Metroid Prime Remastered

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  1. eddytronpie
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Metroid Prime Remastered is a great remaster and Nintendo did a really great job on this game
  2. HypnoTheSpy
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    I've only ever seen Metroid Prime gameplay online, so when they announced this remaster and showed it off, I had to get it. After 100%ing the game, I can finally give thoughts. As one of the best looking Switch games, Metroid Prime Remastered improves on the already perfect original GameCube version. The visuals are on the same level as Monster Hunter Rise in terms of quality, the DualI've only ever seen Metroid Prime gameplay online, so when they announced this remaster and showed it off, I had to get it. After 100%ing the game, I can finally give thoughts. As one of the best looking Switch games, Metroid Prime Remastered improves on the already perfect original GameCube version. The visuals are on the same level as Monster Hunter Rise in terms of quality, the Dual Stick control scheme works great and anything altered is pretty incidental. This game sets a standard to how a remaster should be done. I wish they did more (the cutscenes aren't skipable weirdly), but as it stands, this game is a must-buy for everyone!… Expand
  3. auto99matic
    Mar 1, 2023
    10
    Always wanted to play this growing up but never got around to it. Now I get to play it 20+ years later and it holds up great. If you have a Switch this game is a necessity.
  4. zjacz12
    Mar 1, 2023
    10
    Exelent remastered one the best game of ever uno de los mejores juegos del mundo
  5. Eldery
    Feb 12, 2023
    10
    Mon premier Remake que je réussi à terminé. Je commence toujours les jeux remaster ou remake par pure nostalgie, mais sans jamais les finir. C'est impressionnant de se dire que ce gameplay était déjà celui de 2022 (tres legeres améliorations), on comprend mieux pourquoi le jeu a été un géant de l'époque.
  6. Geabitbol
    Feb 20, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The definitive version of one of the greatest game of all time! Retro studios once again made it! I can't wait for Prime 4...… Expand
  7. Jerg4n
    Mar 7, 2023
    8
    My first experience with the Metroid Prime series and it is a damn good translation of the 2d Metroid games in a first person perspective. Brilliantly designed world, exploration is great and the combat is neat. It's also one of the most visually impressive Switch games. However as impressive as this remaster is, it is just a visual remaster, so some 20 year old design shows through, andMy first experience with the Metroid Prime series and it is a damn good translation of the 2d Metroid games in a first person perspective. Brilliantly designed world, exploration is great and the combat is neat. It's also one of the most visually impressive Switch games. However as impressive as this remaster is, it is just a visual remaster, so some 20 year old design shows through, and it can be very frustrating at times.… Expand
  8. titanxsoul
    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
  9. Zyric
    Feb 20, 2023
    10
    Ich liebte das Spiel auf dem GameCube bereits. Aber die neu aufgelegte remastered Version topt nochmal alles.
  10. p1ken
    Feb 21, 2023
    9
    can finally say metroid is the best "remastered" (not like mk8 deluxe) this game only handles W.
  11. dharma2
    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.
  12. prodigy_da_kid
    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.
  13. minsick
    Feb 22, 2023
    9
    It lacks modern gaming conveniences like fast travel and map markers, but aside from that, it's a perfect exploration game.
  14. kazuma_games
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    cara que jogo lindo e muito bom, quem puder jogar, jogue pois nao vai arepender!!!!!
  15. sirgarmaples
    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
  16. AuroCorbos
    Feb 24, 2023
    9
    As someone who started their journey in the Metroid series with this game, I was absolutely blown away by the quality and attention to detail used in this port. It's honestly a fever dream to even play it, Retro and everyone who had a hand in this did a fantastic job. My only gripe with the game is its lack of providing proper credits for the original development team for Metroid Prime on the GCN.
  17. coutua05
    Feb 25, 2023
    9
    The original on the Gamecube is still my favorite game of all time and this is certainly a great remaster. The addition of dual stick controls is certainly a great addition.

    My only complaints are: - No light is emitted on the walls when you shoot with your different beams. I used to use that light in dark places on the GameCube before I had the other visors... This is the one thing I    The original on the Gamecube is still my favorite game of all time and this is certainly a great remaster. The addition of dual stick controls is certainly a great addition.

    My only complaints are:
    - No light is emitted on the walls when you shoot with your different beams. I used to use that light in dark places on the GameCube before I had the other visors... This is the one thing I really hope they fix.
    - Might as well mention that you cannot adjust brightness in the options
    - Personally, I don't like the fact that you shoot thrice with the power beam before charging. It feels like a bug
    - The doors are too blue (just kidding I don't care)

    Really looking forward for Prime 4 (since 2017) and a remaster of Prime 2 (even though I heard it would not be made by the same team)!    … Expand
  18. Moonfall
    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.
  19. wyan10526
    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.
  20. OpticDropout
    Mar 18, 2023
    8
    This was an amazing game 20 years ago and this remaster proves it's still a great game today. Couldn't recommend it enough.
  21. Kaizengaming
    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
  22. Jaidenbrkl1
    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
  23. Kristorob
    Mar 23, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game, takes a while to figure out how to navigate between areas but it's really worth playing
  24. 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.
  25. eldaliving
    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!
  26. MetaBones
    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.    … Expand
  27. J_R
    Aug 1, 2023
    9
    9.3/10

    A great remaster of an absolute classic. Metroid Prime is one of the greatest Gamecube games and one of the best games of that generation. It’s great to see it get a quality remaster for old fans to revisit it and so new players can jump in easily. They did an excellent job with this remaster by taking an already good looking game that was still holding up well after all this    9.3/10

    A great remaster of an absolute classic.

