[Update] Nintendo has now officially announced the new Nintendo Switch Zelda OLED model, the Tears of the Kingdom edition, launching on April 28 for $ $359.99. This model doesn't include the game. In addition to this, fans will be able to get their hands on a new Pro controller and Zelda-themed case launching on May 12.

　　Prepare for the epic quest ahead with this #NintendoSwitch – OLED Model The Legend of #Zelda: #TearsOfTheKingdom Edition, launching 28/04. pic.twitter.com/vTe5QIIW7s

　　— Nintendo of Europe (@NintendoEurope) March 28, 2023

　　Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Switch OLED will cost $359.99. Does not include the game, releasing April 28th.

　　Pro Controller ($74.99) and case ($24.99) releasing May 12th https://t.co/A04rTpVLPN

　　— Wario64 (@Wario64) March 28, 2023

　　[Original story] A new Nintendo Switch Zelda OLED model might very well be announced during today's The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom showcase.

　　At least, that's what an alleged GameStop employee claims on the Tears of the Kingdom subreddit. Nintendo finally announced an actual gameplay showcase for its upcoming Breath of the Wild sequel yesterday, and according to Reddit user 'SecretSantaSeven', a new Nintendo Switch SKU was added to GameStop's internal database. According to the alleged employee, this might very well be the rumored Tears of the Kingdom-themed Switch OLED model that we posted about some months ago. Of course, anyone can claim to have this kind of 'information', but the 'employee' also posted a shot of GameStop's internal database showing the new Switch SKU.

　　Whether this is real remains to be seen, but we wanted to share this nonetheless as we're pretty sure that Zelda fans will appreciate it. Also, it only seems logical that Nintendo will release a Zelda-themed Switch model as the sequel will be one of the company's biggest (and arguably the most popular) releases in years.

　　Nintendo has officially confirmed the existence of a Zelda-themed OLED model releasing alongside Tears of the Kingdom this May, but eagle-eyed users on social media did find references in the game's recently-announced collector's edition and the game's most recent trailer.

　　Rumored Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Switch OLED Joy-Con

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　　Pin case featured in Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Collector's Edition pic.twitter.com/ZMXebhxRhR

　　— Nintendeal (@Nintendeal) February 9, 2023

　　We'll update you as soon as we learn more about this rumored The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch OLED model. For now, take the information above with a pinch of salt. Of course, we'll also post more information about today's Tears of the Kingdom showcase as soon as we can.

Explore the vast land—and skies—of Hyrule

　　An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for the Nintendo Switch system. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination.

　　In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you’ll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link’s new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?

　　The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom launches on the Nintendo Switch on May 12. The game is the sequel to 2017's Breath of the Wild - which is considered to be one of the best Zelda entries of all time, and also one of the best games ever created.