Metroid Dread

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  1. polarbeartime
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    This game is solid. I think this game is made for people who are curious about the MetroidVania genre. This one guides you well, plays smoothly and is not very punishing: i recommend you try it. It's a short blast with great movement and I like the combat. There is a lot of repeated bosses but I enjoyed their design so it didn't affect me negatively.
    As for exploration: there was pretty    This game is solid. I think this game is made for people who are curious about the MetroidVania genre. This one guides you well, plays smoothly and is not very punishing: i recommend you try it. It's a short blast with great movement and I like the combat. There is a lot of repeated bosses but I enjoyed their design so it didn't affect me negatively.
    As for exploration: there was pretty much none once I understood there's only 2 ways to go.
    1. you find a place (transport, boss, item), you're supposed to be here at this point in the game.
    2. you got a new item, find what blockage can now be passed.
    So that looped until i found the final boss. There's more health and ammo upgrades to be found but that's it. All in all, I had a great time.    … Expand
  2. automatista
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Soy de Chile, no soy muy fan de Metroid, pero le tengo cariño desde que jugué al Super Metroid, esperaba con ansias poder sentir la experiencia del pasado y me apunté. Me sorprendió la jugabilidad y la atmosfera que brinda la Banda Sonora. Sinceramente me parece el juego un poco corto y la verdad nunca te puedes perder, pero se compensa con la tensión que generan las zonas E.M.M.I.
    Seguro    Soy de Chile, no soy muy fan de Metroid, pero le tengo cariño desde que jugué al Super Metroid, esperaba con ansias poder sentir la experiencia del pasado y me apunté. Me sorprendió la jugabilidad y la atmosfera que brinda la Banda Sonora. Sinceramente me parece el juego un poco corto y la verdad nunca te puedes perder, pero se compensa con la tensión que generan las zonas E.M.M.I.
    Seguro que tiene algún contenido extra preparado, y espero no sea de pago.
    Todo mi apoyo para este juegazo y para el desarrollo de alguna nueva entrega.    … Expand
  3. Greentokage
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Llevo jugando más de 15 horas.
    Me a encantado todo lo que llevo de juego.
    No creo que pueda compararse con otra entrega anterior a mejorado para bien.
  4. Mocking
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Todas las mecanicas de los juegos de metroid perfeccionadas en este juego sin duda alguna es un nuevo clasico si es tu primer metroid o ya eres un fan con muchos años jugando sus juegos.
    El Metroid Dread es el que mas profundiza en las batallas contra jefes siento es donde mas brilla y es donde mas lo disfrute peleas rapidas, momentos exactos del parry, buscar el punto debil del enemigo un gran juego sin duda alguna    … Expand
  5. Sanahewo
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    The title is simply amazing. I raised playing Fusion and Zero Mission over and over again with 6 years old and, in Dread, I felt like I was enjoying those years again. The control is so satisfactory and the counter-attacks have a good reaction time. The narrative is at top level like the scenario designs. The only bad thing I could say it's that I finished the game and I only remember theThe title is simply amazing. I raised playing Fusion and Zero Mission over and over again with 6 years old and, in Dread, I felt like I was enjoying those years again. The control is so satisfactory and the counter-attacks have a good reaction time. The narrative is at top level like the scenario designs. The only bad thing I could say it's that I finished the game and I only remember the last boss fight song, but I'm pretty sure with a 2nd run I'll enjoy the game better because I was speedrunning to avoid spoilers. Thank you Mercury Steam!!… Expand
  6. Rootbeerisgood
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    What am exhilarating experience! The atmosphere is so real and the game really does flex its budget with the set pieces it shows. Love it. Definitely my favorite metroidvania so far.
  7. LucasPK
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Melhor metroid que já joguei! Não tinha visto nada assim desde Metroid Samus Returns.
  8. TulioDan
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Un juego hermoso visual y artisticentehablando, divertido, dificultad desafiante, dinamico y con una esencia que ya no se ve en juegos actuales. Si a alguien lo le gusto, debera admitir almenos 1 de las grandezas del juego o te esta mintiendo
  9. CatchPhrase
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    9.1/10
    Pros:
    Best control response in the series Best visuals in the series Best Atmosphere in the series Counter mechanics are fluid, stylish and fun Bosses are fantastic and layered with hidden mechanics most players don't know-- there are multiple bosses with one-hit kills Final boss is best in the series Cons: Music is forgetabble/ Not really something fun to listen to like    9.1/10
    Pros:
    Best control response in the series
    Best visuals in the series
    Best Atmosphere in the series
    Counter mechanics are fluid, stylish and fun
    Bosses are fantastic and layered with hidden mechanics most players don't know-- there are multiple bosses with one-hit kills
    Final boss is best in the series

    Cons:
    Music is forgetabble/ Not really something fun to listen to like other titles
    Plot's confusing-- communities are arguing over the endings' meanings
    Ending in general after the last boss fight is lacluster    … Expand
  10. 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
  11. LuigiRetrogamer
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Una soberbia adición a la querida saga. Gráficos muy bien logrados, historia que te mantiene interesado, un control preciso y responsivo. La música es el único pequeño pero que le pongo, pues carece de las grandiosas melodías a las que estábamos acostumbrados y optaron por hacerla más ambiental. En resumen fantástica obra que no puede faltar en tu colección.
  12. LeMauro
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Metroid Dread has no problems, it depends on how you see it, some things that you should take into account before playing, they must be, the game is difficult, very difficult, but this only happens with bosses, this does not mean anything bad for the most part of time, since if you are experimenting in the saga it may not cost you so much, and added to the controls that are sometimesMetroid Dread has no problems, it depends on how you see it, some things that you should take into account before playing, they must be, the game is difficult, very difficult, but this only happens with bosses, this does not mean anything bad for the most part of time, since if you are experimenting in the saga it may not cost you so much, and added to the controls that are sometimes confusing, the boss fights may make you suffer.

