Metroid Dread

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2790 Ratings

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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
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#9 Best Switch Game of 2021
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 124 Critic Reviews

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