It's the day before a 3DS-themed Nintendo Direct, so that means it's time for more rumours of a 3DS remake of The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask. This has been speculated upon since The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D graced the handheld, with Nintendo even hinting way back in summer 2011 that fan demand could make it a reality.
In truth, we've had rumours about this before most Nintendo Direct broadcasts, though it's become less likely with each passing month; Nintendo's already working on a new Zelda title for the 3DS — of course it is — so would it want a Majora's Mask remake to come too close to the shiny new adventure? It's doubtful, but fan demand and the nagging suspicion that the beloved N64 title will get the re-make treatment never goes away.
A new rumour with a hint of credibility is here — though a spoonful of salt is recommended, as always — courtesy of retailer Xtralife posting a product page for Majora's Mask 3D, with an apparent release date of 8th November. In the screenshot (below) it's nestling next to the Smash Bros. 3DS game that doesn't even have a name yet, however, and our own searches of the site have revealed no such listing, so we're unable to recreate the screen from below; that's why we recommend keeping that salt handy.
Keen rumour fans at Zelda Informer are also stating that the product page was apparently created a good time ago but set to be private from public view, with today's appearance potentially being a mistake before a reveal in the upcoming Nintendo Direct broadcast. Or a cheeky scamp at the retailer is raising our hopes, falsely, we just don't know.
This may be nonsense, but perhaps not; the concept of this remake coming to 3DS to fill a potential schedule gap isn't exactly outrageous. It's fun to dream, and we'll know very soon whether this is yet another cruel, unfulfilled Majora's Mask promise, or an early hint ahead of a big announcement. Be sure to join us for Nintendo Direct to find out either way.
[source zeldainformer.com]
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Not surprised, I saw this coming since E3 2010 when Ocarina of Time 3D was announced.
Seeing how there's a SSBB 3DS advertised there I don't find it very believable.
Well if it's true...I WANT IT AND CAN'T WAIT!
I would rather have a LttP 3DS remake, but this is still fine by me.
Wow. Playeressence has beaten you guys to a lot of the stories you have posted.
@TromboneGamer The Smash Bros. one is just a mock cover, like the Majora's Mask one uses a fan art cover.
The game listing is actually there at the website, you just have to know how to make it appear but it's certainly there.
But Nintendo, I want NEW games...
@WesCash You mean like fire emblem awakening, Luigis mansion dark moon, Mario and luigi dream team and Pokemkn X?
Anyways.....DO WANT!
This old rumor again...When will they learn? Now IF it came true...
Fake, but if real, ERTREJYXUV
@Pikachupwnage Don't forget Harvest Moon: A New Beginning, Rune Factory 4, Animal Crossing: A New Leaf, and Mario & Luigi's Dream Team.
Well there IS a 3DS Nintendo Direct tomorrow...
Majora's mask can wait! I first want a REALLY NEW ZELDA!!!
Yeah I hope this doesn't mean that LttP isn't going to get made. I'm not too excited since I recently 100%ed this on VC, and to my knowledge there was no master quest for bonus incentive.
When will Nintendo release the CDi Zelda series in the eShop? I'm pretty sure everybody wants those first!
@GamerZack7 They'll release that the same day they release Hotel Mario.
Make a NEW Zelda please. It's been two years and we have no information on an orginal Zelda on the 3DS. The Wii U Zelda won't be out until at least next year, so in the meantime we're getting another remake. It's time we get a new Zelda title.
@Ark_Sin Well ASIDE from those, Nintendo is LITERALLY releasing nothing new. If you don't count SEVEN games they aren't releasing anything new.
I really hope this is true. I love what they did with the LOZ OOT remake:)
hmmm...
These are just rumors obviously but I would be pretty happy if they turned out to be true. I have hardly even touched Majora's Mask.
@MrSRArter Or Mario is Missing!
I'd buy it as I've never beaten the original. Yep the only Zelda I never beat!
I'd be happy if this is true as well. I've been hoping for some news on a Majora's Mask 3DS remake. I loved Ocarina of Time 3D
From what I've read in previous articles, Nintendo would be outsourcing the project to another group to do, so they would still be able to work on a new Zelda at the same time.
Please be true, I've been wanting to play this one for a while
Unless Nintendo's also releasing a Brawl 3D, then this is fake.
I honestly would rather we got a new 2D Zelda than a MM remake. We've got enough Zelda remakes in the past few years, bring on the new stuff!
@PokeMario Pfft, Skyward Sword was released less than two years ago, and we all know how the guys at Nintendo are perfectionists.
I keep seeing Miiverse posts saying they want Majora's Mask HD or 3D with a Ben easter egg. I have to try to explain how facepalming that sounds in 100 characters or less, on Miiverse.
