Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Sells 5.2 Million Copies in Four Days, Setting Switch 2 Record

Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is already breaking sales records, with more than 5.2 million copies sold on Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide in just four days.

According to a November 11 announcement from Nintendo, the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive has achieved the highest global launch sales of any Nintendo-published Switch 2 game during its first four days. The figure includes both physical and digital purchases. According to Nintendo, approximately 810,000 copies were sold in Japan alone.

Released November 5, the remake revisits one of Nintendo’s most celebrated titles, originally launched on the Nintendo 64 in 1998. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake features completely reimagined visuals, modernized gameplay mechanics and enhancements designed around Nintendo’s latest hardware. However, it retains the same core gameplay and story fans of the original will remember.

The strong opening follows months of anticipation surrounding Nintendo’s return to one of its most influential franchises and acclaimed games. Nintendo previously celebrated The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary with a dedicated presentation announcing a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and a special-edition Nintendo Switch 2 console.

The remake also supports Zelda Notes, a companion feature accessible through the Nintendo Switch App on compatible smartphones. Zelda Notes provides interesting stats like daily playtime, items consumed and rupees collected. The companion also shows the collectibles found in each area and the remaining tasks to complete. A paid Nintendo Switch Online subscription isn’t required, although a free Nintendo Account is necessary to utilize Zelda Notes.

The sales milestone comes as Nintendo continues expanding its Switch 2 catalogue with major first-party releases. For longtime fans, Ocarina of Time represents a significant return to a defining Nintendo 64 adventure, while introducing the experience to a new generation.

With more than five million copies sold in four days, the remake has established an impressive early benchmark for future Nintendo Switch 2 releases.

It begs the question of how Nintendo will continue to approach remakes of its classic titles. Of course, earlier this year, Nintendo released its Starfox remake. Now, with the success of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, will Nintendo go back into the well for The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask or other highly acclaimed Nintendo 64 games like Super Mario 64?