The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D

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In "The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D," Link has three days to save Termina from a falling moon, using time-reversal and masks to solve puzzles, alter outcomes, and battle bosses. This remastered classic features enhanced graphics, over 20 masks, and various ways to change the world's fate, creating a suspenseful apocalyptic adventure distinct from other Zelda games. Relive the harrowing 72-hour journey, form alliances, and experience diverse challenges in this dark, suspenseful quest.

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Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D screenshot

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 151 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features excellent graphics and a unique, dark story that stands out in the Zelda series.
The remaster includes useful new features and improvements that enhance gameplay, making it more accessible for new players.
Majora's Mask offers a rich, atmospheric experience with memorable characters and engaging side quests.

The game can be quite challenging, requiring online tips and tricks to fully enjoy and complete it.
Some players may find the time mechanics and backtracking tedious, which can detract from the overall experience.
Not all versions are region-free, leading to compatibility issues for players outside the intended regions.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is a unique follow-up to "Ocarina of Time," set in the dark and immersive world of Termina, which features a compelling narrative filled with emotional depth and a sense of dread. Players appreciate the extensive side quests and the ability to manipulate time, although some find the backtracking tedious and the overall experience somewhat short for a Zelda title. The game is praised for its excellent dungeon design and the enhancements made for the 3DS, which streamline gameplay while maintaining the series' signature puzzles and challenges.
- “The game’s dark tone and heavy emphasis on emotion makes it truly stand out among Zelda titles, and it is a story that won’t soon be forgotten.”
- “Termina is a living world, like nothing else in the medium. An immense sense of dread is reflected with the game’s dark aesthetic and looming moon, and the temple design is amongst the series’ best.”
- “I do love all the side quests you get to do, and even though you have only three days to get everything solved, you can repeat the days over and over, and once you complete something and save, you won't have to redo it, unless you want to.”
- “[some aspects left unchanged still feel tedious, backtracking required for main story advancement is no fun]”
- “[on the short side for a zelda game, limited camera control on original 3ds, side quests can become repetitive]”
- “the game’s dark tone and heavy emphasis on emotion makes it truly stand out among Zelda titles and it is a story that won’t soon be forgotten.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Majora's Mask for 3DS have received praise for their beautiful and immersive design, enhancing the game's dark and melancholic atmosphere. Players appreciate the graphical improvements that make the experience more accessible while maintaining the game's artistic integrity, though some note that older models and animations slightly detract from the overall visual quality. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's mood and gameplay experience.
- “With music, visuals, and characters that create an incredible mood, Majora's Mask turns watching the end of the world approach into a pleasurable experience.”
- “Majora's Mask for 3DS makes a fantastic game better by giving it a graphical upheaval as well as making it accessible to new players.”
- “[Termina is a living world, like nothing else in the medium. A brilliantly reworked and streamlined experience for new players. An immense sense of dread reflected with the game’s dark aesthetic and looming moon. Temple design is amongst the series’ best. An incredible amount to collect and many side quests to tackle.]”
- “Relatively small compared to some other Zelda games.”
- “Old models and animations hold back an otherwise solid graphical update.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its innovative mechanics, fluid controls, and engaging quest design, which enhance the experience and keep it feeling fresh. While some minor flaws like jumbled level design and excessive single-use items are noted, the core gameplay elements, including the unique time cycle, continue to impress and stand out in the gaming landscape.
- “If I could, I would give it a 20! Great gameplay!”
- “Jumbled level design, time mechanics, and too many single-use masks.”
- “Minor flaws seem insignificant as the superb concoction of timeless game design truly shines: the unique gameplay ideas, the dark and haunting theme, and a cleverly crafted game world — aspects that made the original so great — enable this updated version to provide a near flawless experience.”
- “Fifteen years later, the time cycle idea is still fresh, and it’s astonishing that more games haven’t attempted to make use of this unique gameplay style.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Majora's Mask is widely praised for its deep, emotional, and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the game's unique themes of time and impending doom. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature that complements the game's stunning visuals and intricate side quests, contributing to an overall immersive experience. The combination of music and gameplay elements creates a profound and memorable journey for players.
- “With music, visuals, and characters that create an incredible mood, Majora's Mask turns watching the end of the world approach into a pleasurable experience.”
- “Deep, dark, melancholy, profound, a true work of art; beautiful graphics with stunning use of 3D; most changes, such as the Bomber's Notebook and the new save and time system, are for the better; the side quests are impeccably designed; amazing soundtrack.”
- “Awesome soundtrack, great dungeon and boss design; the time-travel element is still fresh and unique, dark, emotional, weird, and stressful.”
- “The music in this game is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the visuals are stunning, the soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects are jarring and detract from the immersive atmosphere the game tries to create.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its impressive visual upgrades and a captivating, creepy ambiance that sets it apart from previous titles in the series. Players appreciate the memorable characters that enhance the experience, contributing to a uniquely engaging and atmospheric world. Overall, the game is noted for its fascinating and immersive environment, making it one of the most interesting entries in the Zelda series.
- “Admirably different from Ocarina despite using the same engine, incredibly atmospheric, with fascinating, memorable characters to follow who don't simply despawn. The triumphant 64-bit return of the romping main theme makes the Zelda series more interesting than ever.”
- “Impressive visual upgrades create a creepy atmosphere, complemented by interesting characters.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect tedious, particularly due to the necessity of backtracking for main story progression, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Some aspects, left unchanged, still feel tedious. Backtracking required for main story advancement is no fun.”
- “The grinding in this game is excessive and makes progress feel painfully slow.”
- “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its dark and stressful themes, enhanced by a unique time-travel element that adds depth to the narrative. Players appreciate the awesome soundtrack and the engaging design of dungeons and bosses, which contribute to the overall emotional experience.
- “The time-travel element is still fresh and unique, creating a dark and emotional atmosphere that is both weird and stressful.”
- “The game features an awesome soundtrack that enhances the emotional depth of the experience.”
- “The great dungeon and boss design contribute to the overall emotional impact of the game.”