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Ocarina of Time remake has UK’s second-biggest Zelda launch of all time, biggest physical game launch of 2026

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Nintendo reports The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake achieved the UK's second-biggest Zelda launch of all time, surpassing Breath of the Wild. This physical sales figure represents a 35% increase over the original game's launch, marking the biggest physical game launch of 2026. The data is based on initial reports from Nintendo Everything.

Key points

• The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake achieved the UK's second-biggest Zelda launch of all time based on physical sales.
• The remake launched with a 35% increase in physical sales compared to Breath of the Wild.

Context

This finding is significant as it highlights the commercial success of the remake in the UK market, specifically through physical sales channels, and sets a benchmark for 2026 gaming launches.

Limitations

Data is based on initial reports and physical sales figures only; specific dates for the UK launch are not provided, and the 35% figure is a comparative increase rather than an absolute sales number.

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