Metroid Dread

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8.7

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  1. Raumork
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Jugabilidad perfecta, desbloqueo de habilidades constante, hasta que te sientes la super cazarrecompensas definitiva que es Samus Aran. Diseño de niveles excelente. La compañía española Mercury Steam ha hecho un gran trabajo y me alegra que Metroid esté en sus manos.
    Los jefes os petarán el culo más de una vez, son enfrentamientos desafiantes pero justos y aprendiendo sus mecánicas y    Jugabilidad perfecta, desbloqueo de habilidades constante, hasta que te sientes la super cazarrecompensas definitiva que es Samus Aran. Diseño de niveles excelente. La compañía española Mercury Steam ha hecho un gran trabajo y me alegra que Metroid esté en sus manos.
    Los jefes os petarán el culo más de una vez, son enfrentamientos desafiantes pero justos y aprendiendo sus mecánicas y analizando la situación los puedes vencer, eso que terminas de matarlo con una sonrisa y dices "Muérete cabr%n"
    La duración es la que tiene que tener. Todo bien en ese aspecto.

    Si me pongo super gilipollito diría que me gustarían todavía más cinemáticas (que el juego ya tiene), y todavía más desarrollo de la historia. Sé que esto es más característico de la saga Prime, pero me da igual.

    En fin es una excelente forma de iniciarte con Metroid. Hay una intro, te ponen al día.
    Calentando motores para Metroid Prime 4.
    Llevo el 50% y no puedo dejar de jugar a esta mierda. Engancha mucho.    … Expand
  2. Failagorscope
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Yo que quieres que te diga, es buenísimo para mi el juego de Nintendo switch más importante este año y el gameplay es fluido los controles más de lo mismo y empiezas a jugar ya no sales de ese vició
  3. Iacomus
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    One of the best games ever released. One of my top 5 gaming experiences. Get this game!!
  4. IagoBorges
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Awesome. No words are enough for describe how awesome this game is. Even the problems are trivial. How proud I am to be a Metroid fan.
  5. grodes
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    All what we can ask for a metroid.
    Fantastic backtracking, controls, design, powers and cinematics.
  6. ShadowDome
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    After nearly 2 decades since the last new entry in the 2D Metroid, Mercury Steam have done the seemingly impossible. They surpassed Super Metroid.
    Metroid Dread is the new Standard not only for the Metroid series but all of Metroidvania going forward.All we now can hope is that Metroid Dread sells well enough for Nintendo to Greenlight the next Metroid.
  7. Jony123
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Excelente juego , te regresa a esos tiempos de súper Metroid.Excelentes controles , una atmósfera que te sumerge totalmente en el juego.
  8. Treefreak
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    Great return to new adventure from Nintendo and Mercury Steam. This game is pushing the switch but it is also optimize for the system no day one patch! Controls get bit of getting used to but Samus moves smooth especially with the new Slide move.
  9. PlutoIcecream
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Absolutely brilliant. The bosses are hard, and the traversal is smoother than any other metroidvania out there.
  10. Vile-Okami
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Hell of a game from start to finish. Heart beat finally back to normal after finishing off all of the E.M.M.I.s. Easily the best Metroid has ever been and puts other games in its genre to shame.
  11. silverluso
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is not perfect, the pacing is a little off, and it can be frustratingly difficult with certain puzzles. That being said, it's about as hype as a metroid game can get. Some how making an understandable story of its past 4 games and elevating them without retconning once, and without over doing the story.… Expand
  12. wingzero27
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    La evolución de un juego q definió un género excelente calidad jugabilidad, rejugabilidad sonido arte con giro argumental interesante q lo mantiene a uno atrapado todo el tiempo
  13. 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
  14. rons0
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    My first Metroid game. Beautiful, fluid, and I’ve never felt more badass playing a game before. It’s difficult but incredibly satisfying.
  15. damitar99
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego del año y el mejor Metroid en 2D, animaciones super fluidas, controles precisos, variedad de ataques, mapeado fantástico, sesaciones de todo tipo, jefes increibles y juego retante. Para mi mejor imposible, 10/10. Obra maestra. Gracias a Mercury Steam y a Nintendo. Larga vida a Metroid¡¡
  16. MannyT
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The EMMi that follows your in certain zones just makes Metroid so much more fun. I was on edge from start to finish! Amazing Game! Everything I wanted and everything I got was so much more! Thanks NINTENDO & Mercury Steam!… Expand
  17. zephistos
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Un excelente juegazo con referencias sublimes un guion escrito de 10 que catapulta todo lo vivido en las entregas anteriores a lo máximo escenarios hermosamente diseñados.

    Escenario: 10 Gráficos: 10 (la parte fotográfica de las escenas es sublime) Historia: 11 Ítems y estructura de puzles:10 Bosses: 10(son un desafío que cuando los derrotas te sientes como el amo) Música: 10    Un excelente juegazo con referencias sublimes un guion escrito de 10 que catapulta todo lo vivido en las entregas anteriores a lo máximo escenarios hermosamente diseñados.

    Escenario: 10
    Gráficos: 10 (la parte fotográfica de las escenas es sublime)
    Historia: 11
    Ítems y estructura de puzles:10
    Bosses: 10(son un desafío que cuando los derrotas te sientes como el amo)
    Música: 10
    Efectos sonoros: 10

    El juego escala de una forma épica y magistral después de la mitad y se siente en la música e historias que estas en la cúspide.    … Expand
  18. MauriVilla
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Excelent Inteligent Artificial, the E.M.M.i is the best playable experience in all my life
  19. Afenger
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente Metroid! é o que define essa obra prima de gráficos que a primeira vista parecem simples, mas trazem um nível de detalhes nunca visto na franquia, áreas imensas para se explorar, um ritimo de jogo alucinante, trilha sonora não é a melhor de toda a série mesmo assim faz bonito.
    Indispensável pra todo amante de um ótimo jogo de exploração, um candidato forte a roubar a cena    Simplesmente Metroid! é o que define essa obra prima de gráficos que a primeira vista parecem simples, mas trazem um nível de detalhes nunca visto na franquia, áreas imensas para se explorar, um ritimo de jogo alucinante, trilha sonora não é a melhor de toda a série mesmo assim faz bonito.
    Indispensável pra todo amante de um ótimo jogo de exploração, um candidato forte a roubar a cena para ser um dos melhores de 2021.    … Expand
  20. Japena211
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Very fast and hard game to play….. in a good way….love the game…will keep you going
  21. Voilito
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This is the best mix and evolution of 2D Metroid games. 19 years have passed since the last one and this feels like a celebration and a closing in every way.
    -Gameplay is perfect and super smooth, you really can feel that OP Samus since game starts.
    - the music is perfect. I know people are complaining about it, but for me, it's 11/10. The mix of ambience and music is something pretty    This is the best mix and evolution of 2D Metroid games. 19 years have passed since the last one and this feels like a celebration and a closing in every way.
    -Gameplay is perfect and super smooth, you really can feel that OP Samus since game starts.