    Metroid Prime is one of the greatest Gamecube games and one of the best games of that generation. It’s great to see it get a quality remaster for old fans to revisit it and so new players can jump in easily. They did an excellent job with this remaster by taking an already good looking game that was still holding up well after all this time and making it look beautiful. The game works perfectly too. They also added new control options without getting rid of the old controls. One thing to keep in mind though is this is a Gamecube game so it was made within the limitations of that time and hardware. Not that it really matters as I still enjoyed this more than the majority of current games but it’s still worth remembering when going into Metroid Prime remastered.

    Metroid Prime is one of those games that can be hard to put down after starting it. The exploration is so satisfying and enjoyable. Every time you find a new ability it triggers your memory of all the things you went past that can now be reached/unlocked. The exploration is also elevated so much by the atmosphere, beautiful visuals and great soundtrack. The environments are a joy to become familiar with and all the small details, like reflections and moisture on the visor, add so much. Combat is good with a variety of great looking enemies to dispatch. There is also a good variety of weapons at your disposal, once unlocked, that you are regularly forced to switch between. Things really work well when faced with a small number of different creatures. There are some puzzles to solve too and the developers trusted players to pay attention to the environment and use the tools available. There is plenty of scanning to do and lore to discover which adds another layer of depth to the experience.

    Metroid Prime does have some things to nitpick though. First of all I think the design could be a little tighter or the locations more interconnected to reduce backtracking slightly. It is also on the smaller/shorter side and could have benefited from one more location. I think most first time players will probably finish it in around 11 to 13 hours. On top of this, while it is definitely worth revisiting, it doesn’t have a lot of immediate replayability. You could try for 100% or do a different difficulty but Metroid Prime could be a one weekend game for many people. It does lack a little in challenge and the enemy AI could be better. Another thing is that some of the bosses don’t take quite enough damage which means the fight drags on a tad too long. However none of this brings down the whole experience too much.

    Metroid Prime is a beautiful, fantastic game with very minor faults and this is a really well done remaster. I hope Metroid Prime 2 can get the same remaster treatment soon too. Metroid Prime Remastered is a must own Switch game. If you’ve never played this before then go grab yourself copy, this is one of the greats.

    9.3/10    … Expand
  28. bepsu
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    its a great game! it can get a bit tedious at some parts and may not be everyone's cup of tea, but from my experience, its a really fun action adventure game, if you love classic 3d zelda, give this one a try.
  29. Jrsmall
    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.
  30. marcoskalil
    May 1, 2023
    8
    When first launched, Metroid Prime represented that special moment, pretty rare nowadays, of successfully recreating a new dimension in an old franchise, from 2D to 3D. Now the remaster establishes a high bar for future similar endeavors. It updates gracefully its visuals and controls. The art direction is as preserved as it is enhanced. New effects don't stray from the original vision,When first launched, Metroid Prime represented that special moment, pretty rare nowadays, of successfully recreating a new dimension in an old franchise, from 2D to 3D. Now the remaster establishes a high bar for future similar endeavors. It updates gracefully its visuals and controls. The art direction is as preserved as it is enhanced. New effects don't stray from the original vision, but actually bring the GameCube game to today's standards. Metroid Prime Remastered is one of the best looking games on the Switch and a master class about atmosphere forged by superb soundtrack and art design.

