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# Omega Metroid

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- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 327 – Nine Sols: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-327-nine-sols-inspired-by-metroid/) - It's been a minute, but Inspired By Metroid is BACK to examine one of the better Metroidvania's in the last few years - the Souls-like "Taopunk" game Nine Sols! From Red Candle Games, Nine Sols tell the story of Yi, a cat-like creature called a Solarian on a quest for revenge while the impending doom
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Bonus Episode – Discussing THAT Metroid Leak](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-bonus-episode-discussing-that-metroid-leak/) - Surprise! Our regularly scheduled podcast will continue tomorrow, however we had some relevant happenings within the Metroid news cycle last week that we believed deserved it's own focus. In this special bonus episode of the Omega Metroid Podcast, Andy and Doom talk about the latest rumors and potential leak of the next Metroid title. Everything
- [Bonus Episode – Gooey Plays Super Metroid (Part 1)](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-super-metroid-part-1/) - We are back with a brand new season of Gooey Plays SUPER Metroid! We are venturing through the planet Zebes and on a quest to retreive the stolen Baby Metroid. Come join Andy and Goo as thy battle Ridley, Torizo, Spore Spawn, and Kraid whole uncovering the planets secrets! Join the fun and consider
- [RUMOR: New Metroid Title May Have Been Accidentally Revealed](https://omegametroid.com/rumor-new-metroid-title-may-have-been-accidentally-revealed/) - Earlier this morning on the date of July 1st, Universo Nintendo Editior-in-Chief 'Necro' Felipe posted an article that has a lot of Metroid fans excited, the potential leak of a brand new Metroid title! We've reported on Felipe's work before in the months leading up to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, where he posted some of
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 326 – Guess That Metroid Character in 10 Questions RETURNS!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-326-guess-that-metroid-character-in-10-questions-returns/) - After a few weeks off, Andy makes his return, and the lads reunite for a fun-filled episode of Guess That Metroid Character! The premise is simple - we have ten yes or no questions to ask that will help us nail down which Metroid character the other host has picked! Come and join the fun
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 325 – Redefinitively Ranking Every Power Suit (Within Reason)](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-325-redefinitively-ranking-every-power-suit-within-reason/) - Doominal Crossing is back this week for another solo show, this time revisiting a topic from one of the earliest episodes of the podcast: Definitively Ranking Every Power Suit! The initial episode premiered well before Doom joined the podcast, making this the first time he gets a say on the matter. What's more, is since
- [A Full Metroid Prime VR Mod Is Now Available!](https://omegametroid.com/a-full-metroid-prime-vr-mod-is-now-available/) - Almost a decade ago, a student research project called Prime VR caught our eye. The partial recreation of Metroid Prime in virtual reality looked amazing… but as a research project, it was never intended for distribution and only a lucky few got to play it. If you ever saw that and thought “wow, I’d love
- [ICYMI: Contents, Pricing of Hollow Knight and Hollow Knight: Silksong Physical Releases Revealed](https://omegametroid.com/icymi-contents-pricing-of-hollow-knight-and-hollow-knight-silksong-physical-releases-revealed/) - After the initial reveal of a new physical editions of Hollow Knight and its sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, new details surrounding the contents of these editions have emerged. The physical release of Hollow Knight will come to PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2, while Silksong will be headed to PS5, Switch 2, and Xbox. Included with
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 312 – Definitively Ranking Every Multiplayer Arena from Metroid Prime Hunters](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-312-definitively-ranking-every-multiplayer-arena-from-metroid-prime-hunters/) - The Metroid Prime Hunters twentieth anniversary celebration continues! On this episode, Doom is joined by Dak, along with special guest Pete "SPIRE_FAN" Grigsby, to definitively rank EVERY SINGLE multiplayer arena from Metroid Prime Hunters. Quite the undertaking at a 2 hour+ runtime, but one the gang is more than happy to take on! We discuss
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 317 – Definitively Ranking Every Single Save Station](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-317-definitively-ranking-every-single-save-station/) - Andy had to step out today to take care of some personal business, so Doominal Crossing is taking the wheel for a short solo episode! Today, we're ranking ALL of the save stations that appear throughout the Metroid series, from Super Metroid all the way to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Doom goes over all the
- [Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Release Date Revealed for October 15th on Xbox, PS5, and Steam; Nintendo Switch version TBD](https://omegametroid.com/castlevania-belmonts-curse-release-date-revealed-for-october-15th-on-xbox-ps5-and-steam-nintendo-switch-version-tbd/) - After a previous announcement as part of the series’ 40th anniversary, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse has been announced for worldwide release on October 15th! This news came rather suddenly in Jun 7th’s Xbox Game Showcase, paired with a new trailer. The game will follow new protagonist Rose Belmont, and follows her quest as part of the
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 324 – The Worst Metroid Songs from Each Game](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-324-the-worst-metroid-songs-from-each-game/) - Doominal Crossing is hosting this week while Andy takes some time off. However, he's not alone! Joining the episode today for his third podcast appearance is special guest, Joey Ferris! Joey for the uninitated is a huge Metroid fan who currently makes content for Commonwealth Realm over on YouTube. On today's episode, the duo go
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 323 – Reviewing the June 2026 Nintendo Direct (and Other Showcases This Week)](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-323-reviewing-the-june-2026-nintendo-direct-and-other-showcases-this-week/) - Doominal Crossing is back! After 2 weeks of moving into his new house, Doom returns to the Omega Metroid Podcast just in time to react to the latest Nintendo Direct with Andy. The gang catches up and goes over their thoughts on the direct, as well as all of the other showcases that took place
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 322 – A Non-Metroid Fan Reviews Metroid Prime 4 *PATREON UNLOCK*](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-322-a-non-metroid-fan-reviews-metroid-prime-4-patreon-unlock/) - We are unlocking an episode from the Patreon vault as this week, we debut for the first time on the main feed Gooey Plays Metroid! Andy's podcasting partner Gooey Fame (who Omega fans will know from our Alien in Review series) isn't exactly a Metroid fan, although they enjoy them, so we launched a bonus
- [Omega Metroid: Frequently Asked Questions](https://omegametroid.com/frequently-asked-questions/) - So what's your story? So, originally, I wanted to write this FAQ answering as the "website" instead of answering as myself, but it felt too impersonal, so instead, I'll introduce myself properly. My name is Andy Spiteri. You may have heard me on the Omega Metroid Podcast. I'm from Calgary, Alberta, Canada and have
- [Bonus Episode – Gooey Plays Metroid II: Return of Samus (Part 4)](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-metroid-ii-return-of-samus-part-4/) - Here we arrive at last, to the season finale of Gooey Plays Metroid II! In this episode, Goo describes his encounter with the Queen Metroid and his rescue of the Baby Metroid, plus we answer Patron questions such as the ethics of Samus's mission on SR388, if the second entry in the series was too
- [Alien: Isolation 2 Announced During Summer Game Fest 2026](https://omegametroid.com/alien-isolation-2-announced-during-summer-game-fest-2026/) - If you're a fan of the long-running franchise Alien, then we have some good news for you! Summer Game Fest 2026 just revealed a sequel to the 2014 critically-acclaimed first-person horror Metroidvania Alien: Isolation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUfKBrUgiS0&list=PLi9Mlnjwioo-tzmkykpmmC17dZ_rnAy-r&index=23 The trailer only shows snippets of gameplay and cutscenes, but if you have played the first game, you can be
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 321 – Did Metroid Prime 4 Give Us Everything We Wanted?](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-321-did-metroid-prime-4-give-us-everything-we-wanted/) - Get ready for a huge solo Spiteri podcast! Andy is in the booth by himself this week, as we look back at some of the earliest episodes of the podcast and do a little post mortem on Metroid Prime 4. Back in episodes #2 and #29 from 2020, and again in episode #202 from early
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 320 – If A Super Metroid Remake is Going to Happen, What Would We Want From It?](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-320-if-a-super-metroid-remake-is-going-to-happen-what-would-we-want-from-it/) - Remakes, remakes, remakes. You don't really want them, we don't really want them, but hey - where there's smoke, there's fire. The rumors around a Super Metroid remake have been floating around for a while, and while we would all prefer a Metroid 6 next, we talk about what we would want from this remake
- [ICYMI: Nintendo Announces Global Price Increase Coming for the Switch 2](https://omegametroid.com/icymi-nintendo-announces-global-price-increase-coming-for-the-switch-2/) - Nintendo has finally joined its two main competitors in the console space and announced a price increase for their newest console, the Nintendo Switch 2. According to Nintendo.com, the MSRP for the United States will increase by $50 USD from $449.99 to $499.99. The justification quoted: “This is in response to various changes in market
- [Legendary Nintendo Director, Producer Takashi Tezuka Retiring in June](https://omegametroid.com/legendary-nintendo-director-producer-takashi-tezuka-retiring-in-june/) - After over four decades at Nintendo, legendary game developer Takashi Tezuka is stepping down as an Executive Officer next month, closely following the retirements of Nintendo veterans Hideki Konno and Kensuke Tanabe in the past year. As part of the company’s recent fiscal reports, Nintendo released a list of executive personnel changes to take place
- [Metroid Dread Developers MercurySteam Layoff Unknown Number of Employees in "Workforce Adjustment Process."](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-developers-mercurysteam-layoff-unknown-number-of-employees-in-workforce-adjustment-process/) - As first reported by Nintendo Life, Metroid Dread developer MercurySteam took to it's LinkedIn account today to announce mass layoffs, dressed up as a "workforce adjustment process". The Spain-based developer first captured Metroid fans attention with the release of 2017's critically Metroid: Samus Returns, before releasing the most successful Metroid game to date in terms
- [Metroid Prime 4 Has Still Not Surpassed One Million Units Sold Individually on Switch 1 or Switch 2](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-has-still-not-surpassed-one-million-units-sold-individually-on-switch-1-or-switch-2/) - Some bummer news for Metroid fans coming out of the latest Nintendo financial report: Metroid Prime 4 was nowhere to be found, meaning that the game has not crossed the one million units sold benchmark for either Switch 1 or Switch 2, although it should be noted that, collectively, the Switch 1 and 2 versions
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 319 – Nintendo News Roundup: Is It Time to Officially Call Metroid Prime 4 a Flop?](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-319-nintendo-news-roundup-is-it-time-to-officially-call-metroid-prime-4-a-flop/) - We are back this week to discuss a whole lotta Nintendo news, and to warn everyone: most of it ain't great. We talk of Metroid Prime 4's sales performance and how, given that neither the Switch 1 or Switch 2 Editions have cracked a million units sold individually, it may be high time to officially
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 318 – Pitching the Next Super Smash Bros. Title - PART ONE](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-318-pitching-the-next-super-smash-bros-title-part-one/) - Andy is back! To mark his return, we come back to you with our original topic that we planned for last week, and it's a big one: Our pitches for Super Smash Bros. 6! In this first part, the gang goes over their general philosophies on what they want from the next title versus what
- [Bonus Episode – Gooey Plays Metroid II: Return of Samus (Part 3)](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-metroid-ii-return-of-samus-part-3/) - The journey across SR388 continues as Goo fights the most dangerous enemies yet - Omega Metroids! We talk Zeta and Omega Metroid strategies, obtaining the final powerups and expansions, what the pros and cons of each beam are, and take a deep breath as only one Metroid remains! We're doing a Q&A episode next month
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 316 – Brinstar (Super Metroid): Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-316-brinstar-super-metroid-mapping-metroid/) - After a long layoff, Mapping Metroid returns! This time around, we are analyzing one of Andy's favorite areas in the series: Super Metroid's Brinstar! We talk about the structure of the area and how it's cleverly segmented (Green, Red, Dark, and Kraid); how amazing the musical tracks are and why the Green Brinstar theme is
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 315 - Samus's Percentages: How Likely is a Metroid 6 Reveal in 2026 + More!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-315-samuss-percentages-how-likely-is-a-metroid-6-reveal-in-2026-more/) - After another long layoff, everyone’s favorite gameshow SAMUS’S PERCENTAGES returns! The premise is simple: we make a statement and give a percentage on how likely to be true that statement is, 100% being a certainty, 0% being an impossibility. This week, we're looking forward tackling Samus's Percentages like: is Metroid 6 revealed in 2026 or
- [Blink and You'll Miss It - There's a Small Metroid Easter Egg in the Super Mario Galaxy Movie (**Spoilers**)](https://omegametroid.com/blink-and-youll-miss-it-theres-a-small-metroid-easter-egg-in-the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-spoilers/) - The Super Mario Galaxy movie, the highly anticipated sequel to the Super Mario Bros. Movie, released earlier this month, and like its predecessor, there are Easter Eggs galore. Everything from characters to weapons, signs to musical cues, offer something for the curious Nintendo fan watching. With so much to see in this bombastic sequel, even
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Developers Discuss New Features and Inspirations in Recent Gameplay & Commentary Trailer](https://omegametroid.com/castlevania-belmonts-curse-developers-discuss-new-features-and-inspirations-in-recent-gameplay-commentary-trailer/) - New gameplay footage and details for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse have been revealed in a showcase from The Triple-i Initiative. The gameplay footage showcases protagonist, Sonia Belmont traversing Notre-Dame in previously unseen areas and encountering a boss, Joan of Arc. Teased at the end of the trailer is the emergence of the iconic Dracula's Castle. Developers
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 314 - ROM Hack Reviews: Super Duper Metroid! (PATREON UNLOCK)](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-314-rom-hack-reviews-super-duper-metroid-patreon-unlock/) - We're back with another Patreon unlock! This month on the docket: Super Duper Metroid, an incredible ROM Hack from Metaquarius and Daltone that reimagines Super Metroid with an emphasis on exploration and skill. Andy played the hack and has a ton of thoughts on the bosses, different map layout, improvements in items and displays, progression,
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 313 – What Would A Modern Metroid Prime Hunters Concept Game Look Like?](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-313-what-would-a-modern-metroid-prime-hunters-concept-game-look-like/) - Andy makes his triumphant return this week to bring to a close a celebration of 20 years of Metroid Prime Hunters. The gang are discussing what a modernized redo of the Hunters concept would look like, from having set levels with objectives versus a traditional Metroid Prime-style singleplayer campaign, to removing elements that felt awkwardly
- [Metroid Musing: Should Scan Logs be Voice Acted?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-should-scan-logs-be-voice-acted/) - For the Metroid Prime series, scanning is an integral, inseparable aspect of the experience. Samus's Scan Visor allows her to activate every mechanism you can think of and give details about the environment that simple observation wouldn't be able to decipher. Of course when Samus encounters a dangerous enemy, scanning gives useful information on their
- [Bonus Episode – Gooey Plays Metroid II: Return of Samus (Part 2)](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-metroid-ii-return-of-samus-part-2/) - Gooey Plays Metroid II continues, as we talk about mapping SR388, the first encounter with the Gamma Metroids, what beams and combos Goo likes the best, how the Space Jump feels, and so much more! We get teed up for next months encounters with Zeta and Omega Metroids, as well as talk about the great
- [Metroid Musing: What Could Missile Combos in Metroid Prime 4 Have Looked Like?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-what-could-missile-combos-in-metroid-prime-4-have-looked-like/) - In Metroid Prime 1 and 2, Beam Missile Combos were powerful additions to Samus' arsenal. Should Samus collect the correct Missile Combo, charging the correct beam and pressing the Missile button unleashed devastating weapons with various effects. For example, in Metroid Prime 1, if you thoroughly explore the Chozo Ruins Samus can acquire the Wavebuster,
- [New Metroid Merchandise Lands on the Nintendo Store!](https://omegametroid.com/new-metroid-merchandise-lands-on-the-nintendo-store/) - Metroid’s presence on the Nintendo Store has literally doubled! Five pieces of merchandise, including three previously only available in Japan, are now available to order online. Many of these are actually practical items instead of just showpieces, making them a great way to rep your Metroid dedication in your daily life! The two newest items
- [Omega Metroid's Metroid Prime Hunters 100% Walkthrough is AVAILABLE NOW!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroids-metroid-prime-hunters-100-walkthrough-is-available-now/) - Happy twentieth anniversary to Metroid Prime Hunters! That's right folks, this technical showcase for the Nintendo DS is turning twenty today, and we wanted to do something special to celebrate the occasion! We're happy to announce that Metroid Prime Hunters is the next entry getting the full walkthrough treatment. And yes, your eyes did not
- [Omega Metroid’s Metroid Prime Hunters Singleplayer and Multiplayer Walkthroughs Are Now Live! How To Play, Control Setup, Map Strategies, Weapon Attributes, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroids-metroid-prime-hunters-single-player-and-multiplayer-walkthroughs-are-now-live-how-to-play-control-setup-map-strategies-weapon-attributes-and-more/) - I’m incredibly excited to announce that we have launched our complete, 100% Metroid Prime Hunters single-player and multiplayer guides! This walkthrough was a collaborative effort, written by Andy Spiteri and Pete "SPIRE_FAN" Grigsby, with additional support from Doominal Crossing and SZ. Our singleplayer guide will walk you through every expansion, locations for Alimbic Artifacts, full
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 311 – Metroid Prime Hunters 20th Anniversary Retrospective](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-311-metroid-prime-hunters-20th-anniversary-retrospective/) - Metroid Prime Hunters turns twenty tomorrow on March 20th, 2026! That's a crazy sentance to type out, but it's true! In fact, there's lots of Metroid anniversaries coming up this year, but it all starts here with Hunters! To kick off the celebration on this episode, we're doing a thorough retrospective on the vast history
- [New Nintendo Switch 2 Update Introduces "Handheld Mode Boost", Upgrading Visuals of Switch Games While Playing Handheld](https://omegametroid.com/new-nintendo-switch-2-update-introduces-handheld-mode-boost-upgrading-visuals-of-switch-games-while-playing-handheld/) - Nintendo dropped the new system update for the Switch 2 this Monday, and among a variety of changes was the new Handheld Mode Boost feature. This mode which can be toggled on or off in settings, allows compatible Switch games to run as if they were in TV mode on handheld. This means that many
- [Super Metroid’s Iconic Soundtrack Added to the Nintendo Music App](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroids-iconic-soundtrack-added-to-the-nintendo-music-app/) - After a long wait, the songs of Super Metroid are now available on Nintendo Music! Alongside previous Metroid titles on the app, there’s definitely enough to make a playlist of your favorite songs in the franchise. The release contains a total of 28 tracks that includes overworld music, boss battle themes, and iconic short jingles
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 310 – Playing Guess That Metroid Area in 10 Questions!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-310-playing-guess-that-metroid-area-in-10-questions/) - We're keeping the vibes high this week, as we bring back an old favorite with a new twist: Guess That Metroid Area! We have 10 yes or no questions to try and determine which area the other is thinking of, so we're testing our Metroid knowledge and playing our opponents in the ultimate Metroid game
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 309 – What We Want from Metroid 6](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-309-what-we-want-from-metroid-6/) - The boys are back in town! After a couple of weeks away from the podcast, Doominal Crossing rejoins Andy Spiteri for their first episode away from Metroid Prime 4 in over three months. The gang turns their attention to what will likely be the next new Metroid title we focus on: Metroid 6! Andy and
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 308 - Alien In Review: David Becomes the Creator in Alien: Covenant](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-308-alien-in-review-david-becomes-the-creator-in-alien-covenant/) - Alien In Review is back to go over the last (for now) movie in the Alien saga left to cover: Ridley Scott's 2017 sequel to Prometheus, Alien: Covenant. We're focusing in on the SFX catching up to the intent of the Xenomorph and how it makes for the best version of the monster yet, how
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 307 - ROM Hack Reviews - Metroid: Oil Spill (PATREON UNLOCK)](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-307-rom-hack-reviews-metroid-oil-spill-patreon-unlock/) - Andy and Doom had major technical issues this week and weren't able to get together for a redo, so as a make good, we are unlocking a special Patreon episode! ROM Hack Reviews returns with a Metroid Fusion ROM Hack from Spedimus called Metroid: Oil Spill! Placing Samus on a freighter leaking (you guessed it) OIL,
- [Bonus Episode - Gooey Plays Metroid II: Return of Samus (Part 1)](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-metroid-ii-return-of-samus-part-1/) - We are back with an all new season of Gooey Plays Metroid. After taking on the first game, Goo was eager to get into Metroid II: Return of Samus. In this episode we go over some of the manual, the style of the game, and the basic mechanics. We also discuss the Spider Ball -
- [Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Arrives In Time For The Series’ 40th Anniversary, Releasing in 2026](https://omegametroid.com/castlevania-belmonts-curse-arrives-in-time-for-the-series-40th-anniversary-releasing-in-2026/) - Depending on how you count it, it's been either 12 or 17 years since the last "proper" Castlevania game was released. Highly-acclaimed crossovers with Dead Cells, V Rising, and Vampire Survivors have delighted fans in recent years, but many have held out hope for the franchise’s true return some day. Well, that day is now
- [Metroid Musing: What Are Some of Your Favorite Moments and Experiences From Metroid Prime 4?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-what-are-some-of-your-favorite-moments-and-experiences-from-metroid-prime-4/) - The fan reception for Metroid Prime 4 has been mixed, to say the least. From the Green Crystal hunt that's required to beat the game, to questionable story decisions, it's understandable that some were let down after the long eight year wait for the release of Metroid Prime 4. That said, it's not all doom
- [Metroid Musing: Is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond the Foundation for Future Games or a Cautionary Tale?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-is-metroid-prime-4-beyond-the-foundation-for-future-games-or-a-cautionary-tale/) - It was clear from just the trailers that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond was going to experiment with new ideas for the franchise. How big those changes were and whether or not they would be controversial or not didn't become known until after release. Critically, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is the most controversial in the Prime
- [ICYMI: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Did, In Fact, Achieve One Million Total Sales In One Month](https://omegametroid.com/icymi-metroid-prime-4-beyond-did-in-fact-achieve-one-million-total-sales-in-one-month/) - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has indeed sold at least one million copies thus far, despite it not appearing in Nintendo's Financial Results Briefing. After Nintendo’s most recent investor report made no mention of the Retro Studios-developed game, fans voiced concern about the potentially underwhelming sales debut for the long-awaited sequel. Thankfully, these worries are now
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 306 – Definitively Ranking Metroid Prime 4: Beyond](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-306-definitively-ranking-metroid-prime-4-beyond/) - Definitive Ranking returns! This time around, we’re putting a bow on our dedicated coverage of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and we are going out with a bang. We cover the good, the bad, and the ugly; the breathtaking graphics, the horrific story, the rock solid gameplay, the divisive level design, the soundtrack and if it
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 305 – Ranking Every Area in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-305-ranking-every-area-in-metroid-prime-4-beyond/) - We are back and continuing the discussion around Metroid Prime 4 this week, and tackling one of the most contentious aspects of the game: the areas! We discuss the pros and cons of each locale, debate whether it's better for an area to try new things and fail or retread old ground and be fine,
- [FEATURE: Metroid Prime Series Producer Kensuke Tanabe Speaks to Japanese Magazine Nintendo Dream; Confirms Retirement, Successor, Metroid Prime 4 Story Inspiration, & More](https://omegametroid.com/feature-metroid-prime-series-producer-kensuke-tanabe-speaks-to-japanese-magazine-nintendo-dream-confirms-retirement-successor-metroid-prime-4-story-inspiration-more/) - Last week, some bombshell news broke about the future of the Metroid Prime series, as producer Kensuke Tanabe spoke to Japanese publication Nintendo Dream to discuss a whole bevvy of topics, including the confirmation that Metroid Prime 4 will be Tanabe's last game as producer. Tanabe, 62, has overseen every Metroid Prime game in a
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 304 – Metroid Prime Series Producer Kensuke Tanabe Stepping Down: Our Thoughts and Reactions!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-304-metroid-prime-series-producer-kensuke-tanabe-stepping-down-our-thoughts-and-reactions/) - What a week for Metroid! We are going over a bombshell interview that Series Producer Kensuke Tanabe and a few other developers conducted with Japanese outlet Nintendo Dream, which Omega Metroid independently translated, where a whole slew of topics were discussed, with the most prominent piece of news being Tanabe confirming he will no longer
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Reaches Top 10 Best Selling U.S. Games According to Market Research Company Circana](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-reaches-top-10-best-selling-u-s-games-according-to-market-research-company-circana/) - As we approach the two-month post-release date, we have our first insights into how Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has been selling. Good news is that it has had an incredibly successful commercial launch, as physical sales alone have propelled it to become the 7th Best Selling Game in the U.S. last month! This was revealed
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 303 - Ranking Every Boss in Metroid Prime 4](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-303-ranking-every-boss-in-metroid-prime-4/) - Get ready to put your gloves up, because this week, we are ranking all of the bosses in Metroid Prime 4! From the absolute highlights like Xelios, Phenoros and the Omega Griever to some of the less impactful bosses like Carvex and Varmis, we have a lot to say about why these bosses worked and
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 302 – Can Nintendo Make Sylux Cool Again? + More Fan Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-302-can-nintendo-make-sylux-cool-again-more-fan-qa/) - Another week, another discussion about Metroid Prime 4, except this time, we're answering your questions! We cover a bevy of topics like: what constitutes a linear Metroid game? Why did we think Sylux would have a large character arc? Was Beyond worse off for focusing on Sylux? What was our favorite song from the game?
