Why It Ranks
“The hunter becomes the hunted.” — The Long-Awaited Return. Scored 23/30.
Score Breakdown
The Review
Metroid Dread delivered the conclusion to a storyline that began in 1986. MercurySteam's tightest game features EMMI zones that create genuine panic, buttery smooth controls, and boss fights that demand precision without feeling unfair. Samus has never been more powerful or more vulnerable. It proved that 2D Metroid still has a place in the modern era and sold better than any game in the franchise's history.
Fun Fact
Metroid Dread was originally planned for the Nintendo DS in the mid-2000s but was shelved for over 15 years before being revived for Switch.
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