Zelda: Ocarina of Time Fan Makes Unexpected Discovery in Parking Lot

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A devoted Nintendo enthusiast stumbled upon an unexpected find in the parking lot at work – a version of ‘The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D’. It’s not unheard of to discover video games or consoles in unusual locations, but this fan probably didn’t anticipate coming across ‘Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D’ on their commute to work.

In a groundbreaking move for Nintendo, the first 3D installment of the iconic “Zelda” series, “Ocarina of Time,” released on N64, left an indelible mark. The innovative 3D perspective opened up Hyrule for exploration in ways never seen before, earning it a cherished place among fans. Over time, this game was adapted for multiple consoles, providing new generations with the opportunity to embark on this classic quest. In 2021 alone, “Ocarina of Time” found a home on Nintendo Switch Online through the Expansion Pack. Additionally, Nintendo took the game a step further by releasing an updated version in 2011. This remake featured enhancements to the original design, such as improved graphics, stereoscopic 3D effects, and additional elements.

Lately, I stumbled upon an antique copy of Ocarina of Time 3D during my commute. As reddit user sobbl_, I couldn’t resist sharing some photos of the worn-out 3DS cartridge in the Zelda subreddit. The cartridge looked like it had been flattened, with me suspecting it might have been run over by a vehicle. To my surprise, however, the pins on its back were still perfectly aligned, enabling me to play the game on my 3DS. I even posted a few images of Ocarina of Time 3D in action on my system for everyone to see.

Gamer Finds Working Copy of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D in a Parking Lot

For Sobbl_, finding this unanticipated treasure was quite significant because they had never experienced the game “Ocarina of Time” prior to this. As shared by the Reddit user, the previous owner only managed to advance through two temples before abandoning the game. With that information, Sobbl_ decided to finish the original gameplay. It’s worth mentioning that this parking lot discovery has gained popularity on the franchise subreddit, with over 6.3K users upvoting the post. In the comments section, many fans humorously compared it to the Ben Drowned creepypasta from “Zelda: Majora’s Mask”, suggesting that a similar scenario might be unfolding here.

Over the past few months, gamers have made some surprising discoveries, such as this one where someone found an old PS2 console at a dump instead of a damaged cartridge in a parking lot. Although it hasn’t been checked if they could still play games, these worn-out consoles were able to turn on by themselves.

Keeping an eye open for unusual video game collectibles could prove quite beneficial given the widespread popularity of gaming. It appears that the odds of stumbling upon abandoned game systems, CDs, or cartridges in unpredictable locations might be higher now than ever before.

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2025-07-06 20:44