Metroid Dread

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  1. jose-antonio-5
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Exactamente lo que esperaba de un nuevo Metroid, ambientación, exploración, perderme y pararme a pensar en cual será mi siguiente paso.
    Añádele un control jodi******* exquisito y un mapa por el que da gusto volver sobre tus pasos con nuevas habilidades, y tienes un juego a la altura de la leyenda de Super Metroid
  2. riccyjay
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Contender for the title of best 2D Metroid. Too early to tell because some of the others have stood up over decades, but on a first playthrough this hits al the right buttons. Samus has never moved faster or more fluidly, the range of abilities is phenomenal and you pick them up at lightning pace meaning (until you get stuck lol) you always feel like you're moving forward and advancing.Contender for the title of best 2D Metroid. Too early to tell because some of the others have stood up over decades, but on a first playthrough this hits al the right buttons. Samus has never moved faster or more fluidly, the range of abilities is phenomenal and you pick them up at lightning pace meaning (until you get stuck lol) you always feel like you're moving forward and advancing. That sense of momentum is something previous games lacked - deliberately, I'd say, but they still lacked it.

    The way the game gently leads you to the 'right' path is absolutely expert. I only got properly lost once and that was because I did something that, looking back, was very clearly sequence breaking. Once I went back to where I was 'supposed' to be, I moved on soon after. This is one of the best areas of the game, but it's hard to explain quite how it does this so well. You have, of course, almost total freedom, and can revisit almost any area at almost any time. However, it's also almost always obvious roughly in which area the next continuation path is located. This aspect of the game is brilliantly done.

    The EMMI sections are well done. They're tense encounters and the satisfaction of beating each one is always very real. They border on getting repetitive but never quite cross the boundary into becoming a negative.

    The visuals are stunning. So many different environments that extend deep into the third dimension and are often filled with life and movement. Some of the wider vistas are incredibly impressive. The game usually has a tight and claustrophobic focus on Samus and her immediate surrounds so on the occasions when it pans out for some grand view, the sense of scale feels magnificent.

    Music adds to the atmosphere wonderfully, and the enemies, bosses and other creatures you encounter are varied both in appearance and in challenge, keeping you constantly on your toes in the best way possible.

    All in all, an incredible experience and one that I suspect will hold up just as well in ten years as it does now, at which point I'd be more confident calling it the literal best 2D Metroid ever.    … Expand
  3. sparky1905
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. VERY MINOR SPOILERS in this review.

    Let me preface by saying that I am a new Metroid fan, having never played a game before in the series. I had to create an account to post this review, that should say a lot about how much I love this game, barely 3 days after launch. This game is SOOOO GOOD and such a joy to play! Samus's movement is really smooth and fluid, the platforming feels really good, and over the course of the game, the various power-ups you receive make it even more of a joy to traverse the environments.

    The enemies start off pretty weak but as you explore newer areas in planet ZDR, you start encountering tougher ones, some that can even take out an entire energy bar. But the combat options are very good, the melee counter in particular is excellent and even absurdly powerful at times. The bosses are pretty tough, but fair, and you feel satisfied after beating them.

    As for the EMMI zones and the EMMIs themselves, I really love this mechanic, makes the game live up to its name "Dread", the fear you experience while evading capture from these enemies is really fun to experience. The EMMIs progressively get tougher, but like the bosses, it feels super satisfying to beat them. I have only reached mid-game and the difficulty has gradually ramped up.

    Performance of the game is pretty much near perfect, except for some of the elevator and train sections where the framerate takes a hit, but that's nothing to lose sleep over. The combat and platforming are pretty smooth and look really good in near constant 60 fps.

    Honestly, my only complaints are the boss themes seem slightly generic, not too unique, and that you can't remap the controls in-game (although you do get used to it after a while). Even then, I rate this 10/10 and an absolute must have, even if you have never played a Metroid game before. I've read a lot about how the duration is pretty low, and while I'm someone who prefers longer duration games (cost is a big deal for me, so I prefer a good price-playtime ratio), in this case I do not regret spending $60 on this game, purely because every moment playing it feels so amazing and enjoyable.    … Expand
  4. WizardOfBlood
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sin duda alguna es un juego 100% recomendable, no es un juego fácil, ni para los experimentados, si quieres desfrutar al máximo su lore y entender todo y fascinarte con todo su esplendor te recomiendo ver videos explicando los primeros 4 juegos, las controles son engorrosos, si, pero, tienen muchas habilidades y combinaciones posibles y una vez dominados eres dios ante tus rivales. cuando entiendes donde viene la historia, (desde el manga, hasta metroid 4, incluyendo metroid other M), el final te dejara tiritando de la emoción con los ojos con lagrimas y emocionado por ver como continuara.… Expand
  5. Enrique0912
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Amazing Game. It's the game of the year, at least for me. I can't wait to get a sequel.
  6. blalack
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    A great game overall, with a few minor blemishes along the way.

    First, this game 's combat is essentially a sequel to Samus Returns on the 3DS. It is 2D, and the melee counter makes a return. This is not in the vein of Metroid Prime. (3D FPS) Just because it is 2D doesn't mean it isn't complex; the combat has a lot of depth and a good, fair difficulty. Definitely have to learn some boss    A great game overall, with a few minor blemishes along the way.

    First, this game 's combat is essentially a sequel to Samus Returns on the 3DS. It is 2D, and the melee counter makes a return. This is not in the vein of Metroid Prime. (3D FPS) Just because it is 2D doesn't mean it isn't complex; the combat has a lot of depth and a good, fair difficulty. Definitely have to learn some boss patterns in a classic, "git gud" fashion.

    Story wise, this is a sequel to Metroid Fusion and has a lot of callbacks to that game. If you are nostalgic for that game, this game will give you the tinglies. Definitely a bit of fan service here (which is a good thing.)

    The game is relatively linear; even though you can explore, there is usually only one "correct" path at a time, and if you listen, the game will tell you. Some might be turned off by the lack of hand-holding though. Gameplay goes like: Find new power, go back to wherever that power was needed, rinse repeat. A satisfying loop. This game isn't super long either, I beat my first playthrough in about 6 hours. However, these games are EXTREMELY replayable, so that should add some value for the price tag. It's about quality and not excess quantity here; it isn't bloated like other metroidvanias in the genre.

    The stealth sections are a mixed bag. On the one hand, they are fun and interesting at first. On the other, they become a bit tedious and not fun, especially the later ones. They aren't particularly "dread" inducing as you the game implies; the EMMI aren't scary and since respawns were so close I'd legit just let them kill me sometimes so I could reset the room. Thankfully, the game ended right as these wore out their welcome.

