What the Zelda Google Easter Egg Means for Fans
The Easter egg builds hype for the Ocarina of Time remake and gives longtime fans a nostalgic moment, while also sparking conversation about Google's classic design.
The Easter egg builds hype for the Ocarina of Time remake and gives longtime fans a nostalgic moment, while also sparking conversation about Google's classic design.
Key points - Google added an Easter egg for 'The Legend of Zelda' and 'Ocarina of Time' searches. - Clicking the Master Sword transports users to a 1998-style Google search page. - The Easter egg celebrates the Ocarina of Time remake launching on November 5. - The remake includes new sidequests, dungeon tweaks, and a UI toggle option. - Series producer Eiji Aonuma says not all remake devs played the N64 original.
Timeline - 1998: Original Ocarina of Time released on N64. - November 2, 2026: Google Easter egg discovered and shared on X. - November 5, 2026: Ocarina of Time remake launches.
FAQ
Q: How do I trigger the Zelda Easter egg on Google? A: Search for 'The Legend of Zelda' or 'Ocarina of Time' on Google, then click the Master Sword that appears to see the 1998-style page.
Q: What does the Easter egg show? A: It shows a retro Google search page from 1998 with the old font, bright colors, and classic interface.
Q: When is the Ocarina of Time remake out? A: The remake launches on November 5, just a few days after the Easter egg was discovered.
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