Metroid Dread

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  1. EloyJD
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Para mí es increíble ver como tras 19 años de larga espera la saga Metroid vuelve por todo lo alto, con una entrega que se deja de complejos al no buscar innovación y recoge la clásica fórmula ya establecida, pero mejorada y adaptada a los tiempos que corren, es increíble ver como va de fluido este juego, su hermoso apartado artístico, lo desesperante que es huir de los EMMI'S, lasPara mí es increíble ver como tras 19 años de larga espera la saga Metroid vuelve por todo lo alto, con una entrega que se deja de complejos al no buscar innovación y recoge la clásica fórmula ya establecida, pero mejorada y adaptada a los tiempos que corren, es increíble ver como va de fluido este juego, su hermoso apartado artístico, lo desesperante que es huir de los EMMI'S, las increíbles peleas contra los jefes de cada nivel, en definitiva un gran trabajo logrado por el estudio español MercurySteam.… Expand
  2. TomDobo
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This is a long awaited game in the Metroid series and as a huge fan of the series this is amazing. The graphics and art style look great and the gameplay is fun and challenging. The game once again has you exploring for upgrades and abilities plus there is many secrets to find. I see the game is getting a lot of hate here but the main problem seems to be the difficulty for some people. YesThis is a long awaited game in the Metroid series and as a huge fan of the series this is amazing. The graphics and art style look great and the gameplay is fun and challenging. The game once again has you exploring for upgrades and abilities plus there is many secrets to find. I see the game is getting a lot of hate here but the main problem seems to be the difficulty for some people. Yes this game is challenging and you will die multiple times but its fair and a lot of deaths will be down to player error. I highly recommend this game to fan of the series and people who aren't scared of a challenge.… Expand
  3. TheLinkgirl
    Oct 12, 2021
    9
    Honestly, I'm not the biggest Metroid fan. I like most of the games well enough, but I find many of them aren't worth the high scores they consistently achieve. In a year like 2021, where it feels like a lot of games are good but nothing special, Metroid Dread successfully provided me with the best gaming experience I've had this year.

    For what it's worth, Dread is definitely the most    Honestly, I'm not the biggest Metroid fan. I like most of the games well enough, but I find many of them aren't worth the high scores they consistently achieve. In a year like 2021, where it feels like a lot of games are good but nothing special, Metroid Dread successfully provided me with the best gaming experience I've had this year.

    For what it's worth, Dread is definitely the most appropriate title for this game, thanks to the horrific creatures inhabiting the planet you're trying to dig your way out of, and extremely strong robots called E.M.M.I. Those robots become increasingly more powerful as the game goes on, and become particularly difficult to deal with. Being chased by the E.M.M.I. is panic-inducing, and you'll likely die to them many times, which only serves to bring about that feeling of dread when you realise there are more waiting for you.

    I don't think the game is perfect, but many of my complaints aren't anything too major. The controls, combat, bosses and story all feel great for me, and I took the time to get every possible bonus I could which took about 20 hours for me. I'm aware many people are comparing this game to Hollow Knight, as a single playthrough of this game is much shorter than that game, however I'll argue I enjoyed Metroid Dread a bit more than Hollow Knight, if only because I felt that Hollow Knight really started to drag on toward the end of it's play time, and some of the enjoyment was definitely lost on me because of that. Metroid Dread is condensed enough to not have such an issue, with bonuses for players that want to challenge themselves.    … Expand
  4. Jairozi
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Game of the year, all the hype was worth it, I hope Nintendo will continue the Metroid saga, this one was brilliant
  5. 1980Gamerz
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    A Masterpiece! Nothing more to say. Great atmosphere,great controls,great visuals,graphics are great for the power of the system. Replayability is very high. Story is the best of all 2d Metroid games.
  6. cedwards
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Fixed everything I’ve ever had a problem with in any Metroidvania. Amazing experience all around.
  7. ewertonlsilva
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Um dos melhores games da série. Jigabilidade excelente e um final digno da história de Samus.
  8. chrispyb92
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    The best 2d metroid IMO, had sky high expectations for the game and they were exceeded. It's a combination of the best elements of fusion and super metroid, along with a few new elements(e.g. the EMMIs) that work fantastically.
  9. gravitydragon
    Oct 9, 2021
    9
    Pretty good 2D Metroidvania and will satisfy all the cravings of Super Metroid lovers. A couple of new gameplay features and upgrades keep the series fresh so it doesn't just feel like a rehash. My biggest gripe is the map is absolute garbage. It's messy and really hard to distinguish all the symbols on it, which isn't a good thing for this kind of game.

    Overall 8.5/10, but I'll be    Pretty good 2D Metroidvania and will satisfy all the cravings of Super Metroid lovers. A couple of new gameplay features and upgrades keep the series fresh so it doesn't just feel like a rehash. My biggest gripe is the map is absolute garbage. It's messy and really hard to distinguish all the symbols on it, which isn't a good thing for this kind of game.

    Overall 8.5/10, but I'll be generous and round up.    … Expand
  10. Dalarmi
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Very impressed entry in Metroid saga. Controlls, ganeplay, level design, graphics, sound… i have no words!
  11. LokidBR
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    I just want to say that Metroid Dread is the best game I’ve ever played! Go buy it! I am sure you won’t regret it!
  12. GREYLANCER
    Oct 12, 2021
    9
    Don't listen to these reviews from Microsoft or Sony fanboys. I have just recently went back and played every single 2D Metroid game in the series leading up to Dread, and i can tell you its one of the strongest games in the series.

    People are complaining about the graphics. The graphics are fine. The art is actually beautiful. The animations are so well done they remind me of the    Don't listen to these reviews from Microsoft or Sony fanboys. I have just recently went back and played every single 2D Metroid game in the series leading up to Dread, and i can tell you its one of the strongest games in the series.

    People are complaining about the graphics. The graphics are fine. The art is actually beautiful. The animations are so well done they remind me of the first time i played the original Prince of Persia or Flash Back and seeing the rotoscoped animations. Dreads animations are site to behold at a rock solid 60fps in game.

    Play control is tight and fluid.

    Music is subtle where it needs to be and nostalgic and epic where it needs to be . Perfect.

    People who complain about how linear it is haven't played it . That is just a fact. The game is a perfect hybrid between Metroid 3 and 4. It does funnel you to where you need to go on a set path when it needs to, but also completely opens up and lets you explore to your hearts content in between big moments. I honesty don't know how they could have done this any better than they did. It is near perfect.

    The challenge is much higher than previous 2D entries but , its also 2021 .Games are just harder now and to be honest i feel like if it was any easier people would be complaining it was too easy, so I think they found a good balance. Tough but fair.

    Too be honest the only thing that is keeping me from giving a perfect 10 is some questionable save location decisions where a part of the level will close off and not allow you to back track to a save point for a bit , and sometimes that is exactly when i want to save. So I'm forced to play for a bit longer than i want for that session to find the new save point. That does get annoying.

