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Ben Drowned is a multimedia alternate reality game (ARG) and creepypasta created in 2010 by Alexander D. Hall, who used the pseudonym Jadusable. The narrative centers on a haunted copy of the video game The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask, which acts as a vessel for a malevolent entity. The story was initially distributed through forum posts and video-sharing platforms, utilizing video game glitches and meta-narrative elements.
It is recognized as an early and influential work in internet horror.
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Who created Ben Drowned?
Ben Drowned was created by Alex Hall and first appeared online in 2010. It began as a creepypasta story told through a haunted Majora's Mask cartridge narrative.
What video game is Ben Drowned associated with?
Ben Drowned is built around The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask, the 2000 Nintendo game. The story uses the game's already eerie atmosphere and mechanics as a framework for the horror narrative.
What format does Ben Drowned use to tell its story?
Ben Drowned combines written creepypasta text with web videos and interactive elements, functioning as an alternate reality story. The narrative unfolds across multiple online platforms, with the haunted cartridge serving as the central device.
When was Ben Drowned first published?
Ben Drowned first appeared on the internet in 2010. It quickly became one of the most influential and widely recognized creepypasta stories of its era.
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