The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask

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  1. papainoel
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    well, what can I say about this game?
    That nintendo truly made the perfect RPG game, this game isn't about the story, but about happiness, despair and helping people.
    no other piece of art could ever make time seem so important as nintendo did no other game could make such good feeling of rejection, depression and despair, what it did is make people happy, all npcs have a dream, a thing    well, what can I say about this game?
    That nintendo truly made the perfect RPG game, this game isn't about the story, but about happiness, despair and helping people.
    no other piece of art could ever make time seem so important as nintendo did
    no other game could make such good feeling of rejection, depression and despair, what it did is make people happy, all npcs have a dream, a thing they need to conquer in 3 days
    simply a masterpiece, play    … Expand
  2. Hackrmin
    Oct 27, 2020
    9
    This game is better than ocarina of time. I said it. That's not nostalgia talking. I actually played the game for the first time last year, and it was amazing. Now if you noticed, I gave the game a 9/10, and that's because of one thing. Its not super accessible. The game has a save system that makes the game harder, plus there's some classic N64 jank, but **** that. This game is a masterpiece.
  3. lPredator_Godl
    Oct 19, 2020
    10
    My favorite game of all time. The tone and atmosphere of this game are phenomenal. After a masterpiece like Ocarina of Time, this game had high expectations and thankfully it definitely lived up to them and then some. The time constraints, both during development and gameplay put the pressure on this game, forming it into a flawless diamond.
  4. M1sfiT__
    Sep 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Não deixa nada a desejar ao Ocarina of Time. Esse é um dos melhores jogos...… Expand
  5. neo_bdls
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Beautiful, enjoyable, replayable. Any adjective with a positive connotation, they all apply. What more is there to say? One of the easiest games to accidentally 100% complete.
  6. JlakeDRACO
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    From the direct start of the game, you can tell that this game will be much darker than Ocarina of Time. That shot of Link on his horse walking through the forest creates an eerie, unsettling vibe that's present through the rest of the game. The story of the game is one of the most interesting I've seen. The moon is going to crash into Clock Town in 3 days killing everyone. It's Link's jobFrom the direct start of the game, you can tell that this game will be much darker than Ocarina of Time. That shot of Link on his horse walking through the forest creates an eerie, unsettling vibe that's present through the rest of the game. The story of the game is one of the most interesting I've seen. The moon is going to crash into Clock Town in 3 days killing everyone. It's Link's job to awaken the four giants to stop the moon before the three days end. Seems like a simple premise. But the three-day cycle allows for some of the most unique character situations, dialogues, side quests, etc. A lot of people dog on the game for the three-day mechanic, but I love it. You have to plan out what you're going to do in those three days and work with the character's schedules. There's a side quest for the couples mask where you run the clock to the last day, last minute to reunite a couple who accept that they're going to die. This acceptance of death is something that adds to the dark vibe of the game. Some characters escape Clock Town on the final day in hopes of surviving, and some stay knowing that running away wouldn't matter and death is inevitable. When you arrive in the great bay, you watch a Zora die in front of you. Again this game deals with much darker themes and story elements than Ocarina. The score in this game is nothing to sleep on either. It's not as easily memorable as Ocarina, but the OST still has a lot of memorable tracks that fit its vibe. Overall this game is a classic. With a short time, the developers had to make this game, they created an unforgettable experience, with many powerful moments and a gripping story/characters. People like to write this game off as just a worse rehash of Ocarina. But glossing over the one would be glossing over a masterpiece!… Expand
  7. JamesDrawsThngs
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    Majora's Mask is a prime example of something that wasn't fully appreciated at the time of its initial release, but has since developed a massive following, gaining the love and recognition it deserves. There are even debates as to which game between this and OoT is the better Zelda title. Which one you prefer will ultimately be determined by your preference. Majora's Mask, while carryingMajora's Mask is a prime example of something that wasn't fully appreciated at the time of its initial release, but has since developed a massive following, gaining the love and recognition it deserves. There are even debates as to which game between this and OoT is the better Zelda title. Which one you prefer will ultimately be determined by your preference. Majora's Mask, while carrying similar mechanics from OoT, has its own unique flavor and is much less traditional. The world is more strange, mysterious and often grim, and much less focus on traditional dungeon crawling compared to its predecessor. Really, though, both games are great for their own reasons. If you force me to choose between the two games, I'm going to choose Majora's Mask.

    Hands down, the best aspect about this game, and the reason I would prefer this to OoT, is the world in which the game takes place. Termina is such a stark contrast to Hyrule, and in my opinion more interesting. The world building is some of the best the series has seen, and it's filled to the brim with interesting characters, each with their own unique stories to tell. MM also absolutely nails its atmosphere. It's easily one of the darkest games in the series, with many moments that completely caught me off guard, both big and subtle, that I didn't think would ever be put into a Nintendo game, let alone a Zelda game.

    Of course, it's not just the story and the world that are different. Core gameplay is about the same as it was in OoT. You explore dungeons, beat the boss, collect the thing and move one. However, this time around the game is under a time limit. Thanks to the mischievous Skull Kid, in 3 in-game days, a giant moon with a evil face will drop down on Termina and kill everyone. You will need to collect masks and ancient summon giants to help you stop the moon from falling and stop Skull Kid. Luckily, time is on your side as you can use your ocarina from the previous game to go forward, back and slow down time as you need to. You'll be given three primary masks that will transform you into a Deku Scrub, a Goron Warrior, or a Zora, each with their own unique abilities that get put to great use very often.

    Dungeons are also not given as much focus this time around as there are only four main dungeons as opposed to roughly nine. What dungeons there are, though, are some of the most inventive and challenging in the series (looking at you, Great Bay). Instead, side quests are going to be the primary focus. While technically optional, they are one of the only ways you'll be able to gain new equipment and heart pieces, and even then you'll want to go out of your way to do these anyway since the characters you interact with are enjoyable and the stories are so interesting. They range from hilarious to heartwarming to heartbreaking. It's through these side quests that you will earn a majority of the game's masks. Most of the masks are primarily used to complete other side quests, but a few of them do have useful properties outside of them.

    The time travel mechanics are put to use the most with the side quests as everyone's routines happen at different times, and many of them require you to fulfill a prerequisite to either complete or even start. Traveling through time is limited, though, as you can only jump forward halfway through a day, and some of them take place at specific points that you will have no choice but to just wait on, and that can be pretty cumbersome.