    Other wise as a long time Metroid fan I couldn't have asked for a better sequel after waiting 19 years, and it is definitely one of the strongest games in an already amazing series. Buy it .    … Expand
  13. fruitbat1015
    Mar 23, 2023
    0
    This is NOT Metroid. Plays nothing like past installments. Hate the melee counter, hate that you can't use the dpad to move. Bland atmosphere. Mercurysteam ruined the formula that makes Metroid a great game. Hate that company! They also ruined Castlevania.
    Samus Returns was trash, and I knew this game would be trash as well. Please Nintendo and others, for the love of all that's holy, DO    This is NOT Metroid. Plays nothing like past installments. Hate the melee counter, hate that you can't use the dpad to move. Bland atmosphere. Mercurysteam ruined the formula that makes Metroid a great game. Hate that company! They also ruined Castlevania.
    Samus Returns was trash, and I knew this game would be trash as well. Please Nintendo and others, for the love of all that's holy, DO NOT let mercurysteam make the next 2d game!    … Expand
  14. dundee
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    My first proper metroid series, damn I didn't expect to be this amazing, I like everything about it especially about the art style, the cut scenes and the smoothness of the game.
  15. 360barrier
    Oct 14, 2021
    0
    Awful graphics, awful controls, awful camera and bad theme. This is a pretty mediocre release in every way. Graphics are like welcome to five years ago. Were they blindfolded when making the camera? Main character is boring. Hopefully this is the last game in the series
  16. AlexIs-1
    Oct 12, 2021
    0
    Un juego bastante esperado de una serie amada por la comunidad.
    Existen aspectos que no concuerdan con las altas calificaciones que posee.El juego en sí, no reinventa nada a lo visto en actuales juegos de su categoría;una historia más que aceptable pero es un cliché de títulos similares en cuanto a su ambientación.Una mínima duración respecto a su elevado costo.cuenta con gráficos que ya    Un juego bastante esperado de una serie amada por la comunidad.
    Existen aspectos que no concuerdan con las altas calificaciones que posee.El juego en sí, no reinventa nada a lo visto en actuales juegos de su categoría;una historia más que aceptable pero es un cliché de títulos similares en cuanto a su ambientación.Una mínima duración respecto a su elevado costo.cuenta con gráficos que ya han sido superado actualmente.La calidad de jugabilidad está a consideración de la propia experiencia del jugador,pero en este apartado la innovación quedó reducida a las mismas acciones pero con diferente 'piel'.Este juego compite con sigo mismo;es la mejor entrega de su saga en 2d,pero no es un título revolucionario.
    Calificación :7.8    … Expand
  17. Gust800
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Best metroid ever . The game is superb . Great graphics, great gameplay, great atmosphere. The only word to describe this game is Wow . Well done Nintendo .
  18. Conor419
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    I am a long-time PC user, but I have to admit that this game is better than the entirety of PC gaming. I am confused because I thought PC was the master platform, yet I can't play it legally on PC on day one? Wtf? I have immediately sold my PC and bought a Switch, I have also burned my copy of Hollow Knight. The world is now a better place in general.
  19. Play4Thrill
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    I just beat the game about 1 hour before writing this review.
    This was my first time finishing a Metroid game. I was never truly interested in "Metroidvanias", BUT this game has changed my entire perspective on the entire genre. Metroid Dread was an amazing experience from the Start to the Climactic Finish. It only took me about 10 hours to finish the game without a 100% completion. The    I just beat the game about 1 hour before writing this review.
    This was my first time finishing a Metroid game. I was never truly interested in "Metroidvanias", BUT this game has changed my entire perspective on the entire genre. Metroid Dread was an amazing experience from the Start to the Climactic Finish. It only took me about 10 hours to finish the game without a 100% completion. The playtime seems to be short but this is a perfect example of making sure every hour of a game was worth the price of admission.
    If you have even the slightest amount of interest in this game, please do yourself a favor and pick up a copy and jump in.    … Expand
  20. Timenick
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game but the final boss really sucks. QTE finishers after a really long fight are just cheap and insulting game design.… Expand
  21. nirva
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    Great game for fan player as well as a new player. The ambient detail is wonderful, the difficulty is adequate each boss is challenging in a fun way when you beat them you get a feeling of proud.

    Power ups are well thought it makes you feel all mighty, a very very fun game to play
  22. TMTurtle
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    My favourite Metroids gameplay-wise were Super and Samus Returns, while my 2nd favourite atmosphere-wise was Fusion. Dread has the exploration of Super, the atmosphere of Fusion, and the boss fight quality of Samus Returns - all tuned up to 11 with the nice addition of the EMMIs. It's tied with Super as my favourite Metroid and tell if it'll dethrone Super. Super has the better soundtrackMy favourite Metroids gameplay-wise were Super and Samus Returns, while my 2nd favourite atmosphere-wise was Fusion. Dread has the exploration of Super, the atmosphere of Fusion, and the boss fight quality of Samus Returns - all tuned up to 11 with the nice addition of the EMMIs. It's tied with Super as my favourite Metroid and tell if it'll dethrone Super. Super has the better soundtrack though but Dread's is quite good. Like a mix of Fusion and Prime but a bit less boppy in favour of more tone variety. The wait was so worth it and I'm looking forward to Metroid 6 hopefully in the next few years instead of decade like this time!… Expand
  23. Murphy2k
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    I do not usually submit games reviews, but this game is something that needed to be praised. The graphics are superb, the gameplay is smooth and the bosses are challenging, what else can you ask for? There are many haters giving it 0 only because it's a very difficult game, but, you need to know the type of game you are going to buy.
  24. Kenmei
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    Having been too young to enjoy Super Metroid when it first released, and having went down the Prime path when Fusion released on the same day, I've never played a 2D Metroid on release before this one. Now with SO MANY games like it out, Dread comes at a time when Metroid games are just the funny word at the beginning of the genre name. Samus Returns on the 3DS a few years back was an okHaving been too young to enjoy Super Metroid when it first released, and having went down the Prime path when Fusion released on the same day, I've never played a 2D Metroid on release before this one. Now with SO MANY games like it out, Dread comes at a time when Metroid games are just the funny word at the beginning of the genre name. Samus Returns on the 3DS a few years back was an ok return to form for the 2D games, but it was still just remake. Now the first true new 2D Metroid game has come out and it does alot of things right but also fails to stick the landing for me.
    What the game gets very right is the atmosphere and the tone set by the game. What little story is here is done well, even with the few voice over lines sprinkled in throughout the game but they are very few and far between. I would say, however, that you really need to at least have a general grasp of the overall storyline to understand some of the stills that show up sometimes because the game does nothing to explain anything that's happened in the past, outside of a rushed opening movie. It also really does a great job of making Samus a supreme badass in cut scenes and how she kills bosses. I liked how they portrayed her here, even though she literally only says 1 line in the game. The boss encounters are fun, but I was really hoping to see certain staples of the franchise return in some way or another that just arent present here at all. No spoilers but the one returning boss was at best 3rd on the list of bosses I wanted to see again. Although the final boss was actually pretty fun, if brutally hard at first.
    However the game falls behind several other side scrolling games in the genre that Metroid popularized over the years. The controls are very hit or miss for me. Certain moves just arent very responsive, like the Screw Attack and the Speed Booster, especially when you're required to hit them with pixel perfect accuracy to get some of the hardest power ups in the game. Also the game seems almost allergic to indicating to you where you need to go next in the story. And the ships AI that's supposed to do that for you is basically no help at all throughout the whole game. I spent 12 hours getting 100% on my first run through and about a 1/4th of that was me being lost trying to find either the path forward or an out of the way pickup that did nothing to help my overall battle prowess.
    At the end of the day, Dread is a very good Metroidvania game that does alot of things well and, most likely, ends the main Metroid storyline on a high note. However there are better games in the genre now that would be far more deserving of your attention, if you've not played them. And its hard to argue that this game is even better then Super Metroid. Dread has its merits but it does feel like Samus and her crew have been passed by other games in the genre that bares its name.    … Expand
  25. oceano4
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    I joined the Metroid fandom as a teenager close to 2008. The 2D Metroids story seemed known by practically everyone even slightly interested in Metroid. And after seeing years of Dread rumours, and the cancelled project, left me with no thoughts of ever seeing Samus' story progress past Fusion.