    - the music is perfect. I know people are complaining about it, but for me, it's 11/10. The mix of ambience and music is something pretty hard to do, and the composer does it flawlessly. Like the first ambience/song when you start playing. It makes the setting so good. Emmi sound design is sick too. How can you make that cute beep to do a dready ambience setting and plus being a sort of song? It's crazy and mind-blowing.
    There are actually songs too, lots of, and they are sooo good. They are growing on me very fast and on the top list of Metroid songs

    -The map design it's perfect too. How can you fulfill super Metroid hardcore fans with it's ultra criptic map, and encourage newcomers to finish that kind of experience? Mind-blowing too. It didn't take much long for me to know the routes cuz I'm a ultra Metroid fanboy jaja but I understand the direction they went and I'm happy about it. Now in 2021 everyone can become a Metroid fan! And That's what Samus needs
    Really excited to see what's next for this franchise in every aspect, and I hope next time is a full revolution. Being Metroid 5, it's perfect!    … Expand
  22. Marcelomilo
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metroid Dread was fantastic. A great experience that I know is gonna have a ton of replay value.… Expand
  23. Derep
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metroid dread seems to combine the strengths of the previous metroid series.… Expand
  24. luisbortolaso
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    Video game puro sem querer ser filme ou anime, a essencia de metroid intacta , com novos recursos visuais fantasticos, som perfeito e uma jogabilidade suplema, ou quem quer se divertir com games esse é indespensavel, ainda bem que a nintendo para nos trazer um tipo de desafio como.
  25. isaiasSlash
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Un juego a la altura de saga, feliz jugándolo y viciándolo, impresionante volver a sentir esto por un juego que me atrapa tanto.. solo decir muchas gracias al estudio creador...
  26. DogeT5
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    No se que decir realmente, dejando de lado el fanatismo realmente metroid dread ha sido con diferencia el mejor metroid de su clase, el gameplay es entretenido, los controles son fluidos y responsivos, la latencia de fps es constante la mayor parte del tiempo, visualmente es increible y demuestra el gran potencial que tiene mercurysteam para hacer un metroid a toda regla. Por otra parte elNo se que decir realmente, dejando de lado el fanatismo realmente metroid dread ha sido con diferencia el mejor metroid de su clase, el gameplay es entretenido, los controles son fluidos y responsivos, la latencia de fps es constante la mayor parte del tiempo, visualmente es increible y demuestra el gran potencial que tiene mercurysteam para hacer un metroid a toda regla. Por otra parte el juego al igual que muchos del genero search action (metroidvanias) no es tan intuitivo a la hora de progresar con la historia y muchas veces uno puede perderse en el enorme mapa pero no por eso significa que sea un mal juego al contrario es un juego que vale la pena intentar.

    tengo 10 horas jugadas y he sacado el 100% de objetos, por mi parte recomiendo este juego siempre y cuando estén dispuestos a seguir adelante con la historia    … Expand
  27. lekim123987
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Awesome game, right in the feelings.

    It gave my nintendo switch a second live
  28. LordM1KE
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Sin duda un juegazo a toda palabra y que le da sin dudarlo, el nombre de mejor cazarecompenzas de la historia de los videojuegos a nuestra hermosa Samus ❤️ lo que estabamos esperando llego!
  29. Andrito
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Long waiting for this one, amazing game it evolves well in his style. Good game play, good soundtrack. Just perfect. One: Love shot the storm missile and ice missile.
  30. MARS1983
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Majestic, beautiful!! Este juego es hermoso, lo que todo fan de Metroid hubiese querido...
  31. beautifulforest
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Super addicting experience. It's hard but it's challenging, one of the best games I played this year.
  32. Froylan83
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Magnífico regreso de Samus, sin lugar a duda el mejor desde Super Metroid, jugabilidad impecable, música y trama cardiaca con los E.M.M.I.
  33. Alacazoom
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    It’s fantastic. Everything I wanted and more. Cudos to Mercury Steam. Amazing gameplay, terrific boss battles and suspenseful EMMI sequences make for a varied, atmospheric experience. The classic metroid elements shine anew in this gem of a game.
  34. MintKnight
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This is the best 2D Metroid a I have ever played. My favourite always was Super Metroid, but this changed just now.
  35. yloquen
    Oct 25, 2021
    8
    Hey, kid, do you want an upgrade to your powers? Here - defeat this boss and take this item sphere to get it... What? You want to explore if the upgrade would allow you to get to places you were unable to visit before? Uhhhh... sorry, but the access is closed, you must go on. We can't have you wander, getting lost and stuff, this is a Metroidv ... uhhh, sorry, I meant Linearvania game.
  36. polter15
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    With so many easy wayouts Nintendo and MercurySteam could've got nowadays, I'm so glad that they respected Metroid core mechanics and its loyal fanbase. Brilliant game design and incredible boss battles. The best game I've played in years.
    That being said, the soundtrack is a little lackluster at some points, especially if you consider the brilliant pieces that the series had over the years.
  37. rafaaguilera
    Oct 21, 2021
    8
    This is what everyone would expect from a traditional 2D Metroid experience: Samus is in a desolated non-linear world and need to explore it to find special habilites to keep progressing. Nothing particularly groundbreaking but it's very competent at what it proposes. Also, prepare for a challenge! Which is unusual for a Nintendo game. The bosses will give you quite a trouble, so IThis is what everyone would expect from a traditional 2D Metroid experience: Samus is in a desolated non-linear world and need to explore it to find special habilites to keep progressing. Nothing particularly groundbreaking but it's very competent at what it proposes. Also, prepare for a challenge! Which is unusual for a Nintendo game. The bosses will give you quite a trouble, so I suggest to keep looking for itens and especially energy tanks, but don't worry, it's not unfair to the point of screwing the experience.

    Maybe the only real novelty here are those robots called E.M.M.I. They inhabit certainly areas of the maps and will pursue you until you're out of their range. If they catch you is game over (there's a way to escape, but it's quite hard to master it). They won't stop until you find a particular weapon in each of those areas to kill them. At first I find those encounters I bit frustrating because of the instant death, but I came to enjoy it and I think it was a interesting addition.