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

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

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

    Thank you for reading    … Expand
  13. AtSpeechLess
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s not really trying to be genre defining, just polishing what’s been done in the past games mainly the remake of Metroid 2. It’s still an amazing game each zone u pass through feels fun and full of adventure although that’s really an illusion when most of the zones are just filled up with missile up grades, kinda of a bummer when you’ve been wondering around for 2 hours only to find every hidden thing being a upgrade to health or missiles. On the up side movement always felt great combat and boss fights were just the best parts for me. Game can feel some what liner but that’s a difficult thing for me to explain I find my self comparing it to hollow knight but in hollow knight case ur only vaguely guided around the start while in dread it feels like ur being vaguely guided around your whole trip. Witch I guess isn’t a horrible thing doesn’t make the game any less fun. The difficulty of the game was also done really well never felt like something was impossible as long as I was paying attention to what’s being thrown at me, witch leads to the emme witch start off fairly simple but get more anxiety inducing later in the game especially with the emme that can hear u from anywhere. On the down side emme zones are mostly empty from what I found aside from a missile upgrade here and there. I won’t lie I wanted something hollow knight levels from the genre defining franchise Metroid but even tho I wasn’t given that I still had a great time with dread and what it had to offer. can’t wait till the next mission.… Expand
  14. yandycandy
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Best 2D Metroid game yet, my personal game of the year! Some of the best boss fights I have ever experience in a game. Tough, but sooo satisfying!
  15. Zombify
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Great game, better impposible!! I never like metroid games but this game I cannot stop playing
  16. Elderbini
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Great return to the series, as a long term Metroid fan this is a wonderful return and I'm stoked where this leads in the future.
  17. HeyitsSamB
    Oct 12, 2021
    9
    This game is so good! Samus has such a cool new suit, the music is great, and the main bosses are fun yet challenging!
  18. Darklink9110
    Oct 12, 2021
    8
    I love exploring and finding secrets. I just recently played super metroid for the first time and finding secret passages and rooms is what made the game great. In dread, the secrets are obvious and in your face. I wish they rewarded bombing everything like they did in the older games. The exploration is good, but it could be better. I dislike handholding that they do with newer games andI love exploring and finding secrets. I just recently played super metroid for the first time and finding secret passages and rooms is what made the game great. In dread, the secrets are obvious and in your face. I wish they rewarded bombing everything like they did in the older games. The exploration is good, but it could be better. I dislike handholding that they do with newer games and I'm glad that they try not to hold your hand but it still seems like they still are trying to make it easier. I would rather it be obscure and challenging.… Expand
  19. Fire_Knight23
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    Metroid Dread is personally my favorite Metroid game of all time. Everything from the exploration, weapons, collectibles, and story are near PERFECTION. I had a blast playing this game. The exploration was Zero Mission-like, not as interconnected as Super Metroid's, but very much alike to Zero Mission's style, where every area was separate and are connected through elevators. This game ISMetroid Dread is personally my favorite Metroid game of all time. Everything from the exploration, weapons, collectibles, and story are near PERFECTION. I had a blast playing this game. The exploration was Zero Mission-like, not as interconnected as Super Metroid's, but very much alike to Zero Mission's style, where every area was separate and are connected through elevators. This game IS NOT like Samus Returns, where if you went from one area to the other, that meant that area you already visited was done for, no use of going back there unless you want to 100%. Metroid Dread basically requires you to go to every location and back, which I think is great since it gives you much of an incentive to 100% the game.

    The story is fantastic. It takes what happens from Fusion and creates its own, very interesting story. It is recommended to playthrough the old Metroid games to get an understanding of the basic lore, but this is still a great game for newcomers. There is a ton of variety in the Boss Fights and I'm glad that every EMMI, and most bosses have unique styles so none of the battles are boring or bland at all.

    This is a fantastic game. I definitely recommend it to those who have not played a metroid game or a metroidvania. You will have a great time.

    TLDR: Awesome game, almost everything is perfect, a must buy for new-comers and veterans alike.    … Expand
  20. Robbiejelso
    Oct 15, 2021
    9
    Shoutout to the boss who made me play flappy bird in 2021. Absolute Legend.
  21. Voltaico
    Oct 15, 2021
    9
    Great game! I really enjoyed to play Metroid Dread.
    Perfect Metroid for newcomers, but provides a lot of challenge to veterans. A little bit linear, but contains awesome boss battles and very nice areas to explore.
    If you are a Metroid fan, it is obligatory. If not, it is a great entrance to the franchise.
  22. baconzaddy
    Oct 16, 2021
    5
    A fantastic return to the Metroid series! The feeling of isolation is back, Samus controls beautifully and when you master the terrain and pick up enough upgrades you’ll be zipping through the map like an unstoppable war machine. The EMMI are terrifying and add stealth gameplay that is fresh and exciting in Metroid. The bosses are unique and challenging! I’m not a super skilled player andA fantastic return to the Metroid series! The feeling of isolation is back, Samus controls beautifully and when you master the terrain and pick up enough upgrades you’ll be zipping through the map like an unstoppable war machine. The EMMI are terrifying and add stealth gameplay that is fresh and exciting in Metroid. The bosses are unique and challenging! I’m not a super skilled player and I did die a few times fighting bosses. But once you learn the attack patterns and get better at melee counters you can make quick work of them and it’s so satisfying! I definitely recommend for fans of Metroidvania games like Hollowknight and Blasphemous.… Expand
  23. Lang314
    Oct 16, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Should be a good time for newcomers and fans alike. Hard to say if its worth a $60 price point with its occasional graphic hiccups and its 1 screen, NES-esq "Thanks for Playing!" ending.… Expand
  24. wcbalis
    Oct 20, 2021
    8
    Metroid Dread is one of the best platformers, if not one of the best gaming experiences on the Switch period. The graphics/performance are great, considering the limitations of the hardware, and the art direction and world-building simultaneously invoke awe-inspiring wonder at times, and cold terror at others. The story is engaging and game length is appropriate. Can't comment on theMetroid Dread is one of the best platformers, if not one of the best gaming experiences on the Switch period. The graphics/performance are great, considering the limitations of the hardware, and the art direction and world-building simultaneously invoke awe-inspiring wonder at times, and cold terror at others. The story is engaging and game length is appropriate. Can't comment on the ending, because the last boss is giving me a hard time right now...

