Metroid Prime

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  1. PhoenixWright44
    Apr 24, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You can really make the game your own. If you want to experience everything, that’s your choice. Accompanied with amazing music and interesting environments, it leave an everlasting impression. You have to be able to think and not just shoot your way truth, if you just shoot blindly you want go far, which I REALLY appreciate. If with more games makes you work and think to get further. Spoiler alert - when I finished the main story/game I thought the ending sucked. But then I thought about this being just one game in an a trilogy and accepted it more. Samus jobb continues, and we can continue to follow… Expand
  2. yangfanhong
    Aug 22, 2023
    8
    Metroid Prime is great enough for someone who don’t love metrovania games like me to enjoy.
  3. ProfAmateur
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    This game was absolutely mindblowing on gamecube.
    The levels and enemies were great! It was so immerse.
  4. LightDay
    May 22, 2020
    10
    The game gives you complete freedom as if it were super metroid, with a background story as fascinating as that of metroid fusion and despite getting a little old, compared to its wii version, a totally enjoyable and "perfect" game.

    Perhaps the graphics aged somewhat badly but are still at the top today despite everything.
  5. sableyir
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Para mi metroid es la mejor saga de nintendo, y este juego lo acabo de terminar de jugar después de empezarlo hace mas de 12 años y sigue siendo muy bueno.
  6. buttermypug
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    18 years later and the menu splash screen still makes my hair stand up. Metroid prime for its time is a marvel of technology and environmental story telling. It is a corner stone for gamecube titles and I would say I don't have the words to describe it to someone who has never played it before. I would strongly recommend going into this journey blind. You will have the shock of a new18 years later and the menu splash screen still makes my hair stand up. Metroid prime for its time is a marvel of technology and environmental story telling. It is a corner stone for gamecube titles and I would say I don't have the words to describe it to someone who has never played it before. I would strongly recommend going into this journey blind. You will have the shock of a new experience that will give you instant nostalgia. Overall I am a huge fan of this IP… Expand
  7. p_ulisses
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    My friend told me I play this game. He described how it was I felt really interested. It don't disappoint at all. It's one of the best games I ever played, the world's map is great and diverse, with several challanging puzzles, great shooting mechanics, great platforming sections that could be very frustrating but in the end are excellent. I don't have a bad memory about this game that isMy friend told me I play this game. He described how it was I felt really interested. It don't disappoint at all. It's one of the best games I ever played, the world's map is great and diverse, with several challanging puzzles, great shooting mechanics, great platforming sections that could be very frustrating but in the end are excellent. I don't have a bad memory about this game that is worth saying. It's definitely the best GameCube game.… Expand
  8. SALVADORM
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Excelent game, it's strong point is the exploration and BOSS fights, great stage and ambientation. Must play
  9. GuiltyUniverse
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So what can I say about Metroid Prime that hasn't already been said?

    The answer is nothing. Everything that can be said about Metroid Prime has already been said by people with more credibility than I. But this is my first review and I want to do this game justice.

    Metroid Prime released on the Gamecube in 2002, is a First person adventure game developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo. The trilogy port to the Wii in 2009, included revamped controls, bug/exploit fixes, a higher resolution and an extra maneuver featured originally only in Prime 3. That's not to say Prime 1 needed these features or tweaks, as it was already a masterclass in game design from the moment Nintendo and Retro Studios decided to put their stamp of approval onto it.

    From the way the game masks its loading screens with doors, to the way the music bends your ear, to the way freezing an enemy with the ice beam only to shatter it with a missile feels. Everything in this game tries to maximize your fun and immersion. Whether you're someone who wants deep lore and a story, or someone who just wants to blast their way to the next section of the game, Metroid Prime has you covered. The story is told mostly through scanning things in the environment with your scan visor. These could be enemies, relics left behind by the Chozo, or things as simple as grass in the environment. Everything serves a purpose here and nothing is wasted.

    The transition Metroid Prime makes from 2D to 3D is seamless. It plays like a Metroid game through your own eyes. For the first time, you are thrust into the Power Suit and given a chance to see exactly what Samus sees. You'll often notice the visor getting steamed up, rained on, or seeing flashes of light reflect Samus' face in her visor, reminding you who you are and snapping you back in at a moments notice. The game also affords you many different power-ups, from beam upgrades, to visors, suits, missile expansions and morph ball abilities.

