Metroid Prime Remastered

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1066 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 901 out of 1066
  2. Mixed: 55 out of 1066
  3. Negative: 110 out of 1066
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  1. Andrito
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Actually it looks like a remake, but without changing the game overall. Looks insanely good.
  2. Ronnsten
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Very good game imo. Good graphics for the system. Fun level design. Really just an amazing game.
  3. xCrimsonEdge
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    I've played all the metroid games & prime games. This is a true remaster, the graphics look absolutely beautiful, and the overall gameplay is phenomenal. Beings back so many memories of playing the first one, definitely a must have for anyone that's a fan of the series & new new fans as well.

    Also the 25 negative reviews.... If your a huge fan please people ignore them!!! Just a bunch of    I've played all the metroid games & prime games. This is a true remaster, the graphics look absolutely beautiful, and the overall gameplay is phenomenal. Beings back so many memories of playing the first one, definitely a must have for anyone that's a fan of the series & new new fans as well.

    Also the 25 negative reviews.... If your a huge fan please people ignore them!!! Just a bunch of cry babies and butt hurt kids that need to get gud!!!    … Expand
  4. tfranklin84
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    When I played this game 20 years ago, I knew I was playing something special. 20 years later, this masterful remaster proves Metroid Prime truly is one of the greatest of all time. You simply should not miss this if you appreciate the video game medium.
  5. SkyTheUnknown
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Played the original Version on the GameCube and I can definitely say, that this is a masterful Remake. They put in so much care in updating design and graphics without destroying the atmosphere of the original game. It’s really surprising, how well this game holds up so many years later. It’s a masterpiece, which should be played by everyone, who wants to understand gamedesign and thePlayed the original Version on the GameCube and I can definitely say, that this is a masterful Remake. They put in so much care in updating design and graphics without destroying the atmosphere of the original game. It’s really surprising, how well this game holds up so many years later. It’s a masterpiece, which should be played by everyone, who wants to understand gamedesign and the evolution of this genre.… Expand
  6. ammc_92
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Superb remaster of one of the Greatest Game Of All Time from GC and Wii generation.
  7. Feehh
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    An unforgettable masterpiece that absolutely needed to rerelease on the switch, can only hope that prime 4 looks and runs as perfectly as this one.
  8. jay7988
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    This game feels every bit as good as I can remember and they have done such a brilliant job in recreating with updated visuals and graphics, anyone who has voted this low is review bombing it’s that simple this deserves nothing less than perfect
  9. BenjaminA
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    A nigh-perfect remaster to a nigh-perfect classic title. This is probably the absolute best-looking game on the Switch so far--it's hard to believe it can run at a consistent 60 frames with the hardware it's on, and even harder to believe such a high-quality rework isn't priced at a full 60 dollars. The unbeatable atmosphere and attention to detail the original game is known for is onlyA nigh-perfect remaster to a nigh-perfect classic title. This is probably the absolute best-looking game on the Switch so far--it's hard to believe it can run at a consistent 60 frames with the hardware it's on, and even harder to believe such a high-quality rework isn't priced at a full 60 dollars. The unbeatable atmosphere and attention to detail the original game is known for is only amplified here. There are plenty of control schemes to choose from in this version, including a modern dual-stick FPS-style layout and the (admittedly clunky) original GameCube layout. Prime's only real flaw is probably the pointless and tedious collect-a-thon crammed into the end of the game, which is unfortunately still present here. The only gripes I have regarding the rework itself would be that it's a little too cartoonish for my taste in some areas (like the smoothed-out text font) and that the removal of the traveling light emissions from beam weapons does hurt immersion a little bit compared to the original version.… Expand
  10. DrFarewell
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Retro Studios already made a perfect game. They somehow made it better, the new control options, better resolution and models, and portability options makes this an easy 10
  11. PotatoMaster69
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games ever made but now with modern controls HD Graphics and 60fps worth every penny
  12. serdan80
    Feb 11, 2023
    9
    I Played it a log time ago and Loved it even when FPS arent my piece of pie.
  13. Skice
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Its not a remaster, its a remake and is excellent. Metroid prime 4 is in very good hands
  14. Rufo
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Metroid Prime was the one of the best when on Game Cube, but now it is yet better! I love it! Strongly recommended!
  15. Badskwall
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    In an age where there are numerous remasters and remakes, none quite give the same level of love and attention that Retro Studios has done with Metroid Prime Remastered.