    So why is this not a 10/10? Because the exploration, while quite visually appealing, did not feel as open-ended and non-linear as some of the other elite games in the genre (I am aware that the original Metroid formula inspired every one of these games). Throughout Dread, while I did get lost a few times, I always felt like the path I was on still had a sense of linearity. For example, no optional bosses, and no items or upgrades that can be missed/skipped in completing the game (this may be inaccurate, as speedrunners have begun to find sequence breaks). The game even blocks off previous areas at times, forcing you into certain encounters or areas.

    Overall, this is a great game. My gripes about exploration are greatly outweighed by the game's ability to provide a thoroughly satisfying and quality gaming experience. It left me wanting more, which may ultimately be a good thing, I just didn't have this nagging feeling after playing, say, Hollow Knight...just saying.    … Expand
  25. MunhozMCM
    Jul 28, 2022
    9
    My Score:

    (9) - Great!

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  26. Jatton
    Oct 23, 2021
    5
    Great game, I highly recommend this for anyone who’s a fan of the Metroid prime franchise
  27. Lemethy
    Oct 24, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game marvelous, just completed a 100% run, i want more :)

    graphic 9/10. very good for switch
    gameplay 10/10 challenging and fair very good controls
    music 10/10 marvelous atmosphere, and the theme song is a masterpiece
    story 8/10 epic
  28. PhantomFight
    Oct 25, 2021
    10
    Before Metroid Dread, I played Super Metroid, as a way to see why it is 'the best Metroid game' as some people calls it. The game was fine in my eyes, and I think Hollow Knight and Ori is a better metroidvania game. Metroid Dread, in my opinion, is a better version of Hollow Knight, with less difficulty.
    Metroid Dread was a lot of fun, and reading some of the reviews with people saying    Before Metroid Dread, I played Super Metroid, as a way to see why it is 'the best Metroid game' as some people calls it. The game was fine in my eyes, and I think Hollow Knight and Ori is a better metroidvania game. Metroid Dread, in my opinion, is a better version of Hollow Knight, with less difficulty.
    Metroid Dread was a lot of fun, and reading some of the reviews with people saying they were fans of previous entries saying this game is bad, makes me confused. The game has better graphics than most of the Switch's first party titles. The game forces you to use the joy stick, which may felt weird at first, but you would eventually get used to it. And the games difficulty isn't that difficult like most of these reviews say.
    The difficulty of Metroid Dread may feel hard at first, but if you actually pay attention, every attack has a weakness, and is easy to avoid. Each bosses can feel unpredictable at first, but when you take your time, you would eventually learn the attack patterns judging from their movements alone, giving you more than enough time to avoid and counter attack.
    Back tracking is expected in a Metroidvania, but this games backtracking isn't really as bad as people say, and I think it I only backtracked once or twice when I tried to progress, with most of my overall backtracking is to collect the optional item upgrades (increasing in missile capacity and etc). Most of the times, when you unlock a new ability, the game would put you near a teleporter that would basically be a sign that says, this is where you have to go next. And if people say that it's confusing, then there is the map, which literally tells you every gate or blast doors that you may have missed.
    The E.M.M.Is, is the most understandable ones, and I think they aren't too bad. The first time you meet them, you would probably be terrified, but after some time, they can feel old and annoying. But it isn't really too much of a hassle when you get used to them.
    I saw a complaint that finding all items should have given you a different experience, either you collect all the items and make the game feel easy, or don't collect items, and make the game feel hard, with Metroid Dread feeling completely pointless to collect all items. In Super Metroid, I didn't collect all the items, but that doesn't mean the boss is automatically harder, it just means I don't have enough missiles to spam, because in Super Metroid, the more you collect, the more you can use, and in Dread, it feels the same way, where if you have more missiles, you would be able to use more missiles against the bosses, rather than the charge beam, which would technically make the game feel easier in some ways. This complaint felt redundant, considering the bosses is already not too difficult if you know what to do.
    Overall, these reviews, saying they were fans of previous Metroid games, seems to feel a bit too negative, or probably blinded by nostalgia, because some of these complaints are clearly the same things I can see as problems for Super Metroid, and if Super Metroid is the best Metroid game, and if you have these 'issues' that these people say, then it is difficult for me to see them liking Super Metroid. If you feel that you don't like Metroid dread, then revisit Super Metroid, and compare your experience on these issues that people have, because in my eyes, Metroid Dread is the better than most modern metroidvanias.    … Expand
  29. NitL7
    Oct 25, 2021
    9
    Since the original(too many hours) after that... I played a few moment on the other METROID game, This is the METROID, I always dream of ... it's very fluid in its movements and all with an accessible difficulty without being in the impossible for most people ... A Future Classic Game
  30. Ramseas
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    This is my game of the year.

