Metroid Prime: Federation Force

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  1. TheLinkgirl
    Dec 13, 2022
    6
    Deprived of games, the Metroid fandom cried from the darkness: we will take anything! Thus, Nintendo blessed us with this game, and everybody... Hated it? Well, you did ask for "anything". Federation Force feels like a cruel joke, both in the fact that it gave the fans exactly what they asked for while not being what they wanted, and that it's actually not a bad game at all. Heck, it'sDeprived of games, the Metroid fandom cried from the darkness: we will take anything! Thus, Nintendo blessed us with this game, and everybody... Hated it? Well, you did ask for "anything". Federation Force feels like a cruel joke, both in the fact that it gave the fans exactly what they asked for while not being what they wanted, and that it's actually not a bad game at all. Heck, it's actually slightly good, even if massively flawed. While it is slow and clunky, something about it was kinda enjoyable, and it's obvious that there was a good amount of effort put into it. It's just a shame that it wasn't what anyone really wanted.… Expand
  2. MystiBriks
    Apr 28, 2022
    7
    Si on est totalement objectif avec ce jeu, si on en oublie son nom "METROID PRIME" et qu'on le prend comme étant un jeu a part, il est vraiment bon, l'ambiance sonore et visuel est très bonne et sur NEW 3DS le jeu est vraiment intéressant !
  3. Ray82z
    Nov 14, 2021
    0
    better port than sonic colours ultimate. Kind of reminded me of Gex. Not so bad
  4. GameFace98
    Feb 25, 2021
    6
    This is one of the most disappointing games Nintendo has released. This was also announced when Metroid turned 30 and it's very heartbreaking for fans to see this as a way to celebrate this incredible franchise. It's not good at all, instead of the realism of the past games, we got chibis in mech suits that remind me of a Chibi-Robo game. Is the game fun, with multiplayer yes. The onlyThis is one of the most disappointing games Nintendo has released. This was also announced when Metroid turned 30 and it's very heartbreaking for fans to see this as a way to celebrate this incredible franchise. It's not good at all, instead of the realism of the past games, we got chibis in mech suits that remind me of a Chibi-Robo game. Is the game fun, with multiplayer yes. The only good thing about this game is it's multiplayer and music. But at the same time the music lacks it's atmospheric tone, this game is just a first person shooter for 6 year olds, hell I don't think 6 year olds would like an fps like this. This is so mediocre, it's close to being bad out right. The cartoony/chibe design of this game is not nessecary and a good look, especially if it is a Metroid game. Metroid Prime Federation Force is mediocre as hell, but at least they tried something new with the story.

    I do not recommend Metroid fans and gamers to try this out.    … Expand
  5. PHDIKOULAS
    Feb 8, 2021
    0
    not a metroid game, cheap fps wannabe that has the metroid name to grab some money. Sad but true
  6. ChrisJT
    Jul 18, 2020
    0
    Éste juego tiene controles incómodos, tiene un sistema de progreso bastante pobre que no vale la pena, no gasten su dinero en el.
  7. Chevaca
    Jun 22, 2020
    7
    Well made video game on gameplay and the FPS , but still it doesn’t feel like Metroid game .
  8. FnafGamer123
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    I don't have the full game but I enjoyed the demo, except the amiibo support.
  9. aljirik1992
    Feb 11, 2018
    8
    Карманная DESTINY под грибами))) (Metroid Prime: Federation Force)

    "Тяжела ноша фанатов большой N",- подумает рядовой игрок DESTINY. Вот только посмеивающимся Стражам невдомёк, что пока они худо-бедно пытаются разжиться очередным легендарным шмотом, катаясь по скудным на доп-детали локациям, у Грибоедовой Нинки в кармане припрятан козырь. Контр-аргумент от которого многие фаны почему-то    Карманная DESTINY под грибами))) (Metroid Prime: Federation Force)