- [MetroidHQ Charity Marathon Kicks Off On Jan 14; Omega Metroid’s Andy Spiteri Running Metroid!](https://omegametroid.com/metroidhq-charity-marathon-kicks-off-on-jan-14-omega-metroids-andy-spiteri-running-metroid/) - This year’s MetroidHQ charity marathon – titled MHQthon: Beyond - is upon us! The annual speedrunning event will run from Wednesday, January 14, to Sunday, January 18th, featuring a wide cast of guests, including Omega Metroid’s own Andy Spiteri! If you’re unfamiliar, MHQThon is a yearly charity event benefitting Child’s Play Charity, an organization that
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 301 – Reacting to Nintendo's Famitsu Interview Discussing Metroid Prime 4's Development, Timeline Placement, and Story Philosophy](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-301-reacting-to-nintendos-famitsu-interview-discussing-metroid-prime-4s-development-timeline-placement-and-story-philosophy/) - We're starting 2026 off with a bang by discussing Nintendo's recent interview with Fasmitsu about Metroid Prime 4! Translated by our pals over at Shinesparkers, this interview with the unnamed developer touches on multiple topics, including the premise of the game and the intent for Sylux to be a major player, the placement of Beyond
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Developers Talk Design Decisions, Timeline Placement in New Interview](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-developers-talk-design-decisions-timeline-placement-in-new-interview/) - If you've been yearning to learn more about the development of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, you're in luck! The latest issue of Japanese publication Famitsu features quite a beefy interview with the game's developers at Nintendo, covering a whole range of topics from the team's earliest design decisions, to their open-world approach, to the title's
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 300 – Metroid Prime 4 Final Battle & Ending Review!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-300-metroid-prime-4-final-battle-ending-review/) - It's finally time! This episode is not just a major milestone for our Metroid Prime 4 coverage, as we wrap up our extensive month-long review of the game, but it's also one for the show! How fitting is it that our 300th episode covers the FINALE of Metroid Prime 4 after all these years! But...was
- [Update: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Pin Added to My Nintendo Rewards in UK, Ireland, Australia, & New Zealand](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-pin-added-to-my-nintendo-rewards-in-australia-new-zealand/) - Update: This Metroid Prime 4: Beyond pin is now available from the My Nintendo Store in the UK and Ireland for 600 Platinum Points. Represent the galaxy's greatest bounty hunter on Viewros and beyond with this Metroid Prime 4: Beyond pin- available for 600 Platinum Points (plus shipping) from My Nintendo Store: 🇬🇧: https://t.co/ZENBmMWQoo 🇮🇪: https://t.co/N81cfcKWJp
- [Bonus Episode – Gooey Plays Metroid Part 4 – Tourian, Metroids, Mother Brain, and Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-metroid-part-4-tourian-metroids-mother-brain-and-qa/) - Here we are, at the end of NEStroid. We discuss the final area, the intense battle with Mother Brain, the escape sequences, rage playing, and sneaking by Metroids, PLUS we are joined by our master mapper, McKenna from Flashback 64, to wrap up the game and do a little Q&A.Come listen to the finale of
- [Check Out These Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Graphics & Performance Comparisons](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-these-metroid-prime-4-beyond-graphics-performance-comparisons/) - Given how stunning Metroid Prime 4: Beyond looks, it’s no surprise that the well-known tech and media analysis group Digital Foundry decided to put the specs to the test in a robust Nintendo Switch 2 graphics & performance review. While they did not have the Nintendo Switch 1 version to compare it to at the
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 299 – Reviewing Metroid Prime 4's Great Mines, Mech Parts & Green Energy Crystals](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-299-reviewing-metroid-prime-4s-great-mines-mech-parts-green-energy-crystals/) - We're back with the next chapter of our Metroid Prime 4: Beyond journey! This week we're approaching the end as we discuss the last major area in the game: the Great Mines. We discuss everything about the area from the art direction, level design, puzzles, the greater emphasis on combat, including some of the unique
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 298 - Reviewing Metroid Prime 4's Ice Belt & Flare Pool](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-298-reviewing-metroid-prime-4s-ice-belt-flare-pool/) - It's time for more Metroid Prime 4! This week, we head into the depths of the Ice Belt to explore the remnants of Lamorn experimentation gone wrong, tricky battles against the elements, and more! Then, we jump into the Flare Pool where we find new friends, new foes, and a whole lot of action! Come
- [Check Out this Extensive Analysis of Metroid Prime 4 : Beyond's Credits](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-extensive-analysis-of-metroid-prime-4-beyonds-credits/) - Calling all Metroid fans who enjoy learning about video game development and about the artists who dedicate thousands of hours to producing the games we know and love! Last week, Japanese writer Papen published an extensive breakdown of the credited artists that came together on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Papen is a self-proclaimed analyst of
- [Free Hollow Knight: Silksong Expansion Announced for 2026, Original Hollow Knight Is Getting Updated Too!](https://omegametroid.com/free-hollow-knight-silksong-expansion-announced-for-2026-original-hollow-knight-is-getting-updated-too/) - In a surprise blog post to conclude the launch year of Hollow Knight: Silksong, Team Cherry has officially announced TWO major projects that will be coming in 2026! The first of the major announcements is the first planned free expansion for Hollow Knight: Silksong, titled "Sea of Sorrow." Team Cherry described the expansion in their
- [Metroid Musing: What Is the Future of 2D Metroid and Is it Led by Mercury Steam?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-what-is-the-future-of-2d-metroid-and-is-it-led-by-mercury-steam/) - The release of Metroid Dread in 2021, developed by Mercury Steam, marked the first new entry in the 2D Metroid franchise since the release of Metroid Fusion in 2002. And before Dread, that same developer worked on the Metroid II remake, Metroid: Samus Returns, in 2017. So, with a pair of 2D Metroid titles under
- [Update: Nintendo Provides a Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Instruction Manual You Can Make at Home](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-provides-a-metroid-prime-4-beyond-instruction-manual-you-can-make-at-home/) - Update: An English version of the Metroid Prime 4: Beyond World Databook is now available on the Nintendo Today! mobile app. Nintendo Today! users in North America and the United Kingdom can view a digital version of the Databook from the app's news tab. It is largely the same as the Japanese Databook discussed below, just
- [Samus's Story: My Introduction to Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/samuss-story-my-introduction-to-metroid/) - It was 2004. My mom got me a Game Boy Advance for my birthday, and along with it, a copy of hack-and-slash action game The Revenge of Shinobi. As it was the only game I owned at the time, I played that until I couldn’t play it any more. But around Christmas that same year,
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Holographic Poster Set Available Now from My Nintendo](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-holographic-poster-set-available-now-from-my-nintendo/) - To celebrate Samus Aran's latest mission in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, a new set of holographic posters is now available on the My Nintendo store! Along with previous Metroid rewards, you can obtain the set for free (plus shipping fees, of course) by exchanging Platinum Points, which means it’s a great low-cost way to grab
- [My Nintendo Releases New 2026 Calendar for Switch Online Members, Featuring Metroid Fusion Art & More](https://omegametroid.com/my-nintendo-releases-new-2026-calendar-for-switch-online-members-featuring-metroid-fusion-art-more/) - Nintendo recently released a new 2026 calendar exclusively for Nintendo Switch Online members. This 5 ½ x 5 ½ calendar features artwork and characters from many iconic Nintendo titles, such as Metroid Fusion, Super Mario 64, F-Zero: Maximum Velocity, and many more. It also comes with a nice display stand, making it possible to place
- [Unused Metroid Prime 3: Corruption Dialogue Recently Discovered by Speedrunner](https://omegametroid.com/unused-metroid-prime-3-corruption-dialogue-recently-discovered-by-speedrunner/) - Metroid speedrunner MrMiguel has discovered unused dialogue from the Aurora Unit in Metroid Prime 3: Corruption. In a video posted Wednesday, MrMiguel showed off four calls that would have played during various parts of the game. The first set of dialogue is part of the Aurora Unit's warning about the corruption stemming from Samus's use of
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 297 - Reviewing Metroid Prime 4's Volt Forge, Sol Valley, & Vi-O-La](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-297-reviewing-metroid-prime-4s-volt-forge-sol-valley-vi-o-la/) - We're back with more Metroid Prime 4! This week, we continue our journey and discuss Volt Forge, its crazy puzzles, vertical level design, pounding soundtrack, and pair of awesome, yet curious, boss battles! We then talk Vi-O-La, how it feels, how it handles, what combat is like, and the transition to the biggest point of
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Takes Third in the UK Sales Charts](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-takes-third-in-the-uk-sales-charts/) - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond debuted at #3 in the UK's game sales charts, according to market research company GfK. The long-awaited sequel came in behind EA Sports FC 26 and Mario Kart World, which have both dominated the top of the chart three weeks running. The data, which only reflects physical sales, indicated an 83%/17%
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Samus CHOGOKIN Action Figure Available Now for Pre-Order](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-samus-chogokin-action-figure-available-now-for-pre-order/) - Samus Aran, as depicted in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, has joined Tamashii Nations's "CHOGOKIN" line of action figures! Standing 8.3" tall and boasting LED light effects, this officially licensed pose-able diecast figure is available now for pre-order worldwide. As with all CHOGOKIN, this new Samus figure features joints and interchangeable parts to allow for multiple
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 296 – Our Initial Metroid Prime 4 Impressions!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-296-our-initial-metroid-prime-4-impressions/) - We are in a new era, the post-Metroid Prime 4 release era! To celebrate, we're dropping a special bonus episode of the pod where the entire gang get together to discuss the opening hour or so of Beyond! We talk about our thoughts on the title menu, Quality Mode and how the game runs, the
- [New Metroid Merch Now Available in Japan and Europe!](https://omegametroid.com/new-metroid-merch-now-available-in-japan-and-europe/) - Just in time for the release of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, a new collection of Metroid merchandise has come to Nintendo's Japanese stores and to the My Nintendo Store in Europe and the United Kingdom. The set includes a Metroid key chain, a Morph Ball pouch, a pair of drinking glasses, an ice tray, and
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Is Out Now! Check Out the Official Launch Trailer!](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-is-out-now-check-out-the-official-launch-trailer/) - Eighteen long years after the release of the last Prime title, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has finally, finally hit store shelves. And like many of us here at Omega Metroid, we're sure you'll be playing the game nonstop this weekend. If you're looking for one last dose of hype before you head off to Viewros,
- [New Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Switch Profile Icons Now Available!](https://omegametroid.com/new-metroid-prime-4-beyond-switch-profile-icons-now-available/) - After over 18 years of waiting, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is finally here! Coinciding with this anticipated release, Nintendo has announced that there are multiple Metroid Prime 4 Switch profile icons available to collect right now! Redeem your #MyNintendo Platinum Points to collect custom icons from #MetroidPrime4: Beyond, available until Jan 3 at 5pm
- [Select Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Tracks Available Now on Nintendo Music!](https://omegametroid.com/select-metroid-prime-4-beyond-tracks-available-now-on-nintendo-music/) - On the eve of Prime 4's release, Nintendo graced Metroid fans with multiple surprises, one of which being the release of seven music tracks from Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on the Nintendo Music app! #NintendoMusic special release alert! 🚨 Music from the #NintendoSwitch2 and #NintendoSwitch game #MetroidPrime4: Beyond is now available on the Nintendo Music
- [Nintendo Acquires Bandai Namco Studios Singapore, Rumored Original Metroid Prime 4 Dev, to “Strengthen Development Structure”](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-acquires-bandai-namco-studios-singapore-rumored-original-metroid-prime-4-dev-to-strengthen-development-structure/) - Nintendo has announced that they have entered a transfer agreement of shares with Bandai Namco Studios Singapore (BNSS), which will now operate under the new name Nintendo Studios Singapore Pte. Ltd as a subsidiary of Nintendo. This new addition is for the "purpose of strengthening its development structure." Pending approval of conditions of acquisition of
- [New Samus Voice Actress, Multiple Support Devs Revealed in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Credits](https://omegametroid.com/new-samus-voice-actress-multiple-support-devs-revealed-in-metroid-prime-4-beyond-credits/) - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond reviews have officially hit the internet, offering a largely positive picture of the long-awaited sequel. But that's not the only big headline hitting news sites today. Thanks to outlets who have received review copies before release, we now know some of the names listed in the game's credits. Among those credited
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Reviews Are Here!](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-reviews-are-here/) - Major game outlets across the internet published their reviews of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond yesterday, and while the critical consensus may not be as universally positive as that of past entries, impressions point to yet another win for Retro Studios and the Prime series. Those worried that, after such a lengthy development period, Metroid Prime
- [Update: Nintendo Invites You to Watch Top Streamers Play Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Next Week](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-invites-you-to-watch-top-streamers-play-metroid-prime-4-beyond-next-week/) - Update: Following their Canadian counterparts' lead, Nintendo of America has announced that their own set of leading streamers will be showcasing Metroid Prime 4: Beyond later today. Join us for some #MetroidPrime4: Beyond livestreams! Select YouTube and Twitch streamers will be suiting up today and taking to the planet Viewros to give a first-hand look
- [Omega Metroid Podcast Episode 295 - Our Final Fan Q&A Before Metroid Prime 4 + Reactions to Review Scores](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-podcast-episode-295-our-final-fan-qa-before-metroid-prime-4-reactions-to-review-scores/) - This is the LAST EPISODE of the Omega Metroid Podcast you will EVER HEAR before METROID PRIME 4 IS RELEASED! A surreal sentence to type, and to celebrate, we are answering a whole gambit of questions, such as: is it better to sell more copies with a lower Metracritic score, or sell less with higher
- [New Metroid II and Zero Mission Switch Online Profile Icons Available Now](https://omegametroid.com/new-metroid-ii-and-zero-mission-switch-online-profile-icons-available-now/) - Classic 2D Metroid fans rejoice: Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) members can now redeem ten new Metroid II: Return of Samus and Metroid: Zero Mission profile icons, sourced from official promotional art. To obtain the icons, you must complete related missions in the NSO app on your Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2, and then redeem
- [Update: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Switch 2 Power Bundle Pre-Order Bonus Announced for the UK](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-switch-2-power-bundle-pre-order-bonus-announced-for-the-uk/) - Update: In addition to the Power Bundle discussed below, My Nintendo UK is also offering a bonus keyring to those who pre-order any copy of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond from their storefront, while supplies last. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is coming on the 4th of December! If you pre-order on My Nintendo Store, you'll receive a
- [The Complete Developmental Timeline of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond](https://omegametroid.com/the-complete-developmental-timeline-of-metroid-prime-4-beyond/) - There are few games with a development story quite like Metroid Prime 4. From the premature reveal, to the devastating developmental restart, to the rebirth and rechristening as "Beyond," to the questions regarding cross-gen compatibility, to the controversial new mechanics the game is introducing, the latest edition in the celebrated series has certainly given us
- [Metroid Musing: What Could Brie Larson’s Casting in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Mean for a Potential Metroid Film?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-what-could-brie-larsons-casting-in-the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-mean-for-a-potential-metroid-film/) - Two weeks ago, Nintendo aired the Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct, showing the first trailer for the upcoming film and revealing new noteworthy cast members such as Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr. and Brie Larson as Rosalina -- a standout addition for plenty of Metroid fans. Brie Larson is no stranger to Nintendo, being a
- [Metroid Prime Remastered Announced; Digital Version Releasing Later Today](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-remastered-announced-digital-version-releasing-later-today/) - It's finally arrived. Metroid Prime Remastered has finally been announced for the Nintendo Switch AND IT COMES OUT TODAY! Metroid Prime Remastered will be available today digitally, while a physical version will hit shelves later this month on February 22nd. This remaster features some absolutely slick new visuals and effects. Metroid Prime has truly never
- [Get Ready for 2026 with this Official Metroid Prime Wall Calendar!](https://omegametroid.com/get-ready-for-2026-with-this-officially-licensed-metroid-prime-wall-calendar/) - Are you on the hunt for out-of-this-world functional wall art? Maybe you're a super planner who dreams of intergalactic missions?! Check out Nintendo's new official 2026 Metroid Prime Wall Calendar and ring in the new year with Samus Aran. This 12" x 12" (12" x 24" open) 12-month wall calendar is filled with your favourite
- [Omega Metroid is Looking for Volunteers - Join Our Team Today!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-is-looking-for-volunteers-join-our-team-today/) - Can you believe it? After years and years, Metroid Prime 4 is almost here, and that means we're looking to bolster our group of amazing volunteers! If you have a passion for writing, reporting, walkthroughs, social media, or just want to get involved with Metroid fans in the community, this is the perfect role for
- [Update: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Amiibo Functionality Fully Detailed on Nintendo's Japanese Site](https://omegametroid.com/amiibo-functionality-revealed-in-latest-metroid-prime-4-beyond-trailer/) - Update: Nintendo recently updated its Japanese website to fully detail amiibo functionality for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, helping to define the ambiguous "and more" wording discussed below. Here is what each amiibo figure will do in Metroid Prime 4, according to the website (which has been translated via Google): Samus (Metroid Prime 4): You can
- [Metroid Prime Collection from First 4 Figures Gets Massive Black Friday Discount](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-collection-from-first-4-figures-gets-massive-black-friday-discount/) - United Kingdom and Honk Kong-based collectible company First 4 Figures (F4F) is celebrating Black Friday and Cyber Monday in force, as they have for a limited time slashed the prices of many items in their expansive catalog. Among the various discounts is F4F's collection of Metroid Prime statues, which sees deals across the board until
- [Episode 294 – Recounting the Long Journey to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond](https://omegametroid.com/episode-294-recounting-the-long-journey-to-metroid-prime-4-beyond/) - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is out in EIGHT DAYS. You heard that right folks! The hype has officially kicked into overdrive here at Omega Metroid as this long anticipated release is now just around the corner. To celebrate this grand occasion, we take a trip down memory lane and recount the entire journey that led
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond In-Store Demos Open Across North America](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-in-store-demos-open-across-north-america/) - Various sources from across the internet are reporting that a Metroid Prime 4: Beyond demo is now available on Nintendo Switch 2 kiosks in various retail locations across North America. Reports indicate that the demo, which covers about 20 minutes of the game's prologue, is definitely available in participating Target and Walmart locations. If we
- [New Metroid Plushies Available to Order Online, Samus's Helmet and Morph Ball Up for Grabs!](https://omegametroid.com/new-metroid-plushies-available-to-order-online-samuss-helmet-and-morph-ball-up-for-grabs/) - Attention, Metroid fans! Just in time for the holidays, you have new official Metroid merch available for order! Japanese toy company Tomy has added two new officially licensed Metroid plushies to its Club Mocchi Mocchi line, featuring Samus's Helmet and the Morph Ball, respectively, both with the vibrant colors of the Varia Suit. The plushies
- [My Nintendo Launches Metroid Prime Legacy Sweepstakes for North America](https://omegametroid.com/my-nintendo-launches-metroid-prime-legacy-sweepstakes-for-north-america/) - To celebrate the latest entry in the Metroid Prime saga, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, My Nintendo recently launched a "Metroid Prime Legacy Sweepstakes" for residents of North America. If you live in the United States or Canada (excluding Quebec), you can spend ten My Nintendo Platinum Points to enter to win a "bounty of prizes,"
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Various Areas Showcased in New Video Montage](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyonds-various-areas-showcased-in-new-video-montage/) - Another day, another beautiful montage of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond cinematic footage -- specifically showcasing the six major areas (minus Sol Valley) that we will be exploring on the mysterious planet Viewros. The 35-second montage clip below was posted by Nintendo UK on their X account, and we've grabbed a few screenshots to help underscore
- [Multiple International Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Commercials Debut Online](https://omegametroid.com/multiple-international-metroid-prime-4-beyond-commercials-debut-online/) - Warning: This article contains minor spoilers for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. We had a bit of a deluge of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond ads show up online right as we reached the two-week countdown mark until release. Nintendo of Korea, Nintendo of Japan, and Nintendo UK all posted new Metroid Prime 4: Beyond commercials/TV spots
- [Two Metroid Classics To Be Featured at Awesome Games Done Quick 2026 Speedrunning Marathon](https://omegametroid.com/two-metroid-classics-to-be-featured-at-awesome-games-done-quick-2026-speedrunning-marathon/) - Annual speedrunning marathon Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ) is set to take place from Sunday, January 4th, 2026 to Saturday, January 10th, 2026. For a full seven days, spectators will be able to tune in to the Games Done Quick Twitch channel to see some amazing gaming feats and perhaps a few world records broken.
- [Episode 293 - Reacting to the Overview Trailer, Beyond Previews, and Myles MacKenzie](https://omegametroid.com/episode-293-reacting-to-the-overview-trailer-beyond-previews-and-myles-mackenzie/) - What a week for Metroid fans! We had an absolute ton of new information drop, including the latest Overview trailer for Metroid Prime 4, several previews from mainstream publications go live last Friday, the Japanese Metroid website dropping tons of new information (borderline spoilers, so beware!), and a new threat arising in the Metroid universe
- [Episode 292 - Ranking Our Favorite Bosses in the Metroid Prime Series!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-292-ranking-our-favorite-bosses-in-the-metroid-prime-series/) - With Metroid Prime 4 less than a month away, we're kicking things into gear by looking back and ranking some of our favorite bosses in the Metroid Prime series! From the obvious picks like Metroid Prime and Dark Samus, to Temple Guardians, to corrupted Hunters, and even a sneaky appearance from Metroid Prime Hunters, we're
- [Hollow Knight: Silksong Nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2025](https://omegametroid.com/hollow-knight-silksong-nominated-for-game-of-the-year-at-the-game-awards-2025/) - 2025 is wrapping up, and as is custom for the end of the year, The Game Awards, hosted by Geoff Keighley, are coming up. The nominees for the awards have been announced, and the Metroidvania everyone has been talking about, Hollow Knight: Silksong, is in the running for Game of the Year (GOTY). Here are
- [Bonus Episode – Gooey Plays Metroid Part 3 – Kraid's Lair, Troll Blocks, and a Finale Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-metroid-part-3-kraids-lair-troll-blocks-and-a-finale-qa/) - We are nearing the end of the season! In this episode, Goo fights Kraid and navigates the crazy vertical block room to escape the Brinstar Depths! Our final episode will be on Mother Brain but also a Q&A on the whole game. Leave questions or comments you have for Gooey, Andy, and our trusted map
- [Metroid Musing: Do the Preview Impressions of Myles Mackenzie in Metroid Prime 4 Concern You?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-do-the-preview-impressions-of-myles-mackenzie-in-metroid-prime-4-concern-you/) - On Friday, November 7th, members of the press were flown out to New York by Nintendo to play an extended gameplay session of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Many of those who attended the event loved essentially every aspect of what they played... with one unavoidable blemish -- that being one of the new Galactic Federation
- [New Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Details Revealed on the Game's Japanese Website [SPOILER WARNING]](https://omegametroid.com/new-metroid-prime-4-beyond-details-revealed-on-the-games-japanese-website-spoiler-warning/) - Warning: This article contains spoilers for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Today's Metroid Prime 4: Beyond information dump doesn't stop at the Overview Trailer or the expansive preview coverage. Nintendo also dropped a bunch of exclusive details on the game's Japanese website, including new screenshots, gameplay, and lore details. These include potential SPOILERS for folks who
- [Multiple Gaming Outlets Go Hands-On with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond](https://omegametroid.com/multiple-gaming-outlets-go-hands-on-with-metroid-prime-4-beyond/) - The big Metroid Prime 4: Beyond preview day has finally arrived! Adding to the hype created by the overview trailer released yesterday morning, multiple different news outlets, gaming pundits, and content creators had the chance to test out the preview build of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and share about it. The hands-on demo spanned roughly
- [Nintendo Releases Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Overview Trailer -- Lots of New Details Inside!](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-releases-metroid-prime-4-beyond-overview-trailer-lots-of-new-details-inside/) - Earlier this morning, Nintendo released a brand-new overview trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Over the course of its near-eight-minute runtime, lots of new footage and music is shown off from the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of the game, alongside some voiceover providing additional context. First off, we finally get some names for the locations
- [Nintendo Revs Up the Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Hype Train on Social Media](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-revs-up-the-metroid-prime-4-beyond-hype-train-on-social-media/) - The release of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is only 22 days away -- it's entered "the Milk-Radius," if you will -- and Nintendo's marketing teams are working hard to build anticipation. Earlier this week, in fact, Nintendo of America's official X account invited fans to "navigate the vast land of Viewros" on Samus' new ride
- [RANDOM: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Has Entered the "Milk-Radius"](https://omegametroid.com/random-metroid-prime-4-beyond-has-entered-the-milk-radius/) - Attention Hunters! We have received intel from the Lactic Federation, and we can conclude that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has now entered the mysterious “Milk-Radius”. “What is that????” you might say. Well, do not skim this; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime event where something you deeply want to have is attainable before the milk gets spoiled. That’s
- [EBGames Canada Has A Holographic Art Card Pre-Order Bonus for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond!](https://omegametroid.com/ebgames-canada-has-a-holographic-art-card-pre-order-bonus-for-metroid-prime-4-beyond/) - Attention Hunters! For all those who like pre-order bonuses or collectible items: EBGames in Canada is doing a pre-order bonus that will net you a sick Holographic Art Card of the Metroid Prime 4 key art for free! All you have to do is pre-order either the Switch 1 or Switch 2 version of the
- [ICYMI: Metroid Prime 4 Just Got a New Trailer Titled "Survive"](https://omegametroid.com/icymi-metroid-prime-4-just-got-a-new-trailer-titled-survive/) - One month away from the release of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Nintendo gave fans a new trailer through one of their their famous random Twitter drops. This new 1:12 long trailer features a handful of shots that have been previously released, but is mostly comprised of brand new footage! The overall energy of this trailer
- [Episode 291 - Reviewing Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective + New Metroid Prime 4 Trailer!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-291-reviewing-metroid-prime-1-3-a-visual-retrospective-new-metroid-prime-4-trailer/) - Andy and Doom are back with a whole schwack of Metroid news! First on the docket is going over the new Beyond trailer that just dropped today! We go over and see what new details we can see, and then we transition over to the recently released Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective art book.
- [Update: New Metroid Prime 4 Info and Character Models Released From Nintendo Dream Magazine; Updated With Translation from Shinesparkers](https://omegametroid.com/a-whole-bunch-of-new-metroid-prime-info-and-character-models-just-dropped-in-unofficial-nintendo-magazine-slight-spoilers/) - Update: Shinesparkers has a released a more accurate translation of the Nintendo Dream article that can be found here. This translation was done by Darts over on Twitter and you can find their account here. Original: It's been a little over a month since the last Nintendo Direct where we saw new footage of Metroid
- [Episode 290 – Discussing (and Clarifying) the Recent Metroid Prime 4 Info Dump](https://omegametroid.com/episode-290-discussing-and-clarifying-the-recent-metroid-prime-4-info-dump/) - For those who want an even more accurate assesment of what we discussed today, our friends at Shinesparkers released an article professionally translating the Nintendo Dream article from Japanese to English. This was released the day after we recorded, so it's not brought up in the episode. Most of what we discussed still stands, but
- [Tune In: The "Metroid II: Return of Samus" OST Has Been Added to Nintendo Music!](https://omegametroid.com/tune-in-the-metroid-ii-return-of-samus-ost-has-been-added-to-nintendo-music/) - Tune your dials, and turn off Spotify: in a flurry of other Metroid updates, Nintendo has added the OST for the Game Boy classic Metroid II: Return of Samus to Nintendo Music! The release contains 18 individual tracks, taking around 30 minutes to listen to the full soundtrack. Furthermore, of those 18 tracks, 8 of
- [Check Out These New Metroid Prime 4 Ads, Containing All New Footage!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-these-new-metroid-prime-4-ads-containing-all-new-footage/) - Just recently, two new YouTube shorts appeared on the official Nintendo of America's YouTube page. They may have been delisted since their discovery, but nevertheless they contain juicy new footage! Almost every instant of these ads, despite how short they are, are comprised of completely new footage so spoilers beware. Both of these ads are
- [New NES Metroid Desktop Metal Display Available Through Nintendo's Online Store for NSO Members](https://omegametroid.com/new-nes-metroid-desktop-metal-display-available-through-nintendos-online-store-for-nso-members/) - Attention Hunters! Nintendo recently announced a cool metal desktop display of the cover art of Metroid on the NES. If you’re big into collecting or just have a love for all things Metroid as we do here, then now’s the time to check it out! You can check it out here, but heads up - there
- [Episode 289 - MercurySteam Accused of Crunch, Horrible Working Conditions; Our Thoughts](https://omegametroid.com/episode-289-mercurysteam-accused-of-crunch-horrible-working-conditions-our-thoughts/) - Unfortunately, we don't have the most fun episode in the world today, but an incredibly important episode. As reported by Shinesparkers, and then subsequently followed up on again in a later report, acclaimed Metroid Dread developers MercurySteam have been accused by several former employees of fostering a culture of crunch, exploitation, and horrible working conditions.
- [Omega Metroid's Metroid: Zero Mission & Metroid Fusion Video Walkthroughs Available Now!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroids-metroid-zero-mission-metroid-fusion-video-walkthroughs-available-now/) - Got a hankering for a quick 100% run of Metroid Zero Mission? Maybe you want to immerse yourself into the atmosphere of the BSL spaceship one more time? Then Omega Metroid is the place for you! We now have video walkthroughs of both Metroid Zero Mission and Metroid Fusion uploaded and available! Whether you're trying
- [Bonus Episode – Gooey Plays Metroid Part 2 - Screw Attack, Ridley, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-metroid-part-2-screw-attack-ridley-and-more/) - In episode 2 of Gooey Plays Metroid, Goo takes on Norfair and Ridley! As always, be sure to send us any questions you have for Gooey or Andy on the original Metroid. We will answer all of them in our final episode. Also, let us know what other Metroid games you'd like Gooey to take
- [Episode 288 - Answering Your Silksong Questions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-288-answering-your-silksong-questions/) - Get ready for a SOLO SPITERI episode, as Andy is by himself this week talking about Hollow Knight: Silksong! We asked for your questions, and you delivered, so we get to touch on a bunch of different topics, including: what do we think Hollow Knight did better than Silksong and vice versa? What was Andy's
- [Episode 287 - Ranking the Best 2D-to-3D Enemy Translations in Metroid!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-287-ranking-the-best-2d-to-3d-enemy-translations-in-metroid/) - We're back and battling through technical difficulties to bring you a really weird episode we've wanted to do for a while: ranking the best enemy transitions from 2D Metroid to 3D Metroid! As you'd expect, there's a lot of Metroid Prime Trilogy baddies here, but we also give a lot of love to Other M
- [Episode 286 – Metroid Prime 4 Fan Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-286-metroid-prime-4-fan-qa/) - Last week after deep diving into the recent Metroid Prime 4: Beyond trailer frame-by-frame, we asked you the listeners to give us your lingering questions about the game following the latest info dump. Spoiler alert; YOU DELIVERED! Today, you're in charge of the show as we answer nearly every one of the questions you asked
- [Episode 285 - Metroid Prime 4 Frame-By-Frame Trailer Breakdown, Theories, and Analysis!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-285-metroid-prime-4-frame-by-frame-trailer-breakdown-theories-and-analysis/) - After a few days to digest everything, we are back and pouring through the latest Metroid Prime 4: Beyond trailer frame-by-frame to see what kind of secrets we can uncover! We go over some of the bike animations, dismiss the bad faith critiques about the desert, notice the bike upgrades and missile details on the
- [Bonus Episode - Gooey Plays Metroid For The First Time! (PART 1)](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-gooey-plays-metroid-for-the-first-time-part-1/) - Welcome to the very first episode our brand new series, Gooey Plays Metroid! Gooey Fame, who Omega listeners might know from our Alien In Review subseries, Zelda Dungeon, and Flashback 64 podcast, takes Andy and the listeners along for the ride as they play Metroid (1986) for the very first time. Let us know what
- [Episode 284 – Reacting to Samus's Sick Bike and the Nintendo Direct](https://omegametroid.com/episode-284-reacting-to-samuss-sick-bike-and-the-nintendo-direct/) - WOW, what a day! Yesterday the much anticipated September Nintendo Direct premiered, giving us a glimpse at Nintendo's plans leading into Spring 2026. Included in that Direct, as expected was more information on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and INFORMATION WE GOT INDEED! We finally got a glimpse at the game's scope with it's open zones,
- [Here Are Some Beautiful Screenshots of Vi-O-La, Viewros, and More From Nintendo's Press Site!](https://omegametroid.com/here-are-some-beautiful-screenshots-vi-o-la-viewros-and-more-from-nintendos-press-site/) - With Metroid Prime 4 fiiiiinally getting a release date in the latest Direct, I took anther stroll back to Nintendo’s Press site to download several more gorgeous screenshots of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond! Check it out and enjoy!