    A perfect progression for the Metroid series, excellently challenging, buttery smooth controls and mechanics, gorgeous graphics, phenomenal and nostalgia inducing music, and an incredible story, with an ending leaving me VERY excited for the future.

    As a long time Metroid fan, this is a dream come true.
  31. wiz4rdddd
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. no jugaba metroid hace mucho, me hice de apoco fanático de este estilo de juegoy luego de terminar por decima vez castlevania sotn y el mas reciente hollow, tenia muchas ganas de toparme con un juego que te dejara unas sensaciones de progreso, aventura, lore y jugabilidad tan exquisitos. luego de varios intentos indies entre algunso decentes y otros mas que rescatable, tengo el honor de jugar esta maravilla, diseño de niveles con una progresion matematica, jefes memorables, una historia continuista y mas que decente, una pelea final de esas que respiras hondo al terminar de lo dificil y expectacular de esta, un juego que me dejo una sensación tan pero tan buena... un juego obligado para los que parlamentos le agrada este genero… Expand
  32. KingKeBaba
    Oct 27, 2021
    9
    This year (2021) I played through all of the mainline 2D Metroid games (Zero Mission and Samus Returns over the original 2) and got lucky enough that Dread was announced shortly after. It was incredibly exciting to see that a new entry would be released 19 years after Metroid: Fusion but I remained skeptical as Samus Returns was not my favourite entry and Mercury Steam was returning toThis year (2021) I played through all of the mainline 2D Metroid games (Zero Mission and Samus Returns over the original 2) and got lucky enough that Dread was announced shortly after. It was incredibly exciting to see that a new entry would be released 19 years after Metroid: Fusion but I remained skeptical as Samus Returns was not my favourite entry and Mercury Steam was returning to develop Dread. However, I was proven very wrong.

    Metroid Dread is the best metroidvania game I have ever played. I enjoyed all of the other Metroid games but the only one that comes even close is Super Metroid. Metroid Dread is visually stunning, being easily one of (if not the best) looking games on the Nintendo Switch, especially in handheld. It runs like water and the colour work, lighting and designs are all phenomenal. Samus has never been controlled with so much fluidity and ease. The evolution of the parry from Samus Returns and the inclusion of the slide are sure to remain staples of the series, assuming another 2D game follows.

    Story wise, it's easily the most involved 2D game. I have not played the Prime series (yet) and I have not heard nice things about Other M's story. The plot takes interesting turns but is not a huge part of the game and takes a backseat to the gameplay. The loop of exploration and upgrades continues here and I was not disappointed. The developers throw so many upgrades and abilities your way all the way up until the end of the game. This sounds overwhelming but in reality, Dread just gives you more options to handle encounters with these moves. The only ability that was wasted was the Phantom Cloak which I may have used 4 times during my whole time playing (around 8 hours). Only 8 hours sounds very short but I can assure that the game is a challenge and will most definitely be very difficult for anybody unfamiliar with this style of game. I felt it was a perfect length and any extra areas or tasks would have potentially dragged the game on too much.

    The level design is amazing, I took great notice in the choices the development team took in placing interactions and doors and even the water level in an area steers the players progression. Sequence breaking is available in this game for those talented enough to figure it out (not me) and this game is ripe for speed running. My only gripe with the level design is that I thought it was annoying when backtracking to areas to pick up extra upgrades and would've appreciated some sort of universal fast travel that unlocked upon reaching the final boss. That is only a small nit pick on my part but I decided to include it anyways.

    To conclude, Metroid Dread is probably the best in the series and is a fantastic return to the Metroid franchise. This game is suitable for newcomers, however be warned that it is a challenge. This game feels like Nintendo taking ownership of the metroidvania subgenre once again with great triumph. I hope to see the Metroid franchise return to 2D again, but for now we all patiently wait for Prime 4.    … Expand
  33. gramcrak
    Oct 27, 2021
    10
    I honestly can't think of anything wrong with Dread.. Having beat it some 15 times at time of writing all I can say is if you haven't, give it a shot. Easily going to be my favourite game of 2021.
  34. controlaltaigis
    Oct 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. im want to kiss her .… Expand
  35. Herbzilla77
    Oct 28, 2021
    10
    Awesomeness, pure awesomeness. If you like Metroid it’s a hit…great controls , fluid as can be and a good difficulty.
  36. georgiusdeterra
    Oct 29, 2021
    10
    Took my time playing this lovely game I was a kid playing super Metroid on the Snes back in 1995 and their hasn't been a Metroid game as well made as it, that is until now. Metroid Dread is both a return to excellence for the series as well as a bold step forward for the series. I found the difficulty to be more strategic than frustrating as once you understand patterns you'll realize itsTook my time playing this lovely game I was a kid playing super Metroid on the Snes back in 1995 and their hasn't been a Metroid game as well made as it, that is until now. Metroid Dread is both a return to excellence for the series as well as a bold step forward for the series. I found the difficulty to be more strategic than frustrating as once you understand patterns you'll realize its not as hard as you thought. Ultimately I think its one of the best games on the switch as well as one of the best looking on the platform in my opinion. A must buy… Expand
  37. K-Mikkoo
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    Awesome level design, cool abilities, Epic boss Battles etc. This game really has it all -Except memorable music
  38. pprvm
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    Metroid Dread is a fantastic game! It looks amazing on the Switch and it is a must buy masterpiece. 10/10.
  39. Argonat
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    Bummed that words count towards a review of this game, because like Samus, I’m fairly speechless. I can’t speak to previous Metroid games, all I can say is that it’s brilliant gameplay with that AAA polish that’s often missing from the Switch.
  40. mateixe
    Oct 30, 2021
    9
    Best Game of the year! Not the easiest but like any other Metroid you have to train all the skills. But sometimes the music get a little repetitive.
  41. Filipe666
    Oct 31, 2021
    10
    Best Metroid ever. A must play its mandatory to have in any switch library. Amazing 5⭐️
  42. Jony405
    Oct 31, 2021
    9
    A really fun experience

