Metroid Dread

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  1. Ferrarius
    Sep 11, 2023
    9
    Expertly designed metroidvania with fluid, fast-paced gameplay. The story is great. The only disappointment is the music.
  2. Daxner
    Sep 11, 2023
    8
    Uff me encantó, dure pegado a la pantalla de principio a fin, jefes con una dificultad elevada y muy buen progreso, sientes que Samus se vuelve más fuerte con el pasar de las horas recolectando habilidades, lo malo que me pareció que los E.M.M.I que eran una amenaza constante al principio del juego quedaron en segundo plano ya al final de juego por no decir que completamente olvidados, suUff me encantó, dure pegado a la pantalla de principio a fin, jefes con una dificultad elevada y muy buen progreso, sientes que Samus se vuelve más fuerte con el pasar de las horas recolectando habilidades, lo malo que me pareció que los E.M.M.I que eran una amenaza constante al principio del juego quedaron en segundo plano ya al final de juego por no decir que completamente olvidados, su jefe final es un reto bastante gratificante y su modo historia fue de lo mejorcito … Expand
  3. Lukart59
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    The best Metroidvania I have ever played, with fun platformimg, creative upgrades, and challenging and well designed boss fights.
  4. kimre69
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    This is The BEST Metroid game in franchise history. Totally must have.

    BESTs:
    1. Level design
    2. Graphics and framerate.
    3. Story and lore.
    4. Emmi's
    5. Difficulty
    6. The last Boss.

    Really that's in a short but in my opinion this could be a better game than Zelda BOTW.
  5. drdavidow
    Aug 19, 2023
    9
    I initially had a tough time getting into this game. This was only my second 2d metroid ive played (super metroid being the first).That said, after I finally got into it, I literally replayed this game multiple times. I've beaten it on normal, hard, and dread mode. Super tight and responsive controls, great visuals, and a frenetic gameplay pace is what defines this game. It is true thatI initially had a tough time getting into this game. This was only my second 2d metroid ive played (super metroid being the first).That said, after I finally got into it, I literally replayed this game multiple times. I've beaten it on normal, hard, and dread mode. Super tight and responsive controls, great visuals, and a frenetic gameplay pace is what defines this game. It is true that the game can be beaten in under 4 hours (in fact, the developers expect you to do so) but that is actually a good thing. With the multitude of open world grind fests and fetch quests, the fast paced game play is refreshing and makes the game highly repayable. Music isnt great - for example, the music in metroid prime is iconic; in dread, its a bit understated and forgettable. EMMI sections can be both tense (at first) and tedious, but they are short and forgiving checkpoints make them palatable. Boss rush mode just makes the game better. A genuinely enjoyable experience and worth multiple playthroughs… Expand
  6. Venomized101
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Nintendo out did themselves in a fantastic way with the animation and mechanics. It is linear but not too much that it is like “oh you got to go here now”.
  7. Combatking42
    Aug 5, 2023
    8
    Great graphics and gameplay!! But I get lost a lot of times which is a shame but I am happy Nintendo got an award for this game aka Best Action Adventure game of 2021!! Well Deserved!!
  8. BharborButcher0
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Muito bom, um titulo a altura do super metroid do snes. Só que melhor ainda. jogabilidade muito boa, upgrades de personagens muito bacana, enfim, vale muito a pena.
  9. Lirde9244
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    A brilliant 2D Metroid ! The best i've ever played. It's very fun and challenging.

    Looking forward to Prime 4 !

    Thank you Nintendo
  10. Skice
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    Excellent game. The best 2d metroid ever. I already completed a thousand times.
  11. grillonbleu
    Jul 22, 2023
    8
    A dense, tough as nails game. I was surprised as this is the sort of difficulty I’ve come to expect from indie studios, rather than the established ones. It is rather short and linear as recent Metroidvania goes, which is fine considering how intense the game is.
  12. Abelardo14
    Jul 13, 2023
    9
    Larga vida a la Reyna.

    Seguramente esta en el top de los metroidvanias de la decada, codo a codo con Hollownight, Ori, Blasphemous, etc. Casi todo perfecto, movimientos, powerups, sonido, apartado grafico y artístico, una historia que da fin e inicio a lo que se le ocurra a Nintendo. La única pega de este juego es que ES ALGO LINEAL, claro si eres un completista darás mil y un vueltas    Larga vida a la Reyna.

    Seguramente esta en el top de los metroidvanias de la decada, codo a codo con Hollownight, Ori, Blasphemous, etc. Casi todo perfecto, movimientos, powerups, sonido, apartado grafico y artístico, una historia que da fin e inicio a lo que se le ocurra a Nintendo. La única pega de este juego es que ES ALGO LINEAL, claro si eres un completista darás mil y un vueltas al mapa (que lo recomiendo en este tipo de juegos).
    Quiero hacer hincapié en la mecánica de combate y movimiento del juego, son excelentes y ni que decir de los EMI, los Bosses y mini Bosses, excelsos.

    Por ultimo me encanta lo madura que se le nota a samus, es increíble como hacen notar que tiene una amplia experiencia en el combate... uff brutal.

