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 operating collection, but in addition the return of beloved Nintendo franchises we thought have 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 Power (as a result of somebody thought to slap the Metroid identify on that for some motive). 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 doable 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 finest 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 motive 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 proclaims a remaster and, oh you recognize, SHADOW DROPS IT RIGHT AFTER THE DIRECT. I’ve by no means purchased a online game sooner in my life than Metroid Prime Remastered.

Metroid Prime Remastered is a completely lovely sport, simply one of many Swap’s finest trying titles. Each single element of the sport has been up to date to a powerful degree. Surroundings particulars, enemies designs, cutscenes, actually every thing has been given a graphical enhance. It’s genuinely spectacular and makes the sport look right now how I felt the sport seemed again in 2002. It additionally runs fantastically 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.” In an effort to fireplace your weapon, you wanted to cease transferring, manually purpose your weapon and fireplace. It labored again in 2002, when first particular person shooter controls weren’t fully nailed down (the primary Halo had solely come out the earlier 12 months). Fortunately Metroid Prime Remastered introduces fashionable gameplay controls, thus it seems 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 do this to your self? (I’m kidding, the Wii controls for Metroid Prime have been tremendous). 

There’s additionally the fantastic bonus options included in Metroid Prime Remastered. There’s a complete idea artwork gallery which you can view, nevertheless 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 inside the sport. Which 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 contains 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 superb to see the design selections Retro Studios went via to deliver this sport to Nintendo Swap, and these bonus options are one thing I completely love seeing included.

The one unfavorable factor I can probably consider with Metroid Prime Remastered is actually the smallest little factor. Within the authentic Metroid Prime, you can join your sport to the Recreation Boy Advance sport Metroid Fusion and unlock the fusion go well with in Metroid Prime. That function will not be 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 method 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. In the event you’re new to the collection, you’ll actually by no means know this isn’t within the sport. In the event you’re a longtime participant like me, it’s unhappy that it isn’t in there by some means however is totally not a serious unfavorable. It’s only a small element that I might have beloved to see nevertheless it ought to let you know one thing when THAT is the one unfavorable factor I can deliver up about this sport.

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