Nintendo UK's Ocarina of Time Remake bundle, which paired the upcoming game with an official Legend of Zelda pin, has sold out. The package was priced at £61.98 and is expected to reach buyers on November 5. While it was easy to read the pin as a new pre-order incentive at a glance, it was actually an existing piece of Zelda merchandise added to the store bundle rather than a newly created exclusive bonus.
That distinction matters for collectors. The ocarina pin had previously been available by itself through Nintendo UK for £12.99, well before the remake was announced. It is no longer in stock individually, however, and the bundle's sellout means prospective buyers currently have few straightforward options for obtaining one at retail. The game's digital edition is also listed as unavailable at the time of writing.
For those who did secure the physical bundle, the collectible is more substantial than a simple printed badge. It is a metal, three-dimensional recreation of Link's iconic seven-hole instrument from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. It is designed less like flat promotional enamel art and more like a miniature display version of the in-game ocarina, complete with recessed details that give it noticeable texture.
A small replica rather than a flat badge
Official game pins come in many forms, from tiny logos to character portraits and event-specific designs. This one aims for a more tactile approach. The ocarina's holes are genuine crevices in the metal rather than circles painted onto a flat surface, giving the piece a closer visual connection to the famous blue instrument that Link uses throughout Hyrule.
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The main body uses a deep royal blue, set against a plain black backing. Detail work includes the Triforce symbol positioned above the mouthpiece and small silver engraved swirls on either side. Those touches are important because the Ocarina of Time itself has a highly recognizable silhouette and decoration; a simpler blue instrument-shaped pin would not have had the same effect for longtime Zelda fans.
The finish has been described as clean, with the colors staying within their intended sections and the sculpted elements helping it stand apart from standard flat merchandise. That makes the original £12.99 standalone price easier to understand. In the context of the £61.98 game bundle, the additional £2.99 over the game's apparent base price represented a relatively modest way to add an official collectible.
It also makes the bundle appealing to buyers who prefer physical gaming memorabilia that can be displayed after launch. The pin is small enough for a shelf, cork board, ita bag, jacket, or backpack, but detailed enough to work as a miniature Zelda artifact among larger figures and replicas. Fans building an Ocarina of Time-themed collection could pair it with Spiritual Stone replicas, other Hyrule collectibles, or the separately available fairy-inspired pin from Nintendo UK.
Its weight is worth considering
There is one practical issue for anyone planning to wear the pin rather than display it: it is made from metal and is heavier than many lightweight badges. The included rear fastening is rubber, which is common on enamel-style pins, but the added weight means it may be more vulnerable to coming loose from a jacket lapel, backpack strap, or other fabric item if it catches on something.
A locking pin back is a sensible precaution. These replacement fasteners grip the post more firmly than a conventional rubber clasp and can reduce the risk of a collectible falling away unnoticed during a commute, convention visit, or day out. That is especially relevant now that the pin is sold out through the official storefront. Losing it would not be as simple as placing another £12.99 order.
Collectors who do wear it may also want to think about placement. A secure, thicker section of fabric is preferable to a loose outer pocket or a bag strap that gets handled frequently. A display board, shadow box, or protected shelf remains the lowest-risk choice, particularly for anyone who wants to preserve the finish over time. The sculpted holes and raised detailing are a major part of the design's appeal, but they also make the pin feel like an item worth keeping in good condition.
Resale listings are already higher than retail
With official stock gone, resale pricing has started to climb. Listings have appeared at around £21.50, a significant increase over the pin's former £12.99 retail price. That does not necessarily establish a permanent market value, but it demonstrates why owners should be cautious with the item and why interested fans may wish to avoid overpaying if more official stock or alternate retailer availability emerges later.
The collectible is attractive, but its appeal comes from craftsmanship and its connection to one of Nintendo's most celebrated adventures--not from it being an especially rare premium artifact at launch. The bundle itself appears to have moved quickly, yet it was built around stock that had already been sold separately for months. Anyone evaluating a resale listing should keep that context in mind.
For buyers who missed the ocarina, Nintendo UK still has the Legend of Zelda Fairy Pin listed at £12.99. Its look is strongly reminiscent of Navi, the fairy companion associated with Ocarina of Time. It is not a substitute for the miniature instrument, but it offers a related official option for fans who want something tied to the game's world without entering a higher-priced resale market.
A collector-focused addition to the remake launch
Game bundles are often judged by whether their extras feel meaningful or disposable. In this case, the ocarina pin has a clear thematic link to the remake and a design that goes beyond a logo stamped on a backing card. The Triforce marking, blue finish, silver flourishes, and genuinely recessed finger holes make it recognizable even at a small scale.
It is also the kind of accessory that may be better appreciated in person than in a storefront thumbnail. The three-dimensional metal construction gives it a little more presence than promotional plastic pins, while the small size keeps it appropriate for a wider Zelda display. For fans who have held onto other official badges from games such as Tears of the Kingdom, it should make a notably different addition due to its replica-like shape.
There is an extra layer of anticipation around it because the game and pin are still weeks away from delivery. Buyers who locked in the sold-out Nintendo UK bundle will receive a collectible that was already known to Zelda merchandise collectors, but which now arrives with an especially fitting new release. The November 5 delivery window gives them time to decide whether the pin belongs on a jacket, bag, pin board, or shelf.
For the safest long-term route, display may be the answer. The Ocarina of Time pin's color and sculpted design make it well suited to sitting alongside other Hyrule keepsakes, and a shelf display avoids the risks that come with an unusually weighty accessory. Those who want to wear it can still do so, but a locking backing is likely a worthwhile small investment.
Ultimately, the sold-out bundle's appeal rests on a simple idea executed well: a game named for a legendary instrument arrives with a miniature version of that instrument. It is not a newly produced exclusive created solely for the remake, and it may not be easy to replace now, but it remains a polished piece of official Zelda merchandise. For the fans who managed to order one, the most important preparation before November 5 may not be clearing game time--it may be finding a secure place to put the pin.
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