Metroid Dread - Before You Buy

Metroid Dread (Nintendo Switch) brings awesome controls, fun encounters, and a lot of challenge to the classic formula. Here's what we think of it.
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[@ibis0921]

I just really hope this game is so successful that it begins a new series of Metroid games. Samus is such a badass and the game was so incredibly fun.

[@TaLaPredator]

Well we don't want them to go all greedy and release a game every 3 year. Look how they ruined the pokemon franchise.

[@danielletaylor9201]

@@TaLaPredator this one gets it.

[@eddiejerkit]

@@TaLaPredator lol llllll

[@SHADOOjoey]

They won’t because the game only does really good in America in compared to Japan and the Devs don’t like that so that’s why it takes them this long to make new Metroid games because it’s not us they prioritize it’s the natives they seek to appeal to the most.

[@TonyPajama]

@@SHADOOjoey that’s not true at all lol. They don’t make a lot of these games because they don’t sell at all anywhere, which is a shame but I don’t know why they would just give up on a market because it’s not their favorite market

[@humacunra]

Why does absolutely nobody mentions the exceptional sound quality . Wearing headphones and hearing the clicky sound and footsteps is so satisfying

[@Actualchristianity]

Yea! Digital Foundry has a great video in the game. It apparently has some of the best 7.1 surround sound as well.

[@Mr.G_717]

Is

[@j.s.669]

Im about to do that...

[@ians_parks]

People are too busy complaining about the more subdued music not, realizing its in service to the amazing sound design.

[@TheNamesJER]

Such a good ambient and haunting soundtrack too!

After Dread, I really wish there would be a Samus Update in smash.

[@MrDjentlegiant]

Or news about prime 4

[@BknMoonStudios]

Add a command grab that drains life and two new skins for her new suits.

[@Mr.G_717]

Metroid suit

[@nevercanyoucant]

missed promo opportunity

[@Mr.Foxhat]

My take on an updated Samus moveset: Dash attack: The counter kick (Dread Jab: First hit is Counter (Samus Returns) Second hit is the quick shot Down tilt: Slide counter kick (Dread) Up tilt: Similar to Mii gunner's up air (using wide shot) Down Smash: Diffusion blast (Other M/Dread) Side special: Missiles with the same mechanis, however holding the button allows you to free aim (or shoot ice missiles.) Down Special: Still bomb, however holding it creates the cross bomb. Grab: Grapple beam is still used, however animations are all based on Other M's finishing moves, because those looked bad ass.

[@mikeg3326]

This was my first Metroid game and it was amazing. The abilities, atmosphere, fluid gameplay I loved all of it and instantly played Super Metroid after beating this game

[@rockems4959]

And? The fact you stopped at I instantly played sm, seems disingenuous

[@mikeg3326]

@@rockems4959 ? I’m saying I enjoyed this game so much it made me want to try and play other Metroid games so I went to play super Metroid right after because I loved dread.

[@gavichealsomething2169]

@@mikeg3326 Highly recommended

[@L4Z3RB0Y]

@@mikeg3326 makes me happy you played sm because of dread♥️ (im still keeping my super metroid, complete w/ box and everything, since 1994 xmas)

[@Skylerrelyks93]

@@mikeg3326 make sure to check out Metroid Fusion. The SA-X is truly chilling and always gets your adrenaline pumping to the max.

[@samuraicupcake289]

The game definitely pays its respects to previous titles in the series. And most of all it doesn't dumb down Samus like in Other M. She is a real badass in this one and I love it.

[@dashdbz1]

Agreed the cutscenes are all so good

[@esmooth919]

You're absolutely right. This game is an amalgamation of everything that was good about 2D Metroid up until this point. I just wish they didn't nerf the wall jump back to Fusion status.

[@Skellotronix]

@@esmooth919 You kids are hilarious 😂 This is no Metroid.

[@tetermc]

@@Skellotronix Lol, in a lot of ways, this Metroid shits on the other ones.

[@DashzRight]

A badass that gets humilliated by robots, the girl that destroys titans eating planets...

[@Steelilbies]

I love the boss fights. They are difficult until you learn the patterns.

[@withoutthejuice7193]

They’re the perfect balance of challenge and memorization. Seems impossible at first, but once you learn the patterns it’s so satisfying.

[@dalestoddard2742]

I was frankly surprised by the difficulty. Mercury Steam are masters and have made my favorite metroidvania.

[@NguyenPham-bl6qm]

They are well made really.

[@thiagopessoa4725]

That's pretty much every boss fight ever made...But it's ok..

[@TRACKMAN810]

@@thiagopessoa4725 but have you played other 2D metroid games?

[@johndang8971]

I love that this game is hard. It's so rewarding when you beat the boss. And honestly it looks great on my TV. Idk why he was griping about that

[@moondawwg]

Yeah that was weird, I was like, are you watching this on a microwave or something? What kind of shitty tv do you have?

[@OTPulse]

Same here, he probably got some cheap discount TV brand with terrible Upscale technology. I'm using a Sony 55' 4k and looks awesome.

[@altzard6170]

It can look shitty, i play on a really good 2k 144hz LG panel that looks beautiful on pc and switch games like rise and botw yet dread looks grainy and blurry, legit it looks better on the small screen

[@OTPulse]

@@altzard6170 look way better on my Sony screen than the crappy Switch screen. I've never been an LG fan all screen they make look poor compared to Sony/Samsung.

[@altzard6170]

@@OTPulse on tvs maybe but on monitors LG ones look a lot better, had the chance to compare Samsung and Asus ones and they don't come close

[@animugril2166]

The bossfights knocked my socks off, didn't expect the game to be so damn good.

[@mojopopo]

the fire boss took me forever....

[@danielpruitt8550]

you mean difficult? x'D but it is very satisfying beating them.