    Gave it a 9 because it’s a little bit on the short side
  43. HeadBahner
    Oct 31, 2021
    10
    This has all the great qualities fans have come to expect from the Metroid series, with the additional polish of innovation in newer entries, experienced devs, and better hardware to work on. And then it goes even further by having THE best movement and combat in the entire series.
  44. Toons
    Nov 1, 2021
    10
    This is a highly polished quality game and an instant classic. One of the best games of all time.
    It was amazing to see the Adam ai from Fusion again. The Chozo were also incredible. Masterpiece.
    Don't listen to the few out of touch critics or jealous negative review bombers.
  45. DanyTacoMex
    Nov 1, 2021
    10
    Un juego exelente, no maravilloso para todos pero para mi si, este juego es de aquellos a los que les puede gustar o no, haci de facil, como juego es maravilloso ya que es un rompecabezas con acción y plataformas con una complejidad tal que el juego te guia por el camino correcto el juego te da la libertad de llegar a cierto punto pero si se quiere una experiencia totalmente libre como unUn juego exelente, no maravilloso para todos pero para mi si, este juego es de aquellos a los que les puede gustar o no, haci de facil, como juego es maravilloso ya que es un rompecabezas con acción y plataformas con una complejidad tal que el juego te guia por el camino correcto el juego te da la libertad de llegar a cierto punto pero si se quiere una experiencia totalmente libre como un "metroidvania" este juego no es haci, este juego crea su diseño propio con el cual avanzar llendo en cuarto en cuarto para averiguar que camino será el correcto o cual primero y cual después, siendo para mi los únicos puntos flojos los emmi y los graficos (exelente diseño artistico pero texturas y modelados borrosos, para mi 100/100 talvez desde un punto de vista neutral 94/10… Expand
  46. JorgeGinH
    Nov 1, 2021
    10
    Es increíble lo que MercurySteam hizo con este título como si de magia o hechicería se tratara. Fantástico, simplemente fantástico. Un mapeado de botones muy comodo que te permite hacer un sin fin de movimientos y habilidades. El entorno y fondo 3D te envuelve en el ambiente para quitar esa sensación de 2D. Un mapa tan bien diseñado que aunque rompas la secuencia de juego no interfiere enEs increíble lo que MercurySteam hizo con este título como si de magia o hechicería se tratara. Fantástico, simplemente fantástico. Un mapeado de botones muy comodo que te permite hacer un sin fin de movimientos y habilidades. El entorno y fondo 3D te envuelve en el ambiente para quitar esa sensación de 2D. Un mapa tan bien diseñado que aunque rompas la secuencia de juego no interfiere en misiones posteriores. Un juego de 10, que alenta a la rejugabilidad y por supuesto, gran candidato para GOTY 2021.… Expand
  47. ginocabrera
    Nov 1, 2021
    10
    This is just create, I love the way this game makes you try to check every corner of the map to be able no make a progress in the story. It’s a really fun game and I would totally recommend for someone who knows nothing about 2D Metroid games.
  48. 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!!
  49. Olegbezb
    Nov 2, 2021
    8
    Отличная игра, выхода которой я даже не ожидал. Отличное управление, история и визуал в портативе.
  50. 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
  51. 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
  52. 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
  53. 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.
  54. 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.
  55. Criscros14
    Nov 7, 2021
    9
    It's just awesome, my first metroidvania and it's just breathtaking and graphics look great
  56. ArezuTotodile
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Metriiod Dread is best metoid game to date . It super hard and you can break srecerk.
  57. 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.
  58. Lap1as
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    Есть русский язык! Спасибо, хоть ознакомился с серией. Если чесно недоконца понял что такое метроидвания, мне даже показалась линейной... Но игра всеравно класная!
  59. 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
  60. greenwood101
    Nov 10, 2021
    9
    really fun game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11
  61. 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.
  62. 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.
  63. 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.
  64. 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.
  65. 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!
  66. 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
  67. Zeneko90
    Feb 12, 2022
    7
    Schönes Metroidvania Spiel. Insgesamt schöne Optik, schönes Lvl-Design. Die Boss-Kämpfe haben Spaß gemacht und die Erkundung zum Teil auch. Hingegen waren die Emmi Sektionen einfach nur krampfig. Die Steuerung zum Teil frikkelig und überladen. Das machen andere Plattformer und Metroidvania Spiele besser. Die Erkundung der einzelnen Gebiete hatte mich jetzt auch nicht mehr gereizt, da manSchönes Metroidvania Spiel. Insgesamt schöne Optik, schönes Lvl-Design. Die Boss-Kämpfe haben Spaß gemacht und die Erkundung zum Teil auch. Hingegen waren die Emmi Sektionen einfach nur krampfig. Die Steuerung zum Teil frikkelig und überladen. Das machen andere Plattformer und Metroidvania Spiele besser. Die Erkundung der einzelnen Gebiete hatte mich jetzt auch nicht mehr gereizt, da man nicht wirklich was Tolles hätte finden können. Ob ich nun 2 mehr Raketen verschießen kann oder nicht. Irgendwann hatte man im Verlaufe des Spiels so viele gesammelt, dass es egal war. Und andere Boni gab es nicht wirklich zu finden. Insgesamt war es trotz dessen ein gutes Spiel, welches aber doch durch deutliche Abstriche im Gameplay und den hohen Erwartungen, die man an ein First-Party-Titel (mehr oder weniger) hat, nicht gerecht werden konnte. Demnach vergebe ich lediglich 7 von 10 Punkten für ein unterhaltsames Spiel.
    Wer Metroidvanias sowie im Allgemeinen ein Metroid Fan ist, kann gerne zuschlagen. Alle anderen sollten vorher definitiv die Demo spielen und schauen, ob dieses Spiel was für einen ist.

