Metroid Prime 2: Echoes

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 506 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 454 out of 506
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 506
  3. Negative: 28 out of 506
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  1. ZacharyM.
    Dec 11, 2004
    10
    A wonderful combination of stratagy and action.
  2. JoseM.
    Dec 3, 2004
    10
    One of the greatest games for GameCube.
  3. Raveendrabose
    Nov 25, 2004
    6
    Metroid Prime 2 is a great game, but I have recently also have bought Halo 2. And while MP2 offers a better single player (Halo2s single is still solid). Metroid Prime 2 is $h*t in the multiplayer category. While games (like Halo 2 and Half-Life 2), offer a solid single player and an impeccable multiplayer that truly captures you. So if you have no friends and no internet I would highly Metroid Prime 2 is a great game, but I have recently also have bought Halo 2. And while MP2 offers a better single player (Halo2s single is still solid). Metroid Prime 2 is $h*t in the multiplayer category. While games (like Halo 2 and Half-Life 2), offer a solid single player and an impeccable multiplayer that truly captures you. So if you have no friends and no internet I would highly reccomend MP2, otherwise get Halo 2 or Half-Life 2 and be prepared for an awesome game.… Expand
  4. BillyC.
    Nov 24, 2004
    10
    Absolutely magnificient. this game will be very popular amongst hardcore gamers, however casual gamers won't be interested in this. however before playing metroid prime 2, you will have to finish the first game, which has easy bosses apart from the last two. the bosses battles in MP2 are very unique and there nothing about that. plus metroid prime 2 has a very different feel to itAbsolutely magnificient. this game will be very popular amongst hardcore gamers, however casual gamers won't be interested in this. however before playing metroid prime 2, you will have to finish the first game, which has easy bosses apart from the last two. the bosses battles in MP2 are very unique and there nothing about that. plus metroid prime 2 has a very different feel to it from the first one. And the new upgrades for samus are mind blowing. even though they are from previous metroid games. my final word is that don't miss your chance to play it. and once you play it you'll love it.… Expand
  5. AramisG.
    Nov 23, 2004
    9
    This review is only for true Metroid lovers so prepare for some hair splitting. Ok I loved this game, but I won't give it a 10. I believe MP was the best game I have ever played, however it had a few problems. MP2 likewise is an amazing game (I favorite it overall to MP) but there are those issues from MP1 that remain unaddressed in MP2. Firstly, like MP, MP2 isn't big or long This review is only for true Metroid lovers so prepare for some hair splitting. Ok I loved this game, but I won't give it a 10. I believe MP was the best game I have ever played, however it had a few problems. MP2 likewise is an amazing game (I favorite it overall to MP) but there are those issues from MP1 that remain unaddressed in MP2. Firstly, like MP, MP2 isn't big or long enough. I don't suck at videogames (like some of the reviewers who thought MP2 was too hard. One of the reviewers from EGM even recommends you get a guide if you are new to the series. If you can't handle this boo hoo go play Halo 2 so you can walk through the last few levels in comfort.), and I found it a little easy. There isn't anything here on the difficulty level of say the Omega Pirate (even the Space pirates go down pretty easily or just disappear). Why would Retro waste everyone's time with a half-baked multiplayer game (did anyone really want this? I haven't even tried it.) instead using those resources to make MP2 a fuller and longer experience? Metroid games should be epical, since when was 20 hrs the standard for a "long" game? Secondly, the level design feels a little claustrophobic. The level of detail in this game is superb (that's right I own glitchy patchy loading Halo 2 and it can't touch MP2 single player) but there are few open spanses. Things just feel too tight here. Thirdly, the light suit, spin attack, echo visor and the devastator beam are all totally awesome and totally underapplied in this game. Simply compare the last battle of MP with that of MP2. Lastly, please never ever ever give me ammo when it come to the blasters (missiles & power bombs I can understand). I wanted to have fun wasting everything with the different beams but instead I found myself always rationing them like they were precious. I dream of a 40 + hrs long Metroid game that is freakin really hard and really big. Now before I go I would like to say a word about Metroid Prime Hunters since I have now played the demo. It looks awesome and I actually like the controls..... but what the hell kind of game is this? Timed mindless shoot-a-thons suck, are dated and are completely why people play Metroid games instead of other FPS. The best way to get people to "think differently" about Samus is by evolving the existing concepts of exploration, puzzles, AI and weapons. Please give us a real Metroid DS game, this is the Mario-kart/tennis of Metroid games.… Expand
  6. EdocS.
    Nov 22, 2004
    10
    If you enjoy not having a really good time your wasting your friggin time with this game. God likes Metroid, so why don't you?