    Among the few things that hurt the experience for me are the controls. I find some commands overly complicated and can get confusing to master it during some stressful moments, especially bosses battles and those speed booster puzzles (I hate them). Also the soundtrack is a bit disappointing, only the few Super Metroid remixes are worth a listen.    … Expand
  38. luisflopez
    Oct 25, 2021
    9
    Dread is an expertly crafted Metroidvania title, a Metroid game that feels very modern and retro at the same time. You can tell MercurySteam really undestands what makes Metroid games so special. If you're an experienced Metroid player like me, chances are you won't get lost and confused at any point in the main path, despite having large and complex areas to navigate, which is a testamentDread is an expertly crafted Metroidvania title, a Metroid game that feels very modern and retro at the same time. You can tell MercurySteam really undestands what makes Metroid games so special. If you're an experienced Metroid player like me, chances are you won't get lost and confused at any point in the main path, despite having large and complex areas to navigate, which is a testament to the excellent level design. Controls are very snappy and fun, Samus controls wonderfully. Though I wish the game actually detailed how shinesparking works, because it is necessary for many optional collectables and it is never properly explained.

    The story will definitely satisfy long-time Metroid fans, especially when it comes to the ending. I only wish the game was a little longer. It has an appropiate duration for a 2D Metroid game, but an additional area (ideally with an extra major boss) would have gone a long way for me. Finally, the music is kind of forgettable (sadly), but the graphics are exquisite and the framerate is silky smooth (60fps). Easily one of the best looking Switch games. Overally, Dread is a masterfully crafted Metroid title that sits comfortably among gems like Zero Mission and Fusion (Super Metroid is still better IMO).

    Score: 9.1
    -    … Expand
  39. MaximumD
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    It's a 10 all the way. A game like this is honestly to be expected as a first party title from Nintendo. But we should still give them the credit they deserve. This game takes the metroid forumula and perfects the style to about as perfect as you can get it.

    I've played many a metroid clone, including greats like Hollow Knight and all the Castlevania. Bloodstained was a more recent game    It's a 10 all the way. A game like this is honestly to be expected as a first party title from Nintendo. But we should still give them the credit they deserve. This game takes the metroid forumula and perfects the style to about as perfect as you can get it.

    I've played many a metroid clone, including greats like Hollow Knight and all the Castlevania. Bloodstained was a more recent game I beat.

    Those are all great games, but Metroid Dread just has the "It" factor that makes a game and all timer. If you love metroid and Metroidvania style games, this is a total no brainer. It's the best in the history of the genre. Gamplay, story, pacing, puzzles. It's all here and polished to a diamond like sheen. This game is just a joy to play and I can't seem to put it down. All of the QOL improvements you expect in a game like this are here. Just go and get it if you don't have it yet. Nintendo knocks another one out the park.    … Expand
  40. mnrART
    Oct 14, 2021
    8
    Are you a Metroid fan, then this is a great ending to the mainline games, flows fast, feels epic to move, boss battles are extremely epic!

    I had a blast playing this and left me on the edge!

    The difficulty is sometimes on the higher end for casual players, but I personally prefer having to put the effort in to win!

    it's a 8 for me
  41. Foxunno
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Como amante de los juegos de PlayStation debo decir que este juego es una jodida obra de arte, la ambientación y la música cuando te siguen los EMMI es espectacular, llevo 6 horas de juego, pero con esto lo pongo en el Olimpo junto a juegos como Bloodborne, Persona 5, Zelda BOTW y Forza Horizon 4. Enhorabuena!
  42. Chabs
    Oct 14, 2021
    8
    Super jeu, super ambiance, Samus est de retour et ça fait du bien.

    Ce jeu est vraiment bon, l'animation, le gameplay, la mise en scène, la souplesse de l'héroine. Un pur kiff. Cependant je trouve la durée de vie vraiment très courte contenu du prix et le je n'ai jamais du galérer pour savoir ou me rendre ( peut-être car je connais bien la série mais tout de même.) Il serait aussi    Super jeu, super ambiance, Samus est de retour et ça fait du bien.

    Ce jeu est vraiment bon, l'animation, le gameplay, la mise en scène, la souplesse de l'héroine. Un pur kiff.

    Cependant je trouve la durée de vie vraiment très courte contenu du prix et le je n'ai jamais du galérer pour savoir ou me rendre ( peut-être car je connais bien la série mais tout de même.) Il serait aussi temps d'avoir quelques upgrade d'artillerie un peu plus novatrices    … Expand
  43. OxyKun
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    If you like Metroidvania's this is a must have.
    Best played in the dark, headphones on and enjoy the atmoshpere.
  44. Sillybear
    Oct 15, 2021
    8
    Nineteen years after the release of the previous chronological entry, Metroid Dread is a welcome return to the roots of the franchise. However, it suffers from several of the most glaring issues that MercurySteam's first Metroid entry, Samus Returns, also had.

    Starting off with some of the noteworthy pros, one of the biggest improvements Dread has made is to the fluidity of the    Nineteen years after the release of the previous chronological entry, Metroid Dread is a welcome return to the roots of the franchise. However, it suffers from several of the most glaring issues that MercurySteam's first Metroid entry, Samus Returns, also had.

    Starting off with some of the noteworthy pros, one of the biggest improvements Dread has made is to the fluidity of the controls, which take full advantage of the Switch's twin sticks (and is especially effective on the Pro Controller) and makes navigating the world fun and enjoyable. The exploration itself is also excellent, with lots of the trademark hidden corridors and puzzles that long-time fans would expect from a main series title. The storytelling, while not quite up to par with Fusion, clearly is heavily influenced by it and gives a satisfying narrative that keeps you engaged and wanting more.

    Being a longtime fan myself, I desperately wanted to rate this a 100/100, but cannot bring myself to do so for several reasons. Primarily, these complaints revolve around the game's high difficulty and how its mechanics exacerbate the problems that arise from it.

    The first facet of this is the issue of damage received from enemies, and in particular bosses. The hardest hitting enemy I can remember from the classic 2D Metroid games would have to be the Omega Metroid from Fusion, which would take a full energy tank upon a hit, though even then, the battle was mostly scripted and thus rather inconsequential. In Dread however, this is the norm for standard enemies, and bosses regularly take from one, all the way up to three full energy tanks on a single hit. This not only makes your collected energy tanks feel far less useful, but leads to absurdly quick and often times unfair feeling deaths.

    The second would have to be the overreliance on mini-bosses and EMMI encounters. Without going into detail as to prevent spoilers, there are about 3 different mini-boss types in the game, not including the EMMI. One of these, a pre-requisite to fighting an EMMI, is not particularly offensive, but the other two are fast-paced, cramped encounters that suffer from the damage problem from the first facet, and are overused to the point of irritation. One particular instance near the end of the game has you fight a nearly identical mini-boss twice in a row, with only about 5 minutes of exploration separating the two. The EMMI, on the other hand, never gave me a sense of fear or dread as was the intention, and quickly went from an interesting new mechanic during the first or second areas to another point of monotony by the time I reached the third or fourth.

