These points remain true of the original version of Metroid Prime, but it’s all the updates that the Remastered edition brings with it that easily makes this the best version of the game by a country mile. Much like the different levels that you’d expect to see in a Mario game, Metroid Prime isn’t held back by the typical trappings of most first-person shooters in that its levels aren’t afraid to lean into their colour palettes. Even though it defies geological physics to have lava pits, snowy mountains and sand-filled ruins in such close proximity to one another, each locale within Talon IV has its own unique style. The same can be said for Talon IV, the alien planet where the majority of Metroid Prime is set. Everything from Samus’ suit to the alien creatures that serve as the game’s antagonists have been thoughtfully designed to the point where, even 20-years later, they haven’t become derivative in the current sea of first-person shooters. Of all its many facets, the one component of Metroid Prime Remastered that has easily stood the test of time is its art style. Updated textures breathe new life into the game.Prime’s atmosphere is its greatest asset.Image Credit (Trusted Reviews) Graphics and performance Here are my thoughts on Metroid Prime Remastered. Unfortunately, in the face of innovation from similar Metroidvania style games over the years, there are parts of Metroid Prime Remastered that feel outrageously ancient. Given that the first Metroid Prime came out almost twenty years ago, I was surprised during my playthrough of Remastered over how well the sum of its parts have aged. Given that the game’s predecessor came out all the way back in 2007, it’s been a long wait for Metroid fans as the fourth installment has been hit with some well publicised development hell, and there’s still a big question mark as to when the game might finally appear.Įven though it rarely buckles to public opinion, Nintendo seems to be aware of the frustrations of the fanbase as the surprise announcement of Metroid Prime Remastered feels like an opportunity to appease fans through the ongoing wait. Unlock art created during the development of the original game as well as this remaster, a Soundtrack Gallery, and a 3D Character Gallery.As a means of keeping fans satiated until Samus Aran’s next mainline adventure turns up, Nintendo has brought back a classic of the GameCube era with Metroid Prime Remastered.Īlmost six years have passed since Nintendo first announced that Metroid Prime 4 would be coming to the Nintendo Switch. The Casual difficulty reduces the amount of damage Samus takes in combat, helping you worry less about fighting to focus on exploring. See-and hear-the classic first-person adventure in a new way with high-definition visuals and modernized, nostalgic audio.Įxperience Tallon IV with modern dual-analog controls for the first time, as well as nostalgic setups inspired by the original Metroid Prime game for the Nintendo GameCube™ system and the Metroid Prime: Trilogy games for the Nintendo Wii™ system. Just don’t ask about Metroid Prime 4 or they’ll hurt you. For those interested in a physical version, they can wait until February 22nd when it hits retail.
The best part is that the company shadow-dropped the game, making it available TODAY on eShop. It will feature the Wii’s pointer controls as well as modern (dual stick) control schemes. The classic FPS adventure game from the Game Cube arrives as the spruced up version of the Nintendo Wii edition, featuring new textures, visual effects, remastered audio, and more. During its Direct today, Nintendo revealed the often rumored/teased Metroid Prime HD remaster, known as METROID PRIME REMASTERED.
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