Pre-orders for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Nintendo Switch 2 are now live across Nintendo's website, the eShop, and select retailers worldwide, with the game set to launch on November 5, 2026.
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The EB Games Canada bonus worth knowing about
Here's the thing: most pre-order bonuses for Nintendo titles are pretty forgettable. This one is not. EB Games Canada is offering a free holographic slipcover featuring the original Nintendo 64 box art to anyone who pre-orders the physical edition for approximately $74 USD (priced at $99.99 CAD). The slipcover ships with the game, not before it, and the offer runs until November 4, 2026, the day before launch.
The fine print is worth reading. Supplies are limited, and this deal is exclusive to EB Games Canada. No equivalent offer has been announced for US, UK, European, or Australian retailers at this point.
What the physical release actually includes
The standard physical edition comes with textured foil cover art as part of its initial production run. That alone makes it a collector's item in waiting. The EB Games Canada slipcover adds a second layer for fans who want the nostalgia hit of the original N64 artwork sitting alongside the modern release.
Nintendo has positioned this as a full Switch 2 release rather than a simple port, though specific details on what has changed or been upgraded from the original 1998 release continue to roll out closer to launch.
Zelda hardware is moving fast this October
Ocarina of Time is not the only Zelda product generating pre-order interest right now. A Zelda 40th Anniversary Special Edition Switch 2 console and matching Pro Controller are launching in October 2026, ahead of the game itself. For players who have been holding off on a Switch 2 upgrade, this is the bundle that makes the timing click.
The Switch 2 lineup heading into the holiday season is genuinely stacked. If you want a sense of what else is coming to the platform, our Star Fox Switch 2 guide covering planets, routes, and medals gives a good picture of how Nintendo is treating its classic franchises on the new hardware.
For a broader look at what Switch 2 exclusives and upgrades are worth your time, the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Switch 1 vs Switch 2 breakdown is a solid reference for understanding how Nintendo is differentiating the two platforms.
What to do before November 5
If you are in Canada and want the N64 slipcover, the window closes November 4. Everywhere else, the standard physical edition with foil art is the target, and stock on that will not last indefinitely either.
For players still building out their Switch 2 physical collection, our gaming guides hub has ongoing coverage of pre-order availability, edition breakdowns, and launch-day essentials across all major Switch 2 releases through the end of the year.
