THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: MAJORA'S MASK

Comments from Young People…

First I will name some downs to the game: There is a little magic, but not as much as Ocarina of Time, and a “goddess of time” is mentioned but I don't think I heard anyone going around and glorifying or worshipping any idols. There are templeds with spirits trapped in them and the last thing I'm going to mention is the "Fierce Diety mask". But if you're not an observant person, you might not notice some of those things. Some of the ups: You do get to help plenty of people in this game, no cussing or blood. The graphics seemed pretty smooth and the controls were easy too.
   —Cynthia, age 12

I agree with the other reviewer's, though I only had access to the game long enough to get the boss key in the last temple. Magic is arrows, fire, ice, and light, and the spinning sword attack. Anyway, as a note to the person who mentioned Zelda only appearing once in a game named after her, it's because in Japan, this game was called Zelda: Gaiden. Gaiden means sidestory so this game wasn't meant to follow the usual plot. My Ratings: [4/5]
   —Rachel, age 16

This game was really easy. The other Zelda was longer and harder but this Zelda is a lot darker. This game also scared my 7 year old brother. The first game has some blood in it (when you beat Ganandwarf and Ganan) and this game dosen't. This game had a lot better game play than the others that is what I liked about this game. The thing I don't get is this game's title is Zelda when Zelda only appears once. Well that's what I have to say about this. My Ratings: [4/5]
   —Kyle Nybo, age 13

I always loved the Zelda Games, and this one rocked! My Mom and I used to play the SNES Zelda, A link to the past. I HAVE BEATEN MAJORAS MASK. there is nothing objectional. Some parents who do not allow ANY violence whatsoever might think it is violent. This game isn't as violent as Ocarina of time though. I would recommend this game for kids 8 and up, because some of the bosses might scare them, like the first boss is a giant tribal Indian that has to sharp knives and sends insects at you, like swarms of moths and some half your size. This game is very confusing at times. I think the best thing about this game is you get to put on a mask so you can become a Deku Scrub, a goron hero, or the Indigo-Gos guitar playing zora (half dolphin, half human) Out of all this game ROCKED! The story isn't as interesting as Ocarina Of time's, but the graphics and gameplay is almost better. BEFORE U PLAY THIS PLAY OCARINA OF TIME, and u will enjoy it a lot more. No blood, no nudity, no foul language (even though they don't “talk” you read what they say.) I got this game for Christmas, and played it almost every day for a week and a half then I beat it. I rate this game 98/100 because no game can compete with my all-time favorite "Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina of Time". This Game rocks! Go buy it or rent it! My Ratings: [5/5]
   —Brad Eggerton, age 13

I think this game is GREAT it's one of the BEST. There is some magic involved but it helps you to win the game. The magic only helps your bow get stronger and your sword more powerful. There are goddesses mentioned in the game but people DO NOT run around praising them. I would recommend this game to 7 years old and up because it's hard and can get frustrating. There are NO blood and guts in this game. When you hit something with your sword or arrow etc. it flashes red. When you kill it it disappears and leaves stuff behind like rupees (money). My Ratings: [5/5]
   —c07645, age 10

I bought the prequel to this game (Ocarina of Time) and loved it, so I had to buy this game. The reviewer has done a very good job of looking over the game and yes, there is some magic involved, but it's just for making your bow and arrow more powerful or making your sword swing faster. As for violence goes, there is no blood, period. When enemies get hit they flash red and then disappear. No blood or guts. I do think it has a darker feel to the game than the prequel, but again it's just good against evil. And when you help people out, it goes well for you, so there is an incentive for compassion on people. For example, there is a hungry person stranded on a cliff on a snowy mountain and you bring him some food or bringing medicine to a sick relative of a shopkeeper. The game play is great, and the graphics are unbeatable. I would recommend this game to anyone, but it may be a little difficult for younger children. My Ratings: [5/5]
   —Nathan, age 13

I think kids 9 and up should like this game, the reason I don't recommend younger ages is because it is hard, and could really frustrate them. There is one part, the god of time, a false god, but is only mentioned once in the game, and it doesn't glorify the god (or goddess). The violence is not bad, the sword and bow and arrows is one thing he fights with, but no harm done to humans, only stuff like big fish and other creatures, such as ghosts and zombies spiders, bugs, and other imaginary craters. Now, I mean, even in the CHRONICLES Of NARNIA they used weapons, and the ghosts look like some purple clothed creature with a black face and a lantern. The zombies, named redeads look like a creature with a wooden mask. There are no sexual acts in the game. The only love is friendship, and two people that want to get married since they are engaged, nothing bad though.The great fairy is just like in Ocarina of Time. There are more morals in this story, and the magic is only for arrows and sword attacks. I think this is a well done game. There are witches, the same twins from Ocarina of Time, but they run shops in this game. There is a bar, but it is only a milk bar. The skull kid is not what you would think: he is an imaginary kid possessed by the mask, But that is all. Your fairy does rush you at the beginning, and the worst word is “brat”. There are spirits, but not evil or angel-like. I think it is a safe game though… My Ratings: [4/5]
   —Bryan F., age 13

…Although you use a sword to defeat enemies the battles are never graphic. As compared to games like Perfect Dark. You use your sword to hack at enemies and they disappear. There are also some magic elements to the game. This is limited to using masks to transform into different creatures and used for some items. A fairy can also also heal you. If you look past the somewhat objectionable elements and look more toward the story you will find out that it has a good moral ending. Any adult should feel safe letting there younger players play this game. Just as long as they explain the magic. Nintendo has done a great job in creating this game. The graphics are great. Some of the best seen on the Nintendo 64. The music is ranges from soothing to frantic. It always goes with what's happening. If you're in a battle, for instance, it goes from charming to downright fast. The controls are second nature. My Ratings: [3 / 5 / 4 / 4]
   —Marcus Sonsteby, age 16

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this Christian Spotlight review are those of the reviewer (both ratings and recommendations), and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Films for Christ or the Christian Answers Network.