Metroid Prime Remastered

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1066 Ratings

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  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
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  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
  31. miZu_gamebigboy
    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
  32. Plunger91
    Mar 18, 2023
    1
    didnt play it‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎
  33. Richstar8992
    Apr 2, 2023
    0
    Nothing special, graphics are subpar, a waste of money and time. It's the same games with some polish nothing new.
  34. Audiostoned
    Jun 27, 2023
    1
    Wow, Nintendo D-riders have gone too far calling these graphics “superb”. This game is a frustrating mess from the get go, with enemy AI that move like those from the original crash bandicoot to leaf textures that look straight out of “jet force gemini” this game is pitiful. Ever play Titanfall 2, Bioshock, Doom Eternal, Halo even? All much better games than this rewrapped piece of garboWow, Nintendo D-riders have gone too far calling these graphics “superb”. This game is a frustrating mess from the get go, with enemy AI that move like those from the original crash bandicoot to leaf textures that look straight out of “jet force gemini” this game is pitiful. Ever play Titanfall 2, Bioshock, Doom Eternal, Halo even? All much better games than this rewrapped piece of garbo that Nintendo has the nerve to release as a single game for $40. I paid $20 for the Doom 1-4 collection, a way better investment and remaster (Or the $10 I paid for the Bioshock Trilogy.) This game specializes in respawning enemies I’ve already killed 5 times and backtracking which is a horrible combination. Probably beloved by the same audience that thought “The Mario Movie” was a great film. (Yes they are out there.) Nintendo is the new Apple of unquestioned fandom.… Expand
  35. PAGM-13
    May 8, 2023
    0
    It has all the quality that I remember from the original, but with many improvements that bring it up to date.
  36. barril76
    May 8, 2023
    4
    Sincerly I appreciate more the original. There some things t
    Like the difficulty or the bosses know that 90's era were better. Still a decent Remaster, there some things they can improve even better, to make I whole remake and of course the price is pretty high.
  37. Fermito
    May 8, 2023
    10
    Imprescindible para los amantes de los videojuegos. Temática fantástica, exploración, disparos, lo tiene todo!
  38. Fede75
    Jun 6, 2023
    7
    Gran gioco, ma eccessivamente lodato se confrontato a Metroid dread che obbiettivamente mi ha coinvolto e divertito di più, nonostante i 2D.
  39. maliou
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    I haven't played the original, but this game doesn't feel dated at all after all these years! The only downside is that there is a long jump in it, and it would be sad to fall off accidentally. 9 points.
  40. mtaf_james
    Jun 24, 2023
    0
    The perfect game, loads of mechanics and incredible creativity Definitely the game of the year
  41. Blackhawk27
    Jun 24, 2023
    5
    Truly amazing game, well balanced and still one of the greatest games ever.
  42. Thorhof
    Jul 2, 2023
    9
    A great Remastered that was done by people who clearly understood what made the original great and why it's loved by fans.
  43. gamingwombat
    Jun 26, 2023
    4
    Metroid Prime Remastered? How about Metroid Prime Disappointment! This so-called 'remaster' is nothing but a lazy cash grab, offering minimal improvements while charging full price. The visuals are outdated, the controls are clunky, and the whole experience feels like a relic from a bygone era. Save your money and play the original instead!
  44. kimre69
    Aug 26, 2023
    5
    This game is average at most, like 5 or 6. I love good Metroids, but this is not a one.
    When comparing to Metroid Dread (Its metascore is lower), Metroid Prime is outclassed.
    Just completed the game, so where to get started with negatives: 1. Bug - There is no way to turn subtitles ON, and there are only 2 cutscenes as I remember. 2. The game is so much backtracking, you will    This game is average at most, like 5 or 6. I love good Metroids, but this is not a one.
    When comparing to Metroid Dread (Its metascore is lower), Metroid Prime is outclassed.

    Just completed the game, so where to get started with negatives:
    1. Bug - There is no way to turn subtitles ON, and there are only 2 cutscenes as I remember.
    2. The game is so much backtracking, you will backtrack from 50%-75% of your time, just speed running to see where you need to go.
    3. No quality of life at all, you should remember a dozen of things, and you still won't know where to use your new upgrade. No, fast travel. Map markers etc.
    4. Platform puzzles are so annoying and at the end of the game, everywhere are monsters that can push you off platforms, and they respawn faster than you kill them.
    5. Bosses are ykhmmm OK.

