Link
The young hero who is drawn into Termina and uses swords, shields, items, and transformation masks to oppose the coming disaster.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Control Stick | Move Link |
|---|---|
A | Perform context-sensitive actions such as talking, opening, climbing, and rolling |
B | Use the sword |
Z | Center the camera or target an enemy |
R | Raise the shield |
C-Up | Use the first-person view |
C-Left | Use the item assigned to C-Left |
C-Down | Use the item assigned to C-Down |
C-Right | Use the item assigned to C-Right |
Start | Open the pause and inventory screens |
Control notes
Items and masks can be assigned through the pause screen.
Some actions change when Link wears a transformation mask.
How it plays
How does The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask play?
The game uses a third-person perspective. Link explores Termina, enters dungeons, solves puzzles, defeats enemies, collects items, and ultimately seeks a way to stop the Moon before the final deadline.
The world follows a three-day cycle. Link can reset time with the Song of Time, preserving selected progress while the daily schedules of characters and events begin again. Masks transform Link into forms with different movement and combat abilities, while dungeons provide key items, bosses, and progression toward the finale.
A single-player adventure includes side quests, optional masks, heart pieces, bottles, and collectible fairies. The Bomber's Notebook and clock-based schedules help track objectives and character routines.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask?
Use the Song of Time before the final hours whenever you have completed a major objective. The Inverted Song of Time slows the clock, while the Song of Double Time advances it to a chosen period.
Learn the schedules of important characters and use the three-day cycle deliberately. Keep a supply of arrows, bombs, and other consumables before entering a dungeon, and save spare bottles for fairies or quest items.
Explore each area after obtaining a new transformation mask. Deku, Goron, and Zora forms open different routes and are essential for both dungeon progression and optional heart pieces.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Majora's Mask
A powerful and malicious mask whose influence drives the threat facing Termina.
Skull Kid
A lonely imp who obtains Majora's Mask and causes the Moon to descend toward Termina.
Tat l
A fairy who accompanies Link after becoming separated from her brother and assists him during the journey.
Tatl
Link's fairy companion, who provides guidance and helps reveal information about the people and places of Termina.
The Happy Mask Salesman
A mysterious traveler who asks Link to recover Majora's Mask and offers the Song of Healing.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Reset time only after collecting important items or completing events that you want to preserve.
- 2
The bank in Clock Town stores rupees permanently across time resets.
- 3
Masks and bottles are often required for optional heart pieces and side quests.
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