[@Dullsonic3]

@@mojopopo Oh the final boss knocked me as hard as Shaggy when I first faced him not knowing what to expect. I think it took me like an hour to beat him

[@mojopopo]

@@danielpruitt8550 ya difficult, took me like 30 tries the one that had his hand locked up. I not that good at shooters, but other boss's after I have gotten better still have not beat the game, I am not looking forward to the final boss...

[@InnerRise]

@@mojopopo h311 naw. I'll pass. All I see are people getting lost In the map and getting their booties THUMPED up and down this game. Doesnt sound enjoyable to me. And I played A Plagues Tale.

[@AdamDuncan]

My first Metroid game was Metroid on the NES. First game I fully beat as a kid. Haven't played a Metroid game since the first Metroid Prime so I think I need to jump back in now with Dread.

[@alfasilverblade]

You need to play all the metroid games except Other M, Federation Force, and the Pinball game.

[@Craxin01]

@@alfasilverblade The pinball game is pretty fun though. A less story forward version of Metroid Prime.

[@anthonyfichera6079]

Me too man the OG Mother brain and the gameboy version 😂. Missed out on some of the in between stuff on GameCube etc . Git lost in castlevania, Fallout, etc lol … now heading back to Metroid lol with Dread

[@watfordone1]

Please play super Metroid, you’re missing out

[@manelperes9019]

You NEED to play AM2R

[@LprogressivesANDliberals]

I remember beating fusion like 20 times, the gba days 🥲❤️

[@IDoABitOfTrollin]

Amazing soundtrack and boss design

[@matguimond92]

wrong both games are over rated trash cans. Metroid Prime trilogy way better and not because of first person shooter.

[@50zezima]

I've still played and beat fusion within the last two years. Such a good fucking game, mainly because the storyline and feeling is just so beautiful to me. You should get dread, I don't want to spoil anything but it continues on the storyline. It's amazing so far I've only played about 2 hours.

[@50zezima]

@@matguimond92 You sound like me when I was a child "all 2d games are stupid and I hate them". Learn to open your mind and try out games for yourself before judging. Also the thing about Metroid is that they aren't really meant to pull in new fans most of the time, and they know this when creating new sequels to the series. You just don't get it and that's fine, but don't go and tell everyone that it's trash because you don't understand.

[@matguimond92]

@@50zezima I grew up playing super nintendo games I don't want to pay $60 for an over rated 2D side scroller.

[@motojauntx]

My first Metroid game was the original when it released for the NES, and Dread has brought back the same feeling of exhilaration mixed with frustration. I think this is a genuinely awesome game! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@ReezyFresh]

My first was Metroid Fusion and it blew me away. This game definitely gives that feel, especially the dread i felt when getting chased by the SA-X

[@ethanwashoe5868]

My first was Metroid for the nes as well but last year, I decided to play them all for the first time in order. This is the last one I have left and got a switch just to play this (and Metroid prime remastered)

[@nctrnlmjsty8719]

Dude this game is selling really well.... Im glad... Metroid finally getting some love

[@theonewhowrotethis5681]

Prime was my first overall Metroid while Zero Mission was my first mainline Metroid. Definitely glad I was introduced to the series as a kid.

[@kiranearitachi]

Same but zero was my first I think not sure cause I got them so close to each other

[@rustyshackleford8817]

Exact same

[@THE-NC2]

Metro Fusion for the GBA was my first Metro game and I’m glad I played it

[@ZMondoHype]

Zero Mission was an elite metroid game. They need to remake it and super Metroid with this new Dread feel. I’d buy em

[@nealriggers2389]

Super Metroid was my first ever Metroid game, another one on DS was after (I think it's called Hunters), then Fusion and finally Prime 3: Corruption. Seeing Dread is like a fresh coat of vibrant paint on a wall!

[@goodguy1072]

Never played a Metroid game in full before this. I'm about half way through and honestly it's my favorite new game of this year. It's such a breath of fresh air in a world of lifeless open world and crappy rpg elements. It feels like something that was crafted instead of constructed, if that makes sense.

[@onewingedren2228]

Zelda Botw gave origin to a formula that every company is trying to do the same but they just can't I think that Genshin got close to it (but It came with way too many "inspirations" and gacha)

[@tallonIV]

Welcome aboard my friend! Metroid has been my favorite game since Super Metroid(yes i'm old):))

[@vict8206]

@@tallonIV hey don't feel too old, I grew up with the very first Metroid and I had a friend in elementary school that used to love it.

[@tallonIV]

@@vict8206 That's excellent. So many great memories with this franchise. I was around 10 years old when my older brothers friend used to bring over his NES and I used to watch them play the original Metroid. Loved it and played it all the way through eventually, but it wasn't till Super Metroid, then Metroid Prime that sealed the deal for me. Such great games and memories!

[@trenken]

Its kinda the worst 2d metroid game, so congratulations, you skipped all the good ones.

[@Keomayo121]

The eme robots are basically like your “twin” from fusion. Those parts have stuck with me al these years back when I played it on my gameboy SP. glad to hear it’s back in dread. Literally gives you more suspense then actual horror games

[@parkerdellinger01]

Samus X was truly terrifying! I can't wait to experience it again

[@megabyte01]

I thought so too. I can't help wondering if they shelved Dread for years because they couldn't get the EMMIs to work right?

[@megabyte01]

Now I'm wondering if the name 'EMMI' came from someone bringing their toddler to the office and hearing him/her trying to say enemy?

[@LeonOwO]

Dread is my GOTY so far by a mile, after i beat the final boss (which took an hour on its own, its kinda tough figuring out the patern) i started a new file just to try to get some sequence breaks

[@Mr.Foxhat]

HE HAD A PATTERN?! I just kept dodging until there was an opening lol

[@MrTalithan]

yeah, for example after he does the vertical split-beam attack where the only way to avoid it is to stand close to him, he will ALWAYS follow up with a melee attack.

[@FirstLast-mn4re]

I mean every attack he does is telegraphed so you can react to it. He does do them in a randomized order though.

