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. mcsw712
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    Perfect. Only suggestion I have to improve this game is to shorten the time it takes to switch weapons and morph. Absolute masterpiece of a game!
  2. coltdogster
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    One of the best FPS games of all time with an absolutely huge lift in visuals. Level design and puzzles still hold up as well as ever and the whole vibe of the game still hits just as it did back in the day. Attention to detail also goes above and beyond here. Definitely worth the 40 bucks.
  3. RiftSilver
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    Metroid Prime Remastered is an example of a remaster done great, and leaves little reason to return to the original game outside of speed-running tech or the currently missing Fusion Suit extra. There are two major factors that contribute to the success of this remaster, the controls and the graphical updates.

    The controls have been completely re-hauled with dual stick controls and    Metroid Prime Remastered is an example of a remaster done great, and leaves little reason to return to the original game outside of speed-running tech or the currently missing Fusion Suit extra. There are two major factors that contribute to the success of this remaster, the controls and the graphical updates.

    The controls have been completely re-hauled with dual stick controls and gyro compatibility both in and out of lock on modes. There are multiple other controls modes as well, one mirroring the classic control scheme, Wii control schemes, and a hybrid between the two. The controls feel very natural, and apart from some fight with my own muscle memory, are a joy to use.

    The graphics have been updated massively as well. This is much closer to a remake than a typical remaster with updated models, geometry, textures and lighting improvements across the whole game. While this changes some visual aspects from the original, it stays incredibly close to the original. The much moodier lighting helps many areas feel closer to their original concept art and I can't say there was a single area I ran into that felt worse than the original game, which in my experience, is a rarity for remasters in general. The graphics and colors especially pop on an OLED screen, and provide great contrast especially in darker areas of Tallon IV.

    The game looks great whether docked or played in handheld mode. The framerate is a solid 60fps with the exception of one momentary dip during a flying pirates death that resulted in a half-second frame drop that I have been unable to reproduce in subsequent playthroughs.

    With very smart upgrades, and respect to the original source material, Metroid Prime Remastered not only stands closer to a remake, but sets the bar for what I believe a remaster should strive to be. I can only hope if Metroid Prime 2 & 3 ever make their way to the Switch, they're treated to a similar level of polish as the first entry. If Prime Remastered is anything to go by, I think the Prime series has a bright future in Retro's skilled hands.    … Expand
  4. Kengi89
    Mar 17, 2023
    0
    Не знаю с чего и начать, игра просто, даже не стоит упоминания о себе, я прекрасно понимаю что критикам нужно на что-то жить и нинтендо продавать свой свищ, но продавать игру разработанную Retro Studios и изданную Nintendo для Nintendo GameCube 19 ноября 2002 года, она и свое время никого не поражала. Тухлый шутер спиноф некогда крутой метроидвании, в данном амплуа себя показывает лишьНе знаю с чего и начать, игра просто, даже не стоит упоминания о себе, я прекрасно понимаю что критикам нужно на что-то жить и нинтендо продавать свой свищ, но продавать игру разработанную Retro Studios и изданную Nintendo для Nintendo GameCube 19 ноября 2002 года, она и свое время никого не поражала. Тухлый шутер спиноф некогда крутой метроидвании, в данном амплуа себя показывает лишь блеклой пародией. Конкурирую с в жанре шутеров, она проигрывает практически всем игра вышедшим за последние 20 лет. Гейм дизайн двигался, и не малыми шагами, скажу я Вам. Игра имеет проблемы и очень серьезны:
    - истории нет от слова совсем;
    - главный герой просто 0, никто и нигде (немая Самус молчит всю дорогу, абсолютно не повествуя игру);
    - возрождение противников на пройденных локах, а возвращаться нужно и это бесит
    - бектрекинг тебя постоянно долбят, вернись обратно, и не раз;
    - шутерная механика, просто никакая, игрна не создавалась изначально мастерами шутерного дела, а студией казуальщиков которым от силы 2д или карточные мобильные помойки варить
    - баланс оставили прежним, затянутые и однотипные локации в которых приходится по долгу убивать однотипных врагов
    - ценник, просить те же деньги за игру 20-ти летней давности, просто свинство.    … Expand
  5. Greko19
    Feb 18, 2023
    10
    The game looks amazing
  6. GiuCritic
    Feb 26, 2023
    10
    I never played a Metroid game before I played Metroid prime for the GCB. And after I did I was sure that was my favorite single player game I had played. Almost 20 years later I can confirm. This is the best game of all time. The music, art, gameplay mechanics, the feeling of being completely alone and lost in Talon IV, it’s simply mesmerizing.
  7. kion
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    metroid prime is the best fps 20 years ago. It's unbelievable that today this design is not that old.
  8. churros
    Apr 4, 2023
    10
    Pros:
    + faithful to the 2D games
    + atmospheric
    + light puzzles
    + environment scan
    + 3D map
    + lore
    + great soundtrack

