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  1. 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!
  2. 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
  3. Feb 16, 2023
    10
    I just finished the game yesterday, and all I can say is wow. It was my first time playing Metroid Prime and I really enjoyed it. The atmosphere was done so well. The combat is fun. The music is perfect. And the puzzles are great. I loved exploring Tallon IV so much that I'm going to replay this game a bunch of times to try and cut down my completion time. I strongly recommend MetroidI just finished the game yesterday, and all I can say is wow. It was my first time playing Metroid Prime and I really enjoyed it. The atmosphere was done so well. The combat is fun. The music is perfect. And the puzzles are great. I loved exploring Tallon IV so much that I'm going to replay this game a bunch of times to try and cut down my completion time. I strongly recommend Metroid Prime Remastered! Expand
  4. 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
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  5. 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
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. Feb 17, 2023
    10
    Simply stunning! From dual stick controls to the classic and wii pointer. The visuals are outstanding. I had this game at launch on the GameCube and on the the Wii, in the trilogy edition. This is truly the definitive version. The love crafted into this game shows and doesn't deter even against new shooters. There isn't another game like this and I look forward with anticipation for Prime 4.
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. Feb 18, 2023
    10
    I’m a huge metroid nerd and this remaster is truly a gift from gods. If you’re not familiar with the gamecube era of nintendo, you’re missing out on a lot of great games. Thankfully prime is here!
  13. Feb 18, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ce remaster montre que la Switch est capable de faire de 3D propre sans aliasing. Le jeu d'origine est tellement bon, qu'il est toujours agréable à faire 20 ans plus tard, le gameplay jouissif n'a pas pris une ride. Quelle magnifique expérience solo. Expand
  14. Feb 20, 2023
    10
    Ich liebte das Spiel auf dem GameCube bereits. Aber die neu aufgelegte remastered Version topt nochmal alles.
  15. Mar 5, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of all time gets a sudden drop, with a lot of work being done in graphics and control for it to be in parity with other modern games. The end result is an incredible experience that needs to be experienced on the Switch. 20 years on and still a classic.
  16. Feb 22, 2023
    10
    Nintendo just made a 9/10 game into a 10. The way the game handled on the GameCube is long gone and now plays like a modern FPS. The graphics have been updated and even though it doesn’t look like a game that would play on your your PS5, it’s one of the best looking games you’ll find on switch. The original story is still intact and now can be enjoyed portability on your Nintendo switch.
  17. Feb 23, 2023
    10
    cara que jogo lindo e muito bom, quem puder jogar, jogue pois nao vai arepender!!!!!
  18. Feb 23, 2023
    10
    W zeszłym tygodniu Nintendo tak po prostu wypuściło sobie remaster Metroid Prime. Wstałem rano, zobaczyłem tę informacje i wiedziałem, że długo to nie potrwa aż sam odpalę to cudo. Metacritic pokazuje 94 punktów na 100. I wiecie co? Tez tak uważam. Nie grałem w oryginalnego Metroida, ba Metroidy są mi raczej obce, ale Prime to pierwszy FPS, w który dobrze gra się na switchu. Damn, to sięW zeszłym tygodniu Nintendo tak po prostu wypuściło sobie remaster Metroid Prime. Wstałem rano, zobaczyłem tę informacje i wiedziałem, że długo to nie potrwa aż sam odpalę to cudo. Metacritic pokazuje 94 punktów na 100. I wiecie co? Tez tak uważam. Nie grałem w oryginalnego Metroida, ba Metroidy są mi raczej obce, ale Prime to pierwszy FPS, w który dobrze gra się na switchu. Damn, to się da zrobić! Trzeba tylko wiedzieć jak, a Nintendo wie jak nikt inny. Expand
  19. Feb 24, 2023
    10
    das metroid prime remaster setzt neue maßstäbe für remasters.
    die grafik ist gerade für die switch fantastisch & wurde liebevoll aufbereitet während die
    ursprüngliche atmosphäre respektiert & erhalten blieb was das gameplay betrifft hat sich nicht viel getan, was auch nicht nötig war. das retro dazu noch mehrere steuerungsmöglichkeiten eingebaut hat ist gern gesehen, andere entwickler
    das metroid prime remaster setzt neue maßstäbe für remasters.
