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Saturday Night Live featured a Weekend Update sketch starring live-action versions of video game protagonists Jason Duval and Link, played respectively by Marcello Hernández and Mikey Day.
The six-minute segment included Weekend Update hosts Colin Jost and Michael Che, incorporating jokes about purchasing role-playing games, solving puzzles in Hyrule, and stealing vehicles.
Viewer reactions were mixed. Grand Theft Auto fans criticized Hernández's Jason for having limited references and a basic outfit, whereas Day's Link costume earned praise for its accurate tunic and details from the Nintendo title.
The broadcast aired during an episode hosted by Dakota Johnson, featuring musical guest Turnstile and a cameo by Taylor Swift.
The skit reflected anticipation surrounding November 2026 releases. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake arrives November 5 for Nintendo Switch 2, while Rockstar Games' title is scheduled for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on November 19.