    Majora's Mask is not the most accessible Zelda game out there, so I would be hard-pressed to recommend this as someone's first Zelda experience. However, it is absolutely worth playing at some point. If you are looking for something more dark and unconventional in your Zelda games, this is the one for you.    … Expand
  8. manugd22
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Una maravilla atemporal, un juego con una carga emocional enorme. Imposible olvidar el mundo de Términa.
  9. OneBlack
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    No solo unos de los mejores juegos de zelda, si no que el mismo podría ser de los mejores juegos de la historia, ya que amplia lo que hizo tan grandioso a ocarina of time
  10. Okevin212
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    This game was fun but oh how i hated resetting the world right before I could finish something I was doing. The story was really interesting to me. I loved that you can upgrade your sword. I had to get the final mask it's way to over powered.
  11. Horror-kid
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ocarina of Time und Majora's Mask sind wie zwei seiten einer Medaille, eine helle und eine dunkle.
    - Story 7/10
    - Gameplay 10/10
    - Charaktere 10/10
    - Grafik 8/10
    - Overworld 10/10
    Review: In drei Tagen wird der Mond auf die Erde stürzen und das gesamte Land zerstören! Aber mithilfe der magischen Okarina kann Link durch die zeitreisen und dieselben drei Tage wieder und wieder erleben um stückchenweise dem Ziel näher kommen das Land zu retten. Abboniert Firebro.
    Das Spiel ist was Gameplay angeht sehr vielseitigund außerdem gibt es mehrere Gameplay-Stile die sich alle gut spielen lassen. Die Overworld ist sehr dynamisch/organisch, die Monster-überfüllten Ebenen die, Organischen Wälder, dass weite, weite Meer usw. Vorallem die Dungenos sind kurz, aber knackig.    … Expand
  12. PaxtonKrahn
    Jul 13, 2020
    0
    It was good with good atmosphere but was ruined when the time mechanic was shoveled in
  13. Classy
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    How is this game even intended for kids lol. I had nightmares in my childhood from this game, It is indeed the darkest Zelda game but it's very cool i loved it soo much and the concept of masks and creepy little things around all adds to it's Awesomeness.
  14. Marisolico
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Mi juego favorito de la saga. Lo tiene todo: historia, jugabilidad, etc.
  15. Qurentie
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I love this game so much. It's unique for a Zelda game and the story, soundtrack and gameplay is so good for its time.
  16. Jessicaw
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This is a very dark themed Zelda done in an excellent way. While it seems like there are less dungeons, there is so much to do in this game and it takes the weight of the world that ocarina of time had and exemplifies it in an excellent way. Every single character in this game has a purpose and a story and that alone is amazing, but the story in general is unique (particularly for a ZeldaThis is a very dark themed Zelda done in an excellent way. While it seems like there are less dungeons, there is so much to do in this game and it takes the weight of the world that ocarina of time had and exemplifies it in an excellent way. Every single character in this game has a purpose and a story and that alone is amazing, but the story in general is unique (particularly for a Zelda game) and gripping.… Expand
  17. bancandrei
    May 13, 2020
    8
    A dark and gloomy Zelda? Besides the strong points of the series: music, worldbuilding, dugeons (combination of action and puzzle solving) and exploration, this one also manages to hit you in the feels.
    Oh and also... Not enough items for you? Well take all these masks that pretty much change the mechanics. Almost forgot to add on top a central mechanic of rewinding time. It creates a    A dark and gloomy Zelda? Besides the strong points of the series: music, worldbuilding, dugeons (combination of action and puzzle solving) and exploration, this one also manages to hit you in the feels.
    Oh and also... Not enough items for you? Well take all these masks that pretty much change the mechanics. Almost forgot to add on top a central mechanic of rewinding time. It creates a grand feeling of adventure. Something that Ocarina of Time did not manage to do for me
    This is one of the most special gaming experiences of all time.    … Expand
  18. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    9
    Continuation of the ocarina of time. A super fun and essential game for the n64 at the level of its predecessor. However, less surprising. Still, an outstanding game.
  19. Gamertag77
    Apr 26, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de la saga Zelda un ambiente oscuro, una dificultad exelente y un final emotivo
  20. qrykan
    Feb 27, 2020
    10
    uff pieza maestra su soundtrack su historia corta pero llena de simbolismo , cada personaje tiene una historia y se puede saber sus miedos , sus deseos esa desesperación al ver que no te alcanza el tiempo y tengas que reiniciar todo sublime
  21. 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
  22. Joes
    Aug 8, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor Zelda de la saga un ambiente totalmente diferente a hyrule, personajes carismáticos y misteriosos sin mencionar su increíble atmósfera tenebrosa.… Expand
  23. Apind
    Nov 5, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nintendo didn't try to one-up OOT and it shows, but that is the only reason this game works, this game would not have worked with a normal development time, in one year Nintendo made a full Zelda game, and personally speaking, it's my favorite game ever. Every design choice the game makes intentionally is less ambitious then OOT, and it shows. Only four dungeons, only young Link, No Zelda? This game should not work at all. As Nerrel said in his video "Was Majora's Mask 3D a bad remake" he says "the game should have been a train wreck" and it really should have, why would a game as ridiculous as this be ANYONE'S favorite game? Well, where it lacks common sense, it gains in everything else. This is THE most mature Zelda game, it deals with actual death, grief, and pain. Koji Kondo did an amazing soundtrack that fits so well with the game, I like OOT's soundtrack more but MM's is so much more fitting. Without the sidequest this game would literally be as forgotten to Nintendo as the Virtual Boy. It is so hard to describe what MM is. If you haven't played it play it. Don't have an N64? you probably have a Wii or 3DS, get MM3D is you have a 3DS (despite it being far worse than the original), and if you have a Wii by a gamecube memory card (if you don't already have it) and get The Zelda collector's edition, you get MM, OOT and the original 2 Zelda's. But it's worth it to buy it just for MM and OOT. A true masterpiece and a must play… Expand
  24. SparkyPL
    Nov 4, 2019
    10
    The Legend of Zelda is one of my favorite game franchises of all time, and this title, was one of the best Zelda games i have ever played for myself!! Aside botw which was also really good, the game is full of events depending on where you go and on time, very challenging and im loving it. Kind of disappointed that there wasn't a master quest though
  25. XV_
    Oct 21, 2019
    9
    The first time (or times) I played MM I was 11 years old and contrary to what I thought, my English wasn't that good so playing this game again on my thirties was like see another whole new game.

    First of all, is not that I have mixed feelings towards MM, I love this game but there are some things that I wish they were less notorious than they are. Let's start with the bad first and    The first time (or times) I played MM I was 11 years old and contrary to what I thought, my English wasn't that good so playing this game again on my thirties was like see another whole new game.

    First of all, is not that I have mixed feelings towards MM, I love this game but there are some things that I wish they were less notorious than they are. Let's start with the bad first and move it out of the way: the dungeons, they're memorable but not in a good way (there are only 4 so maybe that also helps), is not that they're terrible, I think they all have a lot of problems in their navigation and design, but what brokes the experience to me is the Stray Fairy mechanic (you need to hunt down 15 fairies in each dungeon in order to obtain power ups), it makes you do a fair amount of backtracking and remember chambers in dungeons that as I told you before, have poor navigation and design, this thing just goes worst on each dungeon, being the 4th dungeon the supreme offender (in there you need to do a mechanic that makes the whole dungeon upside or downside, so if you forget at least 1 fairy you have to reverse it and go all the way to get it), when people joke about the OoT water temple beign annoying because you have to equip and unequip the boots, its because they know nothing or at least they don't know the Stone Tower Temple.

    The boss fights have this half-cooked mechanic in which you need to use certain race to defeat it, being a Zora, Deku or Goron in theory that sounds amazing but the only one that hit the mark was the Goron fight, the other ones kind of doesn't. Speaking of fights and continuing with the bad things, the controls can be very stiff in more than few situations, the worse one is the aiming, if you're going to use first-person perspective, good luck.

    Given what I told you, you may think that I don't like this game, and in other games sure I wouldn't recommend it but, what this game doesn't have in dungeon and control quality, it triples it in the atmosphere and putting you in the boots of Link. This is a sad game that has all kinds of sad stories and moments, treason, death, abduction, there is a lot of hard and sad themes that are extremely well handed in here, merge them with an outstanding soundtrack and you'll have a game for the ages, it also has this time mechanic which serves as a reminder for you the player and for the world of Termina, it's brilliant 4th wall breaking without you noticing it. One of my favorite things in the game is that no matter how hard you try, you can't help them all because you have limited time and even when you do it, the time resets and everything will happen again, is a sad thought but it does a lot to help the narrative.

    Another thing that newer Zeldas haven't matched yet, are the side quests, specifically the Mask quests, they feel so magical and esoteric and makes you connect tons to the characters, my favorite one may be the one of a certain couple, which I won't spoil but it takes three days and some masks to complete, and gives you a fantastic closure to it.

