Metroid Prime

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  1. dppjr3
    Jan 27, 2017
    10
    My favorite video game. A perfect artwork that perfectly offers what you are looking for. This saga is underestimated by many people, and does not get the success it deserves. A real shame. Hopefully a game of this generation will be half as good as this game is.
  2. Captain_Faramir
    Jan 30, 2017
    10
    Still cannot understand how the graphics were so good for this game. Besides that, it is my favorite Metroid game besides Super Metroid, and has very unique game-play, enemies, and soundtrack.
  3. Nachockaxis
    Mar 6, 2021
    10
    One of the best gamimg experiences that I had. You can tell its influence over modern fps's.
  4. lalorocks
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    For far this is the best Metroid game in 3D, its a full world with creatures and the music of each enviroment is the best, there is a lot of map to explore
  5. ItsAllOgre5
    May 11, 2017
    10
    This was one hell of a debut for Retro Studios, especially with the game's troubled development. It's amazing that it still turned out to be one kickass game--the music, the lonely atmosphere, the fun combat, the still stellar graphics. Truly timeless.
  6. AnzMore
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    questo gioco è un capolavoro anche a distanza di 14 anni dalla sua uscita e lo stesso vale per il resto della serie spero solo che nintendo la riprenda un giorno
  7. JohnRules1984
    Mar 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente juego. Podria decir que es el mejor juego q tiene switch despues de zelda botw.… Expand
  8. victoralvarez
    May 14, 2017
    10
    Metroid prime is the greatest Gamecube game ever. This game does everything an action adventure game should do and more. This game has a great story that is memorable and very relevant throughout the game. The game's difficulty is perfect since the player can usually figure out what to do with the game's clues, but the player must be skilled to understand those clues. The game's worlds areMetroid prime is the greatest Gamecube game ever. This game does everything an action adventure game should do and more. This game has a great story that is memorable and very relevant throughout the game. The game's difficulty is perfect since the player can usually figure out what to do with the game's clues, but the player must be skilled to understand those clues. The game's worlds are all very different and they are all alive with different kinds of enemies and secrets throughout the world. Boss battles are difficult, but can be beaten as long as the player knows the weakness through scanning the enemy. Backtracking is a large part of this game, but it provides the player with a way more in depth experience. Overall, this game is the perfect representation of what single player games should be like.… Expand
  9. CowDude121
    Aug 10, 2017
    10
    Begun my play through for a few hours, and I was really impressed. The visuals were stunning for a game made in 2002, and the core exploration, item collection and great boss battles were still there in a 3D environment with 60 FPS. The only let down is the controls, you are gonna need to get used to them for a bit.

    Overall - 96/100
  10. TheCatalyst
    Jan 18, 2018
    10
    95/100 one of the better games I've played. The atmosphere in this game is phenomenal. Even without twin stick controls for a shooter (more of an exploration game) it holds up well in the control scheme. I had one problem with a portion of the game toward the end, but still an amazing experience. Glad I jumped on this one and decided to it. A great game hidden in my backlog.
  11. bespinach
    Nov 8, 2017
    10
    In 2017, the game is still spectacular, the mechanics, the feeling of being alone on a planet to explore, music combined with the environment recreates one of the most invasive feelings of not knowing what to do. The small details of development make the game one of the masterpieces of video games. Congratulations to Retro Studios for creating this masterpiece.
  12. Shlomo3006
    Apr 16, 2022
    10
    One of the best videogames ever made! The atmosphere is unmatched, the inmersive gameplay is magnificent.
  13. Swift_Milo
    Mar 28, 2020
    10
    I love this game to absolute perfection.

    I, in fact believe this is one of the best looking games of the 6th generation, alongside games like Metal Gear Solid 2 & 3 and Splinter Cell. It's vast, open world makes every area feels like a maze, sprawling with secrets, just for me to discover. The environments are some of the best I've ever seen in a Gamecube game, with the 2nd place    I love this game to absolute perfection.

    I, in fact believe this is one of the best looking games of the 6th generation, alongside games like Metal Gear Solid 2 & 3 and Splinter Cell.

    It's vast, open world makes every area feels like a maze, sprawling with secrets, just for me to discover. The environments are some of the best I've ever seen in a Gamecube game, with the 2nd place going to Twin Snakes.

    The mechanics work amazingly well in first-person and for Nintendo's first FPS made in house, that uses a Nintendo IP, it translates very well over.

    Only issue is controls, which haven't aged the greatest and could work better nowadays.

