The Nintendo Swap has been a very particular console for Nintendo followers. Who might have guessed when the console was introduced that we’d see not solely stand out new video games in lengthy operating collection, but in addition the return of beloved Nintendo franchises we thought had been lengthy gone. Take Metroid for instance. Previous to the Swap, the Metroid collection had seen one mediocre entry on Wii (sorry, not sorry Metroid: Different M followers) and Federation Pressure (as a result of somebody thought to slap the Metroid identify on that for some purpose). Then, after years of ready, we get the wonderful Metroid Dread in 2021 (my 2021 Recreation of the Yr). Now, in 2023, Nintendo did the factor I by no means thought was potential and introduced again the unique Metroid Prime in one of the simplest ways. Metroid Prime Remastered isn’t only a nice return of the unique Metroid Prime. Metroid Prime Remastered could go down as probably the greatest video video games on Nintendo Swap.
Metroid Prime Remastered is, you guessed it, a remaster of the unique Metroid Prime sport that launched on GameCube again in 2002. That authentic sport was an absolute masterpiece for a lot of causes. One standout purpose was that it was an incredible instance of reworking a 2D collection right into a 3D journey, all whereas sustaining the texture that made the 2D collection so beloved. Metroid video games are about isolation and discovery, and Metroid Prime completely nailed it. I bear in mind enjoying the sport when it first got here out in 2002 and considering that video video games would by no means get any higher than Metroid Prime. It was that nice of a sport and remains to be simply my favourite GameCube sport. So think about my shock when Nintendo casually declares a remaster and, oh you realize, SHADOW DROPS IT RIGHT AFTER THE DIRECT. I’ve by no means purchased a online game quicker in my life than Metroid Prime Remastered.
Metroid Prime Remastered is a completely stunning sport, simply one of many Swap’s finest wanting titles. Each single element of the sport has been up to date to a formidable stage. Atmosphere particulars, enemies designs, cutscenes, actually every thing has been given a graphical enhance. It’s genuinely spectacular and makes the sport look in the present day how I felt the sport appeared again in 2002. It additionally runs superbly at 60fps always, which is a reasonably large deal for Metroid Prime.
Metroid Prime Remastered additionally nails the gameplay really feel. The unique Metroid Prime used what’s been referred to as “tank controls.” To be able to fireplace your weapon, you wanted to cease shifting, manually purpose your weapon and fireplace. It labored again in 2002, when first particular person shooter controls weren’t utterly nailed down (the primary Halo had solely come out the earlier 12 months). Fortunately Metroid Prime Remastered introduces fashionable gameplay controls, thus it looks like a contemporary FPS. That is nice for individuals new to the collection or these eager to check out Metroid Prime. Don’t fear, there’s additionally the unique management choices within the sport. There’s additionally the Wii movement management choices within the sport however why would you try this to your self? (I’m kidding, the Wii controls for Metroid Prime had been positive).
There’s additionally the fantastic bonus options included in Metroid Prime Remastered. There’s a whole idea artwork gallery that you could view, nonetheless you solely totally expertise your entire gallery after you end enjoying the sport. You see you unlock extra idea artwork within the gallery by going through enemies all through your journey, thus unlocking new character artwork and 3D fashions. There’s additionally the soundtrack gallery, which lets you hearken to the soundtrack to Metroid Prime Remastered. Just like the idea artwork gallery, songs unlock solely after you’ve heard them throughout the sport. Which means you’ll get a lot extra out of this bonus characteristic part when you’ve accomplished a playthrough. Even higher is that this bonus part consists of not only a full deep dive into the GameCube idea artwork but in addition the idea artwork that went into making this remaster. It’s wonderful to see the design selections Retro Studios went by means of to convey this sport to Nintendo Swap, and these bonus options are one thing I completely love seeing included.
The one unfavourable factor I can probably consider with Metroid Prime Remastered is actually the smallest little factor. Within the authentic Metroid Prime, you could possibly join your sport to the Recreation Boy Advance sport Metroid Fusion and unlock the fusion go well with in Metroid Prime. That characteristic just isn’t in Metroid Prime Remastered for apparent causes however the go well with isn’t within the sport interval (or on the very least, I haven’t discovered a option to get it). There’s no particular unlock someplace (like within the Wii re-release) or some hidden space that has the go well with. For those who’re new to the collection, you’ll actually by no means know this isn’t within the sport. For those who’re a longtime participant like me, it’s unhappy that it isn’t in there one way or the other however is totally not a significant unfavourable. It’s only a small element that I might have liked to see but it surely ought to inform you one thing when THAT is the one unfavourable factor I can convey up about this sport.
Metroid Prime Remastered is an incredible return of Metroid Prime and probably the greatest video video games launched for Nintendo Swap. Its masterful remaster takes an already wonderful sport and enhances each element for contemporary audiences. Its wonderful graphics, improved environmental and character particulars, clean gameplay presentation and fashionable management scheme make Metroid Prime Remastered good for anybody eager to get into the collection or longtime followers trying to get again into its excessive level. There’s actually nothing dangerous to be stated about Metroid Prime Remastered. It’s probably the greatest remastered video games Nintendo’s ever performed and at $40, it’s an absolute steal for the top quality expertise you’re going to get. Don’t hesitate for a second, exit and purchase Metroid Prime Remastered. Now if you happen to don’t thoughts, I’m going to go begin my 4th playthrough of the remaster.
