Metroid Prime

Metroid Prime is a video game developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo GameCube, released in North America on November 19...
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9.5
excellent
 
CRITICS SCORE
9.6
(93 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
9.3
(14382 ratings)

Game Overview

Metroid Prime is a video game developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo GameCube, released in North America on November 19, 2002. It is the first 3D game in the Metroid series,...

The Bottom Line

Metroid Prime is an action-packed adventure set in the first-person perspective that takes place just after the events in the original Metroid (NES). It has lead character Samus Aran, a bounty hunter by trade, chasing down the evil Space Pirates. Their intention is to use a genetic mutagen called Phazon to create a super army and take over the universe. While the installments in the series before have never been home to deeply involving storylines, Metroid Prime breaks the shell to offer up one of the most intriguing and read-worthy sagas yet. Developed by Texas-based Retro Studios. Metroid Prime brings all of the elements of the acclaimed franchise into a gaping 3D arena.

Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
97/100
score

It's not just one of the single most atmospheric games ever created, but it's also quite simply one of the best.

GameZone review logo
97/100
score

Metroid Prime is 100% Metroid. It may not seem like it at first, but believe me, it is.

IGN review logo
98/100
score

From the amazingly polished gameplay design to the gorgeous visuals and atmospheric soundtrack, Metroid Prime is unquestionably a must-have masterpiece and a show horse that all forthcoming adventure titles will be judged by.

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
2 block

 

Modes
Story

 

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:
Animated Violence
 
Game Info
Platform:Nintendo Gamecube
Release Date:11/19/2002
Publisher:Nintendo
Developer:Retro Studios, Inc.
Genre:First Person
ESRB Rating:T
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Game Quality Ratings
Overall
9.7
Gameplay
9.7
Graphics
9.5
Sound
8
Concept
9.5
Difficulty: Medium
OVERALL
9.7/10

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