- [Added: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Pricing Information and Pre-Orders Are Live!](https://omegametroid.com/added-metroid-prime-4-beyond-pricing-information-and-pre-orders-are-live/) - The day has finally arrived, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is slated for release on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 December 4th, 2026, check out our other article on the release specifically here: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Releases for Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 on December 4th, 2025 The Switch 2 version of the game will
- [Sylux, Samus, and Her Motorcycle Set To Get amiibo Figures](https://omegametroid.com/sylux-samus-and-her-motorcycle-set-to-get-amiibo-figures/) - In addition to the release date of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, we got the pleasant surprise that the release will be supported with three different amiibo figures! Samus, complete with her "psychic helmet" in a similar Varia Suit design as Metroid Dread will release on November 6th, 2025, alongside Samus in her (as of this
- [Meet Vi-O-La: Watch The Latest Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Trailer Here!](https://omegametroid.com/meet-vi-o-la-watch-the-latest-metroid-prime-4-beyond-trailer-here/) - In today's Nintendo Direct, we finally received a new trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, with an official release date: December 4th, 2025! In the trailer, Samus can be seen driving a newly revealed motorcycle, called Vi-O-La, through an open desert area. A new look at the gameplay, including what appears to be a new
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Releases for Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 on December 4th, 2025](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-releases-for-nintendo-switch-1-and-2-on-december-4th-2025/) - There it is! We finally have our date, and thankfully, Metroid Prime 4 is still locked in for a 2025 release. As announced in today's Nintendo Direct, December 4th is the day fans can finally get their hands on this title. A new trailer, amiibo, and more were shown, which we will break down on
- [Episode 283 – Hollow Knight: Inspired By Metroid (Part 2)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-283-hollow-knight-inspired-by-metroid-part-2/) - After a technical snafu caused the episode to be delayed a day the fellas are finally back to finish their discussion about Hollow Knight! We talk about the music and its impact on the ambience, go over each area and discuss what we liked about them, gush about the incredible platforming found in the White
- [Episode 282 - Hollow Knight: Inspired By Metroid (Part 1)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-282-hollow-knight-inspired-by-metroid-part-1/) - With the impending release of the insanely anticipated Silksong tomorrow, we thought it was finally time to deliver the single most requested episode in the history of the Omega Metroid Podcast: Hollow Knight: Inspired By Metroid! In fact, this episode was so massive, we are breaking it up into two parts, with part 2 coming
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking GRAND FINALE- Phendrana Drifts + Sanctuary Fortress + Brinstar (Super Metroid)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-grand-finale-phendrana-drifts-sanctuary-fortress-brinstar-super-metroid/) - Welcome back... for the FINAL TIME... to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month is the end of the road, the final stop in the journey, and the finale of this 2.5+ year long ranking! I
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Itorash (Dread) + Area 8 (Samus Returns) + Sector 3 PRY (Fusion)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-itorash-dread-area-8-samus-returns-sector-3-pry-fusion/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Hunter Patron Craig as we rank the FINAL THREE AREAS... before the final three! We are tackling areas that house some of the
- [Episode 281 - ROM Hack Reviews: Super Metroid X-Fusion](https://omegametroid.com/episode-281-rom-hack-reviews-super-metroid-x-fusion/) - It's the first new (and free!) ROM Hack Reviews in years, and not a moment too soon, as Andy and Doom are discussing what could arguably be called the most anticipated Metroid ROM Hack of all time: Super Metroid X-Fusion! Billed as the first ever Cross Hack between (you guessed it) Super and Metroid Fusion,
- [Hollow Knight: Silksong Gets September 4th Release Date](https://omegametroid.com/hollow-knight-silksong-gets-september-4th-release-date/) - Today, Team Cherry released a special announcement trailer showing off their highly anticipated sequel to Hollow Knight, Hollow Knight: Silksong. After seven years of waiting, the game finally has a release date of September 4th. The video began by showing gameplay of Silksong, with a focus on the various new movement mechanics and the
- [Episode 280 – Definitively Ranking Metroid Prime Hunters](https://omegametroid.com/episode-280-definitively-ranking-metroid-prime-hunters/) - Definitive Ranking returns! This time around, we're examining the single-player campaign of Metroid Prime Hunters. We cover the good, the bad, and the ugly, as we cover the cool character designs, awesome weapons, lacklustre boss battles, OST, and the make-or-break point of the game: those darn stylus controls! Come play along, and as always, here’s
- [Episode 279 – Metroid Manga in Review: Samus & Joey EX (Part 2)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-279-metroid-manga-in-review-samus-joey-ex-part-2/) - There is absolutely no time to waste, as this week, we finish off the Samus & Joey saga after 18 months and say goodbye to these characters we've grown to (sometimes begrudgingly) love. We pick up where we left off last week, with Samus, Joey, and Diesel preparing for the final battle against Greed and
- [Episode 278 – Metroid Manga in Review: Samus & Joey EX (Part 1)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-278-metroid-manga-in-review-samus-joey-ex-part-1/) - Metroid Manga In Review is back as we prepare to finish off the Samus & Joey saga! This was a story so big and action packed, we had to split it into TWO PARTS, so we're ending things next week, but for this week, we follow our heroes as they attempt to re-acquire all of
- [Highly Anticipated Super Metroid x Metroid Fusion Crossover ROM Hack "Super Metroid: X-Fusion" Is Available Now!](https://omegametroid.com/highly-anticipated-super-metroid-x-metroid-fusion-crossover-rom-hack-super-metroid-x-fusion-is-available-now/) - For those who enjoy Metroid ROM hacks, the day has finally come. A project over 10 YEARS in the making has finally released. After much anticipation, Super Metroid: X-Fusion by Metaquarius is complete. A total conversion hack of Super Metroid, Super Metroid: X-Fusion uses Metroid Fusion assets to tell a different spin of Metroid Fusion's
- [Episode 277 - Ranking Every Intro Boss in the Metroid Series!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-277-ranking-every-intro-boss-in-the-metroid-series/) - Get ready for a SOLO SPITERI show today as everyone else is away working or on vacation, but don't worry, we're still bringing the Metroid heat! On the docket today is going through and ranking every "Intro Boss" in the series. We're defining Intro Boss as the first boss you visit in the first area
- [Episode 276 – How Metroid DEFIES the Games Industry](https://omegametroid.com/episode-276-how-metroid-defies-the-games-industry-feat-joey-ferris/) - It's been a devastating month for the games industry; Unprecedanted amounts of layoffs in such a short period of time, multiple anticipated titles cancelled and some of the most tone deaf consolations from various people in power have understandably left a lot of us feeling empty. But in spite of the bleakness surrounding the games
- [Super Metroid and Metroid: Zero Mission Will Be Raced at Summer Games Done Quick 2025!](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-and-metroid-zero-mission-will-be-raced-at-summer-games-done-quick-2025/) - It's that time of year again, where the sun is beating down, the popsicles are fresh from the freezer... and the awesome team over at Summer Games Done Quick (or SGDQ, for short) has put together their annual warm-weathered event! For those who might not know, Summer Games Done Quick is an annual sister show
- [Episode 275 - Alien In Review: The Beginning of Everything in Prometheus!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-275-alien-in-review-the-beginning-of-everything-in-prometheus/) - After almost a calendar year, Alien In Review is BACK! Andy Spiteri, Gooey Fame, and Ridley Scott, returning for the first time to the franchise he created over 30 years prior to this films release! We are reviewing the earliest chronological entry into the series, 2012's Prometheus! A ambitious, philosophical movie that asks big questions
- [Episode 274 - Arsenal Evolution: The History of the Morph Ball](https://omegametroid.com/episode-274-arsenal-evolution-the-history-of-the-morph-ball/) - We are debuting a NEW SHOW SEGMENT this month called Arsenal Evolution, a show that takes both an in-game and real-world look at the evolution, history, and fanfare of different abilities and power-ups for Samus. We thought it was only appropriate to talk about an ability that has become synonymous with Samus herself, and has
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Tourian (Zero Mission) + Mining Facility (AM2R) + Bion (Federation Force)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-tourian-zero-mission-mining-facility-am2r-bion-federation-force/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I'm joined by the one and only Doominal Crossing, as we cover three rocky areas: Zero Mission's reimagined home of the Space Pirate leader Mother Brain,
- [New Super Metroid + Metroid Fusion NSO Icons Available Throughout July](https://omegametroid.com/new-super-metroid-metroid-fusion-nso-icons-available-throughout-july/) - For this month only in the Mission & Rewards section of NSO, you can redeem Nintendo Platinum points for some cool Super Metroid and Metroid Fusion account icons! There are six from each game for a total of twelve, including Samus poses, Ridley, Kraid, Core-X, among others: https://bsky.app/profile/iconsnso.bsky.social/post/3lsujbzyy3c2p https://bsky.app/profile/iconsnso.bsky.social/post/3lsujanoodk2p Each icon goes individually for 10
- [Metroid Musing: Would You Want A Top-Down Metroid Game?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-would-you-want-a-top-down-metroid-game/) - Metroid was born as a 2D side scrolling game, while years later, Metroid Prime revolutionized the formula by adapting the gameplay to a 3D first person perspective. But is there room for a third perspective? With game development costs and cycles forever on the rise, a new top-down or isometric style Metroid could be a
- [Metroid Musing: Could Metroid Take Anything Away From Donkey Kong Bananza?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-could-metroid-take-anything-away-from-donkey-kong-bananza/) - Donkey Kong is one of the few Nintendo IP's that is older than Metroid, and as we’ve seen from trailers and gameplay of Donkey Kong Bananza, Nintendo is not afraid to push the envelope of that game with flashy new abilities. So where does this leave Metroid? Even though most Donkey Kong games couldn’t be
- [Episode 273 - Shadow Labyrinth Demo Impressions: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-273-shadow-labyrinth-demo-impressions-inspired-by-metroid/) - One of the most intriguing Metroidvania’s in recent years has to be the announcement of Bandai Namco’s Shadow Labyrinth, not only because it looks cool, but because it’s a wildly different take on the standard Pac-Man genre. Yes, that Pac-Man, the one who eats pucks and runs away from ghosts! Reimagined as a gritty Metroidvania, this game
- [We're Streaming Some of Upcoming Pac-Man Metroidvania "Shadow Labyrinth" on June 20th and GIVING AWAY Demo Codes!](https://omegametroid.com/were-streaming-some-of-upcoming-pac-man-metroidvania-shadow-labyrinth-on-june-20th-and-giving-away-demo-codes/) - One of the most intriguing Metroidvania's in recent years has to be the announcement of Bandai Namco's Shadow Labyrinth, not only because it looks cool, but because it's a wildly different take on the standard Pac-Man genre. Yes, that Pac-Man, the one who eats pucks and runs away from ghosts! Reimagined as a gritty Metroidvania, this game
- [Metroid Musing: After Being A More Traditionally Stoic Character, Did You Enjoy Samus Screaming At Raven Beak?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-after-being-a-more-traditionally-stoic-character-did-you-enjoy-samus-screaming-at-raven-beak/) - Samus has always been a (mostly) silent protagonist. Traveling the galaxy while letting her actions peak louder than words ever could. Her calm, collected, and stoic demeanor is as stalwart as the armor she wears, but that isn't to say she's an emotionless ice queen. Showing grief and anger over the deaths of the GF
- [Metroid Musing: If Samus Returns Were to Be Ported to The Switch, What Additional Content Could It Have?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-if-samus-returns-were-to-be-ported-to-the-switch-what-additional-content-could-it-have/) - It is no secret that, throughout the Switch’s lifecycle, ports of other game’s have thrived, often in way’s their original releases could never have dreamed of. By far, the most well known of these ports is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, which has vastly outsold it’s original release, and has become the best selling Switch game,
- [Episode 272 - Sector 1 Biosphere: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-272-sector-1-biosphere-mapping-metroid/) - Mapping Metroid is back, and we're going somewhere we've never went before: The Bottle Ship! That's right, after years and years of this podcast, we're finally covering an area from Metroid: Other M, and we're starting off with the sprawling and creepy Sector 1 Biosphere! We cover all the grand rooms in the area, discuss
- [Episode 271 - Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World First Impressions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-271-nintendo-switch-2-mario-kart-world-first-impressions/) - After a long and turbulent road to get here, Nintendo’s latest console is finally here! We talk about our first impressions for the Nintendo Switch 2, how picking it up went, our thoughts on the screen, how the Joy-Con 2’s feel, express disappointment in the eShop being a disaster still, what we think of Mario
- [Episode 270 - Ranking Our Ten Favorite Switch Games!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-270-ranking-our-ten-favorite-switch-games/) - With the Switch 2 launching imminently, we decided to pay homage to the Nintendo Switch, one of the great Nintendo consoles of all time, and rank our top ten favorite games! From the obvious picks like Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Smash Ultimate, to titles we advocate for like Pikmin 4,
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Ridley's Lair (Zero Mission) + Alinos (Hunters) + Cryosphere (Other M)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-ridleys-lair-zero-mission-alinos-hunters-cryosphere-other-m/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by my lovely wife Samantha for the second month in a row to discuss a handful of areas, including Ridley's Lair from Metroid: Zero
- [Episode 269 - Doominal's Metroid Story!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-269-doominals-metroid-story/) - This week on the pod is something a little different. Andy is out sick and we already released a Patreon episode the previous week, so rather than doing two in a row, Doominal Crossing decided to take the pilot's seat for a special story time session. In this episode, Doom talks about his entire history
- [Episode 268 - ROM Hack Reviews - Super Metroid: Federation Force](https://omegametroid.com/episode-268-rom-hack-reviews-super-metroid-federation-force/) - Andy and Doom weren't able to get together to produce a new episode, so we put put to a Discord vote and you selected for this week's show a blast from the past! ROM Hack Reviews returns just in time to send off 2022 the right way! This month, two Metroid games are being smashed
- [Metroid Musing: Would An Open-World Metroid Game Really Be That Different Than A Traditional Metroidvania?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-would-an-open-world-metroid-game-really-be-that-different-than-a-traditional-metroidvania/) - I know, I know, some Metroid fans shudder at the idea of our favorite franchise losing its identity and falling victim to the mainstream appeal of open-world gaming, but I’m here to suggest that Metroid has been somewhat adjacent to the open-world concept since the beginning. Now no one is going to confuse the original
- [Episode 267 - Definitively Ranking AM2R (Another Metroid II Remake)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-267-definitively-ranking-am2r-another-metroid-ii-remake/) - Definitive Ranking returns! This week, we're examining Milton Guasti's Another Metroid II Remake, or AM2R, the fan game so unbelievably good we can rank it on the same level as official Metroid games! We're going through and ranking it by the same standards as we would an official Nintendo-made Metroid game, talking about the boss
- [Episode 266 - Logbook Archives: The History, Factions, and Future of the Galactic Federation!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-266-logbook-archives-the-history-factions-and-future-of-the-galactic-federation/) - We're back with another episode of Logbook Archives, our lore-centric series, and this week, we're examining the most important - and mysterious - faction in the Metroid universe: the Galactic Federation! Little is known about this organization, but we go over and cover everything we know, starting with the history and formation, through the Prime
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Sector 2 TRO + Industrial Complex (AM2R) + Area 5 (Samus Returns)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-sector-2-tro-industrial-complex-am2r-area-5-samus-returns/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by my lovely wife (and renowned Metroid fan) Samantha to discuss a slew of terrific 2D areas: the overgrown and infested Sector 2 TRO
- [Episode 265 - Metroid Prime 4 Fan Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-265-metroid-prime-4-fan-qa/) - After all the chaos of the last few weeks, we thought we'd better open it up to our listeners to see what was on their minds! We asked you for your questions, and you delivered in this weeks Q&A, so buckle in! We're covering topics like: what will Samus's red and black suit functionality be
- [Episode 264 - Our Theories on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Story! (Part 2)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-264-our-theories-on-metroid-prime-4-beyonds-story-part-2/) - Andy is out this week on the pod, meaning Dak and Doom are here to take the wheel! Last week, we discussed the Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Nintendo Treehouse demo in great detail to fully analyze its contents. This week, we gathered ALL of the official info on the game we could find; from gameplay
- [Paying Homage To A Fallen Hunter: Honoring My Father's Legacy](https://omegametroid.com/paying-homage-to-a-fallen-hunter-honoring-my-fathers-legacy/) - They say never meet your heroes. As far back as I can remember, my dad was shoving a SNES controller into my palms. He introduced me to a variety of worlds I could escape to. There were princesses to save, mine carts to ride, and a plethora of baddies to slay along the way.
- [Episode 263 - Analyzing the Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Treehouse Footage!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-263-analyzing-the-metroid-prime-4-beyond-treehouse-footage-2/) - Andy and Doom return after another crazy week of news updates regarding Switch 2 pre-orders, tariffs, and games! We sort through it all and then take a look in depth at the Treehouse footage from last week, talking about the amazing opening cinematic, the text crawl, the standoff between Samus and Sylux, the artifact, and
- [Episode 263 - Analyzing the Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Treehouse Footage!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-263-analyzing-the-metroid-prime-4-beyond-treehouse-footage/) - Andy and Doom return after another crazy week of news updates regarding Switch 2 pre-orders, tariffs, and games! We sort through it all and then take a look in depth at the Treehouse footage from last week, talking about the amazing opening cinematic, the text crawl, the standoff between Samus and Sylux, the artifact, and
- [Episode 262 - Our Hands-On Impressions of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and the Switch 2!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-262-our-hands-on-impressions-of-metroid-prime-4-beyond-and-the-switch-2/) - What a crazy week it has been. We have no time to waste, so we kick off the show with some talk about our thoughts on the price of the Switch 2, Mario Kart World, and the pre-orders being delayed in North America (Canadian pre-orders had not been delayed at the time of recording). After
- [Here's The Full Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Switch 2 Edition Nintendo Treehouse Livestream!](https://omegametroid.com/heres-the-full-metroid-prime-4-beyond-switch-2-edition-nintendo-treehouse-livestream/) - In case you missed it and didn't want to sit through the entire Nintendo Treehouse live stream today, we've ripped the footage as it pertains to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and uploaded it here for everyone to enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh71G4MGVjU Among the many (many) great details packed into this footage, we see an extended look at
- [Metroid Musing: Does Metroid Zero Mission Capture the Spirit of the Original's Atmosphere?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-does-metroid-zero-mission-capture-the-spirit-of-the-originals-atmosphere/) - In 2004, Nintendo released Metroid Zero Mission, which was not only a remake of the first Metroid game on the NES, but served as a drastic reimagining of the game, making some entire sections completely unrecognizable. For a game like Metroid (NES), it might be considered a plus, with it's vast repeating rooms often being
- [Check Out This Graphical Comparison Between Metroid Prime 4's Switch 1 and Switch 2 Editions](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-graphical-comparison-between-metroid-prime-4s-switch-1-and-switch-2-editions/) - With the dust settling on the Switch 2 Direct yesterday, we know now for sure that, as many people have suspected, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has it's own Switch 2 Edition! The segment for Metroid Prime 4 didn't last too long, just a little over 30 seconds, but most of it's content lines up well
- [Episode 261 – Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Live Reaction + Discussion!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-261-nintendo-switch-2-direct-live-reaction-discussion/) - WOW! Today was the day that Nintendo fans have been waiting for: The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, and boy what a show we got! After months of anticipation since the January 18th reveal of the console and a lower key Switch 1 Direct last week to briefly tide us over, Nintendo finally delivered the megaton
- [Here Are Even More Beautiful Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Switch 2 Edition Screenshots, Artwork, and Boxart!](https://omegametroid.com/here-are-even-more-beautiful-metroid-prime-4-beyond-switch-2-edition-screenshots-artwork-and-boxart/) - After recovering enough to function after the blowaway great Switch 2 Direct, I took anther stroll back to Nintendo’s Press site to download several more gorgeous screenshots of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, but this time, from the Switch 2 Edition! I also found the official boxart, as well as some incredible artwork. Check it out
- [Nintendo GameCube Titles Being Added Exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2's NSO + Expansion Pass - No Metroid Prime Games Announced (Yet!)](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-gamecube-titles-being-added-exclusively-on-nintendo-switch-2s-nso-expansion-pass-no-metroid-prime-games-announced-yet/) - There were so many cool announcements during todays Direct that it's hard to keep up with them all, but one very special announcement was the reveal that finally, FINALLY, Nintendo Games are headed to NSO, albeit, NSO + Expansion Pack. This will be a feature exclusive to the Switch 2 NSO, and as of this
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Will Appear At Nintendo Treehouse Live, Streaming April 3rd and 4th](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-will-appear-at-nintendo-treehouse-live-streaming-april-3rd-and-4th/) - During today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation, Nintendo confirmed that various games will be shown in their Treehouse streams over the next several days. Among those games confirmed to show up was Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and specifically, the Switch 2 edition. No schedule has currently been released for when everything be shown, but we
- [Nintendo Switch 2 Will Launch June 5th, 2025, Selling For $449.99 USD For the Base Model; Pre-Orders Live on April 9th](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-switch-2-will-launch-june-5th-2025-selling-for-449-99-usd-for-the-base-model-pre-orders-live-on-april-9th/) - After quite possibly the most anticipated Nintendo Direct in the company's history, Nintendo has finally unveiled both the price and launch date for Nintendo Switch 2! Nintendo has confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5, 2025 worldwide, and will release for a launch price of $499.99 USD! Additionally, Nintendo has provided
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is Officially a Cross-Gen Title, With Switch 2 Enhancements!](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-is-officially-a-cross-gen-title-with-switch-2-enhancements/) - In case you missed the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct this morning, one of the burning questions that's been on the mind of Metroid fans for month, if not years, was finally answered: Metroid Prime 4 WILL be a cross-gen title, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version launching in addition to the baseline Switch game! The
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: G.F.S. Olympus & Norion + Oubliette + Norfair (NES)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-g-f-s-olympus-norion-oubliette-norfair-nes/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by new Omega Metroid staff writer Metroda to go over a couple of different areas with really nothing in common! We start off with
- [Episode 260 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Latest Trailer: Our Reactions and Analysis](https://omegametroid.com/episode-260-metroid-prime-4-beyonds-latest-trailer-our-reactions-and-analysis/) - WHOA! Well, in the span of 24 hours, we had a surprise Nintendo Direct announcement that promised to showcase Switch 1 titles, so of course, we all buckled up for the latest Metroid Prime 4 news, and the Direct delivered! While the overall quality of the Direct itself was debatable at best, the trailer shown
- [Check Out Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Boxart, Key Art, and a Whole Bunch of Gorgeous Official Screenshots!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-metroid-prime-4-beyonds-boxart-key-art-and-a-whole-bunch-of-gorgeous-official-screenshots/) - With the latest trailer for the highly anticipated Metroid Prime 4: Beyond dropping earlier today, I took a stroll over to Nintendo’s Press site to download a bunch of gorgeous screenshots of the game. I also found the official boxart, as well as some incredible artwork. Check it out and enjoy!
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Gets a New Trailer; Psychic Abilities Revealed, Though No Release Date Given](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-gets-a-new-trailer-physic-abilities-revealed-though-no-release-date-given/) - It took a long time, but we finally have our next look at Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and this time, we got a bit of a more detailed look into some of the new gameplay mechanics. The trailer started off by introducing us to the planet Viewros, a planet Samus was "unexpectedly transported to", before
- [Metroid Musing: Which Prime Game Will Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Take the Most Inspiration From?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-which-prime-game-will-metroid-prime-4-beyond-take-the-most-inspiration-from/) - After 18 years since the last mainline Metroid Prime release, Metroid Prime 4, now titled Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, is finally releasing this year! While many Metroid fans, like myself, are excited to play a brand new entry in the series, with almost no information known about the game (other than the gameplay reveal trailer),
- [Episode 259 - Our Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Predictions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-259-our-nintendo-switch-2-direct-predictions/) - It's almost here! We are one week away from the Switch 2 Direct, and we are full of thoughts, hopes, and predictions! Andy and Doom are out and talking about what they want to see and what they expect to see next week on April 2nd! We go over features for the console, NSO additions,
- [Episode 258 - Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-258-bo-path-of-the-teal-lotus-inspired-by-metroid/) - Inspired By Metroid returns this week, as Andy and Zach get together to talk about a game somewhat light on Metroid references, but one with a deep connection to our community! Acclaimed developer of AM2R Milton Guasti joined Squid Shock Studios to make the wonderful Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus, a Metroidvania that could
- [Episode 257 - Definitively Ranking Metroid Prime: Federation Force](https://omegametroid.com/episode-257-definitively-ranking-metroid-prime-federation-force/) - After a long layoff, Definitive Ranking returns, and this time we have our work cut out for us! We are tasked with ranking the most un-Metroid Metroid game there is, 2016's multiplayer spinoff Federation Force! We give the game it's due while talking about the deep customization options and solid gameplay and level design, while
- [Episode 256 - G.F.S. Olympus & Norion: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-356-g-f-s-olympus-norion-mapping-metroid/) - The gang are finally back for a new episode after the Omega Metroid Marathon (and a few technical difficulties recording yesterday!) and we don't waste any time jumping right back into the thick of things! Mapping Metroid returns to tackle a two in one special area from Metroid Prime 3: The G.F.S. Olympus and planet
- [Episode 255 - Metroid Trivia + Name That Metroid Tune!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-255-metroid-trivia-name-that-metroid-tune/) - We have another segment live from the Omega Metroid Marathon before we get back into the swing of things next month! We have not one but TWO Trivia segments from the Marathon, with the entire Omega Metroid team competing against each other for the victory! Our pal Kiwi Talkz hosts the first Metroid Trivia segments,
- [Licensed Phazon Suit Statue from First 4 Figures Now Available to Pre-Order](https://omegametroid.com/licensed-phazon-suit-statue-from-first-4-figures-now-available-to-pre-order/) - Licensed figure and statue maker First 4 Figures has announced their next addition to their Metroid product line, a PVC Phazon Suit statue from Metroid Prime. The Phazon Suit statue is 11″ tall and shows Samus on top of a blackened base modeled after the iconic Screw Attack logo. There are 3 different editions of the statue being
- [The Omega Metroid Charity Marathon Raises $2310 for The Trevor Project, Tripling Original Fundraising Goal!](https://omegametroid.com/the-omega-metroid-charity-marathon-raises-2310-for-the-trevor-project-tripling-original-fundraising-goal/) - The Omega Metroid Marathon 2025 has come and went, and what an incredible time it was! We played every Metroid game (and then some!), had a ton of fun on stream, learned new things and streaming techniques, and most importantly, raised $2310 (!!!) for The Trevor Project, more than TRIPLE our original goal of $750!
- [Episode 254 - An Exclusive Interview with AM2R Creator Milton "DoctorM64" Guasti!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-254-an-exclusive-interview-with-am2r-creator-milton-doctorm64-guasti/) - The Omega Metroid Marathon is officially over, and after a fantastic but exhausting week, we're taking the week to recharge. Fear not though - this week will be a special treat, as in audio form is Andy's interview with AM2R creator Milton "DoctorM64" Guasti! Milton offers his thoughts, perspective, and memories making AM2R as we
- [Watch the Omega Metroid Charity Marathon 2025 Here, Raising Money for The Trevor Project!](https://omegametroid.com/watch-the-omega-metroid-charity-marathon-2025-here-raising-money-for-the-trevor-project/) - Watch | About | Donate | Schedule | Games | Team & Guests Watch https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1LzeezjWRVAfrnEysiCRugLbKS3EFwsJ&si=CG6Y8mDrbHLeBt3x About We are incredibly excited and proud to announce the OMEGA METROID CHARITY MARATHON, streaming exclusively on YouTube channel from February 12th to 16th in support of The Trevor Project. Every Metroid game will be played, there will be
- [Episode 253 - Detailing the Omega Metroid Charity Marathon 2025!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-253-detailing-the-omega-metroid-charity-marathon-2025/) - In case you missed it, we announced the first Omega Metroid Marathon, raising money for the Trevor Project and streaming exclusively on Omega Metroid's YouTube channel. In this episode, we detail what our cause is about, what games we'll be playing during the event, what special guests you can expect to see, every fun gimmick
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Hanubia (Dread) + Bottle Ship Main Sector + Talvania (Federation Force)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-hanubia-dread-bottle-ship-main-sector-talvania-federation-force/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Omega Metroid Team Member Griffen Olney to discuss three very different areas: the penultimate area in Metroid Dread, the surface of ZDR, Hanubia;
- [Episode 252 - Ranking Every Title Screen in the Metroid Series!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-252-ranking-every-title-screen-in-the-metroid-series/) - We've got a really fun episode this week! In the aftermath of the Switch 2 news, we're kicking it back to Metroid and ranking every single title theme in the series! We talk the logos, the music, the gameplay, and the menus until we nail it down to the best of the best! Shout out
- [Episode 251 - Nintendo Switch 2 Revealed: Our Thoughts and Reactions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-251-nintendo-switch-2-revealed-our-thoughts-and-reactions/) - In case you've been living under a rock, Nintendo released a, what has to be described as lackadaisical, video revealing the successor the the Switch: the aptly named Nintendo Switch 2! We go over the info we have, discuss the mouse-Joycons, talk about some of the QOL improvements, discuss the magnetic Joycon connectors, give our
- [Episode 250 - Animal Well: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-250-animal-well-inspired-by-metroid/) - Inspired By Metroid returns! In this episode, Andy and Gooey Fame are taking a look at one of the most unique Metroidvania's to come out in some time: Animal Well! This game, developed solo by Billy Basso, has you controlling an unnamed blob navigating a dense and rich world full of secrets, challenges, and, well,
- [Episode 249 - Samus's Percentages: What Will Switch 2's Cost, Launch Window, and Features Be?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-249-samuss-percentages-what-will-switch-2s-cost-launch-window-and-features-be/) - After a long layoff, everyone's favorite gameshow SAMUS'S PERCENTAGES returns! The premise is simple: we make a statement and give a percentage on how likely to be true that statement is, 100% being a certainty, 0% being an impossibility. This week, we're focused on the Switch 2, with Samus's Percentages like: Does Metroid Prime 4
- [Episode 248 - Looking Back At Metroid in 2024; Looking Ahead To 2025!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-248-looking-back-at-metroid-in-2024-looking-ahead-to-2025/) - Another year has passed by, and while there was no new Metroid games released in 2024, you can't say it was a quiet year for our favorite franchise! Zero Mission made its way to NSO, rumors of the Switch 2 dominated the year, and after 7 long years, we finally saw Metroid Prime 4! We
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Area 7 (Samus Returns) + Temple Grounds + Brinstar (NEStroid)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-area-7-samus-returns-temple-grounds-brinstar-nestroid/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Zelda Dungeon Editor-in-Chief Rod Lloyd to discuss three areas, each from different eras of the series! First up in Samus Return's Area 7,
- [Episode 247 - Ridley's Origins, Metroid 6 Ideas, Switch 2 Leaks, and More in Fan Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-247-ridleys-origins-metroid-6-ideas-switch-2-leaks-and-more-in-fan-qa/) - Join us for our last episode of 2024 this week as we cover a whole bevvy of topics: the latest Switch 2 leaks, what we thought of this years Game Awards and if there were any cool games that caught our eye, and a bunch of fan questions! We covered a pretty wide selection of
- [Episode 246 - Metroid Scrolls Six: ROM Hack Reviews (PATREON UNLOCK)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-246-metroid-scrolls-six-rom-hack-reviews-patreon-unlock/) - We're back with another ROM Hack, and this time, we're goin somewhere we've never gone before: the Game Boy Advance! In this Metroid: Zero Mission ROM Hack, programmers Conner, OneOf99, CaptGlitch, and JRP push Metroid into the realm of magic and dragons with Metroid: Scrolls Six! This hack has an amazing original soundtrack and everything
- [Check Out This Awesome Cover of the Omega Metroid Podcast Theme!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-awesome-cover-of-the-omega-metroid-podcast-theme/) - If you've been listening to our podcast recently, you are probably familiar with our podcast's theme by our very own Doominal Crossing (which - cheap plug! - you can download for free right here!). It's a Metroid Prime-style song with inspirations from Chozo Ruins and played by Synamax, featuring Lacey Johnson on guitars. It's become
- [Episode 245 - Torvus Bog: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-245-torvus-bog-mapping-metroid/) - Our Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Anniversary month draws to a close this week as we take a deep dive (get it?) into one of the most atmospheric and haunting areas in the game: Torvus Bog! We examine the three distinct parts - upper Torvus Bog, Subterranean, and Dark Torvus Bog - and talk about our
- [Episode 244 – (RE)Definitively Ranking Metroid Prime 2!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-244-re-definitively-ranking-metroid-prime-2/) - As November comes to a close, so does our month-long coverage on the 20th anniversary of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. To conclude this month of content, we're busting out an old gem from the early days of the Definitive Ranking series - WITH A TWIST! Echoes was ranked before Doominal Crossing joined the podcast, meaning
- [Official Art Book 'Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective' Announced, Releasing 2025](https://omegametroid.com/official-art-book-metroid-prime-1-3-a-visual-retrospective-announced-releasing-2025/) - Today, in a surprise announcement, the offical Twitter account for Piggyback announced a major collaboration with Nintendo that will surely excite Metroid fans! Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective is an in-depth history of the making of the Metroid Prime Trilogy, including Metroid Prime Remastered, showcasing over two decades worth of concept art and high
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Chozo Ruins + Crateria (Zero Mission) + Surface/GFS Thoth (AM2R)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-chozo-ruins-crateria-zero-mission-surface-gfs-thoth-am2r/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Hunter-Tier Patron and, more importantly, my wife, Samantha Spiteri to discuss three atmospheric and cool areas: the iconic Chozo Ruins from Metroid Prime,
- [Episode 243 - Ranking the Bosses of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes](https://omegametroid.com/episode-243-ranking-the-bosses-of-metroid-prime-2-echoes/) - Echoes month rolls along as Andy and Doom rank the bosses of Metroid Prime 2, and things get HEATED! With so many great bosses to pick from, ranking them all was certainly a challenge, but one we enjoyed! From the hulking behemoths Quadraxis and Amorbis to the controversial Boost Guardian and Spider Guardian all the
- [Episode 242 - Honoring 20 Years of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes](https://omegametroid.com/episode-242-honoring-20-years-of-metroid-prime-2-echoes/) - Get ready to enter the Dark World, as for the next month, we'll be dedicating all of our shows to the 20 year anniversary of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes! This week, Andy and Doom get together to discuss their memories of the game when it first released, how their opinions have changed over the years,
- [Episode 241 - Nintendo Switch 2 News, Metroid Sales Figures, and a New Direction for Metroid?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-241-nintendo-switch-2-news-metroid-sales-figures-and-a-new-direction-for-metroid/) - Andy and Dak are finally reunited, and talking that Metroid just like old time! We have a breezy show this week, as we talk about Nintendo's confirmation Switch 2 will be backwards compatible and NSO will transfer over, go over the updated Dread and Prime sales numbers, speculate on when we'll see Switch 2 revealed
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Super Metroid's Tourian + GFS Valhalla + Bioweapons Research Center (Other M)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-super-metroids-tourian-gfs-valhalla-bioweapons-research-center-other-m/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Omega Metroid Video Walkthrough Editor Dominique Gendron-Langlois, also known as doomgc, as we deliver a special Halloween themed version of the show! We're
- [Episode 240 - Discussing Metroid's Scariest Areas and Monsters!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-240-discussing-metroids-scariest-areas-and-monsters/) - With Halloween right around the corner, we thought that would be cool to take a spin around the world of Metroid and talk about the scariest areas and monsters, PLUS some areas that should have been scary, but unfortunately, were not. We go over areas such as the Wrecked Ship, GFS Valhalla, and Genetics Laboratory,
- [Episode 239 – We Found The Worst Metroid Ideas Out There!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-239-we-found-the-worst-metroid-ideas-out-there/) - There are tons of great Metroid ideas out there, but there are just as many bad ones, if not more! This week on the show, Dak and Doom found a fun thread online that has some of the worst ideas they've seen for a Metroid game. How bad are these ideas, and are some of
- [Episode 238 – Metroid Manga in Review: Samus & Joey Volume 3!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-238-metroid-manga-in-review-samus-joey-volume-3/) - Metroid Manga in Review returns! This time, we're talking about the third, and for our money, best volume of the manga so far! Our heroes are taking on a whole slew of enemies, including rival bounty hunters, Galactic Federation detectives, a secret arms dealer organization, and an incredible new big bad revealed at the end!
