Metroid: Samus Returns

Metroid: Samus Returns

Released: September 15, 2017
Type: Remake

Platforms:

Nintendo 3DS

Genres:

Platform Adventure

Game Modes:

Single player

Themes:

Action Science fiction

Player Perspectives:

Side view

Ratings

User Rating

82.8
Based on 104 ratings

Critics Rating

87.7
Based on 14 ratings

Total Rating

85.3
Based on 118 ratings

Summary

Metroid: Samus Returns is a remake of Metroid 2: Return of Samus.
It uses a 3D graphic style with a side view camera that zooms in and changes for cutscenes. It also has new mechanics, items, and abilities.

"Brave the hostile terrain of an alien planet teeming with vicious life forms as legendary bounty hunter Samus Aran. Her mission? Terminate the Metroid menace in this masterful reimagining of her 1991 Game Boy adventure. Samus Aran’s arsenal has been enhanced with new moves and abilities that are sure to help her face the deadly surprises that await. This intense, side-scrolling action platformer is a great entry point into the Metroid franchise and perfect for returning fans as well, and it’s available only on the Nintendo 3DS family of systems."

Involved Companies

Nintendo EPD

Role:
Developer

Nintendo

Role:
Publisher

MercurySteam

Role:
Developer

Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 7

Role:
Developer

Game Engines

Mercury Steam Engine

Keywords

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