Metroid Dread

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  • Summary: Join intergalactic bounty hunter Samus Aran in her first new 2D Metroid™ story in 19 years. Samus’ story continues after the events of the Metroid™ Fusion game when she descends upon planet ZDR to investigate a mysterious transmission sent to the Galactic Federation. The remote planet hasJoin intergalactic bounty hunter Samus Aran in her first new 2D Metroid™ story in 19 years. Samus’ story continues after the events of the Metroid™ Fusion game when she descends upon planet ZDR to investigate a mysterious transmission sent to the Galactic Federation. The remote planet has become overrun by vicious alien lifeforms and chilling mechanical menaces. Samus is more agile and capable than ever, but can she overcome the inhuman threat stalking the depths of ZDR?

    Face off against unrelenting E.M.M.I. robots

    Once DNA-extracting research machines, the imposing E.M.M.I. are now hunting Samus down. Tensions are high as you evade these E.M.M.I. to avoid a cruel death while finding a way to take them down. Find out what turned these robotic wonders into the scourge of ZDR and escape with your life.

    Feel Samus’ power grow as you gain maneuvers and abilities

    Acquire new and familiar abilities as you traverse the many environments of this dangerous world. Parkour over obstacles, slide through tight spaces, counter enemies, and battle your way through the planet. Return to areas and use your new abilities to find upgrades, alternate paths, and a way forward. Explore the sprawling map, evade and destroy E.M.M.I. robots, and overcome the dread plaguing ZDR.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 116 out of 124
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 124
  3. Negative: 0 out of 124
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 18, 2022
    100
    Quotation forthcoming.
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  2. Nintendo Life
    Oct 6, 2021
    100
    Metroid Dread is a triumphant return for both Samus Aran and developer MercurySteam. This is a super-slick, hugely entertaining and exquisitely designed entry in the Metroid franchise that plays better than anything we've seen from the series so far. With a bunch of fantastic new abilities, super tense and enjoyable stealth sections, plenty of great big boss fights and a story that fans will definitely enjoy, we can't really see how this one could have been any better. Best Metroid game ever? This could be the one.
  3. Vandal
    Oct 6, 2021
    91
    Metroid Dread is the comeback we have been dreaming about for years. There is some room for improvement, but overall it’s an incredibly solid game and a must-buy for any Metroid (or metroidvania) fan.
  4. Checkpoint Gaming
    Oct 6, 2021
    90
    A continuation of Samus’ story from Metroid Fusion, Metroid Dread excels as a hybrid of both classic and modern Metroid gameplay. The exploration and combat are top-notch, with satisfying boss fights complete with stunning graphics and mid-action cutscenes. It’s only a few nitpicks that prevent Dread from being a masterpiece, but that still means that it’s a must-have for Metroid fans. The future holds a lot of promise for Samus Aran.
  5. PCMag
    Oct 6, 2021
    90
    Metroid Dread for the Nintendo Switch is a worthy holder of the title "Metroid 5." Its sprawling world begs you to explore every inch of it, and while it keeps Samus Returns' control elements, they feel much better on the Switch. This is a proper Metroid 5, and that's more than enough to make it an Editors’ Choice pick for Switch games.
  6. WellPlayed
    Oct 6, 2021
    85
    An intoxicating power climb, top-notch level design and a fear-inducing hook make this an incredibly compelling and long overdue side-scrolling Metroid sequel. It struggles with sticking too closely to the roots of its decades-old predecessors and could definitely learn a thing or two from contemporary Metroidvanias, but it's a blast all the same.
  7. We Got This Covered
    Oct 28, 2021
    50
    Metroid Dread can't commit to giving players an action-packed power fantasy or a suspenseful adventure against the odds. It's quick, short, and snappy -- all things that can be good when used right, but not at all what Metroid Dread set out to deliver.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,146 out of 1372
  2. Mixed: 104 out of 1372
  3. Negative: 122 out of 1372
  1. Ripper36
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Wow, what a hell of a game. Have always loved Metriod since 1989 on the NES. Weather its Prime or side scroller, i love them all. GraphicsWow, what a hell of a game. Have always loved Metriod since 1989 on the NES. Weather its Prime or side scroller, i love them all. Graphics are just top notch. Cut scenes to gameplay its a pretty game. The controls are great and the story is pretty good so far(just beat 4th boss) so i have more to play. But from what i have played i love. Brings in oldskool gamers to modern perfectly. You will die a few times before u get farther but its worth it. Great job NIntendo!… Expand
  2. damian16
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Amazing game, no complaints so far, the gameplay is just amazing and the story is an excellent conlussion for Samus Journey
  4. Shwiftyin
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    If I had to choose a game of the year this is easily it, I am new to the Metroid series and went into this game with low hopes, it blew myIf I had to choose a game of the year this is easily it, I am new to the Metroid series and went into this game with low hopes, it blew my expectations out of the water. Definitely getting the next Metroid game if there is to be one, this game is a masterpiece. 10/10, it executes boss fights so well and I had no idea you could make fights so epic because this game does it REALLY WELL, the boss fights are challenging and badass. It isn’t at all what I thought I was getting into, the trailer in my opinion looked kinda lame other than the EMMI’s but playing as Samus there is so much tension and dread. The hardest part of the game is finding out where to go, the structure is secretly pretty linear but I still got lost at times, don’t get me wrong though, it was super fun figuring out where to go and satisfying.… Expand
  5. Rpg89
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    This game is well made. I love how challenging the boss battles are, It makes you think strategy than shooting sporadically. A great way ofThis game is well made. I love how challenging the boss battles are, It makes you think strategy than shooting sporadically. A great way of making it challenging for people looking for something not overly easy or complicated. For those flagging this game with zero stars don't pay attention to them. They're paid trolls, who will stop at nothing to discredit the good works of the developers.… Expand
  6. SeaSphynx
    Oct 30, 2021
    9
    An absolutely incredible game. Not my favorite Metroid but one of the best nonetheless. The controls, bosses, and sense of bad-assery areAn absolutely incredible game. Not my favorite Metroid but one of the best nonetheless. The controls, bosses, and sense of bad-assery are definitely the best in the series but everything else has been better in other Metroid games (music, atmosphere, story, etc.). Still, I had a phenomenal time, it is absurdly addicting, and an absolute must-buy for any Switch owner.… Expand
  7. Parzival127
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    One of the best games I have played on the Switch. My introduction to the Metroid series and I am a huge fan now. The game is beautiful andOne of the best games I have played on the Switch. My introduction to the Metroid series and I am a huge fan now. The game is beautiful and movement and combat fluid.
    The game is difficult but does not pretend like it isn't. From the get go, the game let's you know that it is trying to earn the "Dread" subtitle. It's not for everyone, but it is definitely for me.    … Expand
  8. elterrible
    Nov 15, 2021
    0
    This game is fantastic, it really is! I don't know why, but Nintendo really has an edge when it comes to creating compelling games that areThis game is fantastic, it really is! I don't know why, but Nintendo really has an edge when it comes to creating compelling games that are fun to play. They never seem to have the most powerful hardware anymore, but they still manage to deliver time and time again. Metroid Dread is no exception to this rule either.

    Going into it, it's simply the best looking Metroid of the bunch and the cutscenes are great too. You would be hard pressed to show me any game that is getting more out of the hardware it is coded for than this.

    There's even quick kills for some of the harder bosses if you're struggling and overall the game play is very good.

    I cannot say enough good things about this game, if you're on the fence buy it and play the dukie out of it!

    Oh and ignore the 1 star reviews on Amazon, they're completely inaccurate. This is just because Amazon wouldn't let me say it on their site. :D    … Expand

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