    Eiji Aonuma did something very impressive and not short of brilliant, no matter how I hate certain things, they're overwhelmed by the good ones, to me, in no other Zelda game I have felt the weight of the Hero of Time like in Majora's Mask. If you haven't tried yet, please do so, just be wary that the Game Cube (Collector's Edition) version has some crashes and can be very hard to swallow.    … Expand
  26. Dreamonvi
    Jun 25, 2019
    10
    This game is not perfect by any means, most of it is because the game was developed on six months, but those constraints creates one of the most unique and creative experience I ever have in a video game.
  27. NutroReview
    Apr 24, 2019
    10
    this is one of my all time favorite games. the personality of the characters, the story, the game play. it's just so much better then Ocarina of Time (I might get smited for saying that but i don't care.) the mask collecting wasn't only a side quest, but a way to get the real ending, which I really enjoyed.
  28. angrymcangryson
    Jan 20, 2019
    0
    This game blows. if you think otherwise you're wearing nostalgia glasses. i hate this game.
  29. FluffySpartan
    Jan 16, 2019
    9
    It was my 3th Zelda game but the only real love of my Zelda life. It's dark,it's deep and it's mysterious.the gameplay is much better as in ocarina of Time because of the masks Wich invent new moves with the new forms. It's pretty hard for ppl who play it the first time because there are rarely hints for progress. Lot of ppl don't like the dungeons Wich I can't understand they are greatIt was my 3th Zelda game but the only real love of my Zelda life. It's dark,it's deep and it's mysterious.the gameplay is much better as in ocarina of Time because of the masks Wich invent new moves with the new forms. It's pretty hard for ppl who play it the first time because there are rarely hints for progress. Lot of ppl don't like the dungeons Wich I can't understand they are great and every dungeon is unique. World feels alive and ppl are charming, scary or mad. There is character progress Wich I missed in ocarina of Time. Nuff said it's the best game in my opinion.… Expand
  30. CalebTV
    Dec 21, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love everything about this game. The only thing I dislike is that princess Zelda, the namesake of the series isn't in it. The dark tragic story is creative. It is very satisfying. The dungeons and bosses are some of the best in the series. You will need to play ocarina of time before this to have a better understanding in the story, it makes the tone shift more impactful. Plus this is much harder than ocarina of time. The characters in clock town are also great. Everyone is facing a tragedy. This causes great side quests and emotions. My favorite region is ikana, it is filled with zombies, has a great temple, and is the most creative region in zelda history. This is my favorite zelda game other than twilight princess.… Expand
  31. Jorchking
    Nov 26, 2018
    9
    Zelda Majora's Mask, es la continuación (secuela alternativa) de Ocarina of Time.
    Si bien puede sentirse "continuista", es verdad que supo llevarlo bien con el tema de la jugabilidad, historia y ambientación, de hecho hasta lo mejora en algunos puntos.
    El ambiente oscuro, solitario y triste del juego, sumado a la profundidad de los personajes y su gran banda sonora lo hace uno de los    Zelda Majora's Mask, es la continuación (secuela alternativa) de Ocarina of Time.
    Si bien puede sentirse "continuista", es verdad que supo llevarlo bien con el tema de la jugabilidad, historia y ambientación, de hecho hasta lo mejora en algunos puntos.
    El ambiente oscuro, solitario y triste del juego, sumado a la profundidad de los personajes y su gran banda sonora lo hace uno de los mejores Zelda hasta la fecha y más completos a la vez debido a la gran cantidad de factores que posee el juego.
    Es el Zelda más distinto por así decirlo, y por más que el juego no sea súper largo todo se hizo disfrutable, y lo que los creadores quisieron expresar con el juego y hacérselos sentir a los jugadores lo han logrado a la perfección. Es un juego tan bueno como Ocarina of Time. Los 2 mejores Zelda, en mi opinión, hasta la fecha.    … Expand
  32. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    9
    This is really a great game, there is so much to love about it, must play for sure!
  33. Vectis99
    Oct 26, 2018
    9
    A marvelously beautiful and extremely creative game which has lots of artistic merit even in a modern context. The game is stylistically and atmospherically exquisite, and packs a surprising amount of emotion and magic into the limited technology (and expectations!) available at the time. Even more surprising is how reasonably well the entertainment value of the mechanical execution hasA marvelously beautiful and extremely creative game which has lots of artistic merit even in a modern context. The game is stylistically and atmospherically exquisite, and packs a surprising amount of emotion and magic into the limited technology (and expectations!) available at the time. Even more surprising is how reasonably well the entertainment value of the mechanical execution has aged. Unfortunately, the pacing of the game is quite a bit drawn out, especially by modern standards, so playing it can be tedious or even a chore at times. Nevertheless, Majora's Mask is a fulfilling and rewarding experience which will remain relevant for many more years to come.… Expand
  34. antenneone
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Nintendo no se conformó con sacar un segundo Zelda para N64 y que cumpliese las expectativas. La gran N puso toda la carne en el asador y creó uno de los mejores juegos de la historia. El juego mas original de una gran saga
  35. quasiprofound
    Jun 23, 2018
    10
    This game is incredible. The complexity and depth of the story are stunning. The gameplay is great, just like Ocarina of Time was. The time mechanics are ingenious, and of course can be confusing too. After a couple of repeat playthroughs this game definitely grew on me. Anyone who likes OoT should play this game as well.
  36. HSuke
    Jun 16, 2018
    10
    This is a well-polished TLoZ game for experienced Zelda gamers. It's a terrible starting game if you're new to the series. Compared to the other games, it's considerably more challenging in both puzzles and combat. It's great for those who enjoy Metroidvania games.

    Along with Ocarina or Time, these are the best 2 games in the series.
  37. BrettSiebenhaar
    Jun 1, 2018
    7
    Ehhh... I love Zelda games. But this game followed Ocarina of Time...YIKES! This game was too confusing and it didnt live up to the greatness of Ocarina of Time. I still had fun with this game, but.....
  38. forevernes
    May 20, 2018
    10
    Uno de los mejores zelda de todo los tiempos, un juego distinto y especial.
  39. Finshi
    May 5, 2018
    10
    Although many would say that Ocarina of Time is surperior to Majora’s Mask, I’d beg to differ. Although Ocarina of Time is undoubtably great, you can’t help but compare it to its sequel. Majora’s has very well developed characters that each have their own story, whereas Ocarina had hollow husks of characters with little to no personality. The music in Majora’s is arguably even better thanAlthough many would say that Ocarina of Time is surperior to Majora’s Mask, I’d beg to differ. Although Ocarina of Time is undoubtably great, you can’t help but compare it to its sequel. Majora’s has very well developed characters that each have their own story, whereas Ocarina had hollow husks of characters with little to no personality. The music in Majora’s is arguably even better than Ocarina, featuring instant classics like the Song of Healing and the Sonata of Awakening. Under its E rating is a depressing story about how an easily influenced child who had felt betrayed made the wrong decision and how he ended up making himself look like something he simply wasn’t.… Expand
  40. Meta1234
    Apr 20, 2018
    7
    Reviewing this game many years later with a settled down opinion:

    Overall it was a pretty good effort with the that time fewer dungeons and the puzzles. Critic goes to the very big array of reused character and item models. Critic also goes to the graphics which were too foggy compared to Dreamcast at that age. Critic also goes to the replay value. This game was entertaining when    Reviewing this game many years later with a settled down opinion:

    Overall it was a pretty good effort with the that time fewer dungeons and the puzzles.

    Critic goes to the very big array of reused character and item models. Critic also goes to the graphics which were too foggy compared to Dreamcast at that age. Critic also goes to the replay value. This game was entertaining when playing it but I never felt like playing it again after some time. Some puzzles were impossible to solve without looking at the solution on the Internet.

    Original storyline. No Triforce and Zelda and Ganon again. Entertaining music.

    More critic goes to the exploitation of nostalgia that had some players purchase the game 3 or 4 times across multiple consoles and at a high price every time without actually replaying the game.

    N64
    Gamecube
    Wii VC
    Majora 3DS
    Wii U VC    … Expand
  41. Samo3000
    Mar 29, 2018
    10
    My 2nd favorite game of all time.
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  42. AKthaBeast
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    Very unique Zelda game that allows you to transform into different races and really makes you focus and be efficient on your time as you have three days before you have to reset back to Day 1. Game mechanics still hold up to this day.
  43. Adubis27
    Mar 19, 2018
    10
    9.7/10, the atmosphere can not be matched by any other game. The side quests are great, it’s perfectly dark, too. While there are only 4 dungeons, they’re all incredible with the exception of Great Bay Temple.
  44. AngelECM
    Mar 2, 2018
    10
    Grandioso videojuego, excelente historia, jugabilidad, musica, graficos, ambientacion El videojuego mas oscuro de toda la saga.
  45. Artyfonseca
    Feb 12, 2018
    10
    This game is a masterpiece and I will say that it wasn't far by beating it's predecessor, The Legendary Ocarina of Time, But it was really different from Ocarina of Time, It had a way more darker and stranger concept, It was mainly the whole thing about the Masks, Such as the Creepy Happy Mask Salesman and The Mysterious Majora's Mask, The Plot was also pretty twisted with the whole thingThis game is a masterpiece and I will say that it wasn't far by beating it's predecessor, The Legendary Ocarina of Time, But it was really different from Ocarina of Time, It had a way more darker and stranger concept, It was mainly the whole thing about the Masks, Such as the Creepy Happy Mask Salesman and The Mysterious Majora's Mask, The Plot was also pretty twisted with the whole thing about saving a Land from being crushed by a Moon in 3 Days. I also loved the gameplay with the Masks, How if you wore a Deku Mask you became a Deku Scrub, The Zora Mask and become a Zora Guitarist, The Goron Mask and become a Goron and then smash boulders and curl up into a ball and travel at rapid speeds, And then the Mighty and Powerful Fierce Deity's Mask, and many other masks, Same thing for Good Soundtracks such as the Song of Healing, I really have nothing else to say about this awesome game.… Expand
  46. CyberRobotnix
    Jan 11, 2018
    8
    The game is a rehash of OOT with a few new gimmicks and a story centered on masks.

