Metroid Prime 3: Corruption

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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 704 Ratings

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  1. RTCWFAN
    Aug 6, 2023
    9
    I never played a Metroid game before and a friend gifted me Corruption. And this is one of the best fps games I've ever played. I will definitely come back to this franchise. Overall rating: 9.3.
  2. Wertypite
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    The best Prime game. Energy Cells and finale ruined my fun, but overall it's wonderful game. Clap-clap.
  3. Yojimbo2015
    Jan 11, 2023
    8
    Another good entry in the Metroid franchise that employs the Wii control method better than most - although it still nettles that there are no alternatives. Good looking, atmospheric and it thankfully corrects the previous Metroid Prime mistake and provides a decent number of strategically placed save points.
  4. calvinbrine
    Aug 27, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros:
    Heavy emphasis on space pirates
    Several Worlds
    Fun Combat
    Good music and atmosphere
    Other Hunters are badass
    Worlds are fun to navigate.
    You get in depth lore of 4 different factions
    Epic conclusion
    Good main story
    Ice Bryyo exists.
    Skytown exists.
    Phaaze looks awesome

    Cons:
    To much interaction with other characters despite the isolation atmosphere I'm supposed to be feeling
    Hypermode is unbalanced
    Most worlds have poor color contrast, both in their own areas and even between each other sometimes.
    Areas are poorly connected, often to travel both between worlds and between locations on world you need your ship instead of walking yourself, like a true metroid game should allow.
    Phaaze looks awesome but it's brutal with no checkpoints and no save before the final boss.
    Final boss sucks.
    AU vaccine side plot.
    Everything about the prologue. I don't like the prologue. At all. It loses the entire atmosphere and progression style that I love about Metroid, and it has a long overly-intricate tutorial sequence which teaches some thing you will never need to use again, which is something that should be abolished from gaming as a whole. Everything I said I liked about prime 3 doesn't apply to the prologue.    … Expand
  5. stibba
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    Probably my favourite game, no game has immersed me more. The world is incredibly detailed and so much fun to explore. Walking through Bryyo had me looking at the big stone golems, staring at the beautiful skybox and dreaming about the history of the planet to the awe inspiring music. Skytown's steampunk pods were so cool and the music sounds like you've arrived in heaven with bells andProbably my favourite game, no game has immersed me more. The world is incredibly detailed and so much fun to explore. Walking through Bryyo had me looking at the big stone golems, staring at the beautiful skybox and dreaming about the history of the planet to the awe inspiring music. Skytown's steampunk pods were so cool and the music sounds like you've arrived in heaven with bells and angels singing. I really cannot praise the worldbuilding, music and art of this game enough, absolute masterpiece. i know the game has some flaws, the combat is a bit weird, most enemies are bullet sponges unless you use the game breaking hypermode. For me though, i dont mind the combat, atleast you can breeze through the game feeling powerful so you can explore.… Expand
  6. grimreapersims
    Nov 9, 2021
    8
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  7. MYP
    Oct 20, 2021
    7
    Metroid Prime 3 tries something different but in the end, it doesn't feel like a sequel to the previous two games. Retro changed up too much and yes, some changes make this Metroid Prime the most enjoyable out of the trilogy but in general for the people who enjoyed the previous two games it lacks the same charm of the past.
  8. Oreun
    Apr 15, 2021
    9
    Definetely the worst of the Prime Trilogy. But this is at all a bad game. It is still really good and you should still play it.

    Definitivamente el peor juego de la Trilogia Prime. Pero este juego es para nada malo. Es muy bueno y deberias jugarlo.
  9. PHDIKOULAS
    Feb 8, 2021
    0
    its so bad you cant even watch a lets play of it on youtube much less subject yourself playing it
  10. WakeUpJeff
    Oct 8, 2020
    8
    Despite being certainly lesser than both of it's predecessors due to it's often very constricting linearity, Prime 3 is still a blast in it's own right. Featuring the Prime series' best combat and boss quality yet all while still accompanied by interesting lore and a great soundtrack.
  11. Kinokee
    Aug 22, 2020
    4
    How could ANYONE have thought his was a good game. Even for 2007 the game is trash. There's ridiculous time lag on the stupid grapple. There's a lot of pointless backtracking through areas required. There are a lot of boss battles where you have to suspend any real life knowledge and try out different things. Oh maybe this explosive rocket will do damage? oh no that can't be it. TheHow could ANYONE have thought his was a good game. Even for 2007 the game is trash. There's ridiculous time lag on the stupid grapple. There's a lot of pointless backtracking through areas required. There are a lot of boss battles where you have to suspend any real life knowledge and try out different things. Oh maybe this explosive rocket will do damage? oh no that can't be it. The Hyperbeam or whatever mode? Nope. It's actually actually a little starting mine from the morph ball. etc. etc. etc.
    Dodging? It's barely a thing. A lot of it just sucking down energy tanks and killing the bosses before they kill you.
    Then there's general progression. You're stuck and nothing left to do in the room. What are you supposed to do? You're supposed to send your ship to attack ANTI AIRCRAFT GUNS. How stupid does Samus need to be to send her ship to get blown up by attacking anti-aircraft guns. It tells you 2 or 3 times even before you decide to be retarded that those are big guns and you need to disable them first. So. Stupid.

    What makes me absolutely. ABSOLUTELY. Hate this game is the fact that you can go into a timed corruption mode and STRAIGHT UP GAME OVER in states where you can't stop it in time. Like during a morph ball in the middle of an area you cannot unmorph. CAUSING YOU TO LOSE ALL YOUR PROGRESS. It wouldn't be so bad if the progress didn't involve me wrestling with the controls for 20 minutes. Staring at the stupid grapple point waving my nunchuk like a madperson and Samus doing **** all is absolutely infuriating.

    Everyone who told me this was a good game for the last 13 years lied to me.    … Expand
  12. CzechTea
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    +
    Awesome Visuals
    Story
    Voices
    Controls
    Amazing Graphics for Wii
    Boss fights
    Soundtrack
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    Sometimes you don't know what to do.
  13. Tharduz
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    ok after the small dissapointment of the sequel, this is better, however I miss that "I am alone" feeling
  14. LightDay
    May 22, 2020
    9
    A good game, just sin to pretend to be just as free as the others being a little more linear than the others but just as fully enjoyable and giving you the freedom to go wherever you want.

