The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time GOLD Edition Nintendo 64 Cartridge Only
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The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time GOLD Edition for the Nintendo 64 is a classic role-playing and action-adventure game released in 1998 by Nintendo. This special edition includes unique features such as the ability to play the ocarina to summon a horse, solve puzzles, change time, and more. Players can explore a 3D Hyrule for the first time in the best-selling Legend of Zelda series, using bombs, arrows, and sword attacks to defeat a variety of enemies. The game is rated E for Everyone and is compatible with NTSC-U/C (US/Canada) region consoles. Made in Japan, this unit offers an immersive…
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Full Specifications
| region | NTSC-U |
|---|---|
| variant | Gold Collector's Edition |
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