Metroid Dread

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2790 Ratings

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  1. connorv67
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    The definitive Metroid game of the Switch era, just as significant as Odyssey or Breath of the Wild are for their respective franchises. Does the classics justice while embracing new and exciting ideas.
  2. Themechanic6969
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Demasiado contento despues de años de espera nos dan este pedazo de juego, amo su jugabilidad, diseño, sonido, historia, gracias nintendo… Expand
  3. ad516
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    This was my first Metroid and it's so good that it immediately made me want to play more. The tough but fair difficulty, awesome story, top-notch level design and progression, and some of the best boss battles I've ever played, these were some of the best 13 hours that I've spent on a video game. if you own a Switch, buy this. 10/10
  4. Tirian
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Metroid Dread sigue manteniendo el estándar alto del género que creó junto con Castlevania, llevando al jugador a sentirse inmerso en un basto mundo lleno de misterios y enemigos por destruir.
  5. Dixcal
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    First time ever giving a game a 10/10

    I played metroid since the NES area. And wow this game is crafted so good and with so much love to the series. Never bevor a metroidvania felt so much thought out for me. The atmosphere the paste of the game timings, map, emmi zone it feels so perfectly connected. Iam blown away buy what the developers of mercury steam did with that IP this is all    First time ever giving a game a 10/10

    I played metroid since the NES area. And wow this game is crafted so good and with so much love to the series. Never bevor a metroidvania felt so much thought out for me.

    The atmosphere the paste of the game timings, map, emmi zone it feels so perfectly connected.

    Iam blown away buy what the developers of mercury steam did with that IP this is all what a metroid fan would ever had wished for.

    Iam kinda scared what society turned into how can someone possibly give this game a 0 out of 10 man that's just unfair and I clearly see the lack of character there. Even if it's not your thing or to hard for you it shouldn't be a 0 at all. And even though it is hard, this game is really fair. And tbh I think every metroid game in the past when you were introduced to a new control schemed metroid game it always was very hard and frustrating to begin with. I think people forgot about that.

    Regardless I had a hell and a ton of fun with the game. It made every aspect of metroid games in the past feel fresh and made it even better. I hope the developers will get another opportunity making a game with this ip in the future. I just can't wait to see where the series is going on from now on.    … Expand
  6. Bumbfuzzle
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    This game is a 10/10 and deserves nothing lower, this is a perfect sequel to fusion and the difficulty is just right and adds a hard mode upon completion for those seeking a challenge
  7. Rtheom
    Oct 13, 2021
    6
    It's okay. The controls are fine and the general gameplay is good, if not a bit tried and true. The problem is that there are now many metroidvanias on the eshop that are just as good for far less ($15 instead of $60). This game isn't really worth the full asking price, but that won't ever be going down, since it's a Nintendo game, unfortunately. If you can find a used copy or borrow itIt's okay. The controls are fine and the general gameplay is good, if not a bit tried and true. The problem is that there are now many metroidvanias on the eshop that are just as good for far less ($15 instead of $60). This game isn't really worth the full asking price, but that won't ever be going down, since it's a Nintendo game, unfortunately. If you can find a used copy or borrow it from a friend, go ahead, but I can't recommend this at the full price of $60.

    The one big detractor from the game is the robot chase parts. We've seen this done in video games so many times before that it's not scary or tense even the first time that it happens. It's mostly just an annoyance because it just adds extra reload time.

    The map is pretty decent, but there is some fail. It's often a little too confusing figuring out where you need to go next. The rooms are mostly samey and the environmental design does little to help this. That's okay because the environment was never really a big part of Metroid anyway, typically having black or flat color rooms with enemies in them, but it does feel a bit lame when you have graphics this nice otherwise.

    A fine enough Metroid, but there's better out there for cheaper now.

    Edit: Dropped my score by a point because I'm already bored of the game after 6 hours of play. It's just too monotonous, the exploration is really non-existent, and the E.M.M.I. sections are just an annoyance. Go buy "A Robot Named Fight", it's a much better, much more interesting Metroid.

