Metroid Dread Nintendo Switch Review

[@SwitchUpYt]

Where would you rank this game in the Metroid series? It has to be right up there doesn't it? Let us know in the comments section. Glen

[@fozandharley]

From one Glen to another......yeah its right up there next to super metroid for me

[@thedirtywoodsman604]

@@fozandharley 😂 “from one Glen to another”.. Tis a tale of 2 Glens?!?! 😂 Maybe I’m losing it, but I couldn’t stop repeating that in a Dragons Crown, narrator kind of voice…Yeah I’m definitely losing it… lmao.

[@sandrakreiner9001]

It will be my first Metroid game, so inevitably at number 1^^

[@james441]

I’d put it top 3. Possibly top 2? Super Metroid and prime

[@mrgreenskittles5198]

As someone who has pre ordered a physical copy of this game but still hasn't received it (games usually take a couple more days to get here), I was eagerly waiting for the SwitchUp review. Thanks a lot for this one Glen, now I just hope I'll receive it soon!

[@joshuaperle8736]

Idk man, I feel like a kid again. I am not exaggerating, I literally feel some rush in my chest and nervousness while playing it, either I need to check my heart or this game is truly amazing

[@Emili0ch3]

It's a great game but a routine check wouldn't be bad

[@rsiv5156]

I feel nervousness, too - from the EMMIs stalking me, lol. Metroid “dread” is aptly named. It is tense.

[@lotheravanti4295]

Totally agree

[@karpsd6228]

Same here.

[@sselluoss5935]

Good games with great immersion tend to do that. It's normal. Nice chemical hit of nostalgia and endorphins. The diablo 2 remaster has been the same way for me

[@samuelking6416]

The best thing about this game is that it shows Nintendo is starting to really trust external developers with their big franchises. I'm looking forward to the future of Nintendo games. Also, Dread is amazing.

[@rayzas4885]

I mean they already were close with nintendo because of samus returns and they were very involved in the project

[@samuelking6416]

@@rayzas4885 totally agree, but id say that there is a difference between a remake on (technically) Nintendo's old hardware vs a mainline title on the Switch.

[@erikhendrickson59]

Already know that I would absolutely purchase a Dread DLC. Hopefully the sales warrant a full sequel, though!

[@rayzas4885]

@@Blynat you're missing out on the best metroid experience in a decade then

[@PedalPoopers]

Yes, and yet they censor so much KZbin from sharing content lol Bout time Nintendo does something right, eh?

[@mr.ansatsu7966]

This is my first Metroid and I love it. It is challenging and can be a bit unforgiving, but won't have it any other way.

[@Sujisan4]

Mine too. I'm going to go back and play the rest of the Metroid games after Dread.

[@thedirtywoodsman604]

Wouldn’t be Metroid if it didn’t. 👌

[@arturo7926]

Thank y'all for giving our beloved franchise a try. It means the world to us long time fans.

[@matuscara4733]

@@arturo7926 jeez

[@captainprometheus3102]

Abit of spoiler So far, the only boss I have any issues with is the Robo Chozos. I dislike the arenas. So annoying, till I just decided, just use missiles and flash dash, don't bother with the blue sword melee counters.

[@TheExile285]

Played this all weekend and finished it Sunday night. Absolutely loved it!

[@The_darkside_of]

How long is it?

[@jmsmith6]

Its so polished, and smooth- loving it. Between this and Disco Elysium I think I’m going to be good for a while.

[@danschwartz7891]

Still on my first playthrough. I have played the Gameboy and snes versions and this does not disappoint. Emmi definitely ramp up the pacing until you get screw attack since your mobility just gets ridiculous by then.

[@redcrimson1028]

I loved metroid prime and zero missions. All metroid games are great except fusion

[@PieInTheSky9]

Metroid Fusion was amazing too

[@adrianw8967]

This is the first metroid game I’ve ever play, it’s very difficult but I absolutely love it! Great purchase

[@coolslc]

Same! Having a blast! 🤙🏽

[@Morlock5K]

Loving DREAD. Easily my game of the year so far. The ambience in the EMMIE zones is pure class. Metroid is back!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, the music is stellar. Different to the other games but fantastic still. Glen

[@qwickiegaming8597]

We shall see I’m veering off that but who knows

[@woozuk79]

I’ve been playing Metroid Prime on the GameCube recently. Dread captures everything that was great about that game and the early 2d games, making the gameplay streamlined and the graphics are fantastic. Can’t recommend it enough.