    Es un "TIENES QUE TENER" de la Switch, fácil esta en el Top 20 de esta increíble consola.    … Expand
  13. Babajaga88
    Jul 5, 2023
    8
    A very good game with wonderful level and map design but an anacrohonistc reward system.
  14. VickenGamer
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    Demasiado bueno! Animaciones increíbles, un mundo elaborado de una manera magistral una obra de arte que rinde culto a una de las mejores sagas de videojuegos de la historia como lo es Metroid
  15. torjo
    Jun 22, 2023
    10
    Great game from a great Studio.
    I loved "old" style metroids and this one allows me to remember old days while living a new and modern experience.
  16. FearlessPheonix
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    I want to start out this review with a bit of a warning; this game is hard. That said, I never felt frustrated during my playthrough of this game. The difficulty is fair and fun, and that is coming from someone who doesn't usually enjoy playing difficult games. When you die on a boss for the third time in a row, it doesn't feel demotivating, it encourages you to try again. Speaking ofI want to start out this review with a bit of a warning; this game is hard. That said, I never felt frustrated during my playthrough of this game. The difficulty is fair and fun, and that is coming from someone who doesn't usually enjoy playing difficult games. When you die on a boss for the third time in a row, it doesn't feel demotivating, it encourages you to try again. Speaking of difficulty, the main premise of this game is the E.M.M.I. Zones. In these sections, you are stalked by rogue robots that want nothing more than to kill you and extract your DNA. You pass through these zones quite often, and every time it fills you with a sense of dread (in a good way), hence the name Metroid Dread. From the way they move to the ominous beeps they make, they are easily the scariest part of the game. Did I mention they can hear you? Nowhere is safe when you are in an E.M.M.I. Zone. Although these areas are a central part of the game, you won't spend all of your time there, as a majority of the game takes place outside these zones, with them acting as a hazard you must travel through to reach certain areas. Moving on to the rest of the game, for the first half of the game, everything is shrouded in mystery. As you traverse the vast, underground facility, you uncover many strange things, some of which are never explained. It isn't until later in the game when the story really begins. Even then, the game starts out by giving you bits and pieces of the story, leaving it up you to figure out what is going on. The controls are great, although they take a little bit of getting used to. Samus unlocks tons of unique abilities throughout the game, but it doesn't feel like a fetch quest like it does in some other Metroid games. I would recommend using a guide as little as possible, as a large part of the fun in this game is exploring and finding things on your own. All in all, I would say this is the best Metroid game that I have played (Although the only ones I have played are Prime, Fusion, and Super). If you have never played a Metroid game before, this is a great one to start with, and if you are already a fan of Metroid, then you will surely love this game. I hope this review was helpful to at least one person.… Expand
  17. CTAN
    May 31, 2023
    10
    After playing Metroid Prime Remastered, I bought this game Metroid Dread to try, oh gosh, such this is such a a great game. Certainly this is a perfect metroidvania game to me, it's fun to lost in map and sloely power up Samus by defeating enemies. The part to encounter with EMMI is definitely something new to me. TBH, boss fights are challenging, but definitely worth my time to figure outAfter playing Metroid Prime Remastered, I bought this game Metroid Dread to try, oh gosh, such this is such a a great game. Certainly this is a perfect metroidvania game to me, it's fun to lost in map and sloely power up Samus by defeating enemies. The part to encounter with EMMI is definitely something new to me. TBH, boss fights are challenging, but definitely worth my time to figure out the way to fight them.… Expand
  18. GreenMenace
    May 22, 2023
    8
    One of the main reasons why I bought the switch was the promise of Metroid Prime 4. That hasn’t happened. I decided to give 2d Metroid a shot, and while I can comfortably say I prefer a Prime game, I had a blast with Metroid Dread.

    Pros Tight controls Great theme Satisfying playstyle Cons Camouflaged blocks inhibit early progress in story A hidden move mechanic I got stuck a    One of the main reasons why I bought the switch was the promise of Metroid Prime 4. That hasn’t happened. I decided to give 2d Metroid a shot, and while I can comfortably say I prefer a Prime game, I had a blast with Metroid Dread.

    Pros
    Tight controls
    Great theme
    Satisfying playstyle

    Cons
    Camouflaged blocks inhibit early progress in story
    A hidden move mechanic

    I got stuck a couple times in the early game because it felt like a Mario boo house. When you’re stuck, shoot at the wall! The game says. Didn’t like that. It’s formulaic enough though to where you can learn what to expect, but still...Also, the developers put a lot of enhancements (though not required to beat the game) behind a complicated move mechanic that isn’t even mentioned in the game. And, to add insult to injury, they put that mechanic on the most breakable part of the joy-con. It was stressful to use the technique, fail, and try again a dozen times because I was worried I was harming the controller.

    While the music doesn’t detract from the theme, it doesn’t carry much weight. Thankfully, the rainbow robots (why all the colors though?) pulled through. The E.M.M.I. put the dread in Dread. It was fun and satisfying to sneak around them until you could finally take them out. This is a very well made game because once you get some momentum, the game is really fun.

    The items didn’t really add anything new to the game, but boss fights were fun enough to where I found myself mashing to shoot as fast as I could. The game looks fantastic and the controls are very satisfying to pull off. There are quality of life features too like the map marking where you found, but couldn’t reach, areas and or enhancements. Loading screens were put in spots that didn’t interrupt the immersion of the game. It’s a short game costing $60, but it gave me something that most Nintendo games don’t offer an adult: a challenge.