[@keepitlo00]

Yeah he took me two hours to beat. I learned his pattern but in his third form (after he rips the wing off) he kinda gets cheesy and cheap.

[@jonathanbarlow1362]

I just want to say i appreciate these videos. You've been helping people for over 8 years with these. Thank you

[@gameranxTV]

Thanks for watching all these years

[@captainlacklustr]

@@gameranxTV i like feet

[@user-ve9tu5rv6e]

@@captainlacklustr i want to smell feet

[@evhubbard41]

@@gameranxTV thanks for being GOATS

[@MoonStar-ux9yx]

@@captainlacklustr Wtf

[@alisa2316]

"Metroid Dread - After You Buy" title. is. fixed.

[@nodood]

Was gonna say Jake's a bit late on this one... already bought mine xD

[@ramrodbldm9876]

No, the title isn't fixed. You are a nobody just a commenter essentially. So yea the "actual" title is. (Before you buy) added with a fanboy that wants to make a comment that's been rinsed and reused a million times on this channel. Now with that being said. Stay in your lane and know your place boy

[@WildDogGamerBoy]

@@ramrodbldm9876 You must be fun at parties...

[@PhenomRom]

@@ramrodbldm9876 can't tell if you're trying to be funny

[@pr0fzach52]

@@ramrodbldm9876 Bro. The dude was making a joke. Chill out. You're just as much of a nobody commenter. So with that being said. Stay in your lane, boy.

[@mrmurpvw]

I really liked how the EMMI worked in this game. Having a highly dangerous element while backtracking and exploring keeps things from getting monotonous.

[@MrTalithan]

Indeed. Every time I saw an EMMI door I felt my muscles tense and had to take a deep breath, before running through screaming the whole way.

[@27Bayleefs]

Love the Emmi as well. The fun of playing cat and mouse and the tension when you get caught and your are desperately trying to counter is fun.

[@evdokimmusic]

Made me feel like back when I was a kid playing Super, trying to figure out what to do next! Haven't had so much fun playing a game in a long time. Hope to see more of this in the future.

[@WalaStika]

I mostly watched my older brother play/beat the original Metroid when I was a kid. My first Metroid game that I played myself and completed was Metroid 2: The Return of Samus on the GB! My elbows were sore from laying on the living room floor, focus locked into the little screen for hours on end!

[@XiLock_Alotx]

Memories! So many of my gaming memories include Metroid. And LOTS of chrono trigger

[@raxadian]

By modern standards the game is nothing special but at the time it was awesome for a Gameboy game.

[@Bossboko]

The first real game I ever played was super Metroid on the NES with my friend

[@Yup712]

My first metroid game was “Metroid II: The Return of Samus” on the original Game Boy. Been a huge fan ever since. Loving “Metroid Dread” but surprised at its difficulty.

[@dashdbz1]

I'm enjoying the difficulty but have been surprised how tough some of the boss fights are

[@marcoscabezolajr.8408]

@@dashdbz1 They are very hard but if you are a seasoned Metroid player it will come as second nature, but even new players can learn the bosses. The game awards sequence breaks and is overall such a joy to play. Best game since Super Metroid.

[@SHADOOjoey]

Mine was Super Metroid 3 so SNES

[@Adizzyizzy]

I've always been interested by metroid because of Smash, so I was particularly excited for dread. Except I'm now almost upset about buying it because I've already broken a controller over it. This game is clearly meant for metroid vets, so being a newcomer this experience was extremely miserable for me. It doesn't help that the help I've seen online is just a bunch of assholes going "git gud lolz 🤪." I'm better off appreciating the franchise from a third point of view.

[@BartvG88]

@@Adizzyizzy That’s a shame. What is it that frustrates you? Maybe there is some mechanic you aren’t aware of, the game can feel really hard if you try to solve a puzzle without all the pieces

[@MaizePlains]

my first Metroid game was Dread, and after finally beating it tonight, I give it a 20/10

[@sethanderson2085]

This game just shows that the platformer genre can still be strong and compete with other AAA title. And Metroid Zero Mission was my first. I traded another game with a kid at my elementary school for it and became a fan ever since.

[@fede1324ee]

Coincidentially I played the whole 2D Metroid games last and this year (actually, I was playing fusion by the time dread was announced). Great timing

[@lifeonmars03]

I remember getting fusion for my birthday back in the day. What a time

[@Snowcart]

I think Metroid Fusion was the very first game I rented from Blockbuster. Time flies.

[@Coughingcatbleh]

Dude I love when this happens

[@sonicboom104]

I played them in high school on my iPhone on a rom. Held up really good. That kinda started my whole metroidvania/ori and hollow knight obsessions. Got dread and the oled switch yesterday, legit cannot put it down it’s that good.

[@ishanramen5254]

I got this game yesterday and I absolutely fell in love. I got through the first two areas, but I had to try to stop playing.

[@babytricep437]

I played it for 10 hours straight, start to finish

[@SouthBayLA1310]

This game is too difficult, I gave up on it smh lol

[@Xanderboof]

@@SouthBayLA1310 don’t give up bro! The game may be difficult but it isn’t unfair! You’ll be impressed with how much you’ve improved before to long

[@SouthBayLA1310]

@@Xanderboof Thanks for the advice bro. You right I won't give up I will give it my all, considering it's fair like you said. This game looks good even on my regular switch.

[@Xanderboof]

@@SouthBayLA1310 good stuff bro! I recommend perfecting your parrying, emmis would be the best practice. During boss fights if you block the right attacks you will go into this bad ass fight sequence where you deal a ton of extra damage and essentially cut the fight in half.

[@VoidedMirror]

Samus controls so tight and smooth. It’s the most satisfying part of the game. It’s make traversal so much fun even when you’re lost or have to backtrack, it doesn’t feel like a chore.

[@azazel_broski9923]

I’m always happy with a new Metroid game… This game almost take me a heart attack with all the excitement with exploring the new areas, getting new powers, escaping EMMI units, and even just the new enemies! I rate this game for the whole family!