    The third facet is a returning issue from Samus Returns, namely, the counter. Thankfully, in normal exploration, the counter is almost entirely optional. However, in several boss fights, using counters is required to progress and/or cause damage. I vehemently dislike this mechanic, as the feeling of having to repeat a boss phase or lose a large chunk of your extremely limited health because you missed a single quicktime event is nothing short of enraging.

    The final boss of the game in particular is a major offender of the damage and countering facets, along with simply dragging on for too long, despite not having any mid-fight checkpoints, meaning you will have to start the fight from scratch if you fail. My playthrough of the game took about 30-35 attempts to finally beat it, for reference.

    On an unrelated point of criticism, the soundtrack to the game is incredibly disappointing, especially as a follow-up to Metroid Fusion, which has one of the most memorable and creative soundtracks of any game I have ever played. I cannot remember a single piece of music from the entire game aside from the remixed main theme and jingles that have appeared in every Metroid game, and while playing, the music seems to almost fade into the background instead of accompanying and enhancing the experience.

    Overall, while I am very happy to see the release of a new original 2D Metroid title, and have enjoyed the majority of the game thoroughly, the fundamental issues of the game have greatly hampered my experience, and I do not expect to have the urge to replay the game any time soon. For those reasons, I give the game a score of 80/100.    … Expand
  45. spadePerfect
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    Just wow. After Metroid Prime and a decade of 3D games of all genres, I would‘ve never thought that a 2D sidescrolling plattformer releasing at the end of 2021 would be worth 60€. But this absolutely is. Metroid is back, baby! I absolutely cannot wait what’s next to come for this franchise. Be it 3D or 2D.
  46. Kosama
    Oct 21, 2021
    10
    Los Jefes son lo mejor por mucho, le sigue la música, es un poco guiado pero a la mínima que te pierdas ya te toco recorrer todo el mapa.
  47. scrotty
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Haven't finished it yet (past the 4th EMMI) but this game oozes out 10/10 quality even up to this point. Atmosphere, difficulty (I have to believe the difficulty complaints come from inexperienced Metroid players/game journalists. It's really not that hard and there are so many quality of life changes to make the experience manageable), combat, controls, pacing, music,Haven't finished it yet (past the 4th EMMI) but this game oozes out 10/10 quality even up to this point. Atmosphere, difficulty (I have to believe the difficulty complaints come from inexperienced Metroid players/game journalists. It's really not that hard and there are so many quality of life changes to make the experience manageable), combat, controls, pacing, music, graphics...everything so far is top-notch. Can't wait to see how it all wraps up but I already know I will replay this game over and over again. Brilliant!… Expand
  48. Coolblue2000
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Wow! Just Wow! This game is absolutely amazing. Firstly it looks sumptuous with its beautiful and mesmerizing 2.5D graphics. The audio is also top class, projecting the feel of being alone perfectly.

    However most importantly the gameplay is close to perfect. Controls are tight and the buttons are well mapped so that it becomes second nature to pull off any of the actions required. The    Wow! Just Wow! This game is absolutely amazing. Firstly it looks sumptuous with its beautiful and mesmerizing 2.5D graphics. The audio is also top class, projecting the feel of being alone perfectly.

    However most importantly the gameplay is close to perfect. Controls are tight and the buttons are well mapped so that it becomes second nature to pull off any of the actions required. The story is the same old "Samus has lost all her weapons" deal (She really should be more careful...) , but this is of little consequence as the rest of the storyline is great. The normal grinding mechanic is punctuated by regular spurts of genuine panic as the E.M.M.I. sees you and starts its chase.

    In my opinion this is the best 2D Metroid game so far and not only that but probably one of the best games of 2021 so far.

    One thing to note is that if you have grown up on overly easy games then this game will be a shock to the system. However if you like challenge rather being told you are great all the time then you will love it.    … Expand
  49. Jacknew
    Oct 12, 2021
    9
    A good addition to the Metroid 2D Saga, this game is more like Samus Return for 3DS than Super Metroid for SNES, the game is more dynamic, the combat is more intensive and the boss fights are a little more complex than other Metroid game's, the game it's different as the firsts Metroid games, but the essence is there, you have back tracking, you have to search for moreA good addition to the Metroid 2D Saga, this game is more like Samus Return for 3DS than Super Metroid for SNES, the game is more dynamic, the combat is more intensive and the boss fights are a little more complex than other Metroid game's, the game it's different as the firsts Metroid games, but the essence is there, you have back tracking, you have to search for more weapons/enhancements, you have explorations, etc.
    Some people said the game is too short for a Metroid Game, but I think it has to do with the Map, in the first Metroid we don't have Map, in Super Metroid, the map was there but was not detailed. The map is very useful to know where you are at any time and know exactly where to find things like power stations, elevators, save points, etc and that make the game a little more "easy". For someone how played Metroid Samus Return for 3DS, may know exactly how useful is having this kind of map and how much may reduce the difficulty of the game, but if you don't wanna use the map and play Metroid in the old way, you can do it just don't open the map and that's all.
    The E.M.M.I. s in this game make you escape in the zones where you can find it, and they will make you see the GameOver message very offen, but since they are pretty fast, space from them is very satisfactory.    … Expand
  50. XV_
    Oct 20, 2021
    8
    Metroid Dread forgot about the more conventional narratives that were used in games like Metroid Prime 3 or Other M to do something similar like in Fusion, with some dialogues from Adam from time to time that serves both as lore building and exposition device. The most plot-twisty cutscenes are also pretty expositional by nature, and definitely would prefer a more interpretational approachMetroid Dread forgot about the more conventional narratives that were used in games like Metroid Prime 3 or Other M to do something similar like in Fusion, with some dialogues from Adam from time to time that serves both as lore building and exposition device. The most plot-twisty cutscenes are also pretty expositional by nature, and definitely would prefer a more interpretational approach but they’re not bad, they’re simply not great either. The story has some interesting twists, especially by the end but they also felt a little clumsy and forced to superficially add some stakes if you ask me, again, they’re not bad but aren’t great either.

    Dread also approaches gameplay and exploration in classic Metroid fashion, making it one of the better if not the best aspects of the game. Combat is ultra-fluid and it's a reminiscence of Other M, with fast-paced movements like dashing and the newly introduced counter maneuver (I believe it was introduced in Return of Samus).

    The combat shines the most while fighting bosses, all of them are mean and defying enemies that will kill you pretty fast if you’re not paying attention as they will take a full energy gauge in one hit, you have to rely on reflexes and common sense to beat them.

    The boss fights only will increase their intensity with each boss you defeat, some of these bosses or mini-bosses are reskinned enemies but they all have some kind of new movement or appear with a partner to make things more interesting and never feel like you’re making a chore or repeating yourself.

