Walmart customers have reported the ability to secure a substantial $20 discount on preorders for the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2. This potential saving brings the price down from the physical edition's manufacturer's suggested retail price of $69.99 to $49.88.
While Walmart and Amazon are already offering the game at $10 off its MSRP, multiple reports suggest a further $10 reduction is achievable at Walmart by using the promo code SAVE3X. This code was successfully applied by one staff member, reducing the preorder cost significantly. However, other attempts to use the code were unsuccessful, indicating that the promotion's applicability may vary widely among shoppers.
Reports indicate that customers who have successfully used the code often selected "delivery" or "pickup" options rather than standard "shipping." There is also speculation that SAVE3X might be intended as a "new customer code" for Walmart, typically applicable to a customer's first three online purchases. However, anecdotal evidence suggests it has been used by existing customers as well, adding to the uncertainty of its eligibility criteria.
Even without the additional discount, securing the physical copy for $10 below MSRP is presented as a notable perk. Nintendo has a practice of pricing digital editions of new Switch 2 releases at $59.99 and physical copies at $69.99. Retailers like Walmart and Amazon have frequently offered physical versions at or below the digital price point, particularly as a preorder incentive. This trend has been observed with other Switch 2 exclusives, such as Star Fox, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and Switch Sports Resort, with prices often reverting to MSRP after the game's launch.
For those opting for a physical edition of Ocarina of Time, a further convenience is noted: the game will be supplied entirely on the cartridge, eliminating the need for a separate game key card. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is scheduled for release on November 5, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. Preorders are currently live and have reportedly seen high demand.