How Many Cycles Does It Take To 100% Majora's Mask? 

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The song of storms fills up the river, which spins the mill, which turns on the house’s music, which gets rid of the gibdos. The garos explain it to you if you fight them. Pretty sure the researcher there only got attacked by the gibdos in the first place cuz the river dried up.

Every time I replay Majora’s Mask, on my final cycle, I try to complete almost every main quest and side quest so that the ending is actually canon. It’s actually such a cool experience racing against the clock in order to complete EVERYTHING and truly bring happiness to EVERYONE in Termina in just one cycle, using the knowledge I’ve gained from all past cycles.

The Kafei quest was so memorable that it made me forget it wasn't the only one with mutually exclusive rewards. Poor old lady, she just unknowingly screwed you over

Ngl, kind of happy to learn that you can go through this game with a 100% happy ending for everyone. I can't tell you how many times I laid awake at night as a child with thoughts of depression because I wasn't able to give everyone a happy ending in one single cycle.

Hello Smiffic. The part where you dropped the powder keg, it has happened to me a few times. My theory is there is a tiny gap and if you approach it at a certain angle the game acts as if you falling for a micro second and so its drops the keg. Though that's highly unfortunate the wolf was right there to blow it up, very unlucky.

So quick explanation on why playing the Song of Storms melts the Gibdos. It actually doesn’t. The song fills the spring in the cave, letting a river flow back down Ikana. This river powers a giant wheel strapped to the edge of the music box house Pamala and her dad (a paranormal researcher) live in. This causes the music box to start up, and the music IT makes drives off the Gibdos.

Something I liked about the Gibdo Well minidungeon was that, aside from the Magic Beans and Blue Potion, you can get everything you need in the well itself. As such, it kind of blows my mind that it's faster to just leave the dungeon, go pick up a fish from the store, then go back into the dungeon than it is to pick up those items inside the well.

Cramming in anything more on Day 1 than getting Epona’s Song makes Smiffic a legend. BUT let’s not forget about the Guay at 20:31 - the unsung hero, the true embodiment of the little guy that comes outta nowhere to pull us up by our bootstraps in a dire situation. You are not forgotten.

This is an idea I've had ever since I was introduced to Majora's mask when I was 9 years old. You can't just watch a TAS, or a regular speedrun, as those don't try to accomplish the same thing. This video is something I've waited a long time for, so thank you

No chance the first cycle counts. It's definitely a tutorial cycle. I start counting cycles once you are able to turn into human Link. Great video. Really fun to see how quick this game can actually be done if you know where everything is.

The fact that you put the Deku mask on just to walk backwards because you discovered this way it's faster than without the mask is awesome xD

The editing for the getting heart pieces and masks part, it shows just how much content this game has to offer and I think it’s really amazing, great video btw!

Here is a big time saving trick I found while doing exactly the same challenge 10 years ago. When fighting the aliens, you actually only have to shoot each of them ONCE in order to stop them from reaching the barn, as long as you wait for them to be extremely close to the barn. The reason for this is that they always respawn at their designated starting point, so shooting them multiple times won't push them further back. This means you have the leasure of leaving the ranch while they are advancing in order to accomplish other tasks in between. As long as you : 1) are present in Romani Ranch the minute the event start; 2) come back later in the night to shoot each of them once (the one coming from behind the house is the one you have to watch out for as he has the shortest path to the barn - once you learn the right timing, it's just a matter of coming back a few minutes before he enters the wall and triggers the failure cutscene); 3) are present in the ranch at the time the event ends. I don't remember the exact timing for each of these 3 steps, but what i DO remember is that I was able to grab a few heart pieces and complete the swamp spider house at the same time as I was "defending" the ranch from the aliens, carefully warping in and out at the appropriate times.

35 minutes, this man kept me glued to the screen for 35 whole minutes. Excellent video, to the point editing and I enjoyed every single second of it. You've done it again, smiffic.

For the Powder Keg exam, I usually like to throw the keg down to the left of the bridges, then pick it up and back walk toward the slope. This stops the Wolfos from being a factor, and it takes almost the same amount of time as walking across the bridges normally.

That first cycle was significantly more impressive than your 1 cycle completion.....I'm astounded. Good job, man.

Awesome video! I always FELT like that first cycle was faster, but I thought I was crazy - couldn’t believe it’s actually that much faster. Here’s a sub, sir

Majora's Mask is so... it's so frustrating, so fascinating, so janky, so rushed, so engaging, so unfair, so thought out, so fun, so frustrating, so nothing anybody asked for, and so perfect.

It's being about 18 years that I 've being replaying the same 3 days trying to do all the quests and kill all the bosses in one same cycle, but there's always something that I miss or forget.

I'm just trying to confirm if you're a legitimate speedrunner of this game, because 100% Glitchless?! That's INSANE! Amazing content, my man!

