The announcement that The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 via the GameCube library has sparked discussions about the potential for a full port. According to Nate Bihldorff, Nintendo of America's senior vice president of product development, the availability of a game on Nintendo Switch Online does not rule out the possibility of a remaster or remake. This statement was made during an interview with Kinda Funny's Tim Gettys, where Bihldorff emphasized that all options remain open for beloved titles like The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker and Twilight Princess, which have yet to be ported to any Nintendo Switch console.
Some fans expressed concern that the inclusion of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker in Nintendo's premium subscription service upon the Nintendo Switch 2 release on June 5 might mean no full remaster would be forthcoming. However, Bihldorff's response was reassuring, stating, "All options are on the table." He highlighted that even with games available on Nintendo Switch Online (NSO), there are precedents for remakes or different port versions, suggesting that a remaster for the Switch 2 is still a possibility.
During last week's Nintendo Direct presentation, it was revealed that GameCube titles are being added to the Nintendo Switch Online service as part of its premium library. This exciting update will offer subscribers access to a variety of classic 2000s-era games at launch this summer, including F-Zero GX, Soulcalibur 2, and, of course, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker. Nintendo has also teased future additions to this library, such as Super Mario Sunshine, Luigi's Mansion, Super Mario Strikers, Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness, and more.
The Best Nintendo Switch Online Gamecube Games
The Best Nintendo Switch Online Gamecube Games
The introduction of GameCube titles to the Nintendo Switch Online service marks a significant enhancement to its offerings, promising fans a nostalgic trip back to the 2000s. This expansion of the library is set to continue, bringing even more beloved titles to subscribers in the coming years.
In other news, the Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order date in the United States faced delays due to import tariffs, which caused financial market instability. This issue subsequently affected Nintendo Canada, leading to similar delays in pre-orders there.
For a comprehensive overview of what was unveiled, be sure to check out everything announced at the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct.