  7. Andre
    Nov 21, 2004
    10
    This game is as impressive a sequel as you're gonna find, considering that the original Metroid Prime was one of the greatest games ever created (Metascore: 97). It is a tremendous follow-up, make no mistake about it. Here's an interesting thing to consider; I feel that if it was this game and this storyline that came out 2 years ago instead of the original Prime, its metacritic This game is as impressive a sequel as you're gonna find, considering that the original Metroid Prime was one of the greatest games ever created (Metascore: 97). It is a tremendous follow-up, make no mistake about it. Here's an interesting thing to consider; I feel that if it was this game and this storyline that came out 2 years ago instead of the original Prime, its metacritic rating would have been at least as high, maybe even higher. If I compare both games alone, putting originality aside, I think this game is as good. Retro Studios has done it again. An awesome new 30 hour 3D Metroid adventure for us to enjoy while keeping that quality production and attention to detail intact. I can't say enough about how happy I am about this release. I played the multiplayer for the first time the other day. Many of the reviews so far have mentioned that they thought this part of the game was lacking, that is wasn't well done. Yes it isn't onliine, so its not gonna be as good as Halo or other brilliant multiplayers out there. Its meant to be a fun addition in case you have a few friends around and you want to have a little fun. Well, you know what, I thought it was a blast. I had low expectations going into it for the first time, but I can safely say, from an objective standpoint (believe me, I have no problem saying it sucked), it was a blast to play. My friends and I were very impressed. It was the most fun I've had since the days of split-screen multiplayer for Goldeneye (N64). Retro has successfully added a cool multiplayer option to a game that would have been brilliant if it was only single-player campaign. Basically it comes down to this: If you even remotely like Metroid Prime, you'll love this game, plain and simple. Its just as good. And now, for the first time ever, you can invite your friends over to play some Metroid with you. How cool is that?… Expand
  8. SamusAran
    Nov 20, 2004
    10
    Perfect Game!! Theres nothing to complain about this game.
  9. JuanV.
    Nov 20, 2004
    10
    This game is amazing in every single way. the graphics are stunning, the music is great, this game is just a masterpiece. plus the addition of multiplayer just makes this game perfect. this is a must own game, period.
  10. MichaelH.
    Nov 19, 2004
    10
    Yes, Mike B, let's change an award winning, almost perfect game that was fine tuned to the minutest detail...That will surely ensure that the game is loved...Hmm let's vote bad for MP2 being simliar to MP1, but lets give Halo 2 a good score. I think that that is REALLY fair. Go play Animal Crossing or something... Best game for GC right now. PERIOD.
  11. MikeB.
    Nov 18, 2004
    2
    It's more of the same. I expected better from Retro.
  12. JakeK.
    Nov 18, 2004
    9
    I can't believe games are rated for what they should be and not for what they are. I'm about 2 hours into the game, my jaw has dropped a few times within the first few minutes of play. If you're sick of mindless shooting, give this game a try.
  13. MarkS.
    Nov 18, 2004
    10
    Reviewers are actually deducting points because of the added multiplayer element that players and fans demanded for? Are the reviewers at Gamespot stoned or something? This game is simply the best of 2004.
  14. DannyM.
    Nov 16, 2004
    10
    The only reason this game isn't 10/10 for the user reviews is the Halo 2 fans, who have to blame their repeat game upon someone...and who better to do it on than Gamecubers?
  15. GeorgeY.
    Nov 16, 2004
    10
    Garry W, pretend that it didn't have a multiplayer function like the first one if you can't tolerate it... This is one of the best games of all time. If I had to show an alien species or a civilization in the past an example of a video game, right now this would DEFINITELY be it.
  16. [Anonymous]
    Nov 14, 2004
    10
    Awesome gameplay, awesome graphics, awesome music, awesome atmosphere, fun-but-flawed multiplayer. awesome experience.
  17. Fly
    Nov 13, 2004
    10
    Looks very stunning!
  18. Benchex
    Nov 12, 2004
    10
    This game kicks ass. The story is one of the deepest I have ever seen. You really feel alone in the new world.
  19. GarryW.
    Nov 12, 2004
    6
    If you like Metroid games, you'll love this. But you need a lot of paitence. Something I don't have I'm afraid. Multiplayer feels half-baked.
  20. JSatti
    Nov 12, 2004
    10
    Excellent art. makes halo2 look like digital excrement.
  21. TimothyR.
    Nov 12, 2004
    10
    To good to be true!!!!!!!
  22. MetroidRules
    Nov 7, 2004
    10
    It's Metroid but better!
  23. NateH.
    Nov 5, 2004
    10
    Game kicks ass!!!!!
  24. Mr.T.
    Nov 2, 2004
    10
    Heck, why stop at best Gamecube game ever? This might be the best game ever! Wait, scratch that, the best piece of entertainment ever! No, the best work of art ever made! Even better, the best thing to ever be fashioned by human hands! The pinnacle of God's creation! The height of evolution! The zenith of human existence!
  25. Samus
    Sep 10, 2004
    10
    I can't believe I played a demo of one of the most anticipated sequels of all time. It's the most gorgeous Gamcube game ever and probably will be the best Gamecube game ever.
  26. DannyD.
    May 1, 2004
    10
    If this game is anything like the first, my vote's already been cast!
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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 60 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 60
  3. Negative: 0 out of 60
  1. Gamestyle
    100
    To match such thrill-a-minute environments, the level design, puzzles, and boss fights are all insanely original.
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  2. Games Radar
    90
    Other than a few superficial tweaks and some vanilla, offline multiplayer, the rest is exactly like the first Prime.
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  3. NTSC-uk
    90
    Whilst none of the levels quite match up to the stunning quality that was Phendrana Drifts, it is, as a sum of its parts, wonderfully evocative as a playing experience and induces the same level, if not more, of internal satisfaction that Prime achieved.
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