Nintendo. (2000). The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask [Video game]. Nintendo.

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is an action-adventure game released for the Nintendo 64 in 2000. It introduces players to the dark and surreal world of Termina, where Link must prevent a cataclysmic moon from crashing within three days. This unique gameplay mechanic revolves around a repeating three-day cycle, where time management is crucial. Players use the Ocarina of Time to manipulate time, rewinding or slowing it to solve puzzles and complete quests. Masks play a central role, transforming Link into various forms with unique abilities like Deku Link's water-skipping and Zora Link's rapid swimming. The game also introduces enhanced dungeon designs, numerous side quests, and deeper character interactions, tracked through the Bombers' Notebook. Leveraging the Nintendo 64 Expansion Pak for improved graphics and more complex environments, Majora's Mask delivers a darker, more experimental Zelda experience, earning acclaim for its innovation and emotional depth despite its challenging and unconventional structure.