    Overall, amazing game and a return to form utilizing the Switch hardware. This style of Metroid game is usually on a handheld so it looks and sounds a lot better here.    … Expand
  7. yandycandy
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Best 2D Metroid game yet, my personal game of the year! Some of the best boss fights I have ever experience in a game. Tough, but sooo satisfying!
  8. Cmartdri17
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Played over 20hrs and I can say it was one of the best experiences I had. Been waiting for a proper continuation to Fusion and we got it. If you want to play the best of Super and Fusion this is the game for you can't recommend it enough!
  9. fsq111111
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Great progress has been made in the picture and playing method. The only defect is that there are few contents. You can get through the plot in about ten hours
  10. Segundo2
    Oct 10, 2021
    2
    No soy fan de la saga, puntuó con un dos por que según el público gamer los juegos de ps5 son caros con toda la calidad que tienen, este metroid es un 2D , juego indi por 60, contando que kena es un indi 3D con mejor motor gráfico y está a 40 lo veo algo ilógico que toda la comunidad que se quejaba de los precios de sony ahora celebren esto, cuando metroid es pura nostalgia con mecánicasNo soy fan de la saga, puntuó con un dos por que según el público gamer los juegos de ps5 son caros con toda la calidad que tienen, este metroid es un 2D , juego indi por 60, contando que kena es un indi 3D con mejor motor gráfico y está a 40 lo veo algo ilógico que toda la comunidad que se quejaba de los precios de sony ahora celebren esto, cuando metroid es pura nostalgia con mecánicas de juegos de hace 15 años, lo probé sin comprarlo y menos mal un juego de 20 euros como mucho, que será muy divertido pero es un simple 2D.… Expand
  11. 1980Gamerz
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    A Masterpiece! Nothing more to say. Great atmosphere,great controls,great visuals,graphics are great for the power of the system. Replayability is very high. Story is the best of all 2d Metroid games.
  12. Razyel
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente incrível e nostálgico!, muito bom ver a Nintendo trazendo grandes clássicos e mantendo sua originalidade. Nota máxima é pouco!!
  13. KevinPlay
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Metroid Dread ha superado todas mis expectativas, juego del año junto a NEO: The World Ends with You, no duden de comprarlo esto es calidad
  14. CryticSoul
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    It’s such a good game! I have been waiting for a long while for this game as most of us have. The story is great the gameplay is great! The control has been majorly improved. This was one of the coolest ways to end the story arc!

    To that minority of haters sorry you don’t know how to play a game and are so irrational, because you don’t know how to enjoy a game.
  15. Maddozman555
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Sin duda cumple la expectativa que se creó a lo largo de la espera de este deseado juego, con una dificultad desafiante que no cae en lo tedioso, un diseño de arte muy bueno que sabe tener buenos contrastes y crear atmósferas densas, un control fluido y con fps estables, metroid dread cumple perfectamente con lo que todo fan de la saga y del género metroidvania quiere y busca, lo único queSin duda cumple la expectativa que se creó a lo largo de la espera de este deseado juego, con una dificultad desafiante que no cae en lo tedioso, un diseño de arte muy bueno que sabe tener buenos contrastes y crear atmósferas densas, un control fluido y con fps estables, metroid dread cumple perfectamente con lo que todo fan de la saga y del género metroidvania quiere y busca, lo único que no me convenció del todo fue la música que a pesar de estar lejos de ser mala, no me pareció muy buena y que si decides jugarlo en modo dock encontrarás algunos detalles del entorno que desentonan un poco en calidad a comparación de lo demás, de ahí en más no tengo otros puntos desfavorables, un mustplay para los poseedores de una nintendo switch y los amantes del metroidvania… Expand
  16. LeMauro
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Metroid Dread has no problems, it depends on how you see it, some things that you should take into account before playing, they must be, the game is difficult, very difficult, but this only happens with bosses, this does not mean anything bad for the most part of time, since if you are experimenting in the saga it may not cost you so much, and added to the controls that are sometimesMetroid Dread has no problems, it depends on how you see it, some things that you should take into account before playing, they must be, the game is difficult, very difficult, but this only happens with bosses, this does not mean anything bad for the most part of time, since if you are experimenting in the saga it may not cost you so much, and added to the controls that are sometimes confusing, the boss fights may make you suffer.

    Then the false freedom, this game tries to make a fusion, between Metroid Fusion and Super Metroid, in level design specifically, this "False Freedom" consists of creating predefined corridors, and that you go through them, simple, Point A to Point B Although it is mixed with a Metroid Fusion design, with direct signals to where you have to go, but, the work that MercurySteam did, disguises it in an incredible way, which depending on how you see it, you may like it or otherwise.

    And also this same sins of some failures, as most of the game the music is generic, or derivatives. Of the rest, the game is PERFECT, its controls are for the most part fun and intuitive, the bosses can be fun if you learn their patterns, the same soundtrack of the Bosses is incredible, the atmosphere is tetric in some moments, and I can continue and follow.

    Before playing it I would recommend that you ask someone who already has it to try it, so these bugs do not ruin your game if you are picky.