That Final Battle is very epic because you used the only mask in the game which has the power to defeat Majora's Mask, The Fierce Deity Mask.The Great Fairy sword maybe OP but The Fierce deity sword has more power than the Master Sword.

The Gerudo music is just an absolute bop. Thanks for setting the montage to it 😊

I haven't watched the video yet, I just want to weigh in on this matter pre-emptively. First off, simply because of elements related to the Couple's Mask Quest, you need at least three different cycles to get all masks and bottles. Everything else can be acquired in those three cycles. It takes foreknowledge to do this though, because you have to be aware not to stop Sakon from stealing the Big Bomb Bags until the third cycle, and instead in the first cycle you want to progress the Couple's Mask quest as far as possible, and in the second cycle you want to actually complete the Couple's Mask quest. You want to grab Kafei's letter to Madame Aroma both times, though what you choose to do with it in either cycle is up to you, so long as you get both rewards. Obviously the biggest part of 100% is the Heart Pieces. Speaking of, during the prologue cycle where you're stuck as Deku Link you should a few Heart Pieces, in particular the Deku Scrub Playground and the one from the toilet hand. Still, as I've said before, with proper time management everything can be gotten in the three cycles allotted by the need to deal with conditional shenanigans revolving around the Couple's Mask quest.

Playing the Song of Storms in the cave at Ikana Canyon causes the water to rise and river flow, therefore activating the water wheel which turns on the music box house. The song that plays is called "Farewell to Gibdos" which has the power to dispel the Gibdos surrounding the house.

I don't personally count the Deku Cycle even though you can aquire 4 heart pieces, the first wallet and bomb bag on it. I'm really impressed you got it in 3! I think I've only done it in 4 at minimum. (not counting Deku) I dunno if I have the skill to pull off getting to Romani within the first 6 hours. I know MM like the back of my hand otherwise. I think my issue would be the backflip in the Deku palace.

THIS WAS INSANELY COOL im honestly baffled at the planning and skill this requires, i could never

The editing in the middle especially with music part is amazing. It made me felt like I was with you and link on this journey, and it just has this unbelievable power to keep me here all the way till the end. Brilliant work! And thanks for exploring this game in various ways!

To put it into perspective, 2 in-game minutes on slowed time was about six seconds that you had left least time compared to the about a minute and a half you had left in this video. Very impressive time save.

I have to just say how much I appreciate the Doom OST hitting the hard drop right as the Fierce Deity Mask screamed, it's the little things you've gotta appreciate.

Time. It's time to like and comment so algorithm-senpai will notice video-chan. Oh and happy birthday Smiffic

Yasssssaa. I made a comment about how much can be done in one cycle. You replied to my message and I have been waiting for this. I am sooooooo happy!!!!

The long awaited sequel is finally here! Also happy birthday Smiffic :)

Instead of that Fifth Bottle, I would have given the mail to the Mailman to get the mask from him, since you only need four bottles at once in the Zora Egg quest, and you don't need to do the maze under the well again.

I think one of my favorite moments is the lead up to Kafei stepping on the button lol Editing to add, another favorite is the musical montage

You doing this while i am still trying to goron roll up snowhead while not falling off

The thing I love the most about this run is that you always have something to do, whereas going a quest at a time there's a lot of dead time just waiting for things to happen

If I understand correctly, you did what I always questioned if it was possible since I was a child. Since going back in time resets these kind deeds you do for the NPCs, I wondered if it was possible to beat the game and all side quests in one cycle. Again, I might be misunderstanding, but it looks like on the last one you did it all! That was amazing and something I always hoped was possible

I've always wanted to figure this out, so thanks for doing it! Interesting how in the end the combination of the Kafei quest and the Bomb Mask lady forces you into playing SoT three times. As a result, I think that means this really doesn't have to be so tightly routed, but I still appreciate you trying to do that Max% day, since that's also always been a question of mine. I would have gone for the Postman cap rather than the extra bottle in the Max% cycle, but since you can't get the All Night Mask and Priority Mail in the same cycle anyway, there's unfortunately no way to do All Masks in one cycle.

Literally just discovered your channel and your other Majora video, and then this released right when I finished the other video. Perfect timing?

Damn, that second cycle montage is masterfully edited. That must've taken longer than the run itself.

This video is an absolute joy to watch! Majora’s Mask content will always get me watching and stuff like this just blows my mind because it shows how incredible this game is!! I watched your previous MM video and that one was dope too! With how the game works, it almost feels like an open world game sometimes, like you can do so many things, or you can just do the main story items & equipment, it’s fully up to the player to make it their own unique experience and I love that about the game. Like obviously it’s not open world but it definitely has a lot of choice depending on how much you do, which gives me a similar feeling to open world games!