[@pringrings22]

Zero Mission was my 1st Metroid game. I still own the cartridge to this day!!!

[@reneochoa7492]

Such an awesome game.

[@Greenhead24]

Super metroid was my first game and 30 years later i still remember the background music and sounds from the 1st cutscenes like it was yesterday

[@mrsalty1019]

Same. And trying to bomb my way all the way up to the ledge outside by your ship before getting the super jump.

[@Greenhead24]

@@mrsalty1019 lol ya right eh I totally remember that now

[@limegreensquid]

The latht Metroid ith in captivity. The galakthy ith at peathe!

[@mrsalty1019]

@@limegreensquid I don't remember her having a lisp...

[@neahagglund4377]

Metroid Prime was my first game and it has been a part of me since then. That and Super Metroid are master pieces. (my opinion ofc.) What I love are the enviorments and the music that sets the mood in different areas and phases through the games. And how you progress during it. Playing Dread atm, not done yet, but there is no time to hesitate for me really, I'll try and enjoy my frist gameplay though it as much as possible. Thanks for a good video!

[@Mr.Foxhat]

My first Metroid was technically Prime. The first Metroid games I actually finished were Prime 3 and then Other M. I love the entire series (minus Federation Force)

[@anthonycostanzo9208]

Fusion was my first so this game was amazing to see it continue. Some of the bosses absolutely made me wanna throw my switch across the room because you gotta take it slow and learn the bosses moves. I just beat it like 20 mins ago and the last boss, while challenging makes you use damn near everything you have earned up until that point. In the sea of games where you get disappointed after playing an hour of it because of all the hype, this game doesn’t let down and is a blast through and through.

[@robmalcolm8042]

Yeo Metroid even the easier titles have a depth of difficulty to them. It reminds me of Megaman which I never played that much but did a bit to see the difficulty and Castlevania which to me was easier but didn't play the hardest ones either

[@davidmoney96]

I’m more of a prime fan but it’s always good to go back to the roots

[@churrobomb8973]

So impatient for Prime 4. Seeing Metroid return makes me wanna boot up my GameCube and play through Prime

[@DotHacker99]

I've Always wanted to play Prime but I guess Nintendo doesn't want my money. I 'm so baffled Nintendo is inept about making money sometimes. A month ago would have been the perfect time to release a Metroid Prime & a Metroid 2D collection.

[@churrobomb8973]

@@DotHacker99 couldn't agree with you more. I was very disappointed to boot up the Switch, just to see the Dread was the only Metroid game on the Switch completely. They really should be able to port older games onto their Switch or even the last DS model. Like, people would SERIOUSLY buy these games but they make it unavailable. Which results in people making emulations. If they ever release Prime 4, they should definitely look into adding an edition that either remasters or polishes the last 3 games, and add them to Switch. I'd give them so much money for an edition like that.

[@churrobomb8973]

@Craig Adams They're still great tho. 2D Metroid games are definitely the prime variant, but the Prime series are also a great mix of Metroid.

[@Liidero]

@Craig Adams I do prefer the prime series to the 2D ones but also do like the 2D ones. It isnt a factoid and yours isn't a factoid either since they're both our subjective opinions and now I'm going to write random stuff that pops into my head because I'm bored waiting in a queue in FFXIV, I could be playing Metroid Bread but my switch is turned off and I'm too lazy to turn it on, even if it is just a click. I don't know why it is like that but I guess I'm just super lazy. It is 3 am and I might go to sleep soon since no-one really should be awake at this point in the night except if their job requires it or something like that. I love all of the Metroid series and will keep on loving it! I can't wait for prime 4 and will be replaying the previous 3 prime games before it releases ^^

[@joshuapaper]

My first Metroid game was Fusion! Got it along with a black GBA. What a time.

[@Taleweaversstudios]

my first Metroid game was Prime 3 Corruption, as soon as I was old enough to play T games it was one of the first I gravitated towards.

[@nic_p98]

This is a great game. That’s all that needs to be said… Get it if you’re new or old to the franchise. You won’t feel disappointed after finishing this game and you’ll probably be inspired to go back to the older games.

[@kip258]

It has quite a few issues but it does so much other cool stuff. 9/10 for me!

[@neweden8755]

It’s nice, just kinda wished it looked kinda better. Idk

[@BMW-sd6nn]

@@neweden8755 bro it looks so good. Just wait till the later areas.

[@Skellotronix]

@@BMW-sd6nn Game looks, plays and is a third rate game made by third rate devs. Nintendo gives their third biggest series to sh*$!# devs and all of you jump on it like it's gospel. Pathetic. This game is Samus Returns DLC at best and that game was trash especially compared to AM2R.

[@AltairEgo1]

Found the butthurt AM2R fan.

[@Thomas_B_Killen]

First Metroid game? Metroid: Prime. My pops got it as he was around for the OG Metroid games so he kinda got it for the both of us. The atmosphere, gameplay, fun details and all that kept me very much intrigued in the ethos all these years later. Would for sure play/buy Dread if given the chance.

[@helenleomom]

69,for now

[@nickmanzo8459]

I got the original Metroid for my fifth birthday. I asked for Megaman 3, but my mom got confused. Ended up loving it much more than Megaman. Your story if your dad getting you Prime touched my heart.

[@Danarchy3]

Metroid prime was ok, but as for Metroid it isn’t a Metroid game, sorry. The official Metroid games died after super Metroid. Everything that came after is a poor facsimile there of

[@arieb7589]

@@Danarchy3 ok contrarian

[@Danarchy3]

@@arieb7589 you say contrarian I say common sense. But hey that’s why there’s multiple flavors of ice cream. I like chocolate, you like asparagus

[@mishaelrivera9314]

Haven’t played Metroid since the nes and this brought back some memories that I enjoyed this game so much! It’s fast and challenging!

