Metroid Prime

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  1. Psyco6
    Aug 7, 2012
    9
    This game is amazing for people who are metroid fans and even some non metroid fans. Its not suppose to be a regular FPS were you shoot and try to kill everything, IT ACTUALLY HAS A STORY. The only thing that gets to me about this game is when you have to back track from one place to another and they are far apart. The controls are great but are tricky sometimes,the story is pretty wellThis game is amazing for people who are metroid fans and even some non metroid fans. Its not suppose to be a regular FPS were you shoot and try to kill everything, IT ACTUALLY HAS A STORY. The only thing that gets to me about this game is when you have to back track from one place to another and they are far apart. The controls are great but are tricky sometimes,the story is pretty well made,the gameplay is great since you have different beams you can use and different visors that are needed to fight some enemies, even the graphics are stunning.… Expand
  2. sheepishdolphin
    Mar 15, 2012
    9
    Sublime, simply an amazing game. You feel entrenched within a planet, and can learn about all aspects of it including life and flora. The music is amazing, and the atmosphere is fantastic.
    A pinnacle. If you own a GAmecube or Wii, you must play this.
  3. danglingshrimp
    Feb 27, 2015
    9
    Pros:

    +Environments are beautifully detailed and varied
    +Tons of items to collect, tons of information to find, and tons of secret areas!
    +Gameplay is phenomenal and never wears out its welcome
    +Music is amazing, and sound effects are great, too.

    Cons:

    -Tons of backtracking
    -Fairly easy once you start getting the first few energy tank/missile upgrades
    -No Miiverse community
  4. Rockymeg
    Dec 18, 2013
    9
    People arguing this game alongside Halo are probably the same people who brag about their COD kills; bigots with no appreciation for decent single player game. I'm writing this as anticipation for Halo 5 is building, and all I can say is that Samus would kick Master Chief right in the frag grenades.
  5. guitarguy001
    Apr 1, 2014
    9
    Revolutionized the Metroid series the same way Super Mario 64 did with the Mario series. It set the standard for the FPA (First-Person Adventure) genre, the visuals are extremely impressive for the GameCube, the atmosphere is done perfectly, making you feel isolated in these planets, especially when you are in dark corridors. The soundtrack is awesome, having one of the most memorable mainRevolutionized the Metroid series the same way Super Mario 64 did with the Mario series. It set the standard for the FPA (First-Person Adventure) genre, the visuals are extremely impressive for the GameCube, the atmosphere is done perfectly, making you feel isolated in these planets, especially when you are in dark corridors. The soundtrack is awesome, having one of the most memorable main themes in any game. One of the best games ever made. Make sure you have alot of time with this one, though.… Expand
  6. fijiboy
    Apr 21, 2014
    9
    this is the best game on the game cube, it pushed the systems capabilities and came out with an immersive and beautifully designed world, with awesome boss battles, great graphics and amazing gameplay. exploration has never been so fun. I hate back tracking though, that's my only gripe and the only thing from keeping it from a 10 which is a perfect score, and I cant just be waving thatthis is the best game on the game cube, it pushed the systems capabilities and came out with an immersive and beautifully designed world, with awesome boss battles, great graphics and amazing gameplay. exploration has never been so fun. I hate back tracking though, that's my only gripe and the only thing from keeping it from a 10 which is a perfect score, and I cant just be waving that rating at every fun game.… Expand
  7. mcfry
    Aug 22, 2015
    9
    When Metroid Prime was published, I had played games of many genres, especially enjoying many of Nintendo's grand 2D classics' successful leaps into the third dimension. Hopes for the Metroid series to do the same had been little to none, as I didn't believe it could be done without changing the whole concept.

    But again, I was surprised. With Metroid Prime, my feeling always was: This    When Metroid Prime was published, I had played games of many genres, especially enjoying many of Nintendo's grand 2D classics' successful leaps into the third dimension. Hopes for the Metroid series to do the same had been little to none, as I didn't believe it could be done without changing the whole concept.

    But again, I was surprised. With Metroid Prime, my feeling always was: This is a perfect video game. It uses the medium perfectly, speaks to the player's aesthetic senses as well as to his natural curiosity and desire to interact, and in spite of atmospheric depth, it still keeps that "pride of being unreal" from its 2D past, trying not to overwhelm with excessive realism, but instead offering a quite simple, but a most involving gameplay nonetheless. It feels like controlling a very powerful apparatus with little effort, and using it to explore a planet, a biotope and a civilization or two.

    After many years and having bought 3 Gamecubes just to be able to continue playing this game (the Gamecube is an awfully short-lived console), when I revisit it today, this feeling still persists: Yes, in general, Prime is a game close to perfection. Yet some criticism that existed from the beginning has become clearer to me and should not be blurred by nosthalgia (which I've always felt is untruthful). Here are the two bummers:

    1) The controls, although having been extremely ingenuous and easy enough to learn, are lacking for this type of game, in one specific respect: There is no way to look around while strafing. That severely limits a) perception of the surrounding area, and b) fighting. You must stand still while looking. I've tried to explain that away with lore, but the discomfort returns and remains every time I play this title. Lock-on targeting thus becomes obligatory. This sort of auto-targeting was a good way to go for a third-person adventure like Zelda, but far from ideal for a first-person game, where the ability of manually targeting is essential. I don't mean to exaggerate the *Shooter* aspect of Metroid Prime, but that genre surely established more flexible controls. Of course, Prime is playable enough, but a less static targeting mode, whilst keeping the unique jump physics, is really missing in this classic. With such free aim, Metroid's arcade-esque core could develop to the fullest. (To be fair, the S/NES predecessors had very similar behaviour.)

    2) The "room puzzles" as known from the Zelda series, aren't exciting, intelligent or interesting. They break the flow decisively. This is not a mere consquence of time wearing down a certain gameplay mechanism, but a consequence of that mechanism's very dullness. Somewhat similar, but a little less dull, are the boss fights. Tackling these same puzzles or tests again simply cannot satisfy as much as it did the previous time - instead, they only postpone further exploration. That is - for me - a severe drawback to replaying Metroid Prime. And, yes: exploration still works for me.

    I wanted to write a third point of criticism, called "backtracking", but then I reconsidered - there are many possibilities to play this game against the designers' intentions, using certain non-intended techniques to make up your own path through the game. Meaning that in Prime's special case, the backtracking does not constitute a strong argument, it can be circumvented.