Yessss!!!! I’ve been waiting for this since the first video dropped!! I loved every second of it. The djenty riff at the end caught me off guard and it was great!! You killed it my man 😎

This run is insane to me, Majora's Mask always feels like it needs dozens of cycles to 100%

What a joy of a video to watch! Great job with it! Also I really liked your music choices throughout the video. It really added to the intended atmosphere.

Hydration was key in the run and in the editing. Great job! Happy Birthday.

I had a burning question of Majora's Mask and being able to beat everything, like sidequests and the dungeon, all in one cycle. I am so glad I found this video because you answered two questions. Mine, and everyone else's curiosity. Cannot wait to watch this video over and over for the years to come! :P

Never heard of you before this video was recommended to me. I was enthralled the entire time. MM has been my favourite videogame for 20 years, I know it back to front. This video reinforced why. Consider me subscribed. Excellent work, man!

Great point about the Bomb Granny, she needs to be saved twice and the entire Anju-Kafei questline completed twice all because of the Priority Mail!

This was an absolute joy to watch!! Amazing work!!! 🎉🎉🎉

First off, I just wanted to say I LOVE this content! I have played through MM so many times (100%, as little upgrades as possible, etc) and I was always so upset about the bomb bag grandma. I want to save everyone in that on three day cycle but it turns out that the old lady HAS to be mugged if you are to unite Anju and Kafei. Part of the reason I love MM because there are always two sides to everything, you can't do it all in one go. Again, awesome content

imo, I don't include the Deku cycle because 1. The time moves faster than in the other cycles, which is probably the game telling you that this cycle isn't like the others. 2. You are stuck in Clock Town as a Deku scrub. You can't do a lot of things as a Deku scrub in clock town. Like doing any of the dungeons which would help prevent moon crashing. Another great video btw! You've earned a new subscribble :)

Have been ready for another Majora video and super excited for this one since the teaser. Love it!

Your videos are great! Thanks for working on and sharing this!

This was an absolutely great video. The editing was amazing and I was intrigued throughout the whole video. I love it and will tune in for more videos

Your narration is especially entertaining. Kept my attention through the entire video, now playing it again to fall asleep to with your relaxing voice and perfect music balancing! This channel is a gem, thank you for all that you do :)

This game's mechanics are just awesome and the fact you can do all of this in only a few cycles is crazy! Really good video, I had a great watch ❤

Wow mate!! Even though i never played this zelda game i must say your explanation and experience is truly mindblowing!! Very very inspirational smiffic!!

I watched both of your MM cycles videos back to back in awe. You're making me want to re-play the game and I played it last month! Also, the first Deku cycle is absolutely a tutorial. I think counting that as your actual first is a different challenge.

Hey man really loved both zelda Majora’s Mask videos really cool challenges. Keep up the good work fam

I am soo happy with my brand new setup and the first thing I do is see the newest Smiffic video (love your stuff!!!!)

Woo! Can't wait

Words can not describe how much I enjoyed this video. The skill you have, knowing the routes, planning the cycles, and especially that Montage of collecting items toward the end of the video. Great job man.

Another great video mate! Always love seeing these random Zelda OOT/MM challenges

This guy’s my new comfort RU-vidr

I don't have the time to watch this right now but I can tell it's going to be a good one, let's hope the algorithm blesses you again

Absolutely loved this video! Will be looking forward to your future challenges!

Literally had me glued to the screen for the full video, great job 💪

It's always amazing to me how much you can skip in the game. I guess I never really considered that some people might get the item but not finish the temple in time and have to reset, and go explore.

heck yeah!! worth the wait, good to see, man! next could you try to 100% or speedrun Minish Cap, the obvious best 2d zelda game?

Nice job, man! My personal best is 100% in 4 cycles plus Deku, but my route was more optimized for minimizing backtracking than making a beeline for Epona. Cycle 1 Epona...wow! I also didn't use optimized movement like the Zora jump or the Deku backpedal. I am also very bad at the Odolwa and Gyorg boss fights. Especially Odolwa. I make a point not to set foot in Woodfall Temple before I have at least 5 hearts because I'm just that bad. xD I did have a solid chunk of that fourth cycle to diddle around and do whatever once I had the Town Shooting heart piece. My second best attempt at a five cycle (or Deku +4 full cycle) run, that heart piece killed my entire run. I don't use that controller anymore xD I'm honestly proud of myself for being only about half a cycle behind you. Kudos again on a job well done!

Another awesome video Smiffic! Been waiting all weekend to watch it! Really cool to see how much can be done in the first cycle with some dedicated timekeeping! Keep up the good work!

