Metroid Prime Remastered Is Frustratingly Unique | First Time Playing

[@GramKraken]

The music is also so good didn't mention it enough!

[@grownconch1327]

Regarding Meta Ridley's second phase, ANY moment it opens its mouth is an opportunity to shoot. Some are hard than others, but my favorite is when Meta Ridley is getting ready to charge at you. If you time a Plasma beam Charge just right, it will flinch Ridley instead. The timing is Slightly preemptive, for me at least, but once it clicks, IT CLICKS!

[@BradTheDead]

This. The fight is a lot quicker when you realize that the opportunities to attack/stagger him are actually pretty frequent. That stomp attack he does, for example? No need to wait it out: just shoot a charged plasma shot (or a super missile/ice spreader blast if you can time it) when he opens his mouth right before he leaps up.

[@Nails077]

I personally liked the artefact hunt. Reading the clues, figuring out where to go and then finding them there was pretty satisfying for me. Shows a little of Samus' detective side too which I appreciate.

[@toxicmanbaby1069]

You got it right when you said the game was "like Zelda". Even when it was new, around 2002, I remember friends arguing about Metroid Prime vs Halo, which one was the better game. And I specifically remember pointing out that Metroid was more like Zelda than Halo, minus the towns and NPCs. My point was that comparing Metroid to Halo was like comparing apples and bananas

[@wiffmastermase]

Megaman in any flavor is a better comparison. Take away their title and what makes their existence tick (organic and robotic life), and they are exactly the same.

[@toxicmanbaby1069]

@@wiffmastermase Gameplay wise? I don't really see the comparison between Metroid and Megaman except that they both have arm canons... Metroid is a big open map with lots of backtracking, Megaman are individual levels that you start from the beginning, beat the level, then the level is done and you don't go there again 🤷‍♂ ..or did you mean something else? Maybe I didn't get what you meant.

[@jarlwhiterun7478]

More Metroidvania or Resident Evil style progression than MegaMan.

[@danteredgrave9574]

​@@wiffmastermasethe only thing in common between MegaMan and Metroid is the arm canon. Now you are comparing apples with avocados

[@drakescakes5629]

I wish other gaming companies would take on first person metroidvanias. They do exist but maybe a whole 5 of them.

[@FoxySpartan117]

Oh what It would be like to replay it all over again with no memories just vague imrepssions.

[@StiffAftermath]

Nope. Nothing else out there. Metroid Prime is really THAT unique.

[@CricketStyleJ]

A few games that have taken inspiration from Metroid Prime are Batman Arkham Asylum, Jedi Fallen Order, and Supraland. Some people will say Dark Souls, but I think that's mostly just because of the map design.

[@lukeyrs7447]

The only other game to give me those Metroid prime vibes was High On Life which is saying something lol

[@Leee275]

Atmosphere wise for me it was Metro 2033 and Last Light, I still need to get to Exodus.

[@lukeyrs7447]

@@Leee275 yeah Metro definitely has a similar atmosphere!

[@WeeG-bwc77]

The sequels should address most of the nitpicks you had with Prime. While all 3 Prime games have the toppest-tier of art design, I would argue that Prime 2 and especially 3 are peerless for the consoles they were created for. 3 has insane levels of detail and beauty for an under-powered Wii game, look around every room - you will always see new things and textures and detailed patterns, it is so impressive.

[@alondite215]

There are so many amazing things about this game, so many lessons that gaming as a whole should have learned from it but didn't. It still has my favorite narrative conveyance of any video game ever made. All of the narrative content is 100% optional, it never intrudes on the gameplay experience, accessing it involves gameplay functions and can give information that's actually relevant to the player, and the player experiences the narrative in the same way that Samus herself does: through information gathered by the scan visor and first-hand exploration and experience. It's a uniquely immersive mode of storytelling that works perfectly for a medium defined by agency and interactivity like video games.

[@M1XART]

Closest thing for 3D Metroid before Prime was first Unreal -game on PC 1998 and Jet Force Gemini on N64 1999.

[@gabrielyosei7565]

How is it possible that the remaster has a lower score on Metacritic? XD

[@user-be3qc7re9o]

That's happened for every single game. I cannot think of a single instance of a remaster/remake rating higher than the origjnal.

[@Isona_Isano]

Larger pool of reviewers nowadays with a wider range of takes. Plus, evaluating the game's design and gameplay in 2023 compared to 2002 does reveal a few more rough edges than before, so the reviews aren't as consistently 10/10 like the original. It's still stellar, and the Remastered version is the definitive way to play IMO, but as the other reply noted it's rare that an older game appreciates in review scores over time.

[@gamble777888]

It's a 20 year old game my dude

[@Gusmed007]

I believe you move much faster in Morph Ball, so I use it as a Speed Booster of sorts. It mitigates the slow transversal movement issue quite a bit.

