New Zelda and GTA represent a games industry that no longer exists

The upcoming releases of Grand Theft Auto VI and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time represent a games industry that no longer exists, with the former being a behemoth of a game with unprecedented demand and the latter being a lavish remake of a beloved classic. The demand for GTA VI is so high that it could boost flagging console sales, with 29% of US gamers intending to buy the game. The release of the two games is notable for being major exclusives for their respective platforms, with GTA VI being a flagship title for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, and Ocarina of Time being a next major exclusive for the Switch 2. The release of Ocarina of Time is also significant as it marks Nintendo's attempt to modernize one of its most influential and beloved games in history. The release of the two games comes after a terrible year for the gaming industry, but they bring some reprieve with their high anticipation and demand.