    10+ years later for me, and near enough 20 for long time fans, we finally get to see what    I joined the Metroid fandom as a teenager close to 2008. The 2D Metroids story seemed known by practically everyone even slightly interested in Metroid. And after seeing years of Dread rumours, and the cancelled project, left me with no thoughts of ever seeing Samus' story progress past Fusion.

    10+ years later for me, and near enough 20 for long time fans, we finally get to see what happens next, and it doesn't disappoint. The setting of the game felt extremely atmospheric, the lore implications extremely interesting, and the game play felt absolutely amazing after an initial teething period.
    I would also like to point out just how *detailed* the backgrounds to rooms are in this game. Metroidvania's are a type of game that will have many rooms, and they could of just gone the easy route and made them copy and pastes, but almost every single room from start to finish, felt unique.
    The new abilities felt amazing to use, and Samus has never been faster, leading to some extremely tense and adrenaline fuelled boss fights.
    I can't recommend this game enough, this was almost everything I've wanted in a Metroid game in the last 10 years.    … Expand
  26. Steyraus
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    I honestly never thought I would ever see another side scrolling 2D style game I considered an absolute Masterpeice, but that's exactly what I feel Dread is!..A Masterpiece
    Dead Cell, Samus Returns, Valfarais, Salt and Sanctury were all amazing, but felt like they were just conecting dots or painting by numbers.
    Dread is amazing in every way, level design, puzzle design, mood , atmosphere    I honestly never thought I would ever see another side scrolling 2D style game I considered an absolute Masterpeice, but that's exactly what I feel Dread is!..A Masterpiece
    Dead Cell, Samus Returns, Valfarais, Salt and Sanctury were all amazing, but felt like they were just conecting dots or painting by numbers.
    Dread is amazing in every way, level design, puzzle design, mood , atmosphere , challenge, it hits every note pitch perfect and feels like it's raising the bar.
    Mercury Steam has been evolving their formula over several games now and while Samus Returns was a perfect Metroidvania and Metroid, Dread goes a step beyond that..Easily one of the best games I've ever played and I am so glad Nintendo stuck to their guns and made this authentic experience, rather than succumbing to journalist preasure that every game must be for everyone.    … Expand
  27. minazzi
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    A jogabilidade fluida e ágil e o terror que os EMMIS passam ao jogador são os destaques pra mim. A agilidade da Samus eleva a saga 2D e faz a gente não querer parar de jogar. Os EMMIS são uma excelente adição, trazem o terror necessário e clássico da saga. O design dele é todo interessante, desde o som até os movimentos. Um jogo inesquecível.
  28. standres
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    This is without a doubt one of the best games I played this year.
    It has a very nice atmosphere, the enormous map, excellent gameplay, sound and a great story. At first I thought the price was pretty high for 2D game, but after playing it, I felt it was a bargain.
    PS: Also check the review from Digital Foundry.
  29. metaknightmare
    Oct 15, 2021
    7
    + One of the best, if not the best, stories in the series. The most digestible as well.
    + Tight, polished gameplay
    + Excellent art direction - $60 for a game that plays almost the same as the $40 3DS Samus Returns game, yet Dread is shorter. - Speed Boost puzzles are the absolute worst in the series, 99% chance you will be looking up answers online if you are trying to 100% the game.    + One of the best, if not the best, stories in the series. The most digestible as well.
    + Tight, polished gameplay
    + Excellent art direction

    - $60 for a game that plays almost the same as the $40 3DS Samus Returns game, yet Dread is shorter.
    - Speed Boost puzzles are the absolute worst in the series, 99% chance you will be looking up answers online if you are trying to 100% the game.