    Although its general level design is still quite fun and immersive, the last third of the game put the player in unecessary and confusing backtracking. It was acceptable in the 2000s, and even forgetful in the middle of this awe-inspiring 3D adventure, the first Metroid since 1994, but feels unengaging in 2023. Prime's combat is also lackluster, specially with Space Pirate encounters. The combination of numb combat interactions and uneventful pacing hurt the overall arc of Samus in Prime: our hero should turn from a solitary weak combatant to a resourceful one woman army, just what happens in Metroid Dread; sadly, traversing feels slow and unintuitive in the latter part of Prime when you should feel the most powerful. Still, a must play and a classic.    … Expand
  31. proJRgamer
    May 9, 2023
    10
    No era fan de Metroid y me di una oportunidad con este juego, y puedo decir que son de las mejores decisiones de mi vida con los videojuegos. Una experiencia que no me esperaba que me fuera a enganchar tanto.
  32. Yokaii_
    May 20, 2023
    9
    One of the greatest games of all time, starts slow but picks up tremendously in mid to late game.
  33. P-Daniele
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    venti lunghi anni sono passati da quando metroid prime arrivò nello scetticismo più totale, e dopo aver fatto ricredere tutti dinnanzi alla sua incredibile bellezza, ancora oggi sorprende e stupisce della sua qualità.
    a tal punto che se sulla cover del gioco ci fosse stato scritto metroid prime 4 non sarei stato in grado di dire che questo è un titolo così vecchio, non sfiguarando affatto    venti lunghi anni sono passati da quando metroid prime arrivò nello scetticismo più totale, e dopo aver fatto ricredere tutti dinnanzi alla sua incredibile bellezza, ancora oggi sorprende e stupisce della sua qualità.
    a tal punto che se sulla cover del gioco ci fosse stato scritto metroid prime 4 non sarei stato in grado di dire che questo è un titolo così vecchio, non sfiguarando affatto davanti alle produzioni moderne di nintendo, ed anzi offrendo un prodotto solido che va pure a 60 fps.
    questa qualità viene ulteriormente migliorata grazie ad un lavoro di remake che lo migliora molto rispetto al originale, oltre ad offrire comandi moderni adatti a due analogici, ma senza limitare chi vuole provare altri tipi di comandi.
    i metroidvania risultano ad oggi uno dei generi più complessi da sviluppare, per via del lavoro incredibile che bisogna fare per creare una mappa tutta interconnessa, ed è per questo che ci si limita al 2d.
    metroid prime prende questo genere e lo porta al 3d in un modo che ancora ad oggi risulta insuperato (almeno per le esperienze che ho avuto io)
    il titolo offre una mappa davvero vasta, ricchissima di segreti e potenziamenti con la quale sbloccare sempre nuove zone.
    e questi potenziamenti sono ben messi per indicarti bene dove è la prossima zona da visitare.
    a questo si aggiunge un visore con la quale attivare interruttori, o scoprire le debolezze dei nemici e la lore disseminata per le varie strutture.
    se bisogna trovargli un difetto la mappa non è chiarissima su cosa abbiamo trovato o cosa ci manca da trovare, dato che si limiterà a dirci se siamo entrati in una stanza oppure no.
    se vedremo un contenitore di vita o razzi scordiamoci che ci verrà segnalato sulla mappa, e sia se una stanza è completata al 100% sia se non abbiamo preso nulla avrà lo stesso colore.
    questo problema si amplia nelle fasi finali quando dovremo trovare i 12 sigilli, per fortuna però avremo dei piccoli indizi che ci diranno dove cercarli.
    metroid prime risulta ancora oggi un titolo imperdibile per qualsiasi fan dei metroidvania, un titolo tanto bello e ambizioso che ancora ad oggi risulta insuperato
    voto 98    … Expand
  34. Bountyhuntre
    Jun 6, 2023
    9
    A terrific update to a classic. The spirit of Metroid remains in Prime; you'll unlock new abilities as you progress and use them to access areas previously inaccessible or locked. There is also a hint system which will point the player in the right direction if they're idle too long. If you're a longtime fan or newcomer to Metroid, this remaster is definitely worth checking out!
  35. XAmirX
    Jun 20, 2023
    8
    Pretty solid game. There are parts, that can get a bit tedious, but from my experience, its a really fun action adventure game.
  36. Polka43
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    The game took me back in the days playing on my cousin's gamecube ,I was never a big nintendo fan but metroid prime is one of my favorite fps games of all time while also offering a great 3rd person gameplay.
  37. Banjoair1992
    Jun 29, 2023
    10
    Really good remaster brings life back into the metroid franchise. Alot of gamers who were around with the the first one was out will realize how much they have done to modernize the graphics and its simply amazing
  38. Babajaga88
    Jul 5, 2023
    10
    a Perfect game in the gamecube period; a perfect game in the switch period, a masterpiece
  39. Karnotik
    Jul 5, 2023
    10
    Perfection. It was in 2002 and it is in 2023.

    Retro really knows what they're doing- even if they had none of the original team working on this remaster, they certainly do a fabulous port.
  40. Lirde9244
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    A reborn masterpiece !
    Graphics are awesome, Metroid Prime is as good as it's ever been.
    It's a must buy for sure, such a classic !

    Thank you Nintendo and Retro studio.
  41. HicksyUK1
    Aug 18, 2023
    9
    An unexpected remastered from Nintendo, this is subjectively the best looking Switch game. It is just as fun as the original with updated controls to enhance the gameplay.

    A definite must to get if you are look for a game to get on the NSW.
  42. carlostrejo
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    The design is AMAZING, the puzzles in the game are perfect, they're intuitive and the design of the game leads you to the next part without even noticing that the game led you, it is te PERFECT example of how the 3D METROIDVANIA genre sould be
  43. JokeSociety
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Perfect remaster!

    Brought back many memories of exploring and defeating Space Pirates!

    A must play!
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Universal acclaim - based on 95 Critic Reviews

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