[@Sealy_boy]

After having played all 2D Metroids in the last week and a half, this one ranks #1! Amazing game and the level design is absolutely brilliant.

[@FluffyMustache]

I totally agree. I didn’t think it would surpass Super, but it blew my mind. Nintendo knocked it out of the park!

[@Jbayz]

You can't surpass the genre father of super metroid for me. Not possible. I paid for it at a Kmart through lay away with my first job, a paper route.

[@devilsolution9781]

In terms of side scrollers though, is it better than ori, hollow knight, celeste and dead cells? I was expecting it to be under £30 just because its competition are all below £20. In terms of value for money dead cells seems the best in for what it offers replayability wise, how does the combat compare to dead cells / hollow knight / ori?

[@devilsolution9781]

Ive never played a metroid game and id venture to play it except it would need to top my other side scrolling action adventure games, bar dead cells because i find that too steep a hill for it to climb.

[@danschwartz7891]

The added 3d ish elements really polished this game up as well as the counter opportunities that lead into an almost cut sceen or camera pan knocked this one to the top for me too

[@jammedcookie]

I really thought you would say "so is this game EMMIE award worthy or a dreadful experience?" in the introduction :P

[@SwitchUpYt]

Haha, nice! I was way too flu-ed up to think that straight! Glen

[@chilly6470]

That's good! 😄😄😄

[@DkViking1]

My favourite comment of the day! 😅

[@superfly9487]

My son and I are loving it so far. I was a little unsure with the price tag, but having played it now, I don’t regret the purchase at all.

[@ssfbob456]

I'm loving Dread, my only issue are the EMMIs. With Fusion the SA-X was a pretty rare encounter, so when you did run into it it was always super tense and the chases were heart racing, bit you run into the EMMIs so often that it doesn't take long before the tension wears off and they just become annoying.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, less is more sometimes. Glen

[@aryanpradeep9172]

@J Prez GET OUT

[@saulon3065]

I haven't finished it yet, but I find my self "lost" more often than I'd like, maybe it's because I'm just bad, but it's still fun to explore

[@Maverick.D.]

I got lost all the time as well on my first playthrough. Now on my second playthrough I realized the reason I got lost is cause I always veered off to explore.

[@withoutthejuice7193]

It helps a lot once you get the scanner that lets you see hidden blocks.

[@PikaLink91]

Oh I checked the map every 5 sec mate.

[@solismax65]

That’s the point. But I can see how it can be annoying. I still recommend not searching up what to do and keep exploring. A tip, shot everything with everything

[@playerparker0]

Yeah same. I just wish the map was easier to read.

[@alexyahyoo7827]

I love dread so much! The only thing I have mixed feelings about is the music. At one hand, it provides amazing atmosphere and elevates the tone of the situation Samus is in. But on the other, it's missing (imo) those atmospheric/catchy tunes you can find all across Super Metroid (like the overgrown brinstar theme). It has beautiful composition either way, and I'm extremely grateful for the music and the game :)

[@wanghiskhan7345]

I always hate the exclusion of theme music in modern properties/releases. Batman Begins is solid and I know Zimmer worked to make him "earn" his theme but I still think it was a bit muted and bland. Love the brinstar theme you're talking about.

[@fozandharley]

I'm loving this game I've gone in completely blind as I avoided anything to do with the game and its just fantastic the movement is so smooth and quick, and the first boss that everyone has seen.....samus walk near the end of the fight might just be the coolest I've seen a video game character be

[@stuckinthe90sThegoldenera]

Thinking about buying it today.

[@brycedecker7142]

Oh yeah when I saw that I immediately saved the video clip and then watched it like five more times it is soooo badass

[@304Blaise]

Samus is a whole new level of badass in dread. It gets a bit scary later on lol

[@busyjt]

I made the mistake of starting to play when I was already in an irritable mood. I didn’t have the patience for EMMI encounters eventually so I put it down until I get the switch OLED, delayed as Walmart seem to have f’d up preorders. I’m not frustrated about that at all :) Seems like a great game, just not one to play when already in a frustrated mood.

