Ocarina of Time Remake Previews Point to Redesigned Puzzles and Voiced Cutscenes

The hands-on previews for the Zelda Ocarina of Time remake are in, and they're looking really good. From what the previewers are saying, this is going to be far bigger than a one to one remake.

Previews of the Ocarina of Time remake list redesigned puzzles and 60fps

IGN, VGC and a bunch of other creators and outlets all got their hands on it, and the list of changes is really long. We're talking redesigned puzzles, updated controls, a crisp 60fps and a huge visual overhaul.

But the big takeaway from those impressions is that it plays even better than it looks.

Nintendo confirmed fully voiced cutscenes and an orchestrated soundtrack

It's not just a fresh coat of paint. Nintendo confirmed fully voiced cutscenes with expanded dialogue, which means new story moments we've never seen in Ocarina of Time. On top of that, there's a fully orchestrated soundtrack, which honestly sounds really good.

Voiced cutscenes in a 3D Zelda remake is a pretty big deal.

The Hall of Fallen Foes lets you rematch beaten bosses

There's also a brand new area called the Hall of Fallen Foes, where statues of the bosses you've beaten are on display, and you can rematch them anytime.

Nintendo's overview trailer shows Link's Ocarina responding to your voice

Nintendo also dropped a five minute overview trailer, and it revealed that you can hum a song or play it on a real instrument. The console's microphone will literally make Link's Ocarina respond.

Why I think redesigned puzzles and an expanded story make this a real remake

In my opinion, redesigned puzzles and an expanded story are what really separate a real remake from a remaster. It sounds like Nintendo is pulling out all of the stops to rebuild Ocarina of Time for a new generation.

Is this the remake you've been waiting 28 years for?