    Sadly the hyper mode is completely OP, I recommend not taking full advantage of it but in high difficulties it is almost mandatory that you learn to master it.
  15. Vanellus
    Mar 31, 2020
    3
    I was very excited to play this, my first metroid game, following the reviews but it's really quite awful. Janky gameplay, TERRIBLE motion controls that make a first person shooter feel like you are constantly controlling a drunk chimp. Bad sound effects.... could be useful as a sleeping aid.
  16. marcelskerps
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    pra fechar com chave de ouro essa trilogia fantástica!!gostei de jogar mais a trilogia com o wiimote , muito melhor do que com o controle do game cube
  17. LordDecky
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Playing this on the Metroid Prime: Trilogy has shown me how good the Metroid series is. It is the latest we have in terms of new console Metroid games, and it holds up amazingly, This game has some of the best sense of atmosphere ever, and it has an incredibly designed Metroidvania world and fun FPS combat. This game is simple and makes you happy as you solve puzzles, fight monsters, andPlaying this on the Metroid Prime: Trilogy has shown me how good the Metroid series is. It is the latest we have in terms of new console Metroid games, and it holds up amazingly, This game has some of the best sense of atmosphere ever, and it has an incredibly designed Metroidvania world and fun FPS combat. This game is simple and makes you happy as you solve puzzles, fight monsters, and discover more and more of this interconnected world… Expand
  18. Speedie
    May 2, 2019
    8
    I have no idea why I thought this game was weird when I was younger. After recently playing through the game, I found that this was one of the Wii gems that people will talk about as one of the most successful games on the console. There's only two problems I have. The first, is that the Gamecube controlled much better for first person games. The controls for the Wii remote are much tooI have no idea why I thought this game was weird when I was younger. After recently playing through the game, I found that this was one of the Wii gems that people will talk about as one of the most successful games on the console. There's only two problems I have. The first, is that the Gamecube controlled much better for first person games. The controls for the Wii remote are much too sensitive, and pointing towards the sensor for so long tires out your arm. My second issue with the game is how easy to get lost. The game is so much fun, and the exploration is never ending, unless you get lost. In an exciting Nintendo action game such as this one, the only filler between action is usually puzzles. Well this one holds true to that, with the exception of walking around aimlessly until you just look up the walkthrough. Don't let these issues deter you from the game though, as they are very minor as to how much fun and satisfaction this game provides with its action shooting and optional item searching. I only highlighted the two issues as most of my review as warning of what to be weary about, so you can enjoy this fantastic throwback game without interruption.… Expand
  19. TheKaibaman
    Apr 26, 2019
    10
    Now, I will admit I am somewhat Bias, as I grew up on the Prime Games, and so they hold a lot of nostalgia for me. That being said, I didn’t fall in love with them for nothing, they are absolute MASTERPIECES, Corruption being no exception. My “favorite” in the Trilogy has changed and flip flopped a lot over the years, and that is because they all have their own charm, and each game isNow, I will admit I am somewhat Bias, as I grew up on the Prime Games, and so they hold a lot of nostalgia for me. That being said, I didn’t fall in love with them for nothing, they are absolute MASTERPIECES, Corruption being no exception. My “favorite” in the Trilogy has changed and flip flopped a lot over the years, and that is because they all have their own charm, and each game is unique and can’t really be compared to the other 2. Prime 1 is respectable because of it’s impact and how impressive of a feat it was to translate a previously 2D franchise into a 3D game. Prime 2: Echoes is respectable for its challenge and originality, including so many mechanics absent from the first game you simply can’t compare them, they really are two different games, not just slightly varied parallels. As for Prime 3:Corruption, well... this one is on a whole new level. That doesn’t mean it’s better in every way however, as there are small aspects it doesn’t quite nail the way the first two did, but those are really just nitpicks, and it does just about everything else better than the first two, so just because it isn’t perfect doesn’t mean it isn’t a 10/10 game, because it is. The only complaints about this game I can really agree with (and even then they’re extremely nit-picky) are that the music isn’t as immersive and “Metroidy” and the cinematic cutscenes and voice acting take away from the experience slightly. While I do agree with the music-related opinions (although I do like Bryyo’s Music quite a lot, and Bryyo in general as well), I personally like the cinematics, and I think they are part of what makes this game unique in a trilogy where core-gameplay is generally the same. This game feels big, like a finale to a grand show that’s garnered millions of watchers and is now writing a love letter to its fans, while also accommodating its new-comers. Prime 3 is interesting because it was made for everyone. Yes, this was the Metroid game made for everyone (despite what it’s rating says), because it’s just easy enough for new players but hard enough for old-time fans, not too easy like Prime 1 (which isn’t an easy game, but is undeniably the least difficult in the trilogy), not too hard like Prime 2 (which to this day has been known to be excessively hard but incredibly rewarding), but just right. Also, like the reviews have all said already, the Wii Remote aiming system is a stroke of genius! The aiming in this game is so fluid (even more so if you turn on the “advanced sensitivity” setting which allows for an even more immersive experience), and using the Wii Remote to aim makes you really feel like YOU ARE the bounty hunter (not that the first two didn’t, but the GameCube controls more often than not at least make ME feel like I’m controlling Samus and not like I am her). I’m trying to keep this review as spoiler-free as possible for a 12 year old game, but even without spoiling the plot or upgrades you acquire, or any of the games exclusive mechanics, there is so much to talk about it’s incredible! There’s an Impressive slew of new weapons and (not a spoiler but) some old ones return, and the games creativity is off the charts, fully taking advantage of it’s new hardware and doing things the other games couldn’t even if they wanted to. Prime 2 is NOT, I repeat NOT, a clone of Prime 1, but it was released only 2 years after its predecessor, so they had to keep some things the same. It still doesn’t remotely feel like the first game, but there are similarities, like missiles looking the same (which doesn’t matter), the arm cannon animations look the same (again, doesn’t matter), and some enemies are given different names but are identical to enemies in the first installment (meh.. might matter slightly, but it doesn’t take away from the experience). Why do I bring this up? Well, to show you how much of a re-imagining Prime 3 is of the original formula. Graphically the game is a major step up (and this series is already known for having incredible graphics in the first place, Prime looking like a PS2.5 level game but being a GameCube exclusive) from the others, and honestly anything after it as well (for the most part, admittedly Other M shines with its Human-Models in a way the Prime games never learned how), with stunning visuals and incredibly smooth animations. I could go on and on, but I don’t wanna ruin it for you, Just go play the game! Or if you want the full story, play them in order for a truly grueling but insanely memorable and epic experience unlike anything today’s games have to offer. The Prime Trilogy is gaming at its finest, and you can take that to the bank.… Expand
  20. Meta1234
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    Compared to Metroid Prime 2, the score of 9 is maintained.

    New controls balance the saturation factor and once again great music and planetary artistic style.
  21. weskergamer
    Apr 8, 2017
    9
    metroid prime 3 es un buen juego. El problema es q esta hecho para usar lo mayor posible los controles del WII y eso a veces es un poco molesto. Igual es un juego muy bueno, y sigue con la trayectoria de los juegos anteriores
  22. Captain_Faramir
    Apr 1, 2017
    8
    8.8 - Still another really good sequel, but the environments were not as varied like Prime 1 and 2. Also, the soundtrack could have been better, but the bosses, enemies, and level designs were still on par.
  23. TharosTheDragon
    Sep 27, 2015
    7
    Metroid Prime 3 takes the franchise in some bad directions and not only includes much more character interaction but makes the dialogue infantile and stupid. I can see how 3 might be seen as paving the way for Other M. But it's still worth a play for Metroid fans. (copied from my trilogy review)
  24. MackPaind
    May 3, 2015
    9
    El juego es excelente, pero simplifica algunas mecanicas, es un poco mas "lineal" (pero con mucha exploración), algún bajón de fps pero sigue siendo lo mas alto de la saga Metroid, compra OBLIGATORIA si tenes una Wii o Wii U.
  25. Zelda1992
    Apr 10, 2015
    10
    Without a doubt my favorite of the trilogy with prime 1 coming in very close at second. I found the motion controls very easy to get used to and the story was fantastic. An absolutely great way to end the prime trilogy.
  26. NorwayGamer
    Dec 9, 2014
    10
    This game is a very rare gem indeed. It is not often I play a game that is basically without flaws, but this one comes close to perfection.

    I honestly can't think of a single negative aspect about it. The graphics are mind-blowing, Retro Studios used an extremely clever art-style that just doesn't seem to age at all. The game-play is just pure bliss, everything from the clever    This game is a very rare gem indeed. It is not often I play a game that is basically without flaws, but this one comes close to perfection.

    I honestly can't think of a single negative aspect about it. The graphics are mind-blowing, Retro Studios used an extremely clever art-style that just doesn't seem to age at all.
    The game-play is just pure bliss, everything from the clever level-design & puzzles, to the amazing boss-battles and sense of exploration.

    Well done Retro Studios & NIntendo, you've released a very rare gem.    … Expand
  27. ultraviper
    Nov 25, 2014
    5
    Super buggy. I've never had a Nintendo game I had to reset as many times as this one just because scripted events failed to start, or doors that are locked when they shouldn't be.

    Controls: There is no reason this game couldn't have gamecube controller support like the previous two. I absolutely hate the motion-controlled aiming. The game also suffers from forced motion control    Super buggy. I've never had a Nintendo game I had to reset as many times as this one just because scripted events failed to start, or doors that are locked when they shouldn't be.