    Good:
    1. Map preview is great, one of the best to use(but no markers).
    2. Graphics are good, frame rate is solid.
    3. Music is also very good.
    4. Overall level design is good.    … Expand
  45. Hellfire74
    Aug 26, 2023
    7
    Game is amazing, but the price point for this title is way too much and not worth 50$.
    Still worth playing.
  46. Pont43ri
    Sep 3, 2023
    1
    Remake. Nintendo again 0 innovation and with a console completely out of date.
  47. Loucetios
    Mar 21, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game, first time playing it. Brings all the good stuff from 2002 into the modern era. OST is fantastic and the gameplay is simple. The world is fun to explore and while there is some backtracking it's like unwrapping a present.
  48. Kenmei
    Feb 20, 2023
    10
    There's a reason why this game was so popular upon release back in the Gamecube days. There's not a ton of things that were changed here, which speaks to how well the first go around went for it. There's a very nice graphics improvement and they added the dual stick control system, common in pretty much all modern FPS games. It brought back a ton of memories from when I first playedThere's a reason why this game was so popular upon release back in the Gamecube days. There's not a ton of things that were changed here, which speaks to how well the first go around went for it. There's a very nice graphics improvement and they added the dual stick control system, common in pretty much all modern FPS games. It brought back a ton of memories from when I first played through it back in the day. I hope that they eventually add Prime 2 and 3, even if porting 3 over would be a major doing. I can't recommend this enough for anyone even remotely interested in one of Samus' best go around ever.… Expand
  49. MikComposer
    Apr 26, 2023
    9
    I've played original in 2007 or 08 and I really loved it. Haven't played it since then until now. The design holds up very well, the atmosphere is great, and the new visuals are very nice. Game feels like a grand adventure, in that much preferred dense way over copy/paste and padded open world games. However I have several small issues with it: 1. I had no idea I would miss projectilesI've played original in 2007 or 08 and I really loved it. Haven't played it since then until now. The design holds up very well, the atmosphere is great, and the new visuals are very nice. Game feels like a grand adventure, in that much preferred dense way over copy/paste and padded open world games. However I have several small issues with it: 1. I had no idea I would miss projectiles illuminating the surrounding, but I do, and I've realise that it was big part of what made the original even more immersing, 2. I think there could be an option to toggle "looking slightly down" when jumping for dual stick controls, 3. Music could have been updated with richer sounding synths, and for those who'd prefere original music, there could be an option to toggle, 4. I still get lost every now and then even with hint, 5. I always liked the map, but It could have been tweaked to include more shades to easier differentiate between rooms, 6. it's a neat picking but original doors looked better. 7. 3 shots before being able to charge is an odd design choice.

    All in all, this game is a must play for everyone who likes to figure things out.
    And I can't wait for Prime4. It's been so so long since the announcement!    … Expand
  50. Carlitoxic
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Un juego increíble que de bueno que es, no se siente que haya envejecido nada, aunque venga de gamecube. La edición de switch es increíble, una remasterización que es una clase de como remasterizar un juego.
  51. rafaaguilera
    Apr 13, 2023
    8
    Up to this day, there's not a ''metroidvania'' game quite as ambitious as Metroid Prime in 3D. Also, the new coat of painting on the graphics (although it can get strangely too dark sometimes), makes this, the definitive way to play Metroid Prime. However, even having a good time revisiting it, i wished that some modern videogames quality of life mechanics, like fast travels, wereUp to this day, there's not a ''metroidvania'' game quite as ambitious as Metroid Prime in 3D. Also, the new coat of painting on the graphics (although it can get strangely too dark sometimes), makes this, the definitive way to play Metroid Prime. However, even having a good time revisiting it, i wished that some modern videogames quality of life mechanics, like fast travels, were incorporated as well, to speed up the game flow. Can be very annoying to move from room to room, and have to deal with some boring enemies like the Chozo Ghosts, that keeps respawning all the time. Also, there's no way to add marks on the map, to help us remember to look for items that at first we couldn't picked up. Such simple additions, but would make the gameplay so much better. Great game anyways.… Expand
  52. patrickres9
    Mar 20, 2023
    10
    Hard to believe they did so much to what is already a masterpiece on what amounted to a shadow drop. The modern controls and visuals are a thing of beauty. Once-in-a-generation game.
  53. surnova
    Mar 3, 2023
    10
    Incredible remaster.
    One of the best game ever made, just as we remember about it, but in 2023.
    I'm still crying at the music menu.
    Nintendo and Retrostudio haven't just nailed it. They made a potential contender for the 2023 GOTY with a 2002 game.
    Well played !
  54. Krzyhu666
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    This game is ideal. Graphics 10/10, music 10/10, gameplay 10/10. More remasters like this for Switch please Nintendo.
  55. MagMachina
    May 26, 2023
    10
    Metroid Prime is still sooo amazing. A fast travel option or linked transporters would have been an improvement, but this game is still near perfect.
  56. draxlink
    May 8, 2023
    10
    One of the best remasters ever made!! Metroid Prime is an excellent opportunity to play again this title.
  57. TheHambro
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    I haven’t touched Metroid Prime since it first launched on the GameCube. It left a long, lasting impression on me even to this day. I’m still completely enamored with it, and it holds a very special place in my heart. Metroid Prime Remastered was somehow able to rekindle those exact same feelings. It was like playing it for the first time all over again. This isn’t just an upgrade toI haven’t touched Metroid Prime since it first launched on the GameCube. It left a long, lasting impression on me even to this day. I’m still completely enamored with it, and it holds a very special place in my heart. Metroid Prime Remastered was somehow able to rekindle those exact same feelings. It was like playing it for the first time all over again. This isn’t just an upgrade to HD textures, the entire look of the game is changed; and it is absolutely incredible. I sincerely hope the same treatment is given to Echoes and Corruption. Don’t sleep on this and get it!… Expand
  58. Zenek73
    Apr 12, 2023
    8
    So far so good - but I noticed 2 annoying things:
    1) projectile doest cast light - as I could read it was in original game - it would be very helpful in dark parts of game - its the biggest issue in this remaster
    2) sorry - Ive never played Metroid games - but music is just terrible. Fortunately there is a slider to change volume - "feature" not very often avaiable in Nintendo games.    So far so good - but I noticed 2 annoying things:
    1) projectile doest cast light - as I could read it was in original game - it would be very helpful in dark parts of game - its the biggest issue in this remaster
    2) sorry - Ive never played Metroid games - but music is just terrible. Fortunately there is a slider to change volume - "feature" not very often avaiable in Nintendo games. Without it I would probably stopped playing it...    … Expand
  59. RyanRetroGamer7
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    I am just lost for words honestly. I never thought I would see the day that this game would receive a remaster, but this is basically a remake using the original map! The game not only holds up to this day, but it can still stand above the games of today! This is by far my favorite game of all time, and I am so happy to be able to play it like this! This is how you make a remaster!
  60. Protomario
    May 12, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metroid Prime, originally released for the Nintendo GameCube and later enhanced for the Wii, is a groundbreaking title that redefines the first-person adventure genre. Developed by Retro Studios, this critically acclaimed installment revitalized the Metroid franchise, offering players a fresh perspective and an unforgettable journey through the mysterious world of Samus Aran. Join me as I delve into the immersive experience of Metroid Prime and discover why it remains a timeless classic.