- [Episode 237 - Guess That Metroid Character in 10 Questions Returns!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-237-guess-that-metroid-character-in-10-questions-returns/) - Everybody's favorite game in the Metroid universe is back! After almost two whole years, the whole band is back together to play "Guess That Metroid Character", and this time, we've activated FUSION DIFFICULTY, limiting ourselves to only TEN yes or no questions to determine the character! Watch as Doom pulls out some deep cuts, Andy
- [Omega Metroid's Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough is Live! 100% Maps, Guided Routes, Metroid Strategies, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroids-metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough-is-live-100-maps-guided-routes-metroid-strategies-and-more/) - I'm incredibly excited to announce that we have launched our complete,, 100% guide for Metroid II: Samus Returns! Coming in a little over two months after we published our Samus Returns guide, we decided to return to SR388 and complete the last 2D Metroid game that needed a full walkthrough! This was a fun and
- [Episode 236 - Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-236-castlevania-dawn-of-sorrow-inspired-by-metroid/) - After a lengthy layoff, Inspired By Metroid returns! The recently released Castlevania Dominus Collection gave Andy an excuse to jump back into one of his favorite Metroidvania's of all time - Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow! Andy's joined by ex-Bungie visual designer Andrew Elmore to talk Dawn of Sorrow and its incredible Soul system, the crazy
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Sector 5 (ARC) + Vesper Defence Outpost + Area 2 (Samus Returns)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-sector-5-arc-vesper-defence-outpost-area-2-samus-returns/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by the one and only Doominal Crossing to discuss a couple of fun midcard areas. Starting off, we're covering the frigid Sector 5 (ARC)
- [Episode 235 - Ranking Every Final Boss in the Metroid Series (Again!)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-235-ranking-every-final-boss-in-the-metroid-series-again/) - In a sequel / update to one of our earliest episodes on the podcast, we're revisiting a fun topic: ranking the best final bosses in the series! Doom wasn't around for the first episode four years ago, and Andy's tastes have certainly evolved and changed over the years, so we're going game by game to
- [Episode 234 - Junkoid: ROM Hack Reviews (PATREON UNLOCK)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-234-junkoid-rom-hack-reviews-patreon-unlock/) - ROM Hack Reviews is back in action and this month we’re talking junk! That’s right – the new NEStroid mod by P. Yoshi and Mindflower called Junkoid is on the docket this month! Featuring new characters, new sprites, new stories, original music, and whacky powerups, we went in depth on this cute hack! Come find
- [Episode 233 - Logbook Archives: The Complete History of Samus's Gunship](https://omegametroid.com/episode-233-logbook-archives-the-complete-history-of-samuss-gunship/) - Logbook Archives returns this week to give a complete history and detailing of all of the various Gunships (or Starships, as they are also known) that Samus has piloted over the course of the franchise! We examine the history of the main ships - Super Metroid's, Zero Mission's, Fusion's, Prime 1 and Prime 3's -
- [Episode 232 - Does Metroid Need To Be Less Metroidvania To Succeed?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-232-does-metroid-need-to-be-less-metroidvania-to-succeed/) - This week on the show, Dak and Doom pose a question - does Metroid need to be less like Metroid to succeed? Are the Metroidvania aspects of the series holding it back from growing as a franchise? Recently in our Discord server, one of our community members posted a video talking about this very topic,
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Tallon Overworld + The Nest (AM2R) + Excelcion (Federation Force)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-tallon-overworld-the-nest-am2r-excelcion-federation-force/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by the one and only Doominal Crossing to discuss a couple of big ones! We're diving into three areas: the much-beleaguered snow planet Excelcion,
- [Episode 231 - Bion (Federation Force): Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-231-bion-federation-force-mapping-metroid/) - Mapping Metroid returns, and we're going where we've never gone before: the planet Bion from everybody's favorite spinoff Metroid Prime: Federation Force! Since the game is level based, this Mapping Metroid is a little different, as we go through and rank all seven levels on the planet! From the incredible missions like Tremor and Slipstream
- [Episode 230 - Alien In Review: A New Generation Begins in Alien: Romulus!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-230-alien-in-review-a-new-generation-begins-in-alien-romulus/) - One of our most anticipated episodes of the year is finally here! Alien in Review is BACK to review the newest entry in the series: Fede Alvarez's Alien: Romulus! The newest Alien movie takes place in between Alien and Aliens, which is fitting as it strikes a perfect tone between the two masterpieces. Andy is
- [Episode 229 - The Best and Worst Aspects of Metroid Prime Hunters' Single Player Campaign](https://omegametroid.com/episode-229-the-best-and-worst-aspects-of-metroid-prime-hunters-single-player-campaign/) - Following last week's show where we discussed some of our least favorite Metroid titles, Andy decided to give the single player campaign in Metroid Prime Hunters another spin to see of those critiques held up, so this week, the guys have a discussion about a bunch of different topics! We're talking about how the button
- [Episode 228 - What's Our Favorite Thing About Our Least Favorite Metroid Games?](https://omegametroid.com/episide-228-whats-our-favorite-thing-about-our-least-favorite-metroid-games/) - We're back this week with a POSITIVE SPIN on some of our not-so-favorite Metroid games! We asked you what your favorite things about your least favorite Metroid games were, and we got a ton of different, positive responses! As you might imagine, lots of entries were centered around Other M and Federation Force, but from
- [Licensed Gravity Suit Statue from First 4 Figures Now Available to Pre-Order](https://omegametroid.com/licensed-gravity-suit-statue-from-first-4-figures-now-available-to-pre-order/) - Licensed figure and statue maker First 4 Figures has announced their next addition to their Metroid product line, a PVC Gravity Suit statue from Metroid Prime. The Gravity Suit statue is 10″ tall and shows Samus on top of a base modeled after the Gravity Suit item pickup from Metroid Prime based off of the iconic Screw Attack
- [New Officially Licensed Samus Statue from First 4 Figures Up for Pre-Order](https://omegametroid.com/new-officially-licensed-samus-statue-up-for-pre-order/) - Licensed figure and statue maker First 4 Figures has announced their next addition to their Metroid product line, a PVC Varia Suit statue from Metroid Prime. The Varia Suit statue is 11" tall and shows Samus in one of her iconic poses on top of a base modeled after the Screw Attack/Metroid Prime logo. There
- [Omega Metroid’s Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough is Live! Optimized Routes, Metroid Locations, Expansion Guide, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroids-metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough-is-live-optimized-routes-metroid-locations-expansion-guide-and-more/) - I'm very proud to let everybody know that our full 100% walkthrough of Metroid: Samus Returns is now live! This was a passion project that took several months and hundreds of hours work of work, so we hope you check it out! We have strategies for all boss fights, every expansion location in the game,
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Skytown + Area 3 (Samus Returns) + Golden Temple (AM2R)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-skytown-area-3-samus-returns-golden-temple-am2r/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Omega Team Member Zach Guillot to discuss some heavy hitters in the series: the beautiful, ethereal Skytown, Elysia from Corruption, an area with
- [Episode 227 - Logbook Archives: Who Is Sylux?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-227-logbook-archives-who-is-sylux/) - After a lengthy layover, our lore-centric series Logbook Archives returns! In this episode, we're asking the million dollar question in the Metroid universe: who is Sylux?? We go over everything we know about the Hunter, from in-game lore, to official game descriptions, to developer interviews to try and determine who's behind the mask. We also
- [Episode 192 - Logbook Archives: The Hunters of Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-192-lore-archives-the-hunters-of-metroid/) - Lore Archives is back! This week on the show, Dak & Doom dive into the bounty hunters of the Metroid universe. We talk about all the known bounty hunters in the games from Metroid Prime Hunters as well as Prime 3: Corruption. These characters are shrouded in mystery. What do we know about them? Who
- [Episode 226 - Our (Minor) Critiques of the Metroid Prime 4 Trailer!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-226-our-minor-critiques-of-the-metroid-prime-4-trailer/) - Welcome back to another week of Metroid talk! This time around, despite loving the reveal trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, the guys share some of their critiques about what we saw. Each host has something a bit different that stood out to them; Doom noticed some of the animations and technical details in the
- [Episode 225 - Zero Mission Definitive Ranking!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-225-zero-mission-definitive-ranking/) - We've been wrapped up in all the Metroid Prime 4 excitement, but we can't forget that it wasn't the only big Metroid news from last month! With Metroid: Zero Mission's release on the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack in June, we decided it was time to finally do a Zero Mission Definitive Ranking! Join Dak
- [Episode 224 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Fan Q&A Part 2](https://omegametroid.com/episode-224-metroid-prime-4-beyond-fan-qa-part-2/) - It's time for Part 2 of our Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Q&A! Andy and Dak are back to tackle a whole slew of questions, including: how do we think Beams will work in terms of stacking or not? Could we see bonus content if there is a Metroid Dread save file on the Switch? Will
- [Episode 223 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Fan Q&A Part 1](https://omegametroid.com/episode-223-metroid-prime-4-beyond-fan-qa-part-1/) - The gang is back talking more Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and this week, we asked all of you to get in on the action and ask us questions about Samus's upcoming adventure! We got so many questions infact that were breaking this into two parts! On the docket this week: should Federation Forces Slow Beam
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Norfair (Zero Mission) + Area 1 (Samus Returns) + Kraid's Lair (NES)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-norfair-zero-mission-area-1-samus-returns-kraids-lair-nes/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Hunter Patron Tony Wacholz as we discuss three areas that offer their own unique pros and cons: Zero Mission's Norfair, the fiery main
- [Episode 222 - Our Theories On Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Plot!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-222-our-theories-on-metroid-prime-4-beyonds-plot/) - The band is back together again, still reeling from last weeks' incredible reveal of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. This week, we're sharing our theories on what could be going on with the story, including: is there going to be any time travel or alternative dimensions that we can travel to? What is motivating Sylux and
- [Episode 221 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Is Finally Revealed: Our Thoughts and Reactions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-221-metroid-prime-4-beyond-is-finally-revealed-our-thoughts-and-reactions/) - IT'S REAL! After seven long years, we FINALLY got our first look at the newly rechristened Metroid Prime 4: Beyond! The fellas get together to break down the trailer and everything saw, from the impressive graphics to the slick HUD, offer our thoughts on Samus's design for her Power Suit and Gunship, offer thoughts on
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Revealed for Nintendo Switch in 2025!](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-revealed-for-nintendo-switch-in-2025/) - To cap off the end of today's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo surprised fans with the first look at Metroid Prime 4! Now titled "Metroid Prime 4: Beyond," the latest entry in the Metroid series, and Metroid Prime subseries, is slated for a 2025 release on Nintendo Switch in 2025. Nintendo dropped a new trailer, featuring a
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Arrives on Nintendo Switch Online Today!](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-arrives-on-nintendo-switch-online-today-on-june-18th/) - During today's Nintendo Direct event, Nintendo confirmed that Metroid: Zero Mission will arrive on Nintendo Switch Online's Expansion Pack later today on June 18th. Metroid: Zero Mission will join The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords, Perfect Dark, and Turok as the Expansion Pack's latest additions. This Metroid classic originally released on the Game Boy Advance
- [Episode 220 - Do We See Metroid Prime 4 in the June Nintendo Direct?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-220-do-we-see-metroid-prime-4-in-the-june-nintendo-direct/) - Everyone's favorite game-show, Samus's Percentages, returns! The premise is simple: we read a statement and then assign it a percentage on it coming true or not, and this time around, we're focusing on Metroid Prime 4 and the June Direct! We're giving our percentages on questions like: do we see Metroid Prime 4? Do we
- [Episode 219 - Samus Returns Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-219-samus-returns-qa/) - We're bringing back our Q&A episode, and this time around, we're dedicating the whole show to Metroid: Samus Returns! We're answering your questions, such as: despite it being a great game, is Samus Returns a great remake? Could Aeion abilities have regenerated the same way as in Dread, or would that have made them OP?
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Burenia + Sector 4 AQA + Hydro Station (AM2R)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-burenia-sector-4-aqa-hydro-station-am2r/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Ultra-Tier Patron and friend of the show Quaidrunner (or Paul, as I know him!) to get wet and slippery as we have a
- [Episode 218 - Ridley's Lair (NES): Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-218-ridleys-lair-nes-mapping-metroid/) - Mapping Metroid returns to tackle one of the oldest - and deadliest - areas in the series: Ridley's Lair from NEStroid! We're back almost 40 years to examine the layout of this area, how it serves as a skill-checking gauntlet run for the player, the creepy and unsettling music and how it adds to the
- [Episode 217 – Metroid Manga in Review: Samus & Joey Volume 2!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-217-metroid-manga-in-review-samus-joey-volume-2/) - We're back with another instalment of Metroid Manga in Review, and picking up right where we left off last time with Volume 2 of Samus & Joey! This time around, we meet some new characters, including Joey's mother, Dr. Diana Apronika, a new robot friend named U-Ton, and... a race of creepy killer penguins! Come
- [Episode 216 - Ranking Every Escape Sequence in the Metroid Series!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-216-ranking-every-escape-sequence-in-the-metroid-series/) - Andy makes his long awaited return to the show, and we have a lot to cover this week! First, Andy chimes in with some thoughts about last weeks news on the Switch 2 and what that means potentially for Metroid Prime 4! Next up, the fellas go and have a fun time ranking every single
- [Episode 215 - SWITCH 2 IS REAL! Plus Metroid Switch Sales and Prime 4 Release Thoughts](https://omegametroid.com/episode-215-switch-2-is-real-plus-metroid-switch-sales-and-prime-4-release-thoughts/) - Finally, after 600 years, Nintendo has officially acknowledged the existence of a successor to the Nintendo Switch. Dak & Doom jump on the show this week to talk about this announcement, plus Nintendo's last fiscal results and what it all means for Metroid. How did Metroid fair on the Switch compared to other first-party Nintendo
- [New Metroid Prime-Inspired Album by SynaMax Available Now!](https://omegametroid.com/new-metroid-prime-inspired-album-available-now/) - Electronic music producer SynaMax has released his long anticipated album, Eclipse, a series of tracks inspired by the Metroid Prime games. Eclipse is a brand new full length album featuring 11 Metroid Prime-inspired pieces of music, alongside a bonus remix by SynaMax's partner, shoffur. Eclipse follows Samus Aran for an entire mission, beginning with the
- [Episode 214 - Interviewing Grant "Stemage" Henry of Metroid Metal!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-214-interviewing-grant-stemage-henry-of-metroid-metal/) - We have a very special guest joining us in the virtual studio this week; Grant Henry aka Stemage, the creator of Metroid Metal! Stemage has been composing metal variations of Metroid’s iconic music for over 20 years. While nowadays you’ll mostly find him doing freelance work for several projects such as BIT.TRIP RERUNNER and Hextech
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: SR388 (Return of Samus) + Cataris + Magmoor Caverns](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-sr388-return-of-samus-cataris-magmoor-caverns/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by BOTH Doominal Crossing and Omega Metroid Community Manager Lillith to talk about three areas with a bit of HEAT to them! First, we're
- [Metroid Fusion and Super Metroid Confirmed for Summer Games Done Quick 2024](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-and-super-metroid-confirmed-for-summer-games-done-quick-2024/) - This summer, Games Done Quick will be hosting Summer Games Done Quick in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 30th through July 6th. Ahead of the 2024 SGDQ event, Games Done Quick has announced their list of games that they have locked in for the event. Unless a speedrunner is unable to participate, runs for these
- [Episode 213 - We Answer Your Questions In Metroid Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-213-we-answer-your-questions-in-metroid-qa/) - We're kicking it old school this week with a classic Dak & Andy joint, answering all of YOUR fan questions! Some of the topics on tap: If Hunters were to ever to be remade, aside from controls, what improvements could be made? If Dread was priced lower, would it have sold more copies? Would it
- [Episode 212 - Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-212-prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-inspired-by-metroid/) - Inspired By Metroid returns, and just in time to tackle of the most hyped Metroidvania's in years: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown! The recent release from Ubisoft gained rave reviews, and it's not hard to see why - this might very well be one of the best Metroidvania's ever created! Omega Metroid Social Manager
- [Episode 211 - DOOMtroid: ROM Hack Reviews (PATREON UNLOCK!)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-211-doomtroid-rom-hack-reviews-patreon-unlock/) - We originally had an Inspired By Metroid game on tap for this week, but we ran into some scheduling issues, so instead of rushing it, we're pushing our show back one week and instead unlocking another ROM Hack Review from the vault! One of the most widely fantasized crossovers in the video game world would
- [Episode 163 – Reviewing the ROM Hack ‘Metroid: Rogue Dawn’!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-163-reviewing-the-rom-hack-metroid-rogue-dawn/) - Our recording schedules didn’t quite line up this week, so instead of a new episode of the podcast, we’re releasing a old episode that will be new to almost everyone! We’ve unlocked the previously Patreon exclusive series ROM Hack Reviews to go over the NEStroid hack Metroid: Rogue Dawn! Created by Grimlock, Optomon, and snarfblam,
- [Episode 210 - Norfair: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-210-norfair-mapping-metroid/) - Our Super Metroid celebration comes to a conclusion this week as we wrap it up in style by bringing back Mapping Metroid! On the docket this month is the fiery, sweltering, and frankly awesome area of Norfair! We go over everything that makes this so special, including the amazing boss fights, the instantly iconic musical
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Doomseye (Federation Force) + Wrecked Ship + Arcterra (Hunters)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-doomseye-federation-force-wrecked-ship-arcterra-hunters/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Omega Team Member Zach Guillot to discuss a slew of areas of various degrees of quality: the solid, if unspectacular Arcterra from Metroid
- [The Fascinating Behind-the-Scenes Look at Doominal Crossing's Metroid Prime Soundtrack Fan Remaster](https://omegametroid.com/the-fascinating-behind-the-scenes-look-at-doominal-crossings-metroid-prime-soundtrack-fan-remaster/) - Hello Omega Metroid readers, I'm Doominal Crossing! Recently through Omega Metroid, I released a complete remaster of the Metroid Prime soundtrack, which you can find here! Today, I wanted to take you all behind the scenes in a more personal/informal blog post-style article to talk about what motivated me to take on this project, and
- [Episode 209 - Ranking the Bosses of Super Metroid!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-209-ranking-the-bosses-of-super-metroid/) - Our Super Metroid anniversary celebration continues this week, as Andy is joined again by Omega Metroid Community Manager Lillith and Zach Guillot of the Collateral Gaming Video Game Podcast to discuss one of the (many) high spots of this legendary game: it's bosses! We're ranking each fight until we get to the best of the
- [New Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Mod Lets You Fight in Samus's Metroid Prime Remastered Suits!](https://omegametroid.com/new-super-smash-bros-ultimate-mod-lets-you-fight-in-samuss-metroid-prime-remastered-suits/) - The modding scene for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is still active today even 2 years since the last update. One of the most popular modding categories for the game is alternate costumes, as there are so many potential choices for each character that were never implemented into the final release. Yesterday, a new alternate costume
- [Episode 208 - Honoring 30 Years of Super Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-208-honoring-30-years-of-super-metroid/) - Welcome to a very special episode of the show, as we honor the 30th anniversary of one of - if not the - greatest games of all time: Super Metroid! The game that brought Andy and Lillith, who joins us this episode, into the series and had a major influence over the creation of this
- [Episode 207 – Metroid Manga in Review: Samus & Joey Volume 1!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-180-metroid-manga-in-review-samus-joey-volume-1/) - Metroid Manga in Review finally returns, and this time we're examining a beloved cult classic among the Metroid faithful: Samus & Joey Volume 1! This collection introduces us to Joey, a reckless young boy and the self proclaimed "first disciple of Samus Aran" as he meets Samus and embarks in his own heroic adventure! The
- [Episode 206 - Alien in Review: The Predalien Rises in Alien vs. Predator: Requiem!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-206-alien-in-review-the-predalien-rises-in-alien-vs-predator-requiem/) - We're back to continue our journey throughout the series that inspired Metroid, and this time around, we're even more firmly in spinoff territory than we were back in AVP! The sequel to the crossover, Alien vs Predator: Requiem promises more gore, more kills, and more craziness, but at the end of the day, it is
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Surface of SR388 (Samus Returns) + Dairon + Brinstar (Zero Mission)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-surface-of-sr388-samus-returns-dairon-brinstar-zero-mission/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by staff contributor Griffen Olney to talk about three super solid, if unspectacular, areas: the remagined Brinstar from Zero Mission, home to Samus's first
- [Episode 205 - Ranking the Bosses of Metroid: Zero Mission!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-205-ranking-the-bosses-of-metroid-zero-mission/) - Welcome back to another episode of the show celebrating Metroid: Zero Mission's 20th anniversary! This week, we're discussing and ranking all of the bosses of the remake! From innovative new bosses like the Chozo Test, to the definitive way to fight Mother Brain, back to returning foes like Kraid, to arguably one of the most
- [Episode 204 - Honoring 20 Years of Metroid: Zero Mission](https://omegametroid.com/episode-204-honoring-20-years-of-metroid-zero-mission/) - This week's show is a special one, as we're honoring one of the most fundamentally sound yet least heralded Metroid games: Metroid Zero Mission! Come and listen as we give this game its flowers, talking about our first memories of playing it, why it wasn't a bigger deal at the time, and the unforgettable stealth
- [Episode 203 - Ranking Every Kraid Fight and Imagining a 3D Kraid Battle!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-203-ranking-every-kraid-fight-and-imagining-a-3d-kraid-battle/) - Hold on to your hats this week, as it's finally time to give the legend his due. That's right - this week is all about KRAID! We're going through and ranking all four of the Big Daddy Kraid confrontations and discussing the mechanics and evolutions, plus talking about Kraid adjacent fights and appearances, like Nintendo
- [Episode 202 - What We Want From Metroid Prime 4 (Mechanics + Accessibility Edition!)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-202-what-we-want-from-metroid-prime-4-mechanics-accessibility-edition/) - We're back this week to talk - what else? - Metroid Prime 4! As we've done before, we're going over a bunch of things we want to see in the game! Were working off of a wishlist that Doom put together that covers things like: could wall running be neat, or is that hokey? How
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Sector 3 Pyrosphere + Agon Wastes + Tourian (NEStroid)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-sector-3-pyrosphere-agon-wastes-tourian-nestroid/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I'm joined again by Doominal Crossing to take stock of three very different areas: the slow, cerebral, and dangerous Tourian, where Samus first meets the Metroids
- [Episode 201 - Super Metroid Ascent: ROM Hack Reviews (PATREON UNLOCK!)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-201-super-metroid-ascent-rom-hack-reviews-patreon-unlock/) - Unfortunately, our schedules didn't align this week and we weren't able to get together to record a new episode of the pod, but never fear - we're reaching into the fault to pull out a formerly Patreon-exclusive ROM Hack Review! We’re playing the amazing, puzzling, innovative, and gruelling ROM: Super Metroid Ascent! Made by Benox50,
- [Episode 200 - Discussing New Prime 4 Rumors, Metroid at AGDQ, and What Prime 4 Can Learn From Its Contemporaries!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-200-discussing-new-prime-4-rumors-metroid-at-agdq-and-what-prime-4-can-learn-from-its-contemporaries/) - Welcome welcome to our TWO HUNDREDTH EPISODE CELEBRATION!!!...okay okay, so we did our ACTUAL two hundredth episode celebration LAST WEEK on episode 199 to coincide with The Zelda Cast's 300th episode celebration. So if you want to check out our big crossover episode, go back to episode 199 here or on YouTube! Anyway, THIS WEEK,
- [Episode 199 - Omega Metroid VS. The Zelda Cast in Zelda/Metroid-Themed Jeopardy!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-199-omega-metroid-vs-the-zelda-cast-in-zelda-metroid-themed-jeopardy/) - Welcome welcome to our TWO HUNDREDTH EPISODE CELEBRATION (okay, we're cheating by one week to match up with The Zelda Cast gang)! This episode is a special one, as we're celebrating six years of The Zelda Cast, five years of Virtual Theater, and four years of Omega Metroid by getting all of our amazing hosts
- [Episode 198 - Metroid Fusion Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-198-metroid-fusion-qa/) - We're back this week, and we put YOU in charge of the show! We asked you for your Metroid Fusion questions, and you delivered big time! We're touching on subjects like; how could the BSL blow up SR388 just by crashing into it? What's our favorite sound effect from the game? How would we want
- [Episode 197 - Looking Back At Metroid in 2023; Looking Ahead To 2024!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-197-looking-back-at-metroid-in-2023-looking-ahead-to-2024/) - Welcome to the first episode of the podcast in 2024! This week, Andy and Doom are getting together to review the year that was 2023! We talk about the unbelievable highs of Metroid Prime Remastered, the shadow drop, and Metroid Fusion and Return of Samus hitting NSO, while also touching on some of the lows
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Main Deck + Distribution Centre (AM2R) + Celestial Archives](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-main-deck-distribution-centre-am2r-celestial-archives/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by my main man Mr. Doominal Crossing to rank three areas that all focus on transporting players around the game! First, we get Metroid
- [Episode 196 - Reminiscing About Our Favorite Metroid E3 Moments](https://omegametroid.com/episode-196-reminiscing-about-our-favorite-metroid-e3-moments/) - It's a bittersweet week for us here at Omega Metroid, as the long suspected but recently confirmed demise of E3 was made official. Instead of being sad that E3 is over, however, the fellas decide to be glad that it happened and take a two hour trip down memory lane reminiscing about Metroid's finest moments
- [Episode 195 - Our Thoughts on Rumors That Metroid Prime 4 is "Basically Finished"!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-195-our-thoughts-on-rumors-that-metroid-prime-4-is-basically-finished/) - Welcome back to the show! This week, we have a whole slew of different topics, including our thoughts on the rumors that Metroid Prime 4 is "basically finished" and that the only thing holding it back from being released is improvements to the games cutscenes. We also weigh in and offer our opinions on the
- [Episode 194 - Area 7 (Chozo Laboratory): Mapping Metroid!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-194-area-7-chozo-laboratory-mapping-metroid/) - Mapping Metroid is back for another kick at the can, and this time we're going where we've never gone before: Metroid: Samus Returns! We're examining the fan favorite Area 7, aka the Chozo Laboratory, and breaking it down in great detail! We touch on the size of the area and its lack of items or
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Norfair (Super Metroid) + Great Temple/Sky Temple + Area 6!](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-norfair-super-metroid-great-temple-sky-temple-area-6/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Hunter Tier Patron Ben Paulson as we discuss three heavy hitters with amazing boss battles: the Diggernaut's Domain and your first encounter with
- [Episode 193 - Haiku, The Robot: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-193-haiku-the-robot-inspired-by-metroid/) - Inspired By Metroid returns, this time, to a post apocalyptic world where humanity is no more and only robots remain! We're playing Haiku, The Robot, a Game-Boy-Color-influenced Metroidvania from developer Mister Morris games and giving our thoughts on the games world, story, boss fights, and so much more! Playing as the cute robot Haiku, you
- [Episode 191 - Ranking Our Favorite Samus Cameos In Other Games!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-191-ranking-our-favorite-samus-cameos-in-other-games/) - In honor of Super Mario RPG coming out this week for the Nintendo Switch, we're reminiscing about our favorite Samus Aran cameos from over the years! From the most famous cameos, like the aforementioned Mario RPG bed spot to Samus rocking out with the cello, to some more obscure appearances, like the classic F1 Racing
- [Episode 190 - Alien In Review: Worlds Collide in Alien vs. Predator!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-190-alien-in-review-worlds-collide-in-alien-vs-predator/) - It's a new era for the Alien franchise, as the first entry in the series that helped shape Metroid without Sigourney Weaver enters full-on spinoff territory, colliding with the world of Predator to deliver the ultimate showdown in Alien vs. Predator! Andy and Gooey Fame are back to dish out their thoughts on the Paul
- [Check Out Doominal's Fan Remaster of the Metroid Prime Soundtrack!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-doominals-fan-remaster-of-the-metroid-prime-soundtrack/) - Our very own Omega Metroid team member Doominal Crossing has just released a fan-made remaster of the iconic Metroid Prime soundtrack! You can listen to the entire soundtrack on the Omega Metroid YouTube channel or download it for yourselves on a variety formats here. Kenji Yamamoto and Kouichi Kyuma's original work on Metroid Prime is
- [Episode 189 - What We DON'T Want In Metroid 6!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-189-what-we-dont-want-in-metroid-6/) - Now that we've had a few years to chew on Metroid Dread, the gang gets together to discuss Metroid 6, and more specifically things we DON'T want to see Metroid 6 do. Topics on the talking block that we don't want Metroid 6 to do include: abandon the Metroid Suit and its abilities; bring back
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Impact Crater + Elun + Genetics Lab (AM2R)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-impact-crater-elun-genetics-lab-am2r/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Hunter Patron Tony Wacholz as we discuss three areas with similar story-and-boss-heavy themes. On the docket this month is the site of the
- [Take A New Look at Metroid Dread With These Incredible Screenshots From Digital Frontiers](https://omegametroid.com/take-a-new-look-at-metroid-dread-with-these-incredible-screenshots-from-digital-frontiers/) - Back in July, we wrote an article highlighting the work of Digital Frontiers. Digital Frontiers is a professional screenshotter on ArtStation who takes modified copies of big games such as: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild; Mass Effect; Bioshock; Halo: Combat Evolved; and countless others, then uses a free camera to take press
- [Games Done Quick Announces AGDQ 2024 Lineup Featuring 3 Metroid Titles](https://omegametroid.com/games-done-quick-announces-agdq-2024-lineup/) - On October 20th, Games Done Quick announced that next year's Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ) speedrunning charity event will be live January 14th-21st, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to benefit the Prevent Cancer Foundation. Games Done Quick posted next year's schedule and games lineup on Twitter, confirming over 100 new events taking place throughout the week,
- [Metroid Meets Doom In This Insane Musical Crossover!](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-meets-doom-in-this-insane-musical-crossover/) - For the first time in over a year, Omega Metroid's own Doominal Crossing has released a brand new mashup, an original piece of music created by combining multiple pre-recorded songs together. The piece, "The Emperor of Doom", combines "Emperor Ing, Phase 2" from Metroid Prime 2: Echoes with "The Doom Hunter" from Doom Eternal, both
- [Metroid Dread Becomes the Best Selling Metroid Title of All Time, Sells 2.9 Million Units](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-becomes-the-best-selling-metroid-title-of-all-time-sells-2-9-million-units/) - On May 10th, Nintendo held their latest financial briefing detailing the company's profits, losses and investments on a wide variety of fronts. There were several notable points brought up in the documentation, such as the Nintendo Switch reaching 107.65 million sales, Pokémon Legends: Arceus reaching 12.64 million sales and Kirby and the Forgotten Land reaching
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Chozodia + Area 4 (Samus Returns) + Pirate Homeworld](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-chozodia-area-4-samus-returns-pirate-homeworld/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I’m joined by Hunter Patron and one of the first Omega Team Members, Minneapolis King! We have a lot of ground to cover as Samus Returns
- [Episode 188 - Samus's Percentages: Metroid Movie Box Office, Samus in Mario Kart 9, Anthony Higgs Returning, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-188-samuss-percentages-metroid-movie-box-office-samus-in-mario-kart-9-anthony-higgs-returning-and-more/) - Everyone's favorite game-show Samus's Percentages returns this week! The premise is simple: we read a hypothetical statement and then assign it a percentage based on how likely to be true we think it's be! On the docket this week: will the next Mercury Steam game have a great soundtrack? How much would a Metroid movie
- [Episode 187 – Definitively Ranking Metroid Prime 3: Corruption](https://omegametroid.com/episode-187-definitively-ranking-metroid-prime-3-corruption/) - Definitive Ranking returns! This time around, we're analyzing what's often called the "weak link" of the Metroid Prime Trilogy, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption. We spend a lot of time debunking that weak link theory, talking about Corruption's story as the best in the series, debate how Hypermode could have been better, complain about the lack
- [Episode 186 - Logbook Archives: The History, Hierarchy and Machinations of the Space Pirates!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-186-logbook-archives-the-history-hierarchy-and-machinations-of-the-space-pirates/) - Welcome to a brand new segment on the podcast that we’re calling Logbook Archives: the series with a focus on deep diving into the in-universe lore of the Metroid series! To kick things off, we look at the most feared faction in the galaxy: The Space Pirates! In this 2-hour+ epic, we detail their various
- [Check Out New Fan Comic "Metroid: Other Femme" Celebrating Metroid Dread's 2nd Anniversary](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-new-fan-comic-metroid-other-femme-celebrating-metroid-dreads-2nd-anniversary/) - Recently, Metroid Dread celebrated its 2nd year anniversary, which is still surreal to think about given that this game came back from the brink and has been in the hands of fans everywhere for that long. Now that Metroid Dread has reached this milestone, Metroid fans can enjoy a brand new fan comic filled with
- [Episode 185 - What Does Metroid Prime 4 Need To Do To Be Successful?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-185-what-does-metroid-prime-4-need-to-do-to-be-successful/) - The gang are back once again to talk about Metroid Prime 4, but this time, to focus on what exactly the game needs in order to be a massive success. Obviously, things like good marketing and quality are a given, but what about beyond that? Does Metroid Prime 4 need to be a launch title
- [New Super Metroid 100% Item Completion Speedrunning World Record Set!](https://omegametroid.com/new-super-metroid-100-item-completion-speedrunning-world-record-set/) - Just when you think there's no way that Metroid speedrunners can get any more efficient, someone goes and sets a new world record! Playing late into the night last night, prolific speedrunner ShinyZeni etched his name in the world record books by competing Super Metroid with 100% of the expansions and pickups in a mind-bending
- [Episode 184 - Metroid 99, New Suit Abilities, Samus's Successor, and More in Fan Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-184-metroid-99-new-suit-abilities-samuss-successor-and-more-in-fan-qa/) - We once again turned the keys to the show over to you, asking you to send us Metroid questions, and you did not disappoint! How would a "Metroid 99" battle royale game work? Would Metroid Prime Remastered have benefited from a traditional marketing build? What new abilities for Samus's Suit would we like to see
- [OPINION: In Defense of Proteus Ridley](https://omegametroid.com/opinion-in-defense-of-proteus-ridley/) - Recently, a couple good friends of mine - including our own Doominal Crossing - were chatting on Twitter and saying how they felt conflicted about Proteus Ridley showing up at the finale of Metroid: Samus Returns and serving as the final boss. One on hand, they felt that the fight in a bubble was fantastic,
- [#ReleaseTheSpiteriCut: Rewriting Metroid: Other M's Story (While Using the Same Basic Premise!)](https://omegametroid.com/releasethespitericut-rewriting-metroid-other-ms-story-while-using-the-same-basic-premise/) - It's sort of old hat by now to bemoan the story, and yes, the overall quality, of Metroid: Other M. It's been beat to death; we all know what the issues were, we all have thoughts on the direction, and we all have varying opinions on how offensive, if at all, the game was to
- [RANDOM: I Was Bored At Work, So I Asked What Would Each Metroid Area's Pokémon Type Be?](https://omegametroid.com/random-i-was-bored-at-work-so-i-asked-what-would-each-metroid-areas-pokemon-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, and counting down the minutes.
