Welcome to Our Complete Ocarina of Time Walkthrough
Welcome to the comprehensive walkthrough for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. This strategy guide is structured to achieve 100% completion through an optimized, efficient path.
Originally released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, Ocarina of Time remains one of the most influential video games ever created. The game introduced players to a fully realized 3D Hyrule, memorable dungeons, iconic characters, and mechanics that would shape action-adventure games for decades to come.
Whether you’re experiencing Ocarina of Time for the very first time or revisiting Hyrule as a longtime Zelda fan, this walkthrough aims to help you complete every dungeon, discover every Heart Piece, collect every Gold Skulltula, and uncover the many secrets hidden throughout the kingdom.
This guide includes:
- Step-by-step walkthroughs
- Dungeon guides
- Boss strategies
- Heart Piece locations
- Gold Skulltula locations
- Side quests
- Equipment upgrades
- Video walkthroughs
- Original screenshots
- 100% completion resources
Table of Contents
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About Ocarina of Time
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time follows Link as he travels across Hyrule to stop Ganondorf from obtaining the Triforce and plunging the kingdom into darkness.
The game introduced several groundbreaking mechanics including:
- Z-Targeting
- Context-sensitive actions
- Dynamic day/night cycles
- Time travel between childhood and adulthood
- Fully realized 3D dungeon exploration
Today, Ocarina of Time is widely considered one of the greatest video games ever made and remains one of the most celebrated entries in The Legend of Zelda series.
Ocarina of Time Versions
Nintendo 64 (1998)
The original release that introduced players to Hyrule in three dimensions for the very first time.
Features:
- Original graphics and audio
- N64 controller support
- Multiple cartridge revisions
- Original Fire Temple soundtrack
- Classic speedrunning version
Ocarina of Time 3D (Nintendo 3DS)
Released in 2011, Ocarina of Time 3D updated the original adventure with improved visuals, updated controls, and quality-of-life enhancements.
Key improvements include:
- Enhanced character models
- Improved textures
- Gyroscope aiming
- Touchscreen inventory management
- Boss Challenge Mode
- Master Quest included
Many players consider Ocarina of Time 3D to be the definitive version of the game.
Ocarina of Time Remake (Nintendo Switch 2)
Nintendo officially announced The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake during the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, confirming a release window later in 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2.
While Nintendo has not yet revealed extensive gameplay details, the reveal trailer showed a completely reimagined visual presentation and confirmed that Link’s legendary adventure is being rebuilt for a new generation of players.
As additional information becomes available, this page will be updated with:
- Release date information
- Gameplay details
- Version comparisons
- New features
- Remake-exclusive content
Complete Walkthrough
Follow Link’s journey from Kokiri Forest to the final battle against Ganondorf.
Child Link
Chapter 1 – Kokiri Forest
- Meet Navi
- Obtain the Kokiri Sword
- Gather the Deku Shield
- Visit the Great Deku Tree
Chapter 2 – Inside the Great Deku Tree
- Dungeon walkthrough
- Compass
- Dungeon Map
- Slingshot
- Queen Gohma boss guide
Chapter 3 – Hyrule Field & Castle Town
Chapter 4 – Hyrule Castle
Chapter 5 – Lon Lon Ranch
Chapter 6 – Kakariko Village
Chapter 7 – Death Mountain Trail
Chapter 8 – Goron City
Chapter 9 – Dodongo’s Cavern
Chapter 10 – Zora’s River
Chapter 11 – Zora’s Domain
Chapter 12 – Jabu-Jabu’s Belly
Chapter 13 – The Master Sword
Adult Link
Chapter 14 – Temple of Time
Chapter 15 – Forest Temple
Chapter 16 – Fire Temple
Chapter 17 – Ice Cavern
Chapter 18 – Water Temple
Chapter 19 – Bottom of the Well
Chapter 20 – Shadow Temple
Chapter 21 – Gerudo Fortress
Chapter 22 – Spirit Temple
Chapter 23 – Ganon’s Castle
Chapter 24 – Final Battle
Ocarina of Time Side Guides
Collectibles
- All Heart Pieces
- All Gold Skulltulas
- All Bottles
- Piece of Heart Guide
- Magic Bean Locations
Equipment
- Biggoron’s Sword
- Tunic Upgrades
- Quiver Upgrades
- Bomb Bag Upgrades
- Bullet Bag Upgrades
Side Quests
- Biggoron Trading Sequence
- Happy Mask Side Quest
- Epona Guide
- Scarecrow Song Guide
- Fishing Guide
Songs
- Zelda’s Lullaby
- Epona’s Song
- Sun’s Song
- Song of Time
- Song of Storms
- All Ocarina Songs
100% Completion Guide
Looking to complete everything Ocarina of Time has to offer?
Our 100% completion guide covers:
- Every Heart Piece
- Every Gold Skulltula
- Every Upgrade
- Every Side Quest
- Every Optional Reward
- Every Secret