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Metroid Musing: Should Samus Keep All Her Upgrades At The Beginning of the Dread Sequel?
This is a topic that we’ve discussed on the podcast before (I believe aaalllll the way back in episode 21? But I could be wrong!), and it’s something that I’m sure has crossed the minds of many Metroid fans. In typical Metroid fashion, Metroid games almost always kick off with…
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Check Out All of Our Metroid Prime Remastered Content So Far!
It’s been almost two months since Metroid Prime Remastered launched worldwide for the Nintendo Switch. Time flies when your having fun and scanning stuff! Needless to say, we’ve spent a lot of time covering Metroid Prime Remastered and developing content around the game. If you’re just joining us on your…
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Metroid Musing: Should Samus’ Suit Be Customizable in Future Metroid Games?
One of the most exciting parts of a Metroid game is not just getting a new suit, but seeing how much it alters Samus’ appearance. Even further, it’s great to see an old suit come back with a new style or design. There are some Metroid games that drastically alter…
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4 Ways to Improve The Meta Ridley Boss Fight in Metroid Prime
You might be thinking, “Improve? They don’t need to improve this boss fight!” and I agree! I love the Meta Ridley boss fight in Metroid Prime. Personally, it’s one of my favorite boss battles in not just the game, but the entire series. It’s such an exciting, and at times…
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OPINION: Metroid Prime Remastered Is A Gorgeous Game Being Held Back by Clunky Controls
Metroid Prime Remastered came about when I least expected it. The rumors had been swirling for so long, that I believed where there was smoke, there was fire; I was hoping to see it at the last Nintendo Direct back in September, but when it no-showed, I wasn’t optimistic about…
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Metroid Musing: Would You Like The Ability To Arc Your Shinespark?
The Speed Booster is no doubt one of the most popular upgrades you can get in a Metroid game. In fact, our good friend Kiwi Talkz did a poll in late 2022 asking people to rank their favorite items, and the Speed Booster far surpassed the others. It’s understandable; since…
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Metroid Musing: Should Samus Get New Power Ups in Super Smash Bros. For Defeating Other Fighters?
An important aspect of the Metroid series is for Samus to acquire new power ups by either exploring the world or by defeating a boss. Few things in Metroid are as satisfying as getting a powerful new ability – like the Screw Attack or Plasma Beam – or some sort…
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Ranking the Metroid Fusion Bosses
The 20 year anniversary for Metroid Fusion came and went last year – it’s been interesting revisiting it after so long. Fusion took a big chance by offering a more linear-styled experience, but overall that chance paid off. From Fusion, we got a fantastic story and antagonist that moved the…
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Metroid Musing: Where Should the Spin Boost and Cross Bombs Have Been Placed?
Metroid Dread introduced multiple new powers ups, the Flash Shift and Storm Missiles being stand out additions. Two abilities many players believe was received too late was the Spin Boost and Cross Bombs. The Spin Boost allows Samus to jump a second time in the air if she’s spin jumping,…
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RANDOM: I Was Bored At Work, So I Asked What Would Each Metroid Area’s Pokémon Type Be?
You’ve had those days. You’re at the end of the week. The boss has taken off early. You’re in that weird spot where you’ve finished all your work, but don’t have enough time to start and finish a new project. You’re just sitting at your desk, looking at the clock,…
