Nintendo Reveals Electronic Master Sword and Playable Ocarina for Zelda's 40th Anniversary

Nintendo's 40th Anniversary presentation for The Legend of Zelda was not only about the series' games. It also brought a substantial selection of merchandise into view, with a new electronic Master Sword leading the charge. The replica is intended to arrive alongside the forthcoming The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake later this year, though several important details--including its release date, price, scale, and specific electronic functions--have not yet been announced.

The reveal places the Master Sword among a broader collection of Zelda anniversary items that includes playable ocarinas, Huzzle collaboration figures, and the already announced Heroes of Hyrule action figures. For collectors, it is an ambitious range spanning display replicas, puzzles, musical accessories, and poseable character figures. For fans waiting to revisit one of Nintendo's most influential adventures in remake form, the lineup also suggests that the company is treating the new Ocarina of Time release as a major merchandising moment rather than a standalone game launch.

An electronic Master Sword joins a competitive replica field

The electronic Master Sword is the most immediately eye-catching item shown during the presentation. Nintendo has not yet explained precisely what its electronic component entails. There is no confirmation of lights, sounds, motion functions, haptics, or game connectivity, leaving fans to speculate based on the product's name and a brief look at its design.

Hasbro had previously teased that a sword-shaped product was in development in July, so the new reveal gives that tease a clear Zelda context. Even so, its position in the market remains uncertain. A detailed Master Sword can be sold as anything from an accessible shelf collectible to a premium, close-to-full-scale prop, and the initial footage does not establish which audience this version is targeting.

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That distinction will matter. The Master Sword is one of gaming's most recognizable weapons, and collectors have long had options at dramatically different quality and pricing levels. One notable point of comparison is Bandai's Proplica Master Sword. That electronic replica includes sound effects and rumble functionality, runs on two AA batteries, and comes with a sheath and display stand. It has become a favored option among enthusiasts, but its $199.99 GameStop price makes it a premium purchase.

Hasbro's new model could be particularly compelling if it offers a meaningful feature set below that kind of price point. But there is currently no basis for assuming that it will. Its materials, dimensions, battery requirements, accessories, and retail cost are all still unknown. The unanswered questions are especially important because a sword replica needs to satisfy different expectations depending on whether it is designed for display, cosplay, role-play, or a mixture of all three.

For now, Nintendo's presentation establishes only the central appeal: a new officially branded electronic version of Link's legendary blade is on the way. Further product details will determine whether it is positioned as a casual anniversary item or a serious collectible intended to challenge higher-end replicas.

Two ocarina products aim to bring Link's songs into players' hands

The Master Sword may command attention, but the ocarina announcements are more directly connected to the identity of Ocarina of Time. Nintendo showed its own playable ocarina as part of the anniversary merchandise, while accessory maker Hori is preparing a separate "electric ocarina." Together, the products lean into the instrument that helped define Link's Nintendo 64 quest and its time-bending musical mechanics.

Hori's product initially raises a natural question: what exactly makes an ocarina electric? Its official store listing provides a partial answer. The device is compatible with Ocarina of Time's voice-recognition feature, allowing players to use Link's songs in-game themselves. That is a distinctive idea, turning what could have been a simple themed novelty into an accessory with a gameplay connection.

The electric ocarina also includes a secondary mode that can play through the songs automatically. This should make the device more approachable for collectors or fans who want to enjoy the musical nostalgia without learning every tune and fingering pattern. It may also help preserve the theatrical appeal of the accessory: the player can hold an ocarina and trigger familiar Zelda melodies even if they are not ready to perform them manually.

Nintendo has not indicated whether the electronic Master Sword will receive any comparable in-game compatibility. The Hori ocarina's voice-recognition support makes that question more interesting, because it demonstrates a willingness to pair physical anniversary products with game-specific functions. Still, there is no confirmation that the sword does anything beyond its own onboard electronics, if it includes those at all.