    It's a great game and Metroid is probably my favorite franchise but I wish it did a little more and after 100%'ing it in 10 hours (I don't count the filler like Hard Mode which is cheaply hidden behind a Normal playthrough and the speedruns) it doesn't feel worth $60.    … Expand
  30. PsychoInsypid
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Mucho tiempo esperando y no me decepcionó, el apartado visual es de lo mejor que hay en switch y el diseño de niveles es muy intuitivo a pesar de no ser completamente lineal como fusion. Te hace sentir que siempre vas por el lado correcto y al mismo tiempo sentir perdido por toda la cantidad de caminos disponibles
  31. Bojangels
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    If a difficult game isn't a con in you books, then I'd say this game is pretty close to perfect. Proves that the formular conceived of in the 90s is timeless fun. The attention to detail visually and the excellent ambient sound and music are incredibly immersive despite the 2D format. Highly recommended to anyone who considers themselves a Gamer.
  32. Lao3821
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Excelente videojuego, cumple con las experiencias de todo fan de Metroid. Un excelente Gameplay, musica y ambientación
  33. Eshkiodo95
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Phenomenal game! Best 2D Metroid to ever release in my opinion. Awesome level and character design, animations, and boss fights.
  34. arh3399
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Wow. As a life long metroid fan this game is the perfect culmination of the 2D series. The gameplay is fast and fluid with tight control. It feels better then any other metroid game. The game is hands off and lets you figure out where to go and how to get there. The environments are varied and interesting and its got classic metroid music. And oh yeah the ending is incredible. OneWow. As a life long metroid fan this game is the perfect culmination of the 2D series. The gameplay is fast and fluid with tight control. It feels better then any other metroid game. The game is hands off and lets you figure out where to go and how to get there. The environments are varied and interesting and its got classic metroid music. And oh yeah the ending is incredible. One of my favorite endings of any game every. It took 19 years to get here and its was absolutely worth the wait.… Expand
  35. BadSanta63
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Haters going to hate game is fantastic. Like most things metacritic would probably give this game a 9 but got to combat the people giving this game a zero a 1.
  36. whimspek
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    For my taste this one one of the best metroid. Totally worth waiting 19 years. Atmosphere, music, story - everything is perfect.
  37. QueDuBonheur
    Oct 16, 2021
    10
    My first Metroid game and after finishing it one of my favorites if not my favorite Switch game. This is a must-have and a pure joy to play from the beginning to the end.
  38. Onioncreature
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Metroid Dread provides a masterful expansion of the classic formula which has hasn't seen a new release in about 20 years. The game looks and runs great overall, the attention to detail in the environments is seriously impressive. The sound design and music is also very effective at creating the unsettling atmosphere that permeates throughout the duration of playtime. The exploration isMetroid Dread provides a masterful expansion of the classic formula which has hasn't seen a new release in about 20 years. The game looks and runs great overall, the attention to detail in the environments is seriously impressive. The sound design and music is also very effective at creating the unsettling atmosphere that permeates throughout the duration of playtime. The exploration is very well designed, you never feel as though the game is holding your hand, as the level design itself subtly guides the player to the critical path. Difficulty balance is another strong point, the game is certainly challenging, but is never unfair; the addition of checkpoints directly before boss fights and E.M.M.I. encounters saves a lot of time in backtracking and is a great quality-of-life improvement. The storytelling is probably the best in the Metroid series so far, cutscenes and plot are placed very deliberately throughout, and never feel like they get in the way of gameplay. The length feels just about perfect, there's more than enough content here and it never feels as though Dread has any real bloat. The game does end a bit abruptly, but this is a well established series trope, so it's not really a big deal. Metroid Dread finally brings the series to the modern era and is a must-play for longtime fans and newcomers alike.… Expand
  39. whatisakyler
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    It's just amazing... the gameplay is perfect, the graphics are perfect, the story is perfect...

    ...its just perfect.
  40. Kybalion87
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Pure retro-magic! Thanks to Mercury Steam for bring this amazing saga to all of us again!!!
  41. ChrisAvenue_
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    WOW, just WOW, Metroid Dread takes the same ol' formula and revamps it and give some good twists and works so good. I can't imagine how Samus's story is gonna continue from that ending. I hope it sells well so we can get Metroid 6 before 19 years pass again lol
  42. DennisRodrigues
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Jogo raiz, mantem a dificuldade dos classicos
    Bons graficos, melhor plataforma do ano
  43. Vick93
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Live.Die.Repeat.
    I have never died so much in a metroid game before but I love it for the same reason as the game pushes me to become better at playing it. The E.M.M.I are the dread the title alludes to and getting caught by them is instant death most times. The game also never spoonfeeds it lets you explore and find your way so be ready to get lost a few times. Overall Metroid dread is a    Live.Die.Repeat.
    I have never died so much in a metroid game before but I love it for the same reason as the game pushes me to become better at playing it. The E.M.M.I are the dread the title alludes to and getting caught by them is instant death most times. The game also never spoonfeeds it lets you explore and find your way so be ready to get lost a few times. Overall Metroid dread is a challenging yet an excellent action game. Go for it but just be read to die alot.    … Expand
  44. Sam1998
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    This is a great game that deserves it's praise. The difficulty is no joke, you will die, and die again. You explore lots of different environments, and find all sorts of different weapons and gadgets; you need to get good with them all or you won't survive. The E.M.M.I encounters can become a bit tedious and repetitive, but the more you play the better you understand the map and how theyThis is a great game that deserves it's praise. The difficulty is no joke, you will die, and die again. You explore lots of different environments, and find all sorts of different weapons and gadgets; you need to get good with them all or you won't survive. The E.M.M.I encounters can become a bit tedious and repetitive, but the more you play the better you understand the map and how they will approach you. The boss fights are exciting and a great challenge, with Samus moving the fastest and most fluid she ever has. The game is lots of fun, I recommend.… Expand
  45. Razyel
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente incrível e nostálgico!, muito bom ver a Nintendo trazendo grandes clássicos e mantendo sua originalidade. Nota máxima é pouco!!
  46. Enriquezs
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Es el mejor metroid 2 D mucho más de lo que se veía en los trailer jugabilidad espectacular, tiene una exploración muy buena, la habilidades son muy suaves apartado técnico impecable que mas puedo decir mi goty personal.
  47. Atlus07
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Le jeu mérite clairement un 10, c'est la renaissance de la franchise Metroid. Dread est juste parfait dans tout les sens du terme. Excellente durée de vie, nerveux, très bon gameplay,.... tout ce qu'on veut retrouver dans un Metroidvania digne de ce nom.
    Dommage cependant qu'il y ait des abrutis qui s'amusent à troll en mettant des notes basses qui ne sont, bien évidemment et clairement    Le jeu mérite clairement un 10, c'est la renaissance de la franchise Metroid. Dread est juste parfait dans tout les sens du terme. Excellente durée de vie, nerveux, très bon gameplay,.... tout ce qu'on veut retrouver dans un Metroidvania digne de ce nom.
    Dommage cependant qu'il y ait des abrutis qui s'amusent à troll en mettant des notes basses qui ne sont, bien évidemment et clairement NON justifiées et existent juste pour descendre la moyenne intentionnellement. Les modérateurs devraient purement supprimé ce genre de reviews...    … Expand
  48. Sergiox
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    No me lo esperaba tan bueno, gráficos 2d super bonitos, te llevan a la época 16bits, jugabilidad y apartado técnico en general excelente. Muy recomendado.
  49. ichigokiller47
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This "game", is game of the year, I'm gonna keep this short and sweet, yes there are changes from traditional Metroid games, free movement, parry, E.M.M.I. encounters, and more elaborate cinematic moments. All these add to the games existing systems however. This game is massive, to get everything opened up for items and map, takes some time. But so do all metroidvania games. The onlyThis "game", is game of the year, I'm gonna keep this short and sweet, yes there are changes from traditional Metroid games, free movement, parry, E.M.M.I. encounters, and more elaborate cinematic moments. All these add to the games existing systems however. This game is massive, to get everything opened up for items and map, takes some time. But so do all metroidvania games. The only thing I would like to see added to this game is incentive to complete on the higher difficulty. Like in Metroid Samus Returns you get the Fusion suit. Would be nice if they would give a new suit for completing the game. Other than that this game is a 10/10 - Now can't wait for Metroid Prime 4.… Expand
  50. Teaisready
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    The latest installment in the metroid series takes every thing that made the games so special and modernizing them into a brand new awesome experience that you cannot put down.
    Beyond making a modern metroid game, metroid dread also adds new creative ideas that makes the game stand out from the others.
    To sum things up metroid dread got amazing combat cool level design interesting story    The latest installment in the metroid series takes every thing that made the games so special and modernizing them into a brand new awesome experience that you cannot put down.
    Beyond making a modern metroid game, metroid dread also adds new creative ideas that makes the game stand out from the others.
    To sum things up metroid dread got amazing combat cool level design interesting story and dreadful enemies.
    All of that combines creates the best metroid experience ever and one of the switch greatest games.    … Expand
  51. smajorp
    Oct 9, 2021
    8
    Dread is awesome. The game is difficult enough for an adult to find challenging. While the game is non-linear like the past entries in the series, there is a better intuition of where to go next based on the map design. Gameplay is excellent. The atmosphere is good.