    Thank you for reading    … Expand
  17. libarria
    Oct 10, 2021
    3
    I have been a metroid fan for a while, but this game is disappointing. The graphics are good, but it has lost what other metroid games did pretty well.
    The controls are kind of floaty. Sometimes samus will jump when you want it to run, or not stop in place.
    The progression on the game is (or feels) much slower than usual, less focused on exploration, compared to a Super Metroid or    I have been a metroid fan for a while, but this game is disappointing. The graphics are good, but it has lost what other metroid games did pretty well.
    The controls are kind of floaty. Sometimes samus will jump when you want it to run, or not stop in place.
    The progression on the game is (or feels) much slower than usual, less focused on exploration, compared to a Super Metroid or Metroid Zero.
    The gimmick of the game, the robots that chase you, gets old quickly. They are basically one hit kills. Metroid is supposed to be about exploring and using weapons, trying things, not dying over and over. Even when you have the cannon to deal with the robots, then it becomes almost a series of quicktime events.
    I honestly cannot recommend it, either go with 3D metroid or keep to the 2D classics.    … Expand
  18. 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
  19. AtSpeechLess
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s not really trying to be genre defining, just polishing what’s been done in the past games mainly the remake of Metroid 2. It’s still an amazing game each zone u pass through feels fun and full of adventure although that’s really an illusion when most of the zones are just filled up with missile up grades, kinda of a bummer when you’ve been wondering around for 2 hours only to find every hidden thing being a upgrade to health or missiles. On the up side movement always felt great combat and boss fights were just the best parts for me. Game can feel some what liner but that’s a difficult thing for me to explain I find my self comparing it to hollow knight but in hollow knight case ur only vaguely guided around the start while in dread it feels like ur being vaguely guided around your whole trip. Witch I guess isn’t a horrible thing doesn’t make the game any less fun. The difficulty of the game was also done really well never felt like something was impossible as long as I was paying attention to what’s being thrown at me, witch leads to the emme witch start off fairly simple but get more anxiety inducing later in the game especially with the emme that can hear u from anywhere. On the down side emme zones are mostly empty from what I found aside from a missile upgrade here and there. I won’t lie I wanted something hollow knight levels from the genre defining franchise Metroid but even tho I wasn’t given that I still had a great time with dread and what it had to offer. can’t wait till the next mission.… Expand
  20. Jairozi
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Game of the year, all the hype was worth it, I hope Nintendo will continue the Metroid saga, this one was brilliant
  21. Andresalejo1994
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Excelente tituló, bastante fluido los controles y variedad de enemigos, dificultad alta pero satisfacción garantizada al vencer cualquier boss
  22. Flomo
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Klasse ,einfach perfekt , grandios
    Super Welten Design,spitzen Presentation,
  23. Karpisd
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A worthy 5th Installment of the Metroid main-series, the smoothest and best Gameplay (wise) experience. So far one of the best Switch and Nintendo Games so far. The Emmi's bring a fresh experience. MercurySteam and Nintendo show us with Metroid Dread how a real Metroid(vania) work.… Expand
  24. clbull
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    Dread is one of those games that's masterfully crafted with tight controls, great (albeit briefly linear) progression, some of the best boss battles in the series and one of the greatest Metroid stories ever told.

    So why can't I give this game my highest acolade? The E.M.M.I ruin it. Their stealth/chase sections are daunting, dread-inducing and off-putting to the new player, lead to    Dread is one of those games that's masterfully crafted with tight controls, great (albeit briefly linear) progression, some of the best boss battles in the series and one of the greatest Metroid stories ever told.

    So why can't I give this game my highest acolade? The E.M.M.I ruin it.

    Their stealth/chase sections are daunting, dread-inducing and off-putting to the new player, lead to many cheap one-hit deaths, yet for the seasoned veteran you can pretty much run to where you need to go without any danger of being captured or killed - for the most part anyway.

    Stealth sections shouldn't be something you can blitz through by sprinting through with zero f**ks given. That's the hallmarks of a bad stealth game masquerading as an action-adventure game, which reminds me a lot of Harry Potter & the Chamber of Secrets, except Metroid Dread has a very competently built Metroidvania beneath the surface.

    It shouldn't be counter-intuitive to sneak around and survey the situation, especially when that's far more likely to impede your progress and put you in danger.

    Most of the E.M.M.I are manageable for seasoned players. White is only a challenge because you don't unlock the Phantom Cloak until after it's dead, while Green, Yellow, even Blue can be eluded with relative ease if you know what you're doing.

    Purple E.M.M.I is without doubt the worst foe you'll face. It can see through walls, has incredible sight & hearing, and the moment you enter its domain, you had better make damn sure to haul ass and expend your Phantom Cloak for as long as possible, because one slip-up, and this thing will catch up to you and jam its blade into your sternum faster than you can say "What the f**k?"    … Expand
  25. ichigokiller47
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This "game", is game of the year, I'm gonna keep this short and sweet, yes there are changes from traditional Metroid games, free movement, parry, E.M.M.I. encounters, and more elaborate cinematic moments. All these add to the games existing systems however. This game is massive, to get everything opened up for items and map, takes some time. But so do all metroidvania games. The onlyThis "game", is game of the year, I'm gonna keep this short and sweet, yes there are changes from traditional Metroid games, free movement, parry, E.M.M.I. encounters, and more elaborate cinematic moments. All these add to the games existing systems however. This game is massive, to get everything opened up for items and map, takes some time. But so do all metroidvania games. The only thing I would like to see added to this game is incentive to complete on the higher difficulty. Like in Metroid Samus Returns you get the Fusion suit. Would be nice if they would give a new suit for completing the game. Other than that this game is a 10/10 - Now can't wait for Metroid Prime 4.… Expand
  26. 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.
  27. SirArthur
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Después de Super Metroid y Metroid Fusion, este es el mejor juego de la saga en 2D. Fresco, moderno y a la vez sin perder un ápice de su esencia que hizo esta franquicia de las mejores del mundillo, los nintenderos y los amantes del género search action -que no metroidvania-, que te puedas hechar en las manos. GRACIAS NINTENDO, GRACIAS MERCURYSTEAM, por esta magna JOYA.
  28. ChrisAvenue_
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    WOW, just WOW, Metroid Dread takes the same ol' formula and revamps it and give some good twists and works so good. I can't imagine how Samus's story is gonna continue from that ending. I hope it sells well so we can get Metroid 6 before 19 years pass again lol
  29. MILAGROWAVE
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amo metroid desde que era niño y es volver al pasado increible juego de 10 aunque a veces parece que es un poco lineal y pierde esa caracteristica de exploracion pues se siente asi a veces pero sin duda aun con eso es un juego perfecto en lo personal… Expand
  30. Vick93
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Live.Die.Repeat.
    I have never died so much in a metroid game before but I love it for the same reason as the game pushes me to become better at playing it. The E.M.M.I are the dread the title alludes to and getting caught by them is instant death most times. The game also never spoonfeeds it lets you explore and find your way so be ready to get lost a few times. Overall Metroid dread is a    Live.Die.Repeat.
    I have never died so much in a metroid game before but I love it for the same reason as the game pushes me to become better at playing it. The E.M.M.I are the dread the title alludes to and getting caught by them is instant death most times. The game also never spoonfeeds it lets you explore and find your way so be ready to get lost a few times. Overall Metroid dread is a challenging yet an excellent action game. Go for it but just be read to die alot.    … Expand
  31. loezix
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Game is amazing,

    This is one of those you can't get enough.

    Must play.