    Graphics and Atmosphere:
    Metroid Prime boasts impressive visuals that push the limits of the GameCube hardware. The game presents a seamless blend of detailed environments, atmospheric lighting, and hauntingly beautiful art design. From the ancient ruins of Chozo architecture to the eerie depths of alien landscapes, each location exudes a sense of isolation and foreboding. The attention to detail is exceptional, creating an immersive atmosphere that draws players into the hauntingly atmospheric world of Metroid Prime.

    Gameplay and Exploration:
    Metroid Prime successfully transitions the Metroid series into a first-person perspective while retaining its core exploration-focused gameplay. As Samus Aran, players navigate through labyrinthine environments, uncovering hidden passages, acquiring new abilities, and battling menacing creatures. The controls are smooth and intuitive, allowing for precise aiming and seamless platforming. The game cleverly incorporates scanning technology, encouraging players to investigate their surroundings and discover the rich lore of the Metroid universe.

    Sound Design and Music:
    The audio design in Metroid Prime is a testament to its atmospheric brilliance. The ambient sounds, haunting melodies, and atmospheric cues enhance the sense of immersion, immersing players in the desolate and mysterious world. The soundtrack is masterfully composed, seamlessly blending atmospheric tones with adrenaline-pumping tracks during intense encounters. The iconic Metroid themes make appearances, adding a nostalgic touch for long-time fans of the series.

    Story and Lore:
    Metroid Prime weaves a captivating narrative that adds depth to the Metroid universe. The game explores the enigmatic origins of the Space Pirates and delves into Samus Aran's personal history, providing players with a deeper understanding of her motivations. The environmental storytelling, supplemented by log entries and scanned artifacts, unveils a rich lore that immerses players in the Metroid mythos. The narrative progression is engaging and keeps players invested in uncovering the secrets of the world.

    Legacy and Impact:
    Metroid Prime's impact on the gaming industry cannot be overstated. Its seamless integration of exploration, puzzle-solving, and first-person shooting mechanics set a new standard for the genre. The game's success led to a highly regarded trilogy, with Metroid Prime becoming one of the most beloved and influential franchises in gaming history. Its innovative gameplay, atmospheric presentation, and engaging narrative continue to inspire game developers and captivate players to this day.

    Conclusion:
    Metroid Prime is a masterpiece that combines stellar graphics, immersive gameplay, atmospheric audio design, and a captivating narrative. Its fusion of exploration, puzzle-solving, and intense combat sets it apart as a timeless classic. Whether played on the GameCube or the enhanced Wii version, Metroid Prime remains an essential experience for fans of the franchise and a benchmark for the first-person adventure genre.

    Score: 9.8/10    … Expand
  61. temiklis
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Great game, perfect gameplay, if you don't know where you need to go, game give you some advice, after some time. Highly recommend.
  62. giannis2001
    Feb 27, 2023
    10
    This is my first time playing Metroid Prime and I always wanted a remake on Switch so I could play it. And I loved this game a lot. You really lose yourself in this world.

    The visuals are greatly improved and are stunning. One of the best looking games on Switch. The controls are also very smooth.

    Retro Studios did a perfect job, I can't wait for Metroid Prime 4.
  63. Zerockman
    Mar 17, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metroid Prime Remastered is perhaps my least favourite game out of the trilogy, and I realized that while playing the remaster. It's still a fantastic game imo, but it's just not as enjoyable to me as the other two. Here are a few reasons why:

    The early game of Metroid Prime is fantastic. Up until you find the wave beam I think the game is a blast. Starting there however, it strats to dip in quality a little bit. Changing between beams is not intuitive at all. You have to hold the X button and then use the directional buttons. Not only is that bad, but it also takes a little bit too long to switch beams, I wish it were more snappy. But right afterwards comes the, imo, worst section of the game - the Phendrana Labs. I really don't like this section, both because it's extremely repetitive, with several identical rooms, but also because it's the first and mostly only location in the game that forces you to use the thermal visor for long periods of time. The thermal visor makes me feel sick tbh. I just don't iike to use it. Every time I taverse this section I just want it to end as soon as possible.

