A beautiful fan-made trailer is causing excitement among Zelda enthusiasts, imagining what Studio Ghibli’s animated film Ocarina of Time might look like. Uploaded by RwanLink to YouTube, the short video, created in Unreal Engine 5, captures the essence of the beloved N64 classic with a Ghibli-inspired touch. After the success of Illumination Super Mario Bros. movie, fans are buzzing with the idea that Zelda could be the next Nintendo property to get a cinematic adaptation. Although no official announcement has been made by Nintendo, the Ocarina of Time fan film has fans yearning for the magic of Studio Ghibli to bring Link’s adventures to the big screen.
The fan-made trailer, despite being in 3D, skillfully mimics Studio Ghibli’s iconic character designs. Considered the quintessential Zelda game, Ocarina of Time delivers a compelling narrative ripe for cinematic exploration, featuring battles, time travel, and an epic showdown against Ganondorf. Nintendo has not revealed its next animated film project, with expectations leaning towards a Mario sequel. However, the idea of a Zelda movie, especially one based on Ocarina of Time, holds promise as a captivating introduction to Link’s story, given the game’s rich plot.
An animation style reminiscent of Studio Ghibli adds an enchanting quality to the characters, leaving fans yearning for a collaboration between Nintendo and the renowned animation studio. While Ghibli’s presence in the gaming industry is limited, their past RPG venture, Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch, stands as a testament to their artistic prowess. For those eager to revisit Ocarina of Time, Nintendo Switch offers the game as part of the NSO + Expansion Pack subscription. Additionally, a 3DS remake is available, though it’s potentially hard to find these days.