    Controls: There is no reason this game couldn't have gamecube controller support like the previous two. I absolutely hate the motion-controlled aiming. The game also suffers from forced motion control gimmicks, with plenty of switches that require you to do unnecessary movements with the controller. Why let the player just press A to activate a switch when we can make them rotate the controller for no reason a few times instead?    … Expand
  28. Vanpire73
    May 1, 2014
    9
    Controls are fantastic. Another one knocked out of the park for the greatest video game franchise of all time. It's a shame I don't give 10s. This is a 9.5, though.
  29. Nobilis1984
    Feb 2, 2014
    9
    Good third part which was developed for the Wii. The control is optimal and the graphics just fine.
    A good conclusion to the trilogy.
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  30. guitarguy001
    Jan 8, 2014
    10
    Easily one of the best games on the Wii and also one of the best looking ones by far. While not the most open world Prime game, this game has a great soundtrack, a good story, amazing visuals for the Wii, an almost unparalleled atmosphere of being alone in space and very clever puzzles. While not perfect, it's a must buy for any Wii owner as it's one of the best games on the system.
  31. Plasmaneedle
    Oct 20, 2013
    10
    Metroid Prime 3 Corruption is the best Wii game. It is incredibly atmospheric and immersive, with well designed areas that make for amazing exploration. It is filled with lore that is interesting to read, ups the replay value and makes the series universe more interesting. The boss fights are a definite high point as they are all challenging but not frustrating and are just plain fun.Metroid Prime 3 Corruption is the best Wii game. It is incredibly atmospheric and immersive, with well designed areas that make for amazing exploration. It is filled with lore that is interesting to read, ups the replay value and makes the series universe more interesting. The boss fights are a definite high point as they are all challenging but not frustrating and are just plain fun. This game is a must-have for all Wii owners.… Expand
  32. VonSeux
    Sep 17, 2013
    10
    It takes back what the original made so great, since Prime 2 was a bit slower and weird, and adds great and unique controls. This is a gem only possible on Wii. Level design and concept is awesome. Boss battle and missions are memorable. If you had this game, you're a lucky gamer.
  33. psychogrodus
    Aug 7, 2013
    9
    Metroid Prime 3 is one of the best games both the wii and the Metroid series has to offer. The game takes full advantage of the wii's motion controls and it works like a charm. The gameplay is your standard explore and investigate the planet Prime game. Except this time, the game has much more emphasis on shooting things and hyper- mode. Hyper mode is a state where Samus can use herMetroid Prime 3 is one of the best games both the wii and the Metroid series has to offer. The game takes full advantage of the wii's motion controls and it works like a charm. The gameplay is your standard explore and investigate the planet Prime game. Except this time, the game has much more emphasis on shooting things and hyper- mode. Hyper mode is a state where Samus can use her Phazon tanks to make her self much more powerful. This game also has three planets for you to explore, each one playing and feeling different. The games graphics are what you would expect from the prime series, amazing. The look of the P.E.D. suit looks very nice and the planets, especially Elysia are breathtaking. The story is that Samus must destroy these meteors called Leviathan seeds on each planet. It's a basic story but it is in no way bad. Overall though the games highlight is the gameplay. Scanning and exploring with the wii remote feels so much more immersive than a gamecube controller, and that is really saying something because the first two games were incredibly immersive. The only problem with this game is hyper mode, which makes the game to easy. This game is perfect if you are looking to get into the Metroid series and is a perfect game to start out with.… Expand
  34. OmnipotentGamer
    Aug 5, 2013
    9
    Metroid Prime 3 is one of the few reasons I'm glad I owned a Wii, what a breath taking experience. The Boss battles are definitely the set piece for this game and where some of the most fun I have had in a long time
  35. shprea
    Jun 26, 2013
    9
    Metroid Prime 3 is a great game to end of the Prime Trilogy. The graphics are slick and detailed, the planets are all unique and well designed, and the new control scheme is very intuitive. This is one of the few games that shows of the wii-mote's capabilities successfully, allowing for a point a shoot style of gameplay that works very well.

    One very cool addition in the game was the    Metroid Prime 3 is a great game to end of the Prime Trilogy. The graphics are slick and detailed, the planets are all unique and well designed, and the new control scheme is very intuitive. This is one of the few games that shows of the wii-mote's capabilities successfully, allowing for a point a shoot style of gameplay that works very well.

    One very cool addition in the game was the inclusion of voice acting. It helps make the various characters you interact with more interesting while not intruding on the personality of Samus, as she still remains silent (cough cough OTHER M cough cough).

    This really is a fantastic FPS and an excellent Metroid game. It's worth every penny.    … Expand
  36. WyattTheAwesome
    May 31, 2013
    9
    This is a fantastic conclusion to the Metroid Prime series. Excellent gameplay, loveable new hunters and an intriguing story. This game even gives us creepy atmosphere almost like what Dead Space tried to do. Love this game, however I think it could've been a bit longer. Otherwise this game is a must play.
  37. Metroidguy4
    May 21, 2013
    10
    Metroid Prime 3: Corruption is the best game in the Metroid Prime Series in terms of graphics, controls and music. And the story line is a very good way to end the Metroid Prime series. This is a must own, especially with Metroid fans.
  38. RangerManiac
    Apr 25, 2013
    10
    Just for the record i have no CoD or BF cause I hate fps but Metroid Prime makes me happy where i play it.It looks perfect has great controls and such a Good story
  39. gorelequint
    Apr 25, 2013
    1
    the final part of the metroid story comes to a close and classy looking style on the wii
    that is about the only thing that they have got right about this game, it is very pretty as the landscapes and space stations morph and shimmer around you it is a very encompassing FPS, and the soundtrack just oozes atmosphere
    but that us where the good stops and the annoying takes over. the control    the final part of the metroid story comes to a close and classy looking style on the wii
    that is about the only thing that they have got right about this game, it is very pretty as the landscapes and space stations morph and shimmer around you it is a very encompassing FPS, and the soundtrack just oozes atmosphere
    but that us where the good stops and the annoying takes over.
    the control system althought quite logical is infuriating to use,there isnt enough things to shoot at for long phases of the game and then they dump an entire levels worth of aliens on you in one go and wonder why you die
    the map screens are hopeless and almost completely useless annd the puzzle sections are more like point and click stlye games where there is no logic to them its more a case of try everything that you have got until one of them works
    hopelessly overated,terribley annoying to play,avoid at all costs    … Expand
  40. TheBlarghMan
    Dec 22, 2012
    10
    Given that I'm only allowed to rate games by increments of one, I gave this a 10 because it is closer to a 10 than a 9 IMO(I would personally give it around a 9.6 or so). Metroid Prime 3 is an incredible experience from start to finish, combining the series' signature elements of exploration and adventure with an easier to follow plot structure and some new characters. One of my favoriteGiven that I'm only allowed to rate games by increments of one, I gave this a 10 because it is closer to a 10 than a 9 IMO(I would personally give it around a 9.6 or so). Metroid Prime 3 is an incredible experience from start to finish, combining the series' signature elements of exploration and adventure with an easier to follow plot structure and some new characters. One of my favorite parts of Corruption is that it has several plot lines for you to follow. There is the main one, that concerns Dark Samus and her attempt to overrun the galaxy with Phazon, but there are also side stories that one can discover by the same scanning mechanic that was included in Prime and Echoes which allows for people to learn about planets that one visits and and the civilizations that lived there. You are given the choice as to whether you want to explore and find out more about these civilizations without missing out on the main plot of the game, which works very well.

    Moving onto the gameplay, the Wii controls work wonders. While a lack of some extra buttons are noticeable at times, particularly in the selecting visors department, being able to point, aim, shoot, and turn so effortlessly is a dream come true. There is a learning curve to this, and you may wish that you had the old GC controls back for a while, but in the end, it works very well.

    Hypermode is the other new addition to the game, and it allows for a lot of experimentation with gameplay. Particularly in the higher difficulties, you will have to learn how to manipulate its invincibility and corrupted states in order to survive, which allows for an added layer of strategy onto an already very cerebral adventure game.