    Cons:
    (none)
  9. futureP
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. mark (˘▽˘>ԅ( ˘⌣˘) (˘▽˘>ԅ( ˘⌣˘) (˘▽˘>ԅ( ˘⌣˘) (˘▽˘>ԅ( ˘⌣˘) (˘▽˘>ԅ( ˘⌣˘) (˘▽˘>ԅ( ˘⌣˘)… Expand
  10. Hydrochlorics
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    One of the best remakes on the Nintendo Switch to date, period. The massive graphic overhaul makes this old masterpiece shine even brighter than in its glory days. General movement feels incredibly smooth, excellent world environments keeps combat refreshing, and the game mechanics couldn't have been implemented much better to keep the feel of the original while simultaneously making itOne of the best remakes on the Nintendo Switch to date, period. The massive graphic overhaul makes this old masterpiece shine even brighter than in its glory days. General movement feels incredibly smooth, excellent world environments keeps combat refreshing, and the game mechanics couldn't have been implemented much better to keep the feel of the original while simultaneously making it feel improved in almost every way. This classic is a must-have for any avid Metroid fan or even for those that never had the chance to play this incredible game.… Expand
  11. JereParker
    May 7, 2023
    0
    No es un tipo de juego que recomiende la verdad. Una perdida de tiempo, no porque sea de nintendo significa que tiene que ser bueno.
  12. BigBlast
    May 28, 2023
    0
    This is absolutely one of the worst games I have ever played.
    94 metacritic is insanely delusional.
  13. Iacomus
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    All the steam deck fan boys make me laugh how they’re reviewing this game with 0’s. They’re so mad how it runs literally 10x better than their emulated prime. I own a steamdeck, prime doesn’t run well at all on there. Tried every setting to try get max performance and it doesn’t even come close!! Be mad weirdos. Anyway… back to the review. 10/10 easily. Hope prime 2 comes next in thisAll the steam deck fan boys make me laugh how they’re reviewing this game with 0’s. They’re so mad how it runs literally 10x better than their emulated prime. I own a steamdeck, prime doesn’t run well at all on there. Tried every setting to try get max performance and it doesn’t even come close!! Be mad weirdos. Anyway… back to the review. 10/10 easily. Hope prime 2 comes next in this quality.… Expand
  14. Angelfuk83
    Apr 23, 2023
    5
    Un clásico algo desfasado para los estándares de hoy, siempre he creído que a este juego se le sobrevalora para lo que realmente ofrece, juegos algo similares como Doom o Dead Space me parecen mucho más interesantes o divertidos.
  15. iMarco11
    Aug 4, 2023
    7
    Gioco molto impegnativo e poco intuitivo. Gira molto bene su Switch. Ma essendo un videogioco dovrebbe far venire voglia di giocare e non di lanciarlo dalla finestra. Comunque una volta completato rimane una bella esperienza.
  16. kerr360
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    I had this game originally on the GameCube and never completed it and never really gave it a chance back in 2002. Well 2023 is here. I thought I'll give it to go for the second time knowing that my type of game taste as changed. Well I'm now kicking myself I never really gave it a chance I must say this has turned in to one of my favorite games I've ever played as a hardcore gamer withI had this game originally on the GameCube and never completed it and never really gave it a chance back in 2002. Well 2023 is here. I thought I'll give it to go for the second time knowing that my type of game taste as changed. Well I'm now kicking myself I never really gave it a chance I must say this has turned in to one of my favorite games I've ever played as a hardcore gamer with over a thousand PlayStation games and add also 200 switch games.

    I'm now going through the rest of the Metroid games. I love them all so far

    Metroid Prime remastered is an absolute masterpiece.    … Expand
  17. BugagaTV
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    The best metroidvania in 3d and first person

    It's funny that a game released 20 years ago plays nicer than most modern releases.
  18. Bdebox
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    Un gran juego, las mecánicas son increíbles, los tipos de controles que agregaron ayudan mucho para aquellos acostumbrados a los juegos shooter en primera persona de la actualidad. Una joya para nintendo switch.
  19. BumblerMumbler
    Feb 17, 2023
    9
    First time playing this game, and WOW it's fun! My only real criticism is how tedious the backtracking becomes in the late game compared to the 2D Metroid titles. Other than that, really liked this game.
  20. ocioaguilera5
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    Y acá en METACRITIC son muy lame rabos con SONY, ya sacaron a Metroid de la lista principal, no duró ni una semana, solo para meter cuatro títulos inferiores al Metroid, pero de PS5 porque supongo que habrá maletas o favores de por medio. Se les nota el sesgo contra Nintendo y el favoritismo con Sony.

    PD: No está mal que pongan en listas a Sony cuando se amerita pero es que Nintendo lo    Y acá en METACRITIC son muy lame rabos con SONY, ya sacaron a Metroid de la lista principal, no duró ni una semana, solo para meter cuatro títulos inferiores al Metroid, pero de PS5 porque supongo que habrá maletas o favores de por medio. Se les nota el sesgo contra Nintendo y el favoritismo con Sony.

