Metroid Dread

MercurySteam was granted the green light to finally bring the long-rumored Metroid Dread to fruition after successfully demonstrating its mettle with Samus Returns. Before the game's release, producer Yoshio Sakamoto stated that it will conclude the 5-part tale that began with the original Metroid and ended with Metroid Fusion. The Switch-exclusive features Emmis, robotic sentries who chase Samus and cannot be beaten normally, as well as the counter system and Aeion skills from Samus Returns.

It also deviates from the traditional Metroid progression, placing old staple powerups considerably later in the game and adding new ones. The end product is an excellently polished Metroid and a fitting conclusion to the story arc that has existed since the NES launch.

Metroid Dread earned favorable reviews upon its first release and quickly became the fastest-selling Metroid game in Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. It earned the Best Action/Adventure Game category at The Game Awards 2021. Metroid Dread is the best-selling Metroid game, having sold over 3 million copies.

Release date: 2021

Platform: Nintendo Switch

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