    But, still: As much as it hurts not to show the maximum rating, I am confident that the two mentioned factors do justify that one withheld rating point. Still, Metroid Prime offers an experience everyone should try, for so many reasons.

    Samus: Found 100%. Still need to find out who came up with these silly "Halo" comparisons....    … Expand
  8. RasheedNinja
    Feb 19, 2015
    9
    Metroid Prime is something original without the used of much voice actor. That's what the game becoming and mysterious! While Samus is unfolding the thrilling stories of the planet Tallon IV and what has become of the land she also comes across for the biggest threat of them all: Metroid Prime! The mysterious environment and outbursts of enemies in new areas give a feeling of thrillMetroid Prime is something original without the used of much voice actor. That's what the game becoming and mysterious! While Samus is unfolding the thrilling stories of the planet Tallon IV and what has become of the land she also comes across for the biggest threat of them all: Metroid Prime! The mysterious environment and outbursts of enemies in new areas give a feeling of thrill itself. It's like you always need to prepare for the next exciting thing. I would recommend scanning every piece of evidence surrounding the environment to feel the full experience (prepare yourself for a lot of reading).… Expand
  9. CineAutoctono
    Sep 18, 2019
    9
    If they say that this is the video game "Metroid Prime" is the best in the series, nobody is wrong. With excellent graphics, scenarios, music and history, great handling of the degrees of difficulty and new functions make this game a modern classic.
  10. YorkMan
    Feb 27, 2016
    9
    I can't describe how disappointed the gaming 'community' were back when this game was being developed and it became clear it was a FPS (First Person Shooter). How can you incorporate the Metroid gaming mechanic into a running about and shooting things game???

    This disappointment made me avoid playing the game for nearly 18 months after its UK PAL GameCube release. But then again I was    I can't describe how disappointed the gaming 'community' were back when this game was being developed and it became clear it was a FPS (First Person Shooter). How can you incorporate the Metroid gaming mechanic into a running about and shooting things game???

    This disappointment made me avoid playing the game for nearly 18 months after its UK PAL GameCube release. But then again I was too busy playing games on my PS2, as well as all the SNES games I missed out on using an emulator on my PC.

    I managed to get a chance to play whilst visiting my parent's house, towards the end of 2004. My youngest brother had a GC, and I decided (belatedly) to pop in the disc and give it a go......

    From the moment the opening credits appeared, the creepy music kicked in, and the screen began rotating some kind of 'cells under a microscope' visual in front of me.... I knew this was something special. A kid's game this definitely was not!

    Within 10 minutes of taking control of Samus Aran, I'd completely forgotten about it being just another FPS, because in design, concept, control, style.... Pretty much everything.... It's its own game.

    Graphically, for a game now 13+ years old, it still looks impressive. There's virtually no lag at any point in the game, the visuals are bright and colourful, the special effects that permeate various areas are joyous to experience.
    Sonically, the music is all perfectly written for each of the 'areas' you have to explore. Highlighting the openness of some places, and making you feel even more alone, confined and restricted in others.
    The basic Metroid gameplay remains intact, and it's clear to see and understand why a 3D Metroid title wasn't even attempted on the N64, the challenge to create such diverse environments etc would have been impossible with the memory restrictions of the cartridge format.

    The game isn't perfect though. For everything it has going for it, it does have two glaring problems.
    The first is the unevenness of the difficulty. Strolling about, collecting items, powering yourself up... All good, a veritable walk in the park. But the boss fights which split up the game's 'paragraphs' (in a narrative term), are definitely not for the casual gamer. I used to be a pretty hardcore gamer (I'm 40 now, and a little less so!), and I got frustrated by how you can merrily get around the available map without feeling any sense of threat (of dying), but died innumerate times on almost every single boss.
    I think 'modern' gamers would just walk away when they got killed for the tenth time!
    The other problem is the emphasis the game puts on 'scanning' things. OK, things you have to scan to progress through the game, or to access the various backstory bits and pieces.... Fine.
    But I didn't like that in order to get the 100% complete rating, EVERYTHING that added to Samus' logs/information needed scanning. Especially when some enemies in the game (including Bosses, obviously) are one shot deals... Miss the opportunity to scan, and your 'perfect' game is gone.

    Little niggles, maybe.... And back then I loved a challenging game. But as I said, it was the unevenness of the challenge that annoyed me!

    Overall.... If you haven't played the game, it's well worth tracking down (sooner, rather than later). Considering how expensive SNES's (and the 'better' games) have become in the last 10-15 years... It's only a matter of time before GC's and its better games become exorbitantly pricey.    … Expand
  11. iamevilhomer
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    Just now got to play this game for the first time. Been playing it for a week on and off. It's 2017. This game came out in early 2000. It's been like 15 years and I'm just now getting around to playing this game...

    And you know what? It beats the crap out of most games today. I'm such a stupid **** for missing out on this one. It really is freaking awesome. The work that went into the    Just now got to play this game for the first time. Been playing it for a week on and off. It's 2017. This game came out in early 2000. It's been like 15 years and I'm just now getting around to playing this game...

    And you know what? It beats the crap out of most games today. I'm such a stupid **** for missing out on this one. It really is freaking awesome. The work that went into the making of this game it amazing. I been out of the nintendo scene so I might be wrong here but even if I am I know I'm not too far off when I say this but... This is probably the best exclusive game on the game cube. Definitely one of the best games ever made I would say...

    I'm playing it on the wiiu with the nunchuck on the metroid prime collection version. It was hard to get used to at first, mostly because I never tried motion controls much but man oh man once I got used to it in about 4-6 hours it feels so awesome. I'm running and gunning and it feels so much more realistic than your standard shooter like halo or cod when using a non-motion controlled controller. If you thought you truly felt like the MC in the halo games then you haven't seen jack. In this game with the nunchuck you truly feel like samus. So many details went into this games amazing adventure. From the world feeling super life like to small things like seeing your facial reflection during flashy explosions. I'm addicted. Never thought a metroid game could be this great in a FP perspective but IT IS! Can't say I'm surprised... I knew this game would be good but it's DAMN GOOD! A great game that goes down in history as a game changer for the world of gaming. This is quality gaming at it's best. When nintendo hits hard they freaking nail it!