    In summary, I don’t like games with guns. I don’t like platformers. I don’t like horror themes. But I like Metroid Dread and have no regrets.    … Expand
  19. Daniel_Lourenco
    May 21, 2023
    9
    Adorei o jogo. Muito desafiante e empolgante, e algumas partes com um grau de dificuldade muito elevado.
    Jogabilidade muito boa.
  20. XMarkX
    May 19, 2023
    10
    I played Super Metroid in 1994 and waited several years for this game.
    Nintendo doesn't care about making their games with state-of-the-art graphics, as graphics get outdated with time and what motivates us to play the same game after several years and game quality. Nintendo games are timeless.
    the other companies are so concerned with the graphics that they forget to focus on the    I played Super Metroid in 1994 and waited several years for this game.
    Nintendo doesn't care about making their games with state-of-the-art graphics, as graphics get outdated with time and what motivates us to play the same game after several years and game quality. Nintendo games are timeless.
    the other companies are so concerned with the graphics that they forget to focus on the quality of the game and with time they are forgotten.    … Expand
  21. SgtSocks
    May 12, 2023
    8
    Atmosphere is the name of the game, it rocks making Metroid Dread one of the best games of 2021, It’s a must have for anyone’s switch game library, hopefully it means a bright future for the Metroid franchise
  22. Ancaligon
    May 12, 2023
    10
    It has been a while since I could wait to get home to play a game. Metroid Dread did this for me.
  23. Breadbitten
    May 8, 2023
    10
    While the world design might not be as elaborate or double-backing as some of the games which have been inspired by the Metroid franchise itself, Dread is still impeccably designed and well-paced with some of the best combat to ever grace a 2D side-scroller.
  24. Pasqui
    Apr 30, 2023
    9
    This game genuinely surprised me. Before this one, I had never played a metroidvania, I bought it just because it inspired me, and it got me shocked. This game is amazing, I loved the EMMI chases, the locations are cool, they don't really stand out from each other but they all give the same creepy and dark vibe, the music also helps to the setting of the game. It's one of my favouriteThis game genuinely surprised me. Before this one, I had never played a metroidvania, I bought it just because it inspired me, and it got me shocked. This game is amazing, I loved the EMMI chases, the locations are cool, they don't really stand out from each other but they all give the same creepy and dark vibe, the music also helps to the setting of the game. It's one of my favourite games but I don't feel like giving it a 10, since metroidvania isn't really a genre I like and this is an exception.… Expand
  25. Oltanizer
    Apr 18, 2023
    10
    Game feels like how a modern Metroid game should feel. The one major downside has to be the soundtrack, said soundtrack felt quite unmemorable and doesn't feel Metroid enough.
  26. keshudioo
    Apr 18, 2023
    10
    Very good level designs, great weapons, good story. Challenging but manageable normal mode. I really liked the game.
  27. panosgamer
    Apr 10, 2023
    9
    i know, ''why 9?!'' but il lexplain soon. alr so this franchise FINALLY got another sequal and its amazing, best graphics i have seen in my life (which i wished it was pc so i could see them better) and everything is great but its really ez to get lost (for me atleast) which you know, its a really important to not make the player lost. i havent managed to beat the game sadly so for now itsi know, ''why 9?!'' but il lexplain soon. alr so this franchise FINALLY got another sequal and its amazing, best graphics i have seen in my life (which i wished it was pc so i could see them better) and everything is great but its really ez to get lost (for me atleast) which you know, its a really important to not make the player lost. i havent managed to beat the game sadly so for now its a 9, i am stuck to the first **** boss but of course that wasnt the reason i gave it a 9 it was cuz of the ''easily lost'' part. anyways great game wished it didnt make you easily lost tho. i had to look up a tutorial just to find the palce i was ment to go.… Expand
  28. GCDeadshot
    Mar 22, 2023
    10
    The best 2D Metroid, you never feel bored playing this game and I love the parry so much.
  29. Bioskline
    Mar 21, 2023
    10
    It's finally here and the wait has been worth it. The best mapping and controls of the franchise, a great storytelling, a good and atmospheric soundtrack... And, most important: The Samus we wished for. Already replayed it two times. Maybe the best in the franchise.
  30. Queso924
    Mar 17, 2023
    10
    Sin duda el mejor juego 2D de la saga. Super entretenido y extremadamente satisfactorio de jugar (en serio es super gratificante el control y las nuevas habilidades)
    Por no hablar de la cantidad de lore que hay.
    La dificultad está un poco desbalanceada pues morir fuera de los jefes y las zonas emmi es casi imposible. Y los propios jefes ,no son difíciles, pero si necesitan varios intentos,    Sin duda el mejor juego 2D de la saga. Super entretenido y extremadamente satisfactorio de jugar (en serio es super gratificante el control y las nuevas habilidades)
    Por no hablar de la cantidad de lore que hay.
    La dificultad está un poco desbalanceada pues morir fuera de los jefes y las zonas emmi es casi imposible. Y los propios jefes ,no son difíciles, pero si necesitan varios intentos, (sobretodo en el jefe final)
    El diseño de niveles es simplemente inmejorable, todo está pensado desde un principio y por algún motivo, siempre sabrás a donde ir aunque el juego no te lo diga.
    Y junto con su final tan épico no puedo no ponerle un 10 ( y lo más importante, está hecho por un estudio español, lo cual ya le da muchos puntos jajajaj)    … Expand
  31. ReviewThangs
    Mar 17, 2023
    8
    Pretty difficult even on rookie setting with some difficulty spikes. Many enemies are often bullet sponges. That being said, silky smooth fun game with manageable exploration (much better than something like hollow Knight) and great combat. Story is whatever. Graphics are alright for switch. There are too many E.M.M.I sections, at best they're a chance of pace at worse they're justPretty difficult even on rookie setting with some difficulty spikes. Many enemies are often bullet sponges. That being said, silky smooth fun game with manageable exploration (much better than something like hollow Knight) and great combat. Story is whatever. Graphics are alright for switch. There are too many E.M.M.I sections, at best they're a chance of pace at worse they're just annoying constant retry attempts. They're not atrocious but they're not great either.… Expand
  32. weskergamer
    Mar 10, 2023
    10
    I played every metroid game and i never enjoyed any of the other games as much as i enjoyed this one. Don't get me wrong, I love Metroid, it's my favorite franchise of all time, but this game made me love the franchise even more. Why? Because this is the best example of how GREAT this franchise can get. I don't want to talk about the good things of Dread, because it would take me hours, II played every metroid game and i never enjoyed any of the other games as much as i enjoyed this one. Don't get me wrong, I love Metroid, it's my favorite franchise of all time, but this game made me love the franchise even more. Why? Because this is the best example of how GREAT this franchise can get. I don't want to talk about the good things of Dread, because it would take me hours, I just want to say Thank You Mercury Steam for bringing Metroid back and thank you Sakamoto for never giving up on it.… Expand
  33. Jerg4n
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    The perfect sequel to all the previous 2d Metroid games. The movement and combat are slick and one of the best in any 2d game, the bosses are the best in the series and it truly modernizes the formula in a fantastic way. The weakest point is probably the music which is a shame but other than that it is just awesome.
  34. netbattler15
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    This game really challenged me and I could feel myself improving as I played it. I had never played a 2D metroid game before, but I now find myself looking forward to playing rereleases of the older games. Great entry point into the series.
  35. JackMcloed
    Mar 3, 2023
    10
    It uses all the buttons.

    Yeah.
    That basically sums it all up.
    Like a Swiss watch.

    Showing everyone who spawned this genre.
  36. jocariba
    Mar 2, 2023
    9
    Wow, es una obra maestra, arte increíble, jugabilidad inmejorable, buena dificultad, buena variedad de enemigos, lo único que reclamo es que es demasiado corto, deja con muchas ganas de más
  37. Cjm_cola_cole
    Feb 26, 2023
    10
    Beautiful animation. The boss fights are phenomenal. The scenery is fantastic. This might be my favorite metroid game. The ending was MWAH
  38. Ringsofpowerbad
    Feb 26, 2023
    10
    This game had me at the first E.M.M.I section, being chased while simmultaniously being forced to navigate the claustrophobic corridors to find an escape door was terrifying, exhilirating and also a great puzzle game all at the same time. It's very atmospheric, the art, sound and music are authentic and immersive, if you want a real challange like hollow knight but more streamlined andThis game had me at the first E.M.M.I section, being chased while simmultaniously being forced to navigate the claustrophobic corridors to find an escape door was terrifying, exhilirating and also a great puzzle game all at the same time. It's very atmospheric, the art, sound and music are authentic and immersive, if you want a real challange like hollow knight but more streamlined and elegant this is a great game. Metroid is an important franchise because like Mario and Zelda it has a very unique formula which no other game can emmulate or has succesfully emulated, and like those games it takes its game design seriously, maximising entertainment and treating the level design as more of an art form than just a space for the game to exist in, like it has been specifically designed for you.

