Customer Ratings & Reviews

This game is amazing! Classic game for new comers and for us old school gamers! It is a pure genius game with phenomenal graphics! Nintendo sure did there job! Metroid Samus returns is an excellent adventure that will make you lose track of time. Very difficult puzzle challenges but it is sure worth the money! A great game! Go buy it yourself and you will know what im talking about!

Since Metroid: Other M in 2010, the Metroid series has fallen far from its graces of the 90's and mid-2000s. Whereas the former games were about platforming and exploration, Other M was more about combat and completely linear A-to-B style gameplay. On top of that, it had a story that was terribly written, and horribly acted. Metroid: Samus Returns is none of these things. This game goes back to the familiar platforming, exploration-based gameplay of Metroids of the past. The game itself is 3D, but movement is 2D sidescrolling. This is a remake of a 1991 Gameboy game, but it's so thoroughly redesigned that it may as well be an entirely new game. Gameplay follows the basic premise of, you enter an area ripe for exploration and obtain items as you search around which let you proceed further in the area until you're able to locate and defeat all of the Metroids in the area, which then opens a new area to explore. Throughout the course of the game, you'll constantly get items that open up new places in old areas, but the backtracking is never tedious thanks to teleport stations scattered throughout the planet. For veteran fans of the Metroid series, this game is a welcome return to form after the failed attempts from the past nearly decade. However, there's a bit less freedom in this than in older Metroid games; basically every item in the game is NECESSARY to beating the game. There's no item skipping or "sequence breaking" opportunities in Samus Returns. For fans of fast action adventure-type games, Metroid: Samus Returns would be a good addition to your library. It's certainly high on the list of best Nintendo 3DS games, regardless of whether you've played a Metroid game in the past.

This is a remake of Metroid 2: Return of Samus on the Gameboy, the last Metroid game in need of a remake. Whilst there is still something special and unique about the original Metroid 2, this version, in my mind, is the definitve way to experience Samus's metroid extermination mission on SR388, with the gameplay revamped to play more like Super Metroid/GBA Metroid games, a new melee counter which ramps up the action and the music also revamped with the original music getting amazing remakes, new music so befitting to Metroid, and remixes of Super Metroid/Metroid Prime music.This version has some new boss/enimies not found in the original, also abilities new to this game (from other games i.g. Super Metroid) and new Aeion abilities never seen in a Metroid game. If you 100% the game you'll unlock the full Chozo Memories which adds new lore to the franchise. Also by beating the game you'll get hard mode (differnt from fusion mode unlocked by the Metroid amiibo after beating the game). Overall a GREAT game.

People have been clamoring for a Sidescrolling Metroid game for years... and Nintendo has finally delivered on a remake of the old original Gameboy game Metroid II. Aside from the obvious visual overall, new mechanics and creatures make this game much more interesting than the original, with a much more open area to explore as well. The game is fantastic and recommended for Metroid fans.

Believe the hype, because Samus truly is back and boy is it a glorious return to form for the bounty hunter extraordinaire. This is easily one of the best in the series history and, in fact, if I had to rank it among the other 2D entries in the series, I'd say it's right up there along side the legendary Super Metroid. While playing through this game, it was obvious that MercurySteam and the big N put so much love and care into this title. They really captured the feel of a Metroid game, and it shows in all facets of the experience. From the stellar score and the fresh and exciting gameplay, to the immersive and detailed organic backgrounds (with a very impressive 3D effect to top it off), the whole experience just sucks you in, keeping you mesmerized and engaged throughout; it truly feels like you're all alone on this dangerous yet engrossing alien planet. Even the way Samus animates and moves about is done with such style, finesse and polish that it’s just a delight to take control of and really helps solidify her as the badass we knew she always was. All of this coalesces to form a game that not only meets, but in my opinion, exceeds the standards set by the "Metroidvania" genre it helped create. There's a good reason why many games seek to emulate this franchises' style and gameplay, and this game is proof that the grandfather of them all still has what it takes to reign supreme. There's a certain something about this series 2D entries, a certain polish if you will, that lends itself well to it being the epitome of it's namesake genre. I urge anyone who has even an ounce of interest in action-adventure platformers to give this a try--you won't be disappointed.

After years of a "true" Metroid game being absent (I do not count Other M or Federation Farce), Metroid Samus Returns comes to fill that oh so long gap. If you are a fan of 2D Metroid (Super Metroid, Fusion, Zero Mission) this is essentially the next step forward and should not be missed. Besides the graphics, everything is fine tuned and should be a welcome addition to the 2D Metroid family.