    Can't wait to play it's 2 sequels. I want to give this game a 10 so badly. No game is perfect though. Like not being able to skip the elevator cinematic scenes. Which only last like 10 seconds but still... It's not a big deal though considering they did a wonderful job with the visuals so you want to watch everything anyways.

    It's also silly how Samus loses her sweet gear in the beginning of the game by a simple explosion but hey... Details. Minor stuff. It doesn't take away from the over all amazing experience. I just got whooped by a giant space pirate monster and now I'm going back for more. If you missed this game you're simply missing out. GET THIS GAME!

    PS... I give this game a 9.8. I just don't do 10's though. Sorry. No game deserves a perfect score. Perfection doesn't exist. The game would have to be so good that I would never want to play another game ever again to earn a 10 rating from me and that simply wont ever happen for anyone. The game would have to rub my balls and give me a "get in to heaven for free guaranteed card" or some crazy thing like that for me to rate it a 10 lol. This game is up there though. Like halo CE. Perfect dark 64. And of course Ocarina of time.    … Expand
  12. B-Bog
    Jul 27, 2021
    9
    Great game overall, but the repeated backtracking can get pretty annoying in the late parts of the game. It's probably heresy to call for this in a Metroid game, but a fast-travel system would have come in really handy in these moments. It's just not that fun to traverse the same 30 rooms over and over and over again over the course of the game ( and deal with the quickly respawningGreat game overall, but the repeated backtracking can get pretty annoying in the late parts of the game. It's probably heresy to call for this in a Metroid game, but a fast-travel system would have come in really handy in these moments. It's just not that fun to traverse the same 30 rooms over and over and over again over the course of the game ( and deal with the quickly respawning enemies again every time), just to get around the map to the different regions.

    Speaking of enemies: The Lock-On system can be kind of finicky (I'm playing the Wii version), and the controls in general can be a little clunky and slow. Firing multiple Ice Beams in a row, charging up your Beams, firing a Super Missile, switching from missiles to Beams, everything takes just a little bit too long to do (and the Grapple Beam in general was pretty hit-or-miss for me). Which is fine for the most part because the game is pretty easy (really the navigation presents a bigger challenge than the enemies most of the time), but can be VERY annoying when fighting a certain type of late-game enemy.

    Oh yeah, and the fight against Meta-Ridley just goes on for WAY too long. My right pointer finger was already cramping up.

    But again, aside from these relatively minor criticisms, MP is an awesome and captivating game that still holds up surprisingly well in 2021. Graphics were stellar for the Gamecube, the framerate is at a consistent 60FPS, the music, atmosphere, and attention to detail are amazing, and the way the backstory gradually unfolds through logs is very intriguing. Also, let's not forget that this was the first 3D Metroid game EVER and appreciate what an outstanding job Retro Studios did at translating the DNA of a 2D side-scrolling platformer into a 3D First-Person game, all the while keeping the fundamentals of the series completely intact. Kudos!

    Bump the resolution on this bad-boy up to 1080p, upscale the textures, sharpen up the controls a little bit, and maybe introduce a late-game fast-travel feature, then put it on the Switch, and this game still wipes the floor with most modern releases, despite being almost 20 years old. Now that's a good game!    … Expand
  13. antenneone
    Oct 30, 2018
    9
    Toda la magia de super metroid ejecutada magistralmente en 3D. Un juego imprescindible. La segunda y tercera entrega me parecen mas flojas. Eso si, super metroid sigue siendo el mejor de la saga
  14. Crazy_Diamond
    Apr 21, 2020
    9
    After years of hearing about how classic this game is, I finally decided to check out the hype, and I was not let down. Great gameplay, puzzles, exploration, combat, all of it is great. And for the Gamecube, the graphics are a marvel. Anyone saying the controls are bad clearly doesn't understand why the c stick isn't used for aiming, and it's because it's used to switch guns. No, thisAfter years of hearing about how classic this game is, I finally decided to check out the hype, and I was not let down. Great gameplay, puzzles, exploration, combat, all of it is great. And for the Gamecube, the graphics are a marvel. Anyone saying the controls are bad clearly doesn't understand why the c stick isn't used for aiming, and it's because it's used to switch guns. No, this isn't Halo, and it's not an average FPS, it's an adventure game, and you need to make the most of every button on your controller.… Expand
  15. RSB
    Jun 13, 2020
    9
    Incredible and well thought out well design, beautiful graphics for its time, and perfectly composed soundtracks that set the mood correctly for the game. Worthy to hold the Metroid name as all Metroids before this were side steppers.

    This is a true masterpiece and a worthy candidate to one of the greatest games ever made with my only con being since the world gets unforgivingly large    Incredible and well thought out well design, beautiful graphics for its time, and perfectly composed soundtracks that set the mood correctly for the game. Worthy to hold the Metroid name as all Metroids before this were side steppers.

    This is a true masterpiece and a worthy candidate to one of the greatest games ever made with my only con being since the world gets unforgivingly large you will sometimes struggle to know where to go next and the victory lap collection at the end was completely unnecessary.