    If you want that feeling helplessness, danger and isolation and of being all alone while surviving the dangers of an Alien planet this is for you. Absoloutely incredible game design, it's Metroid.    … Expand
  39. Sam195
    Oct 9, 2021
    9
    This is a 2d Metroid game for Nintendo Switch!!!
    Probably my game of the year.
  40. AbsoPoy
    Feb 21, 2023
    9
    Tight and satisfying controls, gorgeous graphics and an overall blast weighed down only by its mediocre soundtrack. A must play.
  41. kristianpro
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    El mejor juego de la Nintendo 3DS de largo, compra recomendada!
    Graficos punteros y jugabilidad extrema!
    Banda sonora sublime!
  42. RefLEcTionLXW
    Feb 13, 2023
    10
    Best Metroid game evey made .In my opinion .I cant wait to see the release of the New sequel
  43. AshuraZoro
    Feb 13, 2023
    10
    this game is my first metroid game, and now my favourite game in switch. worth buying
  44. irishyardball
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is rewarding as heck to play. Yeah it's tough, and that's not a bad thing. You get wrecked you keep trying. And you eventually beat and it feels very earned. Fun mechanics, loved the EMMI and the first time I fully beat a Metroid game. Can't recommend this game enough.
  45. GreenSquid
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Esse jogo merecia uma nota acima de 90, isso só não aconteceu por causa das pessoas que reclamam de besteira, sendo honesto eu amei o jogo, sua história, seu mapa, seus controles, tudo nesse jogo é incrível, bem, tirando a música que são muito fracas e nada memoráveis
  46. Wertypite
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Too perfect to complain about. Masterpiece for ages. This game really shows why Metroid franshise so special. Brilliant gameplay, awesome music, crazy bosses and beautiful animations with cinematic touch. I'm really thankful towards Yoshio Sakamoto and MercurySteam for this incredible game.
  47. Pembroke_Watts
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is a great new original 2d Metroid after almost 20 years. It combines what made the older 2d Metroid games great, while removing some of the flaws. Furthermore, new welcome additions were added that expand Samus’ movement options. The game felt a bit difficult, but always fair, and finishing a boss fight felt like an accomplishment. My only complaints about the game are that theThis game is a great new original 2d Metroid after almost 20 years. It combines what made the older 2d Metroid games great, while removing some of the flaws. Furthermore, new welcome additions were added that expand Samus’ movement options. The game felt a bit difficult, but always fair, and finishing a boss fight felt like an accomplishment. My only complaints about the game are that the music at times felt bland, and for some boss fights, it might be hard to determine how well you are doing, as there are no visible health bars. For the first playthrough, it took me a bit over 8 hours to finish the game, but this game has great replayability, as there are some sequence breaks, that can completely alter the way you experience the game the second time around. This game is one of the best on the switch, and I would definitely recommend it.… Expand
  48. xxAcesHighxx
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Who’d have thought that a 2D game that isn’t a Mario title would have elevated itself into one of the top five Switch games to date. Fantastic gameplay, gorgeous 2.5D environments, stellar boss fights and incredible exploration make Dread one of the very best Metroid games ever made and an absolute no-brainer for any Nintendo fan who owns a Switch. In my books, this is a rare genuine 10/10Who’d have thought that a 2D game that isn’t a Mario title would have elevated itself into one of the top five Switch games to date. Fantastic gameplay, gorgeous 2.5D environments, stellar boss fights and incredible exploration make Dread one of the very best Metroid games ever made and an absolute no-brainer for any Nintendo fan who owns a Switch. In my books, this is a rare genuine 10/10 game and an exceptional experience regardless of platform. Do not miss out on this game!… Expand
  49. NintendoNerdYT
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    I picked up Metroid Dread at GameStop and it’s an easy 10 out of 10. I played 3 hours of super Metroid but otherwise this was my first experience with any type of metroidvania and if you didn’t pick the game up. This is an easy recommendation.
  50. Yallahs9
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    La jugabilidad es muy insana y divertida, entretiene mucho lo malo es que por eso el juego te lo puedes pasar rápido
  51. Fortius
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    The atmosphere, controls, soundtrack, and gameplay was amazing. I loved the fear that the EMMI invoke. The game was a little short for the high price but it was a great experience.
  52. TODD17
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    Perfection. Enough said. It’s so gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood.
  53. ZYMROD
    Jan 29, 2023
    8
    El juego mantiene la esencia , pule las mecánicas y añade nuevas mejoras en la calidad de juego. Sin embargo, las mecánicas de los EMMI son bastante predecibles, el uso del "parry" en los jefes les resta importancia junto a que te pueden eliminar de un solo ataque si fallas la mecánica, el apartado artístico es bastante Meh! y si vienes de los metroid antiguos, falla en la sensación deEl juego mantiene la esencia , pule las mecánicas y añade nuevas mejoras en la calidad de juego. Sin embargo, las mecánicas de los EMMI son bastante predecibles, el uso del "parry" en los jefes les resta importancia junto a que te pueden eliminar de un solo ataque si fallas la mecánica, el apartado artístico es bastante Meh! y si vienes de los metroid antiguos, falla en la sensación de exploración e inmersión.… Expand
  54. Ragenx12
    Jan 28, 2023
    8
    Que dificil, me compre este juego cuando salio y a día de hoy no he avanzado mucho. Osea esta bien, nunca había jugado un Metroid y esta bien, no lose la verdad, no lo odio, no es que no me gusta, solo juego 15 minutos y cambio a otra cosa pero es un problema mio porque comprendo su calidad real y que es perfecto en cuanto a mecanicas y que graficamente se ve bonito y que tiene una buenaQue dificil, me compre este juego cuando salio y a día de hoy no he avanzado mucho. Osea esta bien, nunca había jugado un Metroid y esta bien, no lose la verdad, no lo odio, no es que no me gusta, solo juego 15 minutos y cambio a otra cosa pero es un problema mio porque comprendo su calidad real y que es perfecto en cuanto a mecanicas y que graficamente se ve bonito y que tiene una buena tasa de FPS. Es recomendado? por supuesto que si.… Expand
  55. Meme_beam
    Jan 23, 2023
    8
    The game was fun, but it's way too short so you do have to replay harder difficulties to get your money's worth as there is no new game plus. EMMI's didn't add to much to the game as they will be the reason you die majority of the game but i did have a few tense moments with the EMMI. i liked how many cutscences there were and how good the action was in them. A few abilities feelThe game was fun, but it's way too short so you do have to replay harder difficulties to get your money's worth as there is no new game plus. EMMI's didn't add to much to the game as they will be the reason you die majority of the game but i did have a few tense moments with the EMMI. i liked how many cutscences there were and how good the action was in them. A few abilities feel underutilized in combat and more enemies should have been designed around the abilities more as it feels parrying is always the best option. I would only recommend if you are a metroid or metriodvania fan.… Expand
  56. turnedwand
    Jan 20, 2023
    10
    I played this when it came out in 2021 but only just now getting around to writing this review. Great game. Best game I've played on Switch for a while. A "Must Play" if you ask me. I played MP on GBA years ago and enjoyed that a lot too. This is a potent successor.
  57. Martinnbafiba
    Jan 11, 2023
    10
    This is probably one of the best 2d platformers I have ever played. Is so well made and so addictive. Definitely one of the best games of this generation. After burning my brain with open world adventures like Zelda and Witcher it feels amazing playing Metroid. This game has a great theme, good design, is fast and it has a good sense of exploration. I totally recommend it. Play the demoThis is probably one of the best 2d platformers I have ever played. Is so well made and so addictive. Definitely one of the best games of this generation. After burning my brain with open world adventures like Zelda and Witcher it feels amazing playing Metroid. This game has a great theme, good design, is fast and it has a good sense of exploration. I totally recommend it. Play the demo before you make the purchase… Expand
  58. temiklis
    Jan 9, 2023
    10
    great atmosphere, full of action, research. The game is quite short (about 10-15 hours), but it's good, it doesn't have time to get bored and keeps the interest.
  59. Derpcat
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    As someone who has never played a Metroid game, I found this game to be vastly different from other 2D platformers I’ve played. Is that a good thing? Sometimes yes sometimes no. But this time is a definite yes.

