Retailer Gives Fans New Hope for Zelda: Wind Waker HD Switch Port

Retailer Gives Fans New Hope for Zelda: Wind Waker HD Switch Port

Key Takeaways

  • Fans speculate on potential Wind Waker Switch remaster following retailer listing, sparking hope and debate.
  • Nintendo fans eagerly anticipate the possibility of a Wind Waker remaster on the Switch.
  • There’s been no official word from Nintendo on Wind Waker HD coming to the Switch.

As a seasoned gamer who grew up sailing the vast seas of Hyrule in Wind Waker HD, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and skepticism about the latest rumors swirling around the potential Switch remaster of this beloved classic. The anticipation is palpable among fans, with many of us eagerly awaiting the return of Link’s iconic journey on Toon Link’s first appearance.


With whispers growing louder about the upcoming Switch 2, enthusiasts have stumbled upon a supposed leak hinting at an HD remaster of the classic game, “The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker,” possibly gracing the Switch platform. This retailer’s listing of the game has stirred both anticipation and controversy among gamers as they weigh the possibility that this could be an indication of the long-awaited high-definition version for the Switch, or merely a retailer’s optimistic speculation, unsupported by any official confirmation from Nintendo.

As a devoted fan, I’ve longed for the rumor of a Switch port for Toon Link’s debut game to become a reality. Ever since whispers about a potential Wind Waker remaster surfaced as early as 2022, fellow enthusiasts and I have eagerly awaited its arrival on the Nintendo Switch. Alas, despite the passage of time, we’re still left yearning for an updated version of this classic game or even Zelda‘s other GameCube gem, Twilight Princess. As the Switch nears the end of its lifespan, our hopes for another remaster remain undiminished.

A recent speculation originates from Reddit user International-Mess75. They discovered a listing for “The Wind Waker HD” on VideoIGR, a Russian online store. Although clicking the link results in a 404 error, another user notes that the same retailer has previously listed upcoming games like “Metro 2033: Redux” and “Darksiders 3” before their official release. Given that a remastered version of “Zelda” could fit nicely into Nintendo Switch’s lineup for 2024, it’s understandable why some might believe the listing could be more than just an error.

A Wind Waker Switch Remaster Could Help Nintendo’s Future Plans

It is uncertain if Nintendo will bring “Wind Waker HD” to the Switch, but it seems logical as a marketing tactic since doing so would enhance the appeal of the Switch 2. A remastered version of “Wind Waker” or a port of “Twilight Princess” could position the new console as the ultimate destination for the entire “Zelda” series. Announcing these popular titles’ return might generate buzz and anticipation before the console launch.

In a somewhat surprising turn of events, almost all major Zelda series games have been ported to the Nintendo Switch, but not The Wind Waker and Twilight Princess yet. There are whispers that the Switch 2 might release in 2025, which could leave Nintendo with little time to introduce a Wind Waker port if they intend to do so before revealing their new system. However, Nintendo may choose to bring these remasters to the Switch at a later date or decide not to address them at all. At this point, a single retailer’s listing doesn’t provide enough evidence to make any definitive assumptions.

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2024-11-11 22:54