    9.5/10    … Expand
  16. MYP
    Jun 18, 2021
    9
    Metroid prime isn't perfect but it offers great music and atmosphere, brilliant level design, interesting enemies, Fascinating puzzles and an adventure that will stick with your for the rest of your life. It's flawed but i'll take it. For me Metroid prime was the killer app for the Nintendo gamecube.
  17. tukumalu
    Jun 13, 2020
    9
    Just how could they transition from a 2D game design to this masterpiece of a first person adventure with great suspense, perfect mechanics and breathtaking scenery. Backtracking is a pain though.
  18. DantasVGabriel
    Apr 25, 2021
    9
    Jogo muito bom mesmo, otima exploração e gameplay impecável a única coisa que me irritou é manuseio me irritou mesmo e a mira no controle, mas de resto é um jogo excelente, se n fosse o mapa e eu ainda achar os metroids 2d melhores, eu daria um 10 fácil.
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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.
  23. 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.
  24. emilyratesgames
    Jun 22, 2021
    9
    Score: 9
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  25. 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.
  26. Buboub47
    Apr 25, 2021
    9
    Well metroid prime suffers from lack of story and structure, it offers a perfect adventure, thr puzzles are so smart and the shooting feels so convenient as well.
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
  31. 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
  32. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
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  33. 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.
  34. 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
  35. SamAxe00
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    Love this game, really wish nintendo would do more in this series. Creative and fun gameplay.
  36. BonehoC.
    Nov 14, 2004
    8
    The only Gamecube game I ever really got into.
  37. DemonicAngel
    Nov 26, 2003
    8
    For once, a game that lives up to all the rave reviews. Metroid fans may be a little disappointed with the transition to 3D, as Samus is somewhat less versatile than in her traditional 2D outings. That said, this is an exceptional game. Controls are tricky at first, and there are times when I sincerely wished for a "180-degree-turn" button, but once you get used to them you'll wonder For once, a game that lives up to all the rave reviews. Metroid fans may be a little disappointed with the transition to 3D, as Samus is somewhat less versatile than in her traditional 2D outings. That said, this is an exceptional game. Controls are tricky at first, and there are times when I sincerely wished for a "180-degree-turn" button, but once you get used to them you'll wonder why you found them so hard. Sound and music is good and typically Metroid, and graphics are nothing short of stunning. Gameplay can be a bit frustrating sometimes, but is deep and pretty open-ended - there's a whole planet out there for you to explore, ingenious secrets to find, upgrades to collect and annoyingly tough bosses to dispatch, all of which makes up for a very satisfying package. If you have a Gamecube there's no reason why you shouldn't own this.… Expand
  38. LordA.
    Aug 12, 2003
    8
    Initial impressions- great graphics, great music and sound, pretty good but slightly bland gameplay and far too much scanning.
  39. MatthieuR.
    Dec 25, 2002
    8
    Metroid Prime is a good game that would have scored higher if Halo hadn't come out a year before. They even borrowed the "Flood" type creatures and the lasers! The story here is also pretty weak and again full of cliches. That said, my biggest gripe is the constant busy work that is required: scan, activate, switch to combat, repeat. The graphics are good overall, but some textures Metroid Prime is a good game that would have scored higher if Halo hadn't come out a year before. They even borrowed the "Flood" type creatures and the lasers! The story here is also pretty weak and again full of cliches. That said, my biggest gripe is the constant busy work that is required: scan, activate, switch to combat, repeat. The graphics are good overall, but some textures are better than others. I'm not a fanboy, so I couldn't care less which system "wins", but Halo, Splinter Cell have better graphics and more intuitive controls. That said, this is a solid effort.… Expand
  40. Ppuffy
    Nov 23, 2005
    8
    i finally got my hands on metroid prime .... im not a very good player is what i found out hehe but that doest hurt me ratin this game at all.... its nice, very creative, thougth i still dont understand it fully.... from what i played i can see why plyars liked it....its a good gamecube game for game cube onwers..it still amazes me with great games like this how game cube is not numeber i finally got my hands on metroid prime .... im not a very good player is what i found out hehe but that doest hurt me ratin this game at all.... its nice, very creative, thougth i still dont understand it fully.... from what i played i can see why plyars liked it....its a good gamecube game for game cube onwers..it still amazes me with great games like this how game cube is not numeber one or up in the top sellers of the world ...its worth rentin n evenin buyin if ur up for a challage...… Expand
  41. Theday
    Jun 1, 2011
    8
    Metroid Prime is not to be compared to games like Halo. While both feature armor clad heroes in space, the game play of both are completely different. MP is a single player First Person Adventure game. You investigate a distress call and soon find yourself alone on a hostile planet trying to unravel the mysterious of the planet while exploring every nook and cranny for secrets, and boy areMetroid Prime is not to be compared to games like Halo. While both feature armor clad heroes in space, the game play of both are completely different. MP is a single player First Person Adventure game. You investigate a distress call and soon find yourself alone on a hostile planet trying to unravel the mysterious of the planet while exploring every nook and cranny for secrets, and boy are there lots. There might be only half a dozen short cinematics, the rest is told through journal entries from Space Pirates (tuuubes!), Chozo artifacts and your computer scanner. You can nearly scan everything in the game finding out facts about nearly every speck of life on the planet while the beautiful effects and music add to the ambiance of the world. It is one of my favorite games for the GameCube and one of the best games of the decade. 10/10.… Expand
  42. chronoT
    Sep 5, 2012
    8
    I've played the original Metroid for SNES but Prime was the first I've owned. Let's just say Nintendo did an excellent job with this remake, it feels exactly how a Metroid should feel. The graphics and gameplay are the best GameCube has to offer, and the world this game creates is pretty intimidating. Like it should be this game is very challenging and some of the puzzles will take someI've played the original Metroid for SNES but Prime was the first I've owned. Let's just say Nintendo did an excellent job with this remake, it feels exactly how a Metroid should feel. The graphics and gameplay are the best GameCube has to offer, and the world this game creates is pretty intimidating. Like it should be this game is very challenging and some of the puzzles will take some time and patience. This is one of the only games that can literally "freak you out." Some of the enemies are really tough but a few are REALLY annoying, including metroid. When I got to the point in the game where you have to fight metroid, my satisfaction with this game took a hit. I can't stress enough how annoying these guys are, but after a while you get used to fighting them. Overall Metroid Prime is a great game and one of the best the GC has to offer, just be ready to get occasionally flustered.… Expand
  43. JohnWitten
    Aug 12, 2013
    8
    Seeing Metroid in three dimensions for the first time was one of the coolest and most memorable experiences I've had on the GameCube to date, and ranks up there with my best experiences with a GC game as well. The game has an assortment of awesome weapons, puzzles, worlds, and enemies, and can be downright devilish to play at times as well- in a good way. The challenge level andSeeing Metroid in three dimensions for the first time was one of the coolest and most memorable experiences I've had on the GameCube to date, and ranks up there with my best experiences with a GC game as well. The game has an assortment of awesome weapons, puzzles, worlds, and enemies, and can be downright devilish to play at times as well- in a good way. The challenge level and difficulty takes some getting used to at times, but the game is phenomenal from start to blinding finish.… Expand