    While we're on the morph ball. This thing is insanely cool. Even going back to play the game 18 years later, the physics always seem to feel unbelievably good. I don't think Retro could have made the morph ball function better.

    As far as sound design goes, this is another area where Prime REALLY shines. The atmosphere some of these tracks give you is truly spectacular. Most people will name drop Magmoor Caverns and it's not hard to see why. The game uses many unconventional sounds to make music at times. But it is never jarring. It always seems to try to dig into your ear and try to live in your brain. The music pushes you inch by inch. But never too forcefully. My personal favorites have to be the Meta Ridley boss theme and the Phendrana Drifts theme.

    Speaking of Phendrana, the game features a multitude of various locations and doesn't force any of them to overstay their welcome. Swamps, crashed underwater space stations, a snow covered space pirate facility, a lava soaked cave system running under all of it, and a huge mine full of a newly discovered element. Phazon.

    Phazon is a pretty important plot point to the game. But needless to say, this stuff is DANGEROUS. Just touching it will make Samus wish she was wading through a pool of lava without her Varia Suit.

    Once you have all 12 of the artifacts in the game and a way to deal with Phazon. You'll be thrust into the underbelly of Tallon IV, navigating a spire like cave to come face to face with Metroid Prime itself. I won't spoil too much here. But this boss fight is RELENTLESS, And it is one of few final bosses I deem worthy of being a final boss. It makes you fight for every inch. Forces you to use everything you've learned to conquer it. And when you finally do. You're met with a glimpse into Samus' future. The game closes with a clear time and percentage screen, encouraging you to go back and do better. But that's the genius of Metroid Prime. This is a game that wants you to master it. The game isn't overly demanding of you, it asks you use your noodle, it's crazy good fun, and it isn't very long. Going back and playing again is a total joy. And if you're looking for a challenge you can always bump the game up to a higher difficulty setting.

    This is one of the defining games of my generation and I think everyone can find something to enjoy here. Its visceral beauty, its hauntingly poetic melodies, its masterful and thoughtful game play and concepts, or its plethora of variety in monsters, puzzles, rewards and platforming.

    To sum up my experience to you the only way I know how. You are doing yourself a massive disservice to not play this game. This game gets my highest praise and my ultimate recommendation. If you haven't played Metroid Prime before or are considering delving into the franchise for the first time, please. Play this game.    … Expand
  10. Wheaty1995
    Dec 22, 2022
    10
    I loved this game as a kid. Everything about this game was fun. The story was good and so was the game play.
  11. churros
    Apr 4, 2023
    10
    Pros:
    + faithful to the 2D games
    + atmospheric
    + light puzzles
    + environment scan
    + 3D map
    + lore
    + great soundtrack

    Cons:
    - dated controls
  12. GameFace98
    Feb 25, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece and one of the best games of all time. This game focuses on gameplay, environments, and story. Sure scanning is kind of annoying, but if you want to know the story this is your best option, plus it's a show not tell kind of game, this game barely has any dialogue in it and that's not a problem at all. The world in this game is so beautiful and the graphics stillThis game is a masterpiece and one of the best games of all time. This game focuses on gameplay, environments, and story. Sure scanning is kind of annoying, but if you want to know the story this is your best option, plus it's a show not tell kind of game, this game barely has any dialogue in it and that's not a problem at all. The world in this game is so beautiful and the graphics still hold up to this day, the water is decent and the attention to detail is fantastic! This game is a 20/10!!!

    Best game ever made    … Expand
  13. chris1988
    Aug 10, 2020
    9
    The environments, music, graphics and replay value are all some of the best I've seen in a video game, my only flaw is that the controls are slightly hard to get used to. But once you are used to them they work great, overall this deserves its spot as one of the greatest FPS games ever made.
  14. Oyin
    Jul 17, 2020
    9
    9.3/10 One of the finest entries in the Metroid series. An incredible shooter that all gamers should experience.
  15. aaasss555
    Jul 17, 2020
    10
    One of the best things Nintendo does is the transitions from 2d to 3d graphics, Metroid Prime is one great example.
  16. emilyratesgames
    Jun 22, 2021
    9
    Score: 9
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  17. scythelord
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Metroid Prime in all seriousness is the best use of the Metroid franchise. All Metroid games that do not use the formula developed by Retro studios have not caught on.
  18. neojotic
    Aug 26, 2020
    10
    A MASSIVE comeback for this series. Not only did Metroid Prime make a huge splash in generation 6 but it's arguably the best Metroid game and Gamecube game.