    I highly recommend this to be the first game to play on a GameCube or Wii if you can play the Metroid Prime Trilogy Collection.    … Expand
  14. Meta1234
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    Congratulations to Retro Studios for this atmospheric masterpiece. Phenomenal combination of environment-music.

    Some bosses were a bit hard but this can be forgiven.
  15. manute12
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    Simply one of the best games of all time. Still a joy to play and holds up pretty well. 10/10
  16. avoidingfern207
    May 10, 2018
    10
    one of the most realised and complete worlds in any game,ever. Outstanding graphics, music, gameplay and atmosphere
  17. RyanRetroGamer7
    Oct 13, 2020
    10
    If you have never played Metroid Prime, PLAY IT! It is the best game that I have ever played! No exaggeration! Get a copy, and play it!
  18. Protomario
    Jul 30, 2022
    10
    Metroid Prime might be the best and most perfect Metroid Game ever created, transforming Metroid from a side scrolling 2D platformer, to a story driven first person shooter set in a universe filled with lore.
    If anything, just look back on the multiple series that failed to make the jump to 3D properly. Even major series like Megaman and Castlevania had a bad time trying to jump to 3D.    Metroid Prime might be the best and most perfect Metroid Game ever created, transforming Metroid from a side scrolling 2D platformer, to a story driven first person shooter set in a universe filled with lore.
    If anything, just look back on the multiple series that failed to make the jump to 3D properly. Even major series like Megaman and Castlevania had a bad time trying to jump to 3D.
    But Metroid Prime did not just push the series to 3D, rather it springballed Metroid into perfection.
    This is the Metroid Prime retrospective.

    I streamed this game as it was and still is one of my favorite games of all time. I had not played it for many years though, so I wanted to see if it still held up today.
    The first thing that you will realize playing this game is how cool the presentation is. On the menu itself, it is the inside of a Metroid. And when the game begins, you the player are shown the graphical prowess of the Gamecube. A distress call, the vacuum of space, Samus’s ship appears, and bam, in all her glory, Samus. Gorgeous graphics and a stunning show for Metroid fans who waited many years for a new game. But due to the new nature of the gameplay and 3D space, players would have to get used to a new way to move and control Samus.

    One of the biggest critiques that can be leveraged against the game is the controls. Unfortunately, they are very archaic and they pre-date the use of dual thumb sticks that many First Person Shooters use today. The controls caused me many times to move in a direction I didn’t want to, and I constantly felt like they were tank controls. The controls would have been improved with a much faster turn rate, but they are still workable. The controls however offer the ability to manually aim, which is a massive improvement over Super Metroid’s 8-way direction. A lock on feature was included making it a breeze to battle, move, and dodge while shooting. Atop this, the controller is utilized with the heads-up display on Samus’s visor which then offers players no confusion when swapping weapons and visors.
    With that out of the way, as I was playing the game I was still in awe of the graphics. It’s hard to think this game came out 20 years ago. And though it can be seen, especially with the lack of smoothing and jagged edges. However, this game came out only 1 year after the GameCube had released. Every area looks fantastic and is immersive. In the initial space station, steam fogs Samus’s visor. The graphical effects were stunning, seeing huge dead mad scientist experiments, tubes filled with genetically altered creatures, and finally confronting a massive boss all contributed to the immersion.

    From the planet itself filled with foliage, water effects and waterfalls, Chozo Architecture, and overgrown temples. The Magma interior of the planet filled with Lava, tunnels, and fire-based creatures. The snow fields of Phendrana drifts, while snow falls and has the player crunching snow under their feet: fantastic. The space pirates research facility makes you feel claustrophobic while surrounded by botched experiments and any bit of lore you could want to learn about. The mines where operations are conducting appear industrial and the exact opposite of how the Chozo were living. And finally, the interior of the Meteor impact crater, which appears straight out of alien. And while exploring these fantastic looking areas comes fantastic ambient music. Most notably, Phendrana drifts, which is highly recommended in the video game ost world. Each area contains fitting musical tracks, some call backs to super Metroid, but all the music sounds fantastic and accompanies this massive adventure.

    All of the environments are a joy to explore, which is the name of the game. As I went through the game I made good use of the scan visor, which offers players the ability to scan things and learn more about them. From enemies to the most mundane of things, the visor assisted in learning lore that no Metroid fans had access to. But the game is truly about exploring and learning about new creatures.

