Link
The young hero who travels to Termina and seeks to recover his stolen belongings while preventing the Moon's fall.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Control Stick | Move Link |
|---|---|
A | Context action; speak, open, pick up, and examine |
B | Use Link's sword |
Z | Center the camera or target an opponent |
R | Raise Link's shield |
C-Buttons | Use assigned items or control the camera |
Start | Open the inventory and pause menu |
Combos and sequences
ZB | Perform a targeted sword attack |
|---|---|
RB | Use a shield attack while guarding |
Control notes
Items must be assigned to the C buttons from the inventory.
Controls may vary slightly between controller configurations.
How it plays
How does The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask play?
The game uses a third-person perspective. Link explores Termina, investigates four major regions, defeats dungeon bosses, and gathers masks, equipment, and heart containers while searching for a way to stop the Moon.
A three-day cycle advances continuously. The Song of Time returns Link to the first day while preserving key items and knowledge; the player must manage schedules, reset time, and complete dungeon objectives efficiently. Masks can alter Link's abilities, including Deku, Goron, and Zora forms.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask?
Learn the daily schedules of important residents before spending a cycle on major objectives. The inverted Song of Time slows the clock, giving much more time for exploration.
- Deposit Rupees at the Clock Town bank before returning through time.
- Use the dungeon map, compass, and stray-fairy rewards to plan each temple.
- Save transformation masks for situations where their movement or attack abilities are required.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Skull Kid
A troubled being wearing Majora's Mask, whose actions set the destruction of Termina in motion.
Tatl
A fairy who accompanies Link after being separated from her brother, Tael.
Princess Zelda
The princess who appears in Link's memories and gives him the Ocarina of Time.
Documented inputs
What cheats and unlocks are documented?
Documented unlockCollect all 24 transformation and regular masks, then trade the four post-dungeon character masks to the Moon children to receive the Fierce Deity Mask for the final battle.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Play the Song of Time before the final hours of a cycle when you need a safe reset.
- 2
The Song of Double Time advances the clock by twelve hours and helps reach scheduled events.
- 3
Banked Rupees and most important equipment remain available after returning to the first day.
Editorial context
What do players highlight?
A memorable, atmospheric Zelda with an unusual time-loop structure and some of the series' strongest side stories.
The strict three-day schedule can feel stressful, but planning turns it into a satisfying puzzle.
Community discussion
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