[@jordanrock3494]

That's why I picked up super Mario 3d world at the same time, so when I get stuck or frustrated I just throw in some chill ass mario 😆

[@joaquincoll8462]

This game is incredible, I didn't played too much of metroid since now, so didn't expect too much and it has been one of the best video games I have ever played. Game of the year by far for me

[@WhispyWoods.]

Whoa! Hope you feel better than you sound. Well wishes for a fast recovery. I had been waiting for your review on this 👍

[@JustKweku]

LOVING this game! I really love the fluidity of Samus' movements and it only gets better as the game progresses...her slide is so simple but so slick awesome awesome game ❤️❤️

[@lilyoftheali2305]

Playing through Super Metroid for the first time to get a feel for the series, and loving it so far! It's challenging but so satisfying. Dread looks like it'll be the same, now I'm excited to play it. Thanks for the review!

[@Bonebloke]

This blew away every one of my expectations in the best ways possible. Didn't think it would match up to Super Metroid, but now I put Dread right at the top. Edit: Fantastically done review by the way! Having finished the game myself now, I was happy to hear/see no spoilers throughout. KZbin can be a dangerous place for such things and I know this channel is a safe place.

[@minusp895]

Loved me some Metroid since I was about 6 years old. I'm 35 now and I feel like that wee man getting lost on Zebes all over again. 10/10 game.

[@TokenStrife]

I beat it yesterday, and I have to say I agree completely with this review. It really was an amazing game. I managed to get all but 4 of the upgrades, because some of those speed block puzzles were too much for my skills haha. But it was well worth the money for the special edition for me. I’m looking to start hard mode soon

[@nikluz3807]

The speed block puzzles are a beast. It’s definitely the hardest skill to master considering it requires the most button dexterity.

[@Moe-Scola]

After rolling credits last night, I can say that my first foray into a 2D Metroid game was thoroughly enjoyable. Movement is fast and fluid, making for great fun as you slide under crevices, wall jump to higher areas and run for your life while being chased by an E.M.M.I. I do wish the double jump worked without needing to be moving left or right, though. There were more than a few times where I did a tuck roll instead because I wasn't pushing the left stick far enough left or right when trying to dodge an enemy or attack. But that is a minor complaint. While I sometimes got frustrated by getting lost, eventually realized that there was always a way out of an area if I looked thoroughly enough, and that helped me to enjoy the process of stumbling through the map over and over (The crisp, well detailed visuals didn't hurt, either). Plus, by the end of the game, it was quite fun to be powerful enough to shred through enemies with ease while trying to collect all the items. Overall, I ended the game feeling like my $60USD was well spent. Now I want more 2D Metroid.

[@erikhendrickson59]

The fluidity of the animations really helps make your upgrades feel more impactful. The way Samus seemlessly enters Morph Ball tunnels for example, using different animations based on the height of the tunnel, feels amazing.

[@noradurst5317]

The audio is what always hooked me in Metroid games, so very creepy and unique. Great review!

[@tyguy3876]

Just beat it last night, physical pick up for sure. Took my time & loved every second. 10/10 GOTY. As a long time Metroid fan, I'm so glad it lives up to the name!

[@avalanche1990]

Preordered the game and when it came online Thursday 9pm Pacific time even while trying to concentrate on my online d&d game it kept pulling me away. Been playing it all weekend it's my first playthrough and I am deeply enjoying it

[@superfly9487]

Hope you feel better soon, dude. Even on a sick day, your reviews are still better than most. Keep up the great work guys.

[@Nibelhein]

Wishing you a speedy recovery! I was lucky to grab a special edition on my local GameStop on release day so I will be savoring this one :) (after finishing my rerun on super Metroid )

[@AltheSpiderlord]

I'm on the final boss. It has been such an amazing gameplay experience. No handholding. Just pure metroidvania. Shinesparks, infinite bomb jumping, sequence breaking, all present and correct. It is a masterpiece. The game expects you to learn and get better. I love it.