[@jarlwhiterun7478]

There were huge portions of the game where i was totally immersed and having a great time, and also giant portions where it was a slog and one of the most boring and tedious games I've ever had to wade through. The long section where you can't save and all those tough enemies and minibosses stand in your way right at the end of it (Phazon Mines) and the final boss fight, not to mention all the running back and forth through the same areas with minimal shortcuts

[@jjminor]

I agree and I ended up quitting the game about halfway through. It just didn’t pull in after that point and having a limited amount of time I had to find games that I actually enjoyed more. I ended up turning to dark souls and Elden Ring, and have not regretted it.

[@cc_chris]

Nice video! I’d love to see your reaction to Prime 2. I’d say it’s more overtly “Zelda”-like than the original. Also might be the toughest game in the Metroid series if you’re looking for more of a challenge.

[@GramKraken]

Thanks for watching. Looking forward to Prime 2!

[@keyespierce5016]

Closest experience I get is subnautica, which is more survival exploration. It changes the pacing completely, but it has exploration and maps, and powerups but you have to craft them. Given the popularity of Metroid Prime, I don't understand why no one wants have a go at making one. There's a huge audience hungering for it.

[@robertkenny1201]

I didn’t find it frustrating at all excluding one Energy Tank which I had trouble getting before I realized I could Jump while in Morph Ball mode. I really hope they HD Remaster the other two Prime games it would be the perfect way to build up hype for Metroid Prime 4.

[@chozochiefxiii3298]

The Puzzle like bosses are a huge improvement in Prime 2. One of the peak metroid games. Although prime 2 is more brutal than prime. Twice it locks you off from a save point before a boss making you redo 10-20 minutes of progress if you die. So just be prepared. If Metroid Prime is super mario bros, then prime 2 is the lost levels. A true challenge for those looking for it.

[@GramKraken]

Currently playing prime 2 now!

[@chozochiefxiii3298]

@GramKraken I hope you have a blast. I think its the best of the prime trilogy. It has a slow start but once it gets going it gets GOING.

[@KyuzTalez]

"I know, it's blows my mind too" 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@originalsleepyjon]

It's a first person adventure, as opposed to a FPS. It focuses more on exploration and adventure than shooting everything in sight. With that being said, the only franchise that I can even say comes close is BioShock. More about adventure than action.

[@ScooterDoge]

It’s not that unique. It’s actually the same as Metroid Prime.

[@GramKraken]

You got a point there

[@trashaimgamer7822]

Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order. The game straight up is Metroid Prime with light sabers.

[@tribbybueno]

7:30 metroid is supposed to be unforgiving imo. it's the darksouls of nintendo games. i would even venture to say metroid prime 3 being as easy and as accessible as it was came almost exclusively as a detriment to the franchise

[@GramKraken]

Definitely like that it wasn’t a cake walk we’ll see what I think when I get to prime 3. I’ve been spoiled by my multiple playthroughs of dread. I love the parry mechanic in the game so much

[@esmooth919]

8:09 *_[SPOILER ALERT!!!]_* This fight nearly killed the game for me. The first few times, it got to a point where they were just not taking damage anymore. The next time i tried, however, I wailed on them with the plasma beam and they went down a lot faster!

[@stratacastor4720]

I definitely agree with the gripe about the map, It would've been really helpful if they had added a custom marker system to aid in remembering collectibles for later. In my first playthrough, it took me forever to find the Ice Spreader, despite passing by its location numerous times and hearing the collectible noise I had completely forgotten about that spot. Literal last thing I picked up.

[@TheArtisticGamer7]

I literally ALWAYS miss Ice Spreader until after like all the other upgrades, only played the game a few times but its definitely a solid hiding in plain sight moment that you dont even think about for so long.

[@Leee275]

They did add that in Corruption in two ways at least, I hope that can carry in Prime 4.

[@esmooth919]

6:22 No, it's not a "skill issue," because first-timers will NOT know what they're doing; but it is possible to get most of the artifacts along the way. In fact, it's possible to get this (6:35) artifact early, without the plasma beam. Requires double jump, a tall stack of boxes, and VERY PRECISE AIM

[@figmentpez]

Journey to the Savage Planet gave me Metroid Prime vibes.

[@chozochiefxiii3298]

As a fan of metroid should I play journey to the savage planet?

[@figmentpez]

@@chozochiefxiii3298 I think so, but that depends on what you're into Metroid for. JttSP has a lot of exploration, scanning and collectibles, but fewer weapons and less of a focus on combat (though I thought some of the boss battles were amazing). The tone of the game is very different, with a heavy focus on humor and satire. The writing has more in common with Borderlands than Metroid. The biggest flaw the game has is a lack of a map. Overall I had a great time with it, and it kinda sucks that it went unnoticed by most gamers.

[@chozochiefxiii3298]

@@figmentpez The prime games put more focus on puzzle solving, that's what I love about the prime series compared to the 2d games. If journey to the savage planet can scratch that itch I'll give it a go.

[@figmentpez]

@@chozochiefxiii3298 There's a fair amount of puzzle solving. Unlocking paths, figuring out how to defeat enemies, using the traversal mechanics, finding secrets, etc.

[@destho4308]

Good video, on point as well. Powerslave is an old game similar to Metroid Prime (in some ways).