    Between the graphical overall, updated soundtrack, and modernized controls, Metroid Prime Remastered still captures the original game in all of its glory, now with a fresh coat of paint and supported on official hardware.    In an age where there are numerous remasters and remakes, none quite give the same level of love and attention that Retro Studios has done with Metroid Prime Remastered.

    Between the graphical overall, updated soundtrack, and modernized controls, Metroid Prime Remastered still captures the original game in all of its glory, now with a fresh coat of paint and supported on official hardware. If you’re a fan of the original, then this game will still surprise you. Playing through the game again with the updated visuals somehow enhances scenes and environments. What was once polygonal and shadowy is now *very* detailed and *very* frightening. Definitely a must buy.    … Expand
  16. vgmkyle
    Feb 11, 2023
    9
    I wouldn't call a remake of an old game a shadow drop in the same sense of Hi-Fi Rush, but seeing as how much better this remake looks, I guess that could be up to date. I'm not playing when I say this is the first time I've been visually impressed by a Switch title.
  17. ckddls0701
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Goat game returns.
    The best graphics on this console.retro studio is god!!!
  18. Anonymous_47
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    This game is a 10/10 without the improvements but WITH the improvements, I wish I could give it a 12/10 but I can’t.
  19. NeotheRipper
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Wow.wow.wow the nintendo for this masterpiece Nintendo brings hier a old game in the new Technic and the same feeling! I love it, for me is this a graphic Benchmark vor Nintendo switch.
  20. Luis64
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Juegazo, como siempre lo recordé el título es engañoso ya que parece más un remake que una remasterización, es recomendable si ya lo haz jugado o es tu primera vez no te va a decepcionar.
  21. Kakadu
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of all time made better in almost every way. A true masterpiece.
  22. The_Darkest
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    It´s Metroid Prime!

    This remaster is almost felt to be a remake, more of this please Nintendo!
  23. M4N0R4F43L
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    O jogo vai além de uma simples remasterização. Teve toda geometria, ambiente oclusion e áudio refeitos entregando uma experiência que já era boa lá no GC/WII. A experiência em jogar no Switch está muito satisfatório. É bom ver o tratamento que a Nintendo ven dado a Metroid. O jogo segue lindo e com uma jogabilidade aprimorada. Recomendo demais, Prime é uma obra prima, uma pérola no mundoO jogo vai além de uma simples remasterização. Teve toda geometria, ambiente oclusion e áudio refeitos entregando uma experiência que já era boa lá no GC/WII. A experiência em jogar no Switch está muito satisfatório. É bom ver o tratamento que a Nintendo ven dado a Metroid. O jogo segue lindo e com uma jogabilidade aprimorada. Recomendo demais, Prime é uma obra prima, uma pérola no mundo dos games.… Expand
  24. Uwuo
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Masterfully made!
    This remake is exactly what I remember playing back when I was young. The lighting is on point, the graphics are fantastic and the game is still as good as ever, maybe better with the dual stick style gameplay. Its also faithful because it has the old way of playing it. I love it.
  25. Nordmansk
    Feb 11, 2023
    2
    Un juego muy sobrevalorado, me aburrió un poco y como remaster es bueno, pero no me parece la gran cosa
  26. Robo_Steve
    Feb 10, 2023
    0
    I don't understand how this game is getting such great reviews. It might've been good for it's time on Gamecube (I played it) but the combat and level design are super weak compared to games of the modern era (see Metroid Dread). It is not worth $40 IMO.
  27. Toadoda
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    The game is absolutely fantastic. I have every detail of the original GC Metroid Prime memorized, I know it like the back of my hand, and as a tradition I play it once a year from start to finish. That being said, the remaster perfectly captures the essence of the original game perfectly and I say that with no hyperbole. It doesn't drastically change the art style like most remakes, butThe game is absolutely fantastic. I have every detail of the original GC Metroid Prime memorized, I know it like the back of my hand, and as a tradition I play it once a year from start to finish. That being said, the remaster perfectly captures the essence of the original game perfectly and I say that with no hyperbole. It doesn't drastically change the art style like most remakes, but gives it a much needed face lift, so much so it actually shows the original Prime's age. The dual stick controls make it handle like a dream, and for purest who like the tank controls of the original, that is an option to play with, among other control styles like the Trilogy releases motion controls, or you can do hybrid controls for gyro aiming for those who want it. The game might be running on dated hardware at this point, but it's hard to tell with how fantastic this game looks, being visually on par with current day releases. It runs at 60 FPS and does not hiccup once during the entire run (Yes, this includes handheld mode), and load times are almost non-existent; with me only being able to count one loading screen ever in all three of my play throughs. The music is left totally untouched, just of a much higher quality, and some mixing issues were fixed so we can now hear the soundtrack as intended, sound design has seen some tweaks with added details.