    The issue with the game being nothing special other than a rehash by a fan (do researches, it's literally a fan game made before those become popular). The game is barely interesting other than the new Ocarina gimmicks and the new Mask gimmicks. I must say that it also has very innovative dungeons.    The game is a rehash of OOT with a few new gimmicks and a story centered on masks.

    The issue with the game being nothing special other than a rehash by a fan (do researches, it's literally a fan game made before those become popular).

    The game is barely interesting other than the new Ocarina gimmicks and the new Mask gimmicks.

    I must say that it also has very innovative dungeons. That's pretty much all you need to know, in the end the game was kinda enjoyable, but it's really nothing special.    … Expand
  47. ashketchum
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Majora's Mask is set in Termina, and shares many similarities, as well as differences to OoT. Termina, for me was a more intriguing setting; there are many mysterious characters and areas, that the game never fully explains to you, but sets up the atmosphere fantastically, such as Clock Tower and the Astral Observatory. Characters like the Happy Mask Salesman and the children in the moon are fantastic, and help to expand on the ambiguous nature of the game. The side quests force players to pay attention to the NPCs in the game, which allows the world to feel that much more grounded. Majora's Mask is one of gaming's most unexpected successes; but also one of it's towering achievements.… Expand
  48. wegie125
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    When knowing that you have to make a sequel to the highest rated game of all time it would probably get pretty stressful to know that people are going to have high expectations. Apparently that didn't stop Nintendo. It's pretty rare to have a sequel live up the promises that were held in the original game even rarer to see a game that has a sequel that is actually better than the previousWhen knowing that you have to make a sequel to the highest rated game of all time it would probably get pretty stressful to know that people are going to have high expectations. Apparently that didn't stop Nintendo. It's pretty rare to have a sequel live up the promises that were held in the original game even rarer to see a game that has a sequel that is actually better than the previous game. Say what you want but that's how I feel Majora's mask is. The atmosphere in this game is so dark and so crazy that it still has that eerie feeling while playing. The sidequest, the masks, the actual gameplay. It was put together so well and I just have to say that I am so impressed with this game. Well done Nintendo, you really know how to push out classics like no other… Expand
  49. 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. :(
  50. Luis_Impieri01
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    Uma sequência que não só manteve a qualidade do jogo anterior, quanto trouxe inúmeras inovações. As mascarás são muito criativas e variadas. Continua sendo desafiador, ainda mais com o sistema de 3 dias
  51. xneostarzx
    Aug 30, 2017
    10
    I'd rate this game higher than 10 if I could. What can I say? Everything is amazing - the ominous and depressing soundtrack, backstories, quests, graphics, it's all put together magnificently. If you're ever looking for decent videogames the Zelda series is definitely a good choice. You don't have to worry about bad gameplay, boring plots, or any of that. They're always worth the money.I'd rate this game higher than 10 if I could. What can I say? Everything is amazing - the ominous and depressing soundtrack, backstories, quests, graphics, it's all put together magnificently. If you're ever looking for decent videogames the Zelda series is definitely a good choice. You don't have to worry about bad gameplay, boring plots, or any of that. They're always worth the money. Majora's Mask is probably one of the saddest and creepiest games I've played in a while. The dark setting of it all just makes it better. I noticed the enhanced features pulled from Ocarina of Time; same gameplay but much more to do. Great game and I'd definitely recommend it to all gamers.… Expand
  52. curzon_dax
    Jun 10, 2017
    7
    Someone said this game is like the acid trip of someone that made Ocarina, and it makes some sense, the game is Bizarre. In truth though, the game is kinda experimental and that has its bad sides and its good sides, some of the experiments it tried backfired and some of them were generally good. Namely the time limit function is an extremely double edged sword and I believe a large part ofSomeone said this game is like the acid trip of someone that made Ocarina, and it makes some sense, the game is Bizarre. In truth though, the game is kinda experimental and that has its bad sides and its good sides, some of the experiments it tried backfired and some of them were generally good. Namely the time limit function is an extremely double edged sword and I believe a large part of players , to not say the majority could do without it, or at least with a purely pause function, not because it's inherently technically bad but because time limits generally produce anxiety to a lot of people (not all) and that can reduce fun. The game however had some good ideas since the complexity it introduced in navigating the time travelling shenanigans were fun to think about. All in all though the game had its bad sides and its good sides and at the end of the day the main things I will remember are the dungeons and the gameplay, and those were around Ocarina's quality, almost more complex and confusing than it (though not necessarily harder) and in general it leaves you with a feeling, ok, worth it but probably not the best game in the world.… Expand
  53. Focaccia
    Apr 28, 2017
    7
    This game is so weird... It introduced a decent concept however: transformation masks. I found the deku mask and Woodfall temple to be unbearable, a truly horrible experience. The Snowhead temple was the best in the game (loved the Goron mask, that was the most fun part of the main quest), the Great bay temple despite being tedious at times, was okay overall and the Zora mask was also lotsThis game is so weird... It introduced a decent concept however: transformation masks. I found the deku mask and Woodfall temple to be unbearable, a truly horrible experience. The Snowhead temple was the best in the game (loved the Goron mask, that was the most fun part of the main quest), the Great bay temple despite being tedious at times, was okay overall and the Zora mask was also lots of fun. The stone tower temple is overrated though: it's not even the best dungeon in the game. The main quest of this game is mediocre overall, what makes this game satisfactory is its really fun and long side quest: mask collecting, definitely more fun than the main quest. The story is also excellent, it's dark, melancholic and sometimes depressing. A nice change from the usual Zelda storyline. The soundtrack is also excellent, with the best song being without a doubt the song of healing. The boss fights were mostly disappointing, the only one I liked was Goht (that was awesome), the other boss fights and dungeons are easily forgettable. This game isn't in my top 5 Zelda games, I largely prefer Ocarina of Time and Skyward Sword, but Majoras's mask is still a good game. Although the game's main quest and dungeons are nothing special, the game's side quest, original story and amazing soundtrack make it a worthwhile experience for most Zelda fans. The Goron transformation mask is also extremely fun to use.… Expand
  54. Wake_loms
    Apr 27, 2017
    9
    Wuao, el drama de este juego es increible, mas la jugabilidad de ocarina mas un extra, pero a la vez todo es muy raro, es un capricho mio no ponerle el 10, por que no hay conexion directa entre muchos de sus elementos pero todos por separado se manejan muy bien
  55. Rstiles7
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    Whenever people bring up the topic of the best zelda games, the one's that hear typically brought up would be ocarina of time, a link to the past, or wind waker. However, at least in my eyes, those games do not even touch the masterpiece known as Majora's Mask. I don't even know where to begin with this one, well, maybe I could begin by talking about how it is the most unique and fun zeldaWhenever people bring up the topic of the best zelda games, the one's that hear typically brought up would be ocarina of time, a link to the past, or wind waker. However, at least in my eyes, those games do not even touch the masterpiece known as Majora's Mask. I don't even know where to begin with this one, well, maybe I could begin by talking about how it is the most unique and fun zelda game to play by far. This was the second zelda game to not take place in hyrule, instead it takes place in a world known as termina, where link accidentally got himself sent to while trying to retrieve his stolen horse and ocarina. Everything about termina eliminates anything you new about zelda games before: no hyrule, no zelda, no ganon, no master sword, and no triforce. With all of this, it may seem as though it wouldn't feel like a zelda game, but that's not the case at all.

    Throughout the game, link is helping a man known as the happy mask salesman to retrieve his stolen mask known as Majora's mask, and he makes it clear that you must retrieve it within three days, as he is a busy man and can't stay around for long. At first, it just seems like a fetch quest you must finish quickly so he can leave on time, but eventually you will realize this three day time limit is much darker than you could have ever imagined. I won't go any further in depth than that as you should really play the story to experience it for yourself, and let me tell you, it is one of the best experiences and best stories you will ever play through in a zelda game.

    Speaking of the three day time limit being dark, everything about this entire game is dark. This is the one aspect everyone knows about majora's mask, and it really delivers in that department. Every character in the game is being tortured by something terrifiying, and they all are unsure of what they should do. Some cower in fear, others refuse to leave because of uncertainty, some even accept their fate, and there are those that are still in denial. What does all of this mean? Play the game, you will find out all about its true darkness.

    If there is one thing about this game that is really important, it's the gameplay. This game is so much fun to play thanks to what is the greatest mechanic of any zelda game: the masks. These provide for some really awesome gameplay, as you can transform into a zora, be able to run much faster, talk to animals or the dead, or even become a super powered ultra deity. With these, the dungeons become so much fun to play through, and even platforming comes into play at certain times, which is just another reason for why I love the masks.

