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Check Out this In-Depth World Design Analysis of the Metroid Series
When we use the term Metroidvania, we’re often referring to a non-linear style of game that relies on a system of locks and keys. As you explore the world, you’ll eventually reach a hypothetical wall–a lock. It’s a point in the game where you can no longer progress until you…
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Vibe With This Haunting New Metroid Album, “Samus & Piano”
Get ready to embark on an emotional musical journey through the Metroid series, courtesy of our pal Tune in with Chewie. The musical artist, who Metroid fans will know for his incredible lo-fi album ‘Samus & Chill‘, has released a new record called ‘Samus & Piano‘ that serves as a…
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SamoStudios Releases Updated Version of Metroid Cinematica
For many years Metroid fans have speculated about what a Metroid movie might be like. But what should a Metroid movie sound like? Back in 2014, Sam Dillard provided his own answer with the release of the original Metroid Cinematica. The goal of Metroid Cinematica was not to be a…
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Check Out These “Bugged” Bug Pins from Metroid Database
The folks over at Metroid Database have once again designed and published some classic Metroid pins, and these may be their most creative yet! The latest addition to their pin collection are modeled after a notorious glitch in the original Metroid game on the NES. In the series’ first entry,…
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Admiral Dane’s Diner: Meta Ridley (and Red Ridley) Wings!
Admiral Dane’s Diner is a monthly series that is all about making delectable food inspired by the Metroid series. Each month, patrons and team members vote from a list of food ideas and then I attempt to create them. Since the Metroid series doesn’t really have food at its heart…
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Get Creative with Maytroid 2022!
May is almost upon is. That means it’s time for Maytroid! Created by rupakoopatroopa and donbrosius.ink, Maytroid is a creative challenge that is dedicated to the Metroid series. Inspired by Inktober, Maytroid asks people to make something Metroid-based with a daily prompt throughout the month of May. This year, I…
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Making the “Forbidden” Metroid Prime 2 Cake
Last year for April Fool’s, I made a joke about how Nintendo would make Ridley plushies, and then created a Ridley plushie myself. This year, I took on a new challenge: recreating the “forbidden” promotional cookie from Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. From examining the picture, a few things stood out…
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Check Out These Influences on Metroid You Might Not Know About
Metroid’s influences are often boiled down to a single film: Ridley Scott’s 1979 film Alien. This isn’t a problem in it of itself, but it is limiting in its scope. “Critical Kate” Willært seeks to cast a wider net, looking at what else has influenced the classic Nintendo franchise. Willært…
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Once Upon A Tee’s Zebes Collection Is On Sale
If you’re in the US or Japan, there are some Metroid merchandise options available for you from the official Nintendo store. However, at least in the US store, the designs are a little lackluster. Here’s where the fans come in. Once Upon A Tee has several of these awesome fan-made…
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Join TheSpeedGamers March 11-13th for a Metroid Marathon Benefitting Zero Prostate Cancer
What’s better than watching skilled players play Metroid games and having fun with their friends? Not much, but watching skilled players play every Metroid game continuously in support of Zero Prostate Cancer comes to mind! Our friends at TheSpeedGamers are embarking on a 48 hour livestream, filled with tons of fun…
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- Metroid (NES)
- Metroid II: Return of Samus
- Super Metroid
- Metroid Prime
- Metroid Fusion
- Metroid Prime 2: Echoes
- Metroid: Zero Mission
- Metroid Prime Hunters
- Metroid Prime 3: Corruption
- Metroid: Other M
- Metroid: Samus Returns
- Metroid Dread
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
- More Games