    Switch's best game for me
  32. Pipboy10187
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    A non-stop thrill ride from beginning to end. Intense and fun combat. A beautifully created 2.5 D world with the most detailed map the franchise has ever seen making 100 percenting accessible to all players.
  33. Timeflies164
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This was my first Metroid game and I am completely blown away by it. I am now a Metroid fan! This game is challenging in the best way possible. Fantastic game!
  34. KirbyOfTheStars
    Oct 10, 2021
    4
    Listen, there are a few things that go without saying: Visually? This game is very cool. The aesthetic is beautiful! The core gunplay is quick, and fun, and many of the mechanics are interesting. The EMMI encounters are stressful and challenging, but once you understand the gameplay loop they become manageable, and even an enjoyable hurdle to overcome.

    I wanted to love this game but it    Listen, there are a few things that go without saying: Visually? This game is very cool. The aesthetic is beautiful! The core gunplay is quick, and fun, and many of the mechanics are interesting. The EMMI encounters are stressful and challenging, but once you understand the gameplay loop they become manageable, and even an enjoyable hurdle to overcome.

    I wanted to love this game but it wouldn't let me. Everything about this game and its design is hostile to the player. The baseline difficulty is obnoxious, past the point of old "Nintendo-hard" charm to making it just not worth it to try. It's the difference between the fun of a challenge hot sauce at a local chain restaurant and police grade pepper spray on your chicken wings. One is fun, challenging, and worth the sweat - the other is malicious and questionable in its utility.

    Sheer difficulty of some of the encounters aside, the game gives you virtually no understanding whatsoever of where you're meant to be going and why. If you're not close by a strategy guide or walkthrough, you're going to spend nearly 90% of your time wandering from screen to screen shooting the floor and wondering why there aren't some helpful waypoints like every other game that's ever been produced.

    To be clear, there were many times playing this that I was really enjoying myself, or hitting my stride. It was these moments that made me so sad that the rest of the game seemed to be so aggressively anti-player.    … Expand
  35. mishi631
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Wow, what a hell of a game. Have always loved Metriod since 1989 on the NES. My favourite is Super Metroid for SNES!! I love this saga!
  36. GameReviewer293
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    The best metroidvania game of all time. This will win game of the year 100%. The environments are stunning, the gameplay is difficult. One of the best video games. Ever.
  37. PainisDeWitt
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    It was a really cool experience, overall, Mercury Steam refined the formula and listened to player feedback from Samus Returns.

    The movement is superb and the combat is waaaaay better. The story: amazing, with a good conclusion and a lot of lore. I think it ends the main storyline on a really good note. The only thing that sets back this game for me and the reason I didn't give it    It was a really cool experience, overall, Mercury Steam refined the formula and listened to player feedback from Samus Returns.

    The movement is superb and the combat is waaaaay better.

    The story: amazing, with a good conclusion and a lot of lore. I think it ends the main storyline on a really good note.

    The only thing that sets back this game for me and the reason I didn't give it a 10 is the soundtrack. It's forgettable and there isn't a piece that made me go "wow, instant banger" I think they could've done a better job on the music department.    … Expand
  38. DennisRodrigues
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Jogo raiz, mantem a dificuldade dos classicos
    Bons graficos, melhor plataforma do ano
  39. FoxReno
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Wow!!!!! This game is awesome!! The best Metroid I've ever played!! Congratulations NINTENDO!!!
  40. Enriquezs
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Es el mejor metroid 2 D mucho más de lo que se veía en los trailer jugabilidad espectacular, tiene una exploración muy buena, la habilidades son muy suaves apartado técnico impecable que mas puedo decir mi goty personal.
  41. A_coat
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    It is a difficult game. But man have game controls ever been tighter? The sound quality is top notch and adds to the tension. It is downright horror at some points. OMG they really did it.
  42. oconnoclast
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Absolutely fantastic game that demonstrates that some approaches to game design never go out of fashion. In a world with lots of cinematic narrative games, Metroid Dread was a breath of fresh air. At times brutal, but never unfairly, the game will challenge all but a gaming savant. Living up to its name, entering EMMI zones definitely inspires a sense of dread, and the boss fights andAbsolutely fantastic game that demonstrates that some approaches to game design never go out of fashion. In a world with lots of cinematic narrative games, Metroid Dread was a breath of fresh air. At times brutal, but never unfairly, the game will challenge all but a gaming savant. Living up to its name, entering EMMI zones definitely inspires a sense of dread, and the boss fights and hidden items will test (perhaps aging like mine) reflexes.

    The presentation of the game is stellar, and after the character assassination of Samus in Other M, Dread finally presents one of gaming's leading ladies in a way befitting of someone who is billed as an intergalactic badass. Despite running on the Switch, the game looks aesthetically pleasing and for the most part runs at a smooth framerate. The music could be better, and while serviceable isn't very memorable. It lacks the melodic punch of past entries. It's the sole reason I didn't award a 10.

    Don't be mislead by How Long To Beat times: displayed run times don't count restarts. It took me a weekend of solid binging to finish the game. The timer showed around 9 hours. And now that I've finished it, I want to go back and play it again. In some ways, it's ruined other games for me. I've had so much fun playing this, feeling like a little kid again, that I don't want to look at other recent affairs. Truly one of the standouts of the year for me, and easily one of the best games on Switch.    … Expand
  43. Goose12
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    An amazing experience and well worth the wait! Cannot stress enough how awesome this game is!
  44. Ferzeblaze
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Despues de terminar el juego, me quede impresionado por toda la dedicacion de parte de MercurySteam y Nintendo en realizar este juego, que sin duda alguna sera un candidato a GOTY, sin hacer spoiler, si te gusta la exploracion, un combate fluido, buenos controles, graficos buenos, todos los apartados estan bien cuidados, la batalla de jefes es de las mejores que se han mostrado en laDespues de terminar el juego, me quede impresionado por toda la dedicacion de parte de MercurySteam y Nintendo en realizar este juego, que sin duda alguna sera un candidato a GOTY, sin hacer spoiler, si te gusta la exploracion, un combate fluido, buenos controles, graficos buenos, todos los apartados estan bien cuidados, la batalla de jefes es de las mejores que se han mostrado en la franquicia y eso es decir mucho.

