Metroid Dread

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  1. ShadyHero
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    awesome game! cant wait for the next. great design all places and areas are really detailed
  2. speepo
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metroid Dread is a serviceable return to a classic video game series.
    Around 19 years after the release of Metroid Fusion, this game is a perfect return to the series. A lot of the old powerups return, as well as some new ones. Flash Shift and Phantom Cloaks are great additions, as are the Storm Missiles. Both the EMMIs and Raven Beak are great villains that change up the formula of having to fight Ridley over and over, and the return of Kraid was a neat surprise as well.

    My one gripe with it is are how underutilized some items in the game are, such as the Cross Bombs or the Diffusion Beam, which only have a few puzzles for them and not much else. Still, all around great game that I highly recommend and arguably one of the best Metroid games.    … Expand
  3. Tamaswitch
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    I bought this game to get the bad taste of Mario Golf: Super Rushed out of my mouth. Did it's job well. Not sure how much I'll trust Nintendo franchise games in the future but this one definitely delivered! The game has a pretty steep curve, lots of button combos to memorize, so I wouldn't recommend it to people who struggle with that sort of thing, but I made it to the end and I'm prettyI bought this game to get the bad taste of Mario Golf: Super Rushed out of my mouth. Did it's job well. Not sure how much I'll trust Nintendo franchise games in the future but this one definitely delivered! The game has a pretty steep curve, lots of button combos to memorize, so I wouldn't recommend it to people who struggle with that sort of thing, but I made it to the end and I'm pretty bad at games in general.… Expand
  4. TheHambro
    Nov 23, 2021
    8
    Metroid Dread brings that old-school, side-scrolling, platforming that we all love about the series. If you’ve played the previous games, you’ll feel right at home here. You’ve got a nicely handcrafted world, a little bit of story that is quick and to the point, and those damn EMMIs that’ll get your heart pumpin’. The movement and fluidity of Samus are incredible. Being able toMetroid Dread brings that old-school, side-scrolling, platforming that we all love about the series. If you’ve played the previous games, you’ll feel right at home here. You’ve got a nicely handcrafted world, a little bit of story that is quick and to the point, and those damn EMMIs that’ll get your heart pumpin’. The movement and fluidity of Samus are incredible. Being able to cohesively move, jump, and evade while attacking is something to behold. This is how a hardened, badass, and agile bounty hunter like Samus should feel like. My one and only gripe with this is that the music isn’t memorable to me whatsoever. Metroid has always had some catchy tunes, but this just doesn’t have that. It’s great, it’s fun, it’s Metroid, just get it and enjoy!… Expand
  5. Doctor9068
    Nov 23, 2021
    9
    Потрясающая игра, первый раз играю в эту серию и был невероятно удивлён проработкой всех компонентов игры.
  6. Huyjustin
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    The game quite short doesn't mean it bad at all, it's a perfect mix between gameplay and story. Dreading you every step with E.M.M.Is sounds!
  7. TruthfulGamer67
    Nov 22, 2021
    8
    This being my First Metriod game and my second MetriodVania
    This game makes me really want to get into the Genre more and play the other Metriod games (Which is a good thing)

    This game is good but the Ost isn't perfect and tbh i just drowned it out with Youtube and I wish it was a Tad bit longer but overall its a good Experience
  8. 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.
  9. GameBoyAdv4002
    Nov 21, 2021
    8
    Now THIS is what I'm talking about! This game takes the ball that Super Metroid dropped in its second half and runs with it, combining the mechanics of every other 2D game to create the best controlling Samus in the whole series. It's that good! The world design leads you around splendidly and the backgrounds are always filled with neat details. The bosses are always challenging, and aNow THIS is what I'm talking about! This game takes the ball that Super Metroid dropped in its second half and runs with it, combining the mechanics of every other 2D game to create the best controlling Samus in the whole series. It's that good! The world design leads you around splendidly and the backgrounds are always filled with neat details. The bosses are always challenging, and a little unfair at times, but that always makes then satisfying to beat (when they don't throw repeat boss encounters at you). The enemy design is fresh, the story is a fascinating continuation of Fusion's themes and the pace almost never slows down in the wrong places. Seems like a 10/10, right? Well, note how I said 'almost' in terms of pacing. Yeah, the game slows down its brisk pace in the middle after a very important plot development. It does pick the ball back up again after another plot development. I also kind of wish the E.M.M.I. were used more effectively. I mean, their a great addition to the game, and Dead would definitely be lesser without them, but after the first playthrough, they lose their 'dread', and while you can still get tense scenarios, its a shame that the E.M.M.I. don't adapt all that well to your steadily increasing movement capabilities. Also the music is mostly forgettable, although I do like how little of it remixes past themes. But this is definitely my favourite Switch game since 2018.… Expand
  10. Ajpunker1980
    Nov 20, 2021
    10
    Amazing! Worth the wait. I would say as good if not better than the classic 2D Metroid series. Tight controls, fast gameplay, and an incredible new adventure for Samus to once again explore.
  11. SkitzMystery
    Nov 19, 2021
    0
    This game REALLY REALLY SUCKS! Its just so bad. The game play just feels continuously user hostile. It wasn't fun at all, just playing it was pure torture. I love the puzzle aspects of the game but the constant E.M.M.I. chase sequences just make the game absolutely infuriating. Unless you like extremely difficult games stay well away!!! All they had to do was have an easy mode that all theThis game REALLY REALLY SUCKS! Its just so bad. The game play just feels continuously user hostile. It wasn't fun at all, just playing it was pure torture. I love the puzzle aspects of the game but the constant E.M.M.I. chase sequences just make the game absolutely infuriating. Unless you like extremely difficult games stay well away!!! All they had to do was have an easy mode that all the gamers could have stayed away from and this would have been a much more accessible game, instead they built it for all the whine-o gamers who want games with no modes for more people to be able to enjoy because they want only a few people like them selves to be able to play.… Expand
  12. J_Walleez
    Nov 19, 2021
    0
    I've loved the Metroid franchise for 30 years. Super Metroid is one of my favorite games of all time. This game on the other hand, is a complete abomination. Every single member of the team responsible for this atrocity should be fired. Immediately. They have taken a beloved franchise and completely ruined it, top to bottom. Save your money. If you absolutely must try it, wait for aI've loved the Metroid franchise for 30 years. Super Metroid is one of my favorite games of all time. This game on the other hand, is a complete abomination. Every single member of the team responsible for this atrocity should be fired. Immediately. They have taken a beloved franchise and completely ruined it, top to bottom. Save your money. If you absolutely must try it, wait for a massive sale. Then be prepared to be frustrated out of your mind.… Expand
  13. Loliboro
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    El juego es espectacular. Lo disfrutas desde el momento uno. La música que va de relajante a tenebrosa. Es simplemente épico. Los controles son excelentes, la fluidez de las animaciones son divinas, los jefes son una maravilla, los entornos son una mezcla de terror y glorioso. Lo único que me queda es darle gracias a Mercury Steam por crear semejante maravilla de juego. Lo mejor que heEl juego es espectacular. Lo disfrutas desde el momento uno. La música que va de relajante a tenebrosa. Es simplemente épico. Los controles son excelentes, la fluidez de las animaciones son divinas, los jefes son una maravilla, los entornos son una mezcla de terror y glorioso. Lo único que me queda es darle gracias a Mercury Steam por crear semejante maravilla de juego. Lo mejor que he visto desde hace años.… Expand
  14. HollywoodPete
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Uno de los controles en un juego de acción mejor diseñados de la historia!! Mover a Samus en todo momento es una increible experiencia. La dificultad esta perfectamente calibrada. Puedes morir muchas veces en el juego pero siempre te hace sentir que puedes mejorar tu habilidad con Samus para derrotar a los enemigos. Uno de los mejores juegos del año!!
  15. callaghan88
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    Probably the best Metroid game to date. The controls are very responsive and fluid, the graphics and art style are beautiful, the story and cutscenes are interesting, and the boss fights are difficult and very rewarding! The EMMI sequences are the best part of the game in my opinion, an improvement on the SA-X concept from Fusion.
  16. Renjility
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    Awesome experience, truly the return to the true metroidvania genre! I had a blast from start to finish. Challenging and the right amount of difficult too!
  17. KristiancraK
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    Goty 2021 Switch and Goty 2021 all plataforms!! The best Metroid 2D forever
  18. plato1123
    Nov 18, 2021
    3
    At last a metroid sequel that's true to the original style. The graphics are pretty, the story is pretty good, and the controls are top notch.