[@robofistsrevenge3288]

I would say, out of all 7 mainline titles (including remakes), Dread sits at a very solid 3rd place for me. I know that might seem low, but keep in mind that we're talking about _Metroid_ here. Even the worst games are still fantastic games. And when the only two titles beating you are the masterpieces Super and Zero Mission...yeah, 3rd place is phenomenal. Well worth the wait.

[@thelandsbetween5840]

The precision offered by the joystick wouldn't have been possible with a d-pad

[@oscaralbertococanodiaz2135]

Still, there could be se customization for controls. Impossible to play in some controls such a GameCube controller. Who would play a game with a GC switch controller?? Well... Unfortunately it's the only control I've got :(

[@qinn1996]

@@oscaralbertococanodiaz2135 Have you forgotten about the fact that you can remap the Switch buttons in the Switch's settings?

[@oscaralbertococanodiaz2135]

@@qinn1996 woa!! Didn't know this!!

[@ryanpercival9823]

I'm almost through this game, and I am loving it. The movement makes me so excited for speedruns!!!

[@kylebuss8084]

Loving it so far and the visuals look great in handheld on the new OLED...get well soon Glen!

[@danielscott70x7]

Loving so much about the game, my first Metroid since finishing Fusion back on the GBA, but man… I am TERRIBLE at it. 😅 Those EMMI zones have my stress levels up to the max.

[@10191927]

This game with a Dpad would’ve been awful with this game considering how buttery smooth Samus handles and the controls are a sublime experience.

[@xiongkuniu]

Completely agree, the game was absolutely designed with the stick in mind. Not only is the d pad mapped to specific actions, but the free aim is only possible through the stick. This is not a fair point of criticism from this review. If the reviewer is going to criticize not being able to switch to the d pad, then it’s necessary to come up with an alternative for how free aim would work.

[@joesterling4299]

The problem is the slipperiness he mentioned. if you're off by even a little bit when pressing up or down, Samus moves left or right in a hurry. Getting used to planting yourself to aim is essential.

[@HondoJarrus]

Hope you can get some rest and get better soon, Glen! Nice review, I have the special edition on order. 😁Cheers!

[@MissBubbles]

Excellent video as always! hope you get well soon. I wish I can play it but I fear that the difficulty level will not be welcoming to a new comer into the genre like myself. Regardless, I am happy for the OG fans and everyone else who are having an amazing time with it ✨

[@septarap3901]

Ghostrunner patch 1.5 is out!

[@VerbeekTruther]

I'm not wild about the soundtrack or the AI explaining literally everything Everything else is excellent

[@lNllClK]

Felt like there were a lot of missed opportunities with sound design, like when the EMMI gets you, it doesn't sound quite as "dreadful" as it should. Also some weird music in the intro sequence, totally out of place. And the AI voice is quite annoying. Most sound and ALL gameplay/puzzles/exploration is awesome, just my nitpicks

[@Esenin472]

The music in the intro is the theme from Super Metroid, it is a series' classic, but I agree with you on the sound desing and ost in general, to me it is the only thing it really lacked with the bgm being too much anonymous compared to some of the bangers the previous games had. The AI however is fine, in Fusion there was an identical system to Dread's, with the dedicated AI rooms but in Fusion it would literally tell you where to go and unlock the way to that sector, in Dread I found it to be a less intrusive nice middleground

[@VerbeekTruther]

@@Esenin472 sure, it's preferable to fusion But it would be even better if he wasn't in the game at all.

[@VerbeekTruther]

@@lNllClK I liked adams voice, just not his role And yeah, I wished they a few more sound cues for the emmis, and leveraged the lighting a bit better. But like you said, nitpicks at most

[@huyjustin99]

I was always looked forward to your review of my fav games first, quite late but it's worth my time when seeing this. And your review is truly honest, make it easy for me to decide a final choice. Thank you!

[@spear-twirlingbokoblin7390]

Wow, I can't believe Nintendo called it Metroid in honour of the Metroidvania genre! 😂👍 (before anyone kills me, I know it's the other way around... it's a joke)

[@sandrakreiner9001]

Finally :) Been waiting for your review!