    Only thing holding it back is sub-par music and the intro narration is a bit lame.
  52. Ferzeblaze
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Despues de terminar el juego, me quede impresionado por toda la dedicacion de parte de MercurySteam y Nintendo en realizar este juego, que sin duda alguna sera un candidato a GOTY, sin hacer spoiler, si te gusta la exploracion, un combate fluido, buenos controles, graficos buenos, todos los apartados estan bien cuidados, la batalla de jefes es de las mejores que se han mostrado en laDespues de terminar el juego, me quede impresionado por toda la dedicacion de parte de MercurySteam y Nintendo en realizar este juego, que sin duda alguna sera un candidato a GOTY, sin hacer spoiler, si te gusta la exploracion, un combate fluido, buenos controles, graficos buenos, todos los apartados estan bien cuidados, la batalla de jefes es de las mejores que se han mostrado en la franquicia y eso es decir mucho.

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

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

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

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

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

    Conclusion:
    Metroid Dread es una obra maestra, Nintendo y MercurySteam hicieron magia con este juego, es un clasico moderno, un videojuego que se siente fiel a la formula de los videojuegos clasicos de Metroid adaptado a una formula de los juegos modernos, sin duda este juego se hablara por mucho tiempo y es un must have si tienes una Nintendo Switch, lo lograron, hiceron un juego digno de la franquicia de Metroid y una epica conclusion a la historia de Samus con los Metroids.    … Expand
  53. Goose12
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    An amazing experience and well worth the wait! Cannot stress enough how awesome this game is!
  54. Pipboy10187
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    A non-stop thrill ride from beginning to end. Intense and fun combat. A beautifully created 2.5 D world with the most detailed map the franchise has ever seen making 100 percenting accessible to all players.
  55. Janli
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This is my first metroid game and i loved every minute of it. The movement is buttery smooth thanks to its high framerate. The game consists some of the best boss fights. It’s hard but it’s surprisingly not that unfair because the game requires you to just learn the patterns of bosses. The skills/moves of Samus are really satisfying to execute especially the parry. Graphics are good for aThis is my first metroid game and i loved every minute of it. The movement is buttery smooth thanks to its high framerate. The game consists some of the best boss fights. It’s hard but it’s surprisingly not that unfair because the game requires you to just learn the patterns of bosses. The skills/moves of Samus are really satisfying to execute especially the parry. Graphics are good for a switch game. Additionally, the E.M.M.I are really terrifying. As the game progresses they become hard to deal with. All in all, the game gave me quite an experience with its great controls, fluid movement, outstanding level design, and challenging boss fights.… Expand
  56. DanHuizar
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Awesome delivery of this forgotten franchise, action packed and really challenging but never feels unfair you learn everytime you fail.
  57. Bioskline
    Mar 21, 2023
    10
    It's finally here and the wait has been worth it. The best mapping and controls of the franchise, a great storytelling, a good and atmospheric soundtrack... And, most important: The Samus we wished for. Already replayed it two times. Maybe the best in the franchise.
  58. wizardninja
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Created an account just to review this game. As a long-time Metroid fan, Dread delivered on nearly every level. The combat is fast and fun, the bosses are a blast, and the exploration is top-notch. The game may seem linear on a first playthrough, but there are lots of secrets to uncover with a number of sequence-breaking options being discovered almost daily so far. The only weak area inCreated an account just to review this game. As a long-time Metroid fan, Dread delivered on nearly every level. The combat is fast and fun, the bosses are a blast, and the exploration is top-notch. The game may seem linear on a first playthrough, but there are lots of secrets to uncover with a number of sequence-breaking options being discovered almost daily so far. The only weak area in this game is the music. It's not bad at all, it's just not particularly memorable. That didn't even bother me, though, because I couldn't hear half the game over my own hyped-up screaming, haha. The story is everything I've ever wanted from a new Metroid game. If you care about Metroid lore at all, you are in for a TREAT. Overall, I absolutely loved this game. I'm replaying it right now, and it's just as engaging as the first time through. And to me, that's the real strength of Metroid games: replayability. I assure you that I will be playing this one many, many times over. Samus is back and better than ever!!!!!… Expand
  59. sascha22
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Perfect for Metroid Fans, for beginner and pro players, intense stealth action combined with exploration on a strange alien planet, with tons of secrets to discover and sequence breaks, you can be more powerful in progress when you go on exploration instead of just follow the pattern
  60. Uillian
    Oct 12, 2021
    5
    Jogo muitooo bomm, sensacional, não consigo parar de jogar. Jogo top, delícia de jogo.
  61. FetzerisCool
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    On of The best Games of The Year 2021 for Sure!
    I've don't seen this much Love frol Nintendo for a Metroid Game for so Long
  62. 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!
  63. HyperMetroid
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    The game was beautiful and handled with care. Any 2D game enjoyer and even the youngins who never experienced a real 2D game like this now have their eyes open to how good these are. Dread was worth every penny. Replayable, fantastic story progression for Samus Aran. Things are looking good for the Metroid universe
  64. SuperApa
    Nov 3, 2021
    4
    I'm a huge Metroid fan and love most of the game. This one is a bit underwhelming unfortunately and below what I expect from Nintendo.

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

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

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

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

    I would not recommend this game. I rarely throw my controller in frustration. Whit this game I have done it several times. I would say play Super Metroid or Zero Mission instead of this one.    … Expand
  65. MetzKetz
    Mar 28, 2022
    3
    The worst Metroid i ever played. I was so excited to finally be able to play Metroid again, and then they **** it up with this idiotic EMMI mechanic. Completely sucks the fun out of the game.
  66. Phuz
    Dec 22, 2021
    0
    I disliked the graphics, sound, styling, vibe. It is just ****

    Get Rive for 99p instead. It's way more fun.