    Another thing I dislike about this game are the endgame multi-coloured enemies. Starting with the Phazon Mines, you will find troopers and later Metroids that are only vulnerable to a certain beam. This annoys me because, like I mentioned earlier, it's a slog to change beams, but also because some beams are worse than others. Once you get the plasma beam, the final beam in the game, you won't want to use any other beams, because it's the best one. By that point in the game, the power beam especially is really obsolete, and you will feel very powerless when facing these enemies with the power beam. The ice beam is strong, but it's the slowest one in the game and it's also not the best solution, and the wave beam is also lackluster at that point.

    This problem segways into another problem I have with the Metroid series as a whole, with Metroid Prime probably being the game where that is most noticeable - there is no need to fight.
    Enemies don't give you anything other than health drops or missile drops. But you only need health and missiles to fight, so why fight in the first place? If it's fun then it's ok, but when it's not fun it becomes a slog. If there was an experience system or equipment system similar to Castlevania or other metroidvanias, I would find an excuse for combat, but as it is there is none, so I find myself fleeing from most encounters towards the end of the game.

    The final problem I have with the game is that some boss battles are just poorly designed. The hive totem is boring, the Omega Pirate is really annoying if you don't know what you're doing. It regenerates health, blocks your projectiles and turns invisible. On top of that, it spawns those pesky multi-coloured troopers, that I find myself just ignoring during this fight. Ridley is also not the best since he spends way too much time in the air, I feel like I'm facing Rathalos in the first two gens of MH. And the Metroid Prime is similar to the Omega Pirate.

    At the end of the day, even though I complained heavily about this game, I still think it's great. I'm giving it an 8 because most of my complaints are just nitpicks, but the game definitely has some issues that prevent it from becoming a masterpiece.

    Although the game has updated controls and this is for sure the best way to play Metroid Prime, I feel like the game is not perfect, but still really good    … Expand
  64. Evenstar1985
    Mar 27, 2023
    10
    This game is a perfect example mixing remake/remastered. What's the remake you may ask? First of all, remasters are usually just texture upscale in graphics to be released on newer consoles, the graphics on Prime are not just texture upscale, they were remade from scratch to replace the outdated GameCube texture and make the game look dated (by modern standards), and they nailed it,This game is a perfect example mixing remake/remastered. What's the remake you may ask? First of all, remasters are usually just texture upscale in graphics to be released on newer consoles, the graphics on Prime are not just texture upscale, they were remade from scratch to replace the outdated GameCube texture and make the game look dated (by modern standards), and they nailed it, everything else apart from few adjustments made to the controls stayed the same, and my god what a great way to replay this game. Kudos to Nintendo on the shadow drop and released the game for $40 instead of $60 like they did with Skyward Sword HD which was just texture upscale.… Expand
  65. sariustorys
    Aug 20, 2023
    0
    Hopeless very annoying game. In terms of levels, this would be enough for only 5 hours, but the game forces you to return to the same places many times. It's easy to get lost. The game has annoying opponents and is tiring. I play not to be nervous, but to relax. The game is hopeless and frustrating 0/10. I don't really understand why reviewers are so inflating nintendo games. Apart fromHopeless very annoying game. In terms of levels, this would be enough for only 5 hours, but the game forces you to return to the same places many times. It's easy to get lost. The game has annoying opponents and is tiring. I play not to be nervous, but to relax. The game is hopeless and frustrating 0/10. I don't really understand why reviewers are so inflating nintendo games. Apart from zelds, everything else is mediocre… Expand
  66. fanmadeendings
    Jul 25, 2023
    9
    It's really good fun, I just think that I personally prefer 2D Metroidvanias.
  67. CKaedhan
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    The same masterpiece as before but even better looking.
    Also the loading time are barely noticeable.

    A lot of love has gone into this remaster.
    It's also ridiculously cheap for the value you'll get out of this game.
  68. PersonaTime
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece of an already masterpiece game. They made so that you can play the game with many different styles. If you miss the Wii Pointer style, you have it. If you miss the GameCube style, you have it. And you can even customize a few options of buttons mapping too. It's a master class. And this can only get better for a Remaster of Metroid 2, and 3 as we all wait for 4. Great time toA masterpiece of an already masterpiece game. They made so that you can play the game with many different styles. If you miss the Wii Pointer style, you have it. If you miss the GameCube style, you have it. And you can even customize a few options of buttons mapping too. It's a master class. And this can only get better for a Remaster of Metroid 2, and 3 as we all wait for 4. Great time to be a Metroid Fan.… Expand
  69. ALonelyOrphan
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    A remaster done right given the limitations of the switch. A far more noticeable upgrade compared to other switch remasters (Mario All Stars) (Kirby Dreamland) (Skyward Sword) Ect. Unless you include Links Awakening, this is easily the best remaster Nintendo has produced for the Nintendo Switch library!
  70. o15ika
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    It’s a bit difficult to get use to the new controls if you only played it on the GCN, but there are other control options. Nice upgrade of graphics and keeping the essence and gameplay. This is what remakes should do instead of changing everything just for the sake of it or to show off.
  71. Yazanyousef
    Jun 29, 2023
    10
    It's a fantastic game with a fare price
    I beat it in game cube in 2004 and now I can't wait to play it again ❤️❤️❤️
  72. srinu634
    Apr 14, 2023
    9
    Fantastic game. Didn't play the original. smooth gameplay, great music, amazingly interactive game that draws you into the game's environment. Definitely a fantastic game and close to a masterpiece but overall 9/10 .no nostalgia effect.
  73. Xoanfis
    Apr 16, 2023
    8
    Buena remasterización de un juego que fue maravilloso...hace más de 20 años! En la actualidad se juega bastante bien para el tiempo que tiene pero se nota algo anticuado y no puede destacar como otros juegos con desarrolllos más sofisticados y novedosos. No merece las notas tan altas que está recibiendo de la "prensa especializada" (?)
  74. hector_bcn98
    Apr 25, 2023
    8
    Perfecto paso del 2D al 3D. La remasterización se ve genial, uno de los mejores juegos técnicamente de Switch, sin ninguna duda.