[@happyeverydayeverydayokay3407]

Get well soon Glen! I thought it was a new reviewer of switchup. Great review btw.

[@xulgojira]

Been loving it, love that feeling you get from finally figuring out a tough section.

[@woody9437]

Controls should get 20 out of 20. It's by far the best controlling 2d game so far.

[@halcyonacoustic7366]

It's a lot to learn and some things are unfamiliar (jump isn't on A!) but every choice can be justified.

[@Ser-Smiley]

Get well soon Glen.

[@gleipnirrr]

I'm right before the final boss fight as this review comes out. will watch the full video later, but as someone who loves the lore of metroid and would put metroidvanias at his favorite genre, this has been a true, addictive pleasure for me. i could barely put it down, and it was well worth the full 60euros for me. The combat and controls are tight, responsive, satisfying, but i feel there's something Metroid Dread does best even among the greatest metroidvanias: exploration. the maps are all an intricate puzzle that starts out with a feeling of linearity, but thanks to the myriad of upgrades that the game has available (and somehow most of them feel satisfying and unique to use), they open up more and more, and it all falls in place like an elaborate puzzle depicting a work of art, and each time you put a piece in a place you couldnt before, it conveys a feeling of earned power that i find is rare. 10/10 for me, could probably drone on about it for hours.

[@statesminds]

Hope you get over the flu quickly and feel better soon. Thanks for the review, definitely will pick up soon. I was waiting to find a special edition but just going to give up lol

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, they sold out pretty quickly! Glen

[@yolandabohm3505]

If it's even half as good as Samus Returns, this is a must-buy!

[@johnilett3044]

Haven’t played it yet but the 2D metroids are my favourite amd can’t wait to play this. Thanks for the review guys

[@Nicespice42069]

This looks solid, glad to finally see another 2D Metroid game.

[@RyanS406]

Saw your recent video that it’s on sale, which led me here … I’m gonna pick it up. Thanks!

[@paullansville]

Pure dedication my guy,You’re not feeling well but still find the time to put out an amazing review.👊🏽#zMetroid Dread is 🔥🔥🔥🔥GOTY 👍🏽

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thank you my friend. Glen

[@esmooth919]

5:00 I'm not used to using an analog stick to move a character in 2D, either, But they made Samus control like butter in this game, and that's a good thing. Also, you kind of need the analog stick for 360 aiming.

[@tabris95]

I hope you feel better! You sound so sick! Great review as usual

[@SwitchUpYt]

Cheers mate! Glen

[@tank70g]

Ive been following this channel before it had more than 1k and i want you to know im proud of the hard work and content this channel has had and keeps having💪🏽

[@SwitchUpYt]

Very much appreciated mate. Thank you. Glen

[@madscientist2621]

Been waiting for your review! Thanks!

[@ToolShopGuy]

I love the Alien 3 reference! Loved that game on SNES

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, that was a great game! Glen

[@pjzelda75]

Been waiting for this one to get posted. Great job as always gentlemen.

[@richard-or3ur]

Played through the first one as a kid, played through super as a teenager, and playing through this one as a middle aged man. Dread is very, very good so far.

[@TheLazyGentleman91]

Hope you get better soon man!

[@ZaffsProductions]

Haven’t played a Metroid since Metroid Fusion and I’m loving it! I’m struggling to put my Switch down! 😃

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, Fusion was great too. Glen

[@mockersjayparker813]

Minus Super Metroid on SNES online, Dread was my first Metroid game and I’m having a blast with it. I love how hard it is and how it challenges me to learn the controls well and find stuff on my own. I can’t wait to see what’s next.

[@ExGeMan]

Thanks for the review. I already picked the game up and am throughly enjoying it. Glad to see it is getting its due. Excellentlly crafted experience regardless of how long it takes you to beat it. Cheers!

[@zoolio]

This game is amazing... I love. Some of those E.M.M.I chases can be absolutely terrifying.

[@BMW-sd6nn]

Just beat it today and im going in for a hard mode %100 run. It's fantastic.

[@householdharmony8726]

Get well soon Glen! Don't make him work too hard, Mark!