@MrSRArter: I'll count the days for the sake of everybody here.
WAAAAANNNTTT!! Please!
Two remakes in the same season? No thanks, I'd rather have a brand new 3DS Zelda instead.
I doubt this just as much as I doubt my wife. The thing is, I DON'T HAVE A WIFE ANYMORE! AHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAAHAAA!
Unlikely. They said they wanted to release first a new zelda game, not a remake.
Aha. If you click on the listing it takes you back to the main page, instead of a product description page. However, if you click on the "Add to Cart" button it actually adds it to your cart and takes you to a purchase page.
http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j230/Klinny/majora_mask_xtralife_zpsca5c0d36.jpg
It also lists it as only being 2.00 € when it's in your cart... Thinking someone should let this company know before people actually try and buy it. Anyone speak Spanish? o.O
If there is any Zelda news in this Nintendo Direct it will be release dates for Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages.
I would like to see this remastered and released while Nintendo finishes polishing the new Zelda.
@shinpichu Brawl is supposed to get the same Wii U+3DS treatment that Monster Hunter got
@Trikeboy Oh I forgot about those re-releases. Of course the Oracle series can be released in the next month and there would still be enough time gap for a Majora release in August or September.
This is awesome. I haven't played the old Zelda games except Ocarina of Time, so i'd definitely pick this up.
@HeatBombastic I meant the 3DS has been out for two years. Sorry, I should have been more clear. While Majora's Mask 3D would make great game, I would like to see a new Zelda on the 3DS.
WW and MM this fall? Lol
There are more ports here than in Hawaii
its true, here is how you can find it:
1. enter to http://www.xtralife.es
2. then search for zelda
3. then select ocarina of time 3d
4. you go down half the page of ocarina, right before the comments and there should be a title of related products
*if does not appears the first time you just refresh the page and take a look again (it took me 3 refresh-ups to appear)
when it appears you can add it to the cart and when you enter to proceed checkout it says that the reléase date is november 8
this if far much than a aprils fool joke, it seems true to me and i am seen foward for tomorrows direct.....
give it a try and see that it is true that appears....
cheers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The thing is, like @Gridatttack pointed out, Nintendo has said that before they do another remake on the 3DS, they want to get the new, original 3DS Zelda title out first. I usually try to see some truth in rumors, but this one I'm definitely not buying...for now.
You fools. You actually think that they would reveal something like this on a Nintendo 3DS Direct? Why not E3? That doesn't make much sense, even to me, and I'm the crazy one.
are we forgetting that nintendo said they wont release or consider that till the new zeldas for the 3ds is finish and out the door first?
@KodyWB-98
the link only works in the computer that has added it to the cart, so your link works to you because you added but it will not work on anyone else if they have not actually add it to their cart....
Yes, please.
@The_Joker They revealed Wind Waker HD in the Wii U direct instead of E3, which would have come as a much bigger shock than MM3D considering everyone's been thinking about the latter since we got OOT3D.
@Link_hn Ah, well that makes since. I'll go ahead and delete my previous post, then.
@Chriiis You know... you're right on this one. In fact, I think they would rather show whatever new thingy majig they've been working sooooo hard on instead of a remake at E3.
Yeah. If they're showing all of this new stuff during directs, you have to wonder what exactly they'll be focusing on at E3. With the PS4 out in the not too distant future and Nextbox awaiting an official reveal, Nintendo must have some big secrets left they want to save for then!
@Thexare Not exactly...
Even if this WAS true, I doubt Nintendo would reveal it before E3.
With that said, a Majora's Mask 3D would be AMAZING.
What is this Zelda franchise you all keeping mentioning. I should look into this series maybe???
Though this isn't as believable as I'd like it to be, it is the 13 year anniversary for the game this year and for a game about an impending apocalypse It would be fitting to release it this year. But next to another Zelda remake? I don't know, looks like we will find out soon.
If this is true, this 3d game along with wind waker hd should be the last zelda remakes IN A LONG, LONG, LONG TIME. I loved the ocarina remake and wind waker hd sure looks awesome, but come on nintendo, just deliver a new zelda for both 3ds and wii u and everybody will be happy; remakes are pretty good but a new exciting adventure is even better.
i've been waiting for a majoras mask remake. it will happen. but when....?
Heck yeah!
Killed me but FOR SOME REASON I DONT KNOW i never played this one... and i got a N64 on launch
The 8th is my birthday, so this HAS to be true! That'd be the best gift Nintendo could give me. Loved the original.
most defiantly a title i would love to own if in fact Nintendo were to port it to 3ds.
