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Metroid Dread (Switch)

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Developer: Mercury Steam Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Game Details: Join intergalactic bounty hunter Samus Aran in her first new 2D Metroid™ story in 19 years. Samus’
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 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 offJoin 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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Developer: Mercury Steam Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Genre(s): Action Adventure Open-World
Number of players: No Online Multiplayer
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Metascore Generally favorable reviews
95 Positive Ratings 96%
3 Mixed Ratings 3%
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Twinfinite
Oct 16, 2021
"Metroid Dread takes risks for the series, but it succeeds in doing so. The ending was completely grand, and the interpretations of the final scenes will leave me thinking about the game for a long time to come." ... Read full review
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Atomix
Oct 6, 2021
"Probably the game that I have enjoyed the most in this 2021 and one of my favorites from the wide catalog of the Nintendo Switch. MercurySteam did it and Samus is back better than ever. " ... Read full review
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Vandal
Oct 6, 2021
"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." ... Read full review
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XGN
Oct 6, 2021
"Metroid Dread is the return of Samus we waited for almost twenty years. The closing chapter of Samus' adventure is intended to kickstart the era of the Switch OLED and it does it with a bang. The game looks delicious and plays seamlessly smooth. The game has some minor flaws but feels nearly perfect as you search the depths of ZDR and need to flee the E.M.M.I. to save your life. This is simply a must-buy for everyone that owns a Switch." ... Read full review
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Hobby Consolas
Oct 6, 2021
"Metroid Dread surpasses all our expectations and has everything we could have ask for: exploration, impressive action sequences, great atmosphere, tension and the best Samus incarnation. If we look at it as a metroidvania it doesn't reach the same level of greatness as some of the finest examples of the genre... But it comes close." ... Read full review
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Wccftech
Oct 6, 2021
"Metroid Dread proves that the Metroid franchise is still ready to innovate the genre it helped build with exciting new ideas. While it hasn't taken on all the lessons from newcomers that have filled in since its absence, it doesn't feel like an outsider looking in." ... Read full review
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Digitally Downloaded
Oct 6, 2021
"I left Metroid Dread feeling quite conflicted about it. On the one hand, I do think it is fundamentally well designed, and the main gameplay element - the robot stalkers - are woven into the Metroid formula beautifully. On the other hand, that Metroid formula is getting long in the tooth and Dread doesn't do nearly enough to revitalise it. Dread is fine. It's not just nearly memorable enough for a game that fans have been waiting so many years for now." ... Read full review
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dharma
Oct 17, 2021
Metroid Dread is probably one of the best Switch game released, and one of the best Metroid game after Prime and Super Metroid. Mercury SteamMetroid Dread is probably one of the best Switch game released, and one of the best Metroid game after Prime and Super Metroid. Mercury Steam finally has perfected their own formula, started back with Samus Returns, and created a challenging game that will make you glued to your Switch. What more can I say? Just buy it.… Expand
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Ripper36
Oct 9, 2021
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
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marcusniles
Oct 12, 2021
The game was everything I hoped it would be. The atmosphere was amazing, and the music was original while also including some great remix’sThe game was everything I hoped it would be. The atmosphere was amazing, and the music was original while also including some great remix’s
The gameplay was also phenomenal. All the upgrades were amazing, and every upgrade was used in a meaningful way. Best 2d Metroid for me, I loved it… Expand
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Wreckless
Oct 12, 2021
Metroid is back. This game had insanely high expectations and I'm happy to report it has met and even exceeded it in some cases. It's justMetroid is back. This game had insanely high expectations and I'm happy to report it has met and even exceeded it in some cases. It's just simply a great video game. The story is compelling and and filled with suprises. It's sci-fi and horror and it makes you feel scared and tension at times like not many other games do. The gameplay is fast and thrilling. The action is wild. It's primarily 2D and looks amazing. There are also 3D cut scenes/fight sequences that are visually stunning. The boss battles and EMMIs are challenging to conquer, and you'll need to learn to defeat them, which makes you feel great when you finally do. There's tons of creatures to fight. And the best part is the weapons and abilities. Samus has a lot of great ones returning and some astounding new ones. As a metrovania fan who has played and loved the new class like Ori and Hollow Knight, I was still blown away at times by Dread. It's a must play.… Expand
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PewPewMcP
Oct 14, 2021
If Super Metroid was made in 2021, it would look and feel like this game. Samus is a joy to play as and her fast controls make traversal aIf Super Metroid was made in 2021, it would look and feel like this game. Samus is a joy to play as and her fast controls make traversal a breeze, turning the EMMI bits into intense, high-stakes parkour challenges that are ultimately fun. Shinesparking never felt this good, and space jumping never felt this good. The bosses are some of the best in the series, perfectly nailing that "tough but fair" design philosophy present in the best of games. The tense atmosphere and the alien body horror work well to create that sense of dread. You get lost, knowing you're exactly where Metroid wants you to be. Metroid is famous for its deliberate, almost teasing way of conveying information to you via level design, and this intimate understanding of player psyche is present in Dread as well. Couldn't recommend it more.… Expand
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PotajeReviews
Oct 12, 2021
Very good game. I give it a score of 9 Serris out of 10 Arachnus

Idk why people complain about its difficulty, because I was able to playVery good game. I give it a score of 9 Serris out of 10 Arachnus

Idk why people complain about its difficulty, because I was able to play it pretty easily, and i am an incompetent idiot when it comes to gameplay.… Expand
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jowa1991
Oct 17, 2021
I'm amazed with what the developers created here. The portrayaI of Samus, the story, the gameplay, the graphics - everything is on point.I'm amazed with what the developers created here. The portrayaI of Samus, the story, the gameplay, the graphics - everything is on point. Storywise I can't tell too much so that I don't spoil the game but the titular "Dread" really makes sense when you play it. The best part for me right now are the sequence breaks.… Expand
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