We expected a simple remastered version of Metroid Prime. But what we’re getting today looks more like a complete overhaul as Nintendo managed to polish and perfect its classic game.
Rumors of an updated version of Metroid Prime – a game that defined the GameCube era – have been swirling for months, if not years. Gamers relentlessly demanded it from Nintendo, which for its part has been deliberately silent on the project…until recently.
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The Japanese giant, in fact, used its last virtual presentation not only to confirm this new port, but also to officially launch it.
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The prayers of the fans have finally been answered. And it’s clear that their patience has been greatly rewarded, as Metroid Prime Remastered returns to us in a fully modernized and, most importantly, frankly amazing form.
Back to Tallon IV
So we head back to the planet Tallon IV, a hostile land populated by alien creatures that are as terrifying as they are bloodthirsty. At the controls of the famous heroine Samus Aran, the player must investigate a mysterious poisonous substance that has destroyed this alien planet. To do this, he traverses many unique and unique biomes, the only constant of which is the presence of formidable enemies.
We used our thumbs with Metroid Prime on our GameCube controllers maybe two decades ago, it’s a completely enhanced and enriched universe that we’re now exploring through our Nintendo Switch.
Yes, it remains familiar. But the experience itself is enhanced on several levels, starting with the now modernized controls that make the ride even smoother and more instinctive.
However, it is on the visual level that Metroid Prime Remastered impresses the most. Let’s face it, some studios sometimes cut corners when it comes to rejuvenating their games and seem to apply a simple HD filter to restore their shine and position them in the current era. But not here.
gorgeous
After a very careful work, Metroid Prime returns to us, this time with infinitely richer and more detailed textures and much sharper environments, all of great beauty. In a word, it’s wonderful. In fact, those who never played the original version – or those whose memories have clouded over the years – will find it hard to believe that this is a holdover from the turn of the century. Because Metroid Prime Remastered is up-to-date, modern and can compete with the current video game offer.
Nevertheless, purists can rest assured: the essence of the original remains, which is proven by the strong retro flair that emanates from it. This is also more exhilarating in the few rare errors in this reissue, such as: B. the difficulty of the movements of Samus Aran or the few visual errors that appear during the journey.
Metroid Prime Remastered ★★★★☆
► Available for Nintendo Switch
Back to the Game Boy era
Note for those nostalgic: the Nintendo Switch Online system is now expanding its offering by adding the classic Game Boy and Game Boy Advance systems to its catalogue.
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Players can now step back in time to that not-so-distant era, when Mario, Link, and their colleagues all came to life through these small handheld consoles in the palm of our hand. On the menu: Kirby’s Dream Land, Tetris, Metroid II – Return of Samus, The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap and other Kuru Kuru Kururin.
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While the Game Boy era visuals may be off-putting to the new generation, it will appeal to those who grew up playing games from that era. In fact, thanks to Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, we’re instantly thrown back to childhood. As for what’s left of the Game Boy Advance, we marvel at how Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga or Mario Kart: Super Circuit still hold their own.