    Gameplay: 10
    - Un combate fluido, recomiendo el uso del pro controller ya que permite un agarre comodo y fluido, al principio te tomara tiempo agarrarle la onda a los controles pero una vez que sabes que hace casa boton te responde tan bien, Samus literalmente se mueve hacia donde tu quieres, el power beam, los misiles, la morph ball, todos los añadidos estan bien utilizados, la batalla contra los jefes es de las mejores que he visto en un juego en 2D y el uso de los controles, el gameplay fluido, una samus versatil en todo momento hacw de esto un gameplay 10 de 10

    Historia: 10
    - Al inicio te dan una explicacion de los puntos clave de lo que tienes que saber para entender esta historia, Metroid no se caracteriza por tener una historia dificil de entender pero se caracteriza por tener un mundo enriquecedor en donde puedes adentrarte en su ambiente, en Metroid hay mucha historia contada por movimientos de enemigos hacia Samus, sin hacer spoiler esta historia es la epica conclusion de Samus con los enemigos conocidos como Metroid, sin duda alguna los fans veteranos y los nuevos quedaran impresionados con lo que sucede en este juego.

    Exploración: 10
    - Sin duda alguna la exploración es algo clave en los juegos de Metroid, este juego no solo te invita a que explores sino que te hace evaluar bien la situacion de peligro en la que se encuentra Samus, el mapeado es increible te dice cada detalle para que te ubiques mejor durante tu experiencia, el ambiente se siente increible los fondos en 3D son impresionantes sin duda alguna añaden la inmersion durante el gameplay.

    Musica/Sonido: 10
    -La musica del juego cumple su funcion, tal vez no sea la mejor de un juego de metroid pero sin duda alguna te mete en el juego, escuchar esa musica en donde te hace sentir tension sin mencionar que durante la batalla de jefes la musica te hace sentir adrenalina, el sonido esta bien hecho, los disparos suenan bien, el rebote de la morphball contra el piso tambien suena, en general muy buen sonido.

    Graficos y FPS: 10
    Los graficos estan perfectos sin mencionar que la switch tiene ciertas limitaciones pero lograron mantener el juego a 60 fps lo cual hace que el juego se sienta mucho mas fluido.

    Conclusion:
    Metroid Dread es una obra maestra, Nintendo y MercurySteam hicieron magia con este juego, es un clasico moderno, un videojuego que se siente fiel a la formula de los videojuegos clasicos de Metroid adaptado a una formula de los juegos modernos, sin duda este juego se hablara por mucho tiempo y es un must have si tienes una Nintendo Switch, lo lograron, hiceron un juego digno de la franquicia de Metroid y una epica conclusion a la historia de Samus con los Metroids.    … Expand
  45. Sergiox
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    No me lo esperaba tan bueno, gráficos 2d super bonitos, te llevan a la época 16bits, jugabilidad y apartado técnico en general excelente. Muy recomendado.
  46. LuigiRetrogamer
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Una soberbia adición a la querida saga. Gráficos muy bien logrados, historia que te mantiene interesado, un control preciso y responsivo. La música es el único pequeño pero que le pongo, pues carece de las grandiosas melodías a las que estábamos acostumbrados y optaron por hacerla más ambiental. En resumen fantástica obra que no puede faltar en tu colección.
  47. NEMESISRE
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    The game is a love letter to long time fans, this wasn’t my first metroid, it is fun to see the progression of the gameplay of the metroid franchise It feel new and familiar at the same time, definitely one of the best metroid games
  48. Tinte
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    It is appreciated how mercurysteam managed to bring this generation to this metroid, using everything learned from the metroid II samus return and improving it in all aspects, just maybe the soundtrack could be better but it smells like a competition to goty 2021
  49. Uranus007
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    The hype for this game was unreal. The first 2d Metroid game since Metroid Fusion in 2002. 19 years have passed, we've gotten 2 remakes and a great fan one. Now, Dread Day is everyday. HOLY CRAP THIS GAME IS GOOD. The controls, best in the series, Samus is extremely fluid and very versatile. I'm sure the speedrunners will have a field day with this. Story, well done and greatly thoughtThe hype for this game was unreal. The first 2d Metroid game since Metroid Fusion in 2002. 19 years have passed, we've gotten 2 remakes and a great fan one. Now, Dread Day is everyday. HOLY CRAP THIS GAME IS GOOD. The controls, best in the series, Samus is extremely fluid and very versatile. I'm sure the speedrunners will have a field day with this. Story, well done and greatly thought out. If I had to give a couple of complaints, the game seems to lock you off very often, there are a lack of optional items and the early game is not as good as post morph ball. EMMIs also aren't that used in the second half which is a bit disappointing but it's ok. EMMIs are also a really nice addition and while I was sceptical, I have grown to love these sections. Overall, I'm unsure If I want to call this the best in the series yet but when I fully beat it my judgement will decide that. But even so, a brilliant game that with some minor tweaks to its structure, could fuse the perfect Metroid experience for all to enjoy.… Expand
  50. javieerGarcia
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Great conclusion to the Metroid arch!! Great plot twists, amazing boss fights and beautiful controls. As a Metroid fan, I am not dissappinted, at all! One of the best Metroid games of all time.
  51. CriBabey
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    All this time waiting was honestly worth it. Metroid Dread is easily one of my top games of, especially on the switch. The gameplay is fast paced, but also really smooth and fluid. The control scheme is honestly been the best out of any Metroid game so far, and has improved drastically. The cutscenes are honestly amazing, the boss fights are challenging but really enjoyable, and the storyAll this time waiting was honestly worth it. Metroid Dread is easily one of my top games of, especially on the switch. The gameplay is fast paced, but also really smooth and fluid. The control scheme is honestly been the best out of any Metroid game so far, and has improved drastically. The cutscenes are honestly amazing, the boss fights are challenging but really enjoyable, and the story was so good. This game doesn't joke around, and you will die a LOT, though after a few deaths here and there you will learn and eventually push through; the game just requires some learning. I've played this game and completed it 100% and I can say this is a must play.… Expand
  52. Ensaquin85
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Es un gran juego clásico y con lo moderno excelente trabajó..yo le doy un 10, es una obra de arte..
  53. TulioDan
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Un juego hermoso visual y artisticentehablando, divertido, dificultad desafiante, dinamico y con una esencia que ya no se ve en juegos actuales. Si a alguien lo le gusto, debera admitir almenos 1 de las grandezas del juego o te esta mintiendo
  54. CatchPhrase
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    9.1/10
    Pros:
    Best control response in the series Best visuals in the series Best Atmosphere in the series Counter mechanics are fluid, stylish and fun Bosses are fantastic and layered with hidden mechanics most players don't know-- there are multiple bosses with one-hit kills Final boss is best in the series Cons: Music is forgetabble/ Not really something fun to listen to like    9.1/10
    Pros:
    Best control response in the series
    Best visuals in the series
    Best Atmosphere in the series
    Counter mechanics are fluid, stylish and fun
    Bosses are fantastic and layered with hidden mechanics most players don't know-- there are multiple bosses with one-hit kills
    Final boss is best in the series