    Pros: -Top graphics and sound for Gamecube -Amazing controls and camera angles -The game is captivating from beginning to end -One of the best shooters of the generation, on a console that lacked shooters. Cons: -The length    A MASSIVE comeback for this series. Not only did Metroid Prime make a huge splash in generation 6 but it's arguably the best Metroid game and Gamecube game.

    Pros:
    -Top graphics and sound for Gamecube
    -Amazing controls and camera angles
    -The game is captivating from beginning to end
    -One of the best shooters of the generation, on a console that lacked shooters.

    Cons:
    -The length of time it took to get 3D Metroid and that we didn't have a game for N64

    Perfect game all around - PS2 and Xbox gamers were envious of Gamecube gamers in November 2002.    … Expand
  19. ZeroBacon
    Sep 4, 2020
    9
    This game is fantastic. It’s just a shame it was on GameCube, we had to wait until the Wii for our beautiful motion controls. Good game, just it’s kinda confusing sometimes, the backtracking is not fun, and finding all the Chozo artifacts isn’t either.
  20. fishmichael
    Oct 20, 2020
    10
    18 years later and the menu splash screen still makes my hair stand up. Metroid prime for its time is a marvel of technology and environmental story telling. It is a corner stone for gamecube titles and I would say I don't have the words to describe it to someone who has never played it before. I would strongly recommend going into this journey blind. You will have the shock of a new18 years later and the menu splash screen still makes my hair stand up. Metroid prime for its time is a marvel of technology and environmental story telling. It is a corner stone for gamecube titles and I would say I don't have the words to describe it to someone who has never played it before. I would strongly recommend going into this journey blind. You will have the shock of a new experience that will give you instant nostalgia. Overall I am a huge fan of this IP… Expand
  21. Dom007
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    The amazing level design mixed in with the great gameplay elements together with the fun boss fights, great atmosphere and interesting story makes metroid prime a must play
  22. Oreun
    Apr 15, 2021
    10
    One of the best games the Nintendo Gamecube has to offer. It fully translates 2d metroid into 3d in a way that is perfect. Must try

    Uno de los mejores juegos que la Nintendo Gamecube tiene para ofrecer. Traduce muy bien los juegos 2D de metroid al 3d de una manera que queda perfecto. Debes probarlo
  23. Wernyi39
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    You know the lack of story never bothered me in Metroid Games. Metroid Prime (aka the bedt metorid game ever) is one of the best adventure games (if not the best) that had been ever made. It nails everything from mood to soundtrack to enemies and environments, and puzzles are perfectly designed.
  24. Alegotron
    Jan 19, 2021
    10
    Nostalgia goggles? Check. Metroid Bias? Check.

    I was 6 when this game came out, and needless to say, did not have the mental capacity to beat it at that time. I just could not figure out how to progress, or think outside of the box. Still, I liked the graphics and enemy designs, so I'd wonder aimlessly until I found a way forward or at least, a missile upgrade. Playing it in 2021,    Nostalgia goggles? Check. Metroid Bias? Check.

    I was 6 when this game came out, and needless to say, did not have the mental capacity to beat it at that time. I just could not figure out how to progress, or think outside of the box. Still, I liked the graphics and enemy designs, so I'd wonder aimlessly until I found a way forward or at least, a missile upgrade.

    Playing it in 2021, after multiple playthroughs and knowing this game like the back of my hand, (preferably on the wii these days) The game just does everything right for me. For one, the ambient music is top notch, instilling wonder, achievement and fear with each drop and melody. The graphics have aged pretty damn well, and while the shooting isn't the best, the exploration and backtracking are pretty good. If you don't like backtracking, this isn't the game for you. If you only plan to play it once, it might not be the game for you either.

