A possible first special-edition Nintendo Switch 2 console has appeared online, featuring a design tied to The Legend of Zelda and the franchise’s 40th anniversary. The reported package is also associated with the upcoming The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
Photos are circulating online showing what appear to be retail boxes for a Zelda-themed Switch 2 and a matching Pro Controller. The original source of the images is uncertain, so the hardware should be treated as unconfirmed. The images do, however, match rumors shared by insiders about special-edition products being prepared.
A post from Nintendeal (@nintendeal.com) also claims that the anniversary console and controller have been fully leaked.
A dark Zelda design with gold detailing
The reported console and controller use black, dark green and gold as their primary colours. The packaging displays an elaborate gold Triforce motif alongside branding for The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary.
No price or release date has been confirmed for either product. Current expectations place the hardware alongside the Ocarina of Time remake, although the remake itself does not yet have a known launch date.
Possible timing remains speculation
Some fans are predicting a mid-November release for the remake, potentially placing it in competition with Grand Theft Auto 6. That theory is based partly on Nintendo’s history of shipping amiibo at the same time as related game launches, rather than on confirmed scheduling information.
The reported design would give Switch 2 owners a more distinctive hardware option, but it may be frustrating for people who already own the console and would need to purchase another system purely for its appearance. There is also no indication that the matching Joy-Con controllers will be sold separately.
More standalone Joy-Con colours would be a practical alternative, particularly if Nintendo offered visibly different finishes rather than subtle changes hidden when the controllers are attached to the console. For readers following the wider games and hardware business, RETROCADE’s arcade news coverage tracks similarly notable developments across the industry.
Pricing will likely be a major factor if this Zelda edition is officially announced. New consoles and accessories already command significant spending, leaving some players more inclined to put their budget towards the game itself. Those comparing larger home gaming setups can also browse the arcade machine buying guide or explore arcade machines before committing to another hardware purchase.
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