    edit: Update: Well this game does a ton of things really well BUT the boss fights are just too hard and there's also just too much arbitrary back tracking. Who wants to fight the same boss 25 times? Nobody. I've played the entire series and    At last a metroid sequel that's true to the original style. The graphics are pretty, the story is pretty good, and the controls are top notch.

    edit: Update: Well this game does a ton of things really well BUT the boss fights are just too hard and there's also just too much arbitrary back tracking. Who wants to fight the same boss 25 times? Nobody. I've played the entire series and am really comfortable with the controls. Even after watching the youtube videos it can take dozens of tries to beat a boss. Nintendo scr3wed up this title because of this. Maybe they want you to pay them real dollars for health tank add ons. Nope, not doing it.    … Expand
  19. JordiMesen
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    El mejor Metroid 2D hasta la fecha, esperemos y hayan más en poco tiempo!!
  20. Mister04
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Great game
  21. rafakmaeda
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Talking about metroid is something very special, and especially Metroid Dread is even more special. At the beginning of the game I thought to myself: “I'm going to play for nostalgia and have as much fun as I can”. But this game goes way beyond nostalgia, it brings Samus back! The best way possible. Nintendo did an amazing job.
  22. Neko_-Tiger
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    I am a Metroid casual only 2 real Metroid Games I played were NES witch i never beaten and the Gameboy Samus Returns witch I Did beat 3 or 4 times and loved it and now playing Dread and loving it. What a masterpiece I taking my time and enjoying the game knowing it will be years before another one pops out.
  23. Timber1102
    Nov 17, 2021
    9
    Overall it is the best Metroid game I have ever played, and I have played every 2D Metroid. The game is actually challenging, which is surprising for a new Nintendo game. The pacing is great, you will never feel bored while playing. The graphics are really great. Some upgrades are found easily while some are really hard to find, which I like. The enemy and boss diversity is amazing. TheOverall it is the best Metroid game I have ever played, and I have played every 2D Metroid. The game is actually challenging, which is surprising for a new Nintendo game. The pacing is great, you will never feel bored while playing. The graphics are really great. Some upgrades are found easily while some are really hard to find, which I like. The enemy and boss diversity is amazing. The only gripes I have with this game is that the EMMI's at the end are way too overpowered and I would have liked to be able to use the D-Pad to control Samus.… Expand
  24. ottercuriosity
    Nov 16, 2021
    9
    I love a lot of things about this game. The beautiful visuals, the amazing integration of camera movements that give this side-scrolling game so much depth cinematic gravitas, the story that connects the pieces of the other games, the moody atmosphere of the sound design and music, the buttery smooth controls and combat mechanisms, and Samus' new abilities.

    There are some things that    I love a lot of things about this game. The beautiful visuals, the amazing integration of camera movements that give this side-scrolling game so much depth cinematic gravitas, the story that connects the pieces of the other games, the moody atmosphere of the sound design and music, the buttery smooth controls and combat mechanisms, and Samus' new abilities.

    There are some things that keep this from being a perfect game, in my opinion. While I loved the concept of being chased by an indomitable foe akin to the experience teased in Fusion and in the Aliens franchise Metroid was inspired by, I never got quite the same sense of fear. I never felt dread in the sci-fi horror genre sense of the word. The E.M.M.I. are panic-inducing and because they are confined to marked zones, they came to feel like more of an annoyance than a scary experience that might pop up unexpectedly (I would've preferred the latter). I didn't really care for the presentation of her ship's computer, Adam, as compared to this game's predecessor, Fusion. I found that there was a lack of true exploration until you get far into the game. Even then, at any given point in the game I found that I was confined to a set path due to the set of complex locks that might open or close at each point in your progress. I also wish it was easier to navigate the labyrinth-like map, wish that you could teleport from one area to a distant area rather than just having lots of conduits between areas that are adjacent to each other. The game is also very difficult, particularly the bosses and E.M.M.I. zones. As long as you go into them knowing that you will die a lot and have to memorize patterns and windows of opportunity, you can avoid much frustration. However, once you do master the boss patterns, it is exhilarating.

    I mention a lot of gripes. But I was filled with awe throughout my experience with this game regardless. With a lot of patience, I found it to be a great overall experience.    … Expand
  25. ekuz
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    This is quite literally the most fun I have had playing a single player game since Metroid Prime on the Gamecube when I was like 10 lol. For all the cheap little **** that say it isnt worth $60 it's worth double that
  26. Karellen
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    An amazing comeback for Samus and the series. Mercury Steam nailed almost everything, from the level design, to the pacing (nonstop action and discovery) and the art direction. The boss fights are the best in the series and Samus is finely characterized as a (silent) competent warrior, Doom-slayer style. The soundtrack could have been a bit more memorable, but as an ambience background itAn amazing comeback for Samus and the series. Mercury Steam nailed almost everything, from the level design, to the pacing (nonstop action and discovery) and the art direction. The boss fights are the best in the series and Samus is finely characterized as a (silent) competent warrior, Doom-slayer style. The soundtrack could have been a bit more memorable, but as an ambience background it does its job.… Expand
  27. Andres-Arambula
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    Una joya de juego y se ve el trabajo serio del desarroador español.muy bien
  28. Jh5
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    good game. recommend !
    must play game for you
    I want to play previous Metroid
  29. FlaurosRex
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    El mejor Metroid de la saga! una carta de amor a los fans, un juego épico de principio a fin con cierto grado de dificultad que hará reiniciar varias veces algunos combates, vale totalmente el costo de los 60 dólares, sinceramente es mi GOTY de este 2021 un gran juego de parte de Nintendo y Mercury Steam, si eres amante del MetroidVania este juego es obligatorio, a gusto personal de loEl mejor Metroid de la saga! una carta de amor a los fans, un juego épico de principio a fin con cierto grado de dificultad que hará reiniciar varias veces algunos combates, vale totalmente el costo de los 60 dólares, sinceramente es mi GOTY de este 2021 un gran juego de parte de Nintendo y Mercury Steam, si eres amante del MetroidVania este juego es obligatorio, a gusto personal de lo mejor del catalogo de Switch entrando fácilmente en el top 5 100% recomendado… Expand
  30. elterrible
    Nov 15, 2021
    0
    This game is fantastic, it really is! I don't know why, but Nintendo really has an edge when it comes to creating compelling games that are fun to play. They never seem to have the most powerful hardware anymore, but they still manage to deliver time and time again. Metroid Dread is no exception to this rule either.

    Going into it, it's simply the best looking Metroid of the bunch    This game is fantastic, it really is! I don't know why, but Nintendo really has an edge when it comes to creating compelling games that are fun to play. They never seem to have the most powerful hardware anymore, but they still manage to deliver time and time again. Metroid Dread is no exception to this rule either.

    Going into it, it's simply the best looking Metroid of the bunch and the cutscenes are great too. You would be hard pressed to show me any game that is getting more out of the hardware it is coded for than this.

    There's even quick kills for some of the harder bosses if you're struggling and overall the game play is very good.

    I cannot say enough good things about this game, if you're on the fence buy it and play the dukie out of it!