    Metroid Prime to me, is a game that gets better every single time I play it. It's a big game, easy to get lost in, and easy to waste time. The more familiar I become with it, the more I understand the layout, the quickest routes, and the best order to grab optional upgrades. I'm not a speedrunner or anything, but the first time I beat the game, I had over 20 hours logged, maybe 30. The last time I beat it, it took me 6 and I had 91% completion.

    To me, it's one of the best games ever made. If you've never played this game and you're tired of linear shooters, endlessly bloated open world games with hundreds of waypoints and infinite handholding, or just looking for something different, it's time to play Metroid Prime. There's little handholding, almost no cutscenes, no interruptions, no glitches, no bugs, and no microtransactions. Only cons I would nitpick about: First playthrough can be tedious, combat is far too easy, and occasionally backtracking can be a bit rough near the end. Still, there's nothing quite like this or the second game, other than Super Metroid.    … Expand
  25. TeransiC3338
    Oct 16, 2021
    9
    Metroid prime's level design is some of the best from the 2000's. Prime's gameplay is simplistic and the controls are really clunky but the gameplay elements make up for it. The story is simple yet very well-paced making for such a unique adventure. Playing this game reminded me how good metroid is and i can't wait for Metroid Prime 4.the whole trilogy is so unique but the first one is theMetroid prime's level design is some of the best from the 2000's. Prime's gameplay is simplistic and the controls are really clunky but the gameplay elements make up for it. The story is simple yet very well-paced making for such a unique adventure. Playing this game reminded me how good metroid is and i can't wait for Metroid Prime 4.the whole trilogy is so unique but the first one is the most simple but it has a certain charm.… Expand
  26. Owen76287
    Feb 9, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game, and my only complaint is the constant backtracking. Overall this game is a must play for all gamers.… Expand
  27. Monksman15
    Feb 11, 2021
    9
    Pros:
    Unbelievably good graphics for a game from 2002.
    Incredible atmosphere that sucks you into the world. Great handling of the story through optional text logs, allowing you to get as immersed as you want. Satisfying upgrades that make enemy encounters rewarding. Tons of visual variety in the world map, making each area memorable. Super replayable thanks to a short campaign with    Pros:
    Unbelievably good graphics for a game from 2002.
    Incredible atmosphere that sucks you into the world.
    Great handling of the story through optional text logs, allowing you to get as immersed as you want.
    Satisfying upgrades that make enemy encounters rewarding.
    Tons of visual variety in the world map, making each area memorable.
    Super replayable thanks to a short campaign with multiple possible routes.

    Cons:
    Bosses can be time-consuming and spammy.
    Backtracking can feel unnatural and slow-paced.
    The opening segment is not indicative of what the rest of the game is.
    The final Artifact hunt is more obtuse than necessary.    … Expand
  28. Twixa
    Jun 13, 2021
    10
    One of the best First-Person-Shooter out there. A great mix of platforming, puzzle and shooting. The Gameplay never gets boring even after multiple Playhroughs.
    If you´ve never played it you will definitely miss a masterpiece!
  29. Sklaxtik
    Jun 15, 2021
    10
    This is in the top 10 best games of all time for sure honestly can't list any flaws. Any annoyances it has overall added to the gameplay in the end. Even the graphics have aged well.
  30. Uncle_Steve
    Jul 14, 2021
    8
    It was my first experience with a Metroid game. I took a long time (years) to finish this because I often got stuck as a kid. I definitely prefer the faster 2d Metroid Instalments in hindsight. But it is still a faithful transition of the Metroid formula with a dense atmosphere, music and an enormous world.
  31. Matt_Halcyon
    Aug 10, 2021
    10
    Easily one of the greatest games on GameCube and maybe of all time on any platform. Never had a game so deftly weaved the atmospheric isolation of past Metroid games with stunning modern graphics (which still hold up to this day), an intuitive combat system that evolved alongside a progressing difficulty-curve, unmatched first-person platforming level-design, and genuinely unique andEasily one of the greatest games on GameCube and maybe of all time on any platform. Never had a game so deftly weaved the atmospheric isolation of past Metroid games with stunning modern graphics (which still hold up to this day), an intuitive combat system that evolved alongside a progressing difficulty-curve, unmatched first-person platforming level-design, and genuinely unique and creative puzzles to produce an iconic Sci-Fi Adventure that immersed you in a beautiful and strange alien world begging to be explored.