    Exploration and adventure are still out in front in this game, which means if you didn't like the original Prime, you won't like this one, either. If you did, or if you haven't played Prime but like games such as Okami, Zelda, or Darksiders, you'll definitely enjoy this.    … Expand
  41. tombo
    May 18, 2012
    10
    Wow, do I ever love this game! The art design is transcendent, transporting the player to beautiful,
    wondrous worlds that feel truly alien and unique.Combat is awesome---- strategic, precise, and deep.
    Oh, those boss fights!! As you progress, scanning lore deepens a compelling story that unfolds in unexpected and unforgettable ways.Finally and maybe most importantly, I really like the    Wow, do I ever love this game! The art design is transcendent, transporting the player to beautiful,
    wondrous worlds that feel truly alien and unique.Combat is awesome---- strategic, precise, and deep.
    Oh, those boss fights!! As you progress, scanning lore deepens a compelling story that unfolds in
    unexpected and unforgettable ways.Finally and maybe most importantly, I really like the refreshingly
    cerebral quality of this game; it constantly challenges you to think, analyze, and solve its myriad
    puzzles and mysteries. One of my all-time favorites. Retro, you gotta make another one!    … Expand
  42. JackTheCrazy98
    Apr 23, 2012
    9
    This game is awesome, good controls, good graphics and plot, but is not perfect like the first prime game. The new thing in this game is voice acting: some charachters voice are good, but others sucks. The new space ship is awesome and the new hyper-mode is nice.
  43. andrewrox
    Apr 11, 2012
    9
    great game i love metroid games........i also love metroid fusion,prime two echoes, prime hunters, and other m........people say that the wii sucks whats with that honestly....i think the wii has a chance against the xbox360 though....the wii though is liked a lot though.......people normally says that the wii doesnt have as great graphics.....yes sometimes that is true but they habe goodgreat game i love metroid games........i also love metroid fusion,prime two echoes, prime hunters, and other m........people say that the wii sucks whats with that honestly....i think the wii has a chance against the xbox360 though....the wii though is liked a lot though.......people normally says that the wii doesnt have as great graphics.....yes sometimes that is true but they habe good graphics thereal games nintendo makes themselves or the games they own.....also people complain how tje wii has poor shooting games.....yet there ok with a classic controller.....also unlike xbox360 and ps3 you can move around....yes sadly the wii isnt better then the ps3.....and the wii has gamecube on it for people who like to use regular controls......the last reason why everyone sys the wii sucks is because they dont have enough good games?!?......THATS A LIE...if your one of the xbox360 owners you have no room to talk you may have some of the greatest games but you only have halo games, fable trilogy, and call of duty games........here are some of the greatest games for the wii in my opinion......metroid prime 3 corruption...metroid other m...zelda twilight princess....mario kart....mario super sluggers....mario and sonic at tje winter olympics.....kirby retirn to dreamland....kirbys epic yarn....metroid prime 2 echoes....metroid prime....star fox assault....star fox adventures....metal gear the twin snakes....super smash bros brawl and melee....super mario bros wii...all the mario party games....all the mario galaxy games....donkey kong country return....thse are only my favorite tiles and they already out gun what the xbox360 has to offer....you know what i can say to you xbpx people that hate the wii here is some obvious compareing to do with these two systems....the xbox360 breaks easly and heats up....and the wii doesnt break as easily proof ive had my wii for almost four years and ive had zero pronlems and my wii still works lome brand new.....and also what you get on the wii you have to pay for on the xbox 360 such as the internet use the online connection etc......the wii and the xbox360 both hve downlodablw games however the wii offers gamecube to back it up as well.....my opinion of thewii...is its fun and worht the money......and some games are not childish just look at the game im rating....long live nintendo long live nintendo long live nintendo.....either ways im giving this game a 9 because i find myself bored fter beating this game a couple times........long live nintendo long live nintendo long live nintendo.....… Expand
  44. The1stGodfather
    Feb 13, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If I could only have one video game for each system I own, this would definitely be the game I would choose for the Wii. Everything about it is amazing: the graphics are very high-quality, the controls are engaging, the plot is suspenseful, the enemies present a challenge, and the bosses have devastating attacks, including Rundas's ice hammer strike, which I still haven't figured out how to dodge, and I got past by just destroying as many of his ice balls as possible and getting health so that I don't die. Throughout the game, the thought that Samus is corrupted with Phazon and may turn dark, like the other bounty hunters did (i.e. Rundas) keeps me guessing throughout the game and brings in new aspects constantly, !SPOILER ALERT! like on Bryyo when you inject an energy tank to clear out the Phazon vines, and you suddenly start to overload on Phazon, and from that point forward it continues to happen whenever you inject an energy tank. !SPOILER ENDED!… Expand
  45. Glasses
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    Ah Metroid, what an amazing series. Ever since the SNES days, I have loved this franchise and when I found out that Metroid was going 3-D with a new "Prime" printed afterwards, I was excited. And sure enough they managed to pull it off. Even things like the grappling hook which I initially thought they would butcher, they did perfectly. Truly one of the best video game franchises in theAh Metroid, what an amazing series. Ever since the SNES days, I have loved this franchise and when I found out that Metroid was going 3-D with a new "Prime" printed afterwards, I was excited. And sure enough they managed to pull it off. Even things like the grappling hook which I initially thought they would butcher, they did perfectly. Truly one of the best video game franchises in the market. I have played and enjoyed Metroid Prime and Prime 2: Echoes a lot. And now, this is my review of Metroid Prime 3: Gameplay: Amazing. It follows the same Metroid formula where you're in a first-person mode with you gun pointing out and pressing A to shoot. But with motion controls, the experience is better. With the Wii Remote, you can move the gun around in circles or in any other direction. It's as if the Wii Remote IS the gun itself and your Samus Aran shooting the pirates. It's a great experience. You can also go in your ship and play around with some of the features in it. However I just find myself going from one point to another with it. You can't control the ship, but it's still nice to see what's inside. The bosses are very challenging and very engaging. If you're new to the series, you will be in for one challenging adventure. Even me, being a veteran, found this game to be a tad difficult on easy mode. And on Hypermode...let's just good luck since this difficulty level really tests your skills. VERY challenging game. Throughout the game you get power-ups like the grappling hook and various different guns, and using these new power-ups is fun. 9.7/10 Story: Great. Quoted from metroid.wikia.com "After the events of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, the Galactic Federation contacts Samus Aran to investigate a malfunctioning network computer known as the Aurora Unit. The Federation believes the Space Pirates have infected the Aurora Unit with a virus. Subsequently, the Space Pirates attack one of the Federation's bases and begin to overrun the Federation's defenses. Samus, along with Bounty Hunters Ghor, Rundas, and Gandrayda, must work together to stop the siege, repair the Aurora Unit, and defeat enemies from the past game." The story is engaging and it's interesting listening to the dialog of the characters. 9/10 Music: Beautiful. Like the previous Prime games, the music will not disappoint. It is very well done and fits in with each scenario. The boss battles, like Rundas's theme or the classic Ridley theme, are truly breathtaking and make you want to slow down when fighting the bosses, just to hear these scores. My personal favorite track in this game is the Skytown music. Sometimes I find myself just turning the game on, flying to that place, and just relaxing as the music plays. The music gets a 10/10 Graphics: Amazing, especially for Wii standards. By improving the Prime 1 and 2 graphics a bit, Nintendo has created worlds that are beautiful and breathtaking. The cutscenes are nice and the overall look to the game is very inviting. 10/10 Characters and Voice acting: I liked the characters. The three other bounty hunters look very cool and have their own, unique powers. They accompany you on Norion to stop a meteorite from collapsing and then are later turned against you and gone to different locations because of Dark Samus. The fights with the other bounty hunters are amazing and challenging. And it is really sad to see them die at the hands of Dark Samus after you have defeated them. The aurora unit is a nice character that tells you what to do. But the one character that I cannot stand is Admiral Dane. His voice bugs me to no end. Yes, they have voice acting in this game, and for the most part it's not bad, but when it comes to Admiral Dane, it's just annoying. I don't know why, but I just can't stand him. 9/10 Overall, this game is marvelous. I recommend it to any gamer out there who is up for a first-person action/adventure game. Metroid fans will not be disappointed.… Expand