    It is a Metroidvania game at its core. What did you expect? It made the genre (well, half of it anyway). And it has aged well. It is a lot of fun to play. At the start it can feel    As someone who has never played a Metroid game, I found this game to be vastly different from other 2D platformers I’ve played. Is that a good thing? Sometimes yes sometimes no. But this time is a definite yes.

    It is a Metroidvania game at its core. What did you expect? It made the genre (well, half of it anyway). And it has aged well. It is a lot of fun to play. At the start it can feel frustrating because you can’t go anywhere, but there is a serious sense of progression and it is very satisfying to find something new. I have to say that the controls are crispy clean, and I personally wouldn’t change them. Its difficulty is the main thing people talk about with this game. It is the first Nintendo game in a long time with perfect difficulty. Some of the bosses were really hard to figure out, but you just have to keep trying, and it’ll get easier. But I still died 200 times. The E.m.m.i.s didn’t help as they provide chase sections which are easy to slip up on, but as long as you stay calm you should be fine during them. In the start of the game they are everywhere, but later you don’t have to worry about them a ton. The game guides you along a little bit, so you shouldn’t be terribly lost. The gameplay is 9/10. It's sometimes pretty hard to find what to do next, but I still love the gameplay.

    The story is that Samus (or Metroid if you know literally nothing) crashlanded on an alien planet called ZDR. Prior story knowledge is required, but you get a quick recap when you open up a save file. I won’t go into further detail because it is quite a good story.

    It looks very nice, as far as an alien planet goes. One of the locations is an underground jungle, and it looks gorgeous. I don’t like how there’s just blackness beyond the platforms, but I get why they did it and I don’t know what to put there myself. The music isn’t amazing. However it fits the environment very well, and it didn’t matter a ton.
    The presentation is an 10/10. It's memorable, and gorgeous.

    It has a pretty good main campaign taking 15 hours to beat. You can go for a 100% which would probably take 30 hours. It is also very replayable. But post-story, you get a boss rush mode and some bonus difficulties. This isn’t the kind of game you play for 50 hours, though. The content is a 9/10. Personally I wouldn't play it forever, but that's just me.

    Some people say, ”Is it worth $60?” I can gladly say it is, and it is a very good purchase. If you aren’t invested in games then I wouldn’t buy it, but if you are looking for something to play for a while then definitely check out Metroid Dread.    … Expand
  60. ZeoN
    Jan 4, 2023
    8
    Ha sido mi primer Metroid y ha sido una experiencia increíble.
    Su jugabilidad es muy adictiva, el sonido y banda sonora espectaculares y su historia engancha mucho, sobre todo al final.
    Recomendado
  61. batzee2257
    Dec 29, 2022
    10
    Great level designs and awesome boss battles. Levels are structured in such a way that we are directed directly to the power and back to unlock the new path. The map is such a complicated maze but handled in awesome way that we get a sense of accomplishment each time we find the correct way.
  62. spencerplewe
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    The Metroid series officially, and finally, advances forward with a new main entry that builds on its entire history and then some! The story is subtle but tastefully visualized, the controls are extremely smooth, the visual design is a dream, and the bosses, while not letting up on the challenge, are so satisfying to finish.
  63. OriginalMan
    Dec 4, 2022
    8
    It’s a great game but toward the end I began to feel demoralized and overwhelmed by the sheer amount of controls to use and power ups. One of the robots was crazy hard and seemed more like a roll of dice to make it through there. Some of the bosses were hard and take a lot of memorization and trying over and over. The traversal is amazing. The soundtrack is atmospheric and set the moodIt’s a great game but toward the end I began to feel demoralized and overwhelmed by the sheer amount of controls to use and power ups. One of the robots was crazy hard and seemed more like a roll of dice to make it through there. Some of the bosses were hard and take a lot of memorization and trying over and over. The traversal is amazing. The soundtrack is atmospheric and set the mood well. The movement and power up noises are quality and even has voice acting. The cutscenes are beautiful. The graphics are amazing and really push the switch to the max. Some of the game felt a little padded. It took me 15 hours to complete and I think they could have trimmed a few of the power ups and zones to be a little smaller. It’s definitely longer than I was expecting. Overall this game is an amazing Metroid game that is a little more action oriented with stealth as a gimmick and the bosses as the standout development. Play this game.… Expand
  64. rafamarruda
    Nov 30, 2022
    10
    I had never played a Metroid before. I'm impressed! Excellent game! Very happy to have discovered this franchise!
  65. Usmart
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
    Simplemente me gustó mucho, la historia cierra el ciclo de Metroid de una manera muy epica generando a su vez un nuevo arco de la historia de Samus.
  66. squidread
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I’ve ever played. Playing this game fills me with so much adrenaline that my arms hurt after playing it for more than an hour. The bosses feel like Cuphead bosses in that, they seem super hard, but after a few tries, you can get the pattern down and easily defeat them. The sound design in this game is immaculate. I recommend playing with headphones so you can get allOne of the best games I’ve ever played. Playing this game fills me with so much adrenaline that my arms hurt after playing it for more than an hour. The bosses feel like Cuphead bosses in that, they seem super hard, but after a few tries, you can get the pattern down and easily defeat them. The sound design in this game is immaculate. I recommend playing with headphones so you can get all of the cool, alien ambience. This level of polish in models/animations is something rarely achieved in gaming. Hoping we see more 2D Metroid in the not-too-distant future.… Expand
  67. Gremlinpirate
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    I have never experience a game that actually lived up to the hype of it's release before. I honestly loved everything about this game and am so happy it exists. This game balanced the action and horror in a way I have not seen since Metroid Fusion and the gameplay was some of the best in the entire franchise. I actually really liked the EMMI stuff, because it helped you feel vulnerable andI have never experience a game that actually lived up to the hype of it's release before. I honestly loved everything about this game and am so happy it exists. This game balanced the action and horror in a way I have not seen since Metroid Fusion and the gameplay was some of the best in the entire franchise. I actually really liked the EMMI stuff, because it helped you feel vulnerable and added a level of horror to everything. But I could see where some people didn't like it. But for me, this is one of my favorite games released in years.… Expand
  68. FuntimeWeb
    Nov 16, 2022
    10
    Metroid Dread is not a perfect videogame, but it deserves full marks for what it manages to achieve after so many years of silence from the 2D franchise. Mercury Steam and Nintendo had already crafted an excellent 'return' with the 3DS remake of The Return Of Samus, but this game is leagues above and shows off the true talent of the developers. It's masterfully designed, certainly moreMetroid Dread is not a perfect videogame, but it deserves full marks for what it manages to achieve after so many years of silence from the 2D franchise. Mercury Steam and Nintendo had already crafted an excellent 'return' with the 3DS remake of The Return Of Samus, but this game is leagues above and shows off the true talent of the developers. It's masterfully designed, certainly more linear than some other games in the series, but not without some excellent sequence breaks and branching paths. The visuals are gorgeous and immersive; the story is a great conclusion which retro-actively adds more details to the lore and leaves us hanging for more; the gameplay is SMOOTH, better than anything before in the series; the music is great, despite what most people seem to think. If you haven't bough this game yet, do yourself a favour and try the free demo. Metroid is not for everyone, especially not for casual players, but the game guides you well throughout the planet. This is my favourite game in the entire franchise and my 2nd favourite game on the Switch.… Expand
  69. Ginger_Avenger
    Nov 16, 2022
    8
    Despite being a fan of Metroidvanias, this was the first actual Metroid game I have played (I have played many of the Castlevania series games).So, what do you know? I like the genre, so I liked this game a lot. Really fun to play with nice visuals. I used my turbo button sometimes, but overall, the game was fun and a decent challenge.
  70. vasilias21
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    An excellent example how a 2d can steal your heart.Never play any metroid but you have just win a big fan.Give us more please!
  71. ChungoFett
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece. i simply have never played a better game than this. 10's across the board.
  72. hector_bcn98
    Nov 2, 2022
    9
    +
    La continuación de la saga 2D que todo fan estaba esperando. Una fórmula jugable perfecta a lo largo de las década llega a su cúlmen técnico.
    A nivel gráfico y sonoro explota las capacidades de la consola, aunque deja el sabor de que se puede incluso superar por mucho en el futuro. Uno de los videojuegos más divertidos de todo el catálogo de Switch, además de accesible para todo el    +
    La continuación de la saga 2D que todo fan estaba esperando. Una fórmula jugable perfecta a lo largo de las década llega a su cúlmen técnico.
    A nivel gráfico y sonoro explota las capacidades de la consola, aunque deja el sabor de que se puede incluso superar por mucho en el futuro.
    Uno de los videojuegos más divertidos de todo el catálogo de Switch, además de accesible para todo el mundo: puede ser el punto de partida para el que no conozca o haya jugado nunca a Metroid.
    Novedades como la zona EMMI convierten en única la propuesta e intensifican la experiencia.
    Gran diseño de mapas y niveles, con muchísimo backtracking y exploración.