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    Nice Metroidvania game. Overall nice look, nice lvl design. The boss fights were fun and so was some of the exploration. On the other hand, the Emmi sections were just cramped. The controls are sometimes fiddly and overloaded. Other platformers and Metroidvania games do that better. Exploring the individual areas hadn't appealed to me anymore, because you couldn't really have found anything great. Whether I can shoot 2 more missiles or not. At some point you had collected so many in the course of the game that it didn't matter. And there weren't really any other bonuses to be found. All in all, it was a good game, but it couldn't live up to the gameplay and the high expectations that you (more or less) have of a first-party title. So I only award 7 out of 10 points for an entertaining game.
    If you're a Metroidvania fan or a Metroid fan in general, you're welcome. Everyone else should definitely play the demo first and see if this game is for you.    … Expand
  68. 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.
  69. 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
  70. 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.
  71. pgndck
    Dec 5, 2021
    9
    This is the first Metroid game I've played, which is ironical, because I really like the whole metroidvania genre. The game was a blast! It actually is _a_game_, not an interactive movie or anything like it. It is hard: a couple of times I've been completely lost and spend some time searching for what to do next. It doesn't build the best routes for you: you gotta think and analyze inThis is the first Metroid game I've played, which is ironical, because I really like the whole metroidvania genre. The game was a blast! It actually is _a_game_, not an interactive movie or anything like it. It is hard: a couple of times I've been completely lost and spend some time searching for what to do next. It doesn't build the best routes for you: you gotta think and analyze in order to progress. The bosses were creative, difficult but fair. It's possible to defeat each one if you spend some time learning their moves, then what seemed impossible becomes quite easy to achieve.

    I only wish the map was more comfortable to use and maybe more meaningful secrets would be also great to have. Other than that, I spent 11 hours and it was worth it.    … Expand
  72. 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.
  73. 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
  74. 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.
  75. 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
  76. luccoborl
    Nov 30, 2021
    9
    Ottimo gioco, graficamente molto pulito, fps stabili a 60, con qualche piccola eccezione ma ci può stare, un ottimo prodotto che comunque non compensa la mancanza/ritardo dell'uscita di metroid prime 4, ma comunque si fa valere nonostante sia un metroid 2D, che non sono di mio grande gradimento, con un gameplay veramente eccezionale. Lo consiglio assolutamente anche ai non fan del genere,Ottimo gioco, graficamente molto pulito, fps stabili a 60, con qualche piccola eccezione ma ci può stare, un ottimo prodotto che comunque non compensa la mancanza/ritardo dell'uscita di metroid prime 4, ma comunque si fa valere nonostante sia un metroid 2D, che non sono di mio grande gradimento, con un gameplay veramente eccezionale. Lo consiglio assolutamente anche ai non fan del genere, io stesso non lo sono, eppure mi ha divertito tantissimo.… Expand
  77. 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.
  78. Mister04
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Great game
  79. 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!
  80. 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.
  81. 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
  82. 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
  83. 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
  84. ShadyHero
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    awesome game! cant wait for the next. great design all places and areas are really detailed
  85. Shwiftyin
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    If I had to choose a game of the year this is easily it, I am new to the Metroid series and went into this game with low hopes, it blew my expectations out of the water. Definitely getting the next Metroid game if there is to be one, this game is a masterpiece. 10/10, it executes boss fights so well and I had no idea you could make fights so epic because this game does it REALLY WELL, theIf I had to choose a game of the year this is easily it, I am new to the Metroid series and went into this game with low hopes, it blew my expectations out of the water. Definitely getting the next Metroid game if there is to be one, this game is a masterpiece. 10/10, it executes boss fights so well and I had no idea you could make fights so epic because this game does it REALLY WELL, the boss fights are challenging and badass. It isn’t at all what I thought I was getting into, the trailer in my opinion looked kinda lame other than the EMMI’s but playing as Samus there is so much tension and dread. The hardest part of the game is finding out where to go, the structure is secretly pretty linear but I still got lost at times, don’t get me wrong though, it was super fun figuring out where to go and satisfying.… Expand
  86. ImpliedVessel9
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time. The levels are well designed, the enemies' design never get old. The E.M.M.I's are some of the most fun "obstacles" to avoid. I call them obstacles because you can't kill them at first, you just need to avoid them so they don't catch and kill you. No spoilers on how you kill them though. The use of Samus' powers are perfectly implemented. Not onlyOne of the greatest games of all time. The levels are well designed, the enemies' design never get old. The E.M.M.I's are some of the most fun "obstacles" to avoid. I call them obstacles because you can't kill them at first, you just need to avoid them so they don't catch and kill you. No spoilers on how you kill them though. The use of Samus' powers are perfectly implemented. Not only that but the amiibo functionality is great. The Metroid dread Samus gives you a permanent health upgrade (an extra bar of health) and heals you 200 once per day. While the E.M.M.I amiibo gives you a permanent missile upgrade, and gives you 10 extra missiles once per day. Although those are the best amiibos, all other Metroid amiibos work as well. The Super Smash bros Samus, Samus Aran returns and zero suit Samus heals you by 200 once per day, and Metroid, Ridley, and dark Samus all give you 10 missiles each once per day. The gameplay is extremely fair. The enemies do a ton of damage yes, but almost all the enemies drop health when they die so you rarely feel too weak. Plus there are Chozo stations around that can heal you and restock your missiles. Without spoiling anything, I will say that the boss's and the boss battles are prenominal. This game is a fantastic end to the Metroid story, but opens new doors for Samus Aran to continue her story.… Expand
  87. notnoxi
    Dec 1, 2021
    10
    Definitely one of the easier Metroid games but it's still a blast. Worth the wait as it done everything right. They heard the problems with their previous game and fixed it while retaining everything that made it good. Unless the metroidvania isn't your cup of tea, you can't go wrong with playing this great game. The only thing I didn't like was the constant cutscenes being thrown at, butDefinitely one of the easier Metroid games but it's still a blast. Worth the wait as it done everything right. They heard the problems with their previous game and fixed it while retaining everything that made it good. Unless the metroidvania isn't your cup of tea, you can't go wrong with playing this great game. The only thing I didn't like was the constant cutscenes being thrown at, but it's not as bad as a Sony first party game still.
    I also have to give MercurySteam massive credit for making this game so beautiful despite the Switch's underpowered hardware. When I found out that it ran 1080p 60 FPS with such detail on Samus and the world, I just refused to believe it and thought there would be a catch. We need more studios like them on the Switch's platform.    … Expand
  88. Juju971
    Dec 4, 2021
    10
    Le top du top l'évolution est parfaite j'ai été surpris du début à la fin et je les fini à 100% avec plaisir malgré les difficultés.
  89. Jacobboy08
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Metroid is back after 19 years with Metroid dread. Does the serie have another great installment?
    Let's find out.
    In metroid dread you must explore the planet ZDR and escape it. I liked the story very much. In the game all your powers are lost and you need to find them back before you can escape it. I liked all the powers of Samus. Exploring the planet is fun and you can find a lot of    Metroid is back after 19 years with Metroid dread. Does the serie have another great installment?
    Let's find out.