    Lo que a mí no me ha gustado es la pérdida constante de la ubicación, que el juego no te guíe ni mínimamente y sea tan recurente el estar recorriendo los mismos escenarios una y otra vez en búsqueda de "algo". Es una característica propia de los metroidvanias,    Perfecto paso del 2D al 3D. La remasterización se ve genial, uno de los mejores juegos técnicamente de Switch, sin ninguna duda.

    Lo que a mí no me ha gustado es la pérdida constante de la ubicación, que el juego no te guíe ni mínimamente y sea tan recurente el estar recorriendo los mismos escenarios una y otra vez en búsqueda de "algo". Es una característica propia de los metroidvanias, lo se, pero es que en 2D no me importa y se hace ligero. Al ser esta vez en primera persona, es mucho más frustrante y molesto por culpa del movimiento constante de la cámara y no poder ver el suelo, dificultando la exactitud del plataformeo y algunos saltos. La distribución de los botones tampoco me parece óptima, incluso después de 10 horas seguía equivocándome activando el analizador o la visión infrarrojos en vez de los diferentes rayos.

    Tenía las expectativas por las nubes después de tantísimos años queriendo jugar esta parte de la saga. Es por eso que pese a ser un muy buen juego, me siento ligeramente decepcionado. Repito, la culpa es mía, la primera persona y yo no somos muy amigos... Salvo por Doom y Borderlands.    … Expand
  75. torjo
    Aug 2, 2023
    10
    I have not played the original, but I know very well the franchise.
    The way they converted a traditional 2D game in 3D, preserving all the elements of metroid, is just perfect. When exploring, it combines the features of platforms and metroidvania, while leaving the shooter part for the fights against the bosses.
    As a negative point, I have found it a bit easy in "normal" mode, which is    I have not played the original, but I know very well the franchise.
    The way they converted a traditional 2D game in 3D, preserving all the elements of metroid, is just perfect. When exploring, it combines the features of platforms and metroidvania, while leaving the shooter part for the fights against the bosses.
    As a negative point, I have found it a bit easy in "normal" mode, which is the hardest option you have in your first play. I appreciated some help from the game, suggesting you the correct path (but without solving any puzzle), but it was quite tedious to obtain the 12 pieces, revisiting again all the places.    … Expand
  76. Billy368
    Mar 14, 2023
    10
    A Game Cube remastered game is the best game on Switch. Well, tied with BOTW. Why is this game great?
    1. The best graphics on the Switch
    2. The best controls on Switch 3. Minimal annoying dialogue to read 4. The price is amazing!!! My only issue - I wanted a physical copy - but Nintendo only made a few physical copies in North America. The best Switch game and no physical copies -    A Game Cube remastered game is the best game on Switch. Well, tied with BOTW. Why is this game great?
    1. The best graphics on the Switch
    2. The best controls on Switch
    3. Minimal annoying dialogue to read
    4. The price is amazing!!!

    My only issue - I wanted a physical copy - but Nintendo only made a few physical copies in North America. The best Switch game and no physical copies - typical Nintendo.    … Expand
  77. SgtSocks
    May 11, 2023
    9
    One of the greatest FPS of all time, Now portable, and with better graphics, what more could you ask?
  78. RiffMachine
    Feb 20, 2023
    10
    Everything about this game is flawless with one glaring exception. Why the developers felt the need to make all the weapons fire multi-shots BEFORE charging is puzzling. This should have been an accessibility option as opposed to the default firing method. This wasn't the case in the original version of the game, and I hope a patch is released to fix this soon.

    Other than that, this    Everything about this game is flawless with one glaring exception. Why the developers felt the need to make all the weapons fire multi-shots BEFORE charging is puzzling. This should have been an accessibility option as opposed to the default firing method. This wasn't the case in the original version of the game, and I hope a patch is released to fix this soon.

    Other than that, this game remains perfect and the graphical upgrade is a welcome change. A brightness option would be nice but I'm honestly fine either way. The biggest surprise is that Nintendo isn't charging full price for it.    … Expand
  79. cfc1998
    Mar 4, 2023
    9
    Excellent remaster, im convinced Retro Studios has the bes in house game engine of all Nintendo Studios. The visuals are spectacular for a Switch game and runs like a dream, and for a very affordable price. Good job
  80. fnosk
    Mar 21, 2023
    8
    Despite a huge nostalgia bias this is still a fantastic game. Some tedious bits and cheap bosses, but the atmosphere and exploration outweighs those cons by far.
  81. calvinbrine
    Mar 19, 2023
    10
    Before, this was already one of my favorite games ever, but between the new controls and the graphical overhaul that looks so good that it makes the original look BAD somehow(which I don't understand, because the original metroid prime looks great, but somehow they made it look bad in comparison.)

