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Not all Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake devs have played the N64 original, series producer says – but "it's thanks to these young people" it was made
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake producer Eiji Aonuma stated that it was beneficial for some younger developers on the project to not have played the original Nintendo 64 game. He believes their fresh perspectives help modernize the game and make it more accessible. Aonuma also mentioned his interest in seeing what younger staff will imagine for future Zelda titles.
Japan’s best-selling games of September 2026 – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave on top
Famitsu data reveals Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave was Japan's best-selling game in September 2026, selling over 153,000 copies. Nintendo led publisher sales, while the Nintendo Switch 2 topped hardware sales for the month.
Nintendo Download – October 29, 2026 (Europe)
The European Nintendo Download for the week of October 29, 2026, features a variety of new titles for the Nintendo Switch. Retail releases include Hello Kitty Party Land, One Piece: Grand Gourmet, and Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest, among others. Digital downloads offer games such as Cities: Skylines – Expanded Edition, Minecraft, and Joe & Mac Retro Collection.
Games Inbox: What is the best game of 2026 that’s not GTA 6?
This collection of reader letters discusses potential Game of the Year contenders for 2026, the possibility of Grand Theft Auto 6 having a troubled launch, and concerns about AI's impact on game development. Readers also debate Resident Evil's narrative consistency and the underutilization of Jill Valentine, while expressing a desire for improved Zelda remakes.
The 10 most exciting video game releases of November 2026
November 2026 is set to be a massive month for video game releases, headlined by Grand Theft Auto 6. Despite its dominance, several other notable titles are launching, including remasters of Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee and Shrek 2, a new rendition of World of Warcraft called Forever, and a faithful remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2. Other anticipated releases include Warhammer Survivors, Barbie Rewind, and Pikmin 4's Switch 2 upgrade.
An Iconic Piece Of Gaming Artwork Just Fetched A Princely Sum At Auction
An iconic piece of Donkey Kong artwork, which served as the first visual representation of the game and Mario, sold for nearly $330,000 at auction. The illustration, created by Leslie Carbaga to sell arcade cabinets, was part of a collection of Nintendo memorabilia from former advertising director Donna Darbous. This sale highlights the growing recognition of the historical and monetary value of gaming artifacts.
Mario Kart World datamine potentially reveals cut characters
A datamine of Mario Kart World files has potentially uncovered several cut characters, including Chain Chomp, Blooper, and Ninji. While fake datamines have circulated, this discovery appears legitimate, listing characters like 'Bird,' 'Banana,' Fuzzy, and Thwomp alongside the aforementioned ones. Producer Kosuke Yabuki had previously explained Nintendo's reasoning for excluding non-Mario characters.
Nintendo’s Indie World Presentation Was Pretty Packed For A Short Show
Nintendo's latest Indie World Showcase featured several notable upcoming titles, including the action-adventure game Winds of Viridia, inspired by Breath of the Wild, and the retro pixel art action-puzzle platformer City of None. The presentation also highlighted Threads of Time, a JRPG with Chrono Trigger influences. New Switch and Switch 2 release windows were provided for these and other indie games.
Every October 2026 Nintendo Indie World Game You Can Play Right Now
The latest Nintendo Indie World Showcase revealed several independent games for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with some available immediately. Demos for Winds of Viridia, Haunted Paws, Petal Runner, and Raccoin: Chaos Max Edition are now playable, while Bao Bao's Cozy Cleaning Services has fully launched.
Mass Effect composer wants to rescore leaked internal ME Universe trailer to "properly represent my musical vision"
Mass Effect composer Sam Hulick plans to rescore a leaked internal trailer for the cancelled Mass Effect Universe game to better reflect his musical vision, aiming for release on N7 Day. Meanwhile, Palworld developer Pocketpair remains hopeful about releasing their game on the Switch 2, despite an ongoing legal battle with Nintendo over alleged patent infringement.
New Hunger Games Movie Comes Out The Day After GTA 6, But Is The Director Scared?
The new Hunger Games movie, Sunrise on the Reaping, is set to release on November 20, the day after Grand Theft Auto 6's highly anticipated launch. Director Francis Lawrence expressed hope that audiences will find time for both, while industry analyst Mat Piscatella noted that many publishers are intentionally avoiding releasing games near GTA 6 due to fear of its impact.
Everything We Saw at Nintendo Indie World Showcase October 2026, Including Witchbrook Release Date
Nintendo's Indie World Showcase for October 2026 featured several announcements, including the release date for the game Witchbrook. The event provided a roundup of various indie titles coming to Nintendo platforms.
Palworld studio still hopes to release the game on Switch 2 one day, despite being in a legal battle with Nintendo
Despite an ongoing legal battle with Nintendo over alleged patent infringement, Palworld developer Pocketpair remains hopeful about bringing the game to the Switch 2. CEO Takuru Mizobe expressed enthusiasm for the platform, though a port is unlikely until the lawsuit is resolved. The game has achieved significant sales and player counts since its 2024 release.
"Taking several years with several thousand people… It's almost impossible" – PlayStation creator Ken Kutaragi on the current state of gaming
PlayStation's 'father,' Ken Kutaragi, expressed concerns about the current state of the gaming industry, citing the excessive cost and time required for modern game development as 'meaningless.' He believes platforms have become prohibitively expensive and suggests the future of entertainment may lie beyond traditional video games, potentially merging with AI and robotics.
Pocketpair Would Love to Release Palworld on Nintendo Switch 2, Despite Pokémon Legal Battle
Despite an ongoing legal battle with Nintendo, Pocketpair, the developer of Palworld, has expressed interest in releasing the creature-collecting survival game on the Nintendo Switch 2. The company is open to the possibility of a future port.
Gamescom Asia touts new records for international attendance and showfloor size
Gamescom Asia, in its sixth year, has set new records for international attendance and showfloor size, relocating to Bangkok and partnering with Thailand Game Show and Ace Bangkok. The event aims to fill a gap in the Asian market by uniting business and consumer audiences, attracting publishers and developers from across Asia, the US, Europe, and South America.
Evening Reading - October 27, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several game-related news items including Pokemon Unite ending service in March 2027, Valorant's latest patch, and a cyberattack on Warhorse Studios. It also notes the announcement of a Nintendo Indie World Showcase, Capcom delisting Street Fighter 5, and Evo Brazil's confirmed dates. Business news includes investments from Nvidia and AMD into Facebook, and Seagate's earnings report.
Zelda: Ocarina Of Time – the timeline explained and why it doesn’t matter
This article explains the complex timeline of The Legend of Zelda series, focusing on how Ocarina of Time fits in and whether playing other games is necessary before its remake. It clarifies that while the timeline is intricate, individual games are largely self-contained, and new players can jump in without prior knowledge.
ShackStream: Dead Reset on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 764
The Stevetendo Show will feature a playthrough of the spooky game Dead Reset, described as a "choose your own adventure" title reminiscent of Sega CD games. The stream will also include a look at Elden Ring later in the week, and a discussion about Nintendo's upcoming Indie World showcase.
Nintendo Indie World Showcase announced for October 28
Nintendo announced its next digital presentation, the Indie World Showcase, will take place on October 28. The 15-minute showcase will focus on independent games coming to the Nintendo Switch.
