The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D

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  1. bernlin2000
    Feb 27, 2015
    10
    All that you could ever want from a remake of Majora's Mask, one of the most unique and unusual in the Zelda series (and one that's close to my heart). This remake is even more well-done than OoT: the inventory screen is more touch-friendly (letting you drag items around) and everything looks better than the N64 version. It's remarkably epic to be able to play such a deep, involved gamesAll that you could ever want from a remake of Majora's Mask, one of the most unique and unusual in the Zelda series (and one that's close to my heart). This remake is even more well-done than OoT: the inventory screen is more touch-friendly (letting you drag items around) and everything looks better than the N64 version. It's remarkably epic to be able to play such a deep, involved games like OoT and MM on such a small system. If you own a 3DS (or even a 2DS, I played without 3D almost always and didn't miss it at all) you owe it to yourself to play this game, if you hadn't already. If you have already played it, you probably bought it anyhow like me :-) These games are worth preserving, as the N64 continues to age.… Expand
  2. EFYevan
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    A fantastic classic N64 game that has been remastered to perfection! While some may think Ocarina of Time is better than Majora's Mask, it really doesn't matter because both games are fantastic! Get and enjoy both! This game looks and feels great with my "NEW" Nintendo 3DS XL. Highly recommended, a masterpiece! 10/10 Well done again, Nintendo!
  3. BasilZero
    Oct 21, 2020
    10
    Game: The Legend of Zelda Majora's Mask 3D
    Genre: Action Adventure
    Developer: Grezzo Publisher: Nintendo System: Nintendo 3DS (3DS) Year of Release: 2015 Length of Playthrough: 31 Hours Total Score: 97/100 Value Score: 9.7/10 • Story: 10/10 • Characters: 10/10 • GamePlay: 10/10 • Graphics: 9/10 • Sound: 9/10 • Music: 9/10 • Length: 10/10 • Replay Value: 10/10 • Player    Game: The Legend of Zelda Majora's Mask 3D
    Genre: Action Adventure
    Developer: Grezzo
    Publisher: Nintendo
    System: Nintendo 3DS (3DS)
    Year of Release: 2015
    Length of Playthrough: 31 Hours

    Total Score: 97/100
    Value Score: 9.7/10

    • Story: 10/10
    • Characters: 10/10
    • GamePlay: 10/10
    • Graphics: 9/10
    • Sound: 9/10
    • Music: 9/10
    • Length: 10/10
    • Replay Value: 10/10
    • Player Value: 10/10

    Pros
    +Improved graphics and animation compared to the N64 version
    +QoL improvement: not having to quit each time after saving
    +QoL improvement: quest hints via statues and some quests shorten
    +QoL improvement: abilities and changes which make the game less of a headache compared to the N64 ver
    +Inventory screen reworked and boss battles reworked
    +New side quest exclusive to the 3DS remake

    Cons
    -A lot of backtracking for sidequests

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    Series wise score comparison sake

    The Legend of Zelda A Link To The Past (SNES): 91
    The Legend of Zelda A Link To The Past (GBA): 92
    The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX (3DS): 93
    The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS): 100
    The Legend of Zelda Majora's Mask 3D (3DS): 97
    The Legend of Zelda Twilight Princess (GCN): N/A
    The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword (Wii): 96
    The Legend of Zelda A Link Between Worlds (3DS): 94
    The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild (WiiU): 99
    The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition (3DS): 78
    The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes (3DS): 74    … Expand
  4. simplicity14
    Feb 17, 2015
    10
    I've read a lot of claims that nostalgia plays a huge role in how people view Majora's Mask. Speaking as someone who hasn't played the game in something like 10 years, I was really looking forward to the possibility (and eventual reality) of playing an enhanced version of one of my favorite childhood games.
    My intent was to view the game from the fresh lens of a modern gamer, withholding    I've read a lot of claims that nostalgia plays a huge role in how people view Majora's Mask. Speaking as someone who hasn't played the game in something like 10 years, I was really looking forward to the possibility (and eventual reality) of playing an enhanced version of one of my favorite childhood games.
    My intent was to view the game from the fresh lens of a modern gamer, withholding expectation. I can honestly say that I was not only satisfied with this remake but also impressed by how well the game holds up to modern standards in spite of its age. It felt fresh, unique, and incredibly timeless (so to speak).

