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The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a 2000 action-adventure video game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a 2000 action-adventure video game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64. It is a direct sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and is known for its three-day time loop structure and darker tone than many earlier Zelda games. The game was released in North America in 2000 and has long been part of Nintendo’s popular console catalogue for Canadian players.

Gameplay

Majora's Mask is an action-adventure game that combines exploration, puzzle-solving, item collection, and real-time combat. Its central mechanic is a three-day time cycle that repeatedly resets unless the player advances the story.

Setting and story

The game takes place in Termina, a parallel world distinct from Hyrule. The story involves a looming moon crisis and the mask associated with the title, which is central to the conflict.

Release and versions

Nintendo released the original game for the Nintendo 64 in 2000. Later versions included releases on other Nintendo platforms and a 2015 remake for Nintendo 3DS.

Legacy

The game is widely noted within The Legend of Zelda series for its unusual structure and darker atmosphere. It remains one of the franchise's most distinctive entries.

Key facts

  • Released in 2000 for the Nintendo 64.
  • Developed and published by Nintendo.
  • It is the second 3D game in the The Legend of Zelda series after Ocarina of Time.
  • The game is set in a parallel world called Termina.
  • Its gameplay is defined by a repeating three-day cycle that can be reset.
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Canadian context

The game was released in North America in 2000 and has long been part of Nintendo’s popular console catalogue for Canadian players.[16]

Frequently asked questions

What is Majora's Mask?
The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a 2000 action-adventure video game for Nintendo 64 developed and published by Nintendo.
Is Majora's Mask a sequel?
Yes. It is a direct sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
What console was Majora's Mask originally released on?
It was originally released for the Nintendo 64.
What is the main gameplay gimmick?
The game centers on a repeating three-day time cycle that the player can reset.
Was Majora's Mask remade?
Yes. The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D was released for Nintendo 3DS in 2015.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Legend_of_Zelda:_Majora's_Mask
    Supports: Original release year, platform, developer, publisher, genre, series placement, and direct sequel status.
  2. Wikipedia — https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Legend_of_Zelda:_Majora's_Mask
    Supports: Worldwide release year, series placement, and direct sequel status.
  3. Wikipedia — https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/Majora's_Mask
    Supports: Developer, publisher, release year, platform, series placement, and 3D graphics status.
  4. Zelda Dungeon Wiki — https://www.zeldadungeon.net/wiki/The_Legend_of_Zelda:_Majora's_Mask
    Supports: Release regions and dates, sequel status, and three-day time system.
  5. Zelda Dungeon Wiki — https://www.zeldadungeon.net/wiki/Majora's_Mask
    Supports: The title mask as an artifact central to the game's story.
  6. Zelda Dungeon Wiki — https://www.zeldadungeon.net/wiki/The_Legend_of_Zelda:_Majora's_Mask
    Supports: Three-day cycle, sequel relationship, and release timing.