    -
    Podría haber desarrollado un sistema de mejoras y evolución del personaje, al estilo Castlevania, que permita una experiencia más única para cada tipo de jugador.
    Una duración justa y con una rejugabilidad que no permite de demasiadas sorpresas o nuevos caminos. Una vez acabado, no hay mucho más a descubrir.    … Expand
  73. venigma
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just loved the game, just miss some armor skins, imagine that as unlockables... Better than pictures… Expand
  74. Iggy41
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    This game is **** perfect. I played Zero Mission afterwards and I plan playing the Metroid Prime trilogy. This game made me a Metroid fan.
    It's not too easy and not too difficult and if you disagree, you can just switch to another difficulty.
  75. Dudethatexists
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love this game. It’s level design is superb and it is the only game that I’ve replayed immediately after initially beating it. Only flaw I find with it is that the only way to usually go is forward. There were moments in which I was very happy to get a power up because I could access an area I remember not being able to, but then realize I can’t go back there yet because it is now blocked off. Apart from that, I believe this to be the best game I’ve played of the last 5 years and I hope Nintendo keeps supporting this franchise.… Expand
  76. DieterU
    Oct 16, 2022
    8
    finished playing this game earlier today because i have nothing else to do because i am deathly ill and will likely pass away soon. it was dece. I really liked most of the exploration and level design aspects, but the combat was kinda doodoo. a lot of the main bosses had some interesting aspects to their combat, but there were WAY too many reskins of the same boss imo. If i have to fightfinished playing this game earlier today because i have nothing else to do because i am deathly ill and will likely pass away soon. it was dece. I really liked most of the exploration and level design aspects, but the combat was kinda doodoo. a lot of the main bosses had some interesting aspects to their combat, but there were WAY too many reskins of the same boss imo. If i have to fight ONE MORE GODDAMN ROBOT BIRD WARRIOR DUO BOSS ISTFG. That being said, the best part of the game is definitely exploring the world and discovering items and finding shortcuts and all that. They definitely have the metroidvania formula down, so that was pretty fun. The EMMI robots that stalk you around the planet were definitely scary, but i wish the stakes were a bit higher with them. When you get killed by one of the EMMIs, it’s kinda stressful n scary but the player isn’t really punished that much for dying. Art direction was good; storyline wasn’t all that deep but i mean it’s not really a story driven game so who cares.

    This game certainly earns a 75% on the Dieter Meter. I enjoyed it    … Expand
  77. DoktarioMyst
    Oct 14, 2022
    9
    - je moveset wordt niet voldoende uitgelegd

    + de Emmi's zijn inderdaad dreadful en was de lange wacht zeker waard + de game blijft je maar verrassen - ik zit vaak in de situatie waar ik veel naar de kaart moet kijken + de bazen zijn een highlight + Samus is een badass in deze game + de game is uitdagend conclusie: voor mijn eerste Metroidvania is dit een goeie eerste    - je moveset wordt niet voldoende uitgelegd

    + de Emmi's zijn inderdaad dreadful en was de lange wacht zeker waard

    + de game blijft je maar verrassen

    - ik zit vaak in de situatie waar ik veel naar de kaart moet kijken

    + de bazen zijn een highlight

    + Samus is een badass in deze game

    + de game is uitdagend

    conclusie:
    voor mijn eerste Metroidvania is dit een goeie eerste impressie. de game is zeker een aanrader    … Expand
  78. shearow
    Oct 6, 2022
    9
    My personal game of the year in 2021. It was a pleasant and fun return to the old school Metroid formula with some extremely smooth gameplay and top notch controls. Definitely reccomend.
  79. Sun_Sun
    Oct 5, 2022
    10
    Metroid Dread is one of the best 2.5D action-adventure platform game, and the best metroidvania game I play so far. Its graphic on Switch platform is amazing. The areas in the game were designed so smart, you need to upgrade your armor or learn new skills to discover hidden/locked rooms in those areas, and this make you very excited. The bosses are simply stunning and difficult. Don't needMetroid Dread is one of the best 2.5D action-adventure platform game, and the best metroidvania game I play so far. Its graphic on Switch platform is amazing. The areas in the game were designed so smart, you need to upgrade your armor or learn new skills to discover hidden/locked rooms in those areas, and this make you very excited. The bosses are simply stunning and difficult. Don't need to speak about EMMI, the feeling of being chased by them is very thrilled.… Expand
  80. ITZZZPERRY
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    Metroid Dread is the first Metroid game I have ever played. I was shocked at how addicted I became to the gameplay loop of unlocking new abilities that I had to master immediately to continue. This is a must play for Switch owners.
  81. Wallace40
    Sep 11, 2022
    9
    Best gameplay, best graphics of all 2d metroids. It might not have the atmosphere of Super Metroid, but it's such a treat to play a recent classic take of this franchise. Best bosses, very cool art direction, atmospheric tunes (not the best ones, but great). The close-ups of Samus during loading times add a lot of flavor to the visuals.