    In metroid dread you must explore the planet ZDR and escape it. I liked the story very much.
    In the game all your powers are lost and you need to find them back before you can escape it. I liked all the powers of Samus. Exploring the planet is fun and you can find a lot of stuff in every area like missiles and energy tanks. The bosses in this game are very hard, but that doesn't matter for me.
    The bosses were very unbalanced because i some bosses were much harder then other ones.
    The E.M.M.I are the gimmick of the game. They are locked in certain areas which is disappointing but it would make the game harder then it already is.

    The game runs on lockd 60 FPS, but when you move to another area the game's loading screen runs on low FPS which is disappointing.The music is very good.

    In overall this game os one of the best games that you can play on the switch right now. Exploring and combat is very hard and fun. It is a game that has very good graphics and great FPS. Only the loading screens can be a little bit better. If you have a switch and you want to play a hard and fun exploration game, this is a must-buy for you.

    Must buy    … Expand
  90. BrunoTFerroM
    Dec 9, 2021
    10
    Juego increíble. Sorprendente, diseño de niveles bien realizado y con un backtraking bien reflexionado. Historia adictiva y con giros de guion inesperados altamente sorprendentes. Excelente ejecución de principio a fin. Retante sin duda. Duración más que adecuada, puede ir desde las 4h en run o incluso 12h si eres fan de completar el 100%. Un digno final a un arco argumental con 35 años aJuego increíble. Sorprendente, diseño de niveles bien realizado y con un backtraking bien reflexionado. Historia adictiva y con giros de guion inesperados altamente sorprendentes. Excelente ejecución de principio a fin. Retante sin duda. Duración más que adecuada, puede ir desde las 4h en run o incluso 12h si eres fan de completar el 100%. Un digno final a un arco argumental con 35 años a sus espaldas.… Expand
  91. Wenaesaoficial
    Dec 9, 2021
    9
    Very good 2D metroid game. The controls are fantastic, slick and responsive. Samus animations are very good and there is a big attention to detail.

    The story is correct, but not amazing. The twist towards the end is well done, but it feels like some things are left without good explanation in the end. The new abilities are very good additions, especially "the one thst gives flashy    Very good 2D metroid game. The controls are fantastic, slick and responsive. Samus animations are very good and there is a big attention to detail.

    The story is correct, but not amazing. The twist towards the end is well done, but it feels like some things are left without good explanation in the end.

    The new abilities are very good additions, especially "the one thst gives flashy mobility".

    The emmi sections were good but a bit repetitive towards the end.

    The bosses were amazing.

    The different regions were distinct and looked gorgeous.

