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Metroid: Samus Returns (Mercury Steam, Metroid 2 reimagining, 9/15) announced for 3DS
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Klappdrachen
Member
But Zero Mission is so much easier than Fusion. Even Super Metroid is easier.
TheOnlyOneHeEverFeared
Member
Huh? I didn't think so.
GeekyDad
Member
Sounds like it's all still speculation right now. And honestly, none of that would bother me, really, if getting a hold of one of these damned toys wasn't so difficult. Really not understanding Nintendo's strategy with these toys since their inception. The seemingly insane shortage of these things doesn't compute. Seems like they're leaving money on the table. But then again, I'm not a rich guy, and what I know about making money is pretty much nothing -- well above my pay grade.
But...even if I don't get to play this "Fusion" mode, I doubt it'll be the end of the world. I'm very, very much looking forward to this game, so I won't worry too much about it. It doesn't even seem clear yet what that mode will actually entail.
But...even if I don't get to play this "Fusion" mode, I doubt it'll be the end of the world. I'm very, very much looking forward to this game, so I won't worry too much about it. It doesn't even seem clear yet what that mode will actually entail.
Klappdrachen
Member
IIRC enemies deal more damage in Fusion and the X Parasites don't give much back to you. It has more difficult bosses, too. There was no difficulty setting in the western versions though, so there's that.
X Parasites restore plenty, but you take a lot of damage. It also has the wonderful 1% run, aka masochism mode.
ZiggyPalffyLA
Member
Gamestop is offering a Samus keychain as a preorder bonus:
https://twitter.com/Nintendeal/status/889964043406004224
No idea if this applies to existing preorders.
https://twitter.com/Nintendeal/status/889964043406004224
No idea if this applies to existing preorders.
Fuck, I need this. I hate US retailer exclusives so much.
GeekyDad
Member
Well, according to GameXplain, the Amiibo details were clarified on the Nintendo UK site.
The special edition that's available (well, was available) at all retailers comes with the soundtrack.
Yes, if you order the special edition. It also comes with a pre-order bonus which is a Samus keychain.
He's right. Zero mission is the easiest Metroid game.
I think I managed to get to the spider (you know the one).
But then you practically need to beat that boss without being hit.
Very tense way of playing the game...I should try to do that again...
RadarScope1
Member
Honestly it looks like any old bead sprite thing you could do yourself.
Agent_Carnage
Member
Is there places taking pre orders for the new Metroid Amiibos? Or will I have to find them on the day they come out?
The spider isn't anywhere near as bad as Nightmare and Ridley.
Those two made me nearly break my GBA.
This amiibo news is rather unfortunate. Until now this game's press has been 110% positive. It's obvious the game itself will be awesome, but it tarnishes the game's image a bit to lock stuff that was previously standard behind expensive (and possibly hard to find) pieces of plastic. And I say this as someone who owns more than 50 amiibo (Guardian and Cloud P2 arriving this week!).
Spukc
always chasing the next thrill
Get an amiibo spoofer if its that annoying to you.
I own 4 amiibo's
That's piracy. I'm not going to resort to DLC theft just because the form factor is inconvenient.
Charles Brandon
Member
I just bought one. I've got the Metroid Amiibo on order so it's not because of that directly but the whole situation is just so frustrating. I admit it's morally a bit shit though.
Agent_Carnage
Member
Its not really piracy if the mode is already on the game. Its not DLC if its already in the game itself.
It's piracy. You're stealing the code to access that content.
Not judging. Just saying I'm not comfortable with that.
FloweryMarston
Member
did anyone manage to publish a video of the game with no commentary?
BobbyColtrane
Member
Am i wrong to want to just download and play AM2R instead of this?
Before you flame me, I really resent having to play this on a handheld. I wanna play Metroid 2 on my TV.
Before you flame me, I really resent having to play this on a handheld. I wanna play Metroid 2 on my TV.
I mean you could just play both, they are completely different from each other. One is also not out for a couple months.
Yes, it is wrong. This plays nothing like AM2R and looks to be a step forward for 2D Metroid in general.
SpacePirate Ridley
Member
Nightmare and Ridley from Fusion made me cry during my first gameplay (also my first metroid).
the androgyne
Member
Larger pics of the Special Edition & CD for Japan
Larger pics of the Special Edition & CD for Japan
It's so pretty...
TheMoon
Member
First sidescrolling Metroid in 13 years, can't wait.
Will check this out later. Hopefully we get some direct in game audio gameplay soon with no commentary.
Yes, I need to hear those killer tracks in all their glory.
FloweryMarston
Member
teaser site for the game opened
here. Some details:
- Explore a labyrinth of tunnels, ruins, and subterranean chambers filled with surprises and secrets as you battle your way to the heart of a menacing alien world and try to find and defeat the deadly Metroids.
- Experience the haunting isolation, deep exploration, brutal environments, and fierce battles that hardcore Metroid fans demand with an adventure thats a perfect entry point into the Metroid storyline and franchise for new players.
- Deepen your immersion with updated SFX and an atmospheric remastered soundtrack arranged by veteran Metroid composers Kenji Yamamoto and Minako Hamano.
LABYRINTH, BRUTAL, ISOLATION, GOD COMPOSERS (sorry moon).
here. Some details:
- Explore a labyrinth of tunnels, ruins, and subterranean chambers filled with surprises and secrets as you battle your way to the heart of a menacing alien world and try to find and defeat the deadly Metroids.
- Experience the haunting isolation, deep exploration, brutal environments, and fierce battles that hardcore Metroid fans demand with an adventure thats a perfect entry point into the Metroid storyline and franchise for new players.
- Deepen your immersion with updated SFX and an atmospheric remastered soundtrack arranged by veteran Metroid composers Kenji Yamamoto and Minako Hamano.
LABYRINTH, BRUTAL, ISOLATION, GOD COMPOSERS (sorry moon).
Pancakes R Us
Member
I love Metroid always and forever.
Hmmm, labyrinth is a good descriptor for Metroid 2 since labyrinths are linear. People confuse them with mazes. 
I made that.
Old, but I just thought this was a neat background detail.
I made that.
Mihael Mello Keehl
Banned
Thats scary as shit lol
Magicpaint
Member
I keep watching the direct feed GameExplain video because the sound design is so good. The game seems to be very Prime-esque in that sense. Super crisp sound effects and gorgeous ambient tracks mean the atmosphere is suitably oppressive and alien. The music for encountering the Metroids is quite menacing. I just love it all.
Goddamnit Ragnarok
ZiggyPalffyLA
Member
Nintendo not mincing words here; they know how high our expectations are.
Old, but I just thought this was a neat background detail.
I think it will be a boss some of the other Metroid games also forshadow a boss in some neat way like that.
Wait it's fake? Or did you just make the gif.
TheMoon
Member
It's from the reveal trailer (or Treehouse footage).