The presence of both a standard playable ocarina and Hori's more technologically focused version gives fans a choice in concept, even though release timing and pricing have not been detailed. One appears rooted in the appeal of owning and playing a real-world version of Zelda's iconic instrument. The other is explicitly designed around a bridge between physical performance and the remake's interactive systems.

Huzzle Master Sword and Hylian Shield figures offer puzzle-focused collectibles

Not every addition to the anniversary range is built around electronics. Nintendo also highlighted a partnership with Huzzle for Master Sword and Hylian Shield figures. These are offered in full-color and gold variants, providing a more compact collectible option than a large replica sword or a functional musical device.

The Huzzle items are not entirely new to prospective buyers. They have been available for pre-order for some time, and the $27.99 figures are currently stocked through Amazon. Their reappearance during the anniversary presentation makes sense, however, as their legendary equipment theme pairs neatly with the new Master Sword reveal and the wider celebration.

Gold editions are a familiar collector strategy, but they fit Zelda's iconography especially well. The Master Sword and Hylian Shield have strong silhouettes that remain recognizable even without their usual blue, purple, silver, and red color palette. That gives the alternate finish a display-oriented appeal rather than making it feel like a purely arbitrary recolor.

For fans who enjoy tabletop puzzles and smaller memorabilia, the Huzzle range may be the most practical part of the slate. A large electronic sword can require wall space or a dedicated stand, while an ocarina accessory has a more specialized purpose. Small figures based on Zelda's most famous gear are easier to collect, display, or give as gifts, and the listed $27.99 pricing makes them substantially less intimidating than premium prop replicas.

Heroes of Hyrule figures remain set for spring 2027

The presentation also revisited the Heroes of Hyrule figures first announced at Comic Con. This poseable lineup includes Link, Princess Zelda, and Ganondorf, giving the anniversary collection its most character-driven products. The three figures are due to launch in spring 2027.

That timing means the figure line sits apart from the immediate push around the Ocarina of Time remake later this year. Rather than arriving solely as launch-window tie-ins, Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf appear positioned as part of the longer celebration of the franchise's 40th year. It is also a practical reminder that Nintendo's anniversary merchandising will continue beyond the first set of announcements.

Poseable versions of the series' core trio offer a different kind of appeal from weapon replicas and puzzle figures. Articulation allows collectors to recreate confrontations, heroic stances, and display scenes, while the character selection covers the classic Zelda balance of hero, princess, and villain. The lineup's continued presence in promotional material suggests it remains an important component of the overall collection despite its later release window.

A broad anniversary range with key details still to come

Nintendo's latest Zelda merchandise reveals form a notably wide net. The electronic Master Sword is aimed at fans who want a centerpiece collectible. The playable and electric ocarinas celebrate the specific musical legacy of Ocarina of Time. Huzzle's Master Sword and Hylian Shield products offer smaller puzzle-oriented pieces, while the Heroes of Hyrule figures provide a more traditional action-figure option.

The biggest remaining mystery is still the electronic Master Sword itself. Until Hasbro and Nintendo clarify its functions, scale, and price, it is impossible to say whether it will become a genuine alternative to established premium replicas such as the Proplica model. Its potential is obvious, though: the Master Sword is the kind of object that Zelda fans have wanted to display, wield, and hear come to life for decades.

Likewise, the Hori electric ocarina's voice-recognition integration could become one of the more unusual game accessories associated with the remake, provided players embrace its mix of novelty instrument and gameplay tool. With no release dates announced for the newly shown merchandise, fans will need to wait for a clearer look at when each item will arrive and what the electronic products will ultimately cost.

What is clear is that Nintendo is expanding the celebration well beyond software. As Ocarina of Time prepares for its remake return, the company is offering fans multiple ways to bring pieces of Hyrule into their homes--whether that means solving a Huzzle puzzle, displaying a gold Hylian Shield, playing the Song of Time, or finally raising an electronic Master Sword of their own.