Could a Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake be exciting enough to revitalize Switch 2 hardware sales? That was the big question. And early sales figures suggest the answer is yes, it can.
The Switch 2, whose hardware sales have declined in recent months, just had its highest sales week (in dollars) of 2026 in the United States following the game’s release, according to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella on Bluesky.
The accompanying Legend of Zelda: 40th Anniversary Edition console, in particular, is responsible for a notable increase in dollar sales of Switch 2 hardware. The special edition themed console has been popular, with various retailers immediately going out of stock and increasing scalping.
It’s worth noting that The Legend of Zelda: 40th Anniversary Edition console, priced at $520/£430, does not include a copy of the game. Additionally, as the console was released on October 29 and the Ocarina of Time remake on November 5, their sales results will appear in separate monthly reports.
The launch of Ocarina of Time also caused U.S. hardware spending to jump 81% in the week ending October 31 compared to the same period last year.
Christian Donlan gave The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time five stars in Eurogamer’s review, writing: “It’s Ocarina as it always was, as timeless and complex, but it also has a dynamism and clarity that makes it feel like it was just made last Wednesday.”
If you’re currently enjoying the remake, Eurogamer’s Ocarina of Time walkthrough is a useful companion with general tips, a guide to items and collectibles, quest walkthroughs, and much more.
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