    Everything other than that is just more of the same old glorious Metroid Prime, which is a    Before, this was already one of my favorite games ever, but between the new controls and the graphical overhaul that looks so good that it makes the original look BAD somehow(which I don't understand, because the original metroid prime looks great, but somehow they made it look bad in comparison.)

    Everything other than that is just more of the same old glorious Metroid Prime, which is a really **** great game. Hell yeah. HELL YEAH!    … Expand
  82. DickSweeting
    Mar 26, 2023
    10
    Few words can truly discribe the majesty of the original release of Metroid Prime on the Gamecube! It was not only a game that showed off the potential of the little purple cube but also expanded what a player could expect from the genre and the new found Retro Studios. It still is to this day a shining achievment in atmosphere, gameplay, graphics and sound design.
    And yet some how Retro    Few words can truly discribe the majesty of the original release of Metroid Prime on the Gamecube! It was not only a game that showed off the potential of the little purple cube but also expanded what a player could expect from the genre and the new found Retro Studios. It still is to this day a shining achievment in atmosphere, gameplay, graphics and sound design.
    And yet some how Retro Studios saw to breaking the usual mold of a traditional visually enhanced re release to instead rebuild the games visuals completely in a new engine.
    All other aspects are largely the same and still deserve top scores as they have aged incredibly well but the visuals and new control options have guarenteed this game it everlasting place as one of the greatest games of all time. Now accessable to more gamers than ever before. Visually there are few games on the switch and even from the other more powerful competition that exhibit such intricate attention to details. Some details being a testament to the original development and some all new details of exquisite nature. New or old everything has been re lit, re textured or remodeled.
    When you first land on Talon 4's surface you are imidiatly great but the thick humid atmoshere redesigned to be even more dense than ever. You will experience rain flowing off your suit contextually. Whether aiming up, down or level. There is an animation for it all.
    We are far from where there details end. Your visor which helps to immerse you into the role of Samus Aran will have a number of animations occur to give further depth to her visor. Such as steam from volcanic areas, moisture from waterfalls, gore from exterminated creatures, liquid run off from emerging from a body of water and even her face reflected in the face of explosions. It is truely a marvel taking on this role as it isnt a traditional action oriented ordeal. Quite litteraly it is a Metroidvania in First Person making it one of the most unique games in the genre and in gaming history. You will take on enemies as you venture deep into Talon 4's belly uncovering her many secrets in an effort to understand the state of the planet, its inhabitants and what part you have been chosen to play.
    This is a one of a kind game that has been made even more perfect than its original release because of incredible control options and visual changes that rival even the current gen of consoles. It should not be missed by anyone looking to show off what the switch can do, any FPS fan or any Metroidvania fan but Im sure there are others out there that would be taken by the experience for different reasons.
    Last point before I go. Huge fan of water physics and the first game was lovely and known for the ripples. Sadly Trilogy took it out. They are back and better than ever. Find a small body of water(certain bodies of water show this better than others) and use your charge shot or charged ice shot and shoot near an edge. You will notice that the ripples dont just go outward from the blast point but that the bounce off walls. I had never seen anything quite like it. Truly this game just kept blowing me away! Buy it!    … Expand
  83. Bent3ndo
    Feb 19, 2023
    10
    Metroid Prime was not only a must play GameCube title, but is easily up there as one of the must play games in the history of the medium. And while other remasters have been mere upscales and a few control tweaks, Retro and Iron Galaxy have given us a perfect example of how to do a remaster (remember, not a remake). Remodelling every polygonal 3D shape, redrawing every texture, providingMetroid Prime was not only a must play GameCube title, but is easily up there as one of the must play games in the history of the medium. And while other remasters have been mere upscales and a few control tweaks, Retro and Iron Galaxy have given us a perfect example of how to do a remaster (remember, not a remake). Remodelling every polygonal 3D shape, redrawing every texture, providing multiple eras of control schemes, and making the audio and ambiance clearer than ever. Other than making a game from scratch, this is the next best thing, and is obvious why websites have been giving this glowing reviews as the new benchmark in remasters. Anyone saying otherwise has missed the point of this release. Here’s hoping the remaining two segments of this trilogy are provided the same quality of polish on Switch.… Expand
  84. nep321
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    One of the best games ever is now better than ever on the Switch in 2023. It is more than just a remaster, but almost a remake. It could easily pass for an original developed Switch game with legit Switch graphics. The dual analog controls make a huge difference in gameplay. The soundtrack is almost completely intact from the original, which is fine and good. The game just has some of theOne of the best games ever is now better than ever on the Switch in 2023. It is more than just a remaster, but almost a remake. It could easily pass for an original developed Switch game with legit Switch graphics. The dual analog controls make a huge difference in gameplay. The soundtrack is almost completely intact from the original, which is fine and good. The game just has some of the best atmosphere of any game ever made. As others have mentioned, the backtracking can be annoying at times, and probably adds a few hours to the whole game, but it can be enjoyable anyway because you get to use your new abilities to traverse those areas again. Figuring out how to transport between each area can be tricky. It would have been nice if Samus can warp to her ship or something, at a minimum.