Also according to XtraLife (http://www.xtralife.es/nintendo-3ds/super-smash-bros/12857), Super Smash Bros. 3DS is scheduled for 27th June 2013.
Crap. Now I'll probably cry if this isn't true. ;A;
Majora's Mask is a pretty good game and it deserves a 3D treatment, especially since OOT has a 3D port. It'd only be fair to let the new generation of gamers enjoy it with updated graphics.
Been expecting this since OOT 3D. But I believe they said there would be an original 3DS Zelda game released before another re-make. So I'm not so sure this is legit, unless we're getting a new one this year as well.
perhaps... perhaps... Could they do online funktion to???
It's a possibility but I don't think this retailer as had any insider tip. I'd be really disappointed if it comes true as well. I'm fed up of remakes and ports. Just give us a new handheld Zelda. Spirit Tracks was... 2009? 4 years ago!
This is the ONLY (CDi not counted) Zelda Game I've NEVER played!
I want it now!
Eh, they already said MM 3D wouldn't happen until an original Zelda game came out for the 3DS, so...unless they surprise us with a summer release of whatever new Zelda game they're making for the 3DS...I doubt Majora's Mask is happening that soon.
Aaah, sweet Mask o' Majora, please be trueee~
One of the best 3D Zelda games!!! RAWR!!!
I will pass even if its true. I never liked Majora's Mask and even if I did want to play it I have it on the GC Zelda Collection. Honestly I am more excited about Oracles coming to 3DS VC.
Oh,Please be true~
Now if this and a Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire Remake was true,The 3DS would sell like Hotcakes.
@ DeviousSnorlax
It already is selling like hotcakes though...
@Keldeo_Sword Yes but think how much it will sell after Pokemon X and Y come out. Then if Nintendo release a remake of Ruby and Sapphire, it is goodbye PS Vita time.
This is gonna be like Metroid Dread
It's nonsense. We all know it would be released on October 31st.
ah MM... one can dream
I'd wager that it'd be fairly easy to reuse the 3DS OoT engine and assets for this.
I hope this is real. Will find out later on today.
the moment it is real is the time i place my pre order
>_> I'm still holding out hope for the Monther series.
If this is true, then my head will EXPLODE from anger at Nintendo because, I want a new Zelda game made specifically with the 3ds in mind, and not a remake. Once the new Zelda is released, then I wouldn't mind them doing this game.
All aboard the rumour train...
Though if it's true, feel free to stuff my words back in my mouth.
"You met a terrible fate haven,t you?"
@Game0ver_Gavin link to the past is a 2D zelda game. What is wrong with you. If i wanted to play that on 3DS i would nag them for a virtual console gameboy emulation. So many stupid people, so many.
@Tasuki Majora isn't for everyone. I hated it when I first got it. "Wtf am I supposed to do??" The easiest way to enjoy the game is by readin a walkthrough every now and then
They did say that although they might make a remake of MM they wanted to produce an original game before they made another remake. I'm hoping they will stick to this UNLESS they are actually planning on making a third hero of time game!
I kinda hope its not true. Well not true yet anyway. I would like to see a new 3DS Zelda, then see Majora's Mask remade after that (I think Miyamoto said as much at one point anyway). That would make more sense to me then releasing OoT 3D & then MM 3D on 3DS with no new 3DS LoZ inbetween, while releasing WW HD on Wii U. Sure new LoZ games do take a lot longer than remakes but still. Don't get me wrong though, I'm not complaining, just trying to gauge the feasibility of the rumour. If it turns out to be true then I'll be very happy to pick up LoZ MM 3D when it releases
@Fusion14 Yes, Link to the Past is a 2D game, just like Excitebike, Xevious, Kid Icarus, Kirby and Twinbee. It's not like Nintendo will ever make a 3D version of those games... oh wait. It's called 3D classics. It would be the same top down perspective but with a 3D look. It would probably look like this: http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3096/2489920415_a6759ef87f.jpg
it would be ok i guess.. but i would rather have a new zelda game of course!!
Bet this will be announced at E3 since it wasn't a part of Nintendo Direct today.
Well, they said that they wanted to do a remake of either ALTTP or MM... Now that we're getting a Link sequel, maybe this will hold water? I hope so, because I haven't played Majora's Mask yet!
@Trikeboy I'm pretty sure that Pokémon X and Y's mere announcement was the final nail for the Vita.
@Trikeboy oh wait, LoZ LttP 2! "Oops". *laughs maniacally
@Nibelilt I don't think so... We've made the coffin, we just need to secure it, the bury it. The question is what games will do that? We have Animal Crossing coming our way and some other so we should be set to kick the can in the hole.
I will believe it when I see it
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