The Majora's Mask meme originates from the 2000 Nintendo 64 game The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask, specifically featuring the eerie black-and-white 'Dawn of the Day' transition screens and the terrifying Moon. Because the game is built around a three-day time loop before the world ends, these screens have become universal symbols for looming deadlines, anxiety, and the inevitable passage of time. The meme format typically uses the '72 Hours Remain' text to joke about finishing projects, the arrival of a long-awaited weekend, or a sense of impending chaos. Its haunting aesthetic and nostalgic value have made it a staple of gaming culture and relatable 'crunch time' humor across the internet.