What a 96 Metacritic Score Means for Ocarina of Time Remake…
A 96 puts the remake among the best-reviewed games ever and sets a high bar for 2026 releases, while giving longtime fans a modernized way to revisit a classic.
A 96 puts the remake among the best-reviewed games ever and sets a high bar for 2026 releases, while giving longtime fans a modernized way to revisit a classic.
Key points - The Ocarina of Time remake scored 96 on Metacritic from 81 reviews. - It is the highest-rated game of 2026 on Metacritic. - The remake ranks 26th on Metacritic's all-time best games list, ahead of Elden Ring and Skyrim. - The 1998 original holds a 99 on Metacritic; the 3DS version sits at 94. - The remake adds sidequests, dungeon tweaks, a UI toggle, and a jump button.
Timeline - Earlier today: Reviews for the Ocarina of Time remake went live, giving it a Metacritic score of 96. - Tomorrow: The Ocarina of Time remake officially releases for fans.
FAQ
Q: How high is the Ocarina of Time remake on Metacritic? A: It currently sits at 96 based on 81 reviews, making it the highest-rated game of 2026 and 26th on Metacritic's all-time list.
Q: Does the remake beat the original Ocarina of Time's score? A: No. The 1998 original holds a near-perfect 99 on Metacritic, while the remake sits at 96. The 3DS version scored 94.
Q: What new features does the remake add? A: It includes new sidequests, dungeon tweaks, a Breath of the Wild-style option to turn off the UI for immersion and difficulty, plus a jump button.
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