Aisaka Taiga
- Nintendo may be preparing a special Legend of Zelda Switch 2 console and Pro Controller as part of its 40th anniversary celebration, with Ocarina of Time Reborn expected to lead the festivities.
- Could Nintendo be going even bigger than a controller?
- That has many fans expecting some kind of announcement before summer comes to a close.
Nintendo may be preparing a special Legend of Zelda Switch 2 console and Pro Controller as part of its 40th anniversary celebration, with Ocarina of Time Reborn expected to lead the festivities.
Something exciting could be brewing for Zelda fans. As The Legend of Zelda nears its 40th anniversary, new speculations claim that Nintendo isn’t simply going to celebrate with Ocarina of Time Reborn. The business might also be preparing to launch a unique Zelda-themed Switch 2 console and Pro Controller, giving fans even more reasons to anticipate the anniversary.
A lot of the conjecture leans towards a Nintendo Direct or Zelda-focused event in the next few weeks. If that is indeed the case, it could finally clarify some of the major issues about Ocarina of Time Reborn, including its release date, playability, and price. The game is currently rumored to launch in November, meaning Nintendo would likely want to begin its marketing campaign soon if those plans are accurate.
The hardware rumors have generated just as much buzz as the game itself. Sources also indicate Nintendo has created a special Switch 2 Pro Controller to mark the franchise's 40th anniversary. The video says the controller is influenced not only by Ocarina of Time but the Legend of Zelda franchise as a whole.
If that’s the real deal, it sounds like something longtime fans would love. The controller is rumored to include green grips with gold accents and the traditional Triforce logo prominently placed between the Plus and Minus buttons. Nothing has been officially revealed, but the reported design already has collectors talking.
Could Nintendo be going even bigger than a controller?
According to the sources, there are also claims that a full Zelda-themed Switch 2 console is in development. But Nintendo could be preparing a whole system, not just a limited-edition controller, complete with a bespoke dock and specially designed Joy-Cons with artwork and emblems from the classic series.
That would be the perfect timing to coincide with a milestone as big as Zelda’s 40th anniversary. Rather than tying everything to a single game, Nintendo could celebrate the franchise's history as a whole while using Ocarina of Time Reborn as the headline release.
The rumors don't end with the console, either. More Zelda merchandise could be on the way, including themed accessories and collectibles.
Fans have already spotted early previews of anniversary figures, leading many to believe Nintendo has a much larger product lineup waiting behind the scenes. The timing also makes sense. If Ocarina of Time Reborn is really arriving in November, Nintendo would likely want several months to build excitement, reveal gameplay, and open pre-orders.
That has many fans expecting some kind of announcement before summer comes to a close.
For Nintendo, this anniversary is a huge opportunity. Mario has been in the spotlight for quite some time, and now it may finally be Zelda's turn to take center stage. A beloved remake paired with exclusive hardware could easily become one of the company's biggest holiday releases.
Of course, none of this has been officially proven ,so we will have to see if these are just rumors. But the claims are rising, and now the fans have their ears pricked for what Nintendo might bring out next. If a Zelda celebration really is on the horizon, what other surprises could still be waiting in Hyrule?
