Wind Waker HD Switch 2 Port Still Considered

The release of the GameCube version of Wind Waker for the Switch 2 does not rule out the possibility of a Wind Waker HD port. Dive into Nintendo's plans and the enhancements that Wind Waker HD offers over the original game.

Wind Waker GameCube Version Coming To Switch 2

During the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, it was announced that the GameCube version of Wind Waker will be making its way to the Switch 2. This sparked curiosity among fans about the potential porting of Wind Waker HD to the new console.

Nintendo of America's Senior Vice President of Product Development, Nate Bihldorff, provided some clarity on this issue. In an episode of Kinda Funny Games Daily on April 9, host Tim Gettys shared insights from his conversation with Bihldorff at a Switch 2 press event in New York. When asked about the possibility of Wind Waker HD being ported to the Switch 2, Bihldorff responded, "no, all options are on the table," indicating that nothing is off-limits.

First Released in 2002

Originally launched on the GameCube in 2002 in Japan and 2003 in the West, Wind Waker was later enhanced and released as Wind Waker HD for the Wii U in 2013. This HD version boasts significant upgrades, including a shift from 480p to high-definition visuals, improved lighting, gyro controls for weapons, accelerated sailing, and other gameplay enhancements. With the GameCube library now exclusive to the Switch 2, porting Wind Waker HD could be the only option for original Switch owners to experience this beloved title.

Additionally, the Nintendo Switch Online classics game libraries are being rebranded as Nintendo Classics. Nintendo has announced that "Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members will soon be able to play The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, F-ZERO GX, and SOULCALIBUR II on Nintendo Switch 2, with more games to be added in the future." These titles will come with enhanced features such as a retro screen filter and widescreen gameplay options.