    The only reason I won't give this game a 10 is because some aspects of it have not aged well. Although the graphics are decent for today's standards, you can still tell that the general design of objects and environments are outdated. The environments are compact for today's standards and the game progresses quite fast. Special items are just waiting in a room to be found, which is kind of funny. The game relies on save points for saving the game and there are only 14 of them in the entire game.    … Expand
  85. PMG-Writer
    Mar 20, 2023
    9
    Nintendo released a real remake for the Switch with Metroid Prime Remastered. The storyline is still convincing nowadays and the action and puzzles are still appealing. The developers of the game have really turned the screw and the game plays and feels better and more pleasant than before. If you want to play a landmark game on your Switch, you can't go past Metroid Prime Remastered, andNintendo released a real remake for the Switch with Metroid Prime Remastered. The storyline is still convincing nowadays and the action and puzzles are still appealing. The developers of the game have really turned the screw and the game plays and feels better and more pleasant than before. If you want to play a landmark game on your Switch, you can't go past Metroid Prime Remastered, and fans should check out the title even more.… Expand
  86. Warrior_Crixus
    Mar 11, 2023
    9
    It's absolutely amazing how thorough they were with the attention to detail and making the game look as gorgeous as possible for the Switch! In terms of the game formula itself: Little to nothing was changed, which for the most part is fine however, they could have easily added modern day functions such as auto-saving, fast travel and manual saving. The amount of needless backtracking inIt's absolutely amazing how thorough they were with the attention to detail and making the game look as gorgeous as possible for the Switch! In terms of the game formula itself: Little to nothing was changed, which for the most part is fine however, they could have easily added modern day functions such as auto-saving, fast travel and manual saving. The amount of needless backtracking in this game hurts me. Thankfully they made the environments look so good and new enemies pop up in older locations to make things a bit more interesting.… Expand
  87. Tikur
    Mar 9, 2023
    10
    This game is still a masterpiece and shines now in an astonishing, gorgeous glory. It creates a feeling of next level gaming on a long outdated console. The environments looking more organic and alive than ever before. Especially Magmoor Caverns and the Tallon Overworld take the most profit from the new textures and the details, they where added. The raindrops are falling back when youThis game is still a masterpiece and shines now in an astonishing, gorgeous glory. It creates a feeling of next level gaming on a long outdated console. The environments looking more organic and alive than ever before. Especially Magmoor Caverns and the Tallon Overworld take the most profit from the new textures and the details, they where added. The raindrops are falling back when you hold your weapon up and they are falling in front, when you hold your weapon down. The lava is pulsing and when you are come close to it, you can now see a strong heat haze, which was not be in the original. So you can now visually feel the heat in this region,

    Sound is great as it was on original release and manages to create a deep, immersive experience, which fits the environment perfectly.

    The different control options are awesome and the new "modern" twin-stick FPS-Controls works great, however there is one little complain I have. The switch between the beams is a bit annoying and has not the same flow like the original classic control scheme.

    in my opinion the classic control is the perfect way to play it even today, because this game was originally designed with this control scheme in mind. Sure it is different from modern standards, but you can get used to it quickly and this is exactly the reason, the tutorial level at the beginning was designed for.

    However, one advantage of the modern control is, that you have a quicker movement, which makes the situations where you have to backtrack not feeling that much of an issue, than it was before.

    The level design is simply perfect and even the points where you have to backtrack are filled with power ups as a reward, so it never gets annoying.

    In my eyes this game can positively stand out even today, because of its originality. There is no other game like it, even the two sequels are way different compared to Metroid Prime.

    Last but not least is Metroid Prime Remastered a Remaster of an all-time classic as it should be. A Remaster like this should be the standard and not the exception.

    For these reasons it still get a 10 out 10 from my perspective.    … Expand
  88. Tolteca
    Apr 4, 2023
    10
    Fenomenal, um jogo de 20 anos da uma surra em jogos modernos. Retro estúdios mostrou que Switch pode muito mais.
  89. N64Lizard
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    My first game I played in the series was Metroid Dread (late to the party, I know) and it quickly became addictive and I really enjoyed it so I was really happy when they shadow dropped Metroid Prime Remastered but I don’t like buying digital games so waited for the physical and recently picked it up after finally have time to play due to work. I can now easily say this is a fantastic gameMy first game I played in the series was Metroid Dread (late to the party, I know) and it quickly became addictive and I really enjoyed it so I was really happy when they shadow dropped Metroid Prime Remastered but I don’t like buying digital games so waited for the physical and recently picked it up after finally have time to play due to work. I can now easily say this is a fantastic game and I’m enjoying it a lot more than Metroid Dread because of the first person side of it, highly recommend if you’ve never played it before :)… Expand
  90. AeternaInsomnia
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    First time playing this game. It's a masterpiece. Music, atmosphere, level design., etc is absolutely perfect. Love it more than my fiance... and i love her alot!
  91. haskins111
    Feb 27, 2023
    8
    All of the reviews comparing Metroid Prime directly to Skyward Sword HD annoy me. Metroid Prime is a really good game on its own merits, and to me it’s like comparing apples and oranges. Yes, both games are puzzle heavy, but that’s pretty much where the similarities stop. An opinion isn’t gonna help someone learn more about the game itself enough to buy it. Think: are people trying toAll of the reviews comparing Metroid Prime directly to Skyward Sword HD annoy me. Metroid Prime is a really good game on its own merits, and to me it’s like comparing apples and oranges. Yes, both games are puzzle heavy, but that’s pretty much where the similarities stop. An opinion isn’t gonna help someone learn more about the game itself enough to buy it. Think: are people trying to decide between Metroid Prime Remastered and Skyward Sword HD? Probably not. They’re either in the mood for a cartoonish Zelda or for a sci-fi shooter aka apples and oranges. All that’s really happening is a dump on Skyward Sword, and that isn’t going to give Metroid Prime the love it deserves.