[@BotUser967]

After playing and having that childhood nostalgic feeling, I feel like this game could definitely become a hype again. Already can’t wait for the next one!

[@alyssag3301]

Metroid has a lot of good memories for me, my dad always loved it when i was young and got me hooked even though it scared me a bit too. He passed away when I was young, so I take all these memories I can get. Thanks so much for the guide! :D

[@puritydvoyd2978]

>“Some enemies are bullet sponges” >*shows footage of you hitting that enemy in the wrong spot*

[@andyespinozam]

Yeah, also bullet sponge is when an enemy has a lot of life energy. This is a case of enemies not vulnerable to certain weapons.

[@damiencouturee6240]

@@andyespinozam He's right though, some of the boss encounters could have used a little less hp IMO. Im almost done with the game, just trying to get all the items before the big baddie. Excellent game Im loving it

[@andyespinozam]

@@damiencouturee6240 oh I know, my comment is just in line with the main one, since Jake is showing a wrong footage to show us what bullet sponge is. In my case I just defeated the second boss and I am really enjoying the challenge.

[@adam145]

@@damiencouturee6240 I thought that the boss after the big freeze took too many hits but then I realized I wasn't using proper attacks and finished it really quick.

[@daizbid]

Only one I'd say is a bullet sponge is the final boss. He really doesn't take too long, but the second phase feels like an eternity.

[@TeamMD0]

Picked up and beat this game over the weekend. My first ever Metroid. Officially a fan.

[@dripp_dropp]

if you have switch online, definitely play Super Metroid on the snes if you havent already

[@connorkinkade6377]

My first Metroid game was Super Metroid and I've played almost all of them (exceptions, Prime Pinball and Fed Force). Metroid Dread was incredible! So happy to see my favorite franchise release a great game and receive great feedback.

[@matthewabney9053]

2D Metroid, Halo, GTA 3... so this is what 2001 feels like. Cool.

[@thenamelessone6119]

No 9/11 reboot or sequel though. Without it something feels missing.

[@alexwaddington9808]

@@thenamelessone6119 careful, there's still a few months left to suddenly make everyone patriotic....

[@averyhepburn8092]

Metroid zero mission and Halo CE are tied for my favorite games of all time.

[@babytricep437]

Yeah but halo and Gta now suck balls

[@tyguy3876]

@@thenamelessone6119 the Taliban are back aka TALIBIDEN

[@TheN3crons]

I personally think it looks amazing on TV. Running this game on an oled tv looks fantastic.

[@vladonizer]

With metroid fusion being my first and favorite game, this one has been absolutely amazing to play. It reminds me of the first time I picked up metroid

[@FirstLast-mn4re]

So my first Metroid was actually Metroid II return of Samus for the Gameboy. I admittedly played it as a hand-me down game so I played it in the early 2000's but I really liked it as a kid, I never beat it though until I got older. even though by today's standards it hasn't aged the best, I still have a soft spot for it.

[@soulbearer6214]

I remember getting the 1st metroid for nes when it was released. Spent 1st night playing with my brother till 5 in morning. An he got me drunk for 1st time sneaking parents rum. Back then didnt have any help telling u where to go. Spent hrs running around finding new areas to progress. That game has so many great memories for me. So happy to see 2D back an done right.

[@cenciende9401]

Drinking alcohol is pathetic and for losers.

[@Skellotronix]

@@cenciende9401 Talking sh*t to someone online because of your selfish close minded world view is pathetic. Grow up.

[@_BBAGG_]

@@cenciende9401 Talking down to random people online is pathetic and for losers

[@eduardofernandes9881]

That's seem like an amazing memory to have!

[@stankylad8815]

@@cenciende9401 classic example of having the "it's my opinion so it's right" ego.

[@JoseGomez-ro3um]

Prime was also my first Metroid Game. I loved the soundtrack and creepy vibe in it. I can't believe Nintendo doesn't dish out Metroid games more frequently but I'm glad the new one is quality.

[@FirstLast-mn4re]

They don't pump them out because they don't sell. Only 1 game in the series has outsold the original NES Metroid. (Hopefully Dread will change that)

[@SelladorOfficial]

My first Metroid was the original. The game that made me fall in love with the series was Metroid prime. But the first game that I actually completed (and was the most difficult) was Metroid fusion. I remember feeling extra motivated to actually finish that game, because I was borrowing from my friend and I had to give it back on a deadline lmao.

[@nickytoast2023]

Dread is my first Metroid game and it's absolutely FANTASTIC

[@TophDaGreat]

Just buy it. Metroid needs this. Game is great. Even if you never played Metroid. Dread is a good time. I'm happy the Metroid drought is over. Hopefully Starfox and F-Zero can eat next.

[@tekkadawn6685]

Never played one of these games but I’ve seen her growing up I’m definitely gonna buy this i been feenin for some 2D fire

[@Wally480]

Super Metroid. And best equipment was the Grapple gun when fighting Draygon 😁

[@esmooth919]

By far the best way to beat that boss. I love it

[@LoneStarkhrisTX]

First Metroid game I played was Zero Mission on the Gameboy SP

[@xjustsomeguyx1554]

Super Metroid baby. The brinstar theme is just such a vibe that makes you want to keep coming back and exploring not only to get stronger but to draw out some of these awesome tracks as long as possible. Great environments and good tension. Such a gem of a game.

[@GlizzyWithAnUzi]

2 hours in and I’m loving it . It’s definitely a challenge with the EMMIs but a fun challenge

[@awabfadl5007]

808s 👐👐

[@cyberfennek]

2 hours in and i threw it in the bin

[@tetermc]

@@cyberfennek Bad taste

[@DashzRight]

Yeah dying all the time without any kind of possibility to learn must be fun, This game sucks

[@GlizzyWithAnUzi]

@@DashzRight don’t suck at the game then 💀

[@rebeccahamner8795]

I just hope we don’t have to wait another 20 years for the next new 2d Metroid

[@isimikehinde5584]

If it sells a lot; we will be getting another very soon; just like the fire emblem games resurgence. We are getting prime 4 and alternating between them through the years will just keep the metriod franchise fresh

[@esmooth919]

It looks like this game is on track to sell very well, And it is getting high praise from the jump

[@crmakeshift3101]

Well it does end by saying "see you next mission!" so that's something to hope for.

