# The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary celebrations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/the-legend-of-zelda-40th-anniversary-celebrations > Updated: 2026-10-26T18:55:26.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2. The Legend of Zelda franchise is marking its 40th anniversary through various musical and commercial events. Initial celebrations included a symphonic concert titled ‘VG Play: Concierto del Tiempo’, performed by the Camerata del Pacífico, which featured orchestral arrangements of music from the series. During this period, fan developers were also noted for working on an HD-2D reimagining of ‘A Link to the Past’. Nintendo has commenced the release of the Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 console, which features a special gold and green design with pixelated silhouettes of Link and Zelda. The limited edition hardware, including a matching Pro Controller and carrying case, is scheduled to launch on October 29, 2026. In Japan, the console is priced at 62,980 yen. Due to high demand, many major retailers have reported being sold out shortly after launch, though some regions, such as Mexico, have listed the console for sale through Bodega Aurrerá. A remake of ‘The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time’ is scheduled for an exclusive release on Nintendo Switch 2 on November 5, 2026. Technical details suggest a significant file size of approximately 27 GB, which is larger than previous entries like ‘Breath of the Wild’ and ‘Tears of the Kingdom’. The remake features overhauled visuals, symphonic music, voiced cutscenes, and expanded dialogue. A notable new feature allows players to use the console’s built-in microphone to hum melodies or play instruments to control Link’s in-game ocarina. To celebrate the release, retailers including Best Buy, GameStop, Nintendo New York, and Nintendo San Francisco have planned midnight launch events. Additionally, Lawson in Japan is hosting promotional campaigns, including a collaboration starting November 3 offering limited edition clear files and themed decorations. ## Claims - The Ocarina of Time remake has received a USK 12 age rating. (disputed) - The ESRB assigned the Ocarina of Time remake a rating of 10+. (disputed) - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake launches on November 5. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 console and Pro Controller launched on October 29, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Nintendo NY and Nintendo San Francisco will host midnight launch events for the game. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Ocarina of Time remake is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Midnight launch attendees must make reservations via Warp Pipe Pass. (single source) - The Ocarina of Time remake features a microphone-based mechanic for playing the ocarina. (single source) - The Zelda 40th Anniversary console is priced at 62,980 yen in Japan. (single source) - The Ocarina of Time remake requires approximately 27 GB of storage space. (single source) - Lawson will host a Zelda campaign in Japan starting November 3, 2026. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Nintendo releases Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 hardware and Ocarina of Time remake Nintendo has released the Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, with the Ocarina of Time remake set to launch exclusively for the new console on November 5, 2026. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nintendo-announces-zelda-40th-anniversary-hardware-and-ocarina-of-time-remake ### 2026-10-24: The Legend of Zelda celebrates 40th anniversary with symphonic concert The Legend of Zelda marks 40 years with a symphonic concert by Camerata del Pacífico and ongoing fan interest in HD-2D remakes of classic titles. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-legend-of-zelda-celebrates-40th-anniversary-with-symphonic-concert --- Cite as: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary celebrations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/the-legend-of-zelda-40th-anniversary-celebrations