    There are stalker segments directly borrowed from Metroid Fusion, in these zones you are chased by indestructible machines called E.M.M.I. These segments add good tension while you traverse the map and since every one of these machines has a different ability and their zone layout it’s different between them (not to mention as you progress, they keep getting more complex) they keep things interesting and challenging.

    Depending on your tastes it may or might not offer replayability, after you finish the game depending on your difficulty and completion time you’ll be rewarded with an allusive image to a past game and unlock hard difficulty. In my personal opinion, the awarded images aren’t enough even if they’re cool illustrated.

    Haven’t played Samus Returns, I can’t say how much the series has evolved in the hands of MercurySteam so I’m not sure how much of this is an upgrade from that game, however, my time with Dread was mostly positive, as it borrows elements from other Metroid games like Fusion and updates them to newer times.    … Expand
  51. Loo_oo
    Nov 4, 2021
    9
    Une très bonne suite des aventures de Samus qui reprend du service après 19 ans d'absence ! car oui Metroid Dread est le 5ème opus de cette timeline :
    Metroid (NES-1988)
    Metroid 2 (GB-1992) Super Metroid (SNES-1994) Metroid Fusion (GBS-2002) Metroid Dread (NS-2021) Je ne vais pas m'attarder sur le scénario qui est dans la même lignée que les précédent opus. Il est simple, efficace et    Une très bonne suite des aventures de Samus qui reprend du service après 19 ans d'absence ! car oui Metroid Dread est le 5ème opus de cette timeline :
    Metroid (NES-1988)
    Metroid 2 (GB-1992)
    Super Metroid (SNES-1994)
    Metroid Fusion (GBS-2002)
    Metroid Dread (NS-2021)
    Je ne vais pas m'attarder sur le scénario qui est dans la même lignée que les précédent opus. Il est simple, efficace et cohérent à la série. La DA est somptueuse et la réalisation est à la hauteur de ce que l'on peut attendre d'un JV en 2021. Sans grosse surprise, mais c'est très beau et propre.
    Les (+) :
    - La DA
    - L'ambiance sonore toujours aussi soignée
    - Certains décors bénéficient de belles animations
    - Une difficulté extrêmement bien dosée (contrairement à Hollow Knight)
    - Le gameplay tout juste parfait...comme toujours chez Nintendo
    - Les E.M.M.I qui pimentent l'aventure à coup de pression, et qui contribuent à l'équilibrage de la difficulté.
    - Un final choc (tant sur le scénario que sur l'exigence nécessitée par le dernier boss)

    Les (-) :
    - Des décors parfois vides. Certains aurait pu être enrichis.
    - Une 3D qui aurait pu mieux être exploitée. OK on est sur du pur Metroidvania sur un plan 2D, mais le concept aurait pu être modernisé.
    - Une Samus trop spectatrice par ma part. Les héros de Nintendo sont quasi muets et ce manque de dialogue pour ce type de jeu ne contribue malheureusement pas à renforcer son charisme.
    En bref, un superbe épisode qui va séduire à coup sûr les joueurs, et même réconcilier les détracteurs avec le genre. Un must have pour ma part.    … Expand
  52. xiekaidream
    Oct 28, 2021
    9
    爽歪歪的银河恶魔城本河，
    循序渐进慢慢复杂的技能按键，
    流畅的动作，恰到好处的难度，
    一遍遍被boss打死一遍遍变强（虽然最终boss看了攻略才懂是在挑衅喊我近战
  53. vodkaffee
    May 10, 2022
    9
    a great entry in the Metroid series, maybe there is too much dialog in some sections (like in GBA's fusion)
  54. heliomega1
    Oct 11, 2021
    8
    Pros:
    - Beautiful game
    - Runs well with few bugs - Exploration is rewarding - Bosses, while hard, aren't unforgiving - The shift-dodge mechanic already feels like an old friend. Makes combat, especially bosses, feel tight and engaging. Cons: - EMMI encounters are unfun, squandered opportunity for tension. They're supposed to be scary but they end up being annoying and    Pros:
    - Beautiful game
    - Runs well with few bugs
    - Exploration is rewarding
    - Bosses, while hard, aren't unforgiving
    - The shift-dodge mechanic already feels like an old friend. Makes combat, especially bosses, feel tight and engaging.

    Cons:
    - EMMI encounters are unfun, squandered opportunity for tension. They're supposed to be scary but they end up being annoying and pace-breaking
    - Movement needed to be cleaned up. The Double/Space jump feels weird. Shinesparks are finnicky and don't feel fun like they used to.
    - Story is paper-thin. Even Fusion had more intrigue than this.
    - Sound design is flat and washed out, music forgettable.

    If I could give it a 7.5, I would.    … Expand
  55. Littlegizmo
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    wow i love this game .. game of the year it is perfect and amazing... lets hope more metroid games are on the way cause its perfection
  56. RageAndGrace
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    While it's not a very ambitious game, and it doesn't run perfectly on the Switch, it's been a delight for me and many others. I've been lost a few times, but never hopelessly so; the game always keeps moving and keeps introducing new challenges and abilities; the bosses are imaginative and genuinely challenging; the cutscenes are short but always expressive and captivating; and everyWhile it's not a very ambitious game, and it doesn't run perfectly on the Switch, it's been a delight for me and many others. I've been lost a few times, but never hopelessly so; the game always keeps moving and keeps introducing new challenges and abilities; the bosses are imaginative and genuinely challenging; the cutscenes are short but always expressive and captivating; and every aspect of the game is at least competently made. This game deserves to be a massive hit and a bestseller, and that's coming from someone who has only played Super Metroid up to this point, and didn't like it. It has yet to blow me away so far, but I would still recommend it to practically anyone.… Expand
  57. martincito
    Jan 15, 2022
    10
    this is the best 2D Metroid made, the exploration and the combat is fluid, a little short but is ok
  58. vipek
    Jun 15, 2022
    9
    After recently playing Super Metroid, Fusion & Zero Mission for the first time, I can honestly say that Dread is my favorite Metroid. This game is amazing! Every single thing that people complain about is an advantage for me: it's difficult but fair, boss fights are frequent and epic, mastering controls is a great challenge by itself, I really liked EMMIs, pacing of this game is perfect,After recently playing Super Metroid, Fusion & Zero Mission for the first time, I can honestly say that Dread is my favorite Metroid. This game is amazing! Every single thing that people complain about is an advantage for me: it's difficult but fair, boss fights are frequent and epic, mastering controls is a great challenge by itself, I really liked EMMIs, pacing of this game is perfect, and world design is a masterpiece!

    Also there's lots of advanced mechanics for those who'd like to dive deep into the game. One thing I didn't like is that Dread is much more linear than other Metroids. Lots of one-way gates that simply discourage exploration. And that's a very bad thing in a Metroidvania...