[@novustalks7525]

@@crmakeshift3101 sakamoto said the game would end by giving us an idea of what will happen next but it doesn't sooo who knows honestly

[@crmakeshift3101]

@@novustalks7525 well, spoiler warning but, they could probably do something involving the fact that Samus is basically a metroid herself at this point. But that's just speculation

[@UrAverageGamer9000]

Metroid Zero Mission was my first one as a kid. Then played Fusion along with some of the Prime series. So glad to finally go back to the classic 2D side scrolling style. Dread has been amazing so far, especially the atmosphere!

[@KoolMB]

First Metroid was Fusion/Prime. Got the double pack for christmas with the strategy guides. Beat Fusion first and loved it. Kept replaying for months after trying to beat it quicker and quicker. Prime was really awesome too.

[@Jaekization]

Just waiting for Nintendo revive Golden Sun now.

[@HyouVizer]

oh god pls 🙏 I'll even take a digital only bundle of first two games idc just nintendo bring back Golden Sun franchise

[@steelmeat702]

As a F-zero fan I feel you

[@vienna0810]

golden Sun!!!😭😭😭😭 loved that game those graphics were insane for a gba game haha

[@fjbiden3997]

I loved those games!

[@Skellotronix]

Maybe they should make good new games first in house instead of garbage re releases and slop from third rate devs (like this "Metroid" game from Mercury Team, garbage)

[@tonito_el_tigre]

When I did damage to Kraid & he did his classic screech I was hyped.. this game is sick🔥

[@Cookberg]

I almost cried seeing Kraid for the first time My nostalgia bone was tingling

[@andrewaftontheandroidhedge2780]

@@Cookberg hes bin gone for years

[@beanX21]

I main samus in smash bros because I grew up playing Metroid games. I’m on the second play through on Dread on hard difficulty, the game is bad ass

[@interwebedprotogen7575]

One of the things I wanted from dread after getting the morph ball was the abilty to go into the emmi grates to get around the area but it doesnt allow us, It couldve had a chase scene like the SA-X from fusion. Also my first metroid game was super

[@PrinzAviator]

My first Metroid games was Metroid Prime and I instantly fell in love with it. It was the first time I've ever seen a game that looked like that--I was blown away.

[@esmooth919]

I always wanted to play Prime, but I never got the chance because I didn't own a GameCube. However, I grew up with the original Metroid on NES, and I've played every 2D game since, except for Samus Returns. I knew I was going to get Dread the day it came out. I bought it online from Target, went to pick it up after work, streamed it that night, and had a freaking ball!

[@SemiOtterMatic4]

@@esmooth919 if you ever get the chance I’d strongly recommend trying it out. Metroid prime is an absolute gem of a game and holds up to modern day IMO. Just hoping Nintendo will pony up one day and give the first person take another go.

[@cybersketcher1130]

Samus Returns was my first, now I can't wait for Dread.

[@llamaparty]

First Metroid game was Super Metroid back in like 98, 23 years later and I am so damn happy that hopefully this franchise is about to make a huge comeback! Dread was honestly amazing! It made me want to replay all of the classic games again. I loved all of the stages and the sound and music for all of the stages, the boss fights were all challenging and took a lot of trial and error to figure them out. Over all 10/10 game

[@ShiKage08]

My first was Metroid Prime, but coupled with Fusion. I think I beat Fusion first, but I remember loving that you could connect the two games to get special contents. Fusion really opened my eyes to how much more the side scroller Metroids really display what Samus is capable of. It's something I don't think can be done correctly in the three dimensional format, but maybe I'm not thinking outside the box enough. Techniques like Speedbooster/Shinespark and Space Jump would probably not work quite as well in 3D.

[@greatestcait]

I love this game so much, seriously I’m only a few hours in and I’m already ready to declare it game of the year.

[@pandabearian]

Have you played Psychonauts 2?

[@elpege5565]

@@pandabearian tremendo amigo psychonauts 2 Figo se lleva el goty pero dread merece una mención

[@thelifesampler]

@@elpege5565 metroid estara en el top seguro , psychonauts es una bestialidad de creatividad tmb estara en el top-

[@alexanwhat]

My first Metroid was Metroid Prime, it really scared me a few times as a kid. It was also my very first First Person game, so it was something wildly new to me. After that I played Metroid Fusion, my first "classic" Metroid game and it also freaked me out. I worked out the nerve to eventually finish both and since then I became a fan and delved into the series and lore.

[@SelladorOfficial]

This sounds a lot like my experience haha. Prime had a few spooky moments but fusion really surprised me because I didn’t think a GBA game could be so suspenseful and darkly atmospheric.

[@MrDjentlegiant]

My 1st 2 Metroid games as well lol

[@wdavid2011]

Literally i remember getting Metroid on release for the NES so i love how nostalgic this feels. gotta pick it up

[@StephenC555]

Agree. Most of the bossfights are fun to play with. The final boss is quite hard to beat... and I never thought of there is one moment I need to do something to trigger the next action event, and that get me stuck for a while...

[@michaelsuezo]

I gotta say I loved all the references from other games presented in 3d in this game. That recap of fusion as short as it is just looks really good.

[@eldonchuffy2890]

I honestly wouldn’t mind Fusion getting a similar treatment to what they did with Samus Returns. I can only imagine how crazy they’d go with new hardware as well 💆‍♂️

[@CriticsConfession]

@@eldonchuffy2890 Apparently Samus Returns started as a pitch *for* a Fusion Remake. I honestly feel like a full pentalogy remake wouldn’t be too out of the question. A Super Metroid remake alone would in theory provide most of the tileset resources for a Zero Mission remake, and at that point it’s just down to a Fusion remake which wouldn’t be much since it’s both short and samey.