    Naturally the classic "Metroidian" sense of progression and discovery returns, with plenty of weapon modes, suit modifications, and other enchantments to find tucked away in hidden corners and ledges "just" out of reach for a future, more powerful you to return to. The feelings of achievement and satisfying growth are well-earned and do the series justice, if not reaching new heights. This will always be a series rooted in themes of discovery and exploration.

    The gorgeous art direction and surprisingly incredible score only engross you further into the gameplay. While light on story, what the game manages to achieve by pure virtue of its atmosphere and attention to even the smallest details - like catching a glimpse of Samus' eyes reflected back at you in her visor or dew forming on the same visor in foggy areas - transport you directly into the world, more eager to solve its mysteries the further you trek through it's rain-soaked jungles, haunting ruins, molten caverns, icy plateaus and derelict outposts.

    Truly a Masterpiece.    … Expand
  32. VirusAC
    Sep 6, 2021
    10
    Exploracion, jugabilidad perfecta, mejor banda sonora de la historia por conseguir introducirte en el juego como ninguna otra que haya oido, protagonista expectacular, variedad de armas y objetos, enemigos expectaculares y una infinidad de elementos que escanear, que enemigos que escanear cada uno con su competa descripcion.
    Una maravilla jugable
  33. Erikmps
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    This is the best game on the gamecube and my favorite metroid game ever. Literally a masterpiece
  34. Tikur
    Sep 25, 2021
    10
    One of the best games of the entire console generation. Great atmosphere and intresting world building. The gameplay mechanics all work very smooth for its time and it has a high replay value.
    Even the most criticized hunt after the artifacts during the game are well and in some cases creative implemented. The music fits the game perfectly. Phendrana drifts and the sunken fregate are    One of the best games of the entire console generation. Great atmosphere and intresting world building. The gameplay mechanics all work very smooth for its time and it has a high replay value.
    Even the most criticized hunt after the artifacts during the game are well and in some cases creative implemented. The music fits the game perfectly. Phendrana drifts and the sunken fregate are becoming even more atmospheric, thanks to the beautyful and mysterious soundtrack they have. The scanning is the key element in the game to explore the world and if you consequent make use of it you get interesting and useful information.
    For example you can scan in Phendrana drifts the leftovers of a corpse in a cryo cell. These leftovers are from an elite pirate, which you will fight later in the game. Another example is, that you will get detailed information about the omega pirate, a boss in the game. You have the opportunity to find out, which weakness he has and what kind of weapons and moves he will use in the fight.
    The last boss fight is always a highlight for me and it is still one of the best endboss fights.
    These elements in combination make Metroid Prime great, even today.    … Expand
  35. chugchamp
    May 20, 2022
    8
    Fun game, with slightly strange controls, but great graphics, music and gameplay. A great game albeit a slightly difficult one
  36. Seegrump
    Jan 12, 2022
    10
    I have very few bad things to say about this game. One of my favourites of all time for sure!
  37. RandomDrawing
    Mar 24, 2022
    9
    The game brings Samus in the third axis perfectly. All the gameplay still holds up. all the items (the morph ball) translate like a good nights kiss. The graphics look stunning for a god damn gamecube game and still hold up like the gameplay. You need to get this game, amazing
  38. Flaimitudemun
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    This is what the game industry should look up to when it comes to "perfection" among single-player games. Metroid's Prime perfect rendition from graphics to lore makes it one of the best games of all time; It's amazing what a Gamecube controller can achieve with the right setup on a game like Metroid Prime, It may seem a little hard at first but when you get into it the movements are justThis is what the game industry should look up to when it comes to "perfection" among single-player games. Metroid's Prime perfect rendition from graphics to lore makes it one of the best games of all time; It's amazing what a Gamecube controller can achieve with the right setup on a game like Metroid Prime, It may seem a little hard at first but when you get into it the movements are just right. Can't complain about the lore since it's only optional to read the tons of well written and amazingly creative messages the space pirates left on the many areas you can access through the game. This game is one of a kind and if you haven't played Metroid Prime before I must say, PLAY THIS AMAZING GAME!… Expand
  39. Kadaz
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    This game introduced me to the Metroid franchise. This game was amazing back then and I still look back at it and compare it to other titles of that time and it feels unmatched. Played countless hours to 100% everything and it was so much fun.
  40. Bittu_Singh
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Excellent level design, there's 0 flaw in this game. Each and every thing is well crafted with passion
  41. Kalcool12
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    | The game that ruined 3D Metroidvanias for me |

