Neal Ronaghan
Nintendo World ReportMetroid: Samus Returns (3DS) Review
Published 9/12/2017
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3DS - 9/15/2017
Metroid: Samus Returns
Metroid: Samus Returns is a remake of Metroid 2: Return of Samus. It uses a 3D graphic style with a side view camera that zooms in and changes for cutscenes. It also has new mechanics, items, and abilities. "Brave the hostile terrain of an alien planet teeming with vicious life forms as legendary bounty hunter Samus Aran. Her mission? Terminate the Metroid menace in this masterful reimagining of her 1991 Game Boy adventure. Samus Aran’s arsenal has been enhanced with new moves and abilities that are sure to help her face the deadly surprises that await. This intense, side-scrolling action platformer is a great entry point into the Metroid franchise and perfect for returning fans as well, and it’s available only on the Nintendo 3DS family of systems."
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- Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development, MercurySteam, Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 7
- Publisher
- Nintendo
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The critic average is 87 across 36 scored reviews, with a 35-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 90–100 band.
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Dave Irwin
TheSixthAxisMetroid: Samus Returns Review
Published 9/12/2017
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Read originalRiley Little
Game RantMetroid: Samus Returns Review
Published 9/12/2017
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Read originalSteven Impson
Press StartMetroid: Samus Returns Review - An Outstanding Reinvention
Published 9/12/2017
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90
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Read originalMike Minotti
GamesBeatMetroid: Samus Returns review -- and what a return
Published 9/12/2017
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Read originalSteven McGehee
Digital ChumpsMetroid: Samus Returns
Published 7/28/2017
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