- [Reggie Fils-Aime Talks About His Polarizing Push for Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt](https://omegametroid.com/reggie-fils-aime-talks-about-his-polarizing-push-for-metroid-prime-hunters-first-hunt/) - Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime has been on a media spree as of late, alongside releasing a new book that details his lengthy and inspiring career. One of Reggie's latest behind-the-scenes stories reveals that the decision to create the Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt demo packed in with the launch of the Nintendo
- [Episode 173 - Fan Q&A Continued! Switch 2 Rumors, One Change We'd Make to Metroid, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-173-fan-qa-continued-switch-2-rumors-one-change-wed-make-to-metroid-and-more/) - This week on the show, Dak and Doom hold down the fort while Andy is busy preparing for the Zelda Dungeon Marathon! Last week, we ran another Q&A episode, and we got a lot of questions from one of our community members and Omega Metroid team members, TheAccursedHunter aka Big Griff. We couldn't get to
- [Episode 175 - Metroid Prime 2 Retrospective and Prime 2 Remastered Rumors!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-175-metroid-prime-2-retrospective-and-prime-2-remastered-rumors/) - Welcome back to the Omega Metroid Podcast! This week on the show, Dak & Doom are joined by Omega Metroid community manager Lillith to talk all about Metroid Prime 2: Echoes! With rumors of a Metroid Prime 2 remaster back in the mix, the squad decided to discuss the rumors and their thoughts now that
- [Episode 179 - Dak and Doom Rewrite The Story of Metroid Dread!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-179-dak-and-doom-rewrite-the-story-of-metroid-dread/) - After a brief detour, it's finally time to rewrite the story of Metroid Dread! This week on the show, the OMP crew return to the drawing board for Metroid Dread and its story. While they are big fans of the game, Dak and Doom have had some opinions on how the game's story unfolds. So
- [Episode 183 - No Prime 2&3 And More Nintendo Direct Reactions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-183-no-prime-23-and-more-nintendo-direct-reactions/) - Our annual September Direct came and went, and while there was some quality stuff shown, it will likely be remembered as fairly underwhelming. The gang get together to discuss the not-unexpected-but-still-disappointing absence of Metroid Prime's Echoes and Corruption and what the calibre of games shown could mean for the Switch 2's reveal. We also get
- [Episode 182 - Our Theories on When Switch 2 and Metroid Prime 4 Will Launch](https://omegametroid.com/episode-182-our-theories-on-when-switch-2-and-metroid-prime-4-will-launch/) - Rumors have been flying around lately about the successor to the Nintendo Switch, with Nintendo apparently showing off the "Switch 2" at Gamescom this year, so this week, Andy and Doom break down the technical specs that the Switch 2 is rumored to have, spitball their theories on when Nintendo will reveal their console (spoiler:
- [Metroid Music Collides With Viral Parody Video "Planet of the Bass" in This Mashup!](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-music-collides-with-viral-parody-video-planet-of-the-bass-in-this-mashup/) - Last month the internet was graced with Kyle Gordon's hit "Planet of the Bass", a parody of 90's Eastern European electronic music, including the viral music video that accompanied the single. Kyle plays the character of "DJ Crazy Times", with the female guest vocalist, "Biljana", voiced by Chrissi Poland & portrayed in the video by
- [Episode 181 – Metroid Manga In Review: Metroid Volume 2!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-181-metroid-manga-in-review-metroid-volume-2/) - We're back to finish off the journey we started last week with Volume 1 of the Metroid Manga! Volume 2 picks up right where the last one left off and makes some...interesting decisions. Hear our thoughts on things like Adam's characterization towards Samus, if that ending was enough to undo the whole story thus far,
- [Episode 180 - Metroid Manga In Review: Metroid Volume 1!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-180-metroid-manga-in-review-metroid-volume-1/) - Welcome to a brand new sub-series from Omega! Today's episode is the first installment of Metroid Manga In Review, a series where we will be reading and reviewing the various Metroid manga that have been made over the years. Kicking us off is Metroid: Volume 1, the origin story of one Samus Aran! Come listen
- [Check Out Our New Metroid: Zero Mission Guide!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-our-new-metroid-zero-mission-guide/) - Having trouble in Tourian? Ready to rumble with Ridley? Still perusing the map for every last expansion and power-up? You're in luck. Today, we're happy to announce that our brand-new guide for Metroid: Zero Mission is finally live, right here at OmegaMetroid.com! If you browse the Zero Mission section of the site here (or by
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Biosphere (Other M) + Phaaze + Ghavoran](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-biosphere-other-m-phaaze-ghavoran/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I'm joined by Ultra-Tier Patron and friend of the show Quaidrunner (or Paul, as I know him!) to talk about the list thus far, how a
- [Rock Out To Lacey Johnson's Cover of Magmoor Caverns!](https://omegametroid.com/rock-out-to-lacey-johnsons-cover-of-magmoor-caverns/) - Friend of Omega Metroid Lacey Johnson is back with a new song! Johnson has remixed plenty of video game music, whether it be from older titles such as Street Fighter 2 and Final Fantasy VII to more recent titles such as Sonic Frontiers and Pizza Tower, and always brings a passion and fury to her
- [Metroid Musing: Should Metroid Dread Have Handled These Two Characters Differently?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-should-metroid-dread-have-handled-these-two-characters-differently/) - If you haven't played Metroid Dread, proceed with caution! There are spoilers ahead. While Metroid Dread was apparently meant to finish the current story arc of Metroid according to MercurySteam, it introduces a number of new elements before its finale. However, it also re-introduces characters first revealed in the Chozo Memories found in Samus
- [Episode 178 - Dead Cells: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-178-dead-cells-inspired-by-metroid/) - After a long layover, Inspired By Metroid returns to examine the critically acclaimed Dead Cells, a game by Motion Twin. Dead Cells is a mashup, mixing classic Roguelike gameplay with Metroidvania exploration and platforming, so it feels familiar yet different! Joining Andy this week is Zach Guillot of the Collateral Gaming Video Game Podcast, as
- [Episode 177 - Ferenia: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-177-ferenia-mapping-metroid/) - We are back once again to thorough analyze a Metroid area in our ongoing Mapping Metroid series, and this week, we return to Metroid Dread to talk the fallen Chozo city of Ferenia! We talk about our favorite rooms in the area, what sets Ferenia apart from other Dread locales, if the story told in
- [Prolific Metroid Speedrunner Sets New Super Metroid World Record](https://omegametroid.com/prolific-metroid-speedrunner-sets-new-super-metroid-world-record/) - If you are familiar with the Super Metroid speedrunning community, you're probably heard of the illustrious Oatsngoats. He's famous for being one of the best players in the Metroid community, having impressive times in various categories such as Any%, Low%, and 100% (we've even covered him previously when he created a speedrunning tutorial series). Today,
- [Episode 176 - Picking Our Favorite Song From Each Game in the Metroid Series!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-176-picking-our-favorite-song-from-each-game-in-the-metroid-series/) - Heeeee's baaaack! This week, Andy returns and joins the fellas as they embark on a marathon topic: picking a favorite song from each game in the Metroid series (plus AM2R and Smash Bros. for good measure!). We have a lot of fun discussing our favorite tracks, trying to describe why we like them, which soundtracks
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Torvus Bog + Sector 1 (SRX) + Kraid's Lair (Zero Mission)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-torvus-bog-sector-1-srx-kraids-lair-zero-mission/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! This month, I'm joined by Omega Metroid Staff Writer Griffen Olney to talk a handful of different locales: the remastered and reimagined Kraid's Lair from Metroid: Zero Mission;
- [Check Out These Beautifully Detailed Screenshots from Metroid Prime Remastered!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-these-beautifully-detailed-screenshots-from-metroid-prime-remastered/) - Metroid Prime Remastered is lauded by Metroid & Nintendo fans alike as one of the best looking games on the Nintendo Switch. From the lush greenery of Tallon Overworld, to the icy plains of Phendrana Drifts and the drab mechanical factories of Phazon Mines, Metroid Prime Remastered is a visual feast that takes the 2002
- [New Samus Christmas Ornament from Hallmark Available Now!](https://omegametroid.com/new-samus-christmas-ornament-from-hallmark-available-now/) - For those Metroid fans that have their ears to the ground, you might remember a few months ago when a series of Hallmark Nintendo Christmas ornaments were announced, including an ornament for our favorite bounty hunter Samus. If you ever wanted to add a bit of Metroid flavor to your Christmas holiday, you are in
- [Episode 174 - Dak vs. Doom in The Ultimate Metroid Box Art Ranking Challenge!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-174-dak-vs-doom-in-the-ultimate-metroid-box-art-ranking-challenge/) - It's finally time for the episode you've all been waiting for. This week on the show, Dak & Doom are back for a new kind of Metroid challenge, where they rank EVERY SINGLE METROID BOX ART! That's right, the guys go through literally every single Metroid box art since the franchise's inception and rank them
- [Good Smile E.M.M.I. Figma Now Available for Preorder](https://omegametroid.com/good-smile-emmi-figma-now-available-for-preorder/) - Those of you who remember the Metroid Dread Samus Figma revealed last year might also remember getting a glimpse at a "currently in production" version of an EMMI figma. You might have wondered where it went. Well wonder no more, that EMMI figma is now available for preorder! You can preorder the EMMI figma over
- [Episode 172 - Fan Q&A: Samus As A Female Gaming Icon, Metroid Prime 4 Marketing, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-172-fan-qa-samus-as-a-female-gaming-icon-metroid-prime-4-marketing-and-more/) - This week, we're putting YOU in charge of the show! We have a whole slew of fan questions to get to, including: is Samus *the* most prolific female gaming character of all time? How would the Metroid series look different is Samus had been kept a male as originally intended? What would we do to
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Bryyo + The Tower (AM2R) + Ferenia](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-bryyo-the-tower-am2r-ferenia/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Hunter-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! We've got another three Metroid areas to go through this month: the jack-of-all-trades area Bryyo, the dangerous and destructive furnace known as the Tower, and the Patreon fan-voted
- [Episode 171 - Is Metroid Prime 4 Destined For the "Switch 2" + Other Nintendo Direct Thoughts!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-171-is-metroid-prime-4-destined-for-the-switch-2-other-nintendo-direct-thoughts/) - Strap in for a juicy episode! While there was no Metroid news shown at the recent Direct, a lot of stuff that could affect the future of Metroid on the Switch and beyond was announced! Does Luigi's Mansion Dark Moon being ported from 3DS set a precedent that Samus Returns could potentially follow? How about
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Super Metroid Ascent](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-super-metroid-ascent/) - The end of an era is upon us. In what will be the final ROM Hack Review (for now!), we're playing the amazing, puzzling, innovative, and gruelling ROM: Super Metroid Ascent! Made by Benox50, this hack is the biggest, longest, and most intense challenge of any ROM Hack yet! Does it soar above every other
- [Episode 170 - Exploring the Creepy ROM Hack VITALITY and Fun Spinoff B2-TW!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-170-exploring-the-creepy-rom-hack-vitality-and-fun-spinoff-b2-tw/) - This week, we had some last minute sickness ruin our recording schedule, so feast your eye on not one but TWO Metroid ROM Hack Reviews! Metroid is a series known for its atmospheric feel, and in the latest ROM Hack Review, we’re looking at a hack that takes that atmosphere and elevates it to the
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Crateria + Artaria](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-crateria-artaria/) - Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Great Metroid Area Ranking! This is our new Omega-Tier exclusive show from Patreon, where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! Every month, we'll rank TWO area's from the series, and to get us started, we picked two famous intro areas: Artaria
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Maridia + Frigate Orpheon + Sector 6 (NOC)](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-maridia-frigate-orpheon-sector-6-noc/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Omega-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! Every month, we’ll rank a couple areas from the series, and this month we're upping the ante to rank THREE areas! Joined by my pal Doominal Crossing, we
- [The Great Metroid Area Ranking: Phazon Mines + Ridley's Lair](https://omegametroid.com/the-great-metroid-area-ranking-phazon-mines-ridleys-lair/) - Welcome back to The Great Metroid Area Ranking, the Omega-Tier Patreon exclusive show where I, Andy Spiteri, will be ranking every single area in the Metroid series! Every month, we’ll rank a couple areas from the series, and on the docket, we have two areas famous (or infamous) for their punishing gauntlet of enemies: Metroid
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Andy's Top 15 GameCube Games (That Aren't Metroid Prime!)](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-andys-top-15-gamecube-games-that-arent-metroid-prime/) - Welcome back to the Spiteri Show, where this month, Andy gives his top 15 GameCube games that AREN'T Metroid Prime! From some obvious contenders like Super Smash Bros. Melee and The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker to some deeper cuts like Eternal Darkness and 1080 Avalanche, come listen to the rational behind certain games
- [Metroid Musing: Should Metroid Prime 4 Do Away With "Missable" Scans?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-should-metroid-prime-4-do-away-with-missable-scans/) - One of the joys in each entry of the Metroid Prime trilogy is using your Scan Visor to acquire information about the game's world, enemies, environments, and more. The amount of detail packed in each game is seemingly endless, and the Scan Visor is the perfect tool to reveal the trilogy's story in a very
- [Check Out This Video About The History of John Woo's Metroid Movie](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-video-about-the-history-of-john-woos-metroid-movie/) - With the hugely-successful release of the Super Mario Bros. movie (as it has now become one of the top 20 highest-grossing movies of all-time), it's hard not to speculate how Nintendo will try to adapt its other properties to the big screen as soon as possible. It seems like Zelda fans might not have to
- [Episode 169 - Is Metroid Dread Worth Full Price + Samus's Percentages!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-169-is-metroid-dread-worth-full-price-samuss-percentages/) - Welcome back to the Omega Metroid Podcast! This week, we're dusting off an old favorite and playing a little Samus's Percentages! On the docket this week are hypothetical questions like: will Nintendo show off new hardware this year? Will we have an open world Metroid game within the next seven years? Would Metroid Prime HD
- [Episode 168 - Pitching One Area From Each Metroid Game as a Smash Bros. Stage!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-168-pitching-one-area-from-each-metroid-game-as-a-smash-bros-stage/) - With little going on in the world of Metroid right now, Andy and Dak return to a fan favorite topic that hasn't been covered in a while: Super Smash Bros.! We're pitching a new stage for every game in the Metroid series! From some obvious picks like Phendrana Drifts and Tourian to less clear choices
- [MAGFest Announces Metroid-Themed Super MAGFest, Running January 18th-21st, 2024!](https://omegametroid.com/magfest-announces-metroid-themed-super-magfest-running-january-18th-21st-2024/) - Attention all Metroid fans! The wonderful folks at MAGFest recently made an announcement about the next upcoming MAGFest and its new theme that's all about Metroid Prime! For the uninitiated, MAGFest (which stands for Music and Gaming Festival) is an annual festival celebrating video games and video game music. The upcoming festival, which will be
- [Episode 167 - How Could An Open World Metroid Game Work?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-167-how-could-an-open-world-metroid-game-work/) - With Andy and Doom both hopelessly enamoured by The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, they guys take a break from exploring Hyrule to theorize how an open world Metroid game might work! Is the open world concept antithetical to a Metroidvania game? Could you have a Metroid-equivalent for Shrines? How would visors work
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Andy's Game of the Year For The Last 30 Years!](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-andys-game-of-the-year-for-the-last-30-years/) - The Spiteri Show returns to take a look at an old article from an old blog that I used to write where I laid out my games of the year for each year that I've been alive! Come listen as I take you on a trip through time and talk about countless games, runners up,
- [Episode 166 - Alien In Review: Ripley's Last Ride in Alien Resurrection](https://omegametroid.com/episode-166-alien-in-review-ripleys-last-ride-in-alien-resurrection/) - Alien In Review returns! After a long layoff, Andy and Gooey Fame are back to analyze the last Alien film in the Sigourney Weaver era, the oft-derided Alien Resurrection! We talk about its themes of motherhood and artificial intelligence, comment on how the plot of the movie mirrors that of Metroid Fusion, break down some
- [Metroid Musing: Did You Like Metroid Prime 2's Ammo System?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-did-you-like-metroid-prime-2s-ammo-system/) - Ask a Metroid fan what genre the Metroid Prime games fall under, and you'll more than likely hear the buzzword that Nintendo created back in the early 2000's to assuage peoples fears that the first 3D Metroid game would be a mindless shooter: First Person Adventure. While there is no difference really between a First
- [Episode 165 - Are The Metroid Prime Remastered Sales Figures Disappointing?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-165-are-the-metroid-prime-remastered-sales-figures-disappointing/) - On this week's show, Dak and Doom talk about the recent Metroid Prime Remastered sales numbers from Nintendo's fiscal year earnings report. How did Metroid Prime Remastered do in just a couple months? We share our thoughts on the results, what these means for Metroid Prime 4, and more. Plus, we dive back into Metroid
- [Over 1 Million Copies of Metroid Prime Remastered Sold in Under Two Months According to Nintendo Earnings Report](https://omegametroid.com/over-1-million-copies-of-metroid-prime-remastered-sold-in-under-two-months-according-to-nintendo-fiscal-earnings-report/) - Nintendo just released their annual earnings report for fiscal year 2023, and the results are in! From its launch in February until the end of March, 1.09 million copies of Metroid Prime Remastered were sold globally for the Nintendo Switch! Metroid Prime Remastered was released to high praise from critics and fans alike, who both
- [Episode 164 – Definitively Ranking Metroid: Other M!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-164-definitively-ranking-metroid-other-m/) - The most controversial Metroid game of all time returns to ignite debate and discussion, as this week, Andy and Dak are Definitively Ranking Metroid: Other M! We weigh in on the story, the gameplay, the music, and more to see where Other M went wrong, and more importantly, what areas the game excels at! Come
- [Check Out This Video About How Metroid Prime 4 Could Be Designed](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-video-about-how-metroid-prime-4-could-be-designed/) - With the release of Metroid Prime Remastered, we now have a hint, or at least a reminder, of what Metroid Prime 4 could look and play like. As Metroid Prime 4 speculation has been given new life, the latest video from hotcyder on YouTube jumps right back into discussion. Since nothing visual about Metroid Prime
- [Episode 162 - Sector 4 (AQA): Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-162-sector-4-aqa-mapping-metroid/) - Mapping Metroid returns to the B.S.L. Station to once again detail one of Metroid Fusion's ominous sectors - Sector 4 (AQA)! We're going in depth talking about the right-to-left layout and how unique it is; how some of the enemies like Evir and the Aqua Pirates remind us of Super Metroid; the dichotomy between the
- [Stemage Celebrates 20 Years of Metroid Metal With New Retrospective](https://omegametroid.com/stemage-celebrates-20-years-of-metroid-metal-with-new-retrospective/) - If you've been playing Metroid for a while, odds are you've heard of Metroid Metal. You've probably even heard a track of two. But have you ever thought about how long Metroid Metal's been around? Grant Henry, better known as Stemage, has sure been thinking about it. In a new YouTube video, Grant looks back
- [Metroid Prime Remastered Ranks 13th in Best-Selling Games on March 2023 US Sales Chart](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-remastered-ranks-13th-in-best-selling-games-on-march-2023-us-sales-chart/) - About a week ago, we reported that Metroid Prime Remastered a top 10 spot in game software sales this past March in the UK. Thanks to a new sales chart from Mat Piscatella of Circana, we've learned that MPR nabbed a similarly impressive feat here in the United States, landing the 13th spot in best-selling
- [Check Out This Feature-Length Documentary Covering the Metroid Franchise](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-feature-length-documentary-covering-the-metroid-franchise/) - The Metroid franchise has been going on for nearly 37 years now. Despite its ups and down, through tragedy and triumph, the Metroid series has endured with a lasting legacy throughout the video game medium. With the release of Metroid Dread, the surprise release of Metroid Prime Remastered, and with Metroid Prime 4 on the
- [Episode 161 - Our Final Metroid Movie Discussion (Until The Next One!)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-161-our-final-metroid-movie-discussion-until-the-next-one/) - With the Super Mario Bros. Movie finally in theatres, we thought it would be a great time to revisit the idea of a Metroid movie! Rather than throw out specific ideas or casting choices (we did that already!), we talk a little more broadly, debating the advantages of live action versus animation and vice versa,
- [Samus To Appear As An Ornament For Hallmark's 2023 Holiday Gaming Collection](https://omegametroid.com/samus-to-appear-as-an-ornament-for-hallmarks-2023-holiday-gaming-collection/) - Ho ho ho! Even though winter has finally ended and warmer temperatures are on the horizon, it's never too early to start thinking about what your Christmas tree might look like when the most magical time of the year comes around, and Metroid fans will be pleased to know that, for the first time ever,
- [Patreon Bonus Show: The Super Mario Bros. Movie Review (featuring Dak and Doom!)](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-the-super-mario-bros-movie-review-featuring-dak-and-doom/) - LET'SAAA GO! It's the review we've all been waiting for: The Super Mario Bros. Movie! Andy, Dak, and Doom get together for first time on Omega Metroid Patreon to discuss our thoughts on the film, which voice actors and characters were great and not-so-great, our thoughts on the original and licensed music, which scenes we
- [New Crediting Guidelines Released by International Game Developers Association](https://omegametroid.com/new-crediting-guidelines-released-by-international-game-developers-association/) - The lack of original staff credits for Metroid Prime Remastered was a bit of a gut punch to the developers of the original game. Only a couple months after MPR's release, some effort's been made to help solve this growing problem of missing credits. On March 13, 2023, the International Game Developers Association (IGDA) released
- [Metroid Prime Remastered Held Top 10 Spot in UK Game Software Sales This Past March](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-remastered-held-top-10-spot-in-uk-game-software-sales-this-past-march/) - According to a recent Game Sales Data (GSD) chart, Metroid Prime Remastered was 9th in game software sales in the UK for the month of March 2023. MPR was not only in the top 10; it was the only Nintendo game that placed on the top 10 chart at all in March. Metroid Prime Remastered
- [Episode 160 - Will Metroid Dread or Metroid Prime Remastered Have A Bigger Impact on the Series?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-160-will-metroid-dread-or-metroid-prime-remastered-have-a-bigger-impact-on-the-series/) - As another week flies by, the gang get together this week to discuss a whole slew of Metroid Musing questions from OmegaMetroid.com! On the docket: which game will have a bigger impact on the series going forward, Metroid Dread or Prime Remastered? What sales figures for Remastered would be considered a disappointment, average, or a
- [Metroid Musing: Should Samus Keep All Her Upgrades At The Beginning of the Dread Sequel?](https://omegametroid.com/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 some kind of event that
- [Samus Sports Her Classic Super Metroid Varia Suit in Upcoming Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Mod!](https://omegametroid.com/samus-sports-her-classic-super-metroid-varia-suit-in-upcoming-super-smash-bros-ultimate-mod/) - A common complaint among Metroid faithful is how, somehow, Samus has been stuck sporting her Other M Varia Suit for the better part of a decade in the Super Smash Bros. Well, rejoice then, as modder Noababoa has seemingly had enough and is the process of designing a mod for the party brawler that would
- [New Metroid Fan Album "Phazon: Metroid Saga" From Acclaimed Composer Rozen Releasing April 21st](https://omegametroid.com/new-metroid-fan-album-phazon-metroid-saga-from-acclaimed-composer-rozen-releasing-april-21st/) - If you're anything like me and are constantly in need of new music, set your clocks for April 21! Popular composer and arranger, Rozen, will be releasing his latest album Phazon: Metroid Saga. The album includes 8 brand new tracks, one of which is currently available to preview on the store page. Check out his
- [Episode 159 - Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-159-star-wars-jedi-fallen-order-inspired-by-metroid/) - The Force is strong with this episode as worlds collide as Doominal Crossing hosts an episode with The Zelda Cast's Alasyn Eletha to talk all things Jedi: Fallen Order! The gang talk how they got into Star Wars, their thoughts on the gameplay, how Cal Kestis ranks among Star Wars heroes, their thoughts on 3D
- [Super Mario Bros. Movie Cast Thinks a Metroid Movie Would Be "Interesting, Creepy, and Cool"](https://omegametroid.com/super-mario-bros-movie-cast-thinks-a-metroid-movie-would-be-interesting-creepy-and-cool/) - With the new Super Mario Bros. Movie hitting theatres next week, its stars have been making the rounds, talking to various outlets and promoting the movie. In a new interview with Gizmondo, the voices behind the plumbers themselves, Chris Pratt and Charlie Day, broached a bunch of different, interesting topics, including how they both grew
- [Check Out All of Our Metroid Prime Remastered Content So Far!](https://omegametroid.com/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 Metroid adventure, or maybe if
- [Metroid Musing: Should Samus Have a Drone Ability?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-should-samus-have-a-drone-ability/) - When I think of new ways to expand Samus’ arsenal, I often think of new beams, visors, aeion abilities, etc. I typically think of ways that expand upon Samus herself. But what about giving her some sort of mechanical companion? Something that could offer new abilities separate from her power suit. My first thought is
- [Check Out This Technical Overview of Metroid Prime Remastered by Digital Foundry](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-technical-overview-of-metroid-prime-remastered-by-digital-foundry/) - Metroid Prime Remastered looks gorgeous. From the beginnings of the Frigate Orpheon all the way to the game's climactic finale in the depths of the Impact Crater, Metroid Prime looks better than ever. On top of this, despite looking like one of the best Switch games out there, Metroid Prime Remastered also runs at a
- [Episode 158 - Lacey Johnson and Synamax Talk Omega Metroid's New Theme Song and Metroid Music!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-158-lacey-johnson-and-synamax-talk-omega-metroids-new-theme-song-and-metroid-music/) - It's a new era of the podcast! We're proud to announce our new theme song, which you can download for free here, is available everywhere! The track, which was written by Doominal and arranged by our friend Synamax, with some shredding guitar solo's by Lacey Johnson, sounds like something right out of Metroid Prime 4,
- [Metroid Musing: Would a Third Pursuer-Type Enemy Be Too Much?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-would-a-third-pursuer-type-enemy-be-too-much/) - Samus has shown time and again that she's one of if not the most dangerous being in the galaxy. Despite this, there have been two instances where Samus has been pursued by a seemingly unstoppable enemy while in a weakened state. The first is the most iconic aspect of Metroid Fusion, the SA-X, an X
- [Patreon Bonus Show: What Makes A Good Metroid Area?](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-what-makes-a-good-metroid-area/) - While we're gearing up to launch the Great Metroid Area Ranking, we thought we'd break down what exactly makes a Metroid area great? We get together a list of crucial ingredients and discuss things like measuring subjective vs objective, being great in one aspect vs being fine in all aspects, and how each ingredient comes
- [Episode 157 - Metroid II: Return of Samus: A Retrospective](https://omegametroid.com/episode-157-metroid-ii-return-of-samus-a-retrospective/) - We're kicking it old school this week, as we're diving into one of the most important and underrated games in the series - Metroid II! We're once again joined by Staff Writer Daniel Hoctor to go over our first memories of playing it, how its limitations might or might not dissuade newer players, the importance
- [Episode 66: Metroid Dread is Finally Here! And Our E3 2021 Reactions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-66-metroid-dread-is-finally-here-and-our-e3-2021-reactions/) - HYYYYYPE!!! We finally got Metroid 5, and it's the game everyone has been hoping it would be for years: Metroid Dread! Come join us, as well a special guests Doominal Crossing and Rod Lloyd, to discuss our reactions to Metroid Dread, the lack of Metroid Prime 4, our thoughts on Zelda, and reactions to the