    Metroid Prime Remastered sets a new standard for what a remaster should be. Granted, this will never replace the original for me, I will still play my old GC initial release for speedrunning, but if I just want to play Metroid Prime again? This is the version I will be playing for the foreseeable future. It just has so many improvements over the original that the tree things in this remaster that I dislike will come off as nitpicks. By the way, those two little gripes are the lack of holograms around Samus' boots when she obtains Space Jump, the mirrors in the Chozo Ruins don't reflect Samus, and Samus' face admittedly isn't a good look for her (at least in my opinion. She doesn't look bad, but she can look better). In conclusion, PLAY IT. You owe it to yourself if you love Metroid, if you love FPS games, if you love metroidvania's, or if you want a good time. This game really shows you what the Switch is really capable of when you have competent developers behind the wheel.

    Also, if you're looking to emulate the game on a Steam Deck, please support Retro Studios and buy the game and show Nintendo this is where the moneys at.    … Expand
  28. DavLai3
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece! 10/10. Metroid is one of the most iconic game franchises ever created.
  29. irishyardball
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is fantastic. 60fps dual analogue supper, gyro support if you prefer that, Wii style controls, whatever you want you get it. They gave tons of accessibility options, and they fully rebuilt and redid the assets, this is really more of a remake than a remaster. 10/10.
  30. ShippyHippy
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is just amazing, they really knocked it out of the park with the updated visuals. Simply one of, if not the best looking game on the switch. The gameplay still holds up to this day. This is my favorite video game of all time
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Universal acclaim - based on 95 Critic Reviews

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  1. Pocket-lint
    Jun 23, 2023
    90
    This is an excellent remaster that preserves a classic game and makes it highly playable by modern standards. It also confirms that Metroid Prime remains as special a title as ever.
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  2. Het Nieuwsblad
    May 15, 2023
    100
    Game makers: take note. Metroid Prime Remastered is a masterclass in how to modernize a masterpiece. Twenty years after the series made the transition to 3D, this remains a classic that has stood the test of time. The updated visuals prove that with some optimization and visual tricks, the Switch is really capable of delivering great games. In fact, this is one of prettier – if not the prettiest –Switch games to date.
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  3. XGN
    May 1, 2023
    96
    A classic returns in Metroid Prime Remastered. A complete visual overhaul makes the world of the game look better and more detailed than ever before. A new dual-stick control scheme makes the game approachable and palatable for new players, while veterans can opt for controls that mimic the original. Underneath it all, though, the masterpiece that is Metroid Prime Remains unchanged. Some more quality of life improvements could perhaps have been made, but it is a tiny complaint for a near-perfect remaster.
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