    $60 price point is shady, I agree. At this price I'd recommend this game only to hardcore Metroidvania fans. You won't regret it :)    … Expand
  59. Fcubero
    Oct 28, 2021
    10
    This game became one of my top 3 Metroid games. It’s a return to who samus is, a return to exploration. You will have to think hard to figure out puzzles but you will feel excited when you find out what to do. I loved the bosses, the surprises, everything!!!!!
  60. redbutnotdead
    Jan 25, 2022
    9
    One of the best Metroid games outhere. Great graphics, controls, sound effects and music are all there. 2d action shooting metroidvania at its best.
  61. Ultimagara
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is going straight the top of my "what the **** endings list. Uh, in a good way.… Expand
  62. AlexKidd
    Dec 25, 2021
    9
    Masterpiece. When i saw the first gameplay footage i was a bit skeptical, looked a bit soulless like a mobile game, but none of that is true. It's absolutely amazing. It's a challenging game, but not too difficult. The music and atmosphere are great. And i love the switch between 2d and 3d graphics. I could highly recommend this game if you're into this type of game.
  63. Codemann2010
    Oct 25, 2021
    10
    This game is awesome great gameplay,level design,awesome boss battles,fast paced and doesn’t hold your hand.
  64. QueenSith
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    El juego es excelente. Tiene un diseño de niveles muy bueno y el control de Samus es fluido y gratificante. Es el Metroid más desafiante y a la vez el más adictivo. A nivel artístico me gusta mucho y se ve de lujo. Es muy inmersivo además de tener un framerate muy estable. Nintendo y Mercury Steam han hecho un grandísimo trabajo. Es un digno sucesor del legendario Super Metroid.
  65. giannis2001
    Oct 28, 2021
    10
    Metroid Dread is, no doubt, one of the best metroidvania games. It's incredibly smooth and the main moveset has a great variety of abilities. It's also more challenging than other games in the series, but fair. It's scaling is designed as it should be. The map has an excellent design as well. I think it's a must play and one of the best Nintendo Games in general.
  66. fer_fcbayern
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Its 2d gameplay is a nostalgic throwback with lots of new features and a smooth gameplay. Totally worth it!
  67. frantsiles
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Tiene mi 10 la verdad, un juegazo, rápido, dinámico, es un reto, ósea al final cumple con lo que debe ser un videojuego, en modo portátil una belleza y en modo televisor se ve muy bien. Merece el 10.
  68. hassantaleb4
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    Pretty much the best Metroid game I've ever played. Got all the items in the game, too, and enjoyed every last second of it.
  69. Dom20
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    So, im spent 2 hours in this game and i think it is a great game as someone who is a fan of the Series. For a switch Game the Graphics are looking really good and it performs really well on mostly 60 FPS, minus the Cutscenes. The Controls were a bit Confusing at the Beginning and i think it plays a bit better with a Pro Controller, but its far away from unplayable, I think its definitleySo, im spent 2 hours in this game and i think it is a great game as someone who is a fan of the Series. For a switch Game the Graphics are looking really good and it performs really well on mostly 60 FPS, minus the Cutscenes. The Controls were a bit Confusing at the Beginning and i think it plays a bit better with a Pro Controller, but its far away from unplayable, I think its definitley not an easy Game from the Point where i am, and i died a lot because of the E.M.M.I, the new Enemy at this Point, but this Game is also so atmospheric when it comes to the Presentation that it was nearly impossible to take the Switch out of my Hand. One critical point that i have that i lacks a bit of music, but i can live with that.… Expand
  70. Fubbal
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Its an amazing Metroid entry that really opens up on lore and story while retaining the classic Metroid gameplay.

    Samus moves and controls like a dream and that's good considering this is a tough game.Not hollowknight hard but it is more difficult than other entries.

    You do get better and better and the repeatability is honestly pretty high and will have you moving the difficulty up.
  71. Terandans
    Dec 29, 2021
    8
    Dread was fantastic, for the most part. I really felt like the boss fights were very well done. Exploration didn't feel daunting and progression always felt like it made sense. Getting all of the extra stuff helps but never feels necessary if you just intend on doing a casual play through. Visuals hold up as well. Every area felt nice to look at and the transitions from each zone feltDread was fantastic, for the most part. I really felt like the boss fights were very well done. Exploration didn't feel daunting and progression always felt like it made sense. Getting all of the extra stuff helps but never feels necessary if you just intend on doing a casual play through. Visuals hold up as well. Every area felt nice to look at and the transitions from each zone felt consistent.

    What I did not like, personally, were the E.M.M.I enemies. The escape and evade aspects were fine due to the fluid movement that Metroid has but it gets old after you have done it a bunch. The other part, after you have dealt with the Control Unit of each area, is to kill the E.M.M.I. It just feels tacked on. You stand and fire at its head until you're ready to fire a charged shot. This is highly repetitive and I feel like the devs could have done more with such a high profile enemy of the game. The game even seems to make a joke, at its own expense, when the final E.M.M.I just dies after making an attempt to transition to another run and hide scene.

    I also just feel like the game didn't try to break the mold very much. Had it tried to change things up a lot more it would have been a perfect game but it still remains one of my favorite games of 2021 and I will be going back at it again for a Hard mode run. Oh, yea, one last gripe. Hard mode is locked behind beating the game. I've always just felt like that was a bad practice.    … Expand
  72. M4N0R4F43L
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Jogo maravilhoso, um grande retorno de uma franquia que por décadas marcou uma geração de video games, criou um novo gênero. Gameplay é o grande destaque do game em meio a tantos novos jogos do gênero. A trilha sonora deixou a desejar porém não tira o brilho desse majestoso retorno de uma franquia tão amada no público da Nintendo
  73. DVitreous
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    19 años valieron la pena, cada minuto y hora de rejugabilidad han hecho de esta franquicia una de las mejores, Dread no es la excepción. Increíble apartado técnico y sonoro, además de un buen diseño de nivel y trama.
  74. Tabdelno
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    The notion that anybody would actually assign a game (with properly functioning controls) a lower score simply because it is too difficult for them is, frankly, PATHETIC. Git gud, folks. Your lack of skill is not a deficiency in this genius game.
  75. LGM3-6-9
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Muy bueno me tiene fascinado todo perfecto espero que salgan muchos mas y que no haya que esperar 19 ańos mas
  76. MasterYuco
    Nov 7, 2021
    9
    Supera todas las expectativas que puedes tener. es un juego que va creciendo en dificultad pero también en satisfacción y si tus habilidades van a la par vas ser una aventura sin igual...