    Ironically, this game actually got me to finally try Axiom Verge.    … Expand
  8. Adrianojbc
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Excellent game, gameplay and history! Great controls and well balanced difficulty :)
  9. MandaLordian
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Back to the formula!! (And also not!) Amazing game. From start to finish. Amazing story arc, astonishing classic metroid non-linear gameplay with an agile Samus as we never seen before and delightful 60 fps graphics. This was totally worth waiting 19 years for. Metroid Dread is a true gift for it's fanbase and also a majestic entry into the series for newcomers. My only tip is: If you'reBack to the formula!! (And also not!) Amazing game. From start to finish. Amazing story arc, astonishing classic metroid non-linear gameplay with an agile Samus as we never seen before and delightful 60 fps graphics. This was totally worth waiting 19 years for. Metroid Dread is a true gift for it's fanbase and also a majestic entry into the series for newcomers. My only tip is: If you're new to the franchise, please bother to learn the full timeline before playing it, it will be totally worth it.… Expand
  10. Ajoo444
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    This game is awsome! my opinion 10/10 thanks Nintendo for this Master piece!!!
  11. erickpoker96
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego en switch de este año. La ambientacion, la musica, la jugabilidad, todo es perfecto en este juego. Recomendado 10/10.
  12. Porkchawp
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    This game is simply, incredible. It perfectly evolves the Metroid franchise for the modern day. The movement and momentum mechanics feel great and keep the speedrunning aspect that so many love from the previous games. The story is great, giving plenty of context for new players and rewarding those who have played the entirety of the series. The new E.M.M.I enemies are exciting andThis game is simply, incredible. It perfectly evolves the Metroid franchise for the modern day. The movement and momentum mechanics feel great and keep the speedrunning aspect that so many love from the previous games. The story is great, giving plenty of context for new players and rewarding those who have played the entirety of the series. The new E.M.M.I enemies are exciting and horrifying. MercurySteam did a fantastic job.… Expand
  13. Eduhc1234
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game! Finaly Metroid receive some love..
    Qnd finally, the people that call Samus 'metroid' até right.    … Expand
  14. davedrummer88
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    My favorite 2D Metroid game. While it lacks some atmospheric elements that all other games have in the series, it is the best-feeling, best-controlling, well-mapped, logically-consistent game in the series. The encounters with EMMMIs are tense and fun and not frustrating; the boss fights are thrilling and challenging; the ouroboros map exploration has never been better!
  15. AstralCritic
    Oct 13, 2021
    5
    Highly Over rated as a Metroid game. This is the most on the rails Metroid I have played. Sure the action is highly polished and dynamic, but the cutscene invasion during boss battles are unwanted and only serve as "here is how you beat me" giveaways. Sequence Breaking is a staple of Metroid and this game intentionally prevents that from happening as nauseum. It is anti-Metroid in myHighly Over rated as a Metroid game. This is the most on the rails Metroid I have played. Sure the action is highly polished and dynamic, but the cutscene invasion during boss battles are unwanted and only serve as "here is how you beat me" giveaways. Sequence Breaking is a staple of Metroid and this game intentionally prevents that from happening as nauseum. It is anti-Metroid in my opinion and should be called something else. Nintendo is clearly coasting on Metroid fanbucks. It's a shame. Super Metroid is still the best in the series but this is a different kind of game. Wish I had not bought it. It is subpar in every game mechanic aspect with only the visuals and atmosphere being high quality.… Expand
  16. GL1ZZY_G0BBL3R
    Oct 13, 2021
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really wanted to absolutely adore this game and I've been looking forward to it for a while now but it has quite a few flaws that just makes it hard to enjoy.
    1) The game is just too expensive (IMO) It retails for 80 CAD (Canadian Dollars) (without the taxes included)
    2) The backtracking is tedious and totally not worth it
    3) The E.M.M.Is are just seriously lacking I was expecting to have them breath down your neck the whole game however that wasn't the case. They are stuck within their zones and after the first one (White/None Damaged One) you realize that they aren't scary just more of a nuisance
    4) The bosses fights are just a chore, they hit for a lot and barely take dmg
    5) The E.M.M.Is are pretty much all the same with barely any variety (They have slight quirks but not enough to make them memorable)
    6) Mini bosses like the Chozo Warriors are constantly reused and become boring and a pain to deal with.
    7) Out of the 7 E.M.M.Is you only really fight like 5 of them (The Damaged one is a tutorial of sort and the Red one just dies in a cutscene)    … Expand
  17. Anoniman
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Metroid Dread absolutely destroyed me. If there's anybody who could hance this franchise it's Mercury Steam.
  18. GuiValadares
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    Um game na qual a exploração é cada vez mais inspiradora. Tudo no cenário pode ter escondido um segredo ou alguma recompensa. Mecânica muito fluida e o combate muito bem polido.
    Claramente um jogo feito com muito cuidado e carinho.
  19. Matkdark
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lo mejor de esta año . cumplió con lo que esperaba para un titulo con una gran historia detrás de ella y la mejor manera para esperar de metroid prime 4… Expand
  20. metroid_lover
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    such a great game! i really recommendet it! mercury steam is the boss for create a nice masterpiece
  21. Maxwelldread
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Una obra maestra de mercury steam y de sakamoto. Lamentablemente siempre habrá haters exigentes que no quedaran complacidos con nada, a no ser que cumplan sus estándares. Merece mucho la pena jugarlo. Me gusto a un mas que hollow knight
  22. linkoid
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    One of my favorite game of all time is Super Metroid so a new Metroid game is a big event for me but also I have very high expectation for a new entry in this franchise. Arguably the intro and ending of this game are not as iconic as the ones in Super Metroid, but the gameplay must be the best of the whole franchise. After I finished the game a first time, I was wondering if this episodeOne of my favorite game of all time is Super Metroid so a new Metroid game is a big event for me but also I have very high expectation for a new entry in this franchise. Arguably the intro and ending of this game are not as iconic as the ones in Super Metroid, but the gameplay must be the best of the whole franchise. After I finished the game a first time, I was wondering if this episode became my favorite of all, which is the first time I even consider that after playing a new entry since Super Metroid. After I started playing it again, watching also videos about sequence breaking and how deep the game becomes if you really try to discover all the secrets in this world design and gameplay, I really start to believe this is a true masterpiece, and the game designers really did an amazing job expecting the players experimenting many different ways to complete it. I recommend playing it multiple times to appreciate the deep taste of this episode. To summarize: long life for 2D Metroid!… Expand
  23. KodiakTHX
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    MercurySteam's best work yet, adjusting all faults that Samus Returns on the 3DS had and enhanced all previous ideals to a near perfect 60FPS. At face value without context you would believe the game was filled with cutscenes that played for you but if you will simply see Samus manhandle a boss pointing her gun at it without firing a thing if you the player does not play the game.