    "Тяжела ноша фанатов большой N",- подумает рядовой игрок DESTINY. Вот только посмеивающимся Стражам невдомёк, что пока они худо-бедно пытаются разжиться очередным легендарным шмотом, катаясь по скудным на доп-детали локациям, у Грибоедовой Нинки в кармане припрятан козырь. Контр-аргумент от которого многие фаны почему-то открещиваются. MP:FF предлагает компактный, охотничий набор за головами в виде коротких пробежек в соло или коопе по трём ЗАПОМИНАЮЩИМСЯ планетам + мультиплеерный режим на манеру Rockett Lige только с чибисными мехами, которыми мы и будем управлять как в первом, так и во втором случаях. Следом за упрощённой стилистикой ковыляет сюжет, который без пафоса и помпы служит фоном для безгранично весёлых, скилловых, игровых сессий, где в свою очередь, тем кто жаждет тру-стори, с лёгкостью предоставят кой какие записи, которые весьма хитро расположены по миссиям и дают самое главное, что не даёт великая и ужасная D - желание к исследованию. Как альтернатива огромному пузырю - весьма достойно.    … Expand
  10. Scribe22209
    Sep 21, 2017
    9
    While it might not be the game Metroid fans wanted, the only major problem I can see with Federation Force would be the time of its release. It is a legitimately good game and fun to play. I recommend you play with your friends, since finding random people to play online can be tricky. Now go out and save the galaxy in the name of General Alex Miles and Admiral Castor Dane.
  11. OberiousLocke
    Jun 28, 2017
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Federation Farce is not a Metroid game, or even a good game in general. If you disagree, I would highly recommend playing through the rest of the Series (Fusion, Super, the prime games of which only 3 exist at time of writing, et cetera)