    Couldn't even play out the demo on this. I just hated it.
  67. TalionSwift
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece and also game of the year so far in my opinion. The controls feel very smooth, the boss fights are fun and has a really great Metroid story.
  68. nwilloughby
    Oct 23, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am a PC gamer and prefer mouse and keyboard and controller aiming has always been meh, this is no exception. The double jump is not great its hit an miss, the cloak and shift is not optimal since the enemies can tell where you are or going to be some how. Its a game worth 30-40 dollars max, it is subpar compared to what you get in a hallow knight or other Metroidvania games.… Expand
  69. Mack9393
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    I’m surprised by how good Metroid Dread is. First game that I’ve played in a while that has seemed worthwhile getting day one. I wish I had this during lockdown.
  70. MrPhalomo
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Easily one of the best games of this year so far, those like me who grew up playing 2d games will find Dread fun and challenging simply amazing
  71. grandpa12
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This is the one of the ultimate Project ever made in metroid series.
    The storytelling is wonderful and the action of this game has overwhelmed the series.
    If you are fan of metroidvania, this game is essential to play
  72. Rafa_2a
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Excelente juego, tiene un ambiente de espacio muy bien conseguido, el mejor del año
  73. AWSMProdigy
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    I made a metacritic account to leave this game a review. I think that speaks for itself.
  74. Sadicust
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Mejor Metroid 2D hasta la fecha, MercurySteam lo ha dado todo para ofrecernos una de las mejores experiencias que la Switch tiene para ofrecer. Te hace usar todas tus habilidades en combate, y lo hace de forma satisfactoria. Está diseñado de manera que te premia por realizar "sequence breaking", algo que muchos fans de la saga valoran. La pelea final es una delicia.
  75. javieerGarcia
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Great conclusion to the Metroid arch!! Great plot twists, amazing boss fights and beautiful controls. As a Metroid fan, I am not dissappinted, at all! One of the best Metroid games of all time.
  76. theRykk
    Apr 10, 2022
    1
    This seems like it would be a great game except for the one thing I can't excuse, and that's instant, unavoidable deaths. These EMI robot things kill you, instantly, and you have VERY little chance of avoiding it once they pin you down. You will die in this game, a lot, without barely a chance of surviving. Every game I play I die, a lot, but that's after the enemy wears down your healthThis seems like it would be a great game except for the one thing I can't excuse, and that's instant, unavoidable deaths. These EMI robot things kill you, instantly, and you have VERY little chance of avoiding it once they pin you down. You will die in this game, a lot, without barely a chance of surviving. Every game I play I die, a lot, but that's after the enemy wears down your health bar, which is fine. With this game you don't have the chance. I've started it twice now and finally uninstalled it. Wish I could get my money back because I'll never play this one again. So disappointing because I've played every Metroid game and loved them. Moving on....… Expand
  77. sparky1905
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. VERY MINOR SPOILERS in this review.

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

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

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

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

    Honestly, my only complaints are the boss themes seem slightly generic, not too unique, and that you can't remap the controls in-game (although you do get used to it after a while). Even then, I rate this 10/10 and an absolute must have, even if you have never played a Metroid game before. I've read a lot about how the duration is pretty low, and while I'm someone who prefers longer duration games (cost is a big deal for me, so I prefer a good price-playtime ratio), in this case I do not regret spending $60 on this game, purely because every moment playing it feels so amazing and enjoyable.    … Expand
  78. 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
  79. CDizzness
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Best Metroid game I have ever played hands down. I know the mega Metroid fans will always hold "Super Metroid" in high regards, but this sits right next to it. Another timeless entry we will hear about for decades to come. The atmosphere is "dreadful", I never thought a Metroid game would make me jump and almost throw my controller. I am a sucker for stealth and this game nails it. TheBest Metroid game I have ever played hands down. I know the mega Metroid fans will always hold "Super Metroid" in high regards, but this sits right next to it. Another timeless entry we will hear about for decades to come. The atmosphere is "dreadful", I never thought a Metroid game would make me jump and almost throw my controller. I am a sucker for stealth and this game nails it. The battles are tense and rewarding, the game is gorgeous, smooth and the sound is top notch, it really pulls you in. Do yourself a favor and get this game.

    P.S. I "dread" seeing all of the low reviews...If anything, the lowest this game deserves is an 8, this game was made with Metroid fans in mind so the difficulty matches that. Also, I wish metacritic would stop allowing reviews from people who clearly cannot articulate or spell correctly. If you're going to review something proofread your ****!    … Expand
  80. Swagner
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Frankly, I don't know how they'll ever top this one. MercurySteam absolutely knocked it out of the park. Literally every part of the game blew me away; the controls were the slickest Metroid's ever had, the visuals were gorgeous, the boss fights were both challenging and satisfying, the powerups were downright badass, and the story... I literally wouldn't change a thing!

    Metroid's    Frankly, I don't know how they'll ever top this one. MercurySteam absolutely knocked it out of the park. Literally every part of the game blew me away; the controls were the slickest Metroid's ever had, the visuals were gorgeous, the boss fights were both challenging and satisfying, the powerups were downright badass, and the story... I literally wouldn't change a thing!