    Going backwards in time 20 years this game was a fantastic joy to play yet again, and even with an archaic control scheme it was still not only playable but greatly enjoyable. I loved re-exploring Metroid Prime, re-learning the lore, encountering challenging bosses, and enjoying the music along with the areas of the alien planet.
    Is it perfect? No, but is it a Masterpiece, absolutely.    … Expand
  19. TJ_of_Carolina
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    An immersive experience of being alone on an alien planet, exploring the planet and picking up suit upgrades. Wonderful sound track, the controls are even better if you're playing the Wii version, which allows physically pointing at the screen to aim your gun. Even though the game is technically first person shooting, the focus is more on exploration and your weapons are used for puzzlesAn immersive experience of being alone on an alien planet, exploring the planet and picking up suit upgrades. Wonderful sound track, the controls are even better if you're playing the Wii version, which allows physically pointing at the screen to aim your gun. Even though the game is technically first person shooting, the focus is more on exploration and your weapons are used for puzzles and other non combat things. The game is worth playing even for people who don't like FPS games because of this. Collecting power ups is satisfying and the player becomes stronger over the course of the game thanks to their efforts. Scanning is very satisfying and lets the player see the lore and worldbuilding if they so please… Expand
  20. CharlesJohnson
    Mar 9, 2019
    10
    This is certainly one of the best games I've ever played. I didn't play it when it came out and only played it recently. I think it is the second best game on the GameCube (second only to The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker). My only complaint, and it is a small one, is that I thought Samus moved a little too slowly.
  21. MXChampagnepapi
    Jun 25, 2019
    10
    A game whit an incredibly atmosphere and a little bit creepy ambientation, this New game from samus results in a turnover from the Nintendo games, in less words a masterpiece
  22. Mallakai
    Jul 23, 2019
    10
    For me? Simply the best game ever created. its a shame nintendo dont bring a switch version.
  23. Lokia987
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    The best fps ever made. It is now remastered on Nintendo switch. Go play it and thank me later
  24. MatthewDavisMed
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Jumping from a 2D side scroller to a first person shooter seems to be a risky move. Until it came it just for it to become possibly the best in the series, even to this day. BRING ON METROID PRIME 4!
  25. Aidanator
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Metroid Prime is not only my favorite GameCube game but also one of my favorite games of all time. The atmosphere is absolutely dripping with polish. Every area is beautiful looking, and not only that, they all play really well (excluding Phazon Mines, that area needed a bit more time). The music is absolutely stellar and lends itself to the world extremely well. The combat is the onlyMetroid Prime is not only my favorite GameCube game but also one of my favorite games of all time. The atmosphere is absolutely dripping with polish. Every area is beautiful looking, and not only that, they all play really well (excluding Phazon Mines, that area needed a bit more time). The music is absolutely stellar and lends itself to the world extremely well. The combat is the only area where the age of this game starts to show a little bit, but even then it's still a lot of fun. The story works extraordinarily well, as you get both environmental storytelling and storytelling through your scan visor.

