Metroid Prime 2: Echoes

Metroid Prime 2: Echoes is a first person action-adventure video game developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo GameCube video...
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9.2
excellent
 
CRITICS SCORE
9.2
(74 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
9.2
(9937 ratings)

Game Overview

Metroid Prime 2: Echoes is a first person action-adventure video game developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo GameCube video game console. It is the second game in the Metroid...

The Good

A superb first-person adventure in an alien world, Inventive new applications of winning gameplay, An extremely lengthy, rewarding adventure, Some of the best graphics on the GameCube.

The Bad

Multiplayer is a little bland, One late-game sequence may be tough for casual players.

The Bottom Line

In this highly anticipated sequel to Metroid Prime, become the bounty hunter behind the visor once more and travel to a planet torn into light and darkness. Hunted by a mysterious entity and a warring race called the Ing, Samus Aran must explore the light and dark worlds of this doomed planet to discover secrets and augment her suit's weapons and abilities. And now, for the first time in the history of the celebrated Metroid franchise, up to four players can battle each other as they search for weapons, grapple across ceilings, and turn into Morph Balls to make their escapes.

Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
91/100
score

Despite the addition of a middling and somewhat unnecessary multiplayer component, Echoes stands shoulder to shoulder with its predecessor, delivering absolutely everything you'd want from a new 3D Metroid adventure.

GameZone review logo
90/100
score

The great graphics, excellent gameplay and intriguing story line will have gamers glued to their GameCube for hours.

IGN review logo
95/100
score

Just getting to know the world is immensely enjoyable and extremely rewarding...If you're okay with Echoes being an extension of the first game and not a revolution, you're going to flip out over this sequel. Our highest recommendation.

Character Profiles

Samus Aran

Samus Aran
Nintendo's female bounty hunter, known for her physics-defying combat armor made by an alien race known as Chozo. The main star of the Metroid series, Samus is also a Smash Bros. regular.

Game Features

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Game Specs

Audio/Video
Progressive Scan

Memory
3 block

 

Modes
Deathmatch, Full Mission Single-Player, Simultaneous, Story, Versus

 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "T"
This game is Rated: Teen
Content is most suitable for children ages 13 and up. This game may contain violence, gambling, suggestive themes, crude humor, or some strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Blood, Violence
 
Game Info
Platform:Nintendo Gamecube
Release Date:11/15/2004
Publisher:Nintendo
Developer:Retro Studios, Inc.
Genre:First Person
ESRB Rating:T
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