 30, 2026. These figures reflect not only robust consumer interest but also the success of Nintendo’s strategic planning in extending the Switch brand across generations.
In other game-related updates, Nintendo Life covered recent improvements to Final Fantasy XIV Online on the Switch 2. Square Enix’s update aims to address previously reported loading issues and enhances touch screen functionality, illustrating both developer commitment to post-launch support and Nintendo’s platform strengths.
Development Insights: Pokémon and Yoshi
On the development front, insights into new game directions were shared this week. An interview covered by Nintendo Everything highlighted why Ditto was selected as the protagonist for the upcoming Pokémon Pokopia. Developer intent was to leverage Ditto’s transformative abilities to provide unique gameplay experiences, setting the game apart from typical franchise entries dominated by more popular Pokémon.
Another interesting development tidbit comes from the team behind Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, who discussed the game’s originally planned difficulty settings, as reported by Nintendo Everything. Initially, Yoshi was supposed to sustain damage, but the team shifted focus away from difficulty to ensure a more accessible and enjoyable gaming experience for players.
THQ Nordic’s Showcase
In the wider context of Nintendo’s ecosystem, THQ Nordic’s 2026 showcase aired several announcements and trailers covering upcoming releases for both the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. As noted by Nintendo Life, this included new DLC and unannounced titles still in development, maintaining a robust slate of third-party support across Nintendo platforms.