    TL;DR: Metroid Prime is an absolute must-play for everyone. Even if you don't particularly enjoy the Metroidvania sub-genre, you should still at least try this game. It's an absolute masterpiece, and I'm so glad that Retro Studios is continuing the series with Metroid Prime 4.    … Expand
  26. marcelskerps
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    esse jogo é demais!!!quando joguei super metroid não acreditaria que um dia sentiria toda aquela atmosfera , foi quando joguei metroid prime, musicas ótimas , jogabilidade , exploração , ambientação , está tudo ali, jogo perfeito
  27. TurricanFan64
    Nov 21, 2019
    10
    In my eyes, Metroid Prime is up there with the best of the best. Nice music, engaging gameplay, awesome enemies, this is a game definitely worth picking up. Hell, I’ll even say this game is up there with the likes of Turrican! I can safely give this game a solid 10/10.
  28. SaltyChan
    Feb 9, 2020
    10
    Astounding journey from start to finish. Great controls and fantastic world building make exploring the foreign planet captivating, and a neat scan system offers sometimes gruesome details that worked around the gamecube limitations to offer one of the most memorable gameplay experiences of my entire life. Too much to say outside of how timeless this masterpiece is, and how revolutionaryAstounding journey from start to finish. Great controls and fantastic world building make exploring the foreign planet captivating, and a neat scan system offers sometimes gruesome details that worked around the gamecube limitations to offer one of the most memorable gameplay experiences of my entire life. Too much to say outside of how timeless this masterpiece is, and how revolutionary it was in its day.… Expand
  29. Nekocotier
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    Le meilleurs fps d'aventure que j'ai pu faire. Une vrai claque graphique pour l'époque, les effets sur la visière de Samus, les environnements, la direction artistiques, toute est magnifique. L'atmosphère, l'ambiance et le sentiment de solitude est parfaitement maîtrisé. J'en dirais pas plus, sa réputation est déjà faite. Un jeu culte à faire dans sa vie au moins une fois.
  30. Spootnik
    Mar 16, 2020
    10
    Best, game, ever. Period. The way we were disappointed how it became an fps back then seen screenshots on magazines. Then playing the actual game... how can you not cherich this game, that turned out to be the perfect transition to 3D for Metroid ❤
  31. GregLobstery
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    The first 3D Metroid is simply amazing with breathtaking atmospheres, intriguing gameplay, and a vast world to explore. This is not a review please help this website runs so badly I love Metroid Prime but dear god this website is so bad for 2020 please help.
  32. CrusaderJP
    Apr 19, 2020
    10
    A one of a kind game, that could be defined as first-person adventure. It's the incredible adaptation to the three dimensions of a legendary saga, just like Ocarina of Time was in the previous generation.
  33. longtimegamer00
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    The best 3d space adventure you'll ever have. Everything about this game is perfect, it lives up to the hype. The sequels ( 2and 3) aren't quite as good but this game is just amazing on its own.
  34. ProfAmateur
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    This game was absolutely mindblowing on gamecube.
    The levels and enemies were great! It was so immerse.
  35. 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.
  36. 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.
  37. luisbortolaso
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Puro vídeo game, maravilhosa aventura de Samus Aran uma mulher que não precisa calçar ´44 bico largo para provar sua coragem, que jogo fantástico, um clássico memorável, horas e mais horas de diversão.
  38. SALVADORM
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Excelent game, it's strong point is the exploration and BOSS fights, great stage and ambientation. Must play
  39. 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
  40. 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.
  41. churros
    Apr 4, 2023
    10
    Pros:
    + faithful to the 2D games
    + atmospheric
    + light puzzles
    + environment scan
    + 3D map
    + lore
    + great soundtrack

    Cons:
    - dated controls
  42. 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
  43. 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.
  44. Tri9322
    Jul 8, 2021
    10
    Metroid Prime is an amazing game, not a perfect one, but an amazing game nonetheless. The graphics are great, especially for 2002. The sound track and sound design fit the game perfectly. The story is good but it is very passive and requires the player to actively look for it and read lots of data entry type things. The gameplay is great, and the game has an amazing sense of progression.Metroid Prime is an amazing game, not a perfect one, but an amazing game nonetheless. The graphics are great, especially for 2002. The sound track and sound design fit the game perfectly. The story is good but it is very passive and requires the player to actively look for it and read lots of data entry type things. The gameplay is great, and the game has an amazing sense of progression. Exploration is fun but there's way too much backtracking. The game has some bad parts such as the awful room before the final boss you have to do every time you die to it, and stuff like the mines not having any save points for a while after the first one. Some of the boss fights aren't the best, but the game is still very very fun. Despite all these flaws, I just can't give it anything but a 10. It truly is one of the best games of all time.… Expand
  45. 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.
  46. 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
  47. 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
  48. 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
  49. 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
  50. 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.
  51. 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
  52. 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!
  53. 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.
  54. 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
  55. grimreapersims
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
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  56. 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
  57. Erikmps
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    This is the best game on the gamecube and my favorite metroid game ever. Literally a masterpiece
  58. 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
  59. Alformatics
    Nov 1, 2021
    10
    Metroid Prime is a great game overall, with few flaws that negatively affect the experience.

    The gameplay is amazing, because of the well-thought mechanics, quite well-paced progression and good room/world design. The game also features some quite simple, yet satisfying puzzles and the exploration aspect is also good, though there is some backtracking, which may annoy some people. The    Metroid Prime is a great game overall, with few flaws that negatively affect the experience.

    The gameplay is amazing, because of the well-thought mechanics, quite well-paced progression and good room/world design. The game also features some quite simple, yet satisfying puzzles and the exploration aspect is also good, though there is some backtracking, which may annoy some people. The hint system is also pretty useful, in case you get lost.

    The atmosphere is top-notch, as Prime really nailed the music and the graphics/art style (by the way the game looks surprisingly good for 2000s era graphics). The first-person viewpoint helps with the immersion, too.