    Oh and ignore the 1 star reviews on Amazon, they're completely inaccurate. This is just because Amazon wouldn't let me say it on their site. :D    … Expand
  31. Saint-moreno
    Nov 15, 2021
    9
    Tiene muy buena jugabilidad y es muy entretenido, sin importar que no seas conocedor de la saga es una buena oportunidad para empezar.
  32. 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
  33. georgiegs2408
    Nov 14, 2021
    5
    An incredible Metroid sequel with great ambience and challenge. The only missing is the memorable atmospheric music present in most of the titles.
  34. TitosIII
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    Amo este juego, prácticamente se volvió mi juego de Metroid favorito por ser exploratorio, controlar a Samus es genial por ser rápida y dinámica, los jefes son espectaculares y la historia es muy épica. Lo único malo es que la música no es memorable, pero nada más. Sin duda, el regreso definitivo de la mejor cazarecompensas de la historia.
  35. luizmaz
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    Easily a 10. Having played only super metroid (which I finished at least 3 times throughout my life) I was so hyped for this game. And it lived up to my expectations. With its differences aside from Super Metroid it is such an amazing game. You a little bit more linear, but you got plenty to explore as well. Boss fights give such a thrl. Definitely recommend it is a must buy.
  36. Orphenn
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    This Game is justo a Master piece!!! Not other way to say it. The new game mechanics, the graphics, the story, the new bosses, everything it so well combined for everyone to enjoy this game!!! It is a gem for new and old gamers. Believe when I say that is gonna meet your expectations
  37. Andrey_Spy
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    Впервые прошёл метроид. Огонь. Джойстик правда в стену летал на финальном боссе. Но эмоций дарит много и проявляет желание исследовать мир.
  38. Pan_T
    Nov 13, 2021
    7
    Overall, I enjoyed the game, but by the end it was a little repetitive, and most importantly, the whole time I was playing, I couldn't shake the feeling that I was playing a 15-year-old game, not a new full-price AAA game. Even indie games are beyond that now. 7/10
  39. SupaStaVince
    Nov 13, 2021
    6
    From buggy inputs causing Samus to either not shoot, jump, or use Shinespark properly to frustrating encounters and puzzles where the real challenge is the frame drops or figuring out how to use an ability that's not properly explained ingame and not so much the game itself.

    This game is the pinnacle of frustration and this is coming from someone who loved Torvus Bog in MP2 and acquired    From buggy inputs causing Samus to either not shoot, jump, or use Shinespark properly to frustrating encounters and puzzles where the real challenge is the frame drops or figuring out how to use an ability that's not properly explained ingame and not so much the game itself.

    This game is the pinnacle of frustration and this is coming from someone who loved Torvus Bog in MP2 and acquired 100% on HK. NO the other games are NOT harder. I've played them to death so don't even go there.    … Expand
  40. Elvis_G
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    Wonderful modern take of a 2D Medroid game. Excellent level design and high production values. Can be difficult at times but never unfair, its all about learning the patterns of attack. The cuts sceens are a great addition. It would be great to get some dlc and more unlock Abbess. Highly recommended.
  41. Epicpickles
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    A fantastic and long awaited entry in the 2D Metroid franchise that reminds us why it is a series worth playing. Even if you're not a fan who grew up with Metroid, the game itself is solid enough to play simply on the merit of being good and fun.
  42. ADrunkenRabbit
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    Beat it twice in one week because it's too much fun. Can't wait to return to it after watching some speed runs for the sequence breaks
  43. OtraPerspectiva
    Nov 11, 2021
    9
    Siento que la nota que voy a dar, independiente de cuál sea no hará justicia al tremendo juegazo que es Metroid Dread, simplemente uno de los mejores videojuegos que he jugado en muchoooo tiempo; vamos por partes.

    En primer lugar, el apartado audio visual; en este aspecto el juego cumple con lo que uno se espera de un juego de estas características teniendo algunos de las imágenes más    Siento que la nota que voy a dar, independiente de cuál sea no hará justicia al tremendo juegazo que es Metroid Dread, simplemente uno de los mejores videojuegos que he jugado en muchoooo tiempo; vamos por partes.

    En primer lugar, el apartado audio visual; en este aspecto el juego cumple con lo que uno se espera de un juego de estas características teniendo algunos de las imágenes más bonitas que he visto en mucho tiempo como paisajes y maquinaria que se mueve al unísono con el personaje jugable, viendo como algunos animales se mueven al verte pasar o como estos paisajes van cambiando a medida que progresas en la historia y realizas otros eventos, como activar generadores o distribuir corriente. El título está dividido en 9 zonas las cuales debes ir explorando con el objetivo de descubrir que está pasando en este planeta, cada zona tiene una ambientación "principal" como puede ser magma, agua, bosque, entre otros. Los cuales dan al juego un aire a qué estás en un mundo muy basto con muchos biomas y lugares que explorar; en cuanto al apartado auditivo el juego cumple, presentando una buena ambientación así como sonidos que provienen del "fondo" los cuales te hacen sentir que estás explorando este extraño planeta; en cuanto al apartado más visual y técnico el juego corre excelentemente tanto en modo de sobremesa como en modo portátil, aunque a mí parecer se ve mejor en este último, en cuanto al rendimiento del mismo es muy constante y muy fluido, creo que en toda mi experiencia solo tuve una única baja de fps la cual fue muy leve.

    A nivel de jugabilidad el juego cumple y podría decir que supera a sus antecesores Metroid incorpora algunas mecánicas que no se habían visto antes como el multi misil o el hecho de poder disparar tan rápido como tus dedos lo permitan, un apartado que no me gusta del todo es el hecho de que algunos jefes son simplemente "sacos de balas" a los cuales se les debe atacar como loco hasta derrotarlo, no digo que sea un punto completamente negativo pero es cuanto menos molesto, el estar 5 o 8 minutos en una misma etapa de un jefe y que este no parezca que se inmute a tus ataques y que de la idea que nunca vas a poder acabarlo acompañado del hecho de que es muy fácil que te hagan un 100 a 0 hace que sea frustrante; de igual forma la dificultad de este título a veces se vuelve un poquito alta, no digo que sea como un Dark souls pero de que pega unos saltos de la dificultad muy brusca lo hace y se nota mucho. Un punto positivo en este aspecto son los movimientos y la fluidez de los mismos es increíble ver los detalles que hay en este aspecto, como Samus se aferra a una saliente, como mira a través de una piedra o con la fluidez que pasa de un movimiento a otro, es muy satisfactorio de apreciar y de realizar.

    A nivel narrativo el juego no se queda corto, cuenta con una historia muy entretenida, llena de guiños a títulos anteriores (principalmente Metroid fusion y Samus returns) cuenta con momentos memorables así como giros de tramas muy interesante y respuestas a preguntas que probablemente muchos teníamos de títulos anteriores, las cinemáticas con las que cuenta este título estás muy bien cumplidas y logran trasmitir muy bien lo que está sintiendo Samus así como el riesgo que está corriendo antes estos enemigos tan imponentes. A grandes rasgos la historia gira en torno a Samus, la cual fue enviada al planeta ZDR lugar donde se había avistado un parásito X, al llegar al planeta algo sucede y Samus queda atrapada en las profundidades de este planeta y debe abrirse paso para ascender y así llegar hasta su nave para poder escapar de este planeta conociendo a diversos enemigos y problemas que llevan a poner a nuestra enemiga contra las cuerdas.