    As a fan of Samus Returns on the 3DS, I can say    Best gameplay, best graphics of all 2d metroids. It might not have the atmosphere of Super Metroid, but it's such a treat to play a recent classic take of this franchise. Best bosses, very cool art direction, atmospheric tunes (not the best ones, but great). The close-ups of Samus during loading times add a lot of flavor to the visuals.

    As a fan of Samus Returns on the 3DS, I can say that Mercury Steam really gets what Metroid is and the franchise is in great hands with them. We'll get a sequel much sooner this time, no doubt. You owe it to yourself to play Metroid Dread if you're into the recent metroidvania games like Hollow Knight. Gamers have been praising this franchise for 30 years for a reason. It's all about fast gameplay, atmosphere, hidden items, amazing boss fights.

    About the navigation, you have to know how to read the map. Whenever you get a new power-up, you have to look where you can use it. If you don't know where to go next, a little backtracking will send you in the right direction. You have to learn how to follow the breadcrumbs. Not a deal breaker.

    Bring us a sequel, Mercury Steam!!!    … Expand
  82. wiiboii
    Sep 7, 2022
    9
    If you want Metroid as you know it on the GBA here's that, but bigger. They really put Alot of legwork into the routing of the playthrough that both experienced fans and newcomers can appreciate. Overall great flow, and you'll hardly get lost, not because the game is easy, far from it. But because it's thoughtfully crafted. The bosses will give you something to chew on, but as soon asIf you want Metroid as you know it on the GBA here's that, but bigger. They really put Alot of legwork into the routing of the playthrough that both experienced fans and newcomers can appreciate. Overall great flow, and you'll hardly get lost, not because the game is easy, far from it. But because it's thoughtfully crafted. The bosses will give you something to chew on, but as soon as they're mastered, you can easily take down a boss with pattern recognition. There is no usurping Metroid or Castlevania when it comes to the genre and this only cements it.… Expand
  83. Jobni
    Sep 4, 2022
    9
    A great and challenging game you can spend many hours on. Great graphics, good controlfunction and fine storyline. I haven't played all the Metroid-games but this is absolutely my favorite.
  84. acrololaznog
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    I played the mainline games just to have a background before playing this, and it exceeded all expectation. I keep coming back to it from time to time. Good closure to the story, amazing gameplay and battles. The controls are so smooth. It's just a ton of fun.
  85. lucinhagamer
    Aug 26, 2022
    10
    this game is an instant classic, the gameplay is very good. all the fun things you can do here
  86. Bigman82
    Aug 20, 2022
    9
    One of the best games on the switch the controls are amazing, the bosses are great and the story is really good i just think it is a bit too short
  87. Johnny033
    Aug 16, 2022
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing. Style, mechanics, game play... everything. 100% recommended. The game is challenging sometimes but it's fine.
  88. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  89. Labkor
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    J'avais peur... Peur de ma surhype pour ce jeu, elle qui à temps gâcher mon expérience de jeu à cause d'attentes beaucoup trop ambitieuse ( cc Red dead 2, cc Shadow of the colossus) mais celle-ci à été vaincu par Metroid Dread cette fois ci.

    Alors d'abord, Le gameplay est tout simplement JOUISSIF, je n'ai jamais autant aimé contrôler un personnage dans un jeu 2D, une agilité extrême,    J'avais peur... Peur de ma surhype pour ce jeu, elle qui à temps gâcher mon expérience de jeu à cause d'attentes beaucoup trop ambitieuse ( cc Red dead 2, cc Shadow of the colossus) mais celle-ci à été vaincu par Metroid Dread cette fois ci.

    Alors d'abord, Le gameplay est tout simplement JOUISSIF, je n'ai jamais autant aimé contrôler un personnage dans un jeu 2D, une agilité extrême, capable de tirer dans n'importe quelle position, glisse, double saut, dash dans une fluidité de malade, on ressent toute la puissance de Samus à travers le gameplay, il m'a fallu 5 minutes pour être conquis par les contrôles, c'est assez impressionnant.

    Second chose qui m'a surpris, la DA est d'une telle beauté, y'a une réel sensation de profondeur et de détails prononcé par les décors d'arrière-plan, ça m'est arrivé plusieurs fois de m'arrêter pour contempler, y'a eu un réel taf là-dessus, dommage que la technique ne suivent pas derrière, oui car, hors séquence 2D, pour le peu que ça zoom un peu, on voit quelques textures bien baveuses et la perte de FPS se fait ressentir dès que ça s'anime à l'écran, bien que ce n'est pas omniprésent et heureusement, ça briserai trop l'immersion

    Les combats sont juste excellents, les **** mobs sont satisfaisant à tuer avec cette Samus virevoltante et les boss ont une difficulté bien dosé, comme j'aime, on meurt, on comprends les patterns, les points faibles, on s'exerce, on gagne, ça fait du bien de voir que Nintendo n'a pas fait de cadeau sur ce coté-là.

    Parlons de nouveautés, parlons des E.M.M.I, ces robots de reconnaissance piraté pour nous zigouiller, je les trouve particulièrement bien implémenté dans la formule Metroid, répartie sur certaines zones distinctes, pénétrée dans celle-ci et ils vous détecteront très facilement, vous laissant 1 chance sur 100 de les parer, leurs présences apportent un stress, un stress qui monte crescendo dès qu'on s'approche de la sortie, un sentiment de panique qui nous pousse à improviser, on rate parfois une plate-forme car on n'y perd nos moyens, et les développeurs ont eu la bonne idée de faire des EMMI différents pour bien casser notre routine de nos affrontements contre eux ( l'un à vitesse ahurissante, un autre voie à travers les murs, un autre nous transforme en glace), bien qu'ils ne soient pas aussi mémorable, imposant et intimidant qu'un BIG daddy de Bioshock, j'ai aimé les passages avec eux, c'est une bonne idée.

    En ce qui concerne la structure du jeu, c'est à dire un "Metroid-like" ou "Metroidvania" qu'importe, elle me laisse perplexe, j'ai la sensation qu'au bout de 2-3 heures, le game design est devenu linéaire, en bloquant des accès qui nous permettaient d'arpenter le jeu librement, mais en soit, on y gagne un rythme condensé et effréné et malgré sa linéarité, j'ai réussi à m'y perdre, à sortir ma map et à comprendre où je pourrais aller, une map qui est d'ailleurs sacrément bien désignée, avec des couleurs adaptée au type de salles, un zoom non limité, qui fait qu'on s'y repère facilement, finalement les marqueurs fournit par le jeu ne m'ont pas été utile, c'est une première dans ce genre de jeu.