- [Atmospheric Metroidvania Ghost Song is Finally Here!](https://omegametroid.com/atmospheric-metroidvania-ghost-song-is-finally-here/) - Ghost Song is a long time coming. Starting as a kickstarter back in 2014, Ghost Song has been developed solely by Matt White as a 2D Metroidvania which takes great inspiration from Metroid and Dark Souls. The Metroid side of things is quickly noticeable taking place in a sci-fi setting with a large focus on
- [Snag These Classic Game Boy Poster Sets Available from My Nintendo (Europe Only)](https://omegametroid.com/snag-these-classic-game-boy-poster-sets-available-from-my-nintendo-europe-only/) - More and more incredible Metroid merch just keeps rolling on in! Available for a limited time, you can order a Game Boy Poster Set for just 600 Platinum points. Please note that these are ONLY available from the Europeean My Nintendo Store. The set features posters from: Metroid II: Return of Samus Super Mario Land
- [Act Fast! Metroid Prime Remastered Big Pin Set Now Available From My Nintendo -- While Supplies Last](https://omegametroid.com/act-fast-metroid-prime-remastered-big-pin-set-now-available-from-my-nintendo-while-supplies-last/) - Here's your chance to snatch up some Metroid Prime Remastered goodies. For just 800 Platinum Points, you can order a set of two rustless, iron lapel pins. If you're interested, you'll want to act fast as they're only available while supplies last: Metroid Prime Remastered Big Pin Set. Thankfully, everyone is limited to 1 per
- [Metroid Musing: Should Samus' Suit Be Customizable in Future Metroid Games?](https://omegametroid.com/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 Samus' external appearance through new
- [Dataminer Finds Metroid: Zero Mission Screenshots on Nintendo Switch Online; Hints at Link Functionality](https://omegametroid.com/dataminer-finds-metroid-zero-mission-screenshots-on-nintendo-switch-online-hints-at-link-functionality/) - With the announcement of Game Boy Advance games coming to Nintendo Switch Online and the recent release of Metroid Fusion to the online service, smart money would dictate that it's only a matter of time before the second GBA Metroid game, Metroid: Zero Mission, debuts on NSO, and if recent datamining is any indication, that
- [Episode 156 - Are We In A New Golden Age For Metroid?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-156-are-we-in-a-new-golden-age-for-metroid/) - It's a new week, Metroid fans, and this episode we're comparing and contrasting the "Golden Age" of Metroid from 2002-2007 to the current era we're in now, starting in 2021 with Metroid Dread. Andy is joined by Staff Writer Daniel Hoctor to talk about when the tide started to swing back up for the series,
- [Check Out this Highlight Video of Cut Content from Metroid Prime 3 Corruption](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-highlight-video-of-cut-content-from-metroid-prime-3-corruption/) - Like all large-scale projects, video games are an iterative process. From concept to planning to implementation, video games are worked and reworked and reworked again until the final product is ultimately revealed. To get just a glimpse of the sorts of changes a game can experience, Kiwi Talkz recently released a video called Metroid Prime
- [Learn How to Experience the Latest AM2R Has To Offer](https://omegametroid.com/learn-how-to-experience-the-latest-am2r-has-to-offer/) - AM2R is without a doubt one of the greatest fan-made Metroid games available today. It perfectly captures the narrative of Metroid 2 while still expanding upon it in ways that make sense. It’s also still incredibly active within the development community, receiving updates and expansions that keep it feeling fresh. So, if you’re new to
- [Episode 155 - Chozo Ruins: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-155-chozo-ruins-mapping-metroid/) - Mapping Metroid returns, and since we're still riding the wave of Metroid Prime Remastered, we thought it was a perfect time to look at the beautiful, brooding mysterious enigma known as the Chozo Ruins! We go in depth talking about the various bosses and how they differ from each other, our favorite expansions to collect,
- [4 Ways to Improve The Meta Ridley Boss Fight in Metroid Prime](https://omegametroid.com/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 challenging, encounter in my opinion.
- [OPINION: Samus Should Keep Her Metroid DNA And Use It For Good](https://omegametroid.com/opinion-samus-should-keep-her-metroid-dna-and-use-it-for-good/) - Samus and the Metroids share an unique history. Both were created and molded by the Chozo in order to protect, but the path Samus and the Metroids took couldn't be more different. After hunting the Metroids on their homeworld to the point of extinction, Samus spared the last one - a baby hatchling that thought
- [Metroid Prime Remastered Icons Available For Nintendo Switch Online Members From March 3rd to 16th](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-remastered-icons-available-for-nintendo-switch-online-members-from-march-3rd-to-16th/) - On March 3rd , the Nintendo Switch Online service will provide a fresh batch of icons based on the newly-released Metroid Prime Remastered, which is also releasing in Europe on the same day. What timing! Character icons based on Meta Ridley, Metroids, Samus' Gunship, the Metroid Prime logo and Samus Aran herself will be available
- [Metroid Fusion Heading to Nintendo Switch Online on March 9th](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-heading-to-nintendo-switch-online-on-march-9th/) - The wait for Metroid Fusion on Nintendo Switch Online ultimately proved to be a short one, as Nintendo tweeted out today that, on March 9th, Metroid Fusion will be available to play for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass members. The Expansion Pass, which lets subscribers play Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis, recently added Game Boy
- [A Little Piece of Metroid History: Check Out Captain N Comics 1 - 5](https://omegametroid.com/a-little-piece-of-metroid-history-check-out-captain-n-comics-1-5/) - Back in the 90’s, Valiant Comics published a series based on a variety of Nintendo properties, including our favorite spacefaring saga, Metroid. The series followed Captain N (aka Kevin Keene) and his fellow companions as they hoped to save Videoland from Mother Brain and her evil forces. It’s important to note that the creators took
- [Episode 154 - Metroid Mailbag! Prime Remastered and More!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-154-metroid-mailbag-prime-remastered-and-more/) - It's still hard to believe Metroid Prime Remastered is real, but you know what's not hard to believe? That we have another new episode! This week, Dak and Doom have pulled out the Metroid Mailbag. We asked for not just your questions, but your comments and hot takes as well! Join us as we chat
- [Scalpers Beware! Nintendo Has More Physical Copies of Metroid Prime Remastered On The Way](https://omegametroid.com/scalpers-beware-nintendo-has-more-physical-copies-of-metroid-prime-remastered-on-the-way/) - Metroid Prime Remastered has been a undeniable hit on the Nintendo Switch since it dropped the eShop this month. While it's readily available digitally, many fans understandably want to get their hands on a physical copy of Metroid Prime Remastered. That's been easier said than done. Thankfully, Nintendo is committed to restocking those shelves. In
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Andy's Top 10 Game Boy Games!](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-andys-top-10-game-boy-games/) - The Spiteri Show returns, and just in the nick of time too, because this month, we're counting down the ten best Game Boy games! If you haven't heard, Game Boy games have just made their way to NSO, so it's the perfect time to reflect back on which games defined the handheld. There will be
- [Check Out Nintendo Store UK's Sweepstakes For This Samus Helmet Statue by First 4 Figures!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-the-nintendo-store-uk-sweepstakes-for-this-samus-helmet-statue-by-first-4-figures/) - It's not often you'll get a chance to win a free Metroid statue! Earlier today, the UK My Nintendo Store tweeted that they are giving away a statue of Samus' helmet by First 4 Figures. To determine the recipient, they are holding a sweepstakes where only one lucky winner will get the statue. To enter
- [Episode 153 - Metroid Prime Remastered Deep Dive!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-153-metroid-prime-remastered-deep-dive/) - The Omega Team is back to continue our discussion on Metroid Prime Remastered. On this week's episode, we're doing a deeper dive - we're talking about the control schemes and options, new animations and textures, new extras, and more. We also decide which area of the game had the most improvement from the original to
- [Don't Miss These Scans in Metroid Prime Remastered](https://omegametroid.com/dont-miss-these-scans-in-metroid-prime-remastered/) - Metroid Prime Remastered is all about the ambience, the exploration, and the sense of isolation, discovery, and wonder. It's also all about the scans! Gotta fill that logbook! The world of Tallon IV is full of scans, many of which are highly important scans that contribute to completing your logbook. But did you know that
- [Metroid Musing: Will Metroid Prime 2 and 3 Get Remastered?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-will-metroid-prime-2-and-3-also-get-a-remaster/) - Rumors of a Metroid Prime Trilogy HD as well as a Metroid Prime Remaster have been sort of a tradition on Twitter for years. This rumor gained major steam in 2022 when Jeff Grubb not only said that Metroid Prime was getting remastered, but that Metroid Prime 2 and 3 would eventually get remastered as
- [Unused Scan Information of Unscannable Enemies Discovered In Metroid Prime Remastered!](https://omegametroid.com/unused-scan-information-of-unscannable-enemies-discovered-metroid-prime-remastered/) - Since the release of Metroid Prime Remastered, tons of interesting tidbits have been rolling in from fans all over. One such piece of information came in from Wyatt on Twitter. By delving into the game's data, they were able to uncover 3 unused scans: https://twitter.com/blorb/status/1625565187435597834 https://twitter.com/blorb/status/1625990974794072065 Beta Drone Temporary Scan Mechanoid: Beta Drone Security mecha
- [OPINION: Metroid Prime Remastered Is A Gorgeous Game Being Held Back by Clunky Controls](https://omegametroid.com/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 seeing it ever again. Fast-forward
- [Learn How To Play Metroid Prime Hunters Online in Modern Day!](https://omegametroid.com/learn-how-to-play-metroid-prime-hunters-online-in-modern-day/) - Ever feel nostalgic for the Wi-Fi days of Metroid Prime Hunters multiplayer? Miss being able to play online with friends? Fear no more, because now you can battle like it's 2006! Though official online support ended long ago, LocoXeno has a fantastic video on YouTube that will get you started: Set up guide for Melon
- [Metroid Musing: What's Your Favorite Area in Metroid Prime Remastered?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-whats-your-favorite-area-in-metroid-prime-remastered/) - After all these years of hearing rumor after rumor, Metroid Prime Remastered is here and it looks gorgeous! Everything from the original GameCube classic has been graphically overhauled to a point where this looks like a brand new game. With all the new bells and whistles, new and old fans alike will no doubt be
- [Episode 152 - Metroid Prime Remastered: Our Thoughts, Reactions, and Initial Impressions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-152-metroid-prime-remastered-our-thoughts-reactions-and-initial-impressions/) - Now that the dust has settled a bit, the gang get together to talk all things Metroid Prime Remastered! We go over our initial reactions, how much we all freaked out, the price point of the game, some of the control options, the epic shadow drop, some minor gripes, and whether Remastered is the best
- [Metroid Musing: Would Samus Be Immune to The Marker From Dead Space?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-would-samus-be-immune-to-the-marker-from-dead-space/) - At a young age, Samus Aran experienced a great tragedy. Her home of K-2L was wiped out in a Space Pirate raid spearheaded by their leader, Ridley. Samus was only 3 years old at the time, yet Ridley would have killed Samus if her mother had not knocked Samus out of the way, causing the
- [Metroid Musing: Should Metroid Prime 4 Stack Super Missiles or Keep the Beam Combo?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-should-metroid-prime-4-stack-super-missiles-or-keep-the-beam-combo/) - Metroid Prime introduced a new way to activate the Super Missile. Rather than toggling it on or off like Super Metroid or simply stacking it on top of the standard missiles like Dread, you have to charge it up. It’s a short wait, but man is it rewarding. The blowback to the enemy, the need
- [Metroid Musing: Should Metroid Prime 4 Have Minigames?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-should-metroid-prime-4-have-minigames/) - I’ve been playing The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask lately. If you’re familiar with it, I was at a moment in the day where I needed to simply wait. I wanted to sell something to the Curiosity Shop, but they don’t open until 10 pm. So, I found myself wandering around town, and my first
- [Nintendo Announces Metroid Prime Remastered Sweepstakes; Enter to Win Metroid Swag!](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-announces-metroid-prime-remastered-sweepstakes-enter-to-win-metroid-swag/) - From now until 11:59 pm PT on 4/4/2023, you can enter up to 3 chances to win the Nintendo Metroid Prime Remastered Sweepstakes! Each entry costs a mere 10 Platinum Points from your Nintendo account. To enter the sweepstakes: Visit the Sweepstakes page on Nintendo.com Scroll down and click "Learn more about the My Nintendo
- [Check Out Metroid Prime Remastered's Boxart and a Whole Bunch of Gorgeous Screenshots!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-metroid-prime-remastereds-boxart-and-a-whole-bunch-of-gorgeous-screenshots/) - Even though I'm still in a state of shock after the incredible announcement of Metroid Prime Remastered, I took a stroll over to Nintendo's Press site to download a bunch of gorgeous screenshots of the game. I also found the official boxart, as well as some incredible artwork. Check it out and enjoy!
- [Metroid II and Metroid Fusion Are Headed To NSO Alongside Game Boy and Game Boy Advance Games](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-and-metroid-fusion-are-headed-to-nso-alongside-game-boy-and-game-boy-advance-games/) - Nintendo announced in their February 8th Direct that Game Boy and Game Boy Advance games are being added to the Nintendo Switch Online service later today. In the announcement, they revealed that the classic Metroid II: Return of Samus will be available at launch, and in a highlight reel that Metroid Fusion will be added
- [Nintendo Direct Announced for the 8th, Will Focus on Games in the First Half of 2023](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-direct-announced-for-the-8th-will-focus-on-games-in-the-first-half-of-2023/) - Nintendo has announced on their Twitter page that they are releasing a Nintendo Direct on February 8, at 2 PM PT (5 PM EST). This Direct is going to focus on revealing new titles and new info for announced titles in the first half of 2023. It will be available to watch live at Nintendo’s
- [Episode 151 - Samus's Percentages: Mercury Steam Acquisition, Wii U Ports, Metroid Prime 4 Multiplayer, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-151-samuss-percentages-mercury-steam-acquisition-wii-u-ports-metroid-prime-4-multiplayer-and-more/) - The whole band is back together baby! Andy, Dak, and Doom are back playing Metroid fans' favorite game: Samus's Percentages! The premise is simple: we read off a statement and then assign a percentage on said statement ever coming true. On the docket this time are topics like: will Metroid get another spinoff? Will Metroid
- [Metroid Musing: Would You Like to Hear Dread-Style Voice Acting For Adam in a Potential Metroid Fusion Remake?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-would-you-like-to-hear-dread-style-voice-acting-for-adam-in-a-potential-metroid-fusion-remake/) - Raise your hand if you think it’s only a matter of time before Nintendo releases a full blown remake of Metroid Fusion. With its twentieth birthday in the rear-view mirror, and Metroid Dread injecting some much needed life into the series, not to mention the direct story tie in between Dread and Fusion, the timing
- [Metroid Musing: Do You Think Sylux Will Be a Playable Character in Metroid Prime 4?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-do-you-think-sylux-will-be-a-playable-character-in-metroid-prime-4/) - If you were a player dedicated enough to snag every expansion in Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, you would have been treated to a nifty cutscene of Samus’s gunship taking off in place, only to be menacingly followed by another gunship, that one belonging to the mysterious bounty hunter Sylux. Though nothing has been confirmed yet,
- [Metroid Musing: Would You Like The Ability To Arc Your Shinespark?](https://omegametroid.com/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 the days of Sonic, people
- [Metroid Musing: Should Samus Get New Power Ups in Super Smash Bros. For Defeating Other Fighters?](https://omegametroid.com/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 of new item that lets
- [Metroid Musing: Does Samus's Metroid DNA Make Her Immune to Diseases or Dangerous Parasites Like the Flood?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-does-samuss-metroid-dna-make-her-immune-to-diseases-or-dangerous-parasites-like-the-flood/) - After Samus was infected by an X Parasite in the events directly preceding the beginning of Metroid Fusion, Samus was given a vaccine created from a cell culture of the Baby Metroid that's saved Samus life more than once beforehand. This vaccine worked flawlessly, immediately killing all X Parasites in her body. However, this also
- [Episode 150 - Omega Metroid vs The Zelda Cast II: Zelda and Metroid Trivia Extravaganza!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-150-omega-metroid-vs-the-zelda-cast-ii-zelda-and-metroid-trivia-extravaganza/) - Get ready for the rematch! Last year, to celebrate 100 episodes of Omega Metroid, we took on the team over at The Zelda Cast in Zelda & Metroid Trivia and came up victorious. This year, to celebrate THREE YEARS and 150 EPISODES, the two teams clash again! Dakota Lasky and Doominal Crossing of Omega Metroid
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Metroid Purge + Metroid II Colorization](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-metroid-purge-metroid-ii-colorization/) - Get ready for an episode of ROM Hack Reviews that's frankly all over the place! We're talking not one, not two, but three different ROM Hack's, including Metroid Purge, a quickplay hack where you must defeat 10 Metroids in a short time, by Liam Najor, as well as Metroid II Colorization, a hack from Quantam
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Why I Don't Like Roguelike Games (And How Hades Changed My Opinion)](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-why-i-dont-like-roguelike-games-and-how-hades-changed-my-opinion/) - The first Spiteri Show of the year is here! In this episode, Andy details his beef with the roguelike genre of video games and why they're not for him. From the grinding to the repetitiveness to the lack of progress, roguelikes were never very high on the list of games to play... until Hades. Come
- [Episode 149 - "Floaty" Physics, Beam Combo's, Potential Remakes and More in Super Metroid Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-149-floaty-physics-beam-combos-potential-remakes-and-more-in-super-metroid-qa/) - Welcome back to another week of everyone's favorite Metroid podcast! This week, Andy is joined Omega Metroid's new Community Manager Lillith to tackle questions about what turned out to be BOTH of their favorite Metroid game: Super Metroid! The gang discuss the whether or not they like the "floaty" physics, whether beam stacking should ever
- [Check Out This Video On Who Created Metroid Prime's First Sound Effects](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-video-on-who-created-metroid-primes-first-sound-effects/) - Metroid Prime is a beloved game in the franchise. We frequently commend its music, atmosphere, world design, and structure. We talk endlessly on the accomplishment that Retro Studios was able to deliver. But one component of Metroid Prime that seems to fall off many people’s radar is the sound effect design. Just as the music
- [Check Out Doominal's Deep Dive on Metroid Prime's Soundtrack!](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-a-soundtrack-ahead-of-its-time/) - On November 18th, 2002, Metroid Prime redefined what was possible in a videogame of its time. Today on its 20th anniversary, Omega Metroid's own Doominal Crossing takes a look at one of the core fundamentals that contributes to this: the soundtrack. You've heard them ramble about this topic before on numerous episodes of the podcast,
- [Episode 148 - Guess That Metroid Character in 12 Questions Returns!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-148-guess-that-metroid-character-in-12-questions-returns/) - With nothing going on in the world of Metroid, the gang are joined by Omega Metroid Staff Writer Daniel Hoctor to play a game of Guess That Metroid Character! The guys have 12 yes or no questions to guess which character, enemy, or boss the others are thinking of! Come and see if you can
- [Episode 147 - Vesper Defense Outpost: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-147-vesper-defense-outpost-mapping-metroid/) - It's time for our first Mapping Metroid episode of 2023! This week, Dak and Doom are joined by our community's resident Metroid Prime Hunters expert, SPIRE_FAN, to talk about the Vesper Defense Outpost! This frozen munitions depot is packed with dangerous foes, Alimbic lore, and a face-off with Sylux. Tune in as the guys talk
- [Ranking the Metroid Fusion Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/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 overall narrative forward quite a
- [Metroid Musing: Do You Want to See the Space Pirates Return in 2D Metroid?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-do-you-want-to-see-the-space-pirates-return-in-2d-metroid/) - The Space Pirates have long plagued Samus and the Galactic Federation. For years, the Pirates waged war against our favorite bounty hunter, creating bioweapons, destroying planets, and capturing Metroids. As of right now, however, the Pirates find themselves in pretty dire straits. Defeated once and for all by Samus at the end of Super Metroid,
- [Episode 146 - All Your Metroid Musing Questions Answered!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-146-all-your-metroid-musing-questions-answered/) - Happy New Year! We're ringing in 2023 by tackling some of the Metroid Musing questions our amazing writers at OmegaMetroid.com have put together! On the docket today: Will Sylux be presented as a villain or an anti-hero in Metroid Prime 4? Should Other M's Accel Charge ever return? Do you consider AM2R an "official" Metroid
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Super Metroid Federation Force](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-super-metroid-federation-force/) - ROM Hack Reviews returns just in time to send off 2022 the right way! This month, two Metroid games are being smashed together to make Super Metroid: Federation Force. Made by Metaquarius, this hack attempts to bring some honor back to the Federation Force branding! Does it succeed? Or is the Galactic brand just cursed
- [Episode 145 - Our Hopes And Expectations For The Metroid Series In 2023!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-145-our-hopes-and-expectations-for-the-metroid-series-in-2023/) - As the year 2022 comes to a close, the gang reflect on a relatively quiet year for the Metroid series while looking ahead to 2023. What could be on the horizon for us? Is it finally time to see a Metroid Prime 4 trailer? What about the fabled Switch port of Metroid Prime Trilogy finally
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Andy's Top 15 SNES Games (That Aren't Super Metroid!)](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-andys-top-15-snes-games-that-arent-super-metroid/) - Happy holidays to all! This month, Andy's feeling festive and remembering the time he got a SNES for Christmas, so to honor that fond memory, we're counting down Spiteri's top 15 SNES games... that AREN'T Super Metroid (cause, well, then you'd all know what would be number one). There's a lot of ground and a
- [Metroid Musing: How Would You Rank the Series Based on How Often You Play Them?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-how-would-you-rank-the-series-based-on-how-often-you-play-them/) - I recently finished Metroid Fusion as part of the 20 year celebration. It didn’t sit as well with me this time around as I thought it would though, and it got me thinking. How would I rank the Metroid games now-a-days? Over the years, my tastes have change. Fusion once seemed up there with Super,
- [Check Out this Video Explaining Why People Don't Often Speedrun Metroid Prime](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-video-explaining-why-people-dont-often-speedrun-metroid-prime/) - The Metroid series is known for many things and speedrunning is no doubt one of them. Super Metroid alone appears quite frequently in speedrunning events, though you’ll certainly find many of the other 2D titles popping up. In fact, Dread has also become quite popular among the speedrunning community. So much so I’d say it
- [Metroid Musing: Do You Consider AM2R an “Official” Metroid Title?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-do-you-consider-am2r-an-official-metroid-title/) - Over on the Omega Metroid Patreon page, I’ve started a bonus series of shows called ROM Hack Reviews, highlighting the best and brightest Metroid ROM Hacks ever created. While there have been amazing Metroid fan games such as Metroid: Rogue Dawn, Prime 2D, Super Duper Metroid, and countless others, one game still stands above the
- [Check Out The Orpheon's New Video About Kraid](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-the-orpheons-new-video-about-kraid/) - Kraid has been an iconic part of the Metroid franchise since the very beginning. Kraid has been immortalized as an iconic member of Samus's rogues gallery with his appearances through various Metroid games and plenty of appearances in Super Smash Brothers. However, is there more to this giant lizard than just being a massive boss
- [Episode 144 - Definitively Ranking the Bosses of Metroid Fusion!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-144-definitively-ranking-the-bosses-of-metroid-fusion/) - We're concluding our run of Metroid Fusion shows in style, bringing the 20th anniversary to a close by ranking all of the different boss fights in the game! With a staggering 14 boss fights, we have a lot of ground to cover, so come and listen to what we think of Serris, Nightmare, B.O.X., Yakuza,
- [Check Out This Super Metroid Speedrunning Tutorial!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-super-metroid-speedrunning-tutorial/) - Speedrunning is and has always been a big part of Metroid games. From the very first title on NES, the series has encouraged players to go fast with special endings and other rewards. However, some like to compete and go even further beyond in an attempt to get the fastest time possible. To accomplish this,
- [Help Samus Celebrate the Holidays with these Metroid Ornaments](https://omegametroid.com/help-samus-celebrate-the-holidays-with-these-metroid-ornaments/) - I love the holiday season. From the frequent smell of baked goods making their way from the kitchen to the holiday lights filling the streets. It’s a time, and I hope this goes for everyone, where things tend to slow down. You truly get to sit back and enjoy the season, though I suppose if
- [Ranking the Metroid Prime 1 Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/ranking-the-metroid-prime-1-bosses/) - Metroid Prime is renowned for many things. The sound and music come alive in the world around you; the visuals provide striking differences from the lush Tallon Overworld to the sombre Chozo Ruins; and as you traverse the often breathtaking world, you reach those moments where, once again, Metroid Prime culminates into such fascinating experiences:
- [Metroid Musing: Where Should the Spin Boost and Cross Bombs Have Been Placed?](https://omegametroid.com/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, while Cross Bombs let Samus
- [Episode 143 - What We Would Want From a Metroid Fusion HD Remake](https://omegametroid.com/episode-143-what-we-would-want-from-a-metroid-fusion-hd-remake/) - Metroid Fusion month continues, as this week the boys are joined by Joey Ferris of GameXplain to discuss what they want in a hypothetical Metroid Fusion remake? Is to time to bring back voice acting? Would the Sectors being more interconnected lead to more exploration? How cool would playing as Samus on SR388 during the
- [Metroid Musing: Is Metroid II’s Spider Ball One of the Worst Abilities in the Series?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-is-metroid-iis-spider-ball-one-of-the-worst-abilities-in-the-series/) - I want to preface this Musing by saying that I don’t think you’d find anyone who didn’t at the very least enjoy the Spider Ball in the Metroid Prime series. Gliding across the magnetic rails, using your Boost to go flying across chasms, and rolling carefully to find hidden Missile Expansions are some of my
- [Examine What Makes Raven Beak's Character Design So Good in This Short Video Analysis](https://omegametroid.com/examine-what-makes-raven-beaks-character-design-so-good-in-this-short-video-analysis/) - Ever since Metroid fans first saw Raven Beak at the end of the second Metroid Dread trailer, they were captivated by who this powerful warrior could be, being able to completely shut down Samus so quickly and effortlessly. Just looking at the Dark Chozo, you can tell he means business, towering over Samus, wearing a
- [Episode 142 - Honoring 20 Years of Metroid Fusion](https://omegametroid.com/episode-142-honoring-20-years-of-metroid-fusion/) - From one 20 year anniversary to another, it's time to honor Metroid Fusion! In the first of three back to back episodes, Andy and Doom reminisce about Samus's first GBA adventure and recall their initial memories of the game, if releasing the same day as Metroid Prime helped or hurt it, how our opinions on
- [The Journey from Start to Space Jump in Metroid Prime 1 is an Extended Tutorial](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-the-journey-from-start-to-space-jump-in-metroid-prime-1-is-an-extended-tutorial/) - In Metroid Prime 1, there’s always been that strange break in the games pacing where you have to acquire the Space Jump. You return from Phendrana Drifts through Magmoor Caverns to get the boots. From there, you head back through Magmoor Caverns, and back to Phendrana Drifts where you get the Wave Beam. It feels
- [Episode 139 - Honoring 20 Years of Metroid Prime](https://omegametroid.com/episode-139-honoring-20-years-of-metroid-prime/) - Come and celebrate the legendary Metroid Prime with us over the next couple weeks as we honor the game on its 20th birthday. This week, Dak and Doom reminisce about their memories of Samus's first 3D adventure, how the game impacted them as Metroid fans, how Prime reshaped the series and changed its identity, Retro
- [DidYouKnowGaming Uncovers Lost Metroid Games](https://omegametroid.com/didyouknowgaming-uncovers-lost-metroid-games/) - One noteworthy aspect of Nintendo is how secretive they are and how protective they are of their IPs. Information regarding announcements from new Mario games to upcoming Smash Bros fighters are kept under tight security. The Metroid series is no exception to this, with a plethora of development mysteries still waiting to be discovered. Development