When Nintendo Showed their Nintendo Direct during E3 and gave us two metroids-Metroid 2 remake and Metroid Prime 4; you could clearly see the reaction by majority of players. A 2D and a 3D metroid a little over a year apart is a dream come true. I ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS, wanted a remake of Metroid 2 for any platform whether it was a handheld or on console; a remake was absolutely necessary. Its, because Metroid 2 on the original gameboy is so outdated, it should have been released on the SNES like super metroid if it were possible. Anyway, I have never finished Metroid 2 on the gameboy as I was too young to fully comprehend it at the time, but with the Remake nearly 20 years later, I can fully experience it they way it was meant to be played. I love this game and I can't wait for Metroid Prime 4(2018/2019). It will be amazing. The game includes Metroid: Samus Returns case and cartridge, and soundtrack that is on a compact disc. It includes a few soundtracks from EVERY metroid game from Metroid 1 all the way to this metroid. Yes.....Every single one-Metroid 1,super metroid, Prime 1, Prime 2 Echoes, Prime 3 corruption, Zero Mission, Fusion,etc. Make sure you also get the metroid amiibos to unlock the content in this game. 4 amiibos are Zero Suit Samus, Varia Suit Samus, Metroid 2 Samus, and Metroid Squishy Amiibo in the dual pack.

Metroid: Samus Returns is a remake of Metroid II: Return of Samus for the Game Boy. This version of the game, outside of graphical improvements, remixes the level layouts and adds a few extra abilities. The changes to the game make it much more fun to play, while keeping the story intact. I'd definitely recommend this if you're a Metroid fan!

Metroid: Samus Returns is a remarkable game. The music is memorable, it looks great, and it sounds even better. The gameplay is really fun, and it has possibly the best controls a 2D Metroid game has ever had. For a remake, it had some surprises, the biggest of which was at the end.

I loved METROID 2 the day it came out on my old Game Boy and I am telling you this is the best remake out there period! Nintendo does these far and few between and the 3D is immaculate! Also includes a sountrack from all Metroid games in this edition. You won't regret this purchase.

As a lifelong Metroid fan I had to get the special edition even though I'd probably never listen to the CD. Excellent remake of an excellent game. Can't go wrong with a side scrolling Metroid game. I only wish we had gotten the European special edition...

What a great way to return to the Metroid universe. This game in no way feels like a remake. Totally feels fresh and new. Fantastic graphics. The 3D effects are excellent. Music is awesome. Controls are tight. Can't say enough about how great this game is.

If like me, you've misses 2D Metroid, then this game is perfect for you. The 3DS isn't the most comfortable system and this game requires you to access the shoulder buttons on a moment's notice. So your hands, like mine, may cramp after a bit.

While Metroid: Samus Returns is technically a remake of the Game Boy game, Metroid II, this still feels like an entirely new game with how much expanding and elaborating the new version does to the original. This game is fun, challenging, and satisfying to play. I'm using an original 3DS and the game handles fine, so I can only imagine the improvements with a New 3DS. My only complaints are that some of the controls are a bit unwieldy, ex. trying to fine tune your aiming while firing rockets, the content that is inaccessible without the amiibo, and honestly, I wish this had been made for the Nintendo Switch. I was kind of not looking forward to returning to my 3DS, especially for a game that isn't Pokemon. But I've enjoyed it enough that it's been worth it. Please keep the proper Metroid/Metroid Prime games coming Nintendo.

So happy with everything about this new remakes package. The gameplay, music, art and design is all amazing. I didn't expect to get this sucked in to this game. Though it's a 2D Metroid game, they always hook you in once you start it.

Ok, to give the proper review of this game. People should know a little about the original version on the Game Boy. Back in 1991 when this came out originally. It was revolutionary then for it's game play and style. This latest version is even better and gives that full nostalgic feeling of the original. You'll hear hints of the original music as you play and it's highly recommended playing this game with headphones and in the dark when possible. I don't want to give too much away but if you're familiar with the original map layout. You will have a slight advantage since certain key items and locations are in the same areas. This game is a remake so it shouldn't be too critical when it comes to similarities of the original Metroid II. A must have for old school fans and new!

What a return for Samus and Metroid! This remake is nothing short of amazing! The graphics are beautiful and the gameplay is a lot of fun! This game shows 2D Metroid is hear to stay!!

This is an awesome remake of the classic Metroid II: Return of Samus for the Nintendo Game Boy, except it has a few new twists and enhancements that make this game an entirely new game from the classic game!! Definitely recommend Metroid: Samus Returns 3DS to anyone that is a fan of the older style games and a fan of the Metroid series! The special edition especially is awesome since it comes with a selective soundtrack featuring different tracks from all the Metroid games, not just the Samus Returns game! It's also pretty sweet that it comes with a bigger box that holds the soundtrack and the game!

Mercury Steam did it! Glad to finally play another Metroid. I'm almost done with it. Fun game. I wish the world was a little bit more linked, but I can't complain.

Amazing game. Perfect follow up in the series. The best use of 3D that I've ever seen on the 3DS. If you are use to the older 2D game design of Metroid Fusion and Zero Mission, you won't be disappointed at all with the new 3D design. The game is still played on a 2D plane and the old mechanics and exploration is just as it was. Of course new mechanics such as the melee has been introduced but it's all positive. My first playthrough was 15 hours, but that was taking my time and wanting to find everything. Looking forward to future playthroughs. I can't think of any faults with this game.