    Metroid's always taken a lot of inspiration from sci-fi and horror movies (Alien and The Thing especially), but here, it's clearly demonstrated that it's more than the sum of its parts. Even compared to the esteemed Super and Fusion, Dread raises the bar.    … Expand
  81. Sunshadow87
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    La espera mereció la pena...
    Metroid Dread (o "Metroid Mal Rollito", que deberia ser la autentica traducción al castellano) innova en múltiples aspectos, adquiriendo su particular personalidad que lo diferencia del resto de entregas de la saga sin dejar de pertenecer a ella. Sin embargo presenta pequeños fallos que lo hacen en perspectiva, desmerecer si lo comparamos con un juego redondo    La espera mereció la pena...
    Metroid Dread (o "Metroid Mal Rollito", que deberia ser la autentica traducción al castellano) innova en múltiples aspectos, adquiriendo su particular personalidad que lo diferencia del resto de entregas de la saga sin dejar de pertenecer a ella. Sin embargo presenta pequeños fallos que lo hacen en perspectiva, desmerecer si lo comparamos con un juego redondo como super metroid.
    Parte de estos puntos débiles se notan sobre todo más al comienzo (donde se siente más un juego de 8-9), desapareciendo en su mayor parte acabando de manera apoteósica el juego con un merecido 10.
    Este es sin duda el juego más laberíntico de toda la saga (o de cualquier metroidvania creado), con escenarios orgánicos, que cambiaran conforme nuestras acciones o el avance del juego, contribuyendo más aun a la sensación de estar completamente perdido.
    Algo que hace muy bien el juego es transmitirnos sensación de impotencia y desorientación, desde la amnesia parcial de Samus que nos grita a la cara que algo no cuadra, a la desorientación en los escenarios, a los continuos encuentros letales con los EMMIS... bordando la atmósfera, que es lo principal que se espera de un metroid. De hecho creo que esta sensación de "mal rollito" esta mucho mejor conseguida que en muchos "survival horrors".
    Los controles son mucho más fluidos y ágiles, buscando atraer nuevas audiencias. Los jefes, de los más impresionantes de la saga, etc.
    Una cosa en la que falla, es en enseñarnos ciertas mecánicas a través del gameplay. Toda mecánica nueva de dread si que nos es enseñada de manera gradual e inteligente (por ejemplo el utilizar el entorno a la hora de enfrentarnos a los EMMIS), pero para las técnicas avanzadas que se heredan de super metroid... o bien jugaste a él y las conoces, o acabaras recurriendo a alguna guía que las explique (no son necesarias para completar el juego, pero si para alcanzar ciertos tanques de energía y misiles).
    También decir que el juego presenta al menos dos partes vagamente diferenciadas: una primera donde esa sensación de "dread" es mucho más acuciante, y una segunda parte donde nos sentiremos mucho más poderosos y capaces y tendremos mayor control sobre las situaciones y menores preocupaciones por las amenazas.
    Por último mencionar la historia. De gran importancia, nos mantendrá en vilo hasta el final, hasta descubrir la verdad... y dejémoslo ahí porque spoilear la experiencia no es algo agradable. Eso sí, decir que el juego da más de una sorpresa en repetidas ocasiones.
    Para los obsesos por la duración, una primera partida al 100% me llevo 12:22 horas. Ahora me quedara completar el juego en difícil e intentar superar los logros de tiempo para desbloquear todo). Los metroid nunca han sido juegos largos porque su punto fuerte es su rejugabilidad (y ser carne de cañón para speedruners), pero creo que este cumple de sobra con su duración básica.
    Incluso si solo tenéis pensado jugar una vez, creo que merece la pena solo por la experiencia probar "Metroid Mal Rollito".    … Expand
  82. Miguel1988
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Metroid dread tiene un ambientación fenomenal, así mismo un gameplay muy fluido e intenso en todo momento, un verdadero título digno para la saga.
  83. Barrymore45
    Oct 24, 2021
    3
    Garbage, forgettable music, forgettable exploration, very linear, irritating highly scripted bosses, fun segment for the last 3 minutes and decent graphics earn it a 3 out of ten.
  84. mpenalba
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Metroid Dread is exactly what a Metroid fan is looking for but better. It's new mechanics keep Metroid relevant in the search action games. It's probably harder than previous releases but it doesn't feels unfair. Definitely a must play game if you are a fan of Metroid and search action game in general.
  85. Shirohae
    Oct 15, 2021
    5
    I liked the game very much, but the emmi passages are just so so frustrating
  86. Srshisui
    Oct 22, 2021
    10
    Esse jogo é 100% delirante e sufocante, melhor jogo do ano não tem como é impossível!!!!
  87. LordDoran
    Oct 14, 2021
    0
    This is wholly my opinion. Difficulty on one of the first bosses spikes. Not fun exploration wise, killing or engaging enemies is pointless, might as well just jump through them. Insta death enemies make traversing area tedious. Cheap damage and upgrades that feel like they start to hinder you more than anything
  88. Atriarch
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Excellent game. Difficulty and fear factor is amped up from other Metroid games. Graphics Audio and Controls are superb. Would have loved to see more. 9.9/10
  89. lolhhh
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This gets the highest recommendation I can give it has a great narrative and the most fluid combat and traversal option I've played in a Metroidvania it's word is much more open than fusion and has the best bosses in the series 10/10 it's better than super Metroid
  90. OmegaKaozz
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    El juego retoma la historia donde Fusion la dejo, en el inicio recapitulan los eventos sucedidos así que aunque no estés al tanto lo resumen de manera en la que sabes bien que ha pasado. Fusion es el primer Metroid de formula clásica o 2D que es "story driven" y Dread no solo lo retoma si no que mejora la narrativa ya sea por presupuesto o las limitaciones que tenia el GBA , en Dread laEl juego retoma la historia donde Fusion la dejo, en el inicio recapitulan los eventos sucedidos así que aunque no estés al tanto lo resumen de manera en la que sabes bien que ha pasado. Fusion es el primer Metroid de formula clásica o 2D que es "story driven" y Dread no solo lo retoma si no que mejora la narrativa ya sea por presupuesto o las limitaciones que tenia el GBA , en Dread la historia y la narrativa se sienten como la prioridad del juego.
    La historia nueva es muy entretenida a lo largo de todo el juego continúan desarrollándola incluso antes de la ultima pelea no terminas de entender el porque de las cosas, lo cual hace que por un lado no se predecible pero siempre estas ansioso de saber mas y termina a mi parecer correctamente.
    Dentro del genero de Metroidvania talvez Dread no aporta nada nuevo pero fuera de tratar de "reinventar la rueda" optan por entregar un juego bien desarrollado para los fanáticos del genero. El gameplay es fluido y con mucha acción aunque talvez comprometieron un poco la exploración. Retoman elementos de todos los Metroids anteriores pero destaca mucha la habilidad de parry que implementaron en Samus Returns, en este juego se castigaba mucho el no dominar el parry y los indicadores eran muy fáciles de no ver, ya sea por el control o la misma pantalla del 3DS aquí se siente mas sencillo y mas que castigar el error se siente mas como recompensa el dominar esta la habilidad.
    La principal queja que tuve en SamusReturns fue que los jefes eran muy similares y que habia muy poca variedad, en Dread por otro lado siento que hay mucha variedad y el diseño y gameplay de cada jefe son excelentes, las animaciones de intro, outro y parry son excelentes y no podria imaginar como mejorarlas. Por otro lado los jefes pueden llegar a ser difíciles pero no por injustos, aunque me mataron muchas veces siempre sentí que eran errores míos y no por mecánicas injustas o controles no responsivos, y aunque mueras mucho la gratificación de por fin derrotarlos te mantiene pegado al juego.
    Los puntos mas débiles del juego creo son muy pocos y sinceramente estaría muy rebuscado de mi parte pero a mi parecer serian estas 3 cosas:
    1.-Las pantallas de carga de sección a sección pueden resaltar por ser tardadas, aunque debo admitir que me gustaron las animaciones y que dan a entender que la protagonista esta tomando un breve descanso.
    2.-La música, que para nada es mala pero a comparación a juegos clásicos como Zero Mission y Super Metroid creo yo no resalta tanto, pero sin duda alguna cumplen su cometido a la ambientación correcta a los escenarios.
    3.-Los extras y la galería de arte, mas que critica al juego creo yo que estas recompensas son un modelo muy anticuado y como incentivos son muy pobres que no veo como a jugadores menos afines a la franquicia los motive a seguir jugando buscando mejorar su porcentaje de objetos encontrados o incluso a jugar la dificultad mas alta.    … Expand
  91. AmongstYou
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    I have to acknowledge first my own bias: Metroid means a lot to me, and I'm an unabashed enthusiast of the Metroid-vania genre. If you're someone who finds games like Hollow Knight, Axiom Verge, Ori, past Metroid titles, etc... too difficult or frustrating (or just uninteresting), then this game isn't for you.
    However, if you're either a veteran fan of the genre like me, or you're just    I have to acknowledge first my own bias: Metroid means a lot to me, and I'm an unabashed enthusiast of the Metroid-vania genre. If you're someone who finds games like Hollow Knight, Axiom Verge, Ori, past Metroid titles, etc... too difficult or frustrating (or just uninteresting), then this game isn't for you.
    However, if you're either a veteran fan of the genre like me, or you're just looking for something tougher than the standard Switch release and are looking to try something new, then this is a MUST play. MercurySteam has easily crafted their finest game to date, and created another worthy entry to the 2D Metroid saga. The design and form here is so tight that I legitimately can't conjure any criticisms. It's simply that good.