  44. CPD98
    Jul 21, 2014
    8
    El juego tiene algo que atrapa desde un principio. Quizás sea el escenario, quizás la música... no lo sé. En todo caso, Metroid Prime es un shooter notable, algo lejos de ser perfecto en mi opinión (tenia diversas cosas negativas como la repetición de enemigos en algunas zonas) pero un buen juego en mi opinión. Era un gusto explorar las zonas con las habilidades de Samus en primeraEl juego tiene algo que atrapa desde un principio. Quizás sea el escenario, quizás la música... no lo sé. En todo caso, Metroid Prime es un shooter notable, algo lejos de ser perfecto en mi opinión (tenia diversas cosas negativas como la repetición de enemigos en algunas zonas) pero un buen juego en mi opinión. Era un gusto explorar las zonas con las habilidades de Samus en primera persona. Gráficamente es realmente bueno para ser de 2002.… Expand
  45. Sonic45X
    Nov 29, 2014
    8
    I'm not a big fan of first person shooters but this one is an exception. While it isn't the best Gamecube game I've ever played, It's definately my favorite Metroid game. It's very non linear, It has great music, the graphics for Gamecube standards are impressive and It has a lot of replayablility. I definitely recommend this game if you own a Gamecube (or a Nintendo Wii) and if your aI'm not a big fan of first person shooters but this one is an exception. While it isn't the best Gamecube game I've ever played, It's definately my favorite Metroid game. It's very non linear, It has great music, the graphics for Gamecube standards are impressive and It has a lot of replayablility. I definitely recommend this game if you own a Gamecube (or a Nintendo Wii) and if your a huge Metroid fan. :)… Expand
  46. MrCommonSense
    Jan 11, 2015
    8
    The graphics are frankly AMAZING for a 2002 title and the controls and gameplay are pretty smooth and easy to learn as well. The world and it's enemies are unique and well designed and the first person HUD gameplay fits perfectly. This game is fun and well worth buying. Lots of exploring, Secrets to find and puzzles to solve.
  47. JRRR
    Sep 18, 2017
    8
    Great game. I played the Wii version. The controls, although not perfect, are excellent and gives an accuracy not present in most FPS games. It is classic Metroid in 3D, but it also has it's flaws, Samus runs to slow and going from a section of the world to another just to go to the one you want gets old pretty fast. Also since it's an fps it comes with those same problems, it's hard toGreat game. I played the Wii version. The controls, although not perfect, are excellent and gives an accuracy not present in most FPS games. It is classic Metroid in 3D, but it also has it's flaws, Samus runs to slow and going from a section of the world to another just to go to the one you want gets old pretty fast. Also since it's an fps it comes with those same problems, it's hard to tell sometimes where you are and where/why are you stuck. The lock on, although incredibly helpful, is not perfect in it's execution.
    The game didn't wow me and I don't agree it's one of the best Metroid games, let alone the best, but it's still a great game.    … Expand
  48. Shadow1
    May 15, 2016
    8
    One of the best game on Gamecube and best Metroid Game . One of the best graphics on Gamecube and this shooter is very good . Good storyline and amazing gameplay . Player must play for Samus Aran . Samus Aran - Beatiful and strong girl . This game is good . 8/10 .
  49. monnomest
    Nov 24, 2016
    8
    Simply put, the best FPS of all time: the isolation was great as are the areas (especially Phendrana's Drifts), the bosses were fun, the puzzle were smart. The only issues I have are the scanning and the backtracking
  50. Sausage22
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    After 15 years since release graphics, music are stunning like they were, and great atmosphere and feel of loneliness are still there to amaze you. But game had some irritaiting stuff in it, like enemies that respawn over and over, when you are going form room to room and back and again, because game can be really confusing too. Also the post game quest is really nothing I needed in my life.
  51. fortknox67
    Apr 17, 2018
    8
    The first time I ever played Metroid: Prime was on the original Gamecube release just before uploading this review, and this game is genuinely fun to play, even today. Of course, as to be expected from any older piece of entertainment it is not without it's problems. This is a very solid single player, first person shooter with impressive atmosphere (especially for the time) andThe first time I ever played Metroid: Prime was on the original Gamecube release just before uploading this review, and this game is genuinely fun to play, even today. Of course, as to be expected from any older piece of entertainment it is not without it's problems. This is a very solid single player, first person shooter with impressive atmosphere (especially for the time) and well-varied locales. However, the controls (amongst a few, more nit-picky things) are certainly in need of an update. When I first started the game after only having played a few of the 2D Metroid games I kind of enjoyed the tank controls, because it gave me a very similar feel to how Samus controlled in those 2D games (like how you had to stop moving to be able to aim in the 3D space in front of you), but as I continued I quickly realized that this control scheme does not work well for the type of game that Metroid: Prime is. It was incredibly annoying to have to stop in place to be able to look up to lock on to one of the massive bosses mid-battle or look down at the ground you are standing on so you can actually DO the first person platforming the game asks of you. The combat also suffers a bit from not having a way to easily aim in a 3D space while moving, which means you are essentially required to use the lock on feature if you want to be able to move while shooting your foe. Of course Retro did a fantastic job of still making the bosses fun and interesting despite giving themselves this constraint, so the combat is still rather enjoyable during boss fights, with the smaller enemies feeling like more of obstacles to be avoided. I have heard that the Wii remake addressed the problem with the controls by giving it motion controls that are, for the most part, better, but I would love to see a remake of this game with dual stick controls more than anything. Despite that one major problem, this game is still incredibly fun to play, and the place where it shines the most is in its atmosphere. The music and sound design in this game, compared with the unique and almost foreign visuals leave you feeling like you are actually all alone on a hostile alien planet. This game with it's 2002 graphics made me feel an intensity most games of TODAY can't make me feel, and certainly deserves a look. All in all I can see why this game is beloved by many, especially considering when it was released, but there are certainly improvements to be made. I hope that the next two in the trilogy address some of the issues the first had, and I cannot wait for Metroid: Prime 4.… Expand
  52. Otisnemes
    Jul 8, 2018
    8
    A great game that can get on your nerves because of the awful, awful control and plataforming
  53. Skywardse
    Oct 30, 2018
    8
    Positives:
    + Visuals are great, especially for a GameCube game.
    + Reading about the world, the creatures and everything else through logs and scans is really interesting and lets people that don't care about story to easily skip the whole thing. + Soundtrack is fantastic and really adds to the already amazing atmosphere. + Boss fights are well made and fun. + Combat is solid and fun    Positives:
    + Visuals are great, especially for a GameCube game.
    + Reading about the world, the creatures and everything else through logs and scans is really interesting and lets people that don't care about story to easily skip the whole thing.
    + Soundtrack is fantastic and really adds to the already amazing atmosphere.
    + Boss fights are well made and fun.
    + Combat is solid and fun with the exception of the lock on-system.
    + Lots of interesting upgrades add a really nice feeling of progression.
    + Overall very polished game that runs in smooth 60 FPS.

