What if one of the greatest video games of all time returned in a modern version worthy of current consoles? This is the visual feat that offers RwanLinkpassionate developer, with an unofficial remake of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, entirely produced under Unreal Engine 5. The result is making the rounds on the web, and fueling fans’ impatience as the 40th anniversary of the saga.
By focusing on a single mythical area of the game – the Gerudo Fortress – this amateur project brings the world of Hyrule back to life with attention to detail and striking artistic direction.
A homemade remake that exceeds expectations
In this free recreation, RwanLink offers a playable and animated section of the original game, including cinematic sequences and a confrontation with Link. Everything is clearly inspired by the visual style of Spider-Man: New Generationwith an assumed cartoon touch, far from the hyperrealism often expected from the Unreal Engine.
The final rendering impresses as much by its fluidity as by the richness of its animation. The environments, lights, textures and level design respect the soul of the 1998 game, while bringing a visual freshness that fans no longer expected.
A vibrant tribute to Twilight Princess and Nintendo style
This is not the creator’s first stroke of brilliance: RwanLink had already stood out for an impressive remake of Zelda: Twilight Princess. This time again, he proves that it is possible to enhance classics while retaining their identity.
Far from seeking photorealism, this remake embraces the codes of stylized animationclose to what Nintendo offers in its major licenses. This bold artistic choice gives Ocarina of Time a lively, colorful aesthetic that is perfectly compatible with the expectations of Switch players.
Soon an official version on Switch 2?
For the moment, Nintendo has not confirmed an official remake of Ocarina of Time, but fans’ enthusiasm remains unabated. The year 2026 will mark the 40 years of the Zelda seriesand many are hoping for a major surprise, like a remake that lives up to expectations or the release of the live-action film already in production.
This fan-made project therefore acts as a catalyst. It shows Nintendo that a modern version of Ocarina of Time, whether stylized or faithful, would immediately find its audience on Switch2the ideal console to revisit this classic.
A fan’s dream that goes viral
The video for the remake quickly racked up views on YouTube. Between nostalgia, technical admiration and newfound emotions, it touched a sensitive chord. Especially since this type of project shows the community’s visceral attachment to this founding episode.
Without officially announcing anything, Nintendo is seeing its game resurface in the news thanks to the passion of a creator. What if the best gift for the 40th anniversary of the license was finally to play… a dream come true?