  46. Exogenesis
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    Metroid Prime 3: Corruption is a thrilling conclusion to the trilogy, the graphics are among the best on the console, and the point and shoot gameplay is mostly perfect, although this game won't soot everybody, and it lacks replay value, I suggest you buy this game.
  47. SwoopTrust
    Nov 5, 2011
    9
    Honestly, it doesn't feel as polished as 2 and 1 were, but it's still very fun to play. Some areas are definitely boring, and the game could do without voice acting. New hunters are very cool, story is also good. Controls are top notch again, feel very precise. Graphically, it pushes the Wii very far, it's one of those games that doesn't feel like it's trying too hard to be visuallyHonestly, it doesn't feel as polished as 2 and 1 were, but it's still very fun to play. Some areas are definitely boring, and the game could do without voice acting. New hunters are very cool, story is also good. Controls are top notch again, feel very precise. Graphically, it pushes the Wii very far, it's one of those games that doesn't feel like it's trying too hard to be visually impressive. (Unlike The Conduit.)
    Lore is a bit weaker, but it's still very interesting. Definitely a good closeup for the Prime series. Has more pros than cons, so it get's a 9. No less, no more.    … Expand
  48. SilverUchiha
    Sep 28, 2011
    8
    Metroid Prime stunned audiences back in 2002 with some of the best visuals the gamecube had to offer, excellent gameplay, and an amazing story all in one bundle. Probably the best game for the gamecube. Metroid Prime 2 came out sometime thereafter and was good, but not nearly as good because the story just didn't quite fit. Now we have Metroid Prime 3: Corruption which has changed the MPMetroid Prime stunned audiences back in 2002 with some of the best visuals the gamecube had to offer, excellent gameplay, and an amazing story all in one bundle. Probably the best game for the gamecube. Metroid Prime 2 came out sometime thereafter and was good, but not nearly as good because the story just didn't quite fit. Now we have Metroid Prime 3: Corruption which has changed the MP formula a lot (both good and bad ways). So this review will probably take a little longer to plow through. Story wise, MP3 is back to form, in a way. It's not MP1 material (i.e. story takes a back seat setting up the scene and let's you figure it out as you go along). But it isn't bad. This game comes with its own cutscenes and I want to say this is the first game to include voice acting in the series. So Retro and Nintendo are really experimenting with the brand to see what sticks and what doesn't. While I'm not turned off by the voice acting addition, I feel like maybe they're trying to make Metroid more cinematic than it really needs to be. Why can't it be more akin to Half-Life where you stay in first person when the cutscenes take place, or is that asking for too much? But the story isn't bad. It takes elements from the first two games and explains them all so you know what the real problem has always been. You also have bounty hunter allies who, obviously, will turn on you later in the game. Which, I feel, is a bit short sighted on Nintendo's part. They could have been useful for universe expanding in future titles or multiplayer modes. Instead, they are just redshirts and nothing more. I especially liked Ghor's ability to meld with machinery because that's something I don't see every day. Metroid's and pirates play a much later role in this game than before (especially the pirates as you get to visit their homeworld). Ridley is back with a vengeance, making Samus reconsider the idea of a restraining order. And even Dark Samus is back because why the hell not? A lot is going on and you are the only phazon corrupted bounty hunter who doesn't go insane, so you have to do it all. Game play is different from previous games as this is on the Wii. and I feel like this is probably (to this day) the best FPS game the wii has to offer in terms of controls. It feels like a mouse-keyboard setup and that's probably the best way to have your FPS feel like so you can be more accurate. However, I feel like this game didn't try hard enough to challenge me. Unlike Prime 1 or 2, it took me only a weekend to beat it and I was on vacation with the family. If I found enough free time to pull it off then and still beat it, then the game is just too easy. But then I'm back to my MP1 complaint about the lack of a hard-mode from the get-go. The environments look better than ever and the variety of enemies (ranging from pirates, to lizards, to machines, to golems, and to other hunters) really gives the gameplay a lot of variety and also just makes it look far more appealing than shooting the same three or four dudes and bugs for three hours. I'd say that this isn't better than the first, but it overtakes the second. Metroid Prime 3 is probably one of the better games for the Wii and one of the better games overall. Worth buying it if you haven't yet.… Expand
  49. Teliiii
    Sep 4, 2011
    10
    This had got to be the best wii game in terms of graphics. If you are a person who finds games like this easy, well get ready for harder modes, because they have one of them available right from the start. The story line is amazing, and it is a great ending to the Metroid Prime Trilogy. But I have to admit that the final boss was a little easy, and could have been longer or harderThis had got to be the best wii game in terms of graphics. If you are a person who finds games like this easy, well get ready for harder modes, because they have one of them available right from the start. The story line is amazing, and it is a great ending to the Metroid Prime Trilogy. But I have to admit that the final boss was a little easy, and could have been longer or harder (considering it's the last in the Prime series). The Wii remote controls are amazingly precise, and it is hard to go back to regular controls after using wiimote-style controls. Overall, one of the best games for the Wii.… Expand
  50. oblivion2011
    Jul 3, 2011
    9
    Great port from the GameCube controller to the Wii controller. Once again, they put a lot of work into the game from the stunning visuals to the gameplay. I also like the controller options which helps balance out the more beginning players to the more professional gamers. But unfortunately, I did find the game to be really rough work with the Wii Motion, especially the Nunchuk.
  51. Theday
    Jun 1, 2011
    8
    An amazing game with new controls and features. The introduction of more of a plot kind of hurt the beginning of the game, but as soon as you leave Norin, the game begins to fit the usual Metroid mind space and isolation begins to fill in. As a fan of the series I must say the game is the easiest in the series and the shortest.
  52. starmario123
    Apr 27, 2011
    9
    9.5/10 = Incredible = The weakest prime game, and that says nothing seeing as the others are pure brilliance. This is a very great action game that gives the franchise an amazing send off. Love the amount of epic boss battles and addictiction level here as well, very Metroid.
  53. johnniedust
    Feb 11, 2011
    6
    Corruption definitely had its strong points. It excelled in graphics, controls, and gameplay. The plot was well done and the boss battles were fun. You just felt immersed in the game because of the first world view. The big problem with the game is the lack of instruction. It's difficult to know which way to go and it is so easy to get lost. Backtracking happened often and the gameCorruption definitely had its strong points. It excelled in graphics, controls, and gameplay. The plot was well done and the boss battles were fun. You just felt immersed in the game because of the first world view. The big problem with the game is the lack of instruction. It's difficult to know which way to go and it is so easy to get lost. Backtracking happened often and the game could have benefited from more instructions on where to go. Also, in the later part of the game, there is a giant backtracking quest to get energy cells.