[@matguimond92]

never played Fusion and never playing this over rated crap fest.

[@michaelsuezo]

@@eldonchuffy2890 fusion remade in this engine would be cool but yeah the game would look similar. Then again fusions areas are artificial so a nice 3d bump would make it pop

[@FelixS.]

@@matguimond92 Right, because your mum and I won’t let you, Son. Now do your schoolwork.

[@endlessend2646]

It's a great game with a few caveats. The music didn't seem as memorable as tracks from previous titles and some of the boss fights overstayed their welcome. Other than that it's a solid title and I'm pretty sure it's the hardest 2D Metroid game out there. You will die a LOT. Fortunately the checkpoint system is pretty forgiving and you won't lose too much time.

[@SBHKur0]

I’d say it rides supers coat tails

[@purplealmond999]

Yeah I don't remember a single track of music from the game, except the one when EMMI is chasing you.

[@FelixS.]

I don’t get how people tend to say this game is hard. I think you can beat it pretty comfortable. I honestly find Super Metroid and Metroid Fusion harder as well as several other Metroidvanias like Castlevania Circle of the Moon, Ori or Hollow Knight.

[@SBHKur0]

@@FelixS. super Metroid and fusion can both be beaten in an hour, don’t give me that “these are harder than this cus retro title” bullshit, I’ve speedran those titles numerous times and can still speed run both in 1-2hrs easily. this game is clearly a lot harder.

[@FelixS.]

@@SBHKur0 „Clearly a lot harder“ is as subjective as „quality“ is, simpleton. Watch your words I responded in a neutral manner, if you are overstrained by normal conversation and exchange of opinions, you should avoid topics which could hurt your tiny soul. I did speedrun Fusion on a regular base with 100% completion. I died three or four times during my first Dread run, that is less than during my first encounter with Nightmare. So don’t YOU give me your bs regarding who is right or wrong. We are talking a 100% subjective matter here, snowflake. So please stop crying, ok?

[@erichurdle6702]

My first metroid was the very first game , when it came out on nes , then super metroid. Dread will be the first metroid game I've played since the snes one in the 90s . Looks killer. Excellent video , gameranx!

[@Av8r6o4]

I remember playing Super Metroid when I was a boy on super nintendo. To this day, it is still one of my favorite games ever. I can always pick it up once every few years and play through it

[@vintagemonte]

This will be my first intro to the series. Very excited!

[@gameranxTV]

👍

[@ryansurgison3618]

It's a well loved series. I got my copy but I'm still thinking of metroid prime 4 as well.

[@Cookberg]

Welcome to fandom for the most underrated series in gaming

[@garrettously3605]

Congratz you will enjoy this game but condolences as well since you've missed so much...I would say go back a play prime series and all the handheld titles but you may not feel like playing old games.

[@Drangelon]

My first real Metroid title was Metroid II: Return of Samus on GB. Being structured in a linear format helped greatly, and from there allowed me to expand onto other Metroid titles. I can easily say Dread stands strongly on its feet, head held high among its predecessors from which it pulled elements from.

[@CorruptPianist]

I played Prime 3 on the Wii and loved it. Went out and got the whole Prime trilogy collection, really sunk my teeth into them. Later, I fell in love with Super Metroid, and really enjoyed Zero Mission and Fusion. I even played Other M just to get more Metroid. I'm so glad to see the series make a comeback, and I really hope it continues from here! Can't wait to see what happens with Prime 4.

[@gameranxTV]

Thanks for sharing!

[@LoaphMeat]

My first Metroid game was Prime, ans I played the whole trilogy without playing any mainline 2-D titles. Dread was my first mainline and I freaking LOVE it

[@Cookberg]

First Metroid game was Metroid II, though Super Metroid was the *one* man. That was the one that solidified Metroid as my second favorite series in gaming (and Super being my favorite game ever...for now, until Dread possibly dethrones it). I love every aspect of this game, even down to the small details of Samus pressing against walls and such. I think/hope this game is the one that launches Metroid into the respect it has earned. I’m also pulling hard for this to be in discussion for GOTY, it honestly really should be in the top 5 given it’s quality and the lack of other standouts from this year. I’m also *SO* happy for the relentless advertising campaign Nintendo has gone on for this. The stars have aligned and it’s time for us to celebrate this gem of a game/series! 🎉🥳

[@SackMan039]

Been streaming this game, and exploring, combat, and the environment is SO much fun to experience for the first time. Loved this series since Super, and am SUPER glad its finally back!

[@SmoothyCriminal]

@False Theory chill out sippin that hater juice friend

[@SackMan039]

@False Theory I prefer twitch with my 0 subs

[@ivansoedjono]

I hope this is a beginning of a new Metroid era of games

[@massimorosiello6055]

This is my first metroid game and I freaking love it. I never had a switch until December, mostly played pc and console. The fact that I got this game simply because it was new and I needed to build a library was the best random/unaware buy I ever did. To simply put it I was never a fan of 2d games, they just never clicked with me and mostly because the ones I played weren't good and left a bad impression. I did watch Woods (BeatemUps) and how he mention metroid and excited he was. Thats when my curiosity peeked, but again it was 2D and my curiosity suddenly fell. Originally I was going to pick up zelda breathe of the wild as my second nintendo switch game and while doing that I saw metroid and took it thinking it was 10 bucks off at Walmart. Shock on me, but I still continued the purchase, and that's how my life got turned upside down for the best. Yes the games layout and system is difficult, mostly getting used to the map and how you traverse it (especially not being familiar with 2D games). It is a bit of a mind boogle and I did take a couple of days break from it and then hope on. This mechanic is the only truly difficult thing I see about this game as it doesn't tell you where to go (but there are guides if your truly stuck), yes the boss fights are challenging but I love dark soul games and have played 4 fromsoft games. So the boss challenge was enjoyable and gives you that badass feel and achievement (it also keeps play time longer). Over all I hope Nintendo continues the metroid series as this is definitely a game that will take new players into a hole new fun world. I can't speak for fans of the series as this is my first metroid game, but I can definitely speak as a new comer that I have been absorbed into the metroid universe and hope a new game is under consideration and soon production. So is this worth a buy, Fuck ya! I never regretted my purchase of this game and its definitely on my personal top 10 games. If your worried about the 2D aspect or even the challenge, then don't be. As mentioned there are guides to help you through. I wrote this huge ass paragraph to maybe and hopefully help any new buyers who are considering this game. I say full send that bitch and pick up a copy.