[@Marathon5151]

Samus is my favorite video game character. I was so excited that I was able to buy the special edition and Amiibo pack when it came out to go along with my new OLED switch.

[@comedicpuppy]

Hope you get well soon man, thanks for the awesome review... My only qualm with picking up this game immediately is the fact that I haven't played any previous games... And Nintendo ISN'T MAKING IT EASY. In any case, thanks again

[@SwitchUpYt]

Cheers mate. Yeah, the story recaps previous events so you could get by without playing the others. Would be nice to have them available though! Glen

[@nikluz3807]

Just beat it and got 100%. Took me 15 hours but felt like so much longer. and now playing through hard mode. What a fantastic game. Definitely worth a second play through while the memory is still fresh.

[@crtscream]

Last year I tried Super Metroid for the first time, having only played Metroid Prime 3 before that. I thought "there's no way a 2D game can be as good as this," and Super Metroid quickly became one of my all time favourite games, and I've played it 4 times since. Having played the Demo for this earlier this week, I'm so excited to play the full game - it took everything that made Super Metroid, and made it exceptional

[@Gameitupchannel]

My copy finally arrived today, loving it :)

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, it's great. Nostalgia is stopping it from usurping Super Metroid at the top of my rankings but it could easily take top spot otherwise. Glen

[@mikeuk666]

👍

[@martindion4846]

Its a fair score your giving. I sometimes make my own score based reviews before I watch your videos and my score was a bit higher. Maybe its the nostalgia but what a game!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah it really is great!

[@martindion4846]

@@SwitchUpYt I think its just side by side with Super Metroid to answer the topic question

[@manamaster6]

After playing all the previous 2D Metroid games I played the first few minutes of Dread and how amazingly it plays was just awesome. Using the stick wasn't as comfortable as the Dpad, but the smooth movement, responsive feeling, etc. were great.

[@MauricioFernandezF]

I was expecting this review, and it gave me the confirmation I needed without spoiling too much. Thanks!

[@Ranvier6]

There are no d-pad movement control because you can map the buttons yourself in the system settings.

[@Adrian-wh3mk]

My game of the year pick. I love it, my #2 Metroid game. Super is still my first pick…. nostalgia lol

[@guyvandermire4146]

I would like to point out that if you are like me and prefer using an 8bitdo M30 or a similar third party retro controller that uses it's directional pad as the Nintendo Switch's left thumbstick inputs then the issue of not being able to move with the directional pad becomes a non issue when playing Metroid Dread on the Nintendo Switch. I prefer to use the direcrional pad on the M30 as it is one of my favorite directional pads available for the Nintendo Switch. I just thought I would mention this because you guys made a point of it in the video. Unlike some of 8bitdo's other retro controllers that are compatible with the Nintendo Switch, like the now pricey SNES30 for example, the M30 is still available on most websites for under forty bucks. Just remember to order the Bluetooth version and not the 2.4 GHZ version with the dongle that is designed for the Sega Genesis Classic Edition by accident! It looks almost identical. I also would like to point out that I was able to program a ready to use input configuration for Metroid Dread in the Nintendo Switch's settings menu that works perfectly on my M30 without much hubbub. I can still lock my aiming with the left bumper and toggle missile fire on the fly with my right bumper. The only concession I had to make was to map the slide move to the y or x button, I forget which, which works totally fine. It all feels much better than on a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. Do not listen to any of the Metroid Dread haters who are posting articles on the internet right now in which they are criticizing the game for a number of chicken crap reasons. Metroid Dread is a stone cold modern classic, and I expected nothing less from Nintendo.

[@mauricehoman9559]

Received the wonderful Special Edition yesterday. Looking forward to playing *my first Metroid* game. Or does Metroid Pinball count as well? Played that one extensively.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Metroid Pinball was great! Glen

[@ppfclark]

Thanks! Excellent review! Get well soon.

[@rory6483]

Hope you feel better soon man 👍

[@stormrider1049]

Sounds like an excellent purchase normally, and at god tier during a sale. Awesome

[@venoshockk]

I'm with Glenn on the controls thing, so many times where I felt like I couldn't nail something down with the joystick but feel like I could've nailed it with the D-Pad

[@christopherrobinson3857]

This is the first 2d Metroid game I've played, and honestly it scratches a video gaming itch I didn't know I needed scratched. The game is flipping awesome.