    If you still feel the need to defend this shameless insult to the Metroid name and fanbase, find the nearest cliff and take a nice long walk.    … Expand
  12. IsaakGames
    May 13, 2017
    7
    Metroid Prime: Federation Force is the best FPS for the 3DS, because there is no other good FPS games on 3DS. Not to say it is a bad game, it just didn't impress me that much. Including this in a wonderful expansive game library with games such as Zelda: A Link Between Worlds and Super Smash Bros, I feel like they could have done a Galactic Federation-focused game much better. A lot ofMetroid Prime: Federation Force is the best FPS for the 3DS, because there is no other good FPS games on 3DS. Not to say it is a bad game, it just didn't impress me that much. Including this in a wonderful expansive game library with games such as Zelda: A Link Between Worlds and Super Smash Bros, I feel like they could have done a Galactic Federation-focused game much better. A lot of people say that this game is bad because it is slower than the Metroid games where you are Samus Aran. This is intentional, as you are NOT Samus. No speed booster, spin jump, morph ball, and much mobility. You are a team of clunky Federation tanks tasked with blasting the **** out of the Space Pirates and (for one mission) Metroids. Just because you are using heavy Federation elites doesn't mean it is a slow game. It can actually get very fast-paced at times, especially in rooms that lock you with waves and waves of Space Pirates. I also really like the variation in missions that never fails to provide tension, excitement, and overall hectic moments. My least favorite thing about Federation Force: the lack of a single deathmatch mode. Sure, you can disable other Mechs in Blast Ball, but you cannot lock on to them like the Space Pirates and Metroids. A team deathmatch mode with a slew of (not destroyed) iconic Metroid locations such as Phazon Mines or a rebuilt B.S.L station would be amazing and not worth missing by any means. Also, the limit of 3 planets throughout the entire game was a bit disappointing for a 3DS game. Each environment is amazingly crafted and the enemies haunting each environment can make some moments exciting and sometimes even threatening. The DOOMSEYE mission was amazing, and provided pure excitement and action that made it worth calling a final mission. Samus saving your life TWICE in this mission was also cool and even surprising, and provided another reason to say that a single blind playthrough of this game was well worth it.
    Blast Ball was fun... if you had anyone to play it with. That is all I am saying about it.
    Overall, MPFF was a solid game and still worth the buy, despite the amount of hate it gets.    … Expand
  13. DankMemes420
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    I'm going to honest. I was skeptical of this game at first. That all changed when I started up. I pulled out my handy dandy 3DS and inserted what is probably the most beautiful looking cartridge since Pokémon Yellow. As I clicked to start game, a vision came to me. Chuck Norris and Luke Skywalker were in that ghost form you see in Star Wars. They told telepathically (they used the force)I'm going to honest. I was skeptical of this game at first. That all changed when I started up. I pulled out my handy dandy 3DS and inserted what is probably the most beautiful looking cartridge since Pokémon Yellow. As I clicked to start game, a vision came to me. Chuck Norris and Luke Skywalker were in that ghost form you see in Star Wars. They told telepathically (they used the force) that this game would be the pinnacle of human achievement. I go to the start screen and my 3DS exploded from the pure awesomeness of this game. So I went outside and put a Master Chief custom on and kicked a ball in a net. Needless to say I've been hooked and haven't encountered something so beautiful. The story is just pure awesomeness (think Ocarina of Time), the graphics are amazing (think Horizon), and the soundtrack is something that will never be replicated again. More importantly, the cover is cool. 10/10 played soccer.… Expand
  14. big_soon
    Jan 21, 2017
    10
    From the studio that brought us the amazing Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon! I absolutely love this game. Each mission is totally different and they are usually best completed with coordinated cooperation. My brother and I had a blast! It's possible to play by yourself but it's definitely best playing online with friends or strangers. There is lots of hidden loot and an upgrade system thatFrom the studio that brought us the amazing Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon! I absolutely love this game. Each mission is totally different and they are usually best completed with coordinated cooperation. My brother and I had a blast! It's possible to play by yourself but it's definitely best playing online with friends or strangers. There is lots of hidden loot and an upgrade system that will keep you coming back to the stages. And this game has the best online system of any Nintendo game (admittedly not much of an accomplishment). There is an actual lobby system and drop in/drop out multiplayer. The cartoony design is really fun and perfect for the hardware. My only gripe is the the movement is a little on the slow side but the side dash helps. Blastball is icing on the cake: A soccer FPS in the vein of Rocket League. Warning! It's a spin-off so don't get upset that you can't play as Samus. But she does make an appearance!… Expand
  15. Luigibros
    Dec 8, 2016
    2
    It barely has anything to do with metroid besides a few times they mention samus, why did they even call this metroid prime? Why didn't they call it "don't buy this game, it's **** federation force"
  16. Nekoid
    Oct 20, 2016
    0
    bad game, get the real metroids on the wii u e shop...................................................................................... just bad.....
  17. jampot2000
    Sep 28, 2016
    8
    Great game on Single Player,even better on multiplayer.I came into this with low expectations because of all the hate,and I was blown away.8/10 for single player,and 9/10 for multiplayer.
  18. nintenpro
    Sep 19, 2016
    10
    It is truly sad and pitiful to see how self-entitled and whiny people can be. But behind all the hate and backlash is a true 3DS gem, I'll say it's not prefect, but it's a great game in its own right and truly deserves to stand tall next to the rest of the Prime series games, not only for being a great 3DS fps co-op game, but also for expanding the Metroid Prime universe. It gets a 10/10It is truly sad and pitiful to see how self-entitled and whiny people can be. But behind all the hate and backlash is a true 3DS gem, I'll say it's not prefect, but it's a great game in its own right and truly deserves to stand tall next to the rest of the Prime series games, not only for being a great 3DS fps co-op game, but also for expanding the Metroid Prime universe. It gets a 10/10 from me, simply to even out the chaff from the wheat. If you have a 3DS, I highly recommend pick this one up, pick up a circle pad pro while you're at 3DSXL users.… Expand
  19. OnlyGaming
    Sep 10, 2016
    10
    Federation Force blew me away, it is amazing i already completed normal and hard mode and now working to get
    All of the medals. People who don't enjoy this game are just
    Metroid fans who want nothing different, just metroid games
    Whereas this great Fps game for the 3ds is the best. And proves
    The 3ds is saved again!
  20. SaigonBrit
    Sep 6, 2016
    9
    OK.........this may not be the title everyone was expecting but I have played the campaign and Federation Force is a damn good game. Amazing controls and lots of nods towards the Metroid Prime universe. This is what I call a 'Double A' release. It's definitely Metroid Prime and feels like it but it's not the main 'cannon'/ a side story existing within the same universe. Don't worry guys,OK.........this may not be the title everyone was expecting but I have played the campaign and Federation Force is a damn good game. Amazing controls and lots of nods towards the Metroid Prime universe. This is what I call a 'Double A' release. It's definitely Metroid Prime and feels like it but it's not the main 'cannon'/ a side story existing within the same universe. Don't worry guys, there will be a fully fledged 'triple A' Metroid coming on the NX. Just give it time.