    Ma plus grosse déception fut les musiques, elle sont correctes mais sont trop discrète et pas aussi marquantes qu'un Super Metroid qui renforcait la sensation d'isolement et de solitude du jeu, vraiment dommage.

    Un peu agacé aussi du recyclage de boss du soldat Chozo, qui m'a fait souffler du nez vers la fin, j'en avais un peu marre d'enchainer les même combats de boss, heureusement pour le jeu c'était le dernier.

    Et pour finir, l'histoire du jeu est agréable à suivre, narration très simpliste, très Nintendo, mais qui est assez efficace pour vouloir en savoir plus sur les intrigues du jeu, ce qui m'a motivé à mettre une raclée au boss de fin du jeu.

    Oui, ce Metroid ne réinvente pas la roue, oui le jeu est plus accessible que pas mal de jeu type Metroidvania, oui ça peut déplaire, mais je vois une motivation de Nintendo de vouloir faire connaitre cette licence à ses joueurs axé grand public, et je trouve que nous avons une bonne recette Metroid bien réussie, on s'y perd, on se casse les dents sur les boss, c'est fun, Samus est badass, j'y vois là comme un aboutissement de ce que pouvait apporter les Metroid 2D ( Se creuser la tête pour savoir où aller comme dans Super Metroid, le fait de se faire chasser comme dans Metroid Fusion, la gameplay dynamique qu'apporter les remakes).

    Et oui, il est pour le moment, et sera certainement le titre qui m'a apporté le plus de plaisir de jeu de cette année 2021, Merci à MercurySteam et à Nintendo, d'avoir fait briller à nouveau cette licence.    … Expand
  90. Claimh
    Jul 30, 2022
    9
    Seré rápido.
    Es un excelente juego. Un mapa que si bien añade muchas comodidades "actuales" como marcadores, indicadores de tesoros escondidos, no deja de presentar a veces retos para intentar completar el 100%, diría que con la suficiente dificiltad para no ser molesto y no considerarlo un "alargamiento artificial de la duración", historia convincente e importante para la saga,    Seré rápido.
    Es un excelente juego. Un mapa que si bien añade muchas comodidades "actuales" como marcadores, indicadores de tesoros escondidos, no deja de presentar a veces retos para intentar completar el 100%, diría que con la suficiente dificiltad para no ser molesto y no considerarlo un "alargamiento artificial de la duración", historia convincente e importante para la saga, re-jugabilidad aceptable, enemigos memorables aun que quizás un poco fáciles, y por supuesto gráficos geniales. El diseño de niveles es "lógico" considerando que es un juego 2d. Quizás, el único punto que no miro tan bueno es que la ambientación en comparación con los otros metroids 2D como Fusion y Super Metroid no es "abrumadora". Muchas comillas XD.    … Expand
  91. seba2212
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hace años que no jugaba un metroid el último de que juegue fue el samus return de 3ds, en fin excelente trabajo, se nota el cariño y dedicación que le han puesto a este juegazo… Expand
  92. YokoHugo
    Jul 30, 2022
    8
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  93. MunhozMCM
    Jul 28, 2022
    9
    My Score:

    (9) - Great!

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  94. george_bondo
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    great game with nice visual and skill bosses that broke my brain so i love this and reccomend
  95. CptCaleb
    Dec 6, 2021
    10
    Maybe the best Metroid ever! I’m a huge fan of the series, but this new iteration is something special. They truly nailed it! It’s not as much of a reinvention of the franchise as I had suspected it would be, for better or worse.

    Mechanics: the controls here are maybe the tightest I’ve seen in any game. Everything feels responsive and exact. I only really found myself fumbling with the    Maybe the best Metroid ever! I’m a huge fan of the series, but this new iteration is something special. They truly nailed it! It’s not as much of a reinvention of the franchise as I had suspected it would be, for better or worse.

    Mechanics: the controls here are maybe the tightest I’ve seen in any game. Everything feels responsive and exact. I only really found myself fumbling with the controls when during puzzles requiring very quick execution of the more advanced actions, which is fine because it’s intentional so. Overall, I was extremely pleased with how precisely and immediately Samus’ movements responds to input. The animations for Samus are fluid and much appreciated!

    Upgrades: We saw the return of the series’ staples, as well as some really nice new gear. There were a few upgrades that I found lackluster, but still a very strong set. I appreciated that the very last major upgrade was the item that it was, rather than stacking the coolest gear at the end (as Prime 3 did).

    Emmis: I really loved these things! They were genuinely thrilling to deal with, but didn’t feel totally unreasonable either. I did find on my second playthrough (switched to hard) that avoiding them had become too easy. It’s difficult to implement such an enemy, and still have them feel threatening, given how extremely maneuverable Samus is. So, given that, I don’t know how they could have improved them without compromising on making it cheap/unfair.

    Environments: This is truly a beautiful game; the lighting and aesthetics are splendid. The water effects in particular stand out. Overall the mood and atmosphere of the environments are well developed and full, which is common in Metroid games. I did find that I never wondered where to go/what to do next, which was a bit disappointing, but probably necessary to aid newcomers to the series. Music is also very fitting.

    Story: I quite liked it, although some of the choices made went against the grain for me as a long time fan.

    Overall an excellent entry in a series that has set a very high bar! I’ve honestly never played a more flawless game: they got everything just right! Highly recommend.    … Expand
  96. Abdulaziz1
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    So satisfying to play. Gameplay is awesome. Powers are well thought. Boss fights done very well.
  97. ion87
    Jul 7, 2022
    9
    Fun, beautifully rendered graphics and amazing gameplay. A must own for the switch console.
  98. enthusiastvevo
    Jul 6, 2022
    9
    As someone who's never really been into the metroidvannia genre, this game certainley changed that for me, all the boss fights felt very fun. My main problem with any metroidvannia is the aspect where you're left clueless on how to get the next item to progress. I didn't feel that nearly as much with Dread, I'm very excited to play more of the Metroid series.
  99. CMH57
    Jun 30, 2022
    10
    A fantastic return to the mainline 2d Metroid style. Dread is a game well worth your money.
  100. Nintendist
    Jun 29, 2022
    10
    this game is AMAZING this game is SO GOOD. one of the best game on Nintendo Switch and the BEST from Metroid Series
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 124 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 116 out of 124
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 124
  3. Negative: 0 out of 124
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 18, 2022
    100
    Quotation forthcoming.
  2. IGN Adria
    Jan 20, 2022
    90
    After almost 20 years we finally have a sequel to the 2D series of Metroid games! Considering that, Dread does a great job of combining the new modern combat with the old elements of research and advancement, and it doesn't hurt that we have some of the best boss fights in the series. A true gem and a must have for all Switch gamers.
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  3. JeuxActu
    Dec 13, 2021
    85
    Taking up the torch of a series interrupted nineteen years ago is never an easy task, but the MercurySteam studio is doing it with honors! The developers have chosen the path of security while perfectly respecting the spirit of the previous episodes, to the detriment of true modernity.
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