[@Smilecollector120]

Hope you feel better...I come to you when I need a review on a game I am looking at.

[@Nanobit84]

This game is simply amazing and definitely moved to the top of my Switch favorite game (maybe all time favorite top 10?!)

[@douglascarter2078]

I wanted d-pad controls when I started the game and quickly came to realize how smooth and sleek Samus controls and admit I was completely wrong. The game handles like a dream.

[@switchmaster5860]

I always enjoy your guys reviews.. already bought the game but wanted to watch anyway haha

[@iTechGamingLOL]

Personally the only bad things i could say about this game is : 1) -the back tracking for those who want to do a 100% will be a pain in the ass cause of the lack of a hub system connecting the areas, so you have to traverse throught multiple locations just to reach a specific spot or even do an entire loop cause in some areas the doors or pathways are one ways which block you to progress any further. 2)- before aquiring the sonar abillity to locate break able walls, you may end up in some frustrating moments trying to find the break able wall to progress, this most likely will happen early on the game were you don't have many missiles to spare to use since you are low in capacity, but also if you haven't any experirience with metroid game the whole idea finding walls to break may not be familiar to you since in metroid the walls/blocks you break have nothing on them unusual to give you the idea that those can break (yes there are some walls that have a red pulsating thing that make it obvious to shoot, but there are also the block walls). happened to me twice, which in one case i had to watch a tutorial after trying to find it for 20 minutes. 3)- no dpad option just killed me multiple times especially on boss fights cause of the lack of accuracy while on top of that you have to aim and move with the same analog stick, this is by design since almost every button on your controller is required to be used to play the game so there is no way to switch the control settings. 4) - idk how to call those fights, they weren't boss fights but treated as one by giving them their own stage and require to defeat them so you can progress further in to the game. let's call those elite fights, on each EMMI there is one which is stupidly easy and exactly the same every time, each chozzo mechanical and infected soldier are also the same but they just hit harder or instead to fight one you fight two at the same time. there was no diversity and it was quite repetetive for the sake of play time. 5) - price, yes ill complain about that, while the game is almost perfect, the price tag is not at all. besides the indie market flooding the metroidvania genre in affordable prices and good quality there is no way to sell me a game as expensive as this and not give its players at least some language options. Besides adam speaking english in a robotic voice the rest do not even speak in a regular language, so in the end of the day the only thing they had to do is adding subtitles in different languages in the cutscenes and the UI. Like come on nintendo this had to be the least you should have done. I may had my complains but i truly love this game (most the times). I hope for nintendo to stop being so negative about old fashioned game designs, konami did the same with Iga and his Castlevania series but luckily, with founders he delivered a new industry standard for metroidvania games in the form of Bloodstained with it's 2.5D graphics, which we also see now on metroid dread. With a game as succesfull as metroid dread i wish to see the older metroid games getting a remake or at least being finally introduced in to the nintendo eshop in a trilogy series.

[@stephenhirt1883]

I have other notes but I would have liked to see the option to switch buttons.

[@kennycarter5682]

Got 1 emmi left, I really hope for a cool area that I haven't discovered yet, hot/cold areas, def spices up the rooms to have extreme temperatures, I wish other metrovanias used extreme temperatures to spice up areas and rooms....

[@lfenrych]

I've seen it noted that the reason that there's no d-pad support for movement is probably because it'd have been difficult to support free aim while moving without making it a completely different game by using the right stick for aim. Which some people would have no doubt preferred but being dyspraxic I find twin-stick shooters and that next to impossible so I'm glad they didn't.

[@bobmcbobg1696]

I’ve never played a Metroid game before. Yes, I’m 34 and grew up with a Nintendo and Super Nintendo. Never played it lol. Great review. Thinking about getting this… we shall see.

[@ThePlob]

Hope you get better man

[@The_darkside_of]

Approx how long is it?

[@Brisk855]

My first Metroid game and I hate that I suck at it, and I love it!