    In terms of play it's surprisingly deep and tense. I am a fan.    … Expand
  21. JayPenrith
    Sep 6, 2016
    10
    6 years of waiting and this has been worth it, my wife and I actually play it together and it is amazing fun, it is fast, fun and has some nice little puzzles in it. I know that a lot of fans expected more of the original but this is a breath of fresh air as far as FPS goes. Well done Nintendo, you did not let me down.
  22. currer_bell
    Sep 5, 2016
    10
    I've never seen a game rated so low by critics and fans deserving more praise than this game... Metroid Prime Federation Force is among the best 3DS games I've ever played, and I've played most of the "best" 3DS games so far...

    No, it's not as perfect as the first Metroid Prime, but about no game ever will. Heck, it doesn't even really feel like a Metroid game...but who cares? The game    I've never seen a game rated so low by critics and fans deserving more praise than this game... Metroid Prime Federation Force is among the best 3DS games I've ever played, and I've played most of the "best" 3DS games so far...

    No, it's not as perfect as the first Metroid Prime, but about no game ever will. Heck, it doesn't even really feel like a Metroid game...but who cares? The game is excellent by itself. Haters got to understand it's impossible for game creators to make the same game over and over again... I totally respect the risks they've taken with this game, as I did few years ago with Metroid Other M. (although I think MPFF is even better...)

    So far I'm almost done with the Solo campaign. It plays very well, no problem at all, I'm not even thinking about playing multiplayer mode. I was a bit afraid of the controls before trying the game but they are really great, not hard at all to get into. The pace is kinda slow a bit (you control a huge mech so...) you won't get the speed effect you had in previous Metroids, but the game is so fun, well-crafted and ingenious that, really it doesn't matter much...

    As for the graphics, the apparently infamous "Chibi" art style, personnally I absolutely love them. I think it's perfect for smaller screens like the DS, and it's even a reason why I bought the game in the first place ; I toughed graphics looked great. If you don't like them, well, what can I say? your artistic tastes sucks and that's it.