    Overall, Prime is a great game which will certainly create memorable experiences.    … Expand
  60. 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!
  61. 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
  62. 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.
  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. Jofe
    May 16, 2022
    10
    A lesson in mastery, both in terms of level-design and the pleasure of exploration.
  66. NBUnderscores
    Jul 17, 2022
    10
    Just play it as it is soooooo good (the gameplay, bosses, and world are all really good)
  67. ebellumat
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    21 years latter and this game still holds up, the remaster on switch just prove that.
  68. donkaapo
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
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  69. 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.
  70. AntiqueGull
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Невероятно атмосферное приключение с захватывающим исследованием, однозначно каждый должен попробовать
  71. 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.
  72. kazuma_games
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    cara que jogo lindo e muito bom, quem puder jogar, jogue pois nao vai arepender!!!!!
  73. 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.
  74. 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.
  75. GameMan2005
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Game still looks and plays incredibly. It's a great evolution from 2D to 3D Metroid.
  76. ShayneV
    Mar 30, 2008
    9
    People need to stop comparing this game to others games like Splinter Cell, Grand Theft Auto, and Halo. WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU PEOPLE. This game is completely different then those types of games. Stop comparing it to other games. Its a great game so give it a try. Yes its true that some people wont like it but at least give it a try. Or you could go back to playing your crappy Halo.
  77. KymP.
    Feb 6, 2005
    9
    Wow. just completed it...one of the most atmospheric, engrossing and endearing games i''ve ever had to honour to play. Not a perfect score due to some niggles with aiming jumps, and save stations can be frustrating to track down.. but overall, brilliant.
  78. BenjaminB.
    Mar 22, 2007
    9
    Great game, but why isn't there some kind teleport-system. although the design of the world is great, it can really annoy you when you have to go through the same area for the 10th time. i can really understand some bad reviews, because the game demands you to think and the normal casual gamer does not like to do so. he wants to sit in front of the tv-screen, to shut down the brain Great game, but why isn't there some kind teleport-system. although the design of the world is great, it can really annoy you when you have to go through the same area for the 10th time. i can really understand some bad reviews, because the game demands you to think and the normal casual gamer does not like to do so. he wants to sit in front of the tv-screen, to shut down the brain and having fun. when you are looking for a game where you do not have to think, it is definetly the wrong game for you. Although it is just a (maybe too artistic) masterpiece with great sounds, graphics and gameplay.… Expand
  79. Theimminent26
    Mar 4, 2003
    9
    Am I late? I guess not. This game is almost definitely the best gamecube game out. While people complain about bad controls, I never take things like that into affect because like every other game with weird controls everything is learnable with time. The graphics are pretty nice I didn't like the popup steam but whatever. Alot of people dismiss this game for its disobeying its third Am I late? I guess not. This game is almost definitely the best gamecube game out. While people complain about bad controls, I never take things like that into affect because like every other game with weird controls everything is learnable with time. The graphics are pretty nice I didn't like the popup steam but whatever. Alot of people dismiss this game for its disobeying its third person roots, All I can say is don't judge the game after playing it for 10 minutes, I know It's all been said before but this game is very true to the classic Super metroid. In closing I will say the main thing that bugged me is the lack of new power-ups (other than visors)other than that I can only recomend this game to everyone don't miss out....THe masive 26 is the best... … Expand
  80. DougM.
    Apr 27, 2003
    9
    Awesome game with some of the best graphics in an game on any console. The visor effects kick some serious ass!
  81. Uter
    Apr 5, 2003
    9
    Excellent game, but I do think it's a touch overrated. The graphics are it's strongest point. The sound I don't think is very good; it's adequate though. The world is huge and there aren't real load times between areas, so it's revolutionary in some ways. 1 thing I don't like is how enemies respawn. Although with so much backtracking I'm not sure Excellent game, but I do think it's a touch overrated. The graphics are it's strongest point. The sound I don't think is very good; it's adequate though. The world is huge and there aren't real load times between areas, so it's revolutionary in some ways. 1 thing I don't like is how enemies respawn. Although with so much backtracking I'm not sure what they could have done instead to make that part exciting.… Expand
  82. SoulCalibur2
    Sep 9, 2003
    9
    Beautiful graphics. This game has perfect enviroments, and Samus looks really cool in this game. Even though it doesn't really follow the Metroid series, it would be a lot more fun if there was a multiplayer, something like Halo's (great game). This is a great game and the excellent graphics and gameplay make up for the difficulty.
  83. RobC.
    Jan 27, 2005
    9
    Initially difficult but ultimately BRILLIANT!
  84. MarkG.
    Jul 22, 2005
    9
    Some of the negative comments on here are so trifling and inconsequential that it's hard to believe. Different doors are opened by different beams? Yes, what exactly is so bad about that? In Super Metroid you used different concussive weapons as opposed to beams, but it's the same principle. Also, and similarly, the enemies susceptibility to different weapons is a feature that Some of the negative comments on here are so trifling and inconsequential that it's hard to believe. Different doors are opened by different beams? Yes, what exactly is so bad about that? In Super Metroid you used different concussive weapons as opposed to beams, but it's the same principle. Also, and similarly, the enemies susceptibility to different weapons is a feature that has run throughout the series. The game is an excellent example of how to take a series and transplant everything that makes it great in to, quite literally, a different dimension. The transition from 2D to 3D has been fraught with failure and dispute in the instance of many classic series, but Metroid is one Franchise that is almost undisputed in its success at making the jump. Retains the atmosphere and depth of the previous games whilst managing to feel even more vast and spacious with the added dimension. A well crafted and enjoyable challenge.… Expand