    En resumen Metroid Dread es un excelente juego que deberías probar, tiene momentos muy icónicos así como cinemáticas muy hermosas que demuestran la calidad que tiene este título, el principal problema que le veo yo son algunos de sus jefes y la dificultad que a veces tiene, no digo que sea algo malo simplemente es frustrante, cabe resaltar que en este análisis hice referencia al modo normal solamente, el modo difícil es una cosa distinta, como su nombre indica mucho más difícil y por ende más frustrante pero con recompensas diferentes a las del modo normal (al terminar el juego te dan imágenes y artes del título y de títulos anteriores)    … Expand
  44. TellmeNinetails
    Nov 11, 2021
    0
    One of the better Metroid titles, as someone who adored fusion the movement and gameplay in dread, is far improved in most aspects and Samus was portrayed much better than in Metroid Other M. There are plenty of badass moments for you and her, but don't think it'll be easy.
  45. sykomag
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    incredible work! I've played only the Demo. It was an amazing experience. Im buying the whole game in a week.
  46. Bleeding_Jester
    Nov 10, 2021
    9
    this is a surprisingly enjoyable game for me it has a good amount of challenge but isnt pull out your hair frustrating and its really fun just exploring the game and finding hidden areas
  47. greenwood101
    Nov 10, 2021
    9
    really fun game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11
  48. toadkiller_dog
    Nov 10, 2021
    3
    Ridiculous story, annoying cutscene, annoying emmy fights, tons of unnecessary backtracking, all locations look the same. Attempts to make Boba Fett Out of Samus with the help of pretentious movements look pathetic. Why even made this generic piece of code if we already have AV and HK?...
  49. NomadScorpio
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    Well.. i really got a kick out of the negative reviews on this game on metacritic, so much so that i had to create an account to laugh at them and how profoundly ridiculous they all are LOL :) Look...here's the deal, full disclosure i am a huge Metroid fan, played the original at launch and played them all since, not all of the games in the series are great, some are better than othersWell.. i really got a kick out of the negative reviews on this game on metacritic, so much so that i had to create an account to laugh at them and how profoundly ridiculous they all are LOL :) Look...here's the deal, full disclosure i am a huge Metroid fan, played the original at launch and played them all since, not all of the games in the series are great, some are better than others and some like Super Metroid are certified classics. Having said that and putting over 45 hours into Metroid Dread and finishing it twice, it's safe to say that it is officially the best game in the series hands down. Yes it's better than Super Metroid and Fusion. Sorry not sorry but it is. It's fast, its fluid, the controls are perfect, the graphics are amazing, the story is the best it has ever been and has a great plot twist at the end. I wont give spoilers and ruin it for anyone but the complaints are just ridiculous and they either didn't play at all and give it a chance or they didn't take the time to get good at it. 100% this game is the hardest one in the series. YES it is challenging, yes you have to practice boss fights and get good as they say, but i can tell you with 100% certainty not one part of this game is unfair at any point. period. The game is amazing and i will continue to replay it several years from now whenever i get the itch to revisit it which will be a lot.… Expand
  50. ByzantineCondui
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    This game made me a Metroid fan. After wanting so badly to get into this series for years, Dread has finally made me a superfan. Excellent controls, blissfully fluid and satisfying movement, challenging but fair combat, fun puzzle mechanics, wonderfully satisfying upgrades and devilishly clever level design. This game got me to go back and play all the other Metroids, and this led to meThis game made me a Metroid fan. After wanting so badly to get into this series for years, Dread has finally made me a superfan. Excellent controls, blissfully fluid and satisfying movement, challenging but fair combat, fun puzzle mechanics, wonderfully satisfying upgrades and devilishly clever level design. This game got me to go back and play all the other Metroids, and this led to me finally playing what is now one of my favorites of all time, Metroid Prime 1. My two cents on the difficulty: It is unbelievably refreshing to have a challenging, first-party Nintendo game and I don’t think the game would work the same without its level of challenge. I mean, the game is called “Dread”; you’re supposed to feel powerless. But having said that, you aren’t *actually* powerless. All boss attacks have clear tells and it feels so good to learn the patterns and mop the floor with them after learning. Checkpoints for bosses and enemy encounters are extremely generous, so it just feels like each death is another learning experience, and it feels SO incredibly rewarding to progress through this game as a result of the challenge. I think the difficulty level is perfect, and that’s coming from someone who’s never played more than an hour of a Metroid game before, and doesn’t have the design language or mechanical staples in their head. I really hope some of the game journalist reviews calling the game too hard don’t sway Nintendo for the next one. The fans love it!… Expand
  51. 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
  52. Lumber_Jones
    Nov 9, 2021
    9
    I have made several attempts to play Metroid games before. The story is always interesting, and the game always looks great compared to other games released at the same time but I have always felt the controls were horrible. Dread totally rewrites the script. the story is still great, told mostly though visual cues and and the excellent sound design in the various worlds it puts you in.I have made several attempts to play Metroid games before. The story is always interesting, and the game always looks great compared to other games released at the same time but I have always felt the controls were horrible. Dread totally rewrites the script. the story is still great, told mostly though visual cues and and the excellent sound design in the various worlds it puts you in. But the controls on the Switch game feel like butter and it handles like a dream. the game itself is a lot of fun and because it controls so well I feel like I am able to enjoy the visuals as I jump, swing, and roll around planet ZDR.… Expand
  53. mvi_irl
    Nov 9, 2021
    3
    The main thing I'll give the game is that it is consistent. On the positive, it looks nice (not amazing but nice) and it sounds fabulous. However, the exploration feels like a dumbed-down version of its predecessors (never fear, you will never have to think about where to go next) and the combat consists of spamming the fire button and twitchy quick-time events (where you only press X).The main thing I'll give the game is that it is consistent. On the positive, it looks nice (not amazing but nice) and it sounds fabulous. However, the exploration feels like a dumbed-down version of its predecessors (never fear, you will never have to think about where to go next) and the combat consists of spamming the fire button and twitchy quick-time events (where you only press X). The story, in short, is dreadful and silly (like Other M silly). Maybe I'm getting old but the controls also felt more convoluted as well but that could just be me.… Expand
  54. BarbedReverie
    Nov 9, 2021
    9
    Almost as good as the fantastic Super Metroid.

    Controls 10/10
    Visuals 9/10
    Story 9/10
    Level Creation 9/10
    Boss fights 9/10
    After completion extras 8/10
  55. kamikava
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Brought up on Super Metroid so very nostalgic. Loved every second, great game!
  56. GabiTheRabbit
    Nov 8, 2021
    7
    It's a fun game, but that's pretty much it. It wouldn't get quarter of the praise it receives, if it wasn't named metroid and if it wasn't from nintendo. But hey, if sentiment can sell patriotism, it surely can sell games. Gamers will rant about whatever good or bad ubisoft would do, but nintendo can make what basically is an indie game, advert it as if it was AAA title, and sell it forIt's a fun game, but that's pretty much it. It wouldn't get quarter of the praise it receives, if it wasn't named metroid and if it wasn't from nintendo. But hey, if sentiment can sell patriotism, it surely can sell games. Gamers will rant about whatever good or bad ubisoft would do, but nintendo can make what basically is an indie game, advert it as if it was AAA title, and sell it for the price of AAA, and gamers will thank nintendo for screwing them over.