    Welcome back, Samus. We missed you. See you again when we finally get Metroid Prime 4.    … Expand
  92. mishi631
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Wow, what a hell of a game. Have always loved Metriod since 1989 on the NES. My favourite is Super Metroid for SNES!! I love this saga!
  93. Timeflies164
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This was my first Metroid game and I am completely blown away by it. I am now a Metroid fan! This game is challenging in the best way possible. Fantastic game!
  94. literallyretard
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Don't understand the massive negativity around this game. "the game is too hard" I'm not even wasting my breath on that one. "the games exploration isn't as good" that, is something I agree with. Having recently played Samus returns, the difference in exploration is night and day. But they traded for better gameplay, which oo boy. Samus controls the best she ever has. So can't reallyDon't understand the massive negativity around this game. "the game is too hard" I'm not even wasting my breath on that one. "the games exploration isn't as good" that, is something I agree with. Having recently played Samus returns, the difference in exploration is night and day. But they traded for better gameplay, which oo boy. Samus controls the best she ever has. So can't really complain much. The graphics and music/level design are interesting and good. I don't even wanna begin to try and explain why the negative user reviews make no logical sense and have the level of comprehension of baby's and how or why they completely miss the point of the emmi system.… Expand
  95. Flomo
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Klasse ,einfach perfekt , grandios
    Super Welten Design,spitzen Presentation,
  96. PainisDeWitt
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    It was a really cool experience, overall, Mercury Steam refined the formula and listened to player feedback from Samus Returns.

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

    The movement is superb and the combat is waaaaay better.

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

    The only thing that sets back this game for me and the reason I didn't give it a 10 is the soundtrack. It's forgettable and there isn't a piece that made me go "wow, instant banger" I think they could've done a better job on the music department.    … Expand
  97. Karpisd
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A worthy 5th Installment of the Metroid main-series, the smoothest and best Gameplay (wise) experience. So far one of the best Switch and Nintendo Games so far. The Emmi's bring a fresh experience. MercurySteam and Nintendo show us with Metroid Dread how a real Metroid(vania) work.… Expand
  98. ShinSeyren
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    I have always been in love with the metroid series and this one is in the top 3 for sure right below super metroid and above metroid fusion. It is a fun and tense experience with amazing gameplay and beautiful 2D environments.
  99. Arm_ands
    Oct 16, 2021
    4
    The game runs smooth, looks good and is quite satisfying to play. It encourages to explore and proceed deeper into the world in order to find its collectibles and power ups. This has been done before in all Metroid games so there was nothing new in that case. Me waiting for a Metroid game for 4 years and then finishing the game in like 9 hours is quite disappointing. For a NintendoThe game runs smooth, looks good and is quite satisfying to play. It encourages to explore and proceed deeper into the world in order to find its collectibles and power ups. This has been done before in all Metroid games so there was nothing new in that case. Me waiting for a Metroid game for 4 years and then finishing the game in like 9 hours is quite disappointing. For a Nintendo franchise and for such a big game studio I was expecting 40-50 hours of playtime. I loved playing hollow knight so my expectations ware somewhere there but unfortunately the game ended before I got even excited. All in all good game, who ever likes Metroid games will feel like home but for the price and length of the game…. Not worth it.… Expand
  100. TruthTroll
    Oct 30, 2021
    0
    NOPE! DO NOT BUY!!! *** Although Samus’s new design is decent, I’ll give ‘em that… with Nintendos track record and just based on the gameplay and look of the game alone, and if you’re someone with half a brain, you don’t even need to play to know that this game is a worthless, insulting, money grubbing, lazy, sorry excuse piece of s#@% of a game and barely even that! No love for thisNOPE! DO NOT BUY!!! *** Although Samus’s new design is decent, I’ll give ‘em that… with Nintendos track record and just based on the gameplay and look of the game alone, and if you’re someone with half a brain, you don’t even need to play to know that this game is a worthless, insulting, money grubbing, lazy, sorry excuse piece of s#@% of a game and barely even that! No love for this franchise in almost 2 decades and this is what we get?! Nintendo is always at least a whole generation behind the competition in terms of power and graphics but they still could have done better than this. There is no excuse for this BS! They don’t even care. Like Disney and their endless barrage of tasteless unoriginal live action remakes. If they’re going back to the side scrolling roots, there’s nothing wrong with that, but it better be on the same level as games like Ori, especially if you have the balls to want $60! This is barely a step above “Other M” and that game was also pure trash! Yet there are plenty of morons out there that just eat this s#@% up and that’s how Nintendo keeps making money and continuing to produce utter garbage because they know you will buy it… and pay full price too! This game is worth maybe $5. Definitely not worthy of a full $60!!! It’s like a cheap, rushed mobile phone game for kids and the graphics suck! The only thing missing is ads. Watching the gameplay and seeing enemies, big and small just disappear in what looks like a singe frame when you kill them, with no particle affects, no corpses, no cool explosions, just… nothing. And that’s after you fire you’re entire arsenal at them and don’t even make a dent because the game forces you to rely on this new dumb blocking/counter system that seems to be the only way to actually get through the game. No voice acting, no dynamic backgrounds or meaningful scenery, bland atmospheric music… everything’s flat, nothing stands out and nothing is memorable, except the fact that you just suffered through this sorry excuse of a game and will never get that time back. It’s like they did the bare minimum to get a passing grade of 65. But this is a solid F+ and that’s being generous. True gamers and fans know better and will not put up with this BS. Still to this day, the greatest entry in the franchise is Metroid Prime! The first game, not the sorry @$$ sequels that started this downhill plummet into where we are now. Anyway, a big F U to Nintendo and I hope you go broke if you’re going to continue to push this crap on us, you disgusting, fat, lazy, money grubbing A-holes!!!… Expand
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#9 Best Switch Game of 2021
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#1 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2021

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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 124 Critic Reviews

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