    empecemos por lo malo, quise dar el 10 pero siendo objetivos hay un par de cosas que pudieron mejorar o sacar mas provecho... con todo el abanico de cosas que tiene este juego pudieron aprovechar la    Supera todas las expectativas que puedes tener. es un juego que va creciendo en dificultad pero también en satisfacción y si tus habilidades van a la par vas ser una aventura sin igual...

    empecemos por lo malo, quise dar el 10 pero siendo objetivos hay un par de cosas que pudieron mejorar o sacar mas provecho... con todo el abanico de cosas que tiene este juego pudieron aprovechar la vista de 3ra persona un poco mas para algún que otro puzle... también es un juego que se disfruta y se vicia muy fácil haber metido un par de argumentos mas para alargarlo un poco habría sido sublime, o ya llegado al final del juego donde empiezas a hacer el back tracking para completar el 100% habría sido interesante que los robots chozo aparecieran de forma random para seguir sintiéndote cazado y no bajar la guardia... y por ultimo hilando a lo mas fino. haber mejorado un poco las texturas en las cinemáticas

    La jugabilidad es de las mejores del genero, muy dinamica, muy fluida, es como si estuviese diseñado para el el speed-run, con las habilidades clásicas y un par de habilidades nuevas además con un speed booster renovado. ademas si el back tracking es lo tuyo este es el juego indicado el diseño de niveles y puzles es muy bueno y divertido de recorrer.

    La Historia, tiene un par de plot twist impresionantes que hacen que no pierdas el interés además repercuten directamente en el juego, es un juego que hila muchos temas de la saga pero que no se limita a los fans, el juego logra introducir resúmenes y explicaciones necesaria compara entender todo el contexto si nunca jugaste los anteriores.. pero si debo decir que para los fans esta historia va tener un impacto indudablemente mas grande.

    Los Jefes, tienen mucho Caracter, es un juego retante donde vas a morir mucho pero viciaras hasta conseguir solucionar las mecánicas necesarias para combatir

    Gráficamente, es uno de los juegos de "scroll lateral" mas impresionantes, el diseño y arte del juego abarca unas 3 dimensiones de la sala donde los ambientes están verdaderamente vivos, suceden cosas que te van contando también parte de la historia,

    Rendimiento espera con seguridad unos solidos 1080p 60fps que solo cae en momentos puntuales. es un juego de switch no esperes un 4k...    … Expand
  77. Ness128
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Deslumbrante y lleno de acción a cada momento, asombroso, detallado me encanta esos 19 años valieron la pena pero si desearía más de Metroid con menos tiempo de espera
  78. byAEG7
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    Metroid Dread is the first installment of the Metroid series i've ever played and it has absolutely captivated me. The way the map keeps on growing, how it keeps on giving you more abilities and expanding Samus Aran's move set, the game progression, Its all very cleverly thought out. Its one of the best metroidvania games ive ever played and if you like a fun yet a bit challenging at timesMetroid Dread is the first installment of the Metroid series i've ever played and it has absolutely captivated me. The way the map keeps on growing, how it keeps on giving you more abilities and expanding Samus Aran's move set, the game progression, Its all very cleverly thought out. Its one of the best metroidvania games ive ever played and if you like a fun yet a bit challenging at times experience then you will definitely have a blast playing Metroid Dread.… Expand
  79. Eldreed
    Oct 12, 2021
    9
    Lo comencé a jugar desde su salida, llevo unas 15 horas de juego, me he tomado mi tiempo ya que me gusta mucho ver los fondos que tiene el juego, sobre todo en la zona como selva, ver a las plantas comiéndose a esas especies de siervo mientras tu corres de aquí para allá matando enemigos. En cuanto a jugabilidad, es maravilloso, los controles son muy cómodos y Samus se mueve super bien. LaLo comencé a jugar desde su salida, llevo unas 15 horas de juego, me he tomado mi tiempo ya que me gusta mucho ver los fondos que tiene el juego, sobre todo en la zona como selva, ver a las plantas comiéndose a esas especies de siervo mientras tu corres de aquí para allá matando enemigos. En cuanto a jugabilidad, es maravilloso, los controles son muy cómodos y Samus se mueve super bien. La dificultad está precisa, ni tan fácil ni tan difícil, lo bueno es que al morir no vuelves todo al comienzo, lo cual no es para nada frustrante. He jugado otros Metroid, pero en jugabilidad, definitivamente este es el mejor.… Expand
  80. jbutrica
    Nov 1, 2021
    10
    Gran juego!! Divertido!! Varios mapas alrededor de 8, con acción y búsqueda de elementos.
  81. XavierGreen
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Me encanta todo sobre este juego, su ritmo rápido y ágil, la música atmosférica, las impresionantes imágenes y su historia nueva y ampliada. Todo va muy bien con la franquicia, y no esperaba amar este juego lo suficiente como para que se convirtiera en un de mis juegos favoritos de todos los tiempos. Pero así es !!!
  82. Doctor9068
    Nov 23, 2021
    9
    Потрясающая игра, первый раз играю в эту серию и был невероятно удивлён проработкой всех компонентов игры.
  83. Carlinhos_86
    Dec 12, 2021
    8
    Since I played Metroid Prime back in the Gamecube, Metroid became one of my favorite franchises in gaming. Dread has great art and visuals, fluid movement, an absolutely fast paced AMAZING COMBAT and AWESOME BOSSES. I won't spoil it, but plot is also very nice. No doubt, it's a great entry in the series, and a great game overall.

    Now, onwards to the reasons the I didn't give the game a    Since I played Metroid Prime back in the Gamecube, Metroid became one of my favorite franchises in gaming. Dread has great art and visuals, fluid movement, an absolutely fast paced AMAZING COMBAT and AWESOME BOSSES. I won't spoil it, but plot is also very nice. No doubt, it's a great entry in the series, and a great game overall.

    Now, onwards to the reasons the I didn't give the game a 10. First, I don't hate the E.M.M.I., but I don't particularly like them either, mainly because the insta death mechanic coupled with the fact that the counter reaction times are random. These robotic fiends also take away a bit of the exploration aspect Metroid is known for, given that you are constantly pressured to run from them in a good chunk of the game.

    And since Metroidvanias are flourishing in the indie scenario, I think a little comparison between Dread and my personal favorite indie release is due. In my opinion, Hollow Knight is the absolute king of Metroidvanias to this date. It has perfect pacing, combat and exploration. Most character abilities are useful both for traversal and combat, which isn't the case in Dread, where some skills are clearly used only for the sake of unlocking new areas on the map. Finally, regarding game length, Metroid Dread is kinda short, lasting for about 8 to 10 hours on a first playthrough, whereas Hollow Knight lasts for a whooping 30 hours. This difference in content becomes even more significant considering I bought Dread for full $60, and Hollow Knight for $7.