  85. Marshmallow
    Aug 17, 2005
    9
    The guy who gave this a 5 obviously has never played a metroid and wants the series to become your average fps. The reason there are puzzles and different beam strategies in the game is to stop from becoming repetitive.
  86. JonathanG.
    Mar 14, 2006
    9
    The graphics are great, and the game play is sweet. This game is more figuring things out than it is a combat game. The only thing that I didn' think was perfect was the back tracking. I guess they had to back track because of the small disc.
  87. ChoochMcSpankens
    Apr 5, 2006
    9
    Fantastic game!...but no game in the universe on ANY grading scale deserves a perfect score. Now I am a huge Nintendo fan and this game is great but NO game has NO flaws. My only complaint is that this game is somewhat repetitive. For all the people who said the controls are too different or "they suck", I actually quite enjoyed them and thought that they did a good job of branching away Fantastic game!...but no game in the universe on ANY grading scale deserves a perfect score. Now I am a huge Nintendo fan and this game is great but NO game has NO flaws. My only complaint is that this game is somewhat repetitive. For all the people who said the controls are too different or "they suck", I actually quite enjoyed them and thought that they did a good job of branching away from the normal stereo-typical shoot-em-up fps games. I love this game because is has puzzles and makes you think. Also, I can't say this game is better than or even compare it to halo because they are too different in many ways. Also, the music really emerses you into the game and really gets you lost into a world that a LOT of games can not achieve. FANTASTIC!!!… Expand
  88. KikB
    Oct 29, 2008
    9
    Metroid Prime is indeed a masterpiece. The idea of a 3D Metroid game may have seemed like a bad idea at first but thankfully it wasn't. The story seemed somewhat complext to me at first until I played more of the other Metroid games. The controls are very good with a lock on system which most First-person games do not have because those are proper First-person-shooters where as Metroid Prime is indeed a masterpiece. The idea of a 3D Metroid game may have seemed like a bad idea at first but thankfully it wasn't. The story seemed somewhat complext to me at first until I played more of the other Metroid games. The controls are very good with a lock on system which most First-person games do not have because those are proper First-person-shooters where as Metroid Prime and it's two sequels are first-person-adventures. The boss battles are also very enjoyable, and the landscapes and level designs in Metroid Prime are breathtaking. Those are what I thought made Metroid Prime so excellent besides the way it was revoulotionary for a 2D side scrolling series to become a FPA. The landscapes were just beautiful. I would give Metroid Prime a perfect score, however it was very very close to being perfect. There were at least two flaws which are minior and basically just me nit picking. I know it's not worth mentioning but I see reviewing as pointing out the good and bad even if it's just nit picking. The one flaw I had with Metroid Prime was some of the load times. The loading screen when you enter an elevator to go to a different location. I think they could've done better work on that. Then there was these doors that wouldn't open for a few seconds even after you shot them. Of course those doors are a lot worse in Metroid Prime 3. So I do not give perfect scores away, but Metroid Prime was very very close to being perfect in my opinion. Those load times are all that held it back. But I still see it as an incredible game. 98/100… Expand
  89. AlexA.
    Feb 26, 2008
    9
    Well, as a long time FPS fan (and not a Nintendo fanboy...) I have been interested to play the Prime series and all I have to say is that this game is great, great graphics, great gameplay, everything is great. What I really liked about this game is that even if it is a First Person Shooter (Well for me it's a First person Adventure) it is still faithful to the Metroid formula, I Well, as a long time FPS fan (and not a Nintendo fanboy...) I have been interested to play the Prime series and all I have to say is that this game is great, great graphics, great gameplay, everything is great. What I really liked about this game is that even if it is a First Person Shooter (Well for me it's a First person Adventure) it is still faithful to the Metroid formula, I liked the puzzles, the enjoyable boss battles and the easy fights. I have been tired of the mindless shooting for a little bit and I decided to give this game another try. Sure, no game is perfect and every game shares and has its flaws. The game's story is somewhat non-existent, the controls feel a little bit awkward for a gamecube controller (But Retro studios and Nintendo still did the effort and I congratulate them) and the fact that you get to explore the same areas for the 3th or 4th time can be a little frustrating and boring. What I still like about this game is the graphics (for a gamecube game), I liked the immersive atmosphere and the sound is top-notch. I don't know why are people attacking this game and it's great in almost every aspect. Look, if you're a hardcore FPS fan that loves shooting and action every second then this game is not for you guys, before you buy a game you must research it before you do something wrong and buy it. And if you're an FPS player or gamer that likes exploring and immerse yourselves then this game is for you guys. I consider this as one of the greatest and most respected games on the gamecube of all time (And it's on my personal Top 10).… Expand
  90. BrodieP.
    Nov 22, 2002
    9
    Certainly not your average fps... its more of an adventure game where seeing what you can unlock next as apposed to blasting aliens is the majority of the fun. And while theres not hordes of enemies to kill as in Halo, it seems balanced for this adventure and you'll never get bored. It is beautifully accomplished in almost every aspect. A must have for Gamecube owners.
  91. C.Snowdon
    Dec 23, 2002
    9