    The final aspect I will talk about is the most controversial one of all: the three day time limit. This is the aspect that turns many gamers away from this game, as they did not like the idea of playing under a time limit. But what do I'd think about it? I LOVE it. If it weren't in the game, it would be something completely different. With time always running out, everything in termina changes, whether it is the way the characters act or the moon getting much closer, it really makes the whole game feel alive. Also, needless to say, the period known as the final six hours is my favorite moment in video game history. Why is that? Well, once again, you should play the game and find out.

    Honestly, I could go on forever about how amazing this game is, but I think I should just end it with this final statement. Majora's Mask is not only the greatest zelda game, but is one of the greatest video games ever made. It incorporates all that I love about video games, which is just why I love it so much.    … Expand
  56. SnappyReview
    Apr 13, 2017
    10
    Majora's Mask....The greatest game ive ever played personally.

    Backstory/Story. After the success of Ocarina of Time, Eiji Aonuma, was allowed to create a game within a year before working on the next Zelda game which would be WInd Waker. Under this time constraint, he created The Legend Of Zelda Majora's Mask. The game follows events of Young Link after the end of Ocarina Of Time.    Majora's Mask....The greatest game ive ever played personally.

    Backstory/Story.
    After the success of Ocarina of Time, Eiji Aonuma, was allowed to create a game within a year before working on the next Zelda game which would be WInd Waker. Under this time constraint, he created The Legend Of Zelda Majora's Mask. The game follows events of Young Link after the end of Ocarina Of Time. After successfully saving the world, Navi parted ways with Link for unknown reasons. This sets up the reason for his departure from Hyrule some months after warning Zelda about Ganondorf. Searching for his friend, Link finds himself in the lost woods where he gets robbed by skull kid. He follows skull kid to a point where he can confront him but skull kid turns him into a deku scrub. Leaving his follower Tatl, she joins you after apologizing. Continuing to follow skull kid, Link meets the Happy Mask Salesman who tells him the mask skull kid has on is one that contains great evil and he needs link to take back the mask. At some later point you confront skull kid once again but its not looking so good as he is about to drop the moon on the world. Skull Kids follower Tael, mentions that there are 4 people across the map and asks Link to bring them here as skull kid hits him. Link hits skull kid and causes him to drop the ocarina. Using the ocarina, he goes back into time 3 days before. Notcing everything back to the same they go back to Happy Mask Salesman where he teaches the song of healing. Link is then turned back to normal where he sets out on his journey to visit the 4 areas Tael mentioned and prevent the moon from crashing.

    Gameplay.
    In terms of fighting and items, its pretty much ocarina of time.
    There is a 3 day cycle where if all 3 days end, the game ends as you failed to save it. The thing is, you arent supposed to do everything in one 3 day cycle. Each area should take about 2 days to complete if you are just doing the important story part. You just reset the days after every dungeon by playing the song of time. Everything can pretty much be done at your own pace as long as you dont fail to reset the clock. What i mean by this is you can spend 3 days doing side quest, finding bottles, finding mask, or beating a dungeon.

    Abilities.
    Link gets a ton of equipment and even gets more than 2 swords unlike Ocarina of time.
    The juicy part is the mask. There is 4 main mask (one gotten at the end) and 20 other mask. The 4 main mask give link new fighting styles, abilities, and helps progress in story. The other masks all have there purposes too for side quest.

    Music:
    The soundtrack for this game is pretty awesome. Even borrows some music from ocarina of time.

    Characters.
    The characters in majoras mask are familiar faces from ocarina of time with a twist. They usually have some lore to go behind them to differentiate them from their parallel ocarina counterpart. They also have their own original characters such as Kafei which also has good lore. The characters are pretty enjoyable.

    Summary:
    Majora's Mask is truly a masterpiece. From its tone that doesnt try to hard to be dark to its variety of play styles, this game takes what Ocarina Of Time did and does it better while applying its own flare to it. 10/10.    … Expand
  57. weskergamer
    Apr 8, 2017
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. majoras mask es una de las mejores secuelas de la historia del videojuego. No es simplemente un Ocarina, es la mejora y la inclusion de grandes cosas a la mecanica de su predecesor. Aunque solo tiene 4 mazmorras se compensan con una dificultad elevada q te hara repetir cada mazmorra cada rato. Y ni hablar de una de las mejores historias de la saga y una de las historias mas oscuras de la historia del videojuego. Q tiene de malo: Demasiada dificultad. A mi no me molesta pero es q a veces repetir las mismas mazmorras porque se te acabo el tiempo a veces te enoja un poco. Igual grandisimo juego.… Expand
  58. 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.
  59. manusax
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best legend of zelda. for me even better than ocarina of time.

    Perfect history, and every mask leave you to a different wolrd, a different link but the same,
    ...hours and hours of perfection.

    thank you nintendo    … Expand
  60. NaiMeow
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    The most 0-3 point scores only becouse people are to dumb to do this game, its a realy awesome game with rly nice puzzles. and its not easy. why people **** up and gives it only 1-3 points. lol^^
  61. Zenpai
    Feb 12, 2017
    10
    The best in the series, by far. Majora's Mask strays so much from the traditional "Zelda" formula that it almost doesn't feel like Zelda, but my God, is it done well. The game extremely story and character-focused as opposed to story being a mere afterthought, and boy, does it pay off. I actually felt emotionally involved in the events of this game, unlike most other Zelda games where IThe best in the series, by far. Majora's Mask strays so much from the traditional "Zelda" formula that it almost doesn't feel like Zelda, but my God, is it done well. The game extremely story and character-focused as opposed to story being a mere afterthought, and boy, does it pay off. I actually felt emotionally involved in the events of this game, unlike most other Zelda games where I just wanted to kick some ass and teach Ganon some manners. The game takes on a very dark, creepy, and depressed feel, which creates an excellent atmosphere unlike anything else seen in the series. The game is also full of subtle lore that creates a much more developed story if you actually pay attention to the details. The three-day mechanic is integral to the story in that it allows for the characters to be develop and their paths to cross in such a way that the story develops WITHOUT it being too overwhelming (more than three days would have been too overwhelming).

    A point-by-point breakdown:

    - Definitely the hardest in the series, for veteran Zelda fans
    - AMAZING dungeon design, by far the best in the series
    - Large, lush overworld to explore
    - Amazing soundtrack
    - A genuinely emotional experience if you pay attention to the plot at all
    - Countless mini-dungeons to explore to supplement the four main dungeons
    - Feel like a badass running around as Fierce Diety
    - Did I mention how freaking cool the Stone Tower Temple is?
    - You should get this game right now, get it for 3DS if you can, otherwise, install Project64 and play it via emulator
    - Don't listen to the haters, these are people who don't understand that this game is INTENDED to be a story-driven experience.    … Expand
  62. 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
  63. Wagels
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This is one of the greatest games I've played. Such a great plot with so many memorable characters from other Zelda games. Fantastic experience over-all. All the other reviews are spot on, I'm just bad with words.
  64. SuperJstar
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This game is AWESOME. The soundtrack is fantastic, every character is at least a bit lovable, the world is fantastic, the plot is really cool and has my dungeon in all the franchise, the Stone Tower and 2 of my favourite boss battles in the whole series, Goht and Majora's Mask himself. The only bad things I could find about this game is the lack of dungeons, but since it's mostly aThis game is AWESOME. The soundtrack is fantastic, every character is at least a bit lovable, the world is fantastic, the plot is really cool and has my dungeon in all the franchise, the Stone Tower and 2 of my favourite boss battles in the whole series, Goht and Majora's Mask himself. The only bad things I could find about this game is the lack of dungeons, but since it's mostly a side-quest game it's fine, and the entire great bay temple, boss and everything, but to me it doesn't bring the game down a bit.… Expand
  65. 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
  66. GamecubeLover
    Jul 3, 2016
    10
    Nintendo what's your secret of making perfect games? We will never know. This game must have been made from the best person of all time. Okay it's not the best game or best game on the N64. It's the 4th. This game is amazing and that moon. Creepy....but that surprises me cause it's a N64 game so it can't be so scary but that moon is very scary.
  67. DerMeister
    May 15, 2016
    10
    Мрачное фентези с очень депрессивным, но глубоким и интересным сюжетом понравится даже самым придирчивым геймерам!
  68. Dualy
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    Majora's Mask is an absolute gaming masterpiece. The gameplay is amazing, the characters are extremely memorable, the 4 dungeons are very well designed, there are so many memorable and awesome sidequests and all of this was done in just 1 year. This is a game any gamer has to play at least once in their life.
    Final Score-10/10
  69. EpicLadySponge
    Apr 11, 2016
    10
    Easily not comparable to Ocarina of Time, but Majora's Mask will live up to live its own glory of owning a 10 just like Ocarina of Time. Majora's Mask will be at least the second best Zelda game in my opinion held by Ocarina of Time (which earned the same score).
  70. chronoT
    Mar 22, 2016
    8
    Recently had a chance to play through this one again and although it is not my favorite Zelda by any means, it is a very well designed game. I am a classic Zelda fan so the more vintage Ocarina of Time story and environment is what I prefer, but many play style elements in OOT are improved. I do not like being timed or the childish aspect of many of the masks, but the puzzles and dungeonsRecently had a chance to play through this one again and although it is not my favorite Zelda by any means, it is a very well designed game. I am a classic Zelda fan so the more vintage Ocarina of Time story and environment is what I prefer, but many play style elements in OOT are improved. I do not like being timed or the childish aspect of many of the masks, but the puzzles and dungeons are so well made it overshadows these minor flaws. If you have any heart for Zelda, this is definitely worth trying. alot of die hard fans consider this one to be the best.… Expand
  71. yoshistar456
    Mar 18, 2016
    9
    This was my first Zelda game, so it has to have a heavy nostalgic appeal to me. It's a fantastic game. it's kinda... challenging. I was pretty young when I first played this game, and the 3 day time limit overwhelmed me. Years later, and the time limit still overwhelmed me, but at that time I was an experienced gamer, and I beat the game. This is not a game I can recommend to a casualThis was my first Zelda game, so it has to have a heavy nostalgic appeal to me. It's a fantastic game. it's kinda... challenging. I was pretty young when I first played this game, and the 3 day time limit overwhelmed me. Years later, and the time limit still overwhelmed me, but at that time I was an experienced gamer, and I beat the game. This is not a game I can recommend to a casual gamer. Anyways, the story is the darkest in the series by far. I don't spoil plots in games, but this stuff is dark. The soundtrack is amazing as well. The graphics are better than Ocarina of Time, but in my opinion, it's still no the best the N64 can offer. This is one of the best Zelda games you can play, and I highly recommend it... to hardcore gamers.… Expand
  72. DearReview
    Jan 23, 2016
    10
    No soy nada fan de la saga Zelda, pero este juego tiene algo especial que me atrae más que los otros.
    Ocarina of Time sera toda la obra maestra que quieras, pero Majora's Mask me parece muchísimo más redondo. El sistema agobiante del tiempo, los temas que se tratan en el videojuego, todos los misterios que circulan al rededor de este titulo, hacen que sea el Zelda en el que más tiempo he    No soy nada fan de la saga Zelda, pero este juego tiene algo especial que me atrae más que los otros.
    Ocarina of Time sera toda la obra maestra que quieras, pero Majora's Mask me parece muchísimo más redondo. El sistema agobiante del tiempo, los temas que se tratan en el videojuego, todos los misterios que circulan al rededor de este titulo, hacen que sea el Zelda en el que más tiempo he invertido.
    La jugabilidad es la misma que la de Ocarina Of Time así que no tengo mucho que decir al respecto.
    La banda sonora es excepcional, sobre todo cuando se acerca el Ultimo Día...
    Para mí una autentica Obra Maestra y sobre todo más compacto y perfecto que su anterior titulo. Seas o no fan de Zelda, debes jugarlo.    … Expand
  73. NicolasCritic
    Sep 24, 2015
    10
    This game lost some story but it's a nice game in the zelda storyline after ocarina of time. But there is a lot of dungeons and things to do like ocarina of time.
  74. Fantise1
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    While Ocarina of Time may be called the best Zelda game (imo Twilight Princess deserves this title), Majora's mask, in my opinion, is better than OOT in many ways. The story is deep and depressing, the atmosphere is creepy and, in some locations, absolutely amazing, and the game mechanics may be frustrating at times, but all in all, Majora's Mask is a brilliant sequel to an already brilliant game.
  75. DailySalesman
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    Is it wrong to say that Majora's Mask is better than Ocarina of Time? Because I mean that the game certainly is. The sense of urgency you get from the three-day circle is an urgency that can't be compared to any other game. The world is full of life with the greater emphasis on sidequests and character development. The story is tragic and it's perhaps the darkest Zelda game to date. Is itIs it wrong to say that Majora's Mask is better than Ocarina of Time? Because I mean that the game certainly is. The sense of urgency you get from the three-day circle is an urgency that can't be compared to any other game. The world is full of life with the greater emphasis on sidequests and character development. The story is tragic and it's perhaps the darkest Zelda game to date. Is it worth your time? Yes. It is as amazing as Ocarina of Time? It's even better.… Expand
  76. Jub
    Mar 2, 2015
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I did not enjoy this game anywhere near as much as I expected to. Pretty much everything about it is worse than The Ocarina of Time. Don't get me wrong though, it's not a bad game and I am comparing it to the greatest game ever made. I just really don't understand how anyone can say this game is the better of the two.

    I'll admit that there are a slack handful of improvements, but only to basic mechanics such as changing your items mid conversation. However, the story, characters, music i.e. everything important is worse, and I don't mean slightly, I mean they really did slap this game together.

    *SPOILER [start]*
    If you could disable the time limit in the game altogether, you could probably complete the game at a leisurely pace in 10-15 hours. I recently watched my friend play The Ocarina of Time for the first time and it took him 120 hours. Yes I know that this is the whole point to Majora's Mask but repetitive gameplay is about as boring [for me] as it gets.
    *SPOILER [end]*

    Whilst most of the time I do appreciate Nintendo and their innovative visions, this time I did not.    … Expand
  77. adrianomigs
    Feb 28, 2015
    10
    Legendary. This is my favorite game of all time. For its time, its graphics were stunning, but the STORY. GOD THE STORY! It was so intricate, and powerful,You really feel for the characters, and you will do anything you can to save them from the moon that will inevitably (or so they think) crash into the earth and destroy everything that they know and love. Nintendo took a huge gamble withLegendary. This is my favorite game of all time. For its time, its graphics were stunning, but the STORY. GOD THE STORY! It was so intricate, and powerful,You really feel for the characters, and you will do anything you can to save them from the moon that will inevitably (or so they think) crash into the earth and destroy everything that they know and love. Nintendo took a huge gamble with the 3-day-system, a gamble that has without a doubt paid off, it's one of the most innovative things I've seen in a game in well, ever.… Expand
  78. CameraBounceGod
    Feb 22, 2015
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Other than wanting attention....I give it a 5 because you can't relax.....its great that there is truly a lot to it......but the masks don't really seem to be as unique or powerful as i had hoped for after an awesome town and music..........Great story and i love how its the same Skull kid from the first or something.....awesome how the skull kid has some prior relationship with the giants.......If i gave it any higher of a score it would only be because im yet to see anything top these two games as far as magical feelings are concerned.....although the giants in real life will always lead you to fight the evil moon.............Giants can see the future sometimes is what im saying....even though they eat so fast..… Expand
  79. Brendon6446
    Jan 21, 2015
    10
    Wow This game is so different to ocarina of time but yet so similar. Different villain, settings, weapons, powers, storyline, and its very dark. That being said It has similar characters, controls, graphics and very good music. I don't know what game i like better this or OOT. Skull kid is a lot more evil than Ganadorf. Yes he is. Ever notice ganadorf never really killed off things thatWow This game is so different to ocarina of time but yet so similar. Different villain, settings, weapons, powers, storyline, and its very dark. That being said It has similar characters, controls, graphics and very good music. I don't know what game i like better this or OOT. Skull kid is a lot more evil than Ganadorf. Yes he is. Ever notice ganadorf never really killed off things that weren't in his way like how kakariko village was the same when link was matured in OOT. Ganadorf wanted to rule thats it yes he was still evil but not as wicked as Skull kid. Skull kid wanted to obliterate everything with that moon. Just out of pure evil he had no reason behind it. Even at the end when majora went into the moon and said " I SHALL CONSUME EVERYTHING!" whoah there buddy take it easy. This game was creepy and addictive one of my favorite games. I HIGHLY suggest you atleast play/beat the first temple before you rate this game. This game is not a 0. Ill accept haters giving it a 5 at most but anything under that is absurd… Expand
  80. brendon123
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    This game is very very good. It brings the same layout of OOT but different setting, characters, plot, etc you can debatably say this is OOT two. In this game time is actually more of a factor than OOT. The game has amazing terrain and awesome masks, it makes you want to collect them all but doing fun side missions. This is one of my favorite games ever. If you haven't played it yet pleaseThis game is very very good. It brings the same layout of OOT but different setting, characters, plot, etc you can debatably say this is OOT two. In this game time is actually more of a factor than OOT. The game has amazing terrain and awesome masks, it makes you want to collect them all but doing fun side missions. This is one of my favorite games ever. If you haven't played it yet please take the time to do so… Expand
  81. ultimadwarf
    Nov 23, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Majora's Mask is an amazing game. I can't say it's the best in the series tho, as I'm conflicted between MM and Wind Waker.