    The music was a bit forgettable, but good for atmosphere building.    … Expand
  92. Jilllloyd23
    Dec 9, 2021
    8
    I am the beginning of the game and am a little disappointed thus far, I am a huge fan of the Metroid series and while some of the game has been delivering the thrills I expect from the series, it feels like a lot of gameplay mechanics have been tacked on in a way that I dislike.
    First is parrying: While I feel most of the parrying in the game is well-done and generous, the question I had    I am the beginning of the game and am a little disappointed thus far, I am a huge fan of the Metroid series and while some of the game has been delivering the thrills I expect from the series, it feels like a lot of gameplay mechanics have been tacked on in a way that I dislike.
    First is parrying: While I feel most of the parrying in the game is well-done and generous, the question I had is what is parrying doing in a Metroid game? You're walking around with a rocket launcher attached to your arm, parrying makes no sense in this world. This feels like an attempt to make Metroid more like a Souls game which feels backwards, Metroid is supposed to be the game other games are copying, not vice-versa.
    It feels like Nintendo is attempting to make Metroid into a flagship series after decades of neglect and running into the problem that they don't actually understand what's so great about the classic Metroid games. There's a slowness and an experimental feel, I don't think there's anything wrong with the Emmi sequences but it does feel that trying to add all this momentum takes away from the relaxation and creepiness of slowly exploring an alien world.    … Expand
  93. VaasCritic
    Dec 9, 2021
    10
    Un juego impresionante, tanto que los 3Dtards le ponen un 3 o 2 de puntaje menos mal que ellos se comen esos 60 dólares por el forro del ojete
  94. Dennis2ns
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    Jogo incrivel, jogabilidade raiz, bons graficos e um nivel bom de dificuldade
    Verdadeiro goty de 2021
  95. Yoiga
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    Un juegazo, de 10, sin pensarlo. Entretenido, difícil, y muy interesante todo lo que te cuenta sobre la historia.
  96. akirakitamura82
    Feb 4, 2022
    8
    Die Geschichte ist sehr gut und wird in kleinen Abschnitten erzählt und mit einigen Zwischensequenzen. Ich habe die Story genossen und sie bietet sogar einige Wendungen. Ich habe das Spiel nur im Handheld Modus gespielt und es lief flüssig, keine Ruckeln oder hängen. Die Grafik ist auch fantastisch, die Level haben eine tolle Atmosphäre und sind Abwechslungsreich. Ich habe gelesen das manDie Geschichte ist sehr gut und wird in kleinen Abschnitten erzählt und mit einigen Zwischensequenzen. Ich habe die Story genossen und sie bietet sogar einige Wendungen. Ich habe das Spiel nur im Handheld Modus gespielt und es lief flüssig, keine Ruckeln oder hängen. Die Grafik ist auch fantastisch, die Level haben eine tolle Atmosphäre und sind Abwechslungsreich. Ich habe gelesen das man oft ich weiß, wo man hin muss, ich hatte vielleicht 3-4 mal probleme den wegzufinden ansonsten lief alles ohne Probleme. Der Schwierigkeitsgrad ist nicht zu einfach, vor allem die Boss Fights können sehr herausfordernd sein aber keine Sorge, wenn man mal stirbt, kann man sofort vor dem Raum wieder Anfangen. Die Steuerung im Handheld Modus klappt hervorragend, die Figur reagiert sofort auf die Befehle. Der Soundtrack ist sehr gut und Abwechslungsreich. Negativ finde ich die Emmi, anfangs noch sehr unterhaltsam, wird es auf Dauer einfach nervig, vor allem klappt das Abwehren nicht immer. Zum Glück ist das nur ein kleiner Teil des Spiels und so gebe ich gute 8/10

    Grafik: 9
    Sound: 8
    Steuerung: 9
    Story: 7
    Spiel: 8 Gesamtwertung: 2    … Expand
  97. nowells5
    Dec 28, 2021
    9
    Lo mejor de este Metroid es la jugabilidad. Es el juego de la saga en el que más satisfactorio es manejar a Samus, tanto cuando no tiene nada como cuando ya cuenta con todas las habilidades. Además, otro punto fuerte que me sorprendió fue su dificultad, ya que es bastante más alta que el resto de juegos de la saga. Esto se nota sobre todo en las últimas zonas EMMI y en general en los jefesLo mejor de este Metroid es la jugabilidad. Es el juego de la saga en el que más satisfactorio es manejar a Samus, tanto cuando no tiene nada como cuando ya cuenta con todas las habilidades. Además, otro punto fuerte que me sorprendió fue su dificultad, ya que es bastante más alta que el resto de juegos de la saga. Esto se nota sobre todo en las últimas zonas EMMI y en general en los jefes finales. El diseño de niveles es muy bueno y el backtracking es altamente satisfactorio. Sin duda, uno de los 3 mejores juegos exclusivos de Nintendo Switch junto con Breath of the Wild y Mario Odyssey. Duración aproximada: 12 horas (16 para el 100%)… Expand
  98. Waluigi0007
    Dec 27, 2021
    9
    Absolutely amazing. Dynamic and stunning. Very difficult, confusing at times, but worth every penny.
  99. Monkeybottomley
    Dec 28, 2021
    5
    There’s every reason for this to be a great game. For some reason they decided to make it so masochistically hard (with very few periods of relief in the later game) that eventually even my successes stopped feeling rewarding. This game simply makes me feel bad. What’s the point of that?
  100. F1ightless
    Jan 6, 2022
    8
    For the first time in over a decade and as a sort-of follow up to Samus Returns comes Metroid Dread and it held my full attention from the beginning to end as well as being a great comeback for the series. It really sends you into its worlds full of boss fights, Emmi sequences and creative areas. As previously note, Emmis are the flagship mechanic for this title and while their receptionFor the first time in over a decade and as a sort-of follow up to Samus Returns comes Metroid Dread and it held my full attention from the beginning to end as well as being a great comeback for the series. It really sends you into its worlds full of boss fights, Emmi sequences and creative areas. As previously note, Emmis are the flagship mechanic for this title and while their reception is mixed- it really creates a sense of terror making you squirm whenever they get close and giving you the smallest chance to escape from their clutches, giving a sense of that hard-but-fair feel players are itching for in a modern era of easy videogames. Boss fights aren't fantastic compared to contemporaries like Hollow Knight or Blasphemous but are incredibly entertaining but one specific boss midway through the game (people who own it will know what I'm referring to) is a contender for the best of this year. Unfortunately, nothing else really lives up to that quality and the repetition of the Chozo soldiers become old quickly- especially when most alterations are really just a colour change or adding more soldiers). My only other complaint lies in the lack of direction: you are only allowed to go one way and treading off the straight path is punished which in the late game when you are jumping around from world to world really makes you just want a more linear path or even a suggestion of your next venture. These complaints are fairing tame and other issues occur due to hardware limitations. The game looks fantastic and runs fairly well, animations are pretty as always and fights are flashy and fun. Hopefully, this game will age even better than what came before.

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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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