    Incredibly well thought out controls, gorgeous graphics, a frame rate that never slows down, and a sountrack that's a joy to listen to even on it's own. My only gripes are a few really low resolution textures, though this may have been intentional to keep the framerate as smooth as it is. The atmospheric effects more than make up for this shortcoming, though I wish the water Incredibly well thought out controls, gorgeous graphics, a frame rate that never slows down, and a sountrack that's a joy to listen to even on it's own. My only gripes are a few really low resolution textures, though this may have been intentional to keep the framerate as smooth as it is. The atmospheric effects more than make up for this shortcoming, though I wish the water effects were better. I've been spoiled by Mario Sunshine. The game is huge, it almost never seems to end. I've clocked in a ton of hours and I'm still not finished with the game. Also, I've seen complaints on the lack of multiplayer and people saying it wasn't made for multiplayer. Well, it's true, the controls for this game make Multiplayer worthless for the same reasons that they make single player work so well. The auto targeting and autolock functions make any sort of deathmatch a bad joke. But this also keeps the game firmly in the realm of first person 'adventure' as opposed to a shooter. Anyone who expects a shooter or tries to play this game like a shooter will be sorely dissapointed. This game is all about exploration and puzzle solving. The game plays more like Super Metroid in 3D than any shooter.… Expand
  92. MichaelB.
    Feb 24, 2003
    9
    This game is good but on of the most over-rated titles of the year. I own a Game-Cube and realize that this is probably one of the best that you can get on the cube, but there are other games out there that eat this alive. The graphics though are stunning for the Cube. However they cannot measure up to graphics like MGS2, Splinter Cell, or even Silent Hill 2. There is no story, that This game is good but on of the most over-rated titles of the year. I own a Game-Cube and realize that this is probably one of the best that you can get on the cube, but there are other games out there that eat this alive. The graphics though are stunning for the Cube. However they cannot measure up to graphics like MGS2, Splinter Cell, or even Silent Hill 2. There is no story, that really bothers me. However, this game is a solid effort by Nintendo and deserves the some of the credit that it gets. … Expand
  93. AlexzanderD.
    Aug 24, 2005
    9
    I just like main part of the game like the boss parasite queen before the part where you have 7 minutes to get out.
  94. IvanV.
    Nov 18, 2006
    9
    excellent game however i cant help but feel it is highly overrated. this game is two points below zelda in average score on metacritic and it doesnt compare to it. The game at times becomes frustrating and i have certainly had more fun playing other games which have much lower scored. story is almost non-existant as well, you really dont feel part of the story at all. However still an excellent game however i cant help but feel it is highly overrated. this game is two points below zelda in average score on metacritic and it doesnt compare to it. The game at times becomes frustrating and i have certainly had more fun playing other games which have much lower scored. story is almost non-existant as well, you really dont feel part of the story at all. However still an excellent game… Expand
  95. CarlosL.
    Apr 23, 2007
    9
    This game is good. I like the controls since I;m not use to first person. Also the gameplay is fun with the enemies smart and you have to plan out how to kill them and the only drawback are the far save stations and sometimes you need to sit and think.
  96. PaulW
    Nov 16, 2008
    9
    Although Resident Evil 4 (which I have just now added a comment for) and Metroid Prime share some similarities in fierce encounters with enemies, Metroid Prime is much the better game (in fact I rate the Resient Evil remake above RE4). Like the superb Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, Metroid Prime starts you off in the thick of it and then gradually builds back up into action, both games Although Resident Evil 4 (which I have just now added a comment for) and Metroid Prime share some similarities in fierce encounters with enemies, Metroid Prime is much the better game (in fact I rate the Resient Evil remake above RE4). Like the superb Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, Metroid Prime starts you off in the thick of it and then gradually builds back up into action, both games allowing a great sense of a capacity for exploration, something generally lacking from Resident Evil 4's more cheap and gory thrills. With its lock on shooting style, Metroid Prime satisfies those looking for an arcade-style experience in a deep adventure. One particular highlight is entering the beautiful snow covered Phenandra Drifts which, like very other level, hides a labyrinth-like Alice in Wonderland series of tunnels and pathways. The music in this game is perfect- alternatively beautiful and subtle or strident and scary. The backtracking is understandable though sometimes results in a huge journey back to a previous point however the control system, which I found otherwise brilliant, makes one the later bosses too tough. Still, this is a lot better than Metroid Prime: Echoes.… Expand
  97. JoeC.
    Nov 19, 2002
    9
    Haha. Not near what I thought it would be, but still a good game. For everyone who said great gfx, you must only play gamecube games. Plus the guy who said something about going back to your Xbox... Guess he was too stupid to read that the other guy said something about Outcast for PC.
  98. KrisK.
    Nov 27, 2002
    9
    Would have scored a perfect 10 if not for the random lockups. A truly engrossing game. The visuals are great and the puzzles provide enough challenge without getting annoying. The controls take a minute to adjust to, but once you get them it becomes natural, and I think any problem people are having with the controls really stems from the GC controller rather than the game itself. All in Would have scored a perfect 10 if not for the random lockups. A truly engrossing game. The visuals are great and the puzzles provide enough challenge without getting annoying. The controls take a minute to adjust to, but once you get them it becomes natural, and I think any problem people are having with the controls really stems from the GC controller rather than the game itself. All in all, a great game that lives up to the legacy of the original.… Expand
  99. drlowdon
    Oct 31, 2013
    9
    The long running Metroid series has been highly regarded amongst gamers for two decades and this update continues the trend of providing quality gaming. In much the same way that Ocarina of Time translated the Zelda series into 3D whilst retaining the series uniqueness Retro Studios have taken the 2D formula of previous instalments to the next level.