    Majora's Mask to me is like the Morrowind or the Burning Crusade of the Zelda Series. It's new, different, creepy and out of place. The whole world has a "Depressed" feeling to it. It can be a pretty dark game. It get's even darker the more you play it and the more you pay attention to the surroundings in the world.

    The main story is pretty short. There are only four dungeons excluding the Moon ( which is just 1 boss ) in the whole game. Each dungeon however, is pretty great in it's own way. Each dungeon as a sort of gimmick or thing to it. Woodfall doesn't have much of one, but Snowhead revolves around the idea of a controlable platform in the main room. Lower or Higher the platform to get into different areas.

    Great Bay, while water temples are usually hated, is a pretty ok dungeon. It revolves around changing the water flow to unlock certain areas.

    The most amazing of the four tho, is Stone Tower. It has a pretty epic idea of climbing a massive tower to get into it. Halfway through tho, you will be able to literally flip the temple upside down to access chests and doors that were previously upside down to begin with. It's pretty amazing as the developers had to design a dungeon to work both right-side up and up-side down at the same time.

    The reason the game has a lack of dungeons compared to other games in the series, is the fact there are MANY side-quests. In fact I'd say that 30% of your play time contributes to the Main-Quest and 70% to Side-Quests. Best of all is the Side-Quests let you learn more about the world, and how everyone has been effected by current events.

    You're probably wondering if I think it's better than Ocarina of Time/Master Quest or not. In my opinion, it's much better than OoT.

    Overall tho, if you've already played OoT and would like a similar game to play, Majora's Mask will feel like an expansion to OoT. I would recommend it if you're looking for that sort of thing. MM runs in the same engine as OoT with a few minor modifications. It uses the N64 Expansion Pack. It uses the Expansion Pack to display Motion-Blur effects.    … Expand
  82. AsheZx
    Nov 9, 2014
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played, full stop. This is the first time I have ever handed out a 10/10 on Metacritic. There is not a thing wrong with it and if you plan on buying it, I'd wait for the 3DS version to come out. It's more likable than Ocarina of time in my opinion, because the story is just so much more developed and darker - with noticeable themes running through the gameThis is the best game I have ever played, full stop. This is the first time I have ever handed out a 10/10 on Metacritic. There is not a thing wrong with it and if you plan on buying it, I'd wait for the 3DS version to come out. It's more likable than Ocarina of time in my opinion, because the story is just so much more developed and darker - with noticeable themes running through the game as you explore Termina. As said, it is my favorite game of all time. 10/10… Expand
  83. Andjelico
    Nov 6, 2014
    10
    Zelda - Majora's mask is for everyone who likes deep emotional stories. This is one of the best stories i have seen. There is so much intense, touching, actionfilled parts!

    This game gives you so much "background-thoughs" while you are solving temples, like: Is everyone going to remember what Link did to whole world? or I am the only one who can save the world... The music "feels" with    Zelda - Majora's mask is for everyone who likes deep emotional stories. This is one of the best stories i have seen. There is so much intense, touching, actionfilled parts!

    This game gives you so much "background-thoughs" while you are solving temples, like: Is everyone going to remember what Link did to whole world? or I am the only one who can save the world... The music "feels" with me, and that is why the music is perfect on this game.

    Please, try this game right now if you haven't!    … Expand
  84. Wahfuu
    Oct 25, 2014
    9
    On the surface, a rather fun and enjoyable dungeon-crawler through a very vibrant world. Below that, an adventure underlined with some seriously eerie dark surrealism underneath it. Between the rather cryptic dialogue that shows up every now and then, the more-disturbing-the-more-you-think-about-it event that happens at the farm if you fail, to even the very way you acquire theOn the surface, a rather fun and enjoyable dungeon-crawler through a very vibrant world. Below that, an adventure underlined with some seriously eerie dark surrealism underneath it. Between the rather cryptic dialogue that shows up every now and then, the more-disturbing-the-more-you-think-about-it event that happens at the farm if you fail, to even the very way you acquire the transformation masks, there's a feeling of unrest, of uncertainty, and a tint of somberness to the atmosphere. Which is all only enhanced by the ever-so-slow growing tension given by the impending apocolypse of the moon crashing down.

    The atmosphere is one of a kind, and the game's pretty fun too. My absolute peak of the zelda franchise. I wish there were more of a games with a subtle, yet vibrant world like it. Also wish stuff like Stone-Tower Temple would show up again. That dungeon was great.

