North America's Nintendo Download: Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and More
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North America's Nintendo Download: Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and More

authorBy Shigeru Miyamoto
DateNov 05, 2026
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This week's North American Nintendo Download update brings a vibrant selection of new and discounted titles to the eShop, catering to a diverse range of gaming preferences. Headlining the new releases is the highly anticipated 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time,' reimagined with enhanced graphics, orchestral music, and modernized controls. Alongside this classic, players can explore a host of other exciting games, including action-packed adventures, immersive RPGs, and beloved arcade archives.

The eShop for Switch and Switch 2 consoles is brimming with fresh content. 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' (priced at $59.99) invites players to relive Link's epic quest to thwart Ganondorf and save Hyrule, now with stunning visuals and expanded cinematics. 'Stellar Blade Complete Edition' ($59.99) delivers a cinematic action-adventure experience where players, as EVE, fight to reclaim Earth from mysterious creatures, featuring deep character customization and unique Joy-Con motion controls for certain activities. This edition also includes collaborations with 'NieR:Automata' and 'GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE,' along with Bayonetta-inspired costumes.

'Metaphor: ReFantazio' ($39.99) offers an evolving fantasy RPG where players engage in dynamic combat and awaken magical Archetype powers. 'RACCOIN: Chaos Max Edition' ($11.99) is a roguelike coin-pusher game with distinct characters and exclusive Switch 2 features. For a cozier experience, 'TANUKI: Pon’s Summer' ($19.99) allows players to BMX their way through a life sim adventure, delivering packages and participating in community events.

The Switch 2 eShop further expands with the 'Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass – Part 2: Dazzling Decorations,' introducing in-game accessories for Pokémon. New releases for both Switch and Switch 2 include a variety of genres: 'Arcade Archives 2 SWIMMER' ($9.99), 'Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game' ($29.99) with hand-drawn 2D animation, and the roguelike action platformer 'Castlebound' ($9.99). 'Chivalware' ($8.99) is a fast-paced roguelite with tile-matching mechanics, while 'Console Archives MARL JONG' ($11.99) offers a Japanese-language adventure with mahjong battles. Anime fans can dive into 'Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' ($39.99).

Additional offerings span diverse themes, from the procedurally generated arcade game 'Faraway' ($7.99) to family-friendly fun with 'Hasbro Games Junior Collection' ($29.99). 'Manairons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' ($18.74) presents a 3D action platformer steeped in Pyrenean legends. Marvel enthusiasts can enjoy 'Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Encore Edition' ($39.99) with exclusive outfits. Party game lovers will find 'Prinny Party: Going Overboard!' ($29.99), and RPG aficionados can explore 'Shelterra the Skyworld – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' ($18.89). Classic movie fans can revisit 'Shrek 2 Remastered' ($26.99) with improved graphics and co-op play. Other titles include the atmospheric 'Sword of the Sea' ($23.99), the mysterious 'Titanium Court' ($11.24), and the roguelite 'Warhammer Survivors' ($7.19), alongside the expanded 'ZERO PARADES: Director’s Cut' ($35.99).

Beyond the new releases, a selection of discounted games provides excellent value. 'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth' and 'Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade' are available at significantly reduced prices of $7.49 and $7.99, respectively, until November 17th. 'Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap' is on sale for $3.99 until November 19th, offering a visually stunning remake of a Master System classic. Finally, 'GRIS' is discounted to $2.99 until November 19th, presenting a critically acclaimed artistic adventure.

This week's Nintendo Download presents a substantial update for North American players, featuring a blend of highly anticipated new games like 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' and a wide array of other titles across various genres, including action, RPGs, and arcade classics. Complementing these new arrivals are appealing discounts on popular games, ensuring there's something to capture the interest of every gamer looking to expand their digital library.

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