    Negatives:
    - Controls are clunky. You can't manually aim while moving plus the lock-on system often times targets the wrong enemy. This makes even simply looking up a very slow and frustrating experience.
    - Saving is only possible at certain points which are few and far between in some areas.
    - Half of the game is just backtracking. I'd personally rather play a shorter game than go through the same generic halls and rooms 10 times because I constantly have to return for something on the other side of the map.

    Overall it's a great game and I'd definitely recommend it. But I don't see as some amazing masterpiece a lot of people claim it is.    … Expand
  54. Fransu_YT
    Mar 10, 2020
    8
    One of the most enjoyable and unique gaming experiences to date. Metroid Prime's amazing atmosphere is built up with so many different elements that just absolutely nail the feeling of being a lone bounty hunter on a wasteland of a planet. I know, I know, I'm beating a dead horse by saying it really *feels* like you're playing Samus, but there's no other way to properly say it. TheOne of the most enjoyable and unique gaming experiences to date. Metroid Prime's amazing atmosphere is built up with so many different elements that just absolutely nail the feeling of being a lone bounty hunter on a wasteland of a planet. I know, I know, I'm beating a dead horse by saying it really *feels* like you're playing Samus, but there's no other way to properly say it. The magnificent environments, the visor effects when you're near vapor, water or electricity, the great world building that the Scan Visor offers, one of the best video game soundtracks of our generation and so much more make this game feel absolutely timeless to play (especially on the Trilogy version!).
    The minus points come from some of the tedious backtracking and from recycling some of the ideas from Super Metroid (but making them better in my opinion, though).    … Expand
  55. yangfanhong
    Aug 22, 2023
    8
    Metroid Prime is great enough for someone who don’t love metrovania games like me to enjoy.
  56. 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.
  57. 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
  58. 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
  59. 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.
  60. LaurenceH.
    Jul 26, 2004
    7
    Good game, a little too hard and slow.
  61. Kyle
    Apr 10, 2005
    7
    Great game but became repetitive after a while.
  62. MattR.
    Nov 19, 2002
    7
    To Gary M. and other fanboys who can't stand different opinions: grow up (and if you actually played the XBox instead of dissing it, you'd see why Metroid's graphics are not the best). This is a pretty good game, but still doesn't compare to any FPS on the PC. The control scheme is contrived, and the graphics are good to very good. Again, a solid effort, but by no To Gary M. and other fanboys who can't stand different opinions: grow up (and if you actually played the XBox instead of dissing it, you'd see why Metroid's graphics are not the best). This is a pretty good game, but still doesn't compare to any FPS on the PC. The control scheme is contrived, and the graphics are good to very good. Again, a solid effort, but by no means does it live up to my expectations.… Expand
  63. JeffM.
    Jan 14, 2003
    7
    Very overated for a wanna-be 1st person game. Oh wait...the fact that you see yourself in 3rd person for less than a 1/4 of the game makes it something better. The controls are crud. I would only praise this game if it was my only system, because compared to the games on other systems it falls VERY SHORT! NIce job Nintendo, another lackluster title over hyped as usual.
  64. ANintendofan
    Mar 16, 2003
    7
    I just don't understand what the big deal is. This game's story is basically nonexistant, the main (and only) character has no depth, and there are no cutscenes where there is actual communication. Think of Myst, but think of it with much more backtracking, and an annoyingly huge world. I just don't see what the big deal about this game is. Only Metroid Prime fans will I just don't understand what the big deal is. This game's story is basically nonexistant, the main (and only) character has no depth, and there are no cutscenes where there is actual communication. Think of Myst, but think of it with much more backtracking, and an annoyingly huge world. I just don't see what the big deal about this game is. Only Metroid Prime fans will think this game is great, and there are a lot of them, so their reviews may be misleading, but IF YOU ARE NOT A METROID FAN, don't make the mistake I made. Rent it first. Overall, good, but really lacked a good story, lacked any cutscenes (except close-ups of bosses, or doors opening) and basically lacked anything besides rapidly pushing the A button. At times, the gameplay is truely addicting. At other times, it's so dull it borders on torture.… Expand
  65. HarryQ.
    Nov 17, 2002
    7
    Not really an average first-person-shooter, but not much more. Try Outcast for PC.
  66. DancingLavoisier
    Dec 28, 2002
    7
    As a guy who started with "Metroid" and "Metroid II" on the NES, (Metroid was the third game I ever bought, after Mario and the original Zelda), then played the Gameboy version (yeah folks, back when it was a huge grey box), and LOVED the SNES incarnation, I think I'm fit to review this game. And it was good. But not great. The transfer to 1st person was not perfect. It LOOKS great As a guy who started with "Metroid" and "Metroid II" on the NES, (Metroid was the third game I ever bought, after Mario and the original Zelda), then played the Gameboy version (yeah folks, back when it was a huge grey box), and LOVED the SNES incarnation, I think I'm fit to review this game. And it was good. But not great. The transfer to 1st person was not perfect. It LOOKS great because of the attention to detail (rain on the mask, your facial reflection when light hits just right) but it just didn't feel right. To me, a first person viewpoint needs true freelook capability (ala Half-Life) and the controls on the gamecube just weren't up to the task of providing that. I don't know how it could have been done better given the limits of the gamepad, but that's how it is. If this game were released on my computer, I'd give it an instant 10; there could have been a few more improvements though. More weapons would have been nice; the earlier games had you finding stuff ALL the time. The backtracking also got to be a bit too much towards the end; something could have been done. Transports might have worked, though it'd be equally nice to ensure there is a new item to get or a shift in landscape (the rooms change somehow) each time through. The enemies are pretty well balanced, the bosses were well-matched. All in all, I suggest the game for anyone who enjoys shooting or puzzle games, and certainly for fans of the genre.… Expand
  67. ScottP.
    Nov 19, 2002
    7
    For a game that's supposed to be great, it's not. I've looked forward to thing game for over a year now, and it was a let-down. It's got unimpressive graphics and stupid controls. Just not what it should have been..