    You can tell that Grezzo put a lot of effort into enhancing the graphical quality of the game while maintaining the atmosphere and feel, just as they did with Ocarina of Time 3D. The story and characters are unique, deep, and lively. The transformation masks are diverse and fun. There is a real weight to Link's responsibility, and the resulting pressure and trepidation from a limited three-day time loop remains a novel component of the game. I can definitely say it is one of the better single-player gaming experiences I have had as of late.

    There truly is nothing quite like it, past or present. And in the end, that's precisely what makes it so great.    … Expand
  5. Kenmei
    Feb 23, 2015
    10
    This is a wonderful remake of what was always my favorite Zelda game. The game has been polished up and some things have been moved here and there for a quality of life change and I love it. Now, the camera is still a major problem in the game and the difficulty of the game was made even a little bit easier than the original and the original was already fairly easy. But that doesn't doThis is a wonderful remake of what was always my favorite Zelda game. The game has been polished up and some things have been moved here and there for a quality of life change and I love it. Now, the camera is still a major problem in the game and the difficulty of the game was made even a little bit easier than the original and the original was already fairly easy. But that doesn't do anything to lower its score in my book. This was a top 3 game on the N64 when it came out back in 2000 and the remake did nothing to change my mind. It's a great nostalgia trip and one I can't recommend enough.… Expand
  6. DarthSidious63
    Mar 16, 2015
    10
    I am sorry that I never played this jem when it came out for the N64 15 years ago. It was most likely the same reasons that other people who didn't play it. It came out rather late of the N64's lifecycle and it was unusual.
  7. tomymg
    Feb 17, 2015
    10
    After more than 1 decade I can revive some of my deepest and most beautiful memories: I was 5 years old and me and my brother played this game for Nintendo 64. Nintendo has done (one more time) a masterpiece. Thanks for it.
  8. AhmadAlsumain
    Feb 19, 2015
    10
    I am so in love with this game in a shocking way. Honestly, I am a fan of the series, but this one is very special. It is different, and different in a good way. Really, I am now over 40 hours of playing and still have more missions to go. The three days loop is very unique lets you witness a horrific tragedy over and over. It is amazing how nearly every single character in Termina has hisI am so in love with this game in a shocking way. Honestly, I am a fan of the series, but this one is very special. It is different, and different in a good way. Really, I am now over 40 hours of playing and still have more missions to go. The three days loop is very unique lets you witness a horrific tragedy over and over. It is amazing how nearly every single character in Termina has his or her unique character and story to tell. I love it how characters move around the town and they do different things during the 3 days cycle. Some are terrified from the moon, some have leave the town, and others stick to the town out of pride.

    Speaking of characters, the missions are by the far in the history of the series. Really, the boomers notbook makes it very easy to track your side quests record. It's an organized systematic note helps you to know what else can you to add to the fun. Without spoiling anything, there's a side quest that's very long but very rewarding to do. It is the best side quest in any other zelda game.

    Lastly, there are four main dungeons (and few somewhere between), I rate three of them as great, and the last one is EPIC.

    Great game!    … Expand
  9. JackValentine
    Feb 18, 2015
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a testament to game design as a whole and still delivers today what it did some 15 years ago: The most unique experience in the series, and one of the most unique experiences you can have with a game.
  10. steamlord
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    this game is so good, dark, moody, fun and challenging, the original one was a masterpiece and this remake don't disappoints, everything has been overhauled, the graphics, gameplay, interface, frame rate, textures, music quality. i f you like really good video games then buy this one.
  11. Kazek7
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    Absolutely amazing, and worth every cent of my money. This is a very solid remake, and it works very well with the N3DS XL. The controls work very well, the story is just the same as it was on the N64, And I can't find much to complain about.
  12. Ibanez89
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    Right now, I feel mind controlled and compelled to write this review. I was sitting on my couch playing this game and ended up here with no control.
    I am going to keep this short and sweet. Otherwise I'll go on forever.
    This game is a gem. Everything about it. Even better than the original version and I loved that. Remember everything you knew and loved from the N64 version? Well it    Right now, I feel mind controlled and compelled to write this review. I was sitting on my couch playing this game and ended up here with no control.
    I am going to keep this short and sweet. Otherwise I'll go on forever.