    So forget about all the bad critics and Metroid nostalgia and give this game a try. A true Classic in my opinion.    … Expand
  23. jeebar1984
    Sep 5, 2016
    10
    Finally got my copy of Metroid Prime Federation force. A good game and I mean it. A rare FPS on the the 3ds, I don't know why by the way...Apart for Moon chronicles (that I do not own) and some other 10 years-old FPS games on the original DS. By far, Federation force offer better controls than its previous Metroid prime hunters. Remember? Also: different mood, different challenges,Finally got my copy of Metroid Prime Federation force. A good game and I mean it. A rare FPS on the the 3ds, I don't know why by the way...Apart for Moon chronicles (that I do not own) and some other 10 years-old FPS games on the original DS. By far, Federation force offer better controls than its previous Metroid prime hunters. Remember? Also: different mood, different challenges, different everything... It's a spin-off guys so get over it and you will probably enjoy the game has its own value. You have at least to give it a try. I do understand how sad it is for the fans of the series that Nintendo do not to listen to their gamers, but in my own book,MPFF is a completetly different game than the previous Metroid games. And it's not a bad thing at all. The biggest problem of the game is probably the lack of check point. I guess we'll have to wait until the NX for a Metroid Prime 4. Can't wait! Cheers… Expand
  24. Alejandro_Casta
    Sep 3, 2016
    8
    Independientemente del odio que se le tiene al título, a mi me ha gustado bastante, las misiones son divertidas tanto en cooperativo como en solitario, se sigue sintiendo la misma atmósfera que en los juegos de metroid prime clásicos, y francamente con la adición del multiplayer, se le da un toque bastante fresco a la serie, pues todas las misiones(al menos hasta donde voy) se pueden jugarIndependientemente del odio que se le tiene al título, a mi me ha gustado bastante, las misiones son divertidas tanto en cooperativo como en solitario, se sigue sintiendo la misma atmósfera que en los juegos de metroid prime clásicos, y francamente con la adición del multiplayer, se le da un toque bastante fresco a la serie, pues todas las misiones(al menos hasta donde voy) se pueden jugar con alguien más, si eres fan de metroid como yo, lo recomiendo totalmente y no te dejes llevar por las críticas negativas que seguro que la mitad de ellos ni siquiera se han dedicado bien al título… Expand
  25. LightningLiam
    Sep 2, 2016
    6
    I just got the game, and here's my honest opinions on it. Metroid Prime: Federation Force can be fun with multiplayer, and a hell of a struggle on singleplayer. The simple, chibi character design compliments the game, runs smoothly online and offline, and the environments look nice, especially for a 3DS game. The downsides I found are there's no character development, repetitive missionsI just got the game, and here's my honest opinions on it. Metroid Prime: Federation Force can be fun with multiplayer, and a hell of a struggle on singleplayer. The simple, chibi character design compliments the game, runs smoothly online and offline, and the environments look nice, especially for a 3DS game. The downsides I found are there's no character development, repetitive missions and is a somewhat linear game compared to other Metroid games, being exploitative (But opinions on liking linearity and exploration are different from person to person) Give this game a chance, who knows, you may like it! I kinda did.… Expand
  26. GojiraSan
    Sep 1, 2016
    10
    When did gamers become such whiny little b$#&hes? There is in fact nothing wrong with this game. It looks like Metroid, it sounds like Metroid, it plays like Metroid. This is a Metroid game. It's not a masterpiece like the Prime Trilogy games, but it's a great spin-off. Much like Tri Force Heroes is to the Zelda games. Get over it.
  27. Tootzo
    Aug 31, 2016
    9
    I really don't get all the hate here. It's a multiplayer metronidazole-spin-off game. If you play expecting it to be Metroid Prime 4 it surely will disappoint you. But it's NOT MP4. It's a great multiplayer FPS, barring Blast Ball, which is somewhat dull in comparison to the rest of the game.
  28. gaizkagamerYT
    Aug 31, 2016
    10
    it's a good game a very good spinoff i hate the trailer but the game is a very amusting game i hate the desing of the characters but it's one of the best cooperative game in nintendo 3ds
  29. mixedupman2000
    Aug 30, 2016
    10
    Pretty fantastic addition to the metroid universe. I mean, come on. Samus can't be the only one out their taking down alien scum right?
    Super easy to pick up and play and the Co-op gives it a totally different experience . A much less lonely and isolated feel.
    Try it out for yourself. Don't let mine or any other review away you. It you like Metroid and games then you will most likely    Pretty fantastic addition to the metroid universe. I mean, come on. Samus can't be the only one out their taking down alien scum right?
    Super easy to pick up and play and the Co-op gives it a totally different experience . A much less lonely and isolated feel.
    Try it out for yourself. Don't let mine or any other review away you. It you like Metroid and games then you will most likely enjoy this entry into the Metroid universe.    … Expand
  30. pikby
    Aug 29, 2016
    5
    A bland single player experience graced with a fun but bland multiplayer experience, metroid prime federation force is just another soulless sci fi shooter and does nothing else to impress newcomers or fans of the series

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 56
  3. Negative: 6 out of 56
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Nov 9, 2016
    61
    Metroid Prime: Federation Force is a clear sign of Nintendo either not understanding or just not caring about what kind of games their player base wants. It’s a shame really, since Federation Force controls pretty well. It just has the burden of being a multiplayer shooter in a series no one wants to be about multiplayer shooters and on a platform no one wants to use for multiplayer games outside of Japan. [Nov 2016]
  2. Games Master UK
    Nov 9, 2016
    70
    No classic, but no mess either. [Nov 2016, p.76]
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Oct 21, 2016
    74
    Mission objectives are rarely limited to simple elimination of opposition: from the very beginning game presents tasks like luring animals into cages or infiltrating enemy base. Not to mention that there are tons of levers or buttons to be pushed and secret passages to be found, which brings back fond memories of FPS from the 90-s, as well as classic Metroid games. [Issue#213, p.56]
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