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Amazon Delays Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Pre-Orders
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 2 events from Nov 4, 2026 to Nov 5, 2026, drawn from 7 sources.
“Bro WHAT?! I pre ordered Zelda day 1… Thanks a lot AMAZON,”
via kotaku.com
Our take
The delay of the Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake pre-orders on November 5, 2026, highlights the tension between major retailers and fans who rely on launch-day delivery for high-profile titles. With specific delays reported to November 11 and 12, the incident underscores the risks of ordering physical copies online for day-one releases, particularly when the retailer has a history of inventory issues with Nintendo products.
Background
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake officially launched on the Nintendo Switch 2 on November 5, 2026. Fans faced a choice between buying the game digitally to play immediately or waiting for the physical copy on launch day.
Many fans opted to order the physical copy online, relying on retailers like Amazon to promise launch-day delivery. This incident is notable because Amazon has a history of withholding Nintendo products, often relying on third-party resellers or overseas inventory for popular titles.
The timeline
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Fans report delayed delivery notifications
On November 4, 2026, users on X began posting about reportedly receiving delay notifications for their pre-ordered copies of the Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake. User PhoenixStrongg posted, "Bro WHAT?! I pre ordered Zelda day 1… Thanks a lot AMAZON," while ForeverEsoteric wrote, "I’m gonna throw up," appearing to indicate their order would not arrive on launch day.[1]
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Kotaku reported widespread pre-order delays
On November 5, 2026, Kotaku reported that many people who ordered the game from Amazon were allegedly greeted by delay notifications showing their copies would not arrive on launch day. The report noted that some orders were reportedly delayed until November 11 or 12, and that Amazon's customer service response was perceived as unhelpful by frustrated fans.[1]
Frequently asked
Did Amazon deliver Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake pre-orders on launch day?
No, according to kotaku.com, many pre-orders were delayed past the November 5, 2026 launch date. Some fans reported their orders were not expected to arrive until November 11 or 12.
What did fans say about the Amazon delay?
Fans expressed frustration on X, with one user stating, "The whole point of preordering Zelda from Amazon was so I can have it launch day," according to kotaku.com. Another user wrote, "I’m gonna throw up," in response to the delay notification.
How did Amazon respond to the complaints?
According to kotaku.com, an Amazon representative named James responded to a complaint by stating, "We understand the frustration caused by your order being delayed," and directed the user to their order page for the latest update.
Why is this delay notable for Amazon and Nintendo?
The delay is notable because, according to kotaku.com, Amazon has a history of withholding Nintendo products and often relies on third-party resellers or overseas inventory to stock popular games.
More related drama (4)
Sources (7)
- kotaku.com, Amazon Delays Tons Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Copies, Nov 5, 2026.
- Twitter (original post).
- Twitter (original post).
- x.com, PhoenixStrongg on X: "Bro WHAT?! I pre ordered Zelda day 1… Thanks a lot AMAZON 😡" / X, Nov 4, 2026.
- Twitter (original post).
- x.com, ForeverEsoteric 😈 on X: "I’m gonna throw up." / X, Nov 4, 2026.
- Twitter (original post).
Cite this timeline
This timeline compiles 2 dated events from 7 sources. If it helped your reporting, cite it:
GenZHype. “Amazon Delays Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Pre-Orders.”
GenZHype, 5 November 2026,
https://genzhype.com/gaming/amazon-delays-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-pre-orders/.