  68. LScottM.
    Nov 22, 2002
    7
    This is a nice game, but in its foolhardy effort to avoid being labeled an "FPS" (as if it were a bad thing) Nintendo has on its hands a game with the quirkiest and most inefficient controls. Instead of opting for a set of 1994-era FPS controls with a lock-on button, Nintendo should have gone with the TimeSplitters/RedFaction/Halo route. Apparently Nintendo didn't trust MP's This is a nice game, but in its foolhardy effort to avoid being labeled an "FPS" (as if it were a bad thing) Nintendo has on its hands a game with the quirkiest and most inefficient controls. Instead of opting for a set of 1994-era FPS controls with a lock-on button, Nintendo should have gone with the TimeSplitters/RedFaction/Halo route. Apparently Nintendo didn't trust MP's gameplay to convey the focus on exploration over battling. Instead, we get to learn weird controls. I have no problems learning unusual controls, such as Gun Valkyrie's, but they better be intuitive and efficient in the long-run, again, such as Gun Valkyrie's. MP's controls aren't. They are a mess and really distract from the game experience. But what tops it off was that it all is so useless and could have been avoided if Nintendo wasn't trying so hard to avoid the FPS stigma of mindless shooting. And that's the only thing I find bad about the game, which is why I only ranted about that one subject. Metroid Prime is a first-person shooter focused on finding your way through areas by, literally, overcoming the areas instead of slaughtering enemies, but messy controls, enacted for such a stupid reason, ruin part of the fun. Shame on you, Nintendo. … Expand
  69. Ramiro1992
    Sep 30, 2014
    7
    This game is a dissapointment, i love the old Metroid games, but this one is far from perfect, who the hell came up with a silly idea to change the genre of the game, from 2d platform to fps. What a shame. The controls are pretty bad, you never see what's surrounding you, the map design is awful, samus moves very slow and the jump mehanism sucks, it's not a dinamic game like metroid fusionThis game is a dissapointment, i love the old Metroid games, but this one is far from perfect, who the hell came up with a silly idea to change the genre of the game, from 2d platform to fps. What a shame. The controls are pretty bad, you never see what's surrounding you, the map design is awful, samus moves very slow and the jump mehanism sucks, it's not a dinamic game like metroid fusion or super metroid, in this one, samus is very weak and moves like an old woman, my score is 6.5/10 but i give it the 7 because i am a nice person, the bosses are very uninspired, but the worst thing of this game is the auto aim, it **** SUCKS, you can't change objectives while aiming, but a shiity gameplay this game has. I rather play a thousand time the previous metroid games, this one means the begining of the end for the series.… Expand
  70. SpawnGamerXD
    Oct 16, 2022
    7
    O jogo é muito bom no começo, mas com o passar do tempo começa a encher o saco. O combate enche o saco, o back tracking enche o saco. As últimas horas do jogo são chatas ao ponto de me fazerem pesquisar na internet, porque eu só queria acabar mais rápido mesmo. Talvez eu não seja o maior fã de metroidvanias, mas o fato é que boa parte do jogo eu simplesmente não estava me divertindo.
  71. MC
    Jun 24, 2006
    6
    I can see how people can really fall in love with this game - amazing graphics, a captivating atmosphere, one of the all-time best Nintendo characters and thoroughly challenging levels. The bottom line though, is this - you'll only fall in love with this game if you are willing to put some SERIOUS time into it. This game is not for everyone - especially those who were introduced to I can see how people can really fall in love with this game - amazing graphics, a captivating atmosphere, one of the all-time best Nintendo characters and thoroughly challenging levels. The bottom line though, is this - you'll only fall in love with this game if you are willing to put some SERIOUS time into it. This game is not for everyone - especially those who were introduced to first-person shooters with Halo. It's not an out-of-the-box slam dunk...the gameplay is cumbersome, mastering the controls can be frustrating and learning the ins-and-outs of the game takes time. Hardcore gamers will love it, but for those of you who want to play video games for the sake of them being escapest entertainment, look elsewhere.… Expand
  72. ArkonBlade
    Mar 24, 2011
    6
    ive never played a metroid game until this one . the first thing that turned me off about it was the auto lock shooting no FPS game should have that when you have duel analog controls... EVER! it just takes alot of the skill away . the games diffuculty comes from its puzzle solving which was done ok i guess and its not that i dont like doing that kinda thing i just didnt really expect itive never played a metroid game until this one . the first thing that turned me off about it was the auto lock shooting no FPS game should have that when you have duel analog controls... EVER! it just takes alot of the skill away . the games diffuculty comes from its puzzle solving which was done ok i guess and its not that i dont like doing that kinda thing i just didnt really expect it and that it was more of the focus in this game . i would say if thats what you are looking for you will enjoy this game . it does look very nice and has great level desighns but it just wasnt for me. maybe if they add duel analog shooting in future installments i will get into it abit more.… Expand
  73. wesker2012
    May 28, 2012
    6
    Great atmosphere but not my cup of tea.
  74. GamerNick
    Dec 16, 2013
    6
    I'm totally neutral towards this game. It has a nice story line and good gameplay. I just can't stand the constant backtracking. Some may not be bothered by it, but I personally hated it. I recommend trying it out, but will not guarantee satisfaction.
  75. yitus
    Sep 18, 2018
    6
    It's not a bad game, although personally I've never really liked the Metroid.
  76. LaramieM.
    Jul 3, 2005
    5
    The lock-on targeting is broken, the controls are needlessly frustrating, the puzzles (which have little place in a Metroid title to begin with) are simple, and difficulty is grounded in the player not so much fighting the enemy as fighting the unintuitive controls and broken lock-on. It could've been great, but the addition of such arbitrary "puzzle" and "strategy" elements like The lock-on targeting is broken, the controls are needlessly frustrating, the puzzles (which have little place in a Metroid title to begin with) are simple, and difficulty is grounded in the player not so much fighting the enemy as fighting the unintuitive controls and broken lock-on. It could've been great, but the addition of such arbitrary "puzzle" and "strategy" elements like enemies with specific immunities and doors with beam type bias is the main factor in Prime falling apart and achieving in being only a slightly above-average game. Miyamoto needs to leave Gunpei's (RIP) baby alone. Sometimes we don't want or need arbitrary "fresh" gameplay mechanics. We just want to have a good time, and if it's with the same old stuff and style, then so be it.… Expand