    Metroid Prime is an action/adventure    The long running Metroid series has been highly regarded amongst gamers for two decades and this update continues the trend of providing quality gaming. In much the same way that Ocarina of Time translated the Zelda series into 3D whilst retaining the series uniqueness Retro Studios have taken the 2D formula of previous instalments to the next level.

    Metroid Prime is an action/adventure game that is unusually played from a first-person perspective and takes place just after the original Metroid on the NES. The game opens with bounty hunter Samus Aran on the trail of space pirates intent on using a substance known as Phazon to create a genetically engineered army capable of taking over the galaxy. Following an explosion in which she narrowly escapes with her life she finds herself trapped on an eerie and isolated planet without many of her abilities.

    Once on the planet the gameplay itself also follows the template laid down by the 2D iterations. The focus is largely on exploring the massive, uncharted world around you. As you do you gradually regain abilities such as the Morph Ball and Dash Boots that allows access to previously inaccessible areas that provide teasing hints as to the planets history. With useful signposting along the way it is only rarely that this exploration can become frustrating.

    Combat itself also takes inspiration from Ocarina of Time. A simple lock-on mechanic allows the player to target individual enemies and removes the need for twin analogue controls. Once targeted enemies can be blasted with a variety of weapons although many are weaker or stronger against certain types.

    With its superb graphics and haunting score Metroid Prime became an instant classic on release and remains amongst the best games of its generation.    … Expand
  100. Zilcell
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    I like this game. It has great graphics and unique gameplay, although I found the game confusing at times because there is a lot going on within the game.
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Metascore
97

Universal acclaim - based on 70 Critic Reviews

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  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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