    It's a mixed bag.    … Expand
  54. evanbiddulph
    Jan 4, 2011
    10
    Here's my Top 50 games of all time:

    The Legend of Zelda a Link to the Past
    Super Metroid
    The Legend of Zelda
    Metroid Prime (Trilogy)
    Banjo-Kazooie
    Resident Evil 4
    Tetris DS
    Words with Friends (Scrabble)
    Super Mario Galaxy
    Mike Tysonâ
  55. Ayeffkay
    Nov 7, 2010
    0
    Terrible controls ruin the end of an otherwise great trilogy. Lock-on targeting slips off for no reason, and bosses' weak points are tiny moving targets which can't be locked onto. Does the game look great? Sure. Is the story worth exploring? I don't know, I turned it off in disgust after yet another battle with the awful wiimote targeting.
  56. Higher_Standard
    Aug 23, 2010
    2
    As a fan of the metroid series i was loving this game. Unfortunately I can no longer play it for fear that I will lose control again and angrily throw that stupid wii mote through the window again. The wii mote completely killed this game for me. If I could use a decent controller with it I would play this game.
  57. LeoR.
    Nov 26, 2009
    6
    Wow, is this game overrated. I enjoyed he first few hours but this game gets soooooooo repetitive. Seriously, you basically mash the A button incessantly, firing the same weapon, for the last several hours of the game. Constant backtracking through worlds that are little more then corridors and a massive lack of story or character round out an already mediocre game. Rent it if your Wow, is this game overrated. I enjoyed he first few hours but this game gets soooooooo repetitive. Seriously, you basically mash the A button incessantly, firing the same weapon, for the last several hours of the game. Constant backtracking through worlds that are little more then corridors and a massive lack of story or character round out an already mediocre game. Rent it if your interested but I would not recommend buying it.… Expand
  58. AndrewO
    Mar 18, 2009
    5
    The game controls are great, the boss battles are a lot of fun. But the game for the most part is very boring, little fighting mostly puzzle solving which is really boring to me, i haven't played any of the previous games atleast that i remember. I was just expecting more action in the game.
  59. DavidG.
    Jan 30, 2009
    10
    This game is one of the few FPS's for Wii, I think they should make more FPS's for Wii. It is so realistic, you hold the wii remote and you point at the screen, do you can shoot, brilliant! The story is good aswell, so as graphics, but mainly the gameplay. You should try it with Wii Zapper and/or wiii remote, altough Wii Zapper was especially made for this.
  60. Rinkusu
    Dec 13, 2008
    8
    This was a great game, with excellent controls, but the difficulty of long play sessions due to the arm pain involved in aimining to shoot just makes the game alot more tedious and ulitmately detracts from the experince. Sorry, Retro, but the original Prime was the best in the series.
  61. CoryM
    Sep 6, 2008
    7
    Sorry this is a "good" game at best i dont personally find the controls to be that great and doors that sometimes take 10 seconds to load and the fact that it only looks marginally better than the first prime were all disappointments to me. That said i'm stilling playing through ti and enjoying it despite aggrivations and because i like metroid as a series i will finish it but lets Sorry this is a "good" game at best i dont personally find the controls to be that great and doors that sometimes take 10 seconds to load and the fact that it only looks marginally better than the first prime were all disappointments to me. That said i'm stilling playing through ti and enjoying it despite aggrivations and because i like metroid as a series i will finish it but lets be honest this is no 9.0 or even 8 imo nintendo needs to make a fuller more fleshed out 2D version than the gameboy has been seeing and call it a day.… Expand
  62. AlexR.
    Jul 24, 2008
    9
    Metroid Prime 3 is easily the most beautiful game out yet for the Wii. The controlles take full advantage of the Wii's injinuity and the overall control is perfect. The new features that faltered MP2's experiance have been thrown out of MP3 and even ones that weren't taken out were improved on greatly. The few downsides I saw in the game was that you only have one beam type Metroid Prime 3 is easily the most beautiful game out yet for the Wii. The controlles take full advantage of the Wii's injinuity and the overall control is perfect. The new features that faltered MP2's experiance have been thrown out of MP3 and even ones that weren't taken out were improved on greatly. The few downsides I saw in the game was that you only have one beam type that upgrades as you progress (2D Metroid style anyone?) and a few times there would be a few quite tough moments. Aside from the two this had the most interesting storyline yet in the Prime series. Like Metroid Prime first came out this is a must buy for the Wii.… Expand
  63. jackP
    Jul 16, 2008
    9
    This is the most natural feeling game i have played on the nintendo. Others seem too detached and blocky, where this responds to your every need. The scanning system eases some of the level difficulty and the shooting system allows an accurate yet fast weapon. The ship interface is brilliant but could do with a little bit more reality added. The one flaw with with this game i think is the This is the most natural feeling game i have played on the nintendo. Others seem too detached and blocky, where this responds to your every need. The scanning system eases some of the level difficulty and the shooting system allows an accurate yet fast weapon. The ship interface is brilliant but could do with a little bit more reality added. The one flaw with with this game i think is the staged boss battles, which are easily done with the scanner. i'm not going to tell you how much i like this game because you can guess from the fact that i could play it quite easily for 6 hours straight!… Expand
  64. MichaelM
    Jun 18, 2008
    9
    The game was very original, for a Metroid game, but the issue is is that the game was just to easy and short. It can be beaten in 15 hours. Also several features seemed useless. Like the curruption mode, it was good but most of the abilities were useless(such as the curruption grapple you only use once). And the ships missles, pointless. They were on the right track on this, especiall The game was very original, for a Metroid game, but the issue is is that the game was just to easy and short. It can be beaten in 15 hours. Also several features seemed useless. Like the curruption mode, it was good but most of the abilities were useless(such as the curruption grapple you only use once). And the ships missles, pointless. They were on the right track on this, especiall with voice acting, but they just need to make it longer and more unique.… Expand
  65. ConorL.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    Don't listen to the above or below 0/10 He's just rating it like that because he's a fanboy. This game is great. The controls, the music, even the wii's graphics are fully utilised. The gameplay is captivating and interesting. It makes a great change for the Metroid Franchise, let's hope that the next one is just as good.
  66. brik
    Mar 8, 2008
    9
    Very great, not as special as the last two though. more combat, sharper graphics, faster overall pacing, and the presence of friendlies instead of being all alone combine for a less atmospheric game. Can it be a better game technically but a weaker, less memorable experience? I suppose so since that's what it is.
  67. SimonY
    Feb 26, 2008
    9
    8.5. If your hoping for a Nintendo version of halo, be disapointed.This game is not a shoot 'em up, it's more like a first person version of Zelda(which is an extremely good thing), with guns (but the guns are actually quite poor). The game is completely immersive if you actually play for a couple of hours, and i know its a cliche, but the controls make you feel like you are in 8.5. If your hoping for a Nintendo version of halo, be disapointed.This game is not a shoot 'em up, it's more like a first person version of Zelda(which is an extremely good thing), with guns (but the guns are actually quite poor). The game is completely immersive if you actually play for a couple of hours, and i know its a cliche, but the controls make you feel like you are in the game. Problems include a very childish, cliched storyline about a galactic federation who are attacked by "space pirates" who sabotage their supercomputers which are powered by living spirits. Although in some parts, it can look like a poor 360 game, it also exposes the technical limitations of the wii, with enemies flashing red to indicate a hit, an=nd a lot of glitches, and environments you can't stand on. But despite this it is a very enjoyable game if given a proper chance, but is overated and not one of Nintendos best games ever. It seems Nintendo can't do FPS like everyone else, but instead create a new genre.… Expand
  68. JonathanA
    Feb 19, 2008
    8
    My least favorite of the Metroid Prime trilogy, despite some refinements in the design of the game that I think are worthwhile. The action is improved. Using the wii remote to interact directly with the world and in fights feels great. I also liked the stacking upgrades instead of how you collected and switched between them in the other two games. But Corruption also leaves behind a lot My least favorite of the Metroid Prime trilogy, despite some refinements in the design of the game that I think are worthwhile. The action is improved. Using the wii remote to interact directly with the world and in fights feels great. I also liked the stacking upgrades instead of how you collected and switched between them in the other two games. But Corruption also leaves behind a lot of what made Metroid appealing to me in the two previous games. This game never maintains the same feeling of being lost in a vast alien world as the other two entries did. Instead you fly around to numerous locations and it gives the game a much more compact feel, ironically, despite it stretching to multiple planets. It's a shame because each of these alien worlds features spectacular art direction and I longed to be free to immerse myself more fully in their landscapes. Corruption establishes itself at the very beginning as an action-first game, which I imagine will appeal to a broader audience but also makes it less original and that much less of a true Metroid game. You practically stumble upon upgrades instead of exploring and figuring out puzzles to find them. I found nothing special in the morph ball puzzles or in the boss battles....which I thought were TERRIBLE, with the single exception of the first free-fall fight with Ridley. Also, you are absolutely not alone on this adventure, which I think may be what truly robs Corruption of a lot of its atmosphere. You're given orders from higher ups in the military, making Samus out to be a hero for the goodguys instead of a lone vigilant exploring lost regions of space...at times, I felt like Retro Studios was really trying to make Samus to be more of a Master Chief sort of hero. Let Samus be Samus. She feels out of place when leading troops and taking part in military meetings.… Expand
  69. JerryS.
    Jan 2, 2008
    8
    This is a great game, with a few major flaws. Graphics and controls are wonderful. Flaws are: (1). There is too wide a disparity between the difficulty of the gameplay, and the boss battles. My kids love playing the game, but are unable to beat the bosses, get frustrated, and stop playing the game. The boss battles are just too hard and tedious. There is no way to use any type of This is a great game, with a few major flaws. Graphics and controls are wonderful. Flaws are: (1). There is too wide a disparity between the difficulty of the gameplay, and the boss battles. My kids love playing the game, but are unable to beat the bosses, get frustrated, and stop playing the game. The boss battles are just too hard and tedious. There is no way to use any type of inginuity to kiil a boss quickly with an imaginative move. (2). Game designers should not use the "Save" feature as a game difficulty mechanism. Do they even realize how hard it is to get someone to quit playing to have dinner, do homework, or go to bed once they have several hours invested in play and have no way to save? A player should be allowed to save at any time, period. At least, make it a configurable feature and let the player decide. (3) The game is too scripted, with only one way to accomplish most tasks. Too many things need to be done in perfect order, and there are places where you can't even proceed unless you do something that may not be intuitive. A perfect example of this, is the "Destroy Western Generator" room. My kids reasoned that the anti-aircraft guns would damage their ship, so they did not think to call in a bombing run. But unless you have your ship do the run, all of the doors stay locked, and you just can't go anywhere. That's stupid. (4). More weapon variety is needed. I think the designers should play a couple of episodes of "Ratchet and Clank" to see how it should work.… Expand