    PD: No está mal que pongan en listas a Sony cuando se amerita pero es que Nintendo lo estaba haciendo muy bien con este Metroid, Vamos a ver cuánto dejan el Octopath 2    … Expand
  21. Mazokuto11
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    The best game I've played so far on the Switch. This looks more like a Remake than a remastered
  22. UmbraSage
    Feb 15, 2023
    10
    An absolute Masterpiece is back. This game was excelente at the time and still nowadays. It plays and looks even better (if it is possible).

    Being or not a Nintendo fan, do yourself a favor an play this unforgettable experience.

    In its Prime!
  23. kristianpro
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    El mejor jeugo del año 2023 para cualquier plataforma
    Es el juego numero 1 de accion
    Exprime el potencial grafico de la Switch!
    Goty
  24. Doc_goochi
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    Bought it with a quickness on release, and beat it last night. It’s just how I remember it from 2002 but with a fresh coat of paint. Amazing gameplay, sick sound track and everything. The doors even get stuck sometimes just like in the original lol. It is still an amazing game in 2023.

    I remember being scared to death of almost every zone when I was 12 yrs old. Now I enjoy tackling the    Bought it with a quickness on release, and beat it last night. It’s just how I remember it from 2002 but with a fresh coat of paint. Amazing gameplay, sick sound track and everything. The doors even get stuck sometimes just like in the original lol. It is still an amazing game in 2023.

    I remember being scared to death of almost every zone when I was 12 yrs old. Now I enjoy tackling the most hauntingly isolating areas and increasingly tough enemies! Glad I bought it and I hope the switch passes this amazing franchise on to the next generation!

    10/10    … Expand
  25. Mastronz
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    Il gioco è perfetto, è molto più di una semplice remastered, il gioco è rimasto perfettamente uguale al livello di gameplay ma ha subito un remake grafico che rende tutto molto più piacevole.
    Gioco consigliato
  26. Nin10dista
    Feb 18, 2023
    10
    I played this game on my Youtube channel, and I'm speechless to say how good it is...Everything about it is so PERFECT. Much improved textures, others redone from the beginning, new elements in the scenery, new details and functions in the menu... Perfect.
  27. Moschegames
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    One of the best gaming launched in 2022 and one of the best game ever made.
    Metroid Prime is a colossal adventure of Samus in space, a major and unbelievable exploration game in first person, is unique and iconic.
    Metroid Prime is a huge game, you play this game and instantly have fun and intro this atmosphere alien sci-fi, this is a masterpiece.
  28. goldenpp72
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    Despite being a 20 year old game, the mechanics are updated wonderfully for modern times and the visuals are among the best (if not the best) that the system has to offer. The same amazing soundtrack as always, and the same incredible world building and level exploration the original offered, along with frantic and fun combat that feels reminiscent of a 2D game despite being a FPS. ThisDespite being a 20 year old game, the mechanics are updated wonderfully for modern times and the visuals are among the best (if not the best) that the system has to offer. The same amazing soundtrack as always, and the same incredible world building and level exploration the original offered, along with frantic and fun combat that feels reminiscent of a 2D game despite being a FPS. This isn't to say that first timers won't run into various issues, being lost can be unrewarding and frustrating, but the reality is that in modern times it is easy to find solutions if you're no longer enjoying the experience. When you're on track, it's an incredible experience. While Metroid Prime 4 certainly could learn a lot from 20 years of other games in terms of first person movement and pacing when it comes to backtracking, it's still top in its class overall.… Expand
  29. FatHydra
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    The Original Metroid Prime is one of my favorite games of all time, and I’m still STUNNED that we got a remaster of this quality. After several underwhelming “HD” ports by Nintendo over the last couple years, I was expecting the rumored Prime Remaster to be a barely changed port of the original game. Instead we got a full remaster oozing with the passion of its developers. New models,The Original Metroid Prime is one of my favorite games of all time, and I’m still STUNNED that we got a remaster of this quality. After several underwhelming “HD” ports by Nintendo over the last couple years, I was expecting the rumored Prime Remaster to be a barely changed port of the original game. Instead we got a full remaster oozing with the passion of its developers. New models, lighting, etc really bring this game’s world to life in a way I never expected to see. It’s a game with a phenomenal atmosphere as you explore a hostile alien world and recover your powers while uncovering the mystery of what happened here. Heavily recommend playing this, the definitive way to play Metroid Prime.… Expand
  30. TheStellar
    Feb 18, 2023
    10
    El juego original era super, fue uno de los mejor juegos que pudo tener la GameCube y ahora con el remastered en Switch solo queda decir que el trabajo que realizo Retro Studios fue magnifico, el amor, la dedicación y el empeño que le pusieron al juego hace que este para mi sea perfecto, mas que el original de GsameCube. No hay palabras para describir la perfección de este videojuego.El juego original era super, fue uno de los mejor juegos que pudo tener la GameCube y ahora con el remastered en Switch solo queda decir que el trabajo que realizo Retro Studios fue magnifico, el amor, la dedicación y el empeño que le pusieron al juego hace que este para mi sea perfecto, mas que el original de GsameCube. No hay palabras para describir la perfección de este videojuego. simplemente 10 /10… Expand
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#2 Best Switch Game of 2023
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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 95 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 95 out of 95
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 95
  3. Negative: 0 out of 95
  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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