    The reason why I do not like Batman: Arkham Asylum, Doom, Control, among others, is because of this game. It nearly perfected the Metroidvania format in 3D, with one flaw: Backtracking. Why is this a thing? In a game where the world feels rich, the puzzles are mind-boggling, the boss battles are fun, and the challenge is perfect...    | The game that ruined 3D Metroidvanias for me |

    The reason why I do not like Batman: Arkham Asylum, Doom, Control, among others, is because of this game. It nearly perfected the Metroidvania format in 3D, with one flaw:

    Backtracking. Why is this a thing?

    In a game where the world feels rich, the puzzles are mind-boggling, the boss battles are fun, and the challenge is perfect... the game has one flaw that keep me from calling it a 10/10, and it's that. There are a few other nitpicks, but backtracking made my enjoyment of the game lower.

    However, it's still a 9/10 game. Why? Because everything else is perfect.

    For me to get invested in this 480p standard definition world better than I can get into 90% of modern games today, is impressive. And the coolest part is how balanced the game is. And the boss battles are always fun, not because of the difficulty (though the final boss is rather difficult in my opinion), but because it's fun figuring out how to defeat the boss.

    Another cool thing this game did was not give a story, but rather give you the option to find the story. There are these things you can scan to get the backstory to this world and it really helped build up the game and the world it's in. It's great.

    And nothing matches the vibe in the game. You feel a great sense of loneliness and dissolute adventuring that is very hard to find in other games. The music is perfect, the coloring is perfect, and the atmosphere is chilling. It's all perfect to give you the right tone to play this game in.

    Overall, the game is good. Definitely play it, I highly recommend it to all.    … Expand
  42. Uncle_Beth
    Apr 18, 2022
    10
    I would put Metroid Prime beside games like the Witcher 3, Bloodborne, and Breath of the Wild in regards to greatness. It is a proper masterpiece that revolutionized gaming and what the FPS genre could be. Prime 1 took what Super Metroid did well, turned it into 3D, and made it better. What at first glance looks like a sci-fi shooter is actually a meticulously crafted platforming, puzzlingI would put Metroid Prime beside games like the Witcher 3, Bloodborne, and Breath of the Wild in regards to greatness. It is a proper masterpiece that revolutionized gaming and what the FPS genre could be. Prime 1 took what Super Metroid did well, turned it into 3D, and made it better. What at first glance looks like a sci-fi shooter is actually a meticulously crafted platforming, puzzling adventure where shooting is just one of the myriad of ways through which you can interact with the world. Metroid Prime brings it's world to life through it's inquisitive, eerie, and sometimes groovy music, beautifully constructed and unforgiving environments, subtle yet ingenious story telling, and brilliant level design. Metroid Prime puts you right behind Samus Aran's visor which is an exhilarating experience that is at times downright horrifying in all of the best ways. With a plethora of items to collect, enemies and bosses to fight, secretes to unlock and puzzles to solve, Metroid Prime keeps you right at the edge of your seat for all 15+ hours of it's story. Although it might not be as long as most current AAA games, what's there is as good as gaming gets. Metroid Prime still stands up against the best modern titles today and in a world where appraising a video games greatness is largely subjective, Metroid Prime arguably has it's hat in the ring for being one of the best video games of all times. I could not recommend it any more.… Expand
  43. Jofe
    May 16, 2022
    10
    A lesson in mastery, both in terms of level-design and the pleasure of exploration.
  44. ElliottJudy
    Jun 26, 2022
    8
    This is one of my favorite games ever made however I won't pretend like it isn't flawed. The back tracking gets a bit much sometimes and the gamecube controls haven't aged the best. A few of the bosses are a huge pain and some of the enemy encounters are very annoying. However for me, those issues don't make a big difference in my enjoyment. This game has a phenomenal atmosphere and veryThis is one of my favorite games ever made however I won't pretend like it isn't flawed. The back tracking gets a bit much sometimes and the gamecube controls haven't aged the best. A few of the bosses are a huge pain and some of the enemy encounters are very annoying. However for me, those issues don't make a big difference in my enjoyment. This game has a phenomenal atmosphere and very good graphics that still hold up to this day. The world is fun to traverse with several different areas that are all very different from each other. The game gets you very emerged in the world and that's what I think its biggest pro is. Metroid is my favorite video game series, but I highly recommend this game too anyone who enjoys adventure games.… Expand
  45. NBUnderscores
    Jul 17, 2022
    10
    Just play it as it is soooooo good (the gameplay, bosses, and world are all really good)
  46. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  47. ebellumat
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    21 years latter and this game still holds up, the remaster on switch just prove that.
  48. donkaapo
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
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  49. JVCHAMP
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    This game was amazing everything that I expected from a Metroid game. The game has aged like wine but I would prefer people play it on the wii for better controls. The atmosphere, music and gameplay are so captivating it feel so immersive.My overall experience with the game was nothing short of amazing.
  50. AntiqueGull
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Невероятно атмосферное приключение с захватывающим исследованием, однозначно каждый должен попробовать
  51. RAMB
    Jan 5, 2023
    10
    While I prefer 2D Metroid over 3D Metroid can't help but to admit how great this game is they totally nailed it for the first ever 3D Metroid game.
  52. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    A technically brilliant reinvention of one of the best platform adventures ever created, but with one glaring flaw: the lack of save points. Death in Metroid Prime amounts to cruel and unusual punishment.
  53. kazuma_games
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    cara que jogo lindo e muito bom, quem puder jogar, jogue pois nao vai arepender!!!!!
  54. Boogasoul
    Mar 24, 2023
    9
    Es impresionante que un juego de más de 20 años mantenga una propuesta jugable tan fresca y actual. Las mecánicas no han envejecido nada mal y es todo un gustazo controlar a Samus mientras exploras el enorme mapa. El diseño de niveles, la progresión y el backtracking son las señas de identidad de este título.