- [Check Out This Metroidvania About a Mouse on a Mission!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-metroidvania-about-a-mouse-on-a-mission/) - I love a good Metroidvania, and I love how indies have taken the genre and ran with it. We've all heard of the greats, like Hollow Knight and Blasphemous, but there are also some smaller, more niche titles that I feel don't get enough attention for how good they are. A recent game that I've
- [Check Out this Incredible Metroid Fusion Fan Art](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-incredible-metroid-fusion-fan-art/) - I’ve seen some pretty cool Metroid fanart in my time, but I caught this on Twitter and was just blown away. Jotas_arts94 did a fantastic job creating a centerpiece depicting Metroid Fusion. https://twitter.com/jotas_arts94/status/1590868097908424704 Starting things off, you’ve got the lifeless eyes of the SAX staring into your soul. And the helmet cleverly incorporates both the
- [20 Years Later: Look Back at What Led to Metroid Prime's Timeless Success](https://omegametroid.com/20-years-later-look-back-at-what-led-to-metroid-primes-timeless-success/) - As we celebrate Metroid Prime’s 20th anniversary, I can’t help but think just how well the game has stood the test of time. You’d be hard pressed to find a list of Metroid games where Prime 1 doesn’t sit in the top 2–yes, the battle between Super and Prime 1 never ends! But whether its
- [Episode 141 - Ranking the Bosses of Metroid Prime!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-141-ranking-the-bosses-of-metroid-prime/) - Our Metroid Prime celebration comes to a close in style this week, as Andy and Doom talk all things BOSSES in Metroid Prime! We're ranking every boss fight (and sub-boss fight too!) in the game, talking about what works to make these fights seem larger than life, which bosses could've used some extra spice, what
- [ROM Hack Reviews: DOOMtroid](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-doomtroid/) - One of the most widely fantasized crossovers in the video game world would be the merging of the Metroid and DOOM universes, so this month for ROM Hack Reviews, Andy plays the crossover game DOOMtroid! And of course, we couldn't talk about Metroid and DOOM without our own Doominal Crossing, so the fellas team up
- [Patreon Bonus Show: What Makes A Great Metroidvania?](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-what-makes-a-great-metroidvania/) - Everyone's favorite bonus show is back, this time doing an impromptu Q&A. First on the docket: what makes a great Metroidvania game? Andy weighs in and gives his opinions on what are key elements, and what are NOT key elements, and in constructing a fun, fair, rewarding, and not-frustrating experience. We also talk about the
- [Episode 140 - Definitively Ranking Metroid Prime](https://omegametroid.com/episode-140-definitively-ranking-metroid-prime/) - Definitive Ranking makes its triumphant return to evaluate arguably the greatest Metroid game of all time - Metroid Prime! Andy and Doom dive deep into all ten categories, and no surprise, Metroid Prime scores high on almost everything! Come play along, and as always, here’s the criteria for the Definitive Rankings: World / Atmosphere (the
- [Celebrate The Music of Metroid Prime With 'Prime: Metroid Reimagined', a Visual Tribute Album Out Now!](https://omegametroid.com/celebrate-the-music-of-metroid-prime-with-prime-metroid-reimagined-a-visual-tribute-album-out-now/) - When talking about one of the most celebrated games of all time, picking a specific part to single out as being the best part is always going to be challenging, and yet, if you were to tell me that the single best aspect of the genre-defining Metroid Prime was its soundtrack, I wouldn't put up
- [Check Out This Orchestral Arrangement of Serris/Yakuza Battle from Metroid Fusion](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-orchestral-arrangement-of-serris-yakuza-battle-from-metroid-fusion/) - What better way to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Metroid Fusion than to look back on some of its best features? While some might not agree, I think Fusion still has one of the best soundtracks in the series, with help from some of the franchise's best tracks like the boss battle theme for Serris
- [Episode 138 - Islets: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-138-islets-inspired-by-metroid/) - Inspired By Metroid makes its triumphant return, this time focusing on Islets, a surprisingly wholesome Metroidvania. Andy is joined by Omega Metroid Reporter Daniel Hoctor to examine the story of a little mouse named Iko as he tried to reunite the five seperate pieces of his home island and restore his world! Does Islets rise
- [Omega Metroid Merch Now Available: Show Your Love For Omega Metroid With These Fresh Fits!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-merch-now-available-show-your-love-for-omega-metroid-with-these-fresh-fits/) - It seems like just yesterday that Omega Metroid began as a small, humble podcast that had two guys talking about Metroid every week for an hour. Over the last three years, we’ve evolved from a podcast into a fully formed website complete with a news team, social media gurus, and Patreon channel. Now, we’re excited
- [Join the Speedrunning Hall of Fame November 4th-6th As They Race Metroid Dread and More In Suport of the National Alliance on Mental Illness](https://omegametroid.com/join-the-speedrunning-hall-of-fame-november-4th-6th-as-they-race-metroid-dread-and-more-in-suport-of-the-national-alliance-on-mental-illness/) - Starting this Friday, November 4, Speedrun Hall of Fame is hosting Skip the Stigma, a non-stop 3-day streaming event to help benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Throughout the event, you’ll have the opportunity to join in and help celebrate the fun and passion of speedrunning, and of course watch speedruners do what
- [Episode 137 - Alien In Review: The Tragic Twists of Alien³](https://omegametroid.com/episode-137-alien-in-review-the-tragic-twists-of-alien³/) - Alien In Review returns to tackle the third installment of the series that inspired Metroid: the much maligned Alien³. Directed by David Fincher, Alien³ places Ripley against a single Xenomorph on the abandoned prison on planet Fiorina. Andy and Gooey Fame go over the troubled development of the film, what we thought of the movies
- [Check Out this Amazing Samus Jack-o'-Lantern Suit!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-amazing-samus-jack-o-lantern-suit/) - Last October, Dread gave us the watermelon suit. This year, Reddit user XxgreencookiesxX treats us to an absolutely amazing Jack O Lantern suit. From head to arm cannon, their design is full of pumpkin goodness. Carved visor; giant jack o lantern shoulders; and even a devilish arm cannon that shoots out who knows what (pumpkin
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Metroid Spooky Mission](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-metroid-spooky-mission/) - Happy Halloween everyone! ROM Hack Reviews is back to take a gander at the SCARY hack Metroid: Spooky Mission! In this creepy adventure from Magconst, Imago has stolen the three tokens of Halloweenland and it's up to you to get them back or suffer eternal Christmas! There's a few surprises in store for you if
- [Metroid Musing: Would a Remix of a Classic Theme Have Helped Spice Up Metroid Dread’s Soundtrack?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-would-a-remix-of-a-classic-theme-have-helped-spice-up-metroid-dreads-soundtrack/) - After 19 agonizingly long years, the fabled Metroid Dread was finally released last October. By almost every single metric, it was an absolute homerun. Best selling game in the series? Yup! Nominated for Game of the Year by multiple outlets? You betcha! Beloved my fans? Almost universally! Metroid Dread was received so well by everyone,
- [Metroid Musing: What Power Rings From The Green Lantern Universe Would Samus Qualify For?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-what-power-rings-from-the-green-lantern-universe-would-samus-qualify-for/) - One of the most well known superheroes of all time is the Green Lantern. And, of course, there's more than one hero with that name, such as Hal Jordan and John Stewart. Depicted in the DC comics as some of the most powerful weapons in the universe, Lantern Rings come in a variety of colors
- [Episode 136 - Discussing the Creepiest Areas and Enemies in Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-136-discussing-the-creepiest-areas-and-enemies-in-metroid/) - With Halloween fast approaching, what better time than now to discuss some of the franchises most bone-chilling areas and adversaries! We discuss what makes the GFS Valhalla so creepy, how the EMMI Zones could have been a bit more dangerous, look at how the limitations of the early games made for some haunting settings, discuss
- [Learn About The History and Evolution of Samus' Animations in This Video Essay!](https://omegametroid.com/learn-the-history-and-evolution-of-samuss-animations-in-this-video-essay/) - Samus has appeared in numerous games across all of Nintendo's consoles. Her adventures have been in 2D, 3D, in first person, and at times, everything mixed together. Many aspects of Samus and the worlds she explores have changed over Metroid's 36 year history, but the animations for how Samus runs, jumps, fires her Arm Cannon,
- [New Super Metroid Speedrunning World Record (Any%) Achieved!](https://omegametroid.com/new-super-metroid-speedrunning-world-record-any-achieved/) - Back in August of 2020, famed speedrunner Zoasty beat the previous world record for speedrunning Super Metroid (any%). In a mere 40 minutes, 46 seconds he defeated Mother Brain and left planet Zebes in ruins. The last Metroid lay in waste, the planet in debris, and here a world record stood still, undefeated by milliseconds...
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Andy's Favorite Video Game Villains!](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-andys-favorite-video-game-villains/) - The Spiteri Show takes a turn towards the darkness this month as Andy unveils his list of favorite video game villains! We're talking about TWENTY different baddies, from the morally grey to the unstoppable monster to the lovable doofus to the fourth wall breaking, we're taking a trip around Bad Guy HQ to highlight some
- [Pre-Orders Now Open For Amazing Fan-Book "Pixel Art Metroid"!](https://omegametroid.com/pre-orders-now-open-for-amazing-fan-book-pixel-art-metroid/) - One thing that I've always wished Nintendo produced a bit more of with peripheral add-on material for their games that was just available to freely purchase, and not tied to any pre-orders to limited time offers. Beyond amiibo and the games themselves, there's often not much in the way of collectables for super fans like
- [Metroid Musing: Should Other M's Accel Charge Return?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-should-other-ms-accel-charge-return/) - Other M is generally known in the franchise for its many faults. It tried a variety of new things, most of which didn’t land with audiences as Sakamoto-san might have hoped. There was, however, at least one piece of Other M that I felt worked rather well: the Accel Charge. This handy little upgrade decreased
- [Could Metroid (NES) be Remade in 3D? This Video Provides a Good Pitch For Doing So!](https://omegametroid.com/could-metroid-nes-be-remade-in-3d-this-video-provides-a-good-pitch-for-doing-so/) - Metroid is one of most iconic games for the NES. Its focus on exploration, platforming, and ranged-oriented combat was quite a unique and new combination for the time, and it gained a cult following and spawned a legendary series that continues today. It officially got a remake in 2004 as Metroid: Zero Mission, a well-received GBA
- [Episode 135 - Metroid Dread Retrospective: One Year Later](https://omegametroid.com/episode-135-metroid-dread-retrospective-one-year-later/) - It's hard to believe, but it's been over a year since Metroid Dread released. This week, Andy and Dak are joined by Omega Metroid Website Reporter Griffin Olney to reminisce about their initial reactions to Dread being announced, the buildup towards the game and specifically whether or not Kraid should have been shown, how we
- [Metroid Musing: Would You Rather Know Ridley's Origins, or Leave It a Mystery?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-would-you-rather-know-ridleys-origins-or-leave-it-a-mystery/) - I remember as a kid, one of my favorite characters in any medium was Wolverine from the X-Men. Aside from being a super cool guy with a gruff demeanor, indestructible powers, cool metal claws, and a penchant for brawls, there was an air of mystery to him that made Logan so captivating. I remember when
- [Learn How To Better Understand Metroid Dread Through the Chozo Language](https://omegametroid.com/learn-how-to-better-understand-metroid-dread-through-the-chozo-language/) - We all have passions in life, some more important than others. And despite how miniscule or ridiculous it might sound, one of my passions is better understanding Metroid. It is without a doubt my favorite gaming franchise in existence, and before you go rolling your eyes (which you invariably already have by now) the fact
- [EXCLUSIVE: We Interview the Developers of Fan Game "Metroid 64", Plus Share New Screenshots and Animations!](https://omegametroid.com/exclusive-we-interview-the-developers-of-fan-game-metroid-64-plus-share-new-screenshots-and-animations/) - A couple months ago, a video showing off a hypothetical Metroid game in the style of your average third person shooter on the Nintendo 64 - appropriately codenamed Metroid 64 - started making it's way around the internet, showing off what a Metroid game on the N64 could have looked like. This demo, developed by
- [EXCLUSIVE: We Interview the Developers of Fan Game "Metroid 64", Plus Share New Screenshots and Animations!](https://omegametroid.com/exclusive-we-interview-the-developers-of-fan-game-metroid-64-plus-share-new-screenshots-and-animations/) - A couple months ago, a video showing off a hypothetical Metroid game in the style of your average third person shooter on the Nintendo 64 - appropriately codenamed Metroid 64 - started making it's way around the internet, showing off what a Metroid game on the N64 could have looked like. This demo, developed by
- [Check Out this In-Depth World Design Analysis of the Metroid Series](https://omegametroid.com/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 acquire some sort of item
- [Episode 134 - Making a Metroid Movie: Our Pitches, Ideas, and Casting Choices!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-134-making-a-metroid-movie-our-pitches-ideas-and-casting-choices/) - After a brief hiatus, the boys are back in town, as Andy and Doom get together to talk the most topical thing going around the net: the Super Mario Bros Movie trailer! We give our reactions to the trailer, Chris Pratt’s Mario voice, the animation, and more, and then shift over to what everyone really
- [Metroid Musing: Will Metroid 6 Introduce a New Metroid Ability For Samus?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-will-metroid-6-introduce-a-new-metroid-ability-for-samus/) - At the end of Metroid Dread, we discover that Samus’ Metroid DNA has awoken. In her final moment of defeat she transforms into her Metroid Suit and seizes Raven Beak. There we watch her new ability take over–the Metroid within her saps away not only the lifeforce within Raven Beak, but even the energy powering
- [Check Out This Fan-Made Cover of Metroid Fusion's Sector 4 Main Theme, Arranged in the Style of Metroid Prime!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-fan-made-cover-of-metroid-fusions-sector-4-main-theme-arranged-in-the-style-of-metroid-prime/) - I love Metroid. I love music. I really love Metroid music. I also really love fan works, and it is always a treat to find a new cover of an old favorite. Today we'll be looking at a cover by Phonetic Hero, an artist who has been recently working through the Metroid Fusion soundtrack. He
- [Episode 133 - Reviewing the ROM Hack 'Super Duper Metroid'!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-133-reviewing-the-rom-hack-super-duper-metroid/) - Our recording schedules didn't quite line up this week, so instead of a new episode of the podcast, we're releasing a old episode that will be new to almost everyone! We've unlocked the previously Patreon exclusive series ROM Hack Reviews to go over the Super Metroid hack Super Duper Metroid! Super Duper Metroid, an incredible
- [Metroid Musing: How Can Sylux be a Threat in Metroid Prime 4?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-how-can-sylux-be-a-threat-in-metroid-prime-4/) - Sylux has long been teased to have a larger role as the Metroid Prime series continues. His ship was last seen following Samus' at the end of Metroid Prime 3, and most recently, he had a cameo at the end of Metroid Prime: Federation Force. In Sylux's debut during the events of Metroid Prime Hunters,
- [Learn How to Recreate Metroid Prime Style Music in this Video Tutorial!](https://omegametroid.com/learn-how-to-recreate-metroid-prime-style-music-in-this-video-tutorial/) - I don't know much about music, but I know what I like, and I remember the first time I heard the distinctive synths of the Metroid Prime soundtrack, I knew that I was in love. I also knew that I hadn't heard anything in a video game that quite sounded anything like it, and even
- [Metroid Musing: Is Metroid Prime 3’s “Linearity” Really a Bad Thing?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-is-metroid-prime-3s-linearity-really-a-bad-thing/) - When discussing the Metroid Prime Trilogy, you’d be hard pressed to find someone that had many bad things to say. I hear praise heaped upon the games all the time, with people rightly proclaiming that the first Metroid Prime is one of the greatest and most innovative games of all time. Echoes is also often
- [Metroid Musing: What's Your Favorite amiibo Skin for the Federation Force Mechs?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-whats-your-favorite-amiibo-skin-for-the-federation-force-mechs/) - I think we could all probably agree that 2016's Metroid Prime: Federation Force wasn't exactly the way Metroid fans wanted to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the franchise, but to give the devil his due, there were some parts of the multiplayer-focused title that were pretty decent. Top among the cool things Federation Force did
- [Should We Be Worried About Metroid's Future? This Video Breaks Down Why Perhaps We Should!](https://omegametroid.com/should-we-be-worried-about-metroids-future-this-video-breaks-down-why-perhaps-we-should/) - Back in February, the first Nintendo financial report of 2022 gave news every Metroid fan was hoping for. In a 3 month time period, Metroid Dread sold 2.73 million copies, almost beating the lifetime sales of the previous best selling Metroid game, Metroid Prime, at a whopping 2.74 million copies sold. By now Metroid Dread
- [UPDATE: Metroid Dread Samus Figma Now Available for Pre-Order](https://omegametroid.com/good-smile-reveals-new-metroid-dread-figma-prototypes/) - UPDATE: The new Metroid Dread Samus figma is now available for pre-order! You can grab your pre-order on GoodSmile for $86.99 USD (and if you create an account before ordering from GoodSmile's website, you can get 50% off shipping!). The figure comes with posable joints, perfect for your most-desired poses, plus Morph Ball and Omega
- [Metroid Musing: Should Metroid Introduce Time Travel?](https://omegametroid.com/should-metroid-introduce-sci-fi-staples-like-time-travel/) - Despite being a sci-fi series set in the distant future, there are two sci-fi staples that Metroid has yet to explore in a significant way. First would be actually being in the vacuum of space. Samus wears Power Armor that seals her off from the outside and has spent some time in space, but that's
- [Check Out This Orchestral Arrangement of The Metroid Prime 2 Title Theme](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-orchestral-arrangement-of-the-metroid-prime-2-title-theme/) - As a lover of orchestral video game soundtracks and remixes, Wingus Dingus on YouTube has become one of my favorite channels as of late. So I was more than excited to see that not only a new upload had hit the channel in the past few weeks, but that it was another orchestral arrangement from
- [Episode 131 - Metroid This or That!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-131-metroid-this-or-that/) - On this week's episode, Dak and Doom play a game of Metroid This or That! We've got a bunch of different prompts and questions involving Metroid that Dak and Doom take their stances on. Would they rather take the slide or flash shift for the next 2D Metroid? Would they rather Samus have voice acting
- [Metroid Musing: Does Zero Mission Completely Replace NEStroid For You?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-does-zero-mission-completely-replace-nestroid-for-you/) - By the time Metroid for the NES neared its 18th birthday, a lot had changed in the Metroid series. By then, Metroid had introduced new items and powerups that became series staples, had refined its gameplay to include maps and markers, and generally moved away from the notion that getting *completely* lost was a great
- [Metroid Musing: Should Metroid Prime 4 Include More Than Four Beams and Visors?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-should-metroid-prime-4-include-more-than-four-beams-and-visors/) - While we still know very little about the mysterious Metroid Prime 4, beyond the developmental snafu of course, Nintendo calling it “Prime 4” does tell us a few things. We can safely assume that this game will: be an FPS; that scanning will make its return; and that this will feel familiar to the Metroid
- [Episode 132 - Frigate Orpheon: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-132-frigate-orpheon-mapping-metroid/) - Mapping Metroid returns, offering up a companion episode to our Tallon Overworld deep dive. This time, we're mapping two areas in one: the Frigate Orpheon! Come listen to us dissect the ship as it flies in space, talking about that Parasite Queen fight, the lore of the ship and what the Space Pirates are using
- [Episode 130 - Remakes, Releases, Beams, Directs, and More in Metroid Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-130-remakes-releases-beams-directs-and-more-in-metroid-qa/) - Welcome back to another instalment of the only weekly Metroid podcast on the internet! This week, we're answering your fan questions and touching on a top of different topics, including: what do we think a realistic timeline to release Metroid Prime 4, Trilogy and/or Prime HD is? Should Metroid Fusion get a remake before we
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Metroid Oil Spill](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-metroid-oil-spill/) - We are continuing the Game Boy Advance journey with this Metroid Fusion ROM Hack from Spedimus called Metroid: Oil Spill! Placing Samus on a freighter leaking (you guessed it) OIL, players will have to navigate this open world while trying to stay alive against the games brutal difficulty. Is this game what fans of a
- [Metroid Musing: Do You Think Releasing Metroid 2 on the NES Would Have Helped The Metroid Series Grow More?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-do-you-think-releasing-metroid-2-on-the-nes-would-have-helped-the-metroid-series-grow-more/) - Despite what some people may tell you in 2022, Metroid II: Return of Samus for the Game Boy is still a very enjoyable game to play. Yes, Metroid: Samus Returns and AM2R both improve on the original game in almost every conceivable way, but between the tension created with the small, tight screens and the
- [Former Retro Studios Developers Shed Light on Their Mysterious Canceled Legend of Zelda Spinoff Games](https://omegametroid.com/former-retro-studios-developers-shed-light-on-their-mysterious-canceled-legend-of-zelda-spinoff-games/) - If you've spent any time in the Zelda community, you may have heard whispers and rumors about a Legend of Zelda spinoff game starring Sheik, the alter-ego of Princess Zelda in Ocarina of Time, being developed by Retro Studios, the acclaimed developers of the Metroid Prime trilogy. Though this Sheikah-themed spinoff was mostly talked about
- [Episode 129 - Samus's Percentages: Will Metroid Prime 4 Launch on Nintendo's Next Console?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-129-samuss-percentages-will-metroid-prime-4-launch-on-nintendos-next-console/) - Welcome back to another edition of Samus's Percentages! The premise is simple: we read off a statement and then assign a percentage on said statement ever coming true. In the hot seat this week is our friend Kiwi Talkz, as he joins Andy to answer a bunch of questions, including: will Metroid Prime 4 debut
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Ask Spiteri Anything!](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-ask-spiteri-anything/) - This month on the Spiteri Show, Andy is answering fan questions that mostly centre on the art of podcasting! What's his favorite and least favorite episode of his shows? What episodes had the most technical difficulties? How does the editing process work? How did he get into podcasting in the first place? Why does this
- [Shinesparkers Launches "Operation Golem" for Organized Federation Force Matches](https://omegametroid.com/shinesparkers-launches-new-community-operation-golem-for-organized-federation-force-matches/) - There's still some love for some of Metroid's less popular titles - Metroid Prime: Federation Force, and its companion mode, Blast Ball! Shinesparkers unveiled their latest project, a community initiative for organized play called Operation Golem. This project brings together Metroid fans looking to play Federation Force and Blast Ball online with others. Both new
- [Episode 46: Metroid Merchandise and Fan Questions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-46-metroid-merchandise-and-fan-questions/) - On the two year anniversary of Metroid Prime 4's development being restarted, the boys look to a really cool project giving Metroid fans some much needed optimism: a Lego set based on Samus and the Metroid universe! We examine the set and give our takes on our most wanted pieces of Metroid merchandise, and our favorite
- [Episode 56: Interviewing the Developers of Prime 2D](https://omegametroid.com/episode-56-interviewing-the-developers-of-prime-2d/) - We've got a super special episode for you today as we sit down and chat with two members - Troid92 and Metroid Zapper - of the developmental team behind the absolutely awesome Prime 2D, a 2D fan game demo of (you guessed it) [REDACTED] Prime which recently just released a demo. The demo absolutely rocks,
- [Episode 67: Metroid Dread Gameplay Analysis Part 1](https://omegametroid.com/episode-67-metroid-dread-gameplay-analysis-part-1/) - Happy days, Metroid fans! We're still riding high on the announcement of Metroid Dread, so today we take to the Nintendo Treehouse Gameplay footage to break down and analyze as much of Samus's adventure of planet ZDR as we can. We talk all the new enemies, the Save Station, Adam and his role in the game, 360
- [Episode 68: Metroid Dread Gameplay Analysis Part 2 - Samus vs Corpius!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-68-metroid-dread-gameplay-analysis-part-2-samus-vs-corpius/) - We're still picking up our jaws off the floor after watching Part 1 of the Nintendo Treehouse, so we're ready to do it all over again for Part 2 of the Treehouse presentation! A big focus on this half is the focus on Samus's boss fight against Corpius, the Phantom Cloak and its uses in navigating the Planet
- [Episode 70: Analyzing the Sakamoto Diaries and Comparing Metroid Dread to Prime 4](https://omegametroid.com/episode-70-analyzing-the-sakamoto-diaries-and-comparing-metroid-dread-to-prime-4/) - Welcome to our last breakdown of the gameplay footage of Metroid Dread. This week, we take a listen to series producer Yoshio Sakamoto give an excellent Developmental History of Metroid Dread, offering context and info about the series to new players and old. We look over some new footage in the developer diary featuring Chozo Lore,
- [Episode 75: The Golden Age of Metroid, Metroid LEGOs, Dread Pre-Orders, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-75-the-golden-age-of-metroid-metroid-legos-dread-pre-orders-and-more/) - Dak is back, while Andy is off getting hitched (congratulations Andy and Sam!), as the show must go on. Doominal returns to join Dak for an in-depth reflection of the "Golden Age" of Metroid. We look back and reminisce on arguably the best time to be a Metroid fan. With so many great Metroid games
- [Episode 78: Analyzing the New Metroid Dread Trailer!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-78-analyzing-the-new-metroid-dread-trailer/) - After a 6 week hiatus, Andy and Dak are finally back together again and bringing the heat as they break down frame by frame the latest Metroid Dread trailer! We give our thoughts and theories over everything show, and break down what we consider spoilers and what we don't. Though we both agree that there
- [Episode 101 - Retro Studios, eShop Closures, and Nintendo Direct Reactions](https://omegametroid.com/episode-101-retro-studios-eshop-closures-and-nintendo-direct-reactions/) - There was no shortage of news this week to chat about, which always makes for a fun and breezy show. Andy and Doom are joined by Russ from the Tomes of Evil podcast to talk about the new Retro Studios concept art and what it means, the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U eShop closures and
- [Episode 118 - What New Ways Can Samus's Gunship Be Used In Future Titles?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-118-what-new-ways-can-samuss-gunship-be-used-in-future-titles/) - While the guys are still waiting for an actual Nintendo Direct to be announced, there's still much to talk about in the world of Metroid! On this week's episode, Dak and Doom reminisce on the reveal of Metroid Dread one year ago. They also chat about everyone's favorite Metroid spin-off, Federation Force, and what Sylux
- [Admiral Dane's Diner: Miso Mochtroid Egg Toasts](https://omegametroid.com/admiral-danes-diner-miso-mochtroid-egg-toasts/) - Welcome back to Admiral Dane's Diner, a monthly series where I attempt to create food with a Metroid based theme! Currently, the kitchen is still under construction, which means that I am still limited to a microwave and hot plate. Therefore, I have to be a little bit creative in what I can do. Through
- [Check Out this Deep Dive Into The Development and Lore of Metroid Prime (Part 1)](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-deep-dive-into-the-development-and-lore-of-metroid-prime-part-1/) - Nearly 20 years later, Metroid Prime is still filled with surprises ripe for discovery. Page after page filled with lore from Tallon IV's previous Chozo residents, to the Space Pirates staking their claim to the planet with their Phazon experiments on the native wildlife (and even themselves!). This goes beyond the game itself with all
- [Metroid Musing: Where Does the Diggernaut Rank Among Your Favorite Boss Battles in Metroid?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-where-does-the-diggernaut-rank-among-your-favorite-boss-battles-in-metroid/) - When Nintendo announced Metroid: Samus Returns, an enhanced remake of Metroid II: Return of Samus, at E3 2017 (after E3 was over... ugh), I began to wonder how this game would tackle one of the inherent limitations of Metroid II: that being fighting the same boss enemies over and over and over again. While fighting
- [Episode 128 - Ranking Every Metroid Game's Final Area!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-128-ranking-every-metroid-games-final-area/) - Summer's almost over Metroid fans, but not to worry because we've got just the remedy - a good ol' fashioned ranking episode! This week, Andy and Doom are judging every Metroid titles final area and ranking them from best to worst! What even constitutes a final area? What criteria do we use to grade them?