[@asc2116]

Awesome… I think I’m going to buy it. The demo was a good way to try it out and this convinced me to get it even more.. thx!

[@deadninjastorage6160]

Metroid for the NES was my entry into the series and I loved everything about it. Well, not having a map sucked and it made exploring very tedious because a lot of the areas looked exactly the same. But they rectified that problem with Super Metroid and knocked it out of the park. Looking forward to playing Metroid Dread and getting those nostalgia juices flowing again

[@MrDjentlegiant]

You should play zero mission

[@julianpena22]

Watching the Metroid Dread before you buy, while playing Metroid Dread...

[@jamesjuntilla7494]

Same actually. 😅

[@Maxsfable]

I definitely get your gripes about what the TV does to the image of Dread. It doesn't hurt the quality or expose bad textures, but to me, it definitely has an effect on the intensity of the colors on the screen washing certain things like the contrast of lights in the background against a dark foreground. Again, subjective, and definitely varies on what monitor/tv you use, but that was my experience running it. Otherwise, it's beautiful both docked and handheld!

[@madmagician6796]

My first Metroid game was actually Metroid Fusion, which I LOVED. It's extra fun to revisit that vibe, which Dread nails perfectly.

[@jaminbuckles7296]

I’ve pretty much played all of them except for the gameboy. My first was the original on the NES and of course I love super Metroid and I’m early in to dread but it seems to be on the same level as super Metroid. In my opinion this is a special game. Love it so far

[@neustron]

I was 8 years old when I got to play Metroid Prime, at the time I thought it was a horror game because of the first boss lol and I didn't have a save card so I had to either leave it on or replay it all over again. Fun memories ☺️

[@holtster3797]

My first metroid was the OG nes metroid. Who all remembers the save code Justin Bailey that gave you a powered Samus with wave beam ton of missiles and the missing power suit. Her hair changing color when you used the charge beam was funny too. Wow now I feel old. Thanks

[@jameshackney4649]

Can't wait to get this game. Hopefully next week.

[@recordatron]

I'm quite surprised to see more than a few outlets bemoaning how the game looks on a TV. I don't know if it's just my TV but even at 55 inches it looks good to me, the fact they chose not to use TAA helps a lot to make it look crisp with surprisingly few jaggies. Maybe it varies from TV to TV but on a decent set it looks pretty darn good to me.

[@cwheels01]

Agreed, looks pretty good. I'm not sure if complaints are coming from the "it needs to look exactly like real life" camp or what, but it looks good.

[@Destructonaut]

I keep hearing that complaint and I'm super confused. I'm playing on a 65" LG OLED and it is straight up gorgeous

[@Frank-xo5he]

Maybe it's 4k TV's? I still haven't made the switch to 4k and dread looks great on my 40 inch 1080p TV. I remember keeping a 720p TV around because standard def stuff looked much better on it. To me, playing in handheld mode would be a waste.

[@jamesmccloud1002]

@@Frank-xo5he I have a 4k 60in and it looks great to me as well. The only part that looked rough was the cutscene with the friendly bird. The outline of the stairs behind them looked pretty bad. That's all I saw though.

[@nagatsukinura8117]

Before Dread, I knew nothing about Metroid. But to prepare myself, I read some stuff from the wiki and got interested with Samus instantly. Then I watched the theme performed by The Game Awards orchestra, and I was sold. So I bought myself a copy, and just like everything stated in this video, this game is just great. It's so smooth and never at one point I noticed any glitch or something wrong with the animation. The final battle was so amazing and badass that I'm planning to get the next game. Solid 9/10 game for me.

[@murph1329]

first Metroid game was Metroid...pretty sure i rented it. First Metroid game i purchased was Metroid 2 on Gameboy. First Metroid game that got me hooked was Super Metroid, which is right up there with Link to the Past as greatest game of all time.

[@Mr-Pulse]

Metroid Dread looks amazing, so glad to see this series get new life breathed into it. Can't wait to play it this week.

[@johnnyjay6959]

Definitely want to get this game. Haven’t played Metroid since NES. Ya that long lol. But the gameplay I watch was great but there are a ton of hidden paths that will mess up new players for sure. But I’m excited to try it

[@zaccwalker3098]

My first was prime, when I was a kid. I loved that game and still do.

[@khoreybrown4349]

Thanks for the video. My first Metroid was the original but I was a little kid back then so I never beat it. Years later I have a Gameboy Advanced and I played and beat Zero Mission and Fusion. I played The Prime series particularly part 1 and Hunters for the Nintendo DS, didn't care for the first person view myself though. I also played Other M and enjoyed it more than most as well as Samus Returns. I'm definitely excited that they finally made a game that takes place after Fusion.

[@strobaholic]

This game deserves an “EMMI” award for it’s difficulty. 😆

[@kennyguevara6277]

Is it harder than Fusion?

[@strobaholic]

@@kennyguevara6277 I didn’t play fusion yet. Sorry bro.

[@jacobfoxall5633]

@@kennyguevara6277 I think I honestly died more times in Dread in my first playthrough than my first playthrough of Fusion. Dread is still a must buy for a switch for me and looking forward when Prime get here.