  70. MarkG.
    Dec 18, 2007
    8
    A cornerstone of the joy to be found in Metroid games, Prime or no Prime, is the way in which the player acquires new abilities to manipulate past-trodden environments in new ways, opening up new areas and revealing further scope. This isn't utterly absent from Prime 3, but at times the game is simply far too linear for its title. As a result of the eschewed back-tracking the game A cornerstone of the joy to be found in Metroid games, Prime or no Prime, is the way in which the player acquires new abilities to manipulate past-trodden environments in new ways, opening up new areas and revealing further scope. This isn't utterly absent from Prime 3, but at times the game is simply far too linear for its title. As a result of the eschewed back-tracking the game feels smaller, and finishing it feels like less of an accomplishment. The environments, although beautiful, lack the colour palette and varying atmospheres found in the first Prime game. The exception, and the games saving grace, is the beautifully constructed 'Skytown' which, with its zip-wires and sky-bound morph ball tracks, is possibly the most jaw-droppingly ethereal area to be found in any Metroid game. It's pretty, polished and playable then, but in this long-time fans estimation, we need another Super Metroid. The DS is the perfect platform, so why not?… Expand
  71. JeffZ.
    Dec 4, 2007
    10
    The best controlling first person shooter I have played to date. Wonderful graphics, plus the Metrod feel make this a must buy game.
  72. ZombieW.
    Nov 25, 2007
    9
    Finally a decent FPS for Wii. This game has amazing controls and beautiful graphics. The AI is good and the enemies come in wide varieties. Also, everyone loves the morph ball! This is a system mover for sure.
  73. ScottW.
    Nov 23, 2007
    10
    This game is absolutly top notch. Barely a flaw to be seen, it's amazing how genius artisitc direction can make up for lack of HD graphics any day. The game is a little more shooty than the other prime games, and perhaps a little less adventury, but it's still the best game on Wii so far and should not be missed by anyway. The motion controls are far from gimmicky, making things This game is absolutly top notch. Barely a flaw to be seen, it's amazing how genius artisitc direction can make up for lack of HD graphics any day. The game is a little more shooty than the other prime games, and perhaps a little less adventury, but it's still the best game on Wii so far and should not be missed by anyway. The motion controls are far from gimmicky, making things like tearing enemies shields off and unlocking combination locks all the more interactive.… Expand
  74. EmilS.
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    It's beautiful, demanding and perfectly controllable - one of the best first person action-adventures ever and a great end for the prime-series. I would give it a 9.5, because it has some minor issues, e.g. it's sometimes annoying to have to wait 5 seconds until a door opens. I am looking forward to seeing what Retro is doing next.
  75. KenG.
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    One of my favorite franchises gets another go in the 3D world, and Corruption ends the Prime Trilogy on a super high note. Retro and Nintendo does it again. I can't wait for whatever Retro does next since they're taking a break from the MP series.
  76. finbastard
    Nov 17, 2007
    7
    It was a pretty solid game, but even as a life-long Nintendofanboy I can't exactly say that this was anything that amazing... because it isn't. The controls are fun, sure, but the playing is extremely repetitive with it's chores. Basically it's everything that Metroid Prime 2 was and isn't anything that Metroid Prime 1 was.
  77. MichaelB.
    Nov 14, 2007
    9
    A great game. Great controls, great graphics for Wii, and great level design. Excellent pacing. The atmosphere and music are good, but not quite up to Prime 1's standards aside from a few instances. The higher linearity in Corruption is a mixed bag, in my opinion, because while it kept the action going, it meant you only had to go back to each area once. Door loads somewhat A great game. Great controls, great graphics for Wii, and great level design. Excellent pacing. The atmosphere and music are good, but not quite up to Prime 1's standards aside from a few instances. The higher linearity in Corruption is a mixed bag, in my opinion, because while it kept the action going, it meant you only had to go back to each area once. Door loads somewhat frequently annoy. Still a fantastic game, enjoyable, immersive, and beautiful from start to finish. And Dan S., you're supposed to use the grapple beam to pull shields away.… Expand
  78. RobC.
    Nov 12, 2007
    9
    From what i've played so far, it definately lives up to the fan expectations. Just like your nintendo big dogs, like zelda and mario. They progress and are still classic amazing games to date. If you've come to this game new and thought "this aint for me" well you'll have ahd to have grown up with the series as a child to know the true feeling you get from these games. They From what i've played so far, it definately lives up to the fan expectations. Just like your nintendo big dogs, like zelda and mario. They progress and are still classic amazing games to date. If you've come to this game new and thought "this aint for me" well you'll have ahd to have grown up with the series as a child to know the true feeling you get from these games. They still know how to make games.… Expand
  79. DanS.
    Nov 3, 2007
    5
    Poor realism. stupid puzzles. so your right in this enemies face... but he holds a little shield like the clear ones in halo. too bad. cant shoot him. cant shoot him in the head, back, nothing. dont matter where you try, it just "doesnt count" -that's poor form. I quit. and the at stupid ball thing.. right, like all these special tunnels are just waiting for you to come along. what a joke.
  80. CarlosM.
    Oct 30, 2007
    10
    I'm sure this game is not perfect, but it is truly hard to find anything this game does wrong. I don't know why people is giving this game such low scores. I give it a 10 because i think it's closer to it than a 9. I think this game should be played by anyone that thinks that FPS are all the same, this one is not, this one is better in my opinion. It even makes worth buying I'm sure this game is not perfect, but it is truly hard to find anything this game does wrong. I don't know why people is giving this game such low scores. I give it a 10 because i think it's closer to it than a 9. I think this game should be played by anyone that thinks that FPS are all the same, this one is not, this one is better in my opinion. It even makes worth buying a Wii just for this one game, it's that good, so.... do it!… Expand
  81. BenY.
    Oct 29, 2007
    10
    Perfect ending to Metroid Prime. Gears of War, Halo 3, Bioshock, . . . those games don't deserve their high ratings. This game is Underrated! The design of each world, and just the intuition of making each planet it's own idea, and it's own culture was, INCREDIBLE! There are soo many things to enjoy about this game. First off the Wii remote is all but perfected! I love it, Perfect ending to Metroid Prime. Gears of War, Halo 3, Bioshock, . . . those games don't deserve their high ratings. This game is Underrated! The design of each world, and just the intuition of making each planet it's own idea, and it's own culture was, INCREDIBLE! There are soo many things to enjoy about this game. First off the Wii remote is all but perfected! I love it, coming from Red Steel(Wii launch FPS) the controls are much more, . .well, under control. I love a game where I get to do puzzles by physically doing the movement I see on the screen. The characters are likable, Samus is awesome, and the whole plot is knitted perfectly together with no holes, or room for improvement. And unlike it's predecessors there is little to no backtracking. Yeah, so it didn't take me as long to beat it, but I enjoyed more than any of the other Metroid Games! Bravo Nintendo, you got a 10 from me!!! I look forward to the next Metroid.… Expand
  82. CarlosD.
    Oct 29, 2007
    9
    Personally I hate FPS but metroid has changed my way of thinking, controls, interactiveness and non dizzyness 3D graphics has made this sport crazy fan..a first person fan!!!!
  83. rawrog
    Oct 27, 2007
    9
    i have been playing almost all the metroid games and i can honestly say that this is one of the best in the series. sure there are few flaws there and here like the slow opening doors, and story my not get you in to the game as much as the other prime gmaes, but this is really one of the best metriod and wii game out now. so go buy it already, its worth your money
  84. BenS.
    Oct 25, 2007
    6
    The controls are good, but each Prime game has felt less and less like Metroid. Most bosses do a dash attack, a stomp/shockwave attack, a sweeping beam attack, and something that involves an orb you have to shoot before they deal damage / heal themselves. The cinematics you see after beating bosses, as well as the bosses themselves, are copied and pasted from one another. Material is The controls are good, but each Prime game has felt less and less like Metroid. Most bosses do a dash attack, a stomp/shockwave attack, a sweeping beam attack, and something that involves an orb you have to shoot before they deal damage / heal themselves. The cinematics you see after beating bosses, as well as the bosses themselves, are copied and pasted from one another. Material is re-used so much from the previous two games that it comes off as lazy. Finally, the levels are small and feel like traditional levels, making the game more linear. I was disappointed.… Expand
  85. TobyO.
    Oct 23, 2007
    8
    I'm kind of glad to see Metroid Prime go (if, in fact, this is the final chapter). While I love exploring, the amazing visual style (this has 360-quality graphics) and Samus with her arsenal; there's a lot to dislike. The backtracking is just as bad here, despite the smaller levels. The controls prove a Wii FPS can work, but lock-on is quite flawed. I also was unimpressed with I'm kind of glad to see Metroid Prime go (if, in fact, this is the final chapter). While I love exploring, the amazing visual style (this has 360-quality graphics) and Samus with her arsenal; there's a lot to dislike. The backtracking is just as bad here, despite the smaller levels. The controls prove a Wii FPS can work, but lock-on is quite flawed. I also was unimpressed with the story. I still played through the whole thing, but it left me slightly disappointed. Maybe that's because there are so many other top-notch FPS games out there (Bioshock, Halo 3, Orange Box).… Expand
  86. SamJ
    Oct 19, 2007
    7
    Although this game doesn't offer that magical feeling of achievement you get from playing Resident Evil 4 or The Legend of Zelda : Twilight Princess. You do get a very enjoyable game with some of the best Wii controls to date. However, if you are new to the series the story doesn't really bring you up to date. Best to seek out an online synopsis to understand what's happening.
  87. MikeG.
    Oct 10, 2007
    6
    Massively overrated. Levels are small and nowhere near as in depth as past Metroid Primes, flying to other planets breaks all sense of continuity, and the boss fights are at times infuriating - which is strange considering that the game is otherwise fairly easy. Not a bad game by any means, but certainly not the miracle that most people claim it to be.
  88. BartB.
    Oct 7, 2007
    10
    The best shooter I've played in ages. The controls, where you lock onto a baddie but can aim off of it to hit others, don