    die grafik ist gerade für die switch fantastisch & wurde liebevoll aufbereitet während die
    ursprüngliche atmosphäre respektiert & erhalten blieb
    was das gameplay betrifft hat sich nicht viel getan, was auch nicht nötig war.
    das retro dazu noch mehrere steuerungsmöglichkeiten eingebaut hat ist
    gern gesehen, andere entwickler könnten sich da paar scheiben von abschneiden
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  20. Feb 24, 2023
    10
    Went completely blind into this, never touched a Metroid game before and man, this is the best game of its kind that I've ever played, tied with Halo 3. They nailed the eerie/creepy atmosphere and the panic/fear you feel if you haven't saved in a while, if you're in a tough boss fight, or in certain other events in the game. IMO this is a must-play game not just for Switch users, but forWent completely blind into this, never touched a Metroid game before and man, this is the best game of its kind that I've ever played, tied with Halo 3. They nailed the eerie/creepy atmosphere and the panic/fear you feel if you haven't saved in a while, if you're in a tough boss fight, or in certain other events in the game. IMO this is a must-play game not just for Switch users, but for everyone who's played a video game before. Expand
  21. Mar 12, 2023
    10
    The great thing about true video game showstoppers is that even if they have flaws, they're so amazing you really don't care enough to write about them. I'm so happy to be playing Metroid Prime again, and I'm thrilled to find that it stuns and amazes just as well as it did in 2002. Here's hoping it becomes the Metroid series' viral breakthrough.
  22. Jun 26, 2023
    10
    I never got to experience this gem on the GameCube. Playing it on the switch was so awesome. It might be the best looking game on the switch. The gameplay is incredible. The absolute best game you can get for $40.
  23. Mar 21, 2023
    10
    Timeless story that just never gets old, all the new Remastering technology looks beautiful and it just feels like reliving a really good movie in this case one of the best games that Nintendo has to offer, thank you Nintendo for this remaster
  24. May 13, 2023
    10
    This is the first time I’ve ever played this masterpiece, and YES!! I was right!! A great story, beautiful graphics, incredible pacing, the fact that you can play it in handheld mode, and overall, one of the BEST masterpieces that I’ve never gotten to play at the time, but now thankfully with the Nintendo Switch, it’s not an issue for me and everyone else that missed out on thisThis is the first time I’ve ever played this masterpiece, and YES!! I was right!! A great story, beautiful graphics, incredible pacing, the fact that you can play it in handheld mode, and overall, one of the BEST masterpieces that I’ve never gotten to play at the time, but now thankfully with the Nintendo Switch, it’s not an issue for me and everyone else that missed out on this masterpiece. I give it an full blown 10 out of 10. Expand
  25. Mar 23, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game, takes a while to figure out how to navigate between areas but it's really worth playing
  26. Mho
    Mar 28, 2023
    10
    A very great experience because it is one of the best game's in the nintendo game's especially on the game cube and it's one of metroid games so it must be super ultra good and make people crazy about it.
  27. Mar 30, 2023
    10
    Hicieron un bueno trabajo con este remaster. El visual es muy bueno y queremos que hagan eso con todos los otros Metroid primes tambien! 10/10!
  28. Apr 3, 2023
    10
    This game deserved the best treatment and Retro Studios delivered! The game remains perfectly faithful to the original while improving it in every way possible. Aesthetically, the game looks visually stellar and frame rate remains consistent and rock solid from beginning to end. The introduction of new modern FPS controls was something I've wanted for a long time and the new bonusThis game deserved the best treatment and Retro Studios delivered! The game remains perfectly faithful to the original while improving it in every way possible. Aesthetically, the game looks visually stellar and frame rate remains consistent and rock solid from beginning to end. The introduction of new modern FPS controls was something I've wanted for a long time and the new bonus content/artwork seamlessly woven into the existing extra content is a bonus.

    Remasters don't get much better than this. If you're a Metroid Prime fan from the Gamecube era, this will not disappoint one bit. If you've never delved into Metroid as a franchise, this isn't a bad place to start either.
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  29. Apr 7, 2023
    10
    I didn't expect to be remastered so well that it looks like a remake in graphics but the story is the same so it is remastered and has the same essence as the original
  30. Apr 28, 2023
    10
    Growing up on the GCN, I was worried for this Remaster. Metroid Prime Remaster is breathtaking, start to finish. This blurs the line of Remaster vs Remake, and for a $39.99 price tag, it’s a steal. Great job Nintendo.
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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. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.