[@eddieanderson9399]

You know a game is good when ur comparing to games made today to a game that came out in 2002. And thats basically its only weakness. If you even call getting lost or backtracking a weakness cause that's actually what Meteoid is. Other areas excel and its ahead of its time.

[@esmooth919]

"Like Zelda" is right. The original game was inspired by both Mario and LoZ.

[@tounsi_m7ashesh]

I think metroid prime is a lot like powerslave exhumed replace the bad back tracking through magmoor caverns with powerslave's stage select and the games aren't really that different structurally

[@Twisted_Logic]

I've been trying to find another game that scratches the Metroid Prime itch for over 20 years to no avail. Pseudoregalia comes the closest for me, though, even if the core gameplay is 3D Platformer akin to the 1st Jak & Daxter rather than first person shooter.

[@irisofrosebloom8741]

"wow these boss fights are so unique, let's drive that point home by comparing it to zelda ^_^"

[@asdfxcvbn746]

2:45 Doom & Bioshock are the only FPS's he's played? wait until he finds out about Titanfall 2.

[@GramKraken]

Funny thing is I own titanfall 2 just never played it…

[@asdfxcvbn746]

@@GramKraken greatest FPS of all time just sitting, collecting dust in your backlog is actually insane.

[@cristiany140]

Yes. It is a 2000s game. It is harder than todays average games

[@TheArtisticGamer7]

You Fool! There WAS a timed escape sequence! It was at the very beginning of the game though. I'm definitely bias though Metroid is perfect.

[@GramKraken]

@@TheArtisticGamer7 True. I was just caught off guard after beating the final boss expecting to need to sprint through the impact crater but instead it was a cutscene

[@TheArtisticGamer7]

@@GramKraken I bet they initially planned to but realized they had mapped it SUPER close to the ship and it wouldn't be as intense

[@groudonor12]

​@@GramKraken I'm pretty sure there's a timed escape sequence for 2 + 3

[@samy29987]

To answer everyone here why there wasn't an escape sequence at the end of the game: Metroid Prime had a VERY difficult development cycle. There was insane levels of crunch and the working environment wasn't ideal by any means. What that means is that they ran out of time to be able to make an escape sequence at the end. Retro wanted to do one, they just didn't have enough time. So that's why the end feels a bit abrupt.

[@brandonstormonth8356]

Federation force is like it

[@OriginalChrizum]

Why does the framerate dip all the time in your Metroid Prime footage? (the other games look fine though) My playthrough of Metroid Prime was a smooth 60fps about 100% of the time.

[@GramKraken]

It’s probably just the way I recorded it or something messed up when I rendered the video sorry about that. When I played it was BUTTERY SMOOTH never had an issue

[@Leonkennedy19992]

My favorite prime game is part 3. Probably a minority but you should give that one a try

[@GramKraken]

@@Leonkennedy19992 plan is to play all the prime games at some point

[@toastymansabe]

Nor only there's nothing like Metroid Prime I'd go as far as saying there's nothing like Metroid, period. I hate the term "metroidvania", every game that has that moniker is more castlevania than Metroid. So far I never played a game that matches Metroid level of exploration and atmosphere

[@billyrizer]

that becuse metriod started the metriodvinia genra the nes and snes and game boy and pc engine and sega castlevania games were level based until castlevinia symphony of the night after that castlevinia games become metriodvinia style of games expact for castlevinia rebirth which fallow the old castlevinia style of game play

[@Miilien]

I havent played them, but I heard that Prey(2017) and Journey To The Savage Planet are good FPS/Metroidvania hybrids.

[@GramKraken]

Kinda bounced off prey but never heard of journey to the savage planet might have to check it out!

[@triggeredcat120]

The way I would summed up Prime is basically Indiana Jones/Batman in space. She has to find the Chozo artifacts and her parents were killed by Ridley. The game is a masterpiece.

[@groudonor12]

Torn to pieces by Ridley to be precise

[@danielbob2628]

But is there any way to point a wii remote at the screen to aim the arm cannon?

[@amirchollet2975]

You can use the Switch Joycons for that, yeah.

[@danielbob2628]

@@amirchollet2975 Sweet.

[@nicolassoldano808]

skill issue

[@zgeiselh6797]

I liked Metroid Dread, but I did not care for this game. Visually they did a great job. The backtracking with no fast travel points was annoying, not being able to skip cutscenes is a small QoL update that could've been added (I experienced this a lot fighting Ridley at the end), and dude the artifact fetch quest at the end of the game is very easy to miss at the beginning. Surely something could've been added to make sure people didn't skip it

[@groudonor12]

So blah blah blah..

[@groudonor12]

Oh boy if you didn't like this game I don't know if you'll like ANY of the Metroid Games..

[@zgeiselh6797]

@@groudonor12 "I liked Metroid Dread"

[@REALMARCHINADER]

​@@zgeiselh6797With how personal the guy took the original comment, you really expected him to read?

[@matthewaddai5336]

The fast travel points complaint just highlights that youve been spoiled unfortunately by other games. I personally disagree with that point, as it defeats the purpose of exploration in a first person game. Skipping cutscenes is something you can do once you finish the game, but yeah thats just a reflection of this game being a product of its time.