Nintendo fans are anticipating a November release for the rumored The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on the Switch 2, potentially coinciding with the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6. This speculation stems from the release date of a new pair of amiibo figurines, which are slated for November 11.
Historically, Nintendo has often released amiibo figures on the same day as new game launches, even if the amiibo and games are unrelated. This practice may be a logistical measure to reduce shipping costs by consolidating physical item shipments. Fans have previously used this pattern to accurately predict unannounced Nintendo game release dates. For example, the Mineru's Construct amiibo was dated before Fortunes' Weave, and Meta Knight and Shadow Star amiibo preceded Pokopia's release.
The amiibo in question are the Sword Kirby and Dragoon, and the Noir Dedede and Hydra sets, both scheduled for November 11. Following the established pattern, fans believe this date will also mark the release of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Currently, Grand Theft Auto 6 is the only other major title officially announced for November, with its release set for November 19. This creates a scenario where two highly anticipated, albeit very different, games could launch head-to-head.
Nintendo has maintained a cadence of releasing significant titles monthly, with Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave arriving on September 17 and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort on October 22. Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is confirmed for December 3. The company has yet to officially announce any game for November, leaving the release date for the Ocarina of Time remake unconfirmed.
Despite the direct competition, fans suggest that Nintendo is one of the few publishers capable of making an impact when launching against a blockbuster like GTA 6. The immense anticipation for Ocarina of Time, coupled with the theory that it will appeal to a different demographic than GTA 6, supports this idea. Furthermore, GTA 6 will not be available on any Nintendo platforms.
Nintendo is expected to formally announce the release date for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time later this year, possibly coinciding with celebrations for the franchise's 40th anniversary. Fans also hope for a trailer for the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda movie and potentially an announcement of the series' next original title during this period.