    Cons:
    Music is forgetabble/ Not really something fun to listen to like other titles
    Plot's confusing-- communities are arguing over the endings' meanings
    Ending in general after the last boss fight is lacluster    … Expand
  55. LucasPK
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Melhor metroid que já joguei! Não tinha visto nada assim desde Metroid Samus Returns.
  56. 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
  57. Abrahamaguirre
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego de metroid que he jugado, excelente diseño de niveles y jefes.
  58. Sanahewo
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    The title is simply amazing. I raised playing Fusion and Zero Mission over and over again with 6 years old and, in Dread, I felt like I was enjoying those years again. The control is so satisfactory and the counter-attacks have a good reaction time. The narrative is at top level like the scenario designs. The only bad thing I could say it's that I finished the game and I only remember theThe title is simply amazing. I raised playing Fusion and Zero Mission over and over again with 6 years old and, in Dread, I felt like I was enjoying those years again. The control is so satisfactory and the counter-attacks have a good reaction time. The narrative is at top level like the scenario designs. The only bad thing I could say it's that I finished the game and I only remember the last boss fight song, but I'm pretty sure with a 2nd run I'll enjoy the game better because I was speedrunning to avoid spoilers. Thank you Mercury Steam!!… Expand
  59. Rootbeerisgood
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    What am exhilarating experience! The atmosphere is so real and the game really does flex its budget with the set pieces it shows. Love it. Definitely my favorite metroidvania so far.
  60. XIONCR
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metroid Dread has proven that 2D games featuring new technologies and brilliant design makes the franchise fans and new players, experience the true essence of the game’s story, a very well adapted way to introduce you from past deliveries to this new chapter. If this video game surprised you on Nintendo’s Direct announcement, playing it will take you deep down the surface of new living creatures and strong emotions thanks to the E.M.M.I.… Expand
  61. 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.
  62. Morsi
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Metroid dread is the best Metroidvenia game of all the time and it must to play game in switch ❤️❤️ Well done Nintendo
  63. Mocking
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Todas las mecanicas de los juegos de metroid perfeccionadas en este juego sin duda alguna es un nuevo clasico si es tu primer metroid o ya eres un fan con muchos años jugando sus juegos.
    El Metroid Dread es el que mas profundiza en las batallas contra jefes siento es donde mas brilla y es donde mas lo disfrute peleas rapidas, momentos exactos del parry, buscar el punto debil del enemigo un gran juego sin duda alguna    … Expand
  64. demianup
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Amazing and ultra funny game! Love every second of it. I have just finished it and I'm in love.
  65. Greentokage
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Llevo jugando más de 15 horas.
    Me a encantado todo lo que llevo de juego.
    No creo que pueda compararse con otra entrega anterior a mejorado para bien.
  66. Wally_22
    Oct 10, 2021
    5
    Exquisito, todo lo que he estado esperando por años un Metroid a la altura, con la misma fórmula pero con nuevos agregados y con una historia atrapante. Ya voy por la segunda vuelta y no y no deja de engancharme. Un juegazo
  67. Mack9393
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    I’m surprised by how good Metroid Dread is. First game that I’ve played in a while that has seemed worthwhile getting day one. I wish I had this during lockdown.
  68. automatista
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Soy de Chile, no soy muy fan de Metroid, pero le tengo cariño desde que jugué al Super Metroid, esperaba con ansias poder sentir la experiencia del pasado y me apunté. Me sorprendió la jugabilidad y la atmosfera que brinda la Banda Sonora. Sinceramente me parece el juego un poco corto y la verdad nunca te puedes perder, pero se compensa con la tensión que generan las zonas E.M.M.I.
    Seguro    Soy de Chile, no soy muy fan de Metroid, pero le tengo cariño desde que jugué al Super Metroid, esperaba con ansias poder sentir la experiencia del pasado y me apunté. Me sorprendió la jugabilidad y la atmosfera que brinda la Banda Sonora. Sinceramente me parece el juego un poco corto y la verdad nunca te puedes perder, pero se compensa con la tensión que generan las zonas E.M.M.I.
    Seguro que tiene algún contenido extra preparado, y espero no sea de pago.
    Todo mi apoyo para este juegazo y para el desarrollo de alguna nueva entrega.    … Expand
  69. 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.
  70. polarbeartime
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    This game is solid. I think this game is made for people who are curious about the MetroidVania genre. This one guides you well, plays smoothly and is not very punishing: i recommend you try it. It's a short blast with great movement and I like the combat. There is a lot of repeated bosses but I enjoyed their design so it didn't affect me negatively.
    As for exploration: there was pretty    This game is solid. I think this game is made for people who are curious about the MetroidVania genre. This one guides you well, plays smoothly and is not very punishing: i recommend you try it. It's a short blast with great movement and I like the combat. There is a lot of repeated bosses but I enjoyed their design so it didn't affect me negatively.
    As for exploration: there was pretty much none once I understood there's only 2 ways to go.
    1. you find a place (transport, boss, item), you're supposed to be here at this point in the game.
    2. you got a new item, find what blockage can now be passed.
    So that looped until i found the final boss. There's more health and ammo upgrades to be found but that's it. All in all, I had a great time.    … Expand
  71. Game_Critical
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    An excellent game! I absolutely loved it, a worthwhile successor to the original Metroid games. The graphics are smooth and great looking, combining the 2D style with modern technology. The controls are fantastic and improve on the original, combined with an interesting story.
    Only downside is that it's a pretty short game.
  72. Xedmed
    Oct 10, 2021
    0
    This game is quite frankly abysmal. It's a sluggish, tedious mess. Between reusing boss fights 6 times, an over reliance on rather annoying timing and the fact the the E.M.M.I aren't on predetermined routes through their entire area (they're always in the room you enter) make this a chore to play. Mercury steam absolutely love one way doors as well as making your way forwardThis game is quite frankly abysmal. It's a sluggish, tedious mess. Between reusing boss fights 6 times, an over reliance on rather annoying timing and the fact the the E.M.M.I aren't on predetermined routes through their entire area (they're always in the room you enter) make this a chore to play. Mercury steam absolutely love one way doors as well as making your way forward instantaneously closes the way back, making exploration rather annoying and causing you to take the longest way to get everywhere. Speaking of exploration your map is a mess. Beyond clustered with so many icons and they don't disappear when you collect them (they got slightly transparent, but are still there. So heaven help you if you forgot to get anything previously. The tension that everyone talks about is lost instantaneously as you get killed instantly getting ambushed by an E.M.M.I opening a door for the third time. The controls are a cluster **** (seriously nintendo mappable buttons) and you have to get your fingers dancing continuously throughout the game. Now I say this being a die hard metroid fan. I love every other game in this series (even Metroid 2) but this is a mess. It has elements that could make it brilliant, but again structure of levels, laborious order of upgrades (still waiting for the gravity suit at this point and the level design is ****ing killing me not having it) and the fact that Samus' suit is made of paper makes this the worst experience in the Metroid franchise. And to all you metroid die hards gushing over this as its the first one we've got in 19 years, stop. Be honest and ask yourselves is this my favourite? As if you say yes you're a liar and haven't played any of the others.… Expand
  73. SrQueso
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    realmente este se lleva el premio a la mejor secuela de juego alguno, la espera de años valio la pena
  74. It_Dat_Boi
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This is basically my first metroid game and all I can say is WOW it's so fun, I was worried that this game would be very hard to new comers but I'm able to manage and make my way through the game the exploration is top notch and the upgrades are so satisfying so worth it
  75. CTD9168
    Oct 10, 2021
    0
    So, this is my verdict after beating the game.