    This game is a gem. Everything about it. Even better than the original version and I loved that.
    Remember everything you knew and loved from the N64 version? Well it will be in this. Nothing else has changed, except a couple of NPC's being relocated to different areas, and making it more beneficial to track our quests.
    The music, the gameplay, the immersion and longevity are still here. Don't listen to those trolls who complain about stupid things like the bank being moved behind the clock tower.
    You need this game. As soon as possible.    … Expand
  13. SmellyMattress
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    One of the greatest games of a generation and we get to play it once again with new found glory, Majora's Mask 3ds is truly a masterful remake in which I believe is slightly a step ahead of its predecessor Ocarina of time.
  14. JJTX
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    I played and beat The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask on my Nintendo 64 when it was first released. At the time, I had mixed feelings about it. I revisited the game a decade later when it came to Wii Virtual Console, and I found I didn't care to finish it a second time. I found it to be too obtuse at times, frustrating at others, and not exactly what I wanted from a Zelda game. Fast forwardI played and beat The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask on my Nintendo 64 when it was first released. At the time, I had mixed feelings about it. I revisited the game a decade later when it came to Wii Virtual Console, and I found I didn't care to finish it a second time. I found it to be too obtuse at times, frustrating at others, and not exactly what I wanted from a Zelda game. Fast forward another five years, and along comes The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D. I eagerly picked it up on Day One, hoping to revisit a new and improved game that addressed the problems with the original. I was not disappointed. I finally found the game Eiji Aonuma fully intended to make, and I enjoyed it immensely this time around. Even if you disliked the first version, I strongly recommend MM3D to every Zelda fan.… Expand
  15. kdkade
    Feb 23, 2015
    10
    I cannot believe how good the game actually is. It has its years, but it's still in its prime. They don't make them like that anymore. This game manages to be both joyful and creepy, both silly and serious - and in a way that you can't draw the line between the one or the other, as it easily blends both into timeless masterpiece. You don't even need to be The Legend of Zelda fan toI cannot believe how good the game actually is. It has its years, but it's still in its prime. They don't make them like that anymore. This game manages to be both joyful and creepy, both silly and serious - and in a way that you can't draw the line between the one or the other, as it easily blends both into timeless masterpiece. You don't even need to be The Legend of Zelda fan to appreciate it, so try it out and see for yourself what is the definition of classic.… Expand
  16. BrushedRed
    Feb 16, 2015
    10
    They made the greatest game of all time even greater. Many say OoT is the greatest Zelda and it is in fact a masterpiece, but in my opinion, I have never found a Zelda to be better than Majora's Mask. I still never understood the E rating behind this game. The themes are pitch black, the antagonist is extraordinary and the three-day timer was actually greater of a helper than harm, as IThey made the greatest game of all time even greater. Many say OoT is the greatest Zelda and it is in fact a masterpiece, but in my opinion, I have never found a Zelda to be better than Majora's Mask. I still never understood the E rating behind this game. The themes are pitch black, the antagonist is extraordinary and the three-day timer was actually greater of a helper than harm, as I originally had thought. Rather than focusing on a main quest, this game focuses more on side quests and how they relate to the end of the world. The characters are emotional and very intriguing. The game really just sucks you in from beginning to end. The dungeons are among some of the most memorable, with Stone Tower Temple being my favorite dungeon in all of the saga. The only drawback to the N64 version was the save feature (requiring you to lose most items you use and reverting you back in case you were actually trying to finish something). This remake's save feature absolutely soars, allowing you to save at save points and continue where you were in case you had to leave at the moment. The graphics are vastly improved and the changes are quite minimal (the change of the bank location and a few of the stray fairies), which made me happy as it did not change any of the overall experience. They have literally taken my favorite game and expanded. If you're looking to relive nostalgia or new to the series, this is about the greatest thing you'll come across and a necessity for 3DS/2DS owners.… Expand
  17. tybyrd93
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    Fantastic remake of one of the most iconic games of all time. Majora's Mask is full of intriguing characters and sidequests, a wonderfully crafted world, and an interesting spin on the Zelda "formula" all with stepped up visuals and gameplay improvements that make reliving this classic a genuine pleasure.
  18. LateralusDragon
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    Great level design, quests, and the NPCs actually have emotion and character. Also a story that doesn't follow the typical story line of having to save a princess, what more could you want.
  19. kooltrex
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    WORTH EVERY PENNY! Awesome remake they blew the n64 version out of the water! If you own a 3ds then definetly get this game! Its fantastic and will make you wanna play other zeldas! :D
  20. DarkLordGig
    Feb 22, 2015
    10
    This is one of the greatest remakes into the system. IT has great graphics, great control and great gameplay. Nintendo really did do a very good job fixing all the complaints that were in the original (Which is still a really great game which I recommend purchasing on the virtual console)

    Any and all complaints against this remake are just nitpicks by nostalgia blind idiots.
  21. poncho531
    Apr 15, 2015
    10
    This game, man. This is definitely in the top 5 games that I have ever played. Link may have met with a terrible fate, but this game has met with the best.
  22. deadlysilentbob
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    I grew up playing zelda games of all makes and models. I love this series, and this game is no exception. I had beaten FULLY the n64 version of majoras mask twice so needless to say i was pretty efficient at it. when i started playing this game however, for what i thought was gonna be another leasurely playthrough, i was suprised at how much of the game they "tweaked". I will make thisI grew up playing zelda games of all makes and models. I love this series, and this game is no exception. I had beaten FULLY the n64 version of majoras mask twice so needless to say i was pretty efficient at it. when i started playing this game however, for what i thought was gonna be another leasurely playthrough, i was suprised at how much of the game they "tweaked". I will make this clear, I am ELATED that they did this! now i have the same game with all new suprises!

    for veterans, some of the main changes ive noticed (no spoilers): Clock town has been reorganised slightly, owl statues now allow for saving WITHOUT canceling the game or rewinding time, some in game dialogue has been added and existing dialogue has been altered slightly ("fleshed out"). Some songs you get slightly earlier, the bombers notebook is given to you so you dont have to play the "new" hide and seek twice, the bombers note book got a MAJOR overhaul and now supports in depth menus and an alarm feature to remind you of events, THERE IS AN EPIC FISHING MINI GAME THAT IS REMNICENT OF THE ONE IN TWILIGHT PRINCESS (sans boat)

    my only complaint? the clock on screen no longer looks pretty (heh)

    over all recomendation: if you own a 3ds you need this game.    … Expand
  23. EdwardWalsh
    Apr 22, 2015
    10
    A remake of perhaps the greatest classic ever released from Nintendo. Zelda: Majors Mask 3d offers a wide variety of crisp, refurbished game play and kept the things that were valued most from the original game and incorporated it into the DS version, only now, it's in HD. Playing this again after so many years of absence brought back prime memories of my youth. I remembered the beauty ofA remake of perhaps the greatest classic ever released from Nintendo. Zelda: Majors Mask 3d offers a wide variety of crisp, refurbished game play and kept the things that were valued most from the original game and incorporated it into the DS version, only now, it's in HD. Playing this again after so many years of absence brought back prime memories of my youth. I remembered the beauty of the game, yet forgot about all the content; which in a sense is a good thing because i felt i was playing an entirely new game. If you were ever once a fan of the Zelda Series, this is an absolute must own game for the Nintendo DS!… Expand
  24. DBPirate1129
    Feb 19, 2015
    10
    Majora's Mask 3D is a spectacular game. I can safely say that (after looking back at the Nintendo 64 version), this remake is perhaps Nintendo's finest "do-over" ever, with Super Mario 64 DS close behind it. The Bomber's Notebook, Song of Double Time, graphics, and controls have been remade and perfected. Speaking of the graphics, everything you see here in your Terminian adventure looksMajora's Mask 3D is a spectacular game. I can safely say that (after looking back at the Nintendo 64 version), this remake is perhaps Nintendo's finest "do-over" ever, with Super Mario 64 DS close behind it. The Bomber's Notebook, Song of Double Time, graphics, and controls have been remade and perfected. Speaking of the graphics, everything you see here in your Terminian adventure looks amazing and this is a 3DS game! The graphics are simply fantastic. The music is also great even though I was a bit disappointed that it didn't get upgraded as well. One thing in this game that must be commended are the side quests and the story. Termina feels like a living, breathing world and I love the three-day time mechanic.

    Overall, Majora's Mask 3D is definitely worth your time. All the changes are for the better, the graphics and music are amazing, and it's fun to explore this mid-apocalyptic setting. 10/10    … Expand
  25. dustinthewind2
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    As good as it was 15 years ago, the first time I played through it; but better. Revamped, 3D graphics; better time system; some better additions to the menu system; but same great game that so many didn't play on the Nintendo 64. If you liked Ocarina of Time, haven't played this, and don't have anything against games with that are 'time sensitive' (though this is really a non-issue now) inAs good as it was 15 years ago, the first time I played through it; but better. Revamped, 3D graphics; better time system; some better additions to the menu system; but same great game that so many didn't play on the Nintendo 64. If you liked Ocarina of Time, haven't played this, and don't have anything against games with that are 'time sensitive' (though this is really a non-issue now) in nature, you really owe yourself giving this game a shot. One of the best games from the N64 generation of consoles, and now one of the best 3DS games.… Expand
  26. LoneWolfSones
    Nov 7, 2015
    10
    Much like Ocarina of Time 3D, Majora's Mask on the 3DS updates and enhances the original N64 title. Even with its more saturated color palette its dark atmosphere still shines through. The game is much the same as you remember it. There are a few notable additions however. Fishing has been added as well as a Bomber's notebook. The bomber's notebook acts as a quest tracker and allows you toMuch like Ocarina of Time 3D, Majora's Mask on the 3DS updates and enhances the original N64 title. Even with its more saturated color palette its dark atmosphere still shines through. The game is much the same as you remember it. There are a few notable additions however. Fishing has been added as well as a Bomber's notebook. The bomber's notebook acts as a quest tracker and allows you to keep tabs on the various events that occur throughout the game and at what time.

    Majora's Mask is one of the harder games because of its 3 day cycle. And for that reason the bomber's notebook really does help players get an idea of where they need to go. This is simply another essential game for your 3DS.    … Expand
  27. Fritter
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    To anyone skeptical just buy it, its a masterpiece. The creepy atmosphere works perfectly for the theme of the game.The masks are a good gameplay feature and even though theres a lack of dungeons, it makes up for it with sidequests.
  28. PedroVicious
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    This is the Alice in wonderland or Wizard of oz of the Zelda series.
    Awesome musics, looks beautiful, interesting characters, great controls buy it now.
  29. JbCardar
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    This is a huge improvement over the original version because of the improved save feature. It's really easy not to save whenever you want. The Song of Double Time is also improved in this game. You can now travel forward in time to any hour in the game. And you can now schedule event in your Bombers Notebook. This new version is much less frustrating and much more accessible.

    I bought    This is a huge improvement over the original version because of the improved save feature. It's really easy not to save whenever you want. The Song of Double Time is also improved in this game. You can now travel forward in time to any hour in the game. And you can now schedule event in your Bombers Notebook. This new version is much less frustrating and much more accessible.

    I bought this game with my New Nintendo 3DS XL. The 3D works great, the graphics are beautiful (many of the character models have been completely redesigned. Even the Rupees and the Chests look brand new!) The C-Sitck really improves gameplay, and I haven't encountered any technical issues. It's not perfect (would give it a 4.5/5 if a could) but it's still a great game. I recommend this to anyone who owns a 3DS, especially the brand new model.    … Expand
  30. SmellyFuton
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    This game recaptures its dark and creepy setting once again in a brilliant remake. Majora's Mask 3ds is truly a must have for veterans of the series and especially a must have for those who have never played it.
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Metascore
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 82 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 81 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 82
  3. Negative: 0 out of 82
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 20, 2015
    90
    Dark, surreal, poignant. Link's foray into the world of Termina – a strange fascimile of Hyrule destined to be crushed beneath a grimacing moon unless our hero can find a way to stop its descent – is certainly one of his most unusual adventures, but it's also one of his best. [Issue #14: Old vs. New – March/April 2015, p.64]
  2. Games Master UK
    Apr 9, 2015
    91
    Another brilliant and bold 3DS must-buy. [April 2015, p.74]
  3. Washington Post
    Apr 6, 2015
    100
    To my immense surprise, I haven’t fallen for a Zelda game like this since I played the The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (1991). Evidence of master craftsmanship is everywhere in this game. By the time you’re flipping a temple upside down then right side up, you may discover that your imagination has been enlarged.
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