    I had fun playing it, I enjoy the general mechanics of it. I got stuck a few times, and solutions were very unintuitive. It's very frustrating at the times. EMMIs are just annoying - it's not a good stealth design. Some decisions regarding controls are just awful. you can transition from walk / run into ball - you need to stop to do that, which is ridiculous in such dynamic game. Often controls felt unresponsive - often I couldn't duck or enable rockets in time, because game was not reacting on my input. Nintendo also forgot, that there is another joystick on switch, and you run and aim with just 1 stick, like a simpleton. To double jump its not enough to press jump twice - you also need directional, which is very unintiitive too. I don't think many people actually finished the game, because last boss is crazy difficult for some reason.    … Expand
  57. captain9fingers
    Nov 8, 2021
    0
    E.M.M.I need I say more for giving this a 0? Why Nintendo? Why? what is wrong with you?
  58. Zski
    Nov 8, 2021
    7
    Metroid Dread feels like a modern sequel to Super Metroid. The game really stands out in the gameplay which is very true to the series, everything from the exploration, the backtracking, and the problem solving (which I think is the more appropriate term in these games, as opposed to puzzles). Everything feels very true to the series, including the difficulty. I found myself dying a lot,Metroid Dread feels like a modern sequel to Super Metroid. The game really stands out in the gameplay which is very true to the series, everything from the exploration, the backtracking, and the problem solving (which I think is the more appropriate term in these games, as opposed to puzzles). Everything feels very true to the series, including the difficulty. I found myself dying a lot, but I never got frustrated because I enjoyed the sense of progression as you figure out the patterns of the enemies and bosses. The gameplay and controls are super tight and well designed and everything looks and feels silky smooth. The controls feel particularly tight once you unlock all of the abilities, you really feel in control over Samus in the environment. However, the game did take a hit in the atmosphere. While the graphics are decent, the setting does not do the game any favors because most of it is that industrial setting that does not vary that much throughout the game. The music also adds to the inability to differentiate between areas of the game, as it is incredibly forgettable. But the part of the game that really annoyed me the most were the EMMI sequences. They are so bad, they really feel like they are 50% luck based on where the EMMI spawns, and the fact that they are so frequent really interrupts from the sense of exploration that Metroid games are always about. Metroid games usually have great atmosphere, whether it is created by the music or subtle design in the levels, this game unfortunately lacks that atmosphere that really pulls you in, and replaces them with pretty frustrating EMMI sections. All in all, its a fantastic game and a very exciting release for fans of the old 2D Metroid games, but it does fall short in several areas which takes away from the elements that makes the series great. I was very much into the first half of the game, but the second half really lost my interesting because of the boring atmosphere and the repetitive bosses, the only thing that really kept me entertained was the extremely precise controls. It’s a great game, but it was lacking in many ways.… Expand
  59. Tom_Supreme
    Nov 8, 2021
    9
    The game is a classic Metroid experience. The graphics are top notch, the atmosphere is outstanding and the EMMIs add a lot of suspense. Sometimes it's a bit confusing to find the right path, but aside from that, the game has no flaws. A contender for GOTY.
  60. MatteBalla
    Nov 7, 2021
    9
    Everything I’ve hoped for! Fast and precise game play, great looking graphics and a great storyline. Great game for any Metroid fan.
  61. ArezuTotodile
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Metriiod Dread is best metoid game to date . It super hard and you can break srecerk.
  62. 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
  63. ElTommyStrummer
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Diseño propio de alienígenas, mecánicas pulidas a la perfección, intriga, suspense, persecución... Obra maestra!
  64. mkblackstar
    Nov 7, 2021
    9
    Es un juego muy bien trabajado en todos sus apartados, accesible para aquellos que nunca han jugado este género, ni ningún Metroid. Echo en falta cositas de anteriores metroid, y los EMMI me habría gustado diferentes modos de aniquilarlos, sin embargo cabe recalcar que no solo son los EMMI los jefes, tiene jefes realmente desafiantes. Un juego con mucha rejugabilidad, vale la pena darleEs un juego muy bien trabajado en todos sus apartados, accesible para aquellos que nunca han jugado este género, ni ningún Metroid. Echo en falta cositas de anteriores metroid, y los EMMI me habría gustado diferentes modos de aniquilarlos, sin embargo cabe recalcar que no solo son los EMMI los jefes, tiene jefes realmente desafiantes. Un juego con mucha rejugabilidad, vale la pena darle una pasada en modo historia, otro para 100%, y otro para speedrun.… Expand
  65. ResetButton
    Nov 7, 2021
    8
    Pros:
    Excellent satisfying controls.
    The maps are challenging but not frustrating. Graphics, sound and overall presentation is great. Good pacing. The length of time between acquiring new abilities feels right. Cons: Other than replying the campaign, there isn't much post-game things to do. There isn't that "wow" moment where they went above-and-beyond. The game plays it pretty    Pros:
    Excellent satisfying controls.
    The maps are challenging but not frustrating.
    Graphics, sound and overall presentation is great.
    Good pacing. The length of time between acquiring new abilities feels right.
    Cons:
    Other than replying the campaign, there isn't much post-game things to do.
    There isn't that "wow" moment where they went above-and-beyond. The game plays it pretty safe.
    Overall:
    Solid game. I don't like 2D side scrollers, but this won me over immediately.    … Expand
  66. Criscros14
    Nov 7, 2021
    9
    It's just awesome, my first metroidvania and it's just breathtaking and graphics look great
  67. 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
  68. vmartin
    Nov 7, 2021
    9
    The best metroid story ever by far! And one of the best in the franchise! Strong candidate for goty
  69. SplitMind
    Nov 7, 2021
    6
    Metroid Dread comes nearly 20 years after Fusion as a sequel, and unfortunately it feels like it has aged badly in those 20 years.

    The graphics are actually where it shows some promise. The detail on backgrounds, models and textures allow Dread to excel where Fusion was limited by technology at the time. The downside is that there I quite a bit of repetition and predictability. You face    Metroid Dread comes nearly 20 years after Fusion as a sequel, and unfortunately it feels like it has aged badly in those 20 years.

    The graphics are actually where it shows some promise. The detail on backgrounds, models and textures allow Dread to excel where Fusion was limited by technology at the time. The downside is that there I quite a bit of repetition and predictability. You face the same graphical themes as yesteryear, traversing through lava, ice, oceanic and other familiar environments that do not really scream imagination. One specific issue to note is that I found the design of the map to be absolutely dreadful: a real clusterbomb of colours and shapes amounting to a ghastly eyesore.

    The gameplay is where the game becomes a tedious act in frustration and repetition. I will make a special point around the EMMIs. I found them to be absolutely stupid and irritating. They are invincible and kill you with an unfair quick-time event. This does not add dread or suspense to the game. It’s just really irritating when you have to run and die repeatedly because of one little slip-up. In Fusion the SA-X was handled much more sparingly and was more effective as a result.

    Then we have the other dreadful element – the level design. Metroid has always been about exploration, but never before have I been so bored and irritated by having to traverse long distances on the map and getting lost because the game gives you almost zero direction most of the time.

    I do give kudos for the addition of the parry mechanic, even if it is likely stolen from Dark Souls. It really truncates tedious battling with minor enemies.

    Getting upgrades feels great as you can do new things, but it’s also the same formular Metroid has been regurgitating for decades now. This is intertwined with the story; Mario, Zelda and Samus all seem to be living through Groundhog Day as every single game has the same premise – Samus goes to strange location curiously lacking in a back-up plan, inevitably gets attacked and loses all her powers. I suppose we don’t really play these games for the story, but a bit of creativity wouldn’t hurt either.

    Overall, Metroid Dread is a great game if this was the early 2000s. In 2021 the only thing it really has going for it is the Metroid branding. There are amply MetroidVanias out there now and I struggle to recommend Dread as one of them when I recall enjoying myself so much more with Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, which is a cheaper indie effort that really puts Metroid to shame with its AAA budget and price-tag.    … Expand
  70. hehemoai
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    I want to first start of by saying that this is my very first Metroid game that I have completed and have wanted to complete. I played Super Metroid, but I never felt like actually wanting to beat the game and was super unfocused, so I never beat that game. Now with that out of the way, I want to say that this game is absolutely amazing! Seeing this game be revealed, I knew I wanted it. II want to first start of by saying that this is my very first Metroid game that I have completed and have wanted to complete. I played Super Metroid, but I never felt like actually wanting to beat the game and was super unfocused, so I never beat that game. Now with that out of the way, I want to say that this game is absolutely amazing! Seeing this game be revealed, I knew I wanted it. I was not a Metroid fan before I played the game, but now I feel like I should try to beat every game! It's an absolutely revolutionary title, having gameplay and level design similar to that of older Metroid games (so I have been told by my friends) while also adding in exciting new things to the table.

    First and foremost, the feel of the game is amazing! I cannot stress this enough! Every button feels perfectly mapped, Samus feels amazing to control, and the ease of using all her gadgets feels extremely natural! For those who may have heard a certain game developer say that the game must be played on a Pro Controller, please note that this is not the case and that I played both on gripped Joycons and handheld and the game works best on both. Gameplay consists of jumping and shooting projectiles and enemies while also trying to navigate on where you need to go. Although this can sound boring, it is indeed not, and the feeling of shooting every enemy in sight and focusing on your surroundings to navigate the world is exciting, and this is exactly what kept me hooked to the end.

    Graphically, this game is without a doubt the best looking game on the Switch. I have played this game both on my 4K TV and on handheld (on a launch day Nintendo Switch with 720p display), and they both look absolutely amazing. It's extremely polished, with some boss fights showing some of the best graphics in the game. These moments sometimes look like they rival graphics of games on PS4 Pro or even some PS5 games (although, this one is much more of a stretch).

    The story is very interesting, to say the least. This is my first Metroid game, but I did see a recap video which helped me catch up. For those who want to experience the complete story before playing this game, please note that this is the fifth game in the main timeline and that there are 7 other games that you should play if you really want to experience the complete story (I will link an image to the timeline at the bottom of this review). There are not many story cutscenes in the game, and yet the story is as engaging and action-packed as I anticipated.

    Finally, I want to say that this game is insanely difficult. I will not get into the details of what makes this game hard, but it is definitely the type of game that requires prior Metroidvania experience if you want to beat it with no sweat. That is the same type of experience that I didn't have, and yet I beat it. It took me a long 13 hours (as stated by my game file), but it was all worth it. The hard difficulty of the game is pretty basic for how most hard modes are (the usual take more damage, cause more damage), and yet it still felt a lot different from the normal difficulty. I constantly found myself being more careful around enemies when in hard mode.

