The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask
A dark and surreal Zelda adventure set in Termina, where Link must prevent the moon from crashing in 72 hours using time-loop mechanics. Notable for its transformation masks and deep NPC schedules that created an unprecedented living world.
Platform
nintendo 64
Year
2000
Genre
Action-Adventure
Developer
Nintendo EAD
Controls
About This Game
Introduced the revolutionary three-day cycle (approximately 54 real-time minutes) where characters followed intricate schedules. The 24 transformation masks - including Deku, Goron, and Zora forms - fundamentally changed gameplay mechanics.
Used the Expansion Pak to enhance graphics and enable time mechanics. The Bomber's Notebook system tracked over 60 side quests across four regions (Clock Town, Woodfall, Snowhead, Great Bay).
Featured 20 unique dungeons (four main temples plus mini-dungeons) and the eerie Happy Mask Salesman character. The Fierce Deity Mask became one of gaming's most powerful hidden items.
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