    The primary difference in MPR from the original is graphics. It also has improved FPS (because surprise, the Switch is a better console than the Gamecube) which was mostly noticeable going *between* rooms. The control scheme isn’t anything groundbreaking. I get that it’s only $40, but there’s no way that a game that won GOTY in its time won’t cost full price in future releases. It’s a smart marketing strategy to encourage people to get involved with Metroid. Skyward Sword HD had several mechanics changed to remove annoying parts out of the game including the previously mandatory motion controls. It looks much cleaner and it runs at 60 FPS. I would be miserable going back to the original. MPR for the most part runs smoothly, except for one room over by the spider ball boss where it ran SO slowly it was running worse than Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (the game had high graphics, beetles popping out of the ground, and electric bombs dropping in the background. It was the only issue I ran into in my playthrough, so it wasn’t too big of a deal). It took me like two minutes to run ten steps! So no, even though I love the game, it isn’t the “best” remaster ever. It’s simply a really good game remastered. It's fine to dislike Skyward Sword, but it’s a different game. And if SS HD’s really that bad of a game, do you really want it to be compared to games you love like it’s on the same level? That said, I’d take Samus’s scanner over Fi any day of the week.

    Metroid excels (compared to other Nintendo games) at tight controls. It also has a higher difficulty. I remembered it being harder than it is, so don’t feel intimidated from trying the game. Metroid Prime as a game can be covered in three categories: puzzles, platforming, and exploration. It fluidly moves from one area to the next using those three things. Expect to spend around 20 hours on your first playthrough.    … Expand
  92. Dirac
    May 2, 2023
    9
    This should be the gold standard of Remastered games.
    They took something that was already rather good and updated it with better graphics and controls.

    It does lose 1 point bc my go to sequence break for this game is no longer do able. They must have used the players choice version of the game instead of the first release. Not a big deal but still a point to bring up.
  93. Daniel_Lourenco
    May 21, 2023
    10
    Fã desde o 1º Metroid para a NES. Esta remasterização ficou fantástica.
    Jogabilidade muito boa, exploração igualmente excelente. Para quem nunca jogou o anterior fica aqui um clássico que deve ser jogado.
  94. Hcran25
    Mar 3, 2023
    10
    Seriously one of the best games of all time! This game is a must play! Considering this originally came out in 2002 and still holds up is fantastic! Smooth gameplay, extremely updated visuals, this is officially the best way to experience one of the best games of all time!
  95. Spurs9121
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing in my opinion with all the changes that were made it’s better than the GameCube game This game was the first game I had on the GameCube and I have literally thousands of hours in this game I played it countless times growing up the remaster did not disappoint in any way 1,000,000,000,000,000% recommend now we just need part 2 & 3 before part 4 comes out
  96. JayRuccMTL
    Feb 28, 2023
    9
    A solid remaster of a classic.

    Yes, it is a "remaster" and not a remake. Comparing this game to modern AAA titles is to miss the point entirely. The original title on the GC was released in 2002, a time when consoles were significantly more limited in terms of memory and graphics. Every aspect of the original game's design took this into consideration, and the end result is testament to    A solid remaster of a classic.

    Yes, it is a "remaster" and not a remake. Comparing this game to modern AAA titles is to miss the point entirely. The original title on the GC was released in 2002, a time when consoles were significantly more limited in terms of memory and graphics. Every aspect of the original game's design took this into consideration, and the end result is testament to how legendary Retro Studios is in their ability to deliver a gaming experience unlike any other regardless of limitations.

    Even after all these years, playing this remaster evokes feels that no other modern AAA title provides.

    By the way, for those of you worried that MP4 is going to be "similar" in scope, size, and graphics can relax - the reason MP4 development is so extensive is because they are developing the tools and game engine to maximize the game's use of the Switch hardware. If any one knows Nintendo and Retro Studio's track record, you know they will go all out.    … Expand
  97. brietman
    Mar 31, 2023
    10
    Wow, this remaster is the way to (re)play this games. I only played Metroid Prime 2 and 3. And Prime 1 is the best one. It's also the most closed to the 2D version. Echoes is more difficult and has some experimental stuff. Prime 3 is really awesome, but more mainstream. Also the exploration is different compared to the 2D Metroids.
  98. reallifegaming
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    Better controls, better quality of life, just... better. Most notable, this was made for the switch and plays beautifully.
  99. Joduodecter
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    Un juego qué marcó una epoca vuelve a Nintendo Switch remasterizado. Se ha mejorado cada detalle gráficamente y se han incluido 4 formas de controlar a Samus. Desde luego el trabajo que hay detras de este juego es impecable.
  100. Fausthor
    Aug 11, 2023
    9
    The Gamecube classic with a new coat of paint; a very enjoyable experience, with options to cater the classic player with the original control scheme, or a new, updated version for the average FPS gamer. A nice morsel to quench the thirst for the fourth entry in the Metroid Prime series.
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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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