To commemorate the remake of the highly popular The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2, Google has embedded a special Easter egg. When you type 'Zelda' or 'Ocarina of Time' into Google's search bar, a Master Sword icon from the game appears in the lower right corner of the page. Clicking this icon activates a sound clip of the protagonist Link drawing his sword, along with a visual clip reminiscent of the game's time travel mechanics.
Google of 1998 Recreated
By clicking the Master Sword icon, Google's search engine transforms into its 1998 appearance. This year marks both the initial release of Ocarina of Time and the official inception of Google itself. Clicking the icon again plays the same clip, and the search engine's visuals return to their current state. Notably, reloading this 1998-style page also resets it to the current visuals.
The History of Ocarina of Time
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time was first released for the N64 in 1998, becoming the fifth installment in the Zelda series. This was the first title in the series to utilize 3D graphics, and it has since been re-released on various platforms, including the GameCube's collection disc, the Nintendo Wii's Virtual Console, and the Nintendo Switch's Classic apps. Notably, a remastered version titled The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D was released for the Nintendo 3DS in 2011.
The Latest Remake Arrives
The announcement of the latest remake was made during June's Nintendo Direct, with a release date set for November 5. Zelda fans are eagerly anticipating what new experiences the remake will offer. Let's reminisce about the history of the game and look forward to new adventures.