    All that said, you can't go wrong with Dread. Now, back to waiting for Prime 4.    … Expand
  84. Andresalejo1994
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Excelente tituló, bastante fluido los controles y variedad de enemigos, dificultad alta pero satisfacción garantizada al vencer cualquier boss
  85. tom974
    Nov 7, 2021
    9
    The best 2D opus for me. I was surprised how fluid it was on a docked Switch and the controls are steady. Overall the game stands on the saga's classics + just enough of that little twist to keep it somewhat fresh.
    The clever adds are the "stressful" ambiance (thanks to the great artistic direction too), comfort cues on the exploration (seen upgrades marked on the map for example) and    The best 2D opus for me. I was surprised how fluid it was on a docked Switch and the controls are steady. Overall the game stands on the saga's classics + just enough of that little twist to keep it somewhat fresh.
    The clever adds are the "stressful" ambiance (thanks to the great artistic direction too), comfort cues on the exploration (seen upgrades marked on the map for example) and the implementation of a general goal which keeps you from getting lost too often without just sending you from point to point on the map.
    I got a noticeable framerate drop just once, on a boss fight, which made it harder than it should have been but nothing too weighable.
    At last, this opus is a must play for any Metroid fan and a solid entry for those who don't know it yet.    … Expand
  86. Reinhard07
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Muchos años han pasado desde el ultimo capitulo de la saga principal de Samus que hasta pensé que Nintendo la había olvidado como algunos otras sagas de antaño, pero afortunadamente la espera por fin terminó con una entrega que a pesar de estar por debajo de Super Metroid de SNES cumple con las promesas. Graficamente se ve muy bien y la jugabilidad es bastante fluida y facil de dominar,Muchos años han pasado desde el ultimo capitulo de la saga principal de Samus que hasta pensé que Nintendo la había olvidado como algunos otras sagas de antaño, pero afortunadamente la espera por fin terminó con una entrega que a pesar de estar por debajo de Super Metroid de SNES cumple con las promesas. Graficamente se ve muy bien y la jugabilidad es bastante fluida y facil de dominar, controlar a Samus nunca se sintió tan rápido y preciso. Los escenarios y el tamaño del mapa es bastante bueno, no presentara problemas para aquellos jugadores que saben de que va un Metroid en toda regla o incluso aquellos que dominan SOTN y Hollow Knight, aun así, si eres unos de los que apenas inicia con este título si pones atención notaras que el juego de da pistas muy fáciles de localizar y que sentirás que no te perdiste por mucho tiempo. Lo único que de manera personal sentí que hizo falta a esta entrega es un banda sonora más pero mucho más épica como en Super Metroid. Estoy ampliamente satisfecho con éste lanzamiento y de verdad espero que Nintendo no la tenga tan abandonada de ahora en adelante.… Expand
  87. tunahan43
    Apr 2, 2022
    8
    metroidvania oyunlarını sevmem . ama metroid serisindeki karakter on numara seksi bir karakter.bununda bir sürü oyunu var 4.oyun ne zaman çıkacak bilmiyorum ama metroid dread ile Metroid: Other Myi oynamak isterdim.
  88. GCDeadshot
    Mar 22, 2023
    10
    The best 2D Metroid, you never feel bored playing this game and I love the parry so much.
  89. alexis85
    Oct 28, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game goty 2021!!! Un juego exquisito minimalista, con un estilo artístico excelente acción de inicio a fin, la mejor jugabilidad en un video juego 2d… Expand
  90. Pietrovish
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Siempre he preferido Metroivania para Metroid. No por nada es increíble poder continuar la historia. Casi un 10
  91. prayformojo33
    Nov 15, 2021
    9
    Simplemente magnífico , si le pudiera encontrar un pero, sería la banda sonora que no es tan memorable y demasiados encuentros con los emmys
  92. Vlad013
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Amazing game with great graphics, cool combat system, very interesting bosses. The game is hard but not frustrating hard and you always feel so good after beating a boss. I would recommend playing it with a tutorial / guide because it can be very confusing and time consuming to figure out where to go next.
  93. Abdulaziz1
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    So satisfying to play. Gameplay is awesome. Powers are well thought. Boss fights done very well.
  94. Arfon
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Action-packed gameplay, astounding visuals, fun mechanics, hard bosses, big areas and a cool interesting story make this game an instant favorite in Metroidvanias. Metroid Dread is fun to control and explore from beginning to end, it is a solid Metroid game that was worth the wait.
  95. Kexo
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Fantastic return of Samus with some fresh wind, one of my best Nintendo Switch games, and in last patch they added a "Rookie Mode" for new Players :) let's just have a hope that Nintendo works hard on Metroid Prime 4 :)
  96. fanmadeendings
    Feb 4, 2022
    9
    The first trailer of this game made me play trough the entire 2D Metroid timeline, and I could't be happier about it! Incredible entry in an incredible series! It is a close second to Zero Mission for me, tied with Fusion.
  97. Pageiommi
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Game is a masterpiece in the metroidvania genre. Absolutely perfect! Great combat, fun puzzles, difficult bosses and Samus feels the most fluid she’s ever felt. Just an amazing game through and through.
  98. MeatGrindeR
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    Шикарный платформер с метроидванией, замечательные боссы, музыка, всё поставлено на высшем уровне.
    10/10
  99. Climhazzard101
    Oct 26, 2021
    9
    An amazing Metroid game through and through. It incorporates all the classic elements of the older games and expands on the formula with new gameplay mechanics. I especially like the melee counter and the dynamic aiming. The bosses are some of the best in the series. It's a challenge that is welcome compared to the previous tamer enemies and bosses that acted as bullet sponges. It's niceAn amazing Metroid game through and through. It incorporates all the classic elements of the older games and expands on the formula with new gameplay mechanics. I especially like the melee counter and the dynamic aiming. The bosses are some of the best in the series. It's a challenge that is welcome compared to the previous tamer enemies and bosses that acted as bullet sponges. It's nice to see the franchise being inspired by other Metroidvania. Also, the EMMI bring a whole new element of fear and vulnerability, just like the SA-X in Metrood Fusion.

    Unfortunately, Metroid dread was a bit too short. Itll take you 8 to 10 hours on average. But thats not the main problem. The problem is that theres very little replay value. The only reward you get for finishing the game quicker is some artwork, even on Hard thats all you get. Even in the old games you could unlock different suits. A new game+ wouldve helped. Once you're done with the game, theres very little reason to go back. I also wished that the game wasnt as linear but that's understandable given the focus on the story.    … Expand
  100. Remleh
    Oct 27, 2021
    8
    The good:
    Overall a very good game. The bad:
    A little to linear, you never feel lost. The graphics is good but perhaps som cell-shaded 3D graphics would look better. Areas differ to little from each other in appearance.
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#9 Best Switch Game of 2021
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#1 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2021

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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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