Bro casually made a speedrun route

This video was really good makes me want to play Majora Mask again. Also the part were you drop the bomb was because there was a vary tiny gap and at some angles when you hit that gap you start sliding down the slope for a few frames which is enough for link to drop the bomb

I didn't even think about the old lady locking rewards behind whether she's mugged or not, that's crazy. Unrelated, this makes me want to see just how much is possible if you use glitches. The 2 big ones that come to mind are bomb hovers and the secret out of bounds owl statue. There's also another glitch where you get a lot of speed from a bomb explosion, so I'm guessing with glitches, we can probably cut down some time, maybe make it a 2 day? Not counting Deku Cycle of course, because that shouldn't count as one of the cycles. Great video, very entertaining!

I've only played this game once, and it was many years ago, before youtube guide speedrun videos, so I don't remember most of the story lines, quests, map layout, dungeon strategies, etc. But I remember how much I enjoyed the experience. I've been feeling nostalgic lately. (Because being an "old man" in modern society kinda sucks, and I just want to pretend to be a kid again for a few days.) So your videos are definitely inspiring me to go dig my N64 and Nintendo Power game guide magazines out of the box in my closet soon. I'm hoping I can introduce the wifey to the game, and get her to love the experience as much as I did/will.

I already love that this is glitch less For a glitched answer: 1 cycle, 2 at most, we have so many glicthes that screw with time and the cycle wothout resetting that you can do it all in one go, i think Looking forward to your hijinks!

Your last two videos are phenomenal, they are 35 min but are so well made that go by like a breeze

Yooo! So happy to see another MM video from you! Your previous one is how I found your channel, and it led me to subbing! Super excited to chill and give this a watch, because your stuff is super well done and comfy!

This video is really interesting to me because it uses a completely different route from the 100% glitchless speedrun which also clears the game in 4 cycles. For instance, the speedrun defeats Goht to unfreeze biggorn and get the power keg for Romani Ranch. I think this makes your video even more impressive for using a route that manages to clear the game in the same number of cycles as top runners!

34 minutes and 23 seconds, this man kept me glued to the screen for 34 whole minutes and 23 seconds. Excellent video, to the point editing and enjoyed every single second of it. You've done it again, smiffic.

It seemes that you lost the keg because goron link slided befor you entered the bridge. My best guess is that somehow there is a slight steppable area for sliding down the hill before entering the bridge.

Just finished work and saw this in my notifications and ive never been more excited haha great vid man

BRO, first off this was amazing! Fantastic video! Also, this made me realize how much I had forgotten about Majora’s Mask and why I loved it so much as a kid! ❤❤❤❤❤ thank you!

This is amazing! Great job!

I love these videos it makes me smile when u upload

I remember trying something like this as a kid back in the day and getting annoyed one can't listen to Granny's second story in the same cycle you complete both the Anju/Kafei and the Romani/Cremia sidequests. In the end, I also picked the least unhappy final timeline with minimal cycles and completed Anju and Kafei's sidequest, helped Romani with the aliens, and listen to Granny's story on the second night. This meant I had to let the Old Lady get robbed on the first night, and let Cremia's cargo get vandalized on the second night. Either the game wanted my kid self to understand that one can't save everyone even with time travel on your side, or just strongly advice me against letting ladies transport valuable stuff alone at night.

I play this game religiously every year and do challenge runs and I've done ones similar to this and only ever did up to 3 temples before going to the 2nd cycle the fact that you did all 4 temples and that you could beat stone tower like that I learned something new today. Great Video

a trick i think he missed: wearing the Stone Mask in the Gerudo Hideout lets you simply run past the guards without shooting any of them! well, except the mini-bosses guarding the other 3 eggs. "that mask doesn't fool us!"

The amount of planning to route each cycle is insane. It's incredible just how much can be done in one cycle.

32:35 man that got really good together. Nice playing there, i always forget how much quests do we have so i will not even try it like you did. But it was nice to see how Link would have done haha

As if the previous one cycle run wasn't enough, now you do it all over again plus the extra goodies and avoiding the glitch in Great Bay Temple. My jaw is on the floor once again!

I feel the first Deku cycle shouldn't be counted- you have no real choice but to stay contained in Clock Town where you really can't do all that much to progress in game. Most of it is just waiting out the clock

this was a lovely video!! I’m just curious which version of MM you played to get the graphics as nice as they look. The HUD is gorgeous!

I was initially going to skim the vid, i watched it all and subscribed. Great video man, hope you blow up

In my playthrough i restarted the day cycle everytime i got a mask or a song, seeing that you can get so much masks and upgrades in just one cycle is awesome. Great work!

I think it took me abt 5 or 6 when I replayed it on switch to 100% it

New video HYPE!!

Phenomenal video! I was glued to the screen!!

The Music Box House is made to keep the Gibdos at bay. When you play the Song of Storms, you cause the river to flow again. When the river flows, the Music Box House's waterwheel spins, and starts it's anti-Gibdo sounds.