    Overall, this game is one of the best games on the Switch, and one of the best games I have ever played. This is a crowning achievement of how a modern 2D platform-shooter should be made and how a game should be made.    … Expand
  71. Charsquatch
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    This is among the best Metroid games. The game uses clever tricks to reduce your risk of getting lost, without hindering your exploration, Samus moves quickly and all of her moves are easier to pull off. The quality of life changes are contrasted with difficult boss fights, gorgeous environments, and a better story than you normally get with aetroid game. Aust play for fans of Metroidvanias
  72. 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 !!!
  73. oscarleo84
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    It is incredible Metroid Dread, Samus mobility is very precise, the power ups are great and it looks very good graphically.
    it became one of my favorites in the series with super metroid.
    I love it, everyone on the planet must play it.
  74. ElahDo
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Retoma todos los elementos de los juegos clásicos y añade una formula nueva que añade más dinamismo y fluidez que hacen que el gameplay se sienta más real.
  75. Psyclerk
    Nov 5, 2021
    5
    As a long-time Metroid fan, I was disappointed in this outing. I didn't like revisiting the SA-X gimmick in the EMMI areas. I found the bosses to rely too much on 'gotcha' gameplay, which requires you to either have incredible reflexes or simply die a few times while you learn all the patterns.

    I liked getting all of Samus' toys, but there's nothing really new or compelling about her    As a long-time Metroid fan, I was disappointed in this outing. I didn't like revisiting the SA-X gimmick in the EMMI areas. I found the bosses to rely too much on 'gotcha' gameplay, which requires you to either have incredible reflexes or simply die a few times while you learn all the patterns.

    I liked getting all of Samus' toys, but there's nothing really new or compelling about her abilities in this game. When you get a new ability, you get to use it only once or twice before you're off to the next area. Controls for switching weapons and equipment seemed overly complex, making stuff like grapple beam swinging more difficult than it's ever been.

    There are a lot of cut-and-paste fights, particularly with bosses/mini-bosses. All enemies seem overtuned for damage, and getting more energy tanks doesn't alleviate that. Too many common enemies require the use of the melee counter. The time and reflexes needed to play well are higher than any Nintendo game in recent memory. Rarely did I finish a boss fight or other battle and feel a sense of accomplishment. I usually felt relief that it was over and I had made it through without dying again.

    Having said all this, it looks like a lot of people love this game and I'm in the minority. I give it a 5 out of 10, with a point of that coming from its pedigree. I'm not sure if the series is losing its touch or I've reached a point in my life that I can't commit to these types of games.    … Expand
  76. flattyfour
    Nov 5, 2021
    6
    A 2D game that doesn't use the d-pad where the game over screen is supposed to make you want to play more. We are to mindlessly repeat deaths for progress based on pattern recognition as the game's core direction, however exploring, pondering, analyzing and discovering are mechanics that feel like they have been put aside. Maybe the map is just too small, and well too 2-dimensionsal.A 2D game that doesn't use the d-pad where the game over screen is supposed to make you want to play more. We are to mindlessly repeat deaths for progress based on pattern recognition as the game's core direction, however exploring, pondering, analyzing and discovering are mechanics that feel like they have been put aside. Maybe the map is just too small, and well too 2-dimensionsal. The weak sound track only diminishes the experience. You can only experience a game once for the first time. Nintendo was good at balancing that experience of discovery and progress, from finding that enemy weakness to stumbling on the game secrets in the older Metroid games. This one does not play like a Metroid game and this is possibly just a generational thing.

    Only Retro Studios was able to create a Metroid sequel worthy of being called a Metroid game in my opinion. Nintendo has been for a while a dying company, particularly as a console game developer since the N64/Wii days. So they concede and let MercurySteam patch their holes and take the hate. Nintendo games are supposed to be fun. This was their only redeeming quality as a game developer. At least Nintendo was able to gamble on the future of their francize in the hands of people who brought us Turok. Instead they direct and create an archaic, frustrating, and arguably outdated game that feels mediocre today. This is a genuine cop out, a lack of vision. The Other M was more of a Metroid game... wow now that is just something I did not expect to ever state.

    I don't want to play Ori or some other pain in the ass 2D platformer profiteering on nostalgia. I want to play Metroid, a Metroid true to what the technology can provide today. The spirit of Metroid was inherited in Prime, not Fusion. Nintendo, if you can't produce, just stop already.

    I 100%'ed this but I don't think I'll play this again 10 years from now out of fondness nor nostalgia. I guess Metroid is just not for me anymore.

