Wind Waker HD Switch 2 Port Remains a Possibility

Exciting news for fans of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker—the beloved GameCube classic is set to make its way to the Nintendo Switch 2. Announced during the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, this revelation sparked curiosity about the fate of Wind Waker HD on the new console.

Nintendo Keeping All Options Open for Wind Waker HD

Amidst the excitement, there was a question lingering in the air: What about Wind Waker HD? In a reassuring update, Nate Bihldorff, Senior Vice President of Product Development at Nintendo of America, addressed these concerns. During a conversation at a Switch 2 press event in New York, captured by Kinda Funny Games Daily on April 9, Bihldorff was clear in his response to host Tim Gettys' query about the possibility of porting the Wii U version to Switch 2. He stated, "No, all options are on the table," leaving the door wide open for a potential Wind Waker HD port.

A Classic Reimagined

First gracing the GameCube in 2002 in Japan and 2003 in the West, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker captured hearts with its unique cel-shaded art style. A decade later, in 2013, the game was reborn as Wind Waker HD for the Wii U, featuring significant enhancements. These included a jump from 480p to stunning HD visuals, improved lighting, gyro controls for a more immersive experience, faster sailing, and various gameplay tweaks. As the GameCube library becomes exclusive to the Switch 2, porting Wind Waker HD might be the only way for original Switch owners to enjoy this masterpiece.

In other news, the Nintendo Switch Online classics game libraries are evolving into Nintendo Classics. Subscribers to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack will soon have the opportunity to dive into The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, F-ZERO GX, and SOULCALIBUR II on the Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo promises more titles to come, with added features like retro screen filters and widescreen gameplay, enhancing the nostalgic experience.