    El lavado de cara que ha sufrido con la remasterización es impresionante y    Es impresionante que un juego de más de 20 años mantenga una propuesta jugable tan fresca y actual. Las mecánicas no han envejecido nada mal y es todo un gustazo controlar a Samus mientras exploras el enorme mapa. El diseño de niveles, la progresión y el backtracking son las señas de identidad de este título.

    El lavado de cara que ha sufrido con la remasterización es impresionante y cuesta creer que un juego pueda correr así de bien en Switch. No he sufrido ni la más mínima ralentización de principio a fin, 60fps como rocas que parecen brujería en la portátil de Nintendo.

    Una aventura que todo el mundo debería jugar, sobre todo si eres un amante de los juegos tipo Search Action.    … Expand
  55. spiritisgodly
    Jun 12, 2023
    8
    One of the best GameCube games of it's era. Suffers from backtracking issues and a couple other issues, but still makes for a wonderful game for it's time and incredibly fun.
  56. TheGameTaster
    Jul 2, 2023
    10
    Total masterpiece. A must play and one of the best video games ever made. Graphics were amazing, nice soundtrack and you have a lot of interesting puzzles, enemies and collectibles.
  57. Pikmin5
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    100% this game on hard mode was one of the best things I have ever done, Metroid Prime is an amazing game with great atmospheric music and fun bosses, and an insane hard mode.
  58. GameMan2005
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Game still looks and plays incredibly. It's a great evolution from 2D to 3D Metroid.
  59. SamAxe00
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    Love this game, really wish nintendo would do more in this series. Creative and fun gameplay.
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#1 Best GameCube Game of 2002
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#1 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
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#1 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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Metascore
97

Universal acclaim - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. GamerFeed
    90
    It looks fantastic, it plays fantastic (the best usage of the GameCube controller to date), it sounds fantastic, and darn it, it is just fun to play.
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  2. GameNow
    100
    It doesn't matter if you've never played a Metroid game before - Prime will kick your ass and unrelentingly own you. [A+; Jan 2003, p.62]
  3. Into Liquid Sky
    100
    It oozes with so much addictiveness that the storyline plays second fiddle and reminds you of a time when gameplay was an integral part of gaming. Put simply, this is one of the best games I have played in a long, long time. [Grade = A+]
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