Metroid

An NES classic, Metroid introduced the world to Samus Aran and established the fundamentals of the Metroidvania genre.

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Platformer
Systems
Released
August 6, 1986
ESRB
E for Everyone: Mild Fantasy Violence
Developer(s)
Nintendo
Publisher(s)
Nintendo
Engine
unreal engine

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Metroid
ESRB
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An upcoming indie survival horror game is landing on Steam later this year, and it looks like a treat for Metroid, Silent Hill, and Lynch fans.

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An industry insider surprises Metroid Prime fans by revealing that more games from the popular franchise could be making their way to Nintendo Switch.

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A creative Destiny 2 player transforms their Titan into Samus Aran, and impresses other players with their version of the Metroid protagonist.

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The Chozo from the Metroid series play a huge role in shaping the Metroid universe.

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