    Prime 4 - I can't dislike this franchise and hope for the best.    … Expand
  77. Sephet
    Nov 5, 2021
    10
    Classic Metroidvania experience with a hint of Alien games, where you're constantly chased by bosses far more powerful than you. Great atmosphere and platforming, quite possibly one of the greatest Metroids ever made. And the best part is it's available on Windows!
  78. Piperosvalencac
    Nov 5, 2021
    10
    A todo los piperos que están dando negativos:
    por favor aprendan a apreciar los videojuegos de verdad, no es nuestra culpa que hayan comenzado a jugar videojuegos hace 2 semanas. Preocupense de su compañia, que está en verdaderos problemas, no tiene buenos videojeugos ni nada que haga diferenciarse en la industria, todas las Ips relacionadas a Clony historicamente son Ips secuestradas,    A todo los piperos que están dando negativos:
    por favor aprendan a apreciar los videojuegos de verdad, no es nuestra culpa que hayan comenzado a jugar videojuegos hace 2 semanas. Preocupense de su compañia, que está en verdaderos problemas, no tiene buenos videojeugos ni nada que haga diferenciarse en la industria, todas las Ips relacionadas a Clony historicamente son Ips secuestradas, desde FF7 hasta Crash Bandicoot. Dejen de soñar con Kojima y Konami, que nunca han estado asociados a uds y que ya no los tinenen ni en consideraciòn(lloros) Por favor estudien un poco de videojuegos y dejen de relinchar, cambien de hobby que esta industria ya no os quiere o sigan jugando fifas y call of duty que es lo que mejor saben hacer.
    Gracias queridos piperos.    … Expand
  79. dtks7
    Nov 5, 2021
    10
    Like Metroidvanias? Meet the King.
    I've completed this game maybe 6 times already, cannot stop playing.
  80. kusanagui
    Nov 5, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Adoro esta saga, pero me ha decepcionado, puede que no tenga los mejores gráficos, no me importaría si la jugabilidad fuese buena, pero no es así, tiene unos picos de dificultad sin sentido llegando a ser frustrantes.
    El juego encima es corto, a mí solo me ha durado 15 horas y ya está en la estantería cogiendo polvo, se nota que al principio hay mucho que explorar y después cada vez menos.
    Lo que tampoco me ha gusta es la reutilización de los bosses intermedios en los EMIS y guerreros chozo, visto el primero, vistos todos.
    Y por último no poder reasignar los botones.
    En fin, no es mal juego, yo lo he disfrutado y odiado a partes iguales, si eres fan de la saga debes jugarlo.    … Expand
  81. ShadowofZexa
    Nov 4, 2021
    8
    While Metroid Dread is a great game it's really put down by some outdated controls and the not so great level design. If you want to play Metroid as a newcomer I wouldn't recommended this game at all. It's absolutely brutal at times and can be very frustrating. Unfortunately there is no easy mode to help a newcomer you'll just need to deal with the difficulty of not only the bosses andWhile Metroid Dread is a great game it's really put down by some outdated controls and the not so great level design. If you want to play Metroid as a newcomer I wouldn't recommended this game at all. It's absolutely brutal at times and can be very frustrating. Unfortunately there is no easy mode to help a newcomer you'll just need to deal with the difficulty of not only the bosses and also the not so great controls and level design.However If you're a Metroid fan this game is recommended from me… Expand
  82. Alejangrido50
    Nov 4, 2021
    9
    metroid dread is easy one of the best envelopes of 2021 without any doubt. without a doubt one of the best games of 2021 without any doubt, the gameplay is very precise and dynamic in many senses, good sountrack, very challenging bosses if you are one of the newbies in the franchise and also for the veterans.
    Very good setting of levels, details even in the small corners, successful    metroid dread is easy one of the best envelopes of 2021 without any doubt. without a doubt one of the best games of 2021 without any doubt, the gameplay is very precise and dynamic in many senses, good sountrack, very challenging bosses if you are one of the newbies in the franchise and also for the veterans.
    Very good setting of levels, details even in the small corners, successful diversity of enemies, Metroid 5 is amazing, as a fan I would have liked a little or a clue that it will hold samus in the future but that now is the least of it. Thank you
    100% recommended game.    … Expand
  83. BritishPerson
    Nov 4, 2021
    2
    i really like being able to play as samus from smash bros but the robots are too scary. if i wanted to constantly avoid being killed by mutant space creatures i would just play among us
  84. duckwaffles
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    I can’t think of any negatives with this game. Stupendous! The atmosphere, the combat, the exploration, are all *chef’s kiss* spectacular! The game definitely challenging, but in such a way that you feel like an absolute bad ass anytime you pass a difficult area and boss. The visuals and sound design are top notch, controls are wonderfully responsive. The load times are a wee bit long, butI can’t think of any negatives with this game. Stupendous! The atmosphere, the combat, the exploration, are all *chef’s kiss* spectacular! The game definitely challenging, but in such a way that you feel like an absolute bad ass anytime you pass a difficult area and boss. The visuals and sound design are top notch, controls are wonderfully responsive. The load times are a wee bit long, but it might just be that I’m used to the load times on the PS5 and SeriesX by now. Love every cent spent on this gripping experience… Expand
  85. Scubasausage86
    Nov 4, 2021
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredibly disappointed. Unskippable cutscenes with really boring story content are the worst part, want to just fire up and play the game? Sorry wait 10 mins first. Die against a boss? Best watch the cut scene again. The game itself is no better than the average indie 2D platformer and a lot worse than most. It Should cost $10 and not $50. This is just Nintendo milking it’s IP, there’s nothing new or impressive here, save your money.… Expand
  86. gmez_ivan
    Nov 4, 2021
    9
    Sublime game. Respectful with the past while always feeling new is something very hard to achieve, and this game does it. Know days the usual problem with triple A companies and their games is that they tend forget that games must be fun and amusing, and Nintendo usually delivers here. Metroid Dread is atmospheric, intense, well rounded and very very very enjoyable game, while having 0Sublime game. Respectful with the past while always feeling new is something very hard to achieve, and this game does it. Know days the usual problem with triple A companies and their games is that they tend forget that games must be fun and amusing, and Nintendo usually delivers here. Metroid Dread is atmospheric, intense, well rounded and very very very enjoyable game, while having 0 performance issues or graphical bugs, just pure fun. This is all i can ask for a game, for me, game of the year without any doubt and an easy recommendation . I just hope Mercury Steam receives the respect and praise they deserve, probably their best work to date.… Expand
  87. 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
  88. MaxsterChief121
    Nov 3, 2021
    9
    An absolutely brilliant return to form that fully embraces the series use of non-linear progression to craft a truly unique entry into the series. This game also features by far my favorite iteration of Samus, fully leaning into her badass charm, while also allowing her to have scenes where we see a much tender side to her character.
  89. ThoughtfulScore
    Nov 3, 2021
    7
    Metroid Dread is a 10 hour action, puzzle, exploration game, with some tricky bosses, and easy trash mobs. The checkpoint/save system is very forgiving, and the level design is intuitive, so pacing is good.
    Replay value is low, as there is basically no story, and little in the way of cool things to discover that aren't part of the main campaign. It feels more like a great GameCube    Metroid Dread is a 10 hour action, puzzle, exploration game, with some tricky bosses, and easy trash mobs. The checkpoint/save system is very forgiving, and the level design is intuitive, so pacing is good.
    Replay value is low, as there is basically no story, and little in the way of cool things to discover that aren't part of the main campaign. It feels more like a great GameCube game, rather than a $60 triple A title in 2021. I enjoyed it, but you don't get great bang for your buck.    … Expand
  90. Deadpoetrism
    Nov 3, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I think of 2D Metroid...Metroid Dread really is at the peak in the series so far. Here's what I like and don't like.
    The Good:
    - There's a ton of sequence breaking.
    - They used every possible button and layout possible, there are many options to defeat your enemies. Can feel a little overwhelming at first, but feels incredible when you are in the zone.
    - There are "Secret" ways to destroy mini bosses/bosses.
    - The Cinematics/graphics/cutscenes are top tier for Metroid.
    - I love how short the game is actually, because it easily has high replayablility and that allows me to adore this game on a daily basis if I want to and beat it within 1.5 to 4 hours. Just to clarify, my first play through took me about 8-9 hours without 100% the game.
    - The controls are probably the smoothest and most enjoyable in this entry. Every action and move you make
    - There are parry mechanics, but you don't have to use them until the final boss. But if you do there are great rewards for it.
    - Somehow speedbooster and Shinesparking got a whole lot more fun and expanded on it's mechanics. And it makes the puzzles around them so much more fun to nail.
    - The difficulty is pretty hard when it comes to it's "Normal" mode, after that it's "Hard" mode. I'm glad it took this route.
    - The Bosses have moves that you can dodge or parry, there's nothing that you can't avoid and have a fair chance at completing the game with no deaths and no damage...that said, the game is already hard. So good luck.
    - I love how there is RNG in the placement of the E.M.M.I.'s. This makes every gameplay unique and you never know where those guys are.
    - Enemy designs are great! some new additions and old.
    The Middle:
    - I wasn't expecting a story, but I got one. Metroid typically explores it's story without dialogue and does well with both (excluding Other M here). There are great additions that made my heart sing and there are parts that I'm still left unsure rather than curious about.

    The Bad:
    - The music will disappoint you if expect really memorable melodies, while some tracks are re-used and some new tracks are really nice (The E.M.M.I. areas in particular). But otherwise the music focuses on blending in the the ambience of atmosphere.
    - I didn't really like the grapple beam handing in the game, felt a little wonky compared to any of the other series, then again...maybe I'm just bad at it.    … Expand
  91. marck
    Nov 3, 2021
    10
    Fantastic! If you played to older games in the series or not - this is what it is about! The game tickles your skills, while always being fair, because you keep getting better and better and it feels so good. To me the best ‚platformer‘ with the most diverse gameplay I have ever played. And it looks fantastic too! Genius game. Thank you Nintendo!
  92. SuperApa
    Nov 3, 2021
    4
    I'm a huge Metroid fan and love most of the game. This one is a bit underwhelming unfortunately and below what I expect from Nintendo.

    When the game is a good old Metroid its wonderful, but then the EMMI comes and is totally unbalanced and so random, you just die over and over again. You don't have the proper tools to stealth or escape from then. And you have to do it over and over    I'm a huge Metroid fan and love most of the game. This one is a bit underwhelming unfortunately and below what I expect from Nintendo.

    When the game is a good old Metroid its wonderful, but then the EMMI comes and is totally unbalanced and so random, you just die over and over again. You don't have the proper tools to stealth or escape from then. And you have to do it over and over again. What where they thinking. So frustrating.

    Then the balancing is an issue. The bosses are way to difficult compared to the rest of the game. I don't want it easy (love me a soulslike and other hard games). But this one is frustratingly difficult and it has to do with difficulty spikes, where the boss battles stand out. The boss attackrate is extreme you often have extremely small windows to attack instead you are running, jumping, sliding phasing out of the way from the endless projectiles. Doesn't make you feel powerful at all.

    the there is something off with the controls. The character moves to fast. You can nudge to move a little, if you nudge you probably fall of the ledge you are standing on. It just doesn't feel right and that is important when precision movement is required in combat and traversal. They got this one wrong.

