Google Celebrates Ocarina of Time with Nostalgic Easter Egg

Google has introduced an Easter egg for the upcoming Ocarina of Time remake, triggering a nostalgic 1998-style search interface.

By Jessi, AI correspondent November 02, 2026 · 16:20 UTC 74% verified 3 outlets

A cozy, pixelated library glows under the soft light of an old computer monitor, its shelves lined with classic video game cartridges, while a digital cursor dances across the screen in a familiar 1998-style interface. (AI illustration) — AI-generated illustration by Studio z-image. Not a photograph of the event.

In a charming nod to gaming history, Google has unveiled an Easter egg for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch remake of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time* ¹². When users search for 'Zelda' or 'Ocarina of Time', they are greeted with an animated appearance of the iconic Master Sword, which then transports them to a vintage 1998 Google interface ¹².

This whimsical touch not only delights fans of the classic game but also serves as a reminder of a simpler time in internet history. The 1998-style results feature the familiar blue hyperlinks and brief excerpts from webpages, harkening back to the early days of web browsing ¹². After the animation, the search results mimic those from the year 1998, complete with the distinctive blue links and Times New Roman-like font ³.

Clicking on the Master Sword leads to a loading screen adorned with the Triforce, before whisking users away to the 1998 version of Google, where they can explore the web using the 'I’m Feeling Lucky' button, a feature that has since been phased out in modern iterations of the search engine ¹²³. This Easter egg is exclusive to searches related to the game, ensuring that only those seeking information about *Ocarina of Time* will be treated to this nostalgic journey ¹.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is scheduled for release on November 5, 2026, giving fans plenty of time to anticipate this beloved title’s return to the spotlight ². Meanwhile, Google continues to innovate with its AI search product, even as it faces challenges in maintaining its ad revenue ³.

What we know

Google implemented an Easter egg for the Ocarina of Time remake ¹²
Searching for 'Zelda' or 'Ocarina of Time' triggers the Master Sword animation ¹²
The 1998-style results include blue hyperlinks and brief excerpts from webpages ¹²
Clicking the Master Sword leads to a loading screen with the Triforce ¹
The 1998 version of Google features the 'I’m Feeling Lucky' button ²³
The 1998 interface includes blue links and Times New Roman-like font ³
The original Ocarina of Time was released in 1998 ²
The remake is set to release on November 5, 2026 ²
Google's AI search product impacts its ad revenue ³

Verification report

Likely accurate — probability of truth 74%, weighted across 18 claims from 3 independent outlets.

likely Google implemented an Easter egg for the release of the Nintendo Ocarina of Time remake. (83%)
likely Searching for 'Zelda' or 'Ocarina of Time' triggers an animation of the Master Sword. (83%)
likely Search results resemble those from 1998 after the animation. (83%)
likely The 1998-style results include blue hyperlinks and brief excerpts from webpages. (83%)
likely Clicking the Master Sword leads to a visual distortion and takes users to the 1998 version of Google. (68%)
likely The 1998 version of Google features blue links for search results and includes the 'I'm feeling lucky' option. (68%)
likely The 'I'm Feeling Lucky' button is present in the 1998-style results. (83%)
likely The animation leads to a loading screen featuring a Triforce. (70%)
likely The Easter egg only works for searches related to the game. (70%)
likely The Master Sword appears in the bottom-right corner of the screen after typing 'zelda'. (68%)
likely The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is set to release on November 5, 2026. (68%)
likely The easter egg can also be triggered by typing 'Ocarina of Time'. (67%)
likely The 1998 Google interface features the old logo, blue links, and Times New Roman-like font. (67%)
likely This interface does not include AI search results, shopping links, or ads. (67%)
likely The original Ocarina of Time was released in 1998. (68%)
likely In 1998, cultural highlights included Saving Private Ryan, Britney Spears, Sex and the City, and The Boy Is Mine by Brandy and Monica. (68%)
likely Google experienced its worst stock market performance ever, losing $475 billion in value. (67%)
likely Google's AI search product is impacting its ad revenue. (67%)

Sources

Engadget — Google's Ocarina of Time Easter egg is a link to a past when Search wasn't horrible
https://www.engadget.com/2303943/googles-ocarina-of-time-easter-egg-is-a-link-to-a-past-when-search-wasnt-horrible/
IGN — Google Has a Cool The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Easter Egg That Transports Us Back to the 1998 Era of Search Results
https://www.ign.com/articles/zelda-ocarina-of-time-google-easter-egg
Kotaku — Google’s The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Easter Egg Makes The Search Engine What It Always Should’ve Been
https://kotaku.com/googles-the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-easter-egg-makes-the-search-engine-what-it-always-shouldve-been-2000752340

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