  77. CodyS.
    Jul 26, 2003
    5
    Okay, Im going to be fair to the wonderful saga of metroid, but this game lacked 100% fun, but kicking entertainment. I will admitt, the graphics are some of the best I,ve seen on the Game Cube, from the frost on your visor to the beads of water dripping down. As a first person shooter, it is mediocre, as a metroid game, it is mediocre, it is a mediocre game all around. The scan feature Okay, Im going to be fair to the wonderful saga of metroid, but this game lacked 100% fun, but kicking entertainment. I will admitt, the graphics are some of the best I,ve seen on the Game Cube, from the frost on your visor to the beads of water dripping down. As a first person shooter, it is mediocre, as a metroid game, it is mediocre, it is a mediocre game all around. The scan feature gets old after a while, but the different visor's are alot of fun, but I would sidetrack this game and go for splinter cell, all the way!… Expand
  78. EdH.
    Dec 27, 2005
    5
    You Nintendo fanboys, quit giving this game a 10. The graphics are great and rolling around as a ball is fun, but that's about the only thing good. The gameplay is the worst. They should have used the c-stick as a joystick, instead, you can't even aim your weapon unless you are standing still, and holding the trigger. You can't save when you want to, you are forced to You Nintendo fanboys, quit giving this game a 10. The graphics are great and rolling around as a ball is fun, but that's about the only thing good. The gameplay is the worst. They should have used the c-stick as a joystick, instead, you can't even aim your weapon unless you are standing still, and holding the trigger. You can't save when you want to, you are forced to continue to play untill you find a save point. Not many enemies, mostly just bugs. With the lack of dialouge and stroy, it feels very boring. The only story in the game has already happened and you just read about it through pages and pages of logs that you scan. This game is just junk in a pretty package.… Expand
  79. BillD.
    Mar 28, 2006
    5
    This game is among the ten games that Metacritic shows to have over a 96. Definately overrated. It's just not very fun... gets boring quick. Not much else I can say really.
  80. BlogDog123
    May 26, 2011
    5
    I never got past the first part because it was too dang difficult! Listen to this, it is ridiculous: Samus, an armor-wearing, alien-bashing, base-destructing, tough-as-nails bounty hunter loses ALL her powers from HITTING A WALL. What the hell?
  81. TODD17
    Sep 23, 2022
    5
    Backtracking is very very very very very very very very bad. Music and graphics are top notch though.
  82. RyanS.
    May 27, 2006
    4
    I really really did not like this game. I found the gameplay really frustrating at times. The only reason this game dosn't get a 1 is because the graphics are truly amazing!
  83. Mgcarter91
    Feb 27, 2023
    4
    The beginning of the game was good and gave me classic Metroid feels. As it progressed I didn’t find it fun and challenging so much as annoying and tedious. I regret buying this
  84. DanielM.
    Nov 2, 2004
    3
    One word... crap. Good boss battles, that's it, too repetitive.
  85. MathiasF.
    Jul 25, 2004
    2
    There is no freedom.
  86. JoshC.
    Dec 16, 2002
    2
    I don't see what all the fuss is about. Crappy controls, less than par graphics, no multiplayer, and a boring story. Anyone who says it wasn't 'made for multiplayer' is just making up an excuse as to why it doesn't have it.
  87. duckypwns
    Oct 5, 2012
    2
    I didn't like the scanning in Prime, even though you didn't have to do it, I don't like the idea that in order to get 100% you have to scan every stupid thing in the game. The enemy AI was extremely **** They missed like crazy, and generally as long as you continued moving they won't hit you. And if they DO manage to hit you, oh well, they still have to hit you about 400 more times to killI didn't like the scanning in Prime, even though you didn't have to do it, I don't like the idea that in order to get 100% you have to scan every stupid thing in the game. The enemy AI was extremely **** They missed like crazy, and generally as long as you continued moving they won't hit you. And if they DO manage to hit you, oh well, they still have to hit you about 400 more times to kill you. The game was just way too easy. The controls were absurd compared to other FPS games of the time. The exploration wasn't real. They would set up a few little platforms and maybe a grappling point, and all you need to do is traverse the room. Terms like "exploration" and "puzzles" imply that you need to look around and figure out what to do for yourself. Instantly seeing what you need to do and simply carrying it out is not exploration. The game made me feel like a rat in a maze, rather than a person exploring an unknown land. I also hated the way they started you out with all this great equipment and then they take it away from you. It gives the player nothing to look forward to. You've already experienced items like the charge beam and morph ball, so obtaining them once again isn't really satisfying. It feels more like a job.… Expand
  88. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    2
    Terrible. Unplayable. It was so hard to see anything, to move around your character or to look around.
  89. Mog
    Mar 25, 2004
    1
    What a bloody let down frustrating hard stupid boring does not hold your attention for even 5 minutes. LEAVE THIS!!! NOT AT ALL THE CLASSIC ITS MADE OUT TO BE!!!!
  90. FyunE.
    Nov 14, 2002
    1
    Too hyped for an average FPS.
  91. NicholasB.
    Dec 4, 2002
    0
    No I cannot say good-bye Halo you stupid moron, where is the multiplayer Biznotch. Wheres the game of the year award. The game is incredible but nothing compared to the classics like Grand Theft Auto 3, Vice City, or Halo. But really the only problem with this game is that the controls are wierd, but since the Gamecube controller is not designed for FPS I congratulate nintedo on the No I cannot say good-bye Halo you stupid moron, where is the multiplayer Biznotch. Wheres the game of the year award. The game is incredible but nothing compared to the classics like Grand Theft Auto 3, Vice City, or Halo. But really the only problem with this game is that the controls are wierd, but since the Gamecube controller is not designed for FPS I congratulate nintedo on the effort. Great Game, the zero is just to get the attention of the itiot who said it was better than Halo. … Expand
  92. GregK.
    Sep 28, 2004
    0
    Whats all the hype about?
  93. truthbetold1981
    Jun 22, 2020
    0
    i didnt like it at all..I cant understand the hype for this game really...can someone please explain it to me cause i nearly fell asllep with this boring game...
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#1 Best 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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