  89. AndrewG.
    Oct 5, 2007
    7
    Like most everyone, I found the controls in MP3 to be stellar - far far better than dual analog. Unfortunately, though, the game doesn't really do much for me; I definitely prefer MP1. My primary gripes: The 'puzzles' are stupidly easy - especially anything involving the morphball. The story/narrative is very bland - extremely cookie cutter. Also, other than the second one, Like most everyone, I found the controls in MP3 to be stellar - far far better than dual analog. Unfortunately, though, the game doesn't really do much for me; I definitely prefer MP1. My primary gripes: The 'puzzles' are stupidly easy - especially anything involving the morphball. The story/narrative is very bland - extremely cookie cutter. Also, other than the second one, the boss battles are really boring - primarily because arena battles can get old really fast when beating the boss is just a matter of time. Overall, I would probably recommend MP3, even though I have no urge to finish it. … Expand
  90. RayX
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    Simply on of the best game of 2007. Perfect controls, awesome Level design, with a game design faithful to the series.
  91. TomL.
    Sep 22, 2007
    7
    Yet another GameCube game warmed up for the Wii, technically brilliant but it's not worth the investment over the GameCube games
  92. AramisG.
    Sep 17, 2007
    7
    It is really hard to give this game a 7, but it is my least favorite of the three Prime games. Visually and control wise it is phenomenal. The game looks organic in a way the even Gears of War didn't. The worlds are lush and a pleasure to look at. However, the level designs are not as intricate or interesting (although they look great). The environmental puzzles have been dumbed It is really hard to give this game a 7, but it is my least favorite of the three Prime games. Visually and control wise it is phenomenal. The game looks organic in a way the even Gears of War didn't. The worlds are lush and a pleasure to look at. However, the level designs are not as intricate or interesting (although they look great). The environmental puzzles have been dumbed down. Boss fights and design border on boring (almost all of them have the jump/shockwave move). The fight against Monegar is litterally the most annoying fight in the series. Somehow every boss fight after this one is a piece of cake. Also, many of Samus up-grades barely get utilized. For instance, you use the phazon missle to one one door. Lastly, I am not a fan of the voice overs. It takes away from the atmosphere that the two previous games had. It feels as though the game designers were trying to move Metroid towards a more FPS direction in the way that Hunters did. Not a good thing in my book. Still, it is a pretty good game and will most likely satisfy any Metroid fan...it just isn't nearly as good as Prime or Echoes.… Expand
  93. AdamO.
    Sep 14, 2007
    10
    Metroid Prime 3: Corruption is a masterpiece. Screw the old method of playing shooters; MP3 refines everything about a shooter. The controls are the best shooter controls ever in a videogame; they represent real life shooting. Pointing and clicking is all it takes to be perfect. Also, there are some unbelievable weapons, like the grapple lasso, which can pull stuff to you, and also rip Metroid Prime 3: Corruption is a masterpiece. Screw the old method of playing shooters; MP3 refines everything about a shooter. The controls are the best shooter controls ever in a videogame; they represent real life shooting. Pointing and clicking is all it takes to be perfect. Also, there are some unbelievable weapons, like the grapple lasso, which can pull stuff to you, and also rip off enemy's shields. The new corruption element is pretty darn cool, too, as it makes you an ultra-powered monster hunter (not literally monster), which certain abilities. But here's the twist: Hypermode sucks up health, offering challenges and decisions. Some cool weapons are also Seeker Missle, which lets you charge up your missle and then shoot five mini-missles, and the Plasma Beam, which, of course, every Metroid fan should know of. Your ship also plays a big part in the game, with landing so you can upgrade your ship or save, with destroying things using missles, and others. Although some Star Fox-style space-shooting segments would have been nice, the ship command feature is pretty sweet. The graphics and enemy design are amazing, but the level design...OH MY GOD!!! The level design is the greatest I've ever seen in years, it's even better than Twilight Princess. There are some negatives in this game (sadly). The voice-acting sort of takes away that haunting feel of Metroid games. Other than that, run, don't walk, to your nearby game retail store, pick up a Wii, and pick up MP3 (and Twilight Princess).… Expand
  94. RichardH.
    Sep 14, 2007
    10
    Im 30 hours in and still have a while to play, and loving every second of it. This game is creative. Its clever. Its fun. It the greatest use of the Wiimote and Nunchuck. And, graphically, it gives 360 a big run for its money. May I add that, the "morph ball" element of this game is so amazing. If I could give it a 20 out of 10, I would.
  95. AlexH.
    Sep 11, 2007
    10
    This is a "10" in my book. I am pretty far into it, and it is immersive and addictive. The graphics are gorgeous, I think even by next-gen standards, but what makes it great are the gameplay and the storyline. I think this is the best title for the Wii out there, with the possible exception of Twillight Princess, and I now expect great things for shooters on the Wii in the future. I This is a "10" in my book. I am pretty far into it, and it is immersive and addictive. The graphics are gorgeous, I think even by next-gen standards, but what makes it great are the gameplay and the storyline. I think this is the best title for the Wii out there, with the possible exception of Twillight Princess, and I now expect great things for shooters on the Wii in the future. I can't compare the controls to BioShock (which, by all acounts, is an awesome game as well) because I haven't played it, but as an avid Halo 1 and 2 fan, I can honestly say the control set up here is better than those games. That's not to say they were bad; they were great, of course, but the control scheme here is just better. My only quibbles are just that some of the randomly generated creature fights get a little old, because they keep re-generating and are pretty easy to beat, and there are a few too many rooms that exist just to force you to jump or swing across a chasm (which gets pretty boring after awhile, both because suit upgrades make it easy and because you have to back-track at different points in the game). But those are minor quibbles, and doesn't stop it from a 10 rating.… Expand
  96. MaxR.
    Sep 8, 2007
    10
    This game should not be ranked as second best on the Wii. A 91 does not even begin to describe the quality of Metroid Prime 3. The Metroid series has always been great but the first time they ever did something radically different was when they brought the series into 3D. This game goes out there and does many things that people just weren't expecting from a Metroid game. They This game should not be ranked as second best on the Wii. A 91 does not even begin to describe the quality of Metroid Prime 3. The Metroid series has always been great but the first time they ever did something radically different was when they brought the series into 3D. This game goes out there and does many things that people just weren't expecting from a Metroid game. They included voice acting which is a first for the series and also a first for Nintendo. Although there are many games that are superb on the Wii, Twilight Princess, Super Paper Mario, Resident Evil 4, they all began life on the Gamecube. Metroid Prime 3 is the first true Wii game. It was built from the ground up for the Wii and helps remind you what exactly you got your Wii for. For magnificent gameplay experiences like this. There are three control sensitivity settings, but the advanced setting is really the way to go. After the first level with that setting you'll be taking out enemies in no time. The game also features something called Lock-on Free-aim. This allows you to lock on to a target, but still be able to aim anywhere you want while the locked on target becomes your strafe point. You can also turn it off if you just want your shots to shoot what you're locked on to. This is roughly a twenty hour adventure and i loved every second of it. This is the one true Wii game out there. It is THE reason to own a Wii and the reason to pick one up if you haven't already. It proves that an FPS-style game can be done on a Wii if the developer just steps it up. I can not see this game as deserving anything less than a perfect 10.… Expand
  97. MarkR.
    Sep 7, 2007
    8
    It would be actually a 8.5. The gameplay is excellent, great graphics and art direction, the only think I regret about is no online multiplayer or no multiplayer even at all. Overall, it's an awesome game, really.
  98. KevinH.
    Sep 6, 2007
    10
    Wow, one of the best games I have ever played. It just sucks you in and you want to keep playing. Not to mention, the controls are AMAZING! I hope this will be a model of what games are to be in the future.
  99. AdamF.
    Sep 6, 2007
    10
    Can't believe this game only got a 91 so far. Seriously, Corruption is one of the best games ever made. Thanks to the art direction and use of lighting, the graphics are the best the Wii has seen, and the new FPS controlles will make any hardcore shooter fan want to get a Wii. Who cares if it is basically the same as its predecessors? Its practically flawless.
  100. JohnT.
    Sep 5, 2007
    7
    Rating- 6.5. A strict rent! Do not buy this, or the Wii for this- nothing memorable strikes in enough to justify the dough over games with more modern design. Controls are top-notch, reminding a lot of people who bought the Wii of its potential, but gameplay mechanics sometimes isn't even close to modern shooters- on one perspective it's closer to the first 2 Metroid FPSes than Rating- 6.5. A strict rent! Do not buy this, or the Wii for this- nothing memorable strikes in enough to justify the dough over games with more modern design. Controls are top-notch, reminding a lot of people who bought the Wii of its potential, but gameplay mechanics sometimes isn't even close to modern shooters- on one perspective it's closer to the first 2 Metroid FPSes than well, anything else, but on the other perspective it PALES hard compared to current shooters like BioShock. The game design- atmosphere, plot, character development- isn't really anything special in times like these. This would be an avant-garde FPS in 2004/5, but now it feels stale, repetitive, derivative of the old ones without innovating enough in the places it matter. For people who haven't bought a Wii yet (but have the Gamecube and played Metroid) this is not the killer app. BioShock, Mass Effect, etc games are looking much better in terms of giving you motivation to play (Gave the former a 10) instead of you playing just to finish the story arc. I'm disappointed in quite little progress Retro Studios have made in so many delays of the game.… Expand
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#3 Best Wii Game of 2007
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#3 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2007
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#7 Most Shared Wii Game of 2007

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 62 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 62
  3. Negative: 0 out of 62
  1. Worth Playing
    85
    Even with a low difficulty level, lackluster story and flawed unlockables, Metroid Prime 3 is certainly a must-play for Wii owners.
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  2. NintendoWorldReport
    95
    A true gamer's game, a lovingly crafted science-fiction magnum opus, a showcase title not only for excellent motion controls but also stunning artwork that rivals anything in gaming.
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  3. Gamer 2.0
    91
    Proof that not all sequels are quick attempts to cash in; Corruption takes the already outstanding formula of the previous games and retools it into one of the most solid and rewarding experiences in years.
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