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Ocarina of Time Remake: Why the Wait Is Unbearable — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The article argues for a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, highlighting its groundbreaking innovations in 3D gaming and enduring themes. While acknowledging the Nintendo 3DS version, it suggests the original's age necessitates a modern update to address control issues, framerate, and potential cut content, while preserving its core charm for new and returning players.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – October 25, 2026 – 3DS downtime returns, more for Switch 2 and Switch
Nintendo has released its maintenance schedule for the week of October 25, 2026. Downtime is scheduled for Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch across various network services, including user data transfer and cloud saves for Nintendo Switch Online.
Hiatus Announcement
Brian Rubin, creator for Space Game Junkie, is taking a hiatus from content creation due to burnout after fifteen years. His gaming habits have shifted significantly towards handhelds like the Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo 3DS, leading him to focus his creative energies on other projects like The Joyful Nerd and 3DSCast.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – October 18, 2026 – downtime for Switch 2 and Switch, plus 3DS
Nintendo has announced its maintenance schedule for the week of October 18, 2026, affecting the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo 3DS. Scheduled downtime includes periods for online play, eShop access using prepaid cards and download codes, and eShop access via credit card.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake features a new mechanic that should hopefully make Navi less annoying
Nintendo is introducing a new 'Fairy Notes' mechanic in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, which will provide players with secrets and tips via Navi. This feature aims to address long-standing player complaints about Navi's frequent and sometimes annoying interjections.
Retro Handhelds Loaded With Unlicensed Games Could Face Government Crackdown
The Electronic Software Association (ESA) is urging the US government to crack down on retro handheld devices pre-loaded with unlicensed games, labeling them "superfakes." The ESA wants these devices and associated marketplaces added to the Notorious Markets List to combat piracy and counterfeiting, which they argue significantly harm the gaming industry by substituting for legitimate purchases.
6 Biggest Takeaways From Hands-On With Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake
This hands-on preview of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake highlights significant improvements over the original Nintendo 64 and 3DS versions. The remake features a beautiful visual upgrade with a new art style, full voice acting, and a dedicated jump button that enhances gameplay control. While Hyrule Field remains sparse, Hyrule Castle Town is more vibrant, and combat mechanics have been refined with modern Zelda conveniences.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Includes Hall of Fallen Foes and Boss Rematches
Nintendo's remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time will include new features such as the Hall of Fallen Foes, a Bestiary detailing defeated enemies, and boss rematches. While some features are similar to the Nintendo 3DS version, the remake aims to modernize the classic for its November 5th release on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Metroid Prime: Federation Force – spelet som alla hatade
Metroid Prime: Federation Force, despite its initial backlash and chibi art style, is an underrated and misunderstood game that deserves a second chance. While not perfect, its co-op gameplay and expansion of the Metroid universe outside of Samus are brilliant ideas that could be further explored in a sequel, potentially with a darker tone and developed by studios like Arrowhead Game Studios.
Shin Megami Tensei Strange Journey: True Punishment of Mass Sin
Shin Megami Tensei Strange Journey Redux offers a deeply philosophical JRPG experience with challenging dungeon crawling and intricate demon fusion mechanics. While the Redux version's added content, like the Womb of Grief dungeon, can be tedious, its quality-of-life improvements and the game's thought-provoking narrative about humanity's impact on itself and the environment make it a rewarding, albeit niche, experience.
There’s Never Been a Better Time To Play Fire Emblem: Awakening
This article suggests that Fire Emblem: Awakening is a great time to play for those who feel the series has become too 'Persona-like'. It highlights the Nintendo 3DS classic as a return to form.
Anbernic is double-dipping into dual-screen handhelds with a new 3DS clone
Anbernic is releasing a new dual-screen handheld, the RG DDS, which closely mimics the design of the 'new' Nintendo 3DS. It features a 4.7-inch main display and a 4-inch bottom screen, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chipset for enhanced emulation capabilities. This device aims to compete with other dual-screen handhelds like the Retroid Pocket Duo.
There’s Never Been A Better Time To Play Fire Emblem: Awakening
The author argues that Fire Emblem: Awakening is a superior experience to the more recent Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave due to its immediate accessibility and focus on core tactical gameplay. While acknowledging Fortune's Weave's intricate mechanics, the article criticizes its excessive layers of tedious daily activities that bury the enjoyable combat.
[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – October 2026
This discussion post asks readers what games they are playing in October 2026, mentioning titles like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Middle-earth games, The Witcher 3 Remastered, and Toem 2. It also features comments from users discussing their Nintendo console collections, including special editions and past ownership.
Get these Pokemon before Pokemon Bank shuts down
Pokemon Bank will shut down in February 2027, making it impossible to transfer Pokemon from the first seven generations to Nintendo Switch games. This guide highlights specific Pokemon, like Spinda and Partner Cap Pikachu, that will become unobtainable or extremely difficult to acquire legitimately after the service ends. Players are encouraged to transfer their Pokemon to Pokemon Home before the deadline.
Absurdly rare Raincoat Pikachu Pokemon card sells for $8.4 million, and it's cute enough that I kinda get it
A rare 'Raincoat Pikachu' Pokemon trading card sold for $8.4 million, making it the second most expensive Pokemon card ever auctioned. This card, one of only 100 created as a prize for a competition, was graded PSA 10 Gem Mint. The sale highlights the high value collectors place on rare Pokemon TCG items.
Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright achievement leak suggests port incoming
A leaked achievement list on Steam suggests that a port of Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is in development. The game, originally released on the Nintendo 3DS in 2014, is a collaboration between Capcom and Level-5.
PlayStation 5 Adventure Game Like Beloved Nintendo Exclusive Announced
Wired Productions and Glee-Cheese have announced Mr. Records, a new PlayStation 5 adventure game that blends rhythm gameplay with record shop management. The title, which draws comparisons to the Nintendo 3DS exclusive HarmoKnight, will feature over 40 levels and 49 original songs. A demo is planned for PC players ahead of Steam Next Fest, with the game also slated for release on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Why we love the GameCube! Pure Nintendo Podcast E181
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode 181 celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Nintendo GameCube. Hosts Jemma, Trev, and Kirk, along with guest Jonathan, reminisce about their favorite games, peripherals, and memories of the console, which originally launched in Japan on September 14, 2001.
I didn't have Nintendo releasing a new Switch Lite bundle on my 2026 bingo card, but there's one coming
Nintendo has announced a new Nintendo Switch Lite bundle for Europe, which includes the game Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and a 30-day trial of Nintendo Switch Online, launching October 28th. Despite the console being seven years old and the upcoming Switch 2, Nintendo is still offering this bundle, potentially as a more affordable option for parents.