    You    MercurySteam's best work yet, adjusting all faults that Samus Returns on the 3DS had and enhanced all previous ideals to a near perfect 60FPS. At face value without context you would believe the game was filled with cutscenes that played for you but if you will simply see Samus manhandle a boss pointing her gun at it without firing a thing if you the player does not play the game.

    You will be challenged, and if you think you broke the game to get something early you may find you will be rewarded for your effort.

    Visually comparable to XBLA games in memory but not in actuality, the animation workflow is fast and fluid you'll wish to see done in other genres.

    One of the few Switch games that support 5.1 Surround sound, though most of the music is atmospheric similar to Super Metroid's original scores, and simply no scores similar to classic or Fusion's rocking scores outside of rearrangements of classic melodies.

    Basic first runs can be completed in 8-12 hours depending on experimentation, but second runs can be beaten in less than 4 hours, with some speedrunners attempting to break less than 2 hours as of this review.

    The only downsides is simply being a game on aging Nintendo hardware, while native 720p in handheld mode the post-process free 900p in dock mode may look simply too crunchy on modern 4KTVs. Hard mode is unlocked completing the game, but hardmode simply just makes the enemies do insane damage but all still die the same as normal mode it's simply a mode to challenge hardcore enthusiasts and not recommended for clumsy players, you'll be able to beat normal/hard mode in the same time frame if you never get hit once.    … Expand
  24. danielibac
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Excelente juego, sus controles y su ambiente, incluso los jefes son desafiantes y muy satisfactorio al completarlo.
  25. Abysswalker2115
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    The controls at first are quite meh, but once you start mastering them you are able to pull off some cool maneuvers. The sense of progression is perfectly paced with how this game wants you to feel like you’re being hunted. I personally enjoyed the small pieces of story they put in here, but I’m sure some people will just not know what is going on. All in all, great game, easilyThe controls at first are quite meh, but once you start mastering them you are able to pull off some cool maneuvers. The sense of progression is perfectly paced with how this game wants you to feel like you’re being hunted. I personally enjoyed the small pieces of story they put in here, but I’m sure some people will just not know what is going on. All in all, great game, easily replayable, and worth it.… Expand
  26. John_1219-
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Amazing game. Once you get a solid grip on the mechanics you will literally fly through this game and feel like a badass
  27. Massimo8
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Not even joking. This game is perfectly fun and entertaining, the exploration is satifying to a level only Metroid can bring
  28. Varkster
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Fantastic return to the beloved Metroid formula. A massive step up from Samus Returns, introducing a lot of new story elements, great music, atmosphere and fast-paced action which didn't starve me for challenge. Really happy about this one and suggest any Metroid or 2D action game fans to pick this up.
  29. FreyjasChild
    Oct 13, 2021
    5
    Fantastic addition to the franchise! Interesting story that builds upon the lore, smooth controls, beautiful visuals, huge maps, and killer bosses! As a fan of the franchise since the beginning Dread delivers on all my expectations and exceeds them! ...See you next mission!
  30. bootlekang
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Best metroid game since SUPER.Best metroid game since SUPER.Best metroid game since SUPER.
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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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