- [Metroid Musing: Would You Like To See Any of the Characters From Other M Return?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-would-you-like-to-see-any-of-the-characters-from-other-m-return/) - You know, I know, we all know what happened with Metroid: Other M. So much has been written and discussed and dissected about what went wrong or could have and should have happened with that game that it seems redundant to start another conversation about authorization, melodrama, or "the baby". What I'm curious about is
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Metroid Scrolls Six](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-metroid-scrolls-six/) - We're back with another ROM Hack, and this time, we're goin somewhere we've never gone before: the Game Boy Advance! In this Metroid: Zero Mission ROM Hack, programmers Conner, OneOf99, CaptGlitch, and JRP push Metroid into the realm of magic and dragons with Metroid: Scrolls Six! This hack has an amazing original soundtrack and everything you
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Assembling a Microsoft Smash Bros. Game Roster!](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-assembling-a-microsoft-smash-bros-game-roster/) - The Spiteri Show returns, and this time around, Andy is assembling his roster for the inevitable Microsoft Smash Bros-style party fighter! Picking a roster of 25 and explaining why those characters would be a good fit was a fun challenge, and some of the roster characters may surprise you! Listen to The Spiteri Show!
- [Episode 107 - Ranking Every Metroid-Themed Stage in Smash Bros.!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-107-ranking-every-metroid-themed-stage-in-smash-bros/) - The whole crew are back together this week to talk about two of the things they love most - Metroid and Super Smash Bros.! We go around the table and definitively rank each Metroid-themed stage in Smash, discussing things like the differences between Planet Zebes and Brinstar, if you can have a great Smash match
- [Episode 102 - How Metroid Dread Can Be Represented in the Next Smash Bros.](https://omegametroid.com/episode-102-how-metroid-dread-can-be-represented-in-the-next-smash-bros/) - Ahead of a major OMEGA METROID DIRECT dropping on March 3rd, the boys are back together discussing two of their favorite things: Metroid and Smash Bros.! We sit down to discuss how the release of Metroid Dread could influence the next Smash Bros. game. We go over what Raven Beak could look like as a
- [Episode 62: Metroid in Smash Bros. - Our Dream Movesets, Stages, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-62-metroid-in-smash-bros-our-dream-movesets-stages-and-more/) - Get ready to brawl! This week, Andy and Dak talking Metrod and Smash, as they pitch movesets and Final Smashes for characters like Dark Samus, Kraid, and Sylux, talk about which special moves should be changed in Ridley, examine the more technical side of Ridley's moveset, pitch their dream Metroid stages and what they may
- [Episode 49: Our Favorite Metroid Box Art, Samus in Smash, and Other Metroid Q&A’s!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-49-our-favorite-metroid-box-art-samus-in-smash-and-other-metroid-qas/) - WOWWWW! Leave it to Nintendo to announce a Nintendo Direct the day after we record this weeks episode! Here's hoping for some Metroid news! In the meantime, we got a nice lil Q&A episode! What new enemies do we want to see? What's our least favorite thing about our favorite Metroid? Is Samus misrepresented in
- [Episode 30: The Metroid Series in Super Smash Bros.](https://omegametroid.com/episode-30-the-metroid-series-in-super-smash-bros/) - SUPER SMASH BROTHEEEERS! This week is all about the history of Metroid in the Super Smash Bros series, from the N64 to the Switch. The guys reminisce about how Smash introduced them to Metroid, talk about how the stages have never been strong, the incredible music arrangements, and Ridley's long long journey to becoming a
- [Episode 124 - Metroid Prime Pinball Retrospective!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-124-metroid-prime-pinball-retrospective/) - After two and a half years, the game EVERYONE has been dying to talk about finally has it's time in the sun on the Omega Metroid Podcast! No, it's not Metroid Prime 4 - it's Metroid Prime Pinball! We go as in depth as anyone has ever went into this game, breaking down each table,
- [Vibe With This Haunting New Metroid Album, "Samus & Piano"](https://omegametroid.com/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 companion piece to the aforementioned
- [Omega Metroid's Summer of Metroid Madness Character Contest: And The Winner Is...](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroids-summer-of-metroid-madness-character-contest/) - Hello everybody and WELCOME to Omega Metroid's SUMMER OF METROID MADNESS. Do you have a favorite Metroid character? Do you like characters facing off in intense duels? Do you thrive on the excitement of predicting an entire bracket? If so, then we've got what you need. The premise is simple: 32 Metroid characters will go head
- [Metroid Musing: Can Any Future 2D Metroid Remakes Get Away With Not Having the Slide?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-can-any-future-2d-metroid-remakes-get-away-with-not-having-the-slide/) - If you were to ask me what my favorite Metroid game is, I’d probably answer on most days that it’s Super Metroid. It was my first Metroid game, and it’s still an amazingly put together video game, almost 30 years after its release. I replay it often, I love the physics, and I still get
- [Sorry Metroid Fans, But Brie Larson Would Be The Perfect Samus](https://omegametroid.com/sorry-metroid-fans-but-brie-larson-would-be-the-perfect-samus/) - Stop me if you’ve ever heard the phrase “what’s best for business”. This is usually said with a kind of negative connotation, as it’s usually associated with the idea of doing something unpopular, uncomfortable, unsavory, and just generally difficult. However, it doesn’t always have to be that way. Sometimes what’s best for business is the
- [First Hunt: A First-Time Playthrough of Metroid Prime Hunters](https://omegametroid.com/first-hunt-a-first-time-playthrough-of-metroid-prime-hunters/) - Metroid Prime Hunters has always been relatively under my radar when it comes to Metroid games. That is to say, I didn't know it existed until 2021! Surprising, since the game sold quite well and has a passionate fanbase. So when I saw the game at a garage sale, I picked it up and decided
- [OPINION: Metroid 6 Should Move On From Samus as the Main Protagonist](https://omegametroid.com/opinion-metroid-6-should-move-on-from-samus-as-the-main-protagonist/) - One of the most tantalizing moments in any long-running series or story is the moment a story arc finally reaches its conclusion. This is great not only because the story has reached its climax and (hopefully) paid off the buildup, structure, and threads lain down, but because, no matter if the arc ended with a
- [OPINION: Metroid Needs a New Breed of Villain - The Three Dimensional Villain](https://omegametroid.com/opinion-metroid-needs-a-new-breed-of-villain-the-three-dimensional-villain/) - As we all know, Metroid celebrated its 35th anniversary this past year with the release of Metroid Dread. Longevity like that is an incredible achievement, and really makes you appreciate how much Metroid has changed and evolved over the years, something that’s undoubtedly lead to the staying power the series has enjoyed over that time.
- [Join TheSpeedGamers March 11-13th for a Metroid Marathon Benefitting Zero Prostate Cancer](https://omegametroid.com/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 incentives and shenanigans, to support
- [Metroid Dread, Kaizo Super Metroid Scheduled for SGDQ 2022](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-kaizo-super-metroid-scheduled-for-sgdq-2022/) - Games Done Quick has announced their schedule for their 2022 summer line up, and Metroid Dread is on the list making its inaugural appearance along with Kaizo Super Metroid. Almost every Metroid game in the series has a well established speed running community supporting it, so it is no surprise that Metroid Dread had speed
- [Making the "Forbidden" Metroid Prime 2 Cake](https://omegametroid.com/making-the-forbidden-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 to me. One, the black
- [Admiral Dane's Diner: Meta Ridley (and Red Ridley) Wings!](https://omegametroid.com/admiral-danes-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 (like say Zelda or the
- [Admiral Dane's Diner: Maridia Popcorn Seasoning](https://omegametroid.com/admiral-danes-diner-maridia-popcorn-seasoning/) - Welcome back to Admiral Dane's Diner, a monthly series where I attempt to create food with a Metroid theme! Currently, I have no kitchen (it is under construction) and am limited to a microwave and a hotplate for the time being. Therefore, I have to be a little bit creative with what I can come
- [Watch This Video Speculating on What Prime 4 Has in Store for Metroid Fans](https://omegametroid.com/what-metroid-prime-4-could-be-like/) - Several months beyond the release of Metroid Dread, and several years since the game's initial announcement, Metroid Prime 4 is still a mystery to Metroid fans. Who knows what it will have in store for us? Room 100 Entertainment has joined the speculation, recently releasing a comprehensive video on what the highly-anticipated fourth entry of
- [Check Out This Video Discussing The Brilliant Animation of Metroid Dread](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-video-discussing-the-brilliant-animation-of-metroid-dread/) - With the release of Metroid Dread, Samus has made a comeback and has never looked better. I'm not just talking about Samus' new look for her Power Suit, but all of her animations and attentions to detail made by the developers at Mercury Steam. Dan Root from Video Game Animation Study goes in-depth in his
- [Watch This Speedrunner Be The First to Beat Metroid Dread in Under An Hour!](https://omegametroid.com/watch-this-speedrunner-be-the-first-to-beat-metroid-dread-in-under-an-hour/) - As the time to complete Metroid Dread has been shaved down further and further by speedrunners, it was only a matter of time before somebody beat the game in less than an hour. Now, it's officially been done. Last Friday, speedrunner Arkandy took to Twitter to announce their incredible news - the completion of the
- [Episode 127 - Alien in Review: Ripley Returns in ALIENS!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-127-alien-in-review-ripley-returns-in-aliens/) - Welcome back to the SECOND edition of our newest podcast sub-series, Alien in Review, where Andy and his Virtual Theater co-host Gooey Fame go through and watch every movie in the Alien franchise, the series that inspired Metroid! This week, Andy and Goo are watching James Cameron's 1986 sequel, ALIENS! We discuss a variety of
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Summer Games Roundup!](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-summer-games-roundup/) - In the latest episode of the Spiteri Show, Andy reveals that he couldn't quite bring himself to play the new Kirby game (yet!), so instead, he takes you through his thoughts on the games he's played this summer: a Metroidvania, a Zelda-like, a classic RPG, and his first Souls game! Come hear about Andy's thoughts
- [Metroid Musing: Are You a Fan of the Metroidvania Genre, Or Only Metroid Specifically?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-are-you-a-fan-of-the-metroidvania-genre-or-only-metroid-specifically/) - Over the course of the Omega Metroid Podcast, we've developed a sub-series of the show called Inspired By Metroid. In these episodes, we review games that Metroid had an influence on in terms of aesthetic, world structure, and more, in hopes of finding good games to recommend to Metroid fans. We’ve covered some amazing games
- [Metroid Musing: Do You Think We've Seen the Last of the Mawkin Tribe?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-do-you-think-weve-seen-the-last-of-the-mawkin-tribe/) - When Mercury Steam took over development of the 2D Metroid series, they set out to do something that had previously been unthinkable: make the seemingly benevolent Chozo race into something darker and more sinister. First teased at the end of Samus Returns and revealed in full in Metroid Dread, Raven Beak was presented as the
- [Episode 126 - Summer of Metroid Madness Predictions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-126-summer-of-metroid-madness-predictions/) - Welcome to another week of the Omega Metroid Podcast! This week, Andy and Doom and joined by Omega Social Media Manager Jules Gia to discuss the upcoming Summer of Metroid Madness tournament! What the heck is that? Glad you asked! Summer of Metroid Madness is a tournament Omega Metroid us running starting TOMORROW August 16th
- [Episode 125 - Tallon Overworld: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-125-tallon-overworld-mapping-metroid/) - After six long months, Mapping Metroid makes its triumphant return, as does the original podcast dream team of Andy and Dak! Reunited, the entire gang dive as deep into Tallon Overworld as anyone ever has, discussing all of their favorite rooms in the area, their first impressions, the area serving as an important hub spot
- [Check Out The MetroidHQ Marathon Already Underway Until August 8th!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-the-metroidhq-marathon-already-underway-until-august-8th/) - MetroidHQ's annual Metroid marathon is now underway, benefitting Child's Play Charity and featuring a cast of great Metroid fans dropping in with runs and races across the entire Metroid series. The marathon began earlier today and lasts until Monday, August 8th. This is an event for any and all kinds of Metroid fans, as you'll
- [Metroid Musing: What Is Samus's Ultimate Weapon: the Power Bomb or the Screw Attack?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-musing-what-is-samuss-ultimate-weapon-the-power-bomb-or-the-screw-attack/) - Growing up playing the earlier Metroid titles like Super, Return of Samus, and NEStroid, it was always apparent to me that the pinnacle of Metroid’s gameplay loop of collecting powerups for Samus was the point when you acquired the Screw Attack, a move so powerful that you could literally slice enemies into bits by simply
- [Unlock This Previously Limited Metroid Dread Theme in Tetris 99 on August 10th!](https://omegametroid.com/unlock-this-previously-limited-metroid-dread-theme-in-tetris-99-on-august-10th/) - For any of you Metroid fans out there that enjoy a good game of Tetris, you're in luck! The (surprisingly fantastic) Tetris battle royal game, Tetris 99, is offering players a chance to snag a Metroid Dread theme for their game. This theme had previously been available for a limited amount of time in October
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Junkoid](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-junkoid/) - ROM Hack Reviews is back in action and this month we’re talking junk! That’s right – the new NEStroid mod by P. Yoshi and Mindflower called Junkoid is on the docket this month! Featuring new characters, new sprites, new stories, original music, and whacky powerups, we went in depth on this cute hack! Come find
- [Speedrunner Claims World Record in Two Metroid Dread Boss Rush Categories](https://omegametroid.com/speedrunner-claims-world-record-in-two-metroid-dread-boss-rush-categories/) - As we continue our recent coverage of Metroid speedrunning, there's one discipline we haven't taken to task just yet - speedrunning Metroid Dread's Boss Rush mode. Speedrunner Marshmard has taken this mode to task though, claiming two world records in Dread's Boss Rush mode just within the past week. According to Speedrun.com, Marshmard now holds
- [Episode 123: ”Next Mission,” Metroid Music, and More with Lacey Johnson!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-123-next-mission-metroid-music-and-more-with-lacey-johnson/) - This week on the show, our resident audio expert Doom is joined by none other than musical extraordinaire and Metroid fan Lacey Johnson! Lacey has just recently released her newest album, "Next Mission," a 12-track love letter to the Metroid franchise featuring covers from Super Metroid, Metroid Prime, and more, all performed and arranged by
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Recapping / BTS of the 2022 Zelda Dungeon Marathon!](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-recapping-bts-of-the-2022-zelda-dungeon-marathon/) - We're back for the latest episode of the Spiteri Show! Andy just got back from Chicago participating in the 2022 Zelda Dungeon Marathon and has a ton of fun behind the scenes stories, fun recaps of his races, some great wrestling-ism's, a little podcasting talk, tech showcasing, and looking forward to future marathons! Could we
- [Check Out This All Items Speedrun of Metroid Prime Hunters](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-all-items-speedrun-of-metroid-prime-hunters/) - Speedrunning is one of the many foundational elements of what we love about Metroid. But when it comes to speedrunning, Metroid Prime Hunters is rarely in the conversation. If a game can be completed fast, it will be completed fast one point or another, and Hunters is no different! Back around the release of Metroid
- [Nintendo Acquires CG Animation Studio and Other M Post-Production Contributor Dynamo Pictures](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-acquires-cg-animation-studio-and-other-m-post-production-contributor-dynamo-pictures/) - Revealed in an announcement earlier today, Nintendo has acquired Dynamo Pictures, a CG animation production company that will become "Nintendo Pictures." The move will make Nintendo Pictures a wholly-Nintendo owned subsidiary by October 2022. Dynamo Pictures has a lengthy track record in anime TV and animated movie production, including work on season 2 of Ghost
- [Pre-Orders For This Incredible Fan-Made Metroid Dread Instruction Booklet Are Open Now!](https://omegametroid.com/pre-orders-for-this-incredible-fan-made-metroid-dread-instruction-booklet-are-open-now/) - A relic of a bygone era, the instruction manual used to be a collection of incredible artwork, informative information, details about a games story, and a nice compliment to the video game journey you were about to embark on. While sadly almost no games come with a traditional instruction booklet anymore, at least one artist
- [Watch Speedrunner Oatsngoats Attempt An Impossible Super Metroid Randomizer](https://omegametroid.com/watch-speedrunner-oatsngoats-attempt-an-impossible-super-metroid-randomizer/) - Dedicated Metroid fans are no strangers to randomizers. Popular speedrunner Oatsngoats is certainly one of them, having attempted many Super Metroid randomizers throughout the years. This week, Oatsngoats tries a whole new challenge: a Super Metroid randomizer that seemed near-impossible from the outset. In his latest YouTube video, Oatsngoats takes on what the upload calls
- [Episode 122 - Reviewing "Mr. and Mrs. Mother Brain" from Captain N: The Game Master!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-122-reviewing-mr-and-mrs-mother-brain-from-captain-n-the-game-master/) - LANGUAGE IN THIS EPISODE IS NSFW! DO NOT LISTEN OUT LOUD OR AROUND YOUNGER LISTENERS! What’s up Omega Metroid fans! This week, we’ve got something waaay different than usual – in fact, it’s not even a proper episode of the Omega Metroid Podcast! Andy is away for the Zelda Dungeon Marathon, Dak is out of
- [Episode 121 - Is It Time To Forgive Other M?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-121-is-it-time-to-forgive-other-m/) - Welcome back to another week of Omega! This week, the fellas are tackling a bunch of different #MetroidMusing questions, including this doozey: 12 years removed from the game launching, is it time to forgive Other M and embrace it's good qualities while leaving behind what it did wrong, or should fans hold the game accountable
- [Check Out This Video Analyzing the Tragedy of Samus Aran](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-video-analyzing-the-tragedy-of-samus-aran/) - Much of the Metroid lore presented to players leaves room for plenty of speculation. Details that give a general sense of what happened on a planet before Samus arrived is to be expected, but enough is told through environmental story telling that fan speculation is able to fill in some blanks. Enough is left out
- [SamoStudios Releases Updated Version of Metroid Cinematica](https://omegametroid.com/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 cover album, but to be
- [Episode 120 - Samus’s Percentages: Where in the Timeline Will Metroid Prime 4 Take Place?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-120-samuss-percentages-where-in-the-timeline-will-metroid-prime-4-take-place/) - Andy and Doom are back in the hot seat this week for another edition of SAMUS’S PERCENTAGES! The premise is simple: we read a statement and assign a percentage on how likely we think it is to be true! Will Prime 4 have more than four beams and visors to choose from? Where will the
- [Episode 74: Alien: Isolation - Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-74-alien-isolation-inspired-by-metroid/) - After a long hiatus, Inspired By Metroid returns, and in a somewhat serendipitous turn of events, we examine a game modeled after the great 3D Metroids that' from the series that helped inspire Metroid! That's right, its finally time to talk Alien! Andy is joined by Zelda Dungeon and Boss Rush Network's David Lasby - himself a
- [Episode 111 - Samus’s Percentages: How Likely To Be True Are These Statements?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-111-samuss-percentages-how-likely-to-be-true-are-these-statements/) - Welcome to a new segment on the show we like to call Samus's Percentages! The premise is simple: we read a statement out loud and then assign a percentage on how true or likely we believe the statement to be. On today's debut episode, we have a whole bunch of doozeys, including: will Metroid Prime
- [Episode 112 - Alien Retrospective: The Movie That Inspired Metroid!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-112-alien-retrospective-the-movie-that-inspired-metroid/) - We've got a special treat for you this week as Andy's Virtual Theater (the podcast about video game movies and the stories that shape them) co-host Gooey Fame is joining the pod for a retrospective of not only one of the greatest sci-fi movies of all time, but the movie that heavily inspired the Metroid
- [ROM Hack Reviews: V I T A L I T Y](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-v-i-t-a-l-i-t-y/) - Metroid is a series known for its atmospheric feel, and in the latest ROM Hack Review, we're looking at a hack that takes that atmosphere and elevates it to the next level! Created by Digital Mantra, V I T A L I T Y is a Super Metroid hack that places Samus on the planet
- [Check Out This Vs. Sylux Remix for Metroid Prime 4 by Seregoss](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-vs-sylux-remix-for-metroid-prime-4-by-seregoss/) - The Metroid Prime party never stops! With this week's Metroid Prime remaster rumors and continued speculation on when we'll see Metroid Prime 4, everyone's talking about Metroid Prime in some way, shape, or form. Music producer Seregoss has also joined the fray with the upload of a new remix of the Vs. Sylux theme from
- [Episode 119 - How Should The Metroid Prime Games Be Released on Switch, If At All?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-119-how-should-the-metroid-prime-games-be-released-on-switch-if-at-all/) - The dynamic duo of Doom and Dak are back for another news cycle of Metroid Prime remaster rumors! After discussing current events and the latest movies and shows they've watched, the guys dive into the ruckus around the latest Nintendo presentations and the lack of a full Nintendo Direct this past month. Then, they tackle
- [Learn How The Theme of Samus Has Evolved From BillPill](https://omegametroid.com/learn-how-the-theme-of-samus-has-evolved-from-billpill/) - A new video by BillPill analyzes one of Metroid's most iconic tracks, the Theme of Samus, show and appreciate how the song has been utilized to introduce players to everyone's favorite bounty hunter. BillPill has taken a deep look into each variation of the theme to find out what makes the track so iconic, how
- [Check Out These "Bugged" Bug Pins from Metroid Database](https://omegametroid.com/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, if Samus destroys the breakable
- [AM2R Developers Join Team Behind New Hand-Drawn Metroidvania, Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus](https://omegametroid.com/am2r-developers-join-team-behind-new-hand-drawn-metroidvania-bo-path-of-the-teal-lotus/) - Inspired by Japanese folklore, genre-defining Metroidvanias like Hollow Knight, and the visual eye-candy of titles like Okami and Paper Mario, Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus launched a successful Kickstarter campaign earlier this year that blew past it's goal of $35,000 with nearly $175,000 raised by over 3,800 backers. With this enormously fruitful campaign, developers
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Andy's Favorite Movies](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-andys-favorite-movies/) - Welcome to another installment of the Spiteri Show! I didn't have enough time last month to fit both non-Nintendo games AND favorite movies, so this month, it's all about the silver screen! As you might imagine, there's a lot of sci-fi, as obvious candidates like Blade Runner, Ex Machina, and Alien make the cut, but
- [Check Out The Original Metroid Prime Live-Action Commercial in 4K](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-the-original-metroid-prime-live-action-commercial-in-4k/) - The lead-in to Metroid Prime's launch on the Gamecube in 2002 was accompanied by a live-action commercial featured on TV and in theaters. Now, you can rewatch this classic commercial in 4K thanks to contributions by Denis-Carl Robidoux on YouTube. Many fans have already seen this commercial, but likely in very poor quality. This new
- [Samus and EMMI Custom Characters Created in Rivals of Aether](https://omegametroid.com/samus-and-emmi-custom-characters-created-in-rivals-of-aether/) - Rivals of Aether modders have created two new custom characters for the fighting game's roster, Samus and the E.M.M.I., shown off in this debut trailer! An indie fighting game created by Dan Fornace, Rivals of Aether takes a few cues from Super Smash Bros. So it's no surprise that fans have added some custom-built Nintendo
- [Episode 117 - A Zelda Fan Plays Super Metroid For The First Time: Thoughts and Reactions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-117-a-zelda-fan-plays-super-metroid-for-the-first-time-thoughts-and-reactions/) - Like many of you, we assumed that there would be a “don’t-call-it-E3” Nintendo Direct this week, and so we waited and waited and waited until by the time it was clear there wasn’t going to be one, we didn’t have time to record! Fret not though – we have a special episode lined up for
- [Watch This Video Analyzing What Makes Metroid Dread's Suits So Great](https://omegametroid.com/watch-this-video-analyzing-what-makes-metroid-dreads-suits-so-great/) - A new Metroid title typically means new suits for the title's hero Samus, and Metroid Dread delivered on all fronts. The moment Metroid Dread was announced in the summer of 2021, the new blue "Dread" suit Samus was wearing as she dropped into frame was the topic of discussion by all. Oliverthegamer3 discusses in their
- [Episode 116 - Metroid Prime 4 Finally Shows Up and More Nintendo Direct Predictions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-116-metroid-prime-4-finally-shows-up-and-more-nintendo-direct-predictions/) - Although as of yet still unannounced, a Nintendo Direct is looming, and a big one at that, as the Direct that would normally air during E3 (if E3 were still happening, that is) is always a big one, and we're a week away from that time! This week, Andy and Doom are having a back
- [Groove Through the Groves of Brinstar With This Bumping Remix](https://omegametroid.com/groove-through-the-groves-of-brinstar-with-this-bumping-remix/) - DjtheSdotcom has taken the grooves from green Brinstar and remixed them with the haunting main theme from Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, turning the bass up to the max! What we get is an electronic power jam that will pump anyone up enough to run across the noob bridge. Listen to the shifts in melody and
- [Learn the Incredible Story Behind the Development of AM2R](https://omegametroid.com/learn-the-incredible-story-behind-the-development-of-am2r/) - Another Metroid 2 Remake, also known as AM2R, is one of the greatest, most legendary, and most celebrated fan created games of all time. Milton Guasti (Doctor M64), a programmer and sound engineer from Argentina shares their story of how the game came to be and their experience creating the game with interviewers Ariana Isbell
- [Samus Shinesparks Into Outer Space in This Playful Short](https://omegametroid.com/samus-shinesparks-into-outer-space-in-this-playful-short/) - Shinesparking makes everything go faster, so why not make a video short go even faster?! Watch this playful short take on what Samus could be capable of with no restraint while utilizing her infamous Shinespark. Enemies, ground, atmosphere; nothing can hold back the Shinespark when Samus has fully harnessed her Speed Boost, and this short
- [Get Swept Away In This Amazing New Metroid Fan Album From Musician Lacey Johnson](https://omegametroid.com/get-swept-away-in-this-amazing-new-metroid-fan-album-from-musician-lacey-johnson/) - Prolific musician Lacey Johnson returns with an absolute banger of an album, this time focused on the Metroid series. Having previously released covers and albums featuring the music of franchises like Street Fighter, Castlevania, and Final Fantasy (as well as some previous Metroid tunes!), Johnson now turns her attention towards Samus in her new album
- [Episode 115 - Definitively Ranking Metroid: Samus Returns](https://omegametroid.com/episode-115-definitively-ranking-metroid-samus-returns/) - Definitive Ranking is back for a brand new installment focused on Samus’s first new (at the time) 2D Metroid game in over a decade, the apply named Metroid: Samus Returns! We’re breaking it down, discussing the categories and topics such as: did the gameplay innovations made in Samus Returns land, or were they a little
- [ROM Hack Reviews: B2-TW](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-b2-tw/) - We're back with our (ahem) balls to the walls - Morph Balls, that is! In our latest ROM Hack Review, we're taking a look at the unique B2-TW, a hack by Grime in which you play in Morph Ball form the entire time, jumping, bombing, puzzling, and even fighting enemies in close quarters with many
- [Check Out Moo Lander, The World's First "Mootroidvania", Launching Today!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-moo-lander-the-worlds-first-mootroidvania-launching-today/) - If you've ever thought to yourself "man, I really wish there was a game like Metroid out there where I controlled a UFO and battled an assortment of evil cows", first of all, congratulations, your imagination is greater than mine, and second of all, you're in luck! Moo Lander, a self professed "Mootroidvania" (gotta love
- [Relive the Events of Super Metroid in This Fun Animated Short](https://omegametroid.com/relive-the-events-of-super-metroid-in-this-fun-animated-short/) - Fans of the Metroid series have long been supportive about the idea of a television show or movie based on everyone's favorite bounty hunter. Support has been so tremendous that some fans have taken it upon themselves to make more media for Nintendo's space adventure series. 64 Bits has created a fun entertaining short of
- [Learn More About "The Living Weapon" Kanden in this Metroid Lore Video!](https://omegametroid.com/learn-more-about-the-living-weapon-kanden-in-this-metroid-lore-video/) - For many veterans of the DS multiplayer focused title Metroid Prime Hunters, one of the most tantalizing aspects of the game was playing as a character not named Samus and being able to experience the Metroid world through a different visor. One character that players had the ability to play as was Kanden, described as "a lab
- [Episode 114 - Ori and the Blind Forest: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-114-ori-and-the-blind-forest-inspired-by-metroid/) - Welcome to another installment of Inspired By Metroid! This week, we're diving into a game that helped launch the Metroidvania renaissance, Moon Studio's 2015 masterpiece, Ori and the Blind Forest! Andy describes this game as "one of the greatest games ever made"", and this week we dive into all the reasons why that is. From
- [Learn Chozo With This Community Written Language Course](https://omegametroid.com/learn-chozo-with-this-community-written-language-course/) - Chozo is a mysterious language, with only two games having ciphers for the English language - Metroid: Other M and Metroid Dread. While Metroid: Other M has just a simple English-to-Chozo cipher, the team at MercurySteam went one step further and developed a constructed language (or conlang) for the cipher in Metroid Dread. After 8
- [Check Out Figma Samus Taking on Bionicle Mother Brain!](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-figma-samus-taking-on-bionicle-mother-brain/) - The iconic SNES battle between Samus and Mother Brain has been recreated with a Figma figurine of Samus and an impressive Mother Brