The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask

 Nintendo 64
User Score
9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 1660 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,508 out of 1660
  2. Mixed: 69 out of 1660
  3. Negative: 83 out of 1660
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  1. PaxtonKrahn
    Jul 13, 2020
    0
    It was good with good atmosphere but was ruined when the time mechanic was shoveled in
  2. LineaK.
    Sep 1, 2007
    4
    It was simply to bizzare for my tastes. The bosses were just plain weird. When a giant mask grows limbs of un-skinned muscle and starts doing a russian dance across the rainbow-colored arena, I turn the game off. The sidequests, however were numerous and well done.
  3. SallyS.
    Jun 7, 2007
    0
    I hate timed games. The worst game in the series.
  4. 400lingrush
    Apr 4, 2011
    3
    The main idea behind MM seems to be to replace most of the dungeons with other sources of gameplay. If this sounds fine to you, you probably don't actually like the Zelda series. Ever since Zelda 1, every game has been designed around the dungeons, because that's what makes them fun. MM only has a few main dungeons, and they're not very good ones either. There isn't much to do in them, andThe main idea behind MM seems to be to replace most of the dungeons with other sources of gameplay. If this sounds fine to you, you probably don't actually like the Zelda series. Ever since Zelda 1, every game has been designed around the dungeons, because that's what makes them fun. MM only has a few main dungeons, and they're not very good ones either. There isn't much to do in them, and to even go in them, you have to run around doing errands for an hour (just like WoW). Now, I'm not saying Zelda absolutely has to be focused on dungeons. The issue is that 90% of the gameplay is designed to only work with the dungeons.

    And then, there's the obvious flaws. The fact that they reused everything from OoT, all those masks that barely even change the gameplay, and the fact that Nintendo charges full price for this game. Basically, don't buy this game. If you have to play it, borrow it from someone, and if you're not bored after a few hours, I guess go ahead and buy it.    … Expand
  5. metacensorship
    Aug 28, 2016
    2
    Okay, wow nintendo, you're making me beat up kids now? And it has to be some kid that wears a mask because he's ugly or something? Nintendo are **** bullies or something. Anyway, this game's **** weird and creepy. I think I turned into a tree or something and I was supposed to fight the moon. Not only are Nintendo bullies, but they also trip on acid or something occasionally, like what theOkay, wow nintendo, you're making me beat up kids now? And it has to be some kid that wears a mask because he's ugly or something? Nintendo are **** bullies or something. Anyway, this game's **** weird and creepy. I think I turned into a tree or something and I was supposed to fight the moon. Not only are Nintendo bullies, but they also trip on acid or something occasionally, like what the **** 2/10 not the moon I was wanting to see, where's the elf girl?… Expand
  6. Ryencoke
    May 13, 2005
    1
    This is the worst Zelda game, it's not fun at all.
  7. TaraW.
    Dec 5, 2006
    0
    This game sucked it was so stupid it did have that Zelda feel to it lol it didnt feel Zelda like the story line was stupid to But I LOVEDDDD the OOT best game ever.
  8. TarikT.
    Oct 22, 2001
    3
    The story sucked as well as the gameplay, and believe me I would know, I have been gaming all my life.
  9. Char
    Jul 25, 2002
    0
    It doesn't even deserve the name Legend of Zelda. Poor story line and redone Ocarina dungeons make Majora's Mask nothing but a cheap Ocarina of Time remake!
  10. asdfre
    Jan 13, 2017
    0
    Not only is this game overrated, it is also one of the worst Zelda games I have played. The groundhog day gimmick is forced down your throat, there is very little story and there are some of the worst dungeons and bosses I've seen in the series. There are only two sidequests worth the effort, despite claims that all of them are brilliant.
    It is a crime that this sorry excuse for a Zelda    Not only is this game overrated, it is also one of the worst Zelda games I have played. The groundhog day gimmick is forced down your throat, there is very little story and there are some of the worst dungeons and bosses I've seen in the series. There are only two sidequests worth the effort, despite claims that all of them are brilliant.
    It is a crime that this sorry excuse for a Zelda is ranked above Twilight Princess and Skyward Sword. Sorry contrarians, this is a video game that did deserve the hate when it came out.    … Expand
  11. Wulgard
    Mar 21, 2017
    0
    This game is pure trash. How can people like this game? The graphics are garbage bad. Its like if a team of amateur did this game. Its way too easy, the story is atrociously bad, all the characters are forgettable.
  12. angrymcangryson
    Jan 20, 2019
    0
    This game blows. if you think otherwise you're wearing nostalgia glasses. i hate this game.
  13. Tamadar
    Jan 9, 2020
    4
    One of the greates and darkest Zelda games. I always liked Time manupulation theme. Thats why Majora's Mask one of the favourites
  14. eR1c245
    Oct 18, 2017
    3
    Visually this is a great looking game, but overall I find it extremely frustrating and not like any of the other Zelda games I've played. Lots of mini games that I find to be kind of pointless, and timed tasks that are really frustrating. ...yeah, I found this to be a huge disappointment, and annoyed that this got such great reviews as it led me to purchase it. :(
  15. Owen76287
    Feb 11, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is a master piece and a cult classic.

    I would say that this was the most excited I've ever been to play a game. I'm also probably the only person to buy a Nintendo 64, Expansion pak and Ocarina of time just to play Majora's Mask. I honestly think that the game story is definitely in my top three, and is full of interesting plot points. The characters are amazing, the gameplay is just as good as OoT and the environment is even better than Oot. I have never been so interesting in a Game story before MM. The Impending doom, sad music on day 3, the characters reactions, the Moon ending it all. NOW THAT IS STORY. I when I first got the game I honestly felt very uneasy, and this is worse than the horror of games like Resident Evil 4. The musci is amazing as well and perfectly matches the tone of the game.

    The Mask mechanic is also a fun and useful one. I love the 3 day cycle and the restarting on the first day, and at some point I had to memorize the code for the observatory.

    If you have an Expansion Pak, 3DS or GameCUbe than you must play this game.    … Expand
  16. BTGgamer_1170
    Jul 5, 2022
    0
    I absolutely adore this title, as it was my childhood game! great story, tons of replay value and gave me good, no, great memories!
  17. constant249
    Jul 22, 2023
    0
    Incomparable to Ocarina of Time. It improves in what is quite literally every single aspect of that game

Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best N64 Game of 2000
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#1 Most Discussed N64 Game of 2000
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#1 Most Shared N64 Game of 2000

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Metascore
95

Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Nintendorks
    100
    Where Majora rises to the top is its concept – three days to save the world. The execution of the idea is flawless: time means everything and the player always has to be aware. The save system is absolutely perfect, letting players feel comfortable in controlling time but still keeping them on the edge of their seats when things get hairy.
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  2. CNET Gamecenter
    90
    Stunning, optimized graphics; immersive, rich sound; refined, complex, and deep gameplay; and a mature, gripping plot make it a game that you won't want to miss.
  3. Da Gameboyz
    100
    Da Graphics: To say nothing short of astonishing is an understatement.
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