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The creaking stone door sound from the Temple of Time in The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time, used for dramatic reveals and dungeon entrances.

The sound captures the slow, heavy movement of the ancient stone doors inside the Temple of Time, grinding and rumbling as they slide open into a vast, echoing chamber. It begins with a low mechanical groan, builds with shifting stone and metallic echoes, and settles into a deep, reverberating hush that feels both sacred and foreboding. For players, it instantly signals that something important is about to be revealed, turning a simple doorway into a moment of anticipation, wonder and quiet tension before stepping into the unknown.

First heard in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, this sound accompanies the opening of the Door of Time inside the Temple of Time, the sacred place where Link eventually claims the Master Sword. As clips from the game circulated on video platforms and soundboards, the rumble became shorthand for ancient doors, hidden chambers and long-awaited reveals. It remains popular because Zelda fans recognise it instantly, while other creators use it as a ready-made cue for mystery, scale and discovery.

Pro Tip for Usage

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Drop it just as a hidden room or title card is revealed, letting the full grind play before music returns. Pair it with a slow zoom or fade from black, and avoid cutting it short, since the long echo sells the doorway's weight and scale.

Use Cases

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  • Revealing a secret room in a gameplay video.
  • Introducing a boss fight in an edited montage.
  • Opening a dungeon door in a Zelda tribute.
  • Transitioning to a dramatic plot twist reveal.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Temple of Time door sound?
It is the grinding, echoing sound of the Door of Time sliding open in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, marking the entrance to the chamber where the Master Sword rests.
Where does the sound come from in Ocarina of Time?
It comes from the Temple of Time in Hyrule Castle Town, where Link opens the Door of Time after placing the Spiritual Stones and playing the Song of Time.
Why do creators use this sound in videos?
Creators use it to signal a dramatic reveal, a hidden room or a major turning point, because its slow stone rumble instantly adds weight, mystery and nostalgia for Zelda fans.

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