The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past – Master Quest is a ROM hack for the Super Nintendo that revisits the original game with a new challenge. It features altered dungeon layouts, rearranged items, and tougher enemies, enhancing the gameplay experience. An optional Double Heart Damage patch is available for players seeking increased difficulty, similar to Nintendo's approach with Ocarina of Time: Master Quest.
The purpose of this hack was to take the same approach Nintendo took with Ocarina of Time: Master Quest. Numerous Zelda games have a second quest in one form or another, and the author felt that A Link to the Past deserved a similar treatment. The dungeons have detours, rearranged items, tougher enemies, and an intermediate difficulty level. However, an optional “Double Heart Damage” patch is included for those looking for a greater challenge.