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September 2017
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The editors liked
A long
Sprawling adventure filled with discovery and excitement
Intelligently revives Metroid II by adopting elements of more modern Metroid games
Contributes to the series' lore in subtle yet meaningful ways
Despite being a remake
Streamlines explor
Great visuals
Enhanced by 3D
Atmospheric
A true 2D Metroid
Rewarding exploration
New mechanics including the all-new melee attack and Aeion abilities
Aeion abilities function as brilliant difficulty adjustor
Brilliant return to classic Metroid form
Cool new secrets and twists
Excellent soundtrack
Melee counter deepens combat
Fantastic animations
Excellent re-imagining of the formula
Combat is perfectly balanced
Stunning soundtrack
More than a few surprises
The editors didn't like
The one instance of inconsistent logic is a frustrating bump on the road to 100%
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Published: 2017-10-03, Author: Paul , review by: gaming-age.com
Abstract: While I had a Gameboy back in the day, I never got my hands on a copy of Metroid 2. I remember the mysterious and moody Metroid from the NES, but didn't have much of an attachment to the series back then. Fast forward to 2017 and you know who didn't forge...
Metroid: Samus Returns is a must-purchase for any long-time Metroid fan and a perfect example of the genre. It bodes well for Metroid's future and makes me excited for Samus's next big adventure...
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Published: 2017-09-18, Author: Sean , review by: Gamingnexus.com
Abstract: It's been rough for Metroid fans over the past few years. After the tone-deaf disaster of Metroid Other M in 2010 and the flop of Metroid Prime Federation Force last year—a confusing spinoff nobody really wanted—it looked like Nintendo was going to dump S...
Published: 2017-09-14, Author: Dave , review by: wccftech.com
Great visuals, enhanced by 3D, Atmospheric, A true 2D Metroid
Sometimes fiddly controls, Might be too short for some
Metroid: Samus Returns is another wonderful 3DS game that gives owners yet another reason to pick up their 3DS consoles, even with the Switch's growing library. It looks great, plays great, and is as faithful to older Metroid games as you could ask for. A...
Published: 2017-09-12, Author: Peter , review by: gamespot.com
A long, sprawling adventure filled with discovery and excitement, Intelligently revives Metroid II by adopting elements of more modern Metroid games, Contributes to the series' lore in subtle yet meaningful ways, despite being a remake, Streamlines explor
The one instance of inconsistent logic is a frustrating bump on the road to 100%
Published: 2017-09-12, Author: Mike , review by: venturebeat.com
Samus Returns has an appropriate name. It really does feel like a homecoming for a franchise that I love. It's great to be playing a new 2D Metroid.But it doesn't just work off of nostalgia. Samus Returns's new ideas actually add improvements to the class...
Published: 2017-09-12, Author: Sean , review by: engadget.com
Abstract: The last few years have been good to Nintendo fans. There have been plenty of games starring the company's italian mascot, new adventures in the land of hyrule as well as re-releases of some of the most popular Legend of Zelda games in the last twenty yea...
Impressive effort with a few noticeable problems holding it back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash. How we score: The Destructoid Reviews Guide...