Legend of Zelda, The - Majora's Mask

Game Overview
Majora's Mask came out on the Nintendo 64 in 2000, developed and published by Nintendo. It arrived late in the N64's life, a follow-up to Ocarina of Time that took a different, more experimental direction. The game stands out for its darker tone and its focus on a repeating three-day cycle, a structure that felt distinct from other adventures of that era.You control Link, tasked with preventing the moon from crashing into the world of Termina. The core loop involves exploring the overworld, delving into dungeons, and solving puzzles, all while managing the relentless three-day countdown. Key mechanics include collecting and using transformation masks that let you become a Deku Scrub, a Goron, or a Zora, each with unique abilities for traversal and combat. The time cycle requires careful planning; you often reset time to retain progress while the world and its schedules reset around you. It creates a dense, sometimes demanding experience where learning routines is as important as combat skill. Playing it feels like slowly unraveling a intricate, melancholic puzzle where every character has a story waiting to be found.