    Just give me the Prime Trilogy back already. I would rather play other M than this game. The story contradicts the current timeline and made me cringe. It call comes down to bad guy trying to take over the galaxy. That's it. simple and redundant to a lot other stories. The controls need work. Half of the time they would not respond or    So, this is my verdict after beating the game.

    Just give me the Prime Trilogy back already. I would rather play other M than this game.

    The story contradicts the current timeline and made me cringe. It call comes down to bad guy trying to take over the galaxy. That's it. simple and redundant to a lot other stories.

    The controls need work. Half of the time they would not respond or do what I inputed and the other half, there was just enough input lag to cause issues.

    Frame rate drop increased as you progressed through the story. A lot of times, it would sit on a black screen for a minute before it finally could load.

    There are no objective markers or any kind of reminder of where you need to get to. The tutorials aren't even helpful. You will get lost for hours before a lucky shot reveals a hidden block. Map is not helpful at all as well.

    The menu and map buttons are reversed than just about every other game. There is no remappong also. There is not even a way to toggle buttons instead of having to hold it down.

    Boss fights were not fun at all. Most of them did not even give you anything also.

    The EMNI enemies felt like they had god mode and was based on RNG on their locations. The countering for these enemies need reworked also. The queues that are supposed to help you came after the attack happened making the queues completely useless.

    After completing the game, I felt disgusted and that I wasted my time. How is this really a metroid game?

    I recommended something else like the Castlevania Advanced Collection instead of buying this.    … Expand
  76. Rustaine
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Gran final para el arco argumental de Samus con los metroid, excelente jugabilidad y un diseño artístico a la altura, Mercury Steam hizo un gran trabajo con este juego mejorando lo logrado con Samus returns, totalmente recomiendo comprar el juego.
  77. AzafranX
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    ¿Qué puedo decir? El juego ha sido una sorpresa para mi. Mis expectativas eran altas, porque debía ser la continuación de Metroid Fusion, y aún así Nintendo pudo superarlas. Tengo que comenzar con la agilidad increíble de Samus, es tan veloz que recorrer los mundos es una experiencia que supera la de las anteriores entregas. Las animaciones son muy pulidas y el juego está bastante¿Qué puedo decir? El juego ha sido una sorpresa para mi. Mis expectativas eran altas, porque debía ser la continuación de Metroid Fusion, y aún así Nintendo pudo superarlas. Tengo que comenzar con la agilidad increíble de Samus, es tan veloz que recorrer los mundos es una experiencia que supera la de las anteriores entregas. Las animaciones son muy pulidas y el juego está bastante optimizado porque se mantiene en 60fps en todo momento, excepto en algunas cinemáticas, que son espectaculares. El diseño de niveles es una obra maestra, su forma laberíntica se une con la agilidad de Samus para ofrecer una jugabilidad pocas veces vista. En cuanto a los mundos, me sentía constantemente perdido en un mundo alienígena debido a su complejidad, pero creo que ha sido una sensación que me gustó bastante: aunque estaba extraviado, nunca quedé atrapado sin poder avanzar. El juego muy sutilmente te va abriendo los caminos para que la exploración nunca cese. El estilo artístico es fenomenal. En cuanto a los E.M.M.I., son una de las partes más interesantes de esta entrega, como su propio nombre lo dice: Terror. No es necesariamente horror, sino terror de ser asesinado instantáneamente, pero huir de ellos es muy emocionante; es como el SA-X pero con muchísima más importancia, no son un enemigo lejano, sino que constante en las zonas que controlan. Y no solo se trata de correr, sino de ser estratégico, porque hay que resolver acertijos al mismo tiempo que escapas por tu vida. Simplemente fascinante. En cuanto a los demás jefes, debo confesar que son bastante difíciles, a pesar de ser experimentado en el género, han sido un desafío, lo que hace al juego divertido y nada genérico. Por último, me ha gustado cómo Samus Aran es presentada en este juego: la mera jefa de todos (por no usar otra expresión). Han reconstruido su personalidad como siempre la habíamos imaginado, un personaje empoderado que no le tiene miedo a nada, ni duda dos veces antes de acabar con las amenazas. La historia tiene un fin satisfactorio, no digo más para que lo descubras tú mismo. Es una obra de arte, le doy 97… Expand
  78. haydens
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    i can understand why as a non-metroid fan you wouldn't really care for this game, but as a fan of the series it hits every note perfectly.
  79. Kokun23
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Un juego increíble, muy cuidado en todos los detalles y una jugabilidad muy buena.
  80. Nelson101
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Oh man so good I think that's all you need buy a copy! Give in to temptation it's worth it.
  81. 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.
  82. Seram40
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    No me lo esperaba!!vaya obra maestra ..me encanta la jugabilidad que tiene ,como va aumentando la dificultad,etc…no he dejado de jugarlo en todo el finde..!enhorabuena NINTENDO!
  83. RapleXFlacK
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Nunca había calificado un juegos, pienso que este a sido de las mejores experiencias que el año nos a dado, tanto jugable como argumentalmente
  84. Dacora
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Im in love with this game, Mercury Steam didn't stutter making a game with a difficulty that not everyone can handle and at the same time, it doesn't feel over the top difficult. The world is complex, well design, love the backgrounds and environments, music and cutscenes, the final boss really is the Cherry on top!! 10/10 for Metroidvannia fans!
  85. Sadicust
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Mejor Metroid 2D hasta la fecha, MercurySteam lo ha dado todo para ofrecernos una de las mejores experiencias que la Switch tiene para ofrecer. Te hace usar todas tus habilidades en combate, y lo hace de forma satisfactoria. Está diseñado de manera que te premia por realizar "sequence breaking", algo que muchos fans de la saga valoran. La pelea final es una delicia.
  86. IncognitoCheez
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Being the first new 2D game since Fusion, this is actually the first new mainline game that doesn’t have a pixel art style, and the new artstyle is SO NICE

