Review Gothd011 3/5 · May 12, 2026
I waited 300 years to play this game...
And honestly I probably could have bypassed this and would have been okay. Still love Zelda! But no I was not a fan.
The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask (2000)
Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.3
64DD · Nintendo 64 · Wii · Wii U
4.40 from 3923 ratings · #57 top rated on Grouvee
8011 members have it in their collection · 285 playing now · 2071 backlogged · 1407 wish listed
How long? Main story 50h · with extras 30h · 100% 41h (from 18 logged playthroughs)
The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a direct sequel to Ocarina of Time, it utilizes the same engine and visual style as its predecessor. The game retains the traditional elements of Zelda games as well as those introduced in Ocarina of Time, such as active blocking with a shield, various throwing items, and the usage of melodies played on …
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The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a direct sequel to Ocarina of Time, it utilizes the same engine and visual style as its predecessor. The game retains the traditional elements of Zelda games as well as those introduced in Ocarina of Time, such as active blocking with a shield, various throwing items, and the usage of melodies played on the ocarina to solve puzzles. Compared to the previous Zelda games, this installment is more oriented towards interaction with NPCs and has a larger variety of items, optional quests, and mini-games. It also includes a time system that spans three days, and this cycle must be reset periodically to progress through the game.
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Details
- Developers
- Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.3
- Publishers
- Gradiente, Nintendo
- Genres
- Adventure, Puzzle
- Themes
- Action, Fantasy, Horror, Open world
- Franchises
- The Legend of Zelda
- Series
- The Legend of Zelda, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
- Event
- Nintendo Space World '99
Release dates
- Apr 27, 2000 (Full Release) (Japan) Nintendo 64
- Oct 26, 2000 (Full Release) (North_America) Nintendo 64
- Nov 17, 2000 (Full Release) (Europe) Nintendo 64
- 2002 (Full Release) (Brazil) Nintendo 64
- Apr 03, 2009 (Full Release) (Europe) Wii
- Apr 03, 2009 (Full Release) (Australia) Wii
- Apr 07, 2009 (Full Release) (Japan) Wii
- May 18, 2009 (Full Release) (North_America) Wii
- Jun 23, 2016 (Full Release) (Europe) Wii U
- Nov 24, 2016 (Full Release) (North_America) Wii U
- TBD (Cancelled) (Worldwide) 64DD
- TBD (Cancelled) (China) Nintendo 64
Related
Bundled in
- The Legend of Zelda: Collector's Edition (Nov 2003)
Remakes
- The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D (Feb 2015)
Featured in lists
Rating distribution
5 stars
2324
4 stars
1055
3 stars
383
2 stars
129
1 star
32
Community All Reviews Statuses
Review Justeego 3/5 · Jan 29, 2024
A missed opportunity
The game on 3DS needs some fixes, thankfully I played with a mod that reverts back some changes like the original. The problem is that the quest system is bad, doesn't help at all and needs online guides to get to the dungeons. They could have easly changed some dialogues to give better informations to the player or checkmarks on …
Read moreThe game on 3DS needs some fixes, thankfully I played with a mod that reverts back some changes like the original. The problem is that the quest system is bad, doesn't help at all and needs online guides to get to the dungeons. They could have easly changed some dialogues to give better informations to the player or checkmarks on the map. Compared to Ocarina you can't play without guides and it's frustrating, that's why it's a worse game, still has its charming and I liked the atmosphere
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Review Toupaloops 4/5 · Nov 17, 2020
Majora's Mask Review 8.2/10
This is the most original Zelda game you’ll ever play. The darker tone was a bold move on Nintendo’s part and they nailed it. Gameplay wise though, I hesitate to drown it in praise because it truly is an acquired taste. The time loop mechanic will undoubtedly turn some players off and knowing where to go next can be obscure. …
This is the most original Zelda game you’ll ever play. The darker tone was a bold move on Nintendo’s part and they nailed it. Gameplay wise though, I hesitate to drown it in praise because it truly is an acquired taste. The time loop mechanic will undoubtedly turn some players off and knowing where to go next can be obscure. A good portion of the side quests will leave you clueless and grumbling your way to a walkthrough. Not to mention the notoriously badly designed Great Bay Temple. On purely aesthetic grounds though I’s say it’s worth revisiting.
Review cbdiabla 5/5 · Sep 15, 2020
La profundidad temática de este juego da para muchos análisis. Les comparto uno que hice sobre la idea del eterno retorno de Nietzsche
https://blogelarca.com/zelda-majoras-mask-y-el-eterno-retorno-de-nietzsche/
Review El_Diegote 5/5 · Apr 28, 2019
Definitely my favourite Zelda game. Can't believe I never played this as a kid.
Review poisongirlss 5/5 · Jan 24, 2019
If you're new to the series, play Ocarina first. Then play this one. Use the Song of Time religiously and get immersed. I beat the game sort of by chance, stumbling upon quests and temples at the right time, and I loved just being immersed in Termina. This game also gave birth to my favourite obscure character, Fierce Deity Link. …
Read moreIf you're new to the series, play Ocarina first. Then play this one. Use the Song of Time religiously and get immersed. I beat the game sort of by chance, stumbling upon quests and temples at the right time, and I loved just being immersed in Termina. This game also gave birth to my favourite obscure character, Fierce Deity Link. Majora's Mask may be hard to "get" for Zelda beginners, but is worth persevering with.
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Review GenRamblings 5/5 · Jul 23, 2018
A classic. Fixes most of the issues Ocarina of Time had though it did have a few problems of its own (namely the lack of dungeons, but sidequests fill that time well). I appreciated the overall darker tone which made the game stand out from the others I have played.
Review b_n 5/5 · Nov 11, 2014
1001 Games - #455
Pros: tried-and-true OoT gameplay retained, side quests keep game from feeling too linear, unique and bizarre narrative
Cons: few dungeons compared to predecessor games, fixed save points, time limit may be off-putting
Recommendation: a worthy follow-up to OoT, Majora's Mask ranks near the top of a series that consists of some of the greatest adventure games. …
1001 Games - #455
Pros: tried-and-true OoT gameplay retained, side quests keep game from feeling too linear, unique and bizarre narrative
Cons: few dungeons compared to predecessor games, fixed save points, time limit may be off-putting
Recommendation: a worthy follow-up to OoT, Majora's Mask ranks near the top of a series that consists of some of the greatest adventure games. It should be noted that MM is one of the most challenging entries in the Zelda series.