Metroid Prime Remastered (Nintendo Swap)

The Nintendo Swap has been a really particular console for Nintendo followers. Who might have guessed when the console was introduced that we might see not solely stand out new video games in lengthy working sequence, but additionally the return of beloved Nintendo franchises we thought have been lengthy gone. Take Metroid for instance. Previous to the Swap, the Metroid sequence had seen one mediocre entry on Wii (sorry, not sorry Metroid: Different M followers) and Federation Power (as a result of somebody thought to slap the Metroid title on that for some cause). Then, after years of ready, we get the superb Metroid Dread in 2021 (my 2021 Recreation of the Yr). Now, in 2023, Nintendo did the factor I by no means thought was attainable and introduced again the unique Metroid Prime in one of the best ways. Metroid Prime Remastered isn’t only a nice return of the unique Metroid Prime. Metroid Prime Remastered could go down as among the best video video games on Nintendo Swap.

Metroid Prime Remastered is, you guessed it, a remaster of the unique Metroid Prime recreation that launched on GameCube again in 2002. That authentic recreation was an absolute masterpiece for a lot of causes. One standout cause was that it was an incredible instance of reworking a 2D sequence right into a 3D journey, all whereas sustaining the texture that made the 2D sequence so beloved. Metroid video games are about isolation and discovery, and Metroid Prime completely nailed it. I keep in mind enjoying the sport when it first got here out in 2002 and pondering that video video games would by no means get any higher than Metroid Prime. It was that nice of a recreation and continues to be simply my favourite GameCube recreation. So think about my shock when Nintendo casually proclaims a remaster and, oh , 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 lovely recreation, simply one of many Swap’s finest trying titles. Each single element of the sport has been up to date to a formidable stage. Surroundings particulars, enemies designs, cutscenes, actually all the pieces has been given a graphical increase. It’s genuinely spectacular and makes the sport look right this moment how I felt the sport seemed again in 2002. It additionally runs superbly at 60fps always, which is a fairly large deal for Metroid Prime.

Metroid Prime Remastered additionally nails the gameplay really feel. The unique Metroid Prime used what’s been known as “tank controls.” With a view to hearth your weapon, you wanted to cease transferring, manually goal your weapon and hearth. It labored again in 2002, when first individual 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 appears like a contemporary FPS. That is nice for individuals new to the sequence or these desirous to check out Metroid Prime. Don’t fear, there’s additionally the unique management choices within the recreation. There’s additionally the Wii movement management choices within the recreation however why would you try this to your self? (I’m kidding, the Wii controls for Metroid Prime have been high quality). 

There’s additionally the great bonus options included in Metroid Prime Remastered. There’s a whole idea artwork gallery you can view, nevertheless you solely totally expertise all the gallery after you end enjoying the sport. You see you unlock extra idea artwork within the gallery by dealing with enemies all through your journey, thus unlocking new character artwork and 3D fashions. There’s additionally the soundtrack gallery, which lets you take heed to the soundtrack to Metroid Prime Remastered. Just like the idea artwork gallery, songs unlock solely after you’ve heard them throughout the recreation. That means you’ll get a lot extra out of this bonus function 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 additionally the idea artwork that went into making this remaster. It’s superb to see the design selections Retro Studios went by means of to carry this recreation to Nintendo Swap, and these bonus options are one thing I completely love seeing included.

The one adverse factor I can probably consider with Metroid Prime Remastered is actually the smallest little factor. Within the authentic Metroid Prime, you would join your recreation to the Recreation Boy Advance recreation Metroid Fusion and unlock the fusion swimsuit in Metroid Prime. That function is just not in Metroid Prime Remastered for apparent causes however the swimsuit isn’t within the recreation interval (or on the very least, I haven’t discovered a method to get it). There’s no particular unlock someplace (like within the Wii re-release) or some hidden space that has the swimsuit. For those who’re new to the sequence, you’ll actually by no means know this isn’t within the recreation. For those who’re a longtime participant like me, it’s unhappy that it isn’t in there in some way however is completely not a serious adverse. It’s only a small element that I might have beloved to see nevertheless it ought to inform you one thing when THAT is the one adverse factor I can carry up about this recreation.

Metroid Prime Remastered is an incredible return of Metroid Prime and among the best video video games launched for Nintendo Swap. Its masterful remaster takes an already superb recreation and enhances each element for contemporary audiences. Its superb graphics, improved environmental and character particulars, clean gameplay presentation and fashionable management scheme make Metroid Prime Remastered excellent for anybody desirous to get into the sequence or longtime followers seeking to get again into its excessive level. There’s actually nothing dangerous to be stated about Metroid Prime Remastered. It’s among the best 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 in the event you don’t thoughts, I’m going to go begin my 4th playthrough of the remaster.