    I would not recommend this game. I rarely throw my controller in frustration. Whit this game I have done it several times. I would say play Super Metroid or Zero Mission instead of this one.    … Expand
  93. flag0n
    Nov 2, 2021
    5
    I made a Metacritic account just so I can review this game. The first Metroid game I played was Metroid II: Return of Samus for the Gameboy in 1991. I was 4 years old and loved the fact I could play in a hostile, foreboding Sci-Fi world where aliens or the environment could kill you within seconds. My favorite games in the Metroid franchise are the Prime trilogy, with the first one takingI made a Metacritic account just so I can review this game. The first Metroid game I played was Metroid II: Return of Samus for the Gameboy in 1991. I was 4 years old and loved the fact I could play in a hostile, foreboding Sci-Fi world where aliens or the environment could kill you within seconds. My favorite games in the Metroid franchise are the Prime trilogy, with the first one taking the cake. Super Metroid is great too, but I played that much later when it was packaged on the SNES Classic. It's a great game.

    This is one of the worst Metroid games I have ever played. I won't repeat what has already been said about why this game is so marginal and non-Metroid, but I do disagree that the difficulty is a prohibiting factor. Metroid has always been hard, not impossibly hard per se, but the difficulty -- especially at the beginning of the games -- are what draws a lot of people in and creates a sense of investment and reward by the time you finish. Prime 2's beginning (especially the first time you go to the Dark World and fight the first Ing boss) is a great example.

    Metroid Dread fails in nearly every category that makes the franchise unique in a world full of Metroidvania-style games. It's chock full of gimmicky QTE-type reactions and sections that feel uninspired and annoying rather than mysterious and foreboding. There is next to no exploration, and obtaining power-ups seems too twitchy rather than reliant on problem-solving or exploratory skills.

    Metroid has always been a game about being lost, isolated even, in a hostile world. It's always had this feeling that at any moment, you could fall prey to an alien monster or some environmental trap. It's up to you, the player, to overcome all odds and prove to the galaxy that Samus Aran is the baddest bounty hunter, bar none. Metroid Dread, despite its name, does none of these things. I never once felt an ounce of fear, anxiety, or dread. Mostly, I felt boredom during the main game and frustration bordering on anger during the idiotic EMMI sections.

    There are a few redeeming qualities. Controls are tight and fluid. It's got that Nintendo polish and production value going for it. The endgame is fun when you become an unstoppable force with all of your tricks, but it happens so suddenly that the first half of the game (when you are weak) feels like it was made longer just to keep the difficulty artificially inflated. The Chozo storyline is intriguing but unrealized. Finally, a game where we learn about and interact with these guys while playing rather than through lore and flashbacks. If only we had more.

    Nintendo is laughing all the way to the bank with this one. What a joke. Don't be a sucker like me and pay $60 for this crap. Here's an idea: save yourself $45 and buy Hollow Knight on the Switch, or get it on sale on Steam for $7. It's the best Metroidvania game made since Symphony of the Night (1997). I'm serious. Hopefully Retro can redeem what's left of this once-great franchise with Prime 4. It's my last hope as a Metroid fan.

    Gameplay: 7
    Graphics: 7
    Fun Factor: 3
    Sound/Music: 3
    Replayability: 5

    Average. For a Metroid game, what a disappointment. It's as bad as Other M.    … Expand
  94. alucard5
    Nov 2, 2021
    0
    Metroid Dread looks very poor and is not a very good game. It was too hyped, but did not manage to deliver. I find most areas uninspiring and dreadful (pun intended). It is not worth more than 5 dollars.
  95. ahmadhz1999
    Nov 2, 2021
    7
    For me, the game is too simple to be a masterpiece. It was definitely a fun experience but the maps and the boss fights were super simplified.

    First of all, the maps for each area are very small, so you will never feel alone or scared. Second of all, the location of hidden items is so obvious that you can find most of them without any problem, and this takes the feel of discovery out of    For me, the game is too simple to be a masterpiece. It was definitely a fun experience but the maps and the boss fights were super simplified.

    First of all, the maps for each area are very small, so you will never feel alone or scared. Second of all, the location of hidden items is so obvious that you can find most of them without any problem, and this takes the feel of discovery out of the game. Lastly, the platforming sections are just too easy. In the entire playthrough, there were only one or two parts that had challenging platforming and in other sections, you only had to jump once or twice and pass the location easily.

    Boss fights had the same problem. The only boss fights that were actually interesting and satisfying to beat were the first and last bosses. Other bosses had only three or four attack patterns and you could learn all of them after a few tries (usually less than 5 tries). Also, the game gives you so many health packs and missiles that sometimes you don't even need to learn all the attack patterns.

    Some people might say that if I play it on hard these problems will go away, but that is not true because these are design problems, and increasing the damage of enemies will not solve anything.

    I would say the best part of this game is the gameplay. It feels very smooth, and you can run around the map super fast. This becomes even more fun when you get new cool abilities. Also, unlike most people, I liked the EMMI encounters because they felt intense in some parts and made the game more engaging.

    Overall I recommend this game, but I think 60 dollars is too much for such a simple and short game, so wait for the sale if you want to save money.    … Expand
  96. 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
  97. Chevaca
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    The gameplay of this new Metroid 2D is the most beautiful I have been able to experience, it is like playing Samus Return influenced by Metroid Zero mission and Fusion but with all the well polished mechanics and on top of the new skills that you acquire which adds to your experience better. I just love how much the freedom you have in being able to explore certain points on the mapsThe gameplay of this new Metroid 2D is the most beautiful I have been able to experience, it is like playing Samus Return influenced by Metroid Zero mission and Fusion but with all the well polished mechanics and on top of the new skills that you acquire which adds to your experience better. I just love how much the freedom you have in being able to explore certain points on the maps depending on how you know to use the skills you have at the moment and how you plan to manage them, but especially how you can acquire many of the items and expansions WITHOUT the ability’s that the game ask you to to get it in the first place. AMAZING GAME!… Expand
  98. Alvz9
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    Años sin jugar un Metroid en 2D, y la progresión ha sido estupenda de cara a la quinta entrega de esta saga (sin contar Prime). Dread incorpora una guía mínima como en Fusión, pero en la mayoría de las ocasiones sentirás esa sensación de exploración de las primeras entregas; aunque esto es un tanto ilusorio: pues, el diseño de niveles funciona de tal forma, que casi siempre se te sugiereAños sin jugar un Metroid en 2D, y la progresión ha sido estupenda de cara a la quinta entrega de esta saga (sin contar Prime). Dread incorpora una guía mínima como en Fusión, pero en la mayoría de las ocasiones sentirás esa sensación de exploración de las primeras entregas; aunque esto es un tanto ilusorio: pues, el diseño de niveles funciona de tal forma, que casi siempre se te sugiere el camino a seguir (aunque a lo metroidvania: esto quiere decir, siempre intercalando e interconectando distintos niveles de un gran mapa). Los EMMIS como dinámica jugable son un soplo de aire fresco, aunque su sensación de agobio se podría haber trasladado a cualquier lugar del mapa (y no sólo a las áreas centrales donde habitan estos seres). El resto de jefes y subjefes son variados y muy desafiantes; aunque un poco repetitivos después de unas horas de juego. Terminé el juego en poco menos de 20 hrs., pero ganas de rejugarlo no faltan (apetece mucho en este tipo de juegos). Los powers ups de Samus están muy bien implementados, obligándote a explorar cuando te quedas atrapado con tal de obtener un nuevo poder. A nivel gráfico es muy sobresaliente respecto al resto del catalogo de Switch, y tiene un excelente rendimiento (con algunos bajones de FPS en los combates contra jefes). Su historia es simplemente el broche de oro que necesitaba la saga para finalizar; y es un adorno perfecto para una jugabilidad exquisita y refinada con el pasar de las distintas entregas. Dread es la versión definitiva de Samus, y sin lugar a dudas el mejor Metroid en 2D.… Expand
  99. Olegbezb
    Nov 2, 2021
    8
    Отличная игра, выхода которой я даже не ожидал. Отличное управление, история и визуал в портативе.
  100. Shamus1269
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    This was the most fun I have had with a game in a long time. Running , jumping or just exploring every part of Metroid Dread was fast, fluid and entertaining. This was a game I found difficult to put down because I was having so much fun. While it may be a little difficult for some, personally the challenge made it better for me. Absolute Banger!!
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Critic score distribution:
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  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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