    Do recommend.    … Expand
  85. Steeldude
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    My first 3D Zelda game. It is an awesome experience with many sidequests and things to do. It features only 4 major dungeons, but all of them are pretty good and the boss fights are really well done. Trying to complete to Bombers's Notebook will definitely keep you busy. I like this game, as all NPCs have their own lives and routines and there are many little stories for you to discover,My first 3D Zelda game. It is an awesome experience with many sidequests and things to do. It features only 4 major dungeons, but all of them are pretty good and the boss fights are really well done. Trying to complete to Bombers's Notebook will definitely keep you busy. I like this game, as all NPCs have their own lives and routines and there are many little stories for you to discover, while the rest being very entertaining as well. Moreover, the masks give you a lot of unique abilities, thus making the whole adventure unique.… Expand
  86. batmanthecool
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    A dark and strange twist to Ocarina of time, even though side quests may not be everyone's cup of tea but in terms of experience and story, this game delivers more than the last game could ever achieve, sure it reuses alot of stuff from the last game, the obvious improvements make up for it and theres always something that will reach out to you in the story, have you ever been rejected byA dark and strange twist to Ocarina of time, even though side quests may not be everyone's cup of tea but in terms of experience and story, this game delivers more than the last game could ever achieve, sure it reuses alot of stuff from the last game, the obvious improvements make up for it and theres always something that will reach out to you in the story, have you ever been rejected by friends? Then skull kid's story can relate to you, the whole always makes you feel trapped in time.In three days, the world is going to be destroyed, you can't get on with life until you save the world, everyone you met, everyone will die and saving them in the end feels rewarding to me.… Expand
  87. horcrux2007
    Sep 25, 2014
    10
    "Majora's Mask" is the darkest, most grotesque, and difficult game in the series, and it just so happens to be my favorite Legend of Zelda video game. The time limit creates so much tension while playing, and the puzzles can be very difficult, and the story is quite original and somewhat morose. I personally feel "Majora's Mask" is superior to "Ocarina of Time".
  88. SwitSwat
    Sep 3, 2014
    10
    Many people have regarded this as superior to Ocarina of Time. I am not one of those people, but the only reason I say that is because of the time limit. Normally, I'm not the best when it comes to Zelda games, which is why when I am playing Majora's Mask which contains a couple of the hardest dungeons ever in a Zelda games with an added time limit, I always piss my pants. SeriouslyMany people have regarded this as superior to Ocarina of Time. I am not one of those people, but the only reason I say that is because of the time limit. Normally, I'm not the best when it comes to Zelda games, which is why when I am playing Majora's Mask which contains a couple of the hardest dungeons ever in a Zelda games with an added time limit, I always piss my pants. Seriously though, it can be frustrating unless you are like super pro. Besides that, I loved the story, the dark atmosphere, and the interesting overworld of Termina unlike Ocarina of Time which had an almost empty Hyrule Field. Simply put, it's a great sequel to OoT and certainly a great game in the series. 10/10 (Oh god not the Great Bay Temple and the Stone Tower Temple... PLEASE, HAVE MERCY!)… Expand
  89. GypsyPeach
    Jul 31, 2014
    10
    I have played all of the Zelda games, even the newer ones and I have to say that this one is my absolute favorite. Not only is it an excellent sequel to an already excellent game, it's a darker note in the series that sort of gives it a different edge than a normal Zelda game. Not only is the story good but the temples are well thought out although they are few. There are many optionalI have played all of the Zelda games, even the newer ones and I have to say that this one is my absolute favorite. Not only is it an excellent sequel to an already excellent game, it's a darker note in the series that sort of gives it a different edge than a normal Zelda game. Not only is the story good but the temples are well thought out although they are few. There are many optional side quests to allow you to get all the masks and you are most certainly rewarded for all of your hard work at the end and likewise all of the puzzles and mini games and side quests are fun and well worth the time. The game is challenging as all good Zelda games should be but this one has challenges that not only increase difficulty but make the game feel a bit more dark compared to OoT. The graphics and music (as always) and the game has great replay value. Be careful trying to use the guide, I know there are some mistakes in it (I've heard horror stories particularly with the water temple) so I would personally avoid it or at least be careful with your songs. Overall, as I mentioned, this is my favorite Zelda game in the series and I can't say enough good things about it...the only thing that can really be critiqued is the 3 day time reset gets a bit annoying but it IS what allows you to do ALL of the quests.… Expand
  90. Horricule
    Jul 28, 2014
    10
    Once I heard that link is dead in here, I disbanded it. But I listened to the theory and (even though it is false since nintendo only had one year, they put gameplay before narrative) it got me hooked. I played it once at a friends house and I couldn't stop thinking about it. It is just so good. Best game ever.
  91. tybyrd93
    Jun 19, 2014
    10
    One of the darker zelda games, Majora's Mask is a slightly more intricate entry that focuses on the characters and themes more than the adventure. I consider OOT the better game, but Majora's Mask is still a classic masterpiece
  92. TaraDarveaux
    Jun 5, 2014
    10
    I was really impressed with how fun this game was. It was a whole new idea; the masks and the 3 day cycle thing. I thought it would be a little weird for me, but I'm thinking about re-playing it soon, because I miss how unique it was. It's great for all ages, and you won't regret playing it.
  93. amuadr
    Jun 3, 2014
    10
    Not better than Zelda: Ocarina of time but still it's a masterpiece. there is no way to explain the feeling when you play aq good game, because you don't have. listen here, go pick up this game and put a toilet up your ass because you wpn't be moving for weeks. seriously. pick this one and ocarina of time up and hire a chef to cook for you while your having a great time
  94. CptKeeta
    May 31, 2014
    10
    This game is just a masterpiece,a must have for every true gamer, it's art and nothing else. Astonishing graphics at that time, incredible OST, great NPCs and sidequesting, and the main history. Oh boy, the main history is just as good as it gets, the atmosphere of unrest all over Termina, and what I think makes this game the best of the whole Zelda series is the fact that, no matter howThis game is just a masterpiece,a must have for every true gamer, it's art and nothing else. Astonishing graphics at that time, incredible OST, great NPCs and sidequesting, and the main history. Oh boy, the main history is just as good as it gets, the atmosphere of unrest all over Termina, and what I think makes this game the best of the whole Zelda series is the fact that, no matter how you try, you can't save everyone, because you're gonna have to need to restart every once in a while and eventually no one will remember how much you did for them and that's what makes this entry unique, you are a silent hero for the first time, you are a foreigner that's trying to save people he doesn't know and who he doesn't owe anything because he is a HERO in caps.And this is a GAME in caps, the replayability, the little moments that make this game way more mature than the others like saving people who are already dead, or the Anju-Kafei sidequest, or the Deku Butler's son moment at the end of the game. That makes MM a GAME in caps.… Expand
  95. joaopontesvaz
    May 27, 2014
    9
    Graphics: 10 Sound: 10 Gameplay: 10 Fun/Story: 9

    The sequel of Ocarina Of Time, it could be 10 but hand´t the magic and the surprise factor of predecessor.
  96. Poppeloppiluss
    May 23, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. **Could contain minor spoilers**

    I LOVE the game! It has so many things to enjoy. Every NPC has his/her own story to follow. And every time you replay the days you get to follow any story you like. It is a very original game overall and the cutscenes and the way the story is told is brilliant. I also love the deeper meaning this game has with the masks of how we all carry many different masks from time to time but we are still the same person underneath. And how Skull kid carries a mask just because he thought he wasn't accepted the way he was when it turns out that there is nothing wrong with him, the mask was the thing that were wrong. This game is filled with action, drama, philosophy, mysteries, secrets and so much more. And the detail that gives the game an even greater experience is to be able to play the role of the legendary Deku, Goron and the Zora and to be able to use their different skills. Simply amazing.

    Many complain about that the graphics are old but the game is from year 2000 so that's how the graphics were back then. And if you rate a game mainly on the graphics then you obviously don't know how to rate games. The game is brilliant, no question about it.

    The only bad thing i can come to think of is the time limit of the days in-game. The time goes to quickly (even with the "Inverted song of time") and it's hard to enjoy the game fully out without having to feel stressed and that you need to push through the story of the game. I would have liked it if the time would have gone even slower (still with the possibility to speed up or skip time) so you could enjoy the game more and so you wouldn't have to always feel this urge to hurry up. Because right now you have to jump forth and backwards in time a lot and it can be kind of annoying from time to time. But that is the only thing i can judge as negative.

    I really hope to see a remake of this game in the future with updated graphics and updated in-game details. Maybe with an expanded range of characters and stories to follow.    … Expand
  97. UrbanScott
    May 1, 2014
    10
    Like Ocarina of Time, it's sequel, Majora's Mask is as satisfying game with darker themes, brilliant gameplay and gorgeous graphics.

    Majora's Mask is about Link after the events of Ocarina of Time. Link set's off to find his fairy, Navi, but ends up in a parallel universe of Termina. There, Link has three day's to save Termina from Destruction. Like Ocarina of Time, in this game you    Like Ocarina of Time, it's sequel, Majora's Mask is as satisfying game with darker themes, brilliant gameplay and gorgeous graphics.

    Majora's Mask is about Link after the events of Ocarina of Time. Link set's off to find his fairy, Navi, but ends up in a parallel universe of Termina. There, Link has three day's to save Termina from Destruction.

    Like Ocarina of Time, in this game you can play with time even more so than in the previous installment. You can speed up time, slow down time, skip time, and go back in time. And with the three day limit, a sense of urgency is always on you.

    Not only that, but the Majora's Mask took some of the best aspects of Ocarina of Time and made them better. The graphics, gameplay, music, and the songs, for example. Also, the world in Majora's Mask, contrary to popular belief, is larger than Ocarina of Times.

    Majora's mask story is also very satisfying, as you help people and venture to other lands in Termina, you help remove a sense of darkness over the land. The story is very dark, which makes Majora's Mask one of or the darkest Zelda game..

    The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is, like Ocarina of Time, is a gorgeous game. High replay value, great graphics, fun gameplay, challenging puzzles, and a long story makes this game a masterpiece to be cherished.    … Expand
  98. OmniaEternum
    Apr 6, 2014
    10
    I love this game. I really do. I love everything about it; story, visuals, gameplay, characters, emotions, music, the time limit, the creepy imagery of the Stone Tower. It's, in my opinion, the pinnacle of my favorite video game franchise of all time, The Legend of Zelda.
    A masterpiece.
  99. bobscary
    Mar 31, 2014
    9
    this game is awesome, it starts off very slow, but if you can make it through, you'll have what i consider the best experience in the franchise, even more so than OOT, i think this game deserves a lot more credit than it gets
  100. DrewtheDude85
    Mar 28, 2014
    10
    The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a complete masterpiece! I love it so much to the point where I'd say it's arguably not just my favorite Zelda Game, but one of my favorite games of all time. I love that it uses aspects from Ocarina of Time and still uses them flawlessly with some other cool new features. I also love this story to this game, it's very creepy and very dramatic and itThe Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a complete masterpiece! I love it so much to the point where I'd say it's arguably not just my favorite Zelda Game, but one of my favorite games of all time. I love that it uses aspects from Ocarina of Time and still uses them flawlessly with some other cool new features. I also love this story to this game, it's very creepy and very dramatic and it can even lead to some pretty deep thoughts about some story aspects. I also thought that the 3-Day system in this game made the game extra fun, it may have been different and I know a lot of people didn't like it, but i did and I would even dare say that I would like something kind of similar to that applied to another Zelda game in the future! I also love the soundtrack, while it did recycle some Ocarina of Time songs it also brought in some cool new songs that fit moods and drama of the game; The soundtrack is great and I would probably say it's one of my favorite soundtracks of all time. Overall, despite what some may say, I think that Majora's Mask was superior to Ocarina of Time and it should not be overlooked!… Expand
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95

Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 27
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  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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