    Graphics are great, framerate is buttery smooth, playing Samus is is what can only be described as really really fun. Game is challenging but thats not new to the genre. If you’ve never played a metroidvania tho, it’s still a great    Being the first new 2D game since Fusion, this is actually the first new mainline game that doesn’t have a pixel art style, and the new artstyle is SO NICE


    Graphics are great, framerate is buttery smooth, playing Samus is is what can only be described as really really fun.

    Game is challenging but thats not new to the genre. If you’ve never played a metroidvania tho, it’s still a great game to try the genre out in    … Expand
  87. Sangymts
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    the ambient music, the great scenes in which if you lose your way they consume you hours of speedrun, how well guided its plot. Unquestionably the best lateral scrolling control ever seen and they can give the examples they want and they won't reach this level. So as not to gut anything, he left it there, it's just a part
  88. SenseiMiguel
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    It is the original "Metroidvania" genre franchise. Great enviroments. It keeps you awake all the time. The mystery of the areas and EMMI's are beautifully well made. Boss sequences are amazings. The new mechanics are outstanding! Simply a masterpiece. The queen is back!!
  89. Vicentegora
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Es el mejor juego de metroid 2d que he jugado, los he jugado todos, tiene una dificultad bastante alta, acorde a la tonalidad del juego, la música es muy inmersiva, el desarrollo de niveles muy bien realizado, probablemente el juego del año, es una locura, es muy emocionante y dinámico, la jugabilidad es perfecta.
    Al principio es muy llevadero, pero en la medidas que avanzas se torna muy    Es el mejor juego de metroid 2d que he jugado, los he jugado todos, tiene una dificultad bastante alta, acorde a la tonalidad del juego, la música es muy inmersiva, el desarrollo de niveles muy bien realizado, probablemente el juego del año, es una locura, es muy emocionante y dinámico, la jugabilidad es perfecta.
    Al principio es muy llevadero, pero en la medidas que avanzas se torna muy complejo y tienes que ir perfeccionando la técnica más y más.    … Expand
  90. Eddw4rf
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Una absoluta obra maestra desde el gameplay, controles, gráficos y banda sonora de los mejores juegos que han salido en Nintendo Switch muy recomendable. Si les gusta la inmersión en un video juego recomiendo usar audífonos con audio 3D porque es un completo hagasajo poderlo jugar de esta manera la dificultad va muy de la mano de los niveles que tiene y se disfruta de principio a fin sinUna absoluta obra maestra desde el gameplay, controles, gráficos y banda sonora de los mejores juegos que han salido en Nintendo Switch muy recomendable. Si les gusta la inmersión en un video juego recomiendo usar audífonos con audio 3D porque es un completo hagasajo poderlo jugar de esta manera la dificultad va muy de la mano de los niveles que tiene y se disfruta de principio a fin sin mencionar la notable evolución en los juegos de esta categoría.… Expand
  91. DX-VID
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metroid ha sido una franquicia que no ha tenido tanto éxito como otras ya sea Mario o Zelda, pero en esta ocasión MercurySteam ha hecho un excelente trabajo con Metroid dread, destacando cosas como el entorno del mapa, diseño de personajes, banda sonora, excelentes mecánicas de juego y una muy buena historia. Metroid dread se merece como mínimo ser nominado a GOTY y ya muero de ganas de de saber cual es el nuevo futuro para la saga.… Expand
  92. 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
  93. Like_armor
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    After 19 long years Samus is back and it’s an absolutely beautiful comeback. The gameplay is buttery smooth, it runs at 60 FPS, it’s one of the most visually impressive games on the switch and it manages to achieve what it sets out to do. You do feel constant Dread while in the Emmy zones. The game is difficult and I can see casual gamers or newcomers to the Metroid franchise to beAfter 19 long years Samus is back and it’s an absolutely beautiful comeback. The gameplay is buttery smooth, it runs at 60 FPS, it’s one of the most visually impressive games on the switch and it manages to achieve what it sets out to do. You do feel constant Dread while in the Emmy zones. The game is difficult and I can see casual gamers or newcomers to the Metroid franchise to be overwhelmed by the labyrinthian ant-hole type map and the emmi encounters and boss fights but I hope they stick around cause it gets better and better the more you play it. I hope the success of this game inspires more Metroid projects in the future!… Expand
  94. wafflzz
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    this is my first metroid game and i really enjoyed it, it feels amazing to play. the controls are smooth and fast, and all the new moves are cool. the emmi levels are good, especially the first few encounters that made by heart pound faster then ever. but they lose that feeling when you get more into the game and unlock new stuff. and i wish the environments varied a bit more, every levelthis is my first metroid game and i really enjoyed it, it feels amazing to play. the controls are smooth and fast, and all the new moves are cool. the emmi levels are good, especially the first few encounters that made by heart pound faster then ever. but they lose that feeling when you get more into the game and unlock new stuff. and i wish the environments varied a bit more, every level looked exactly the same and for a game that makes you constantly go back and fourth between these levels it gets a bit boring revisiting the same environments. the boss fights are surprisingly challenging especially for someone who’s not used to 2d platforming. all the music is great and the game sounds great. overall it’s good.… Expand
  95. Salttea
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This was the best Metroid game I've ever played, the story is amazing!!! The gameplay is fluid! And overall this game was the most fun I've ever had playing a video game! I can't wait to see what Nintendo has in-store going forward for the series!!
  96. 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.
  97. AWSMProdigy
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    I made a metacritic account to leave this game a review. I think that speaks for itself.
  98. 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
  99. DaraenSw1ft
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Una delicia de gameplay, complementado por un excelente diseño de escenarios. Sin dudas la reina ha vuelto por todo lo alto.
  100. Rafa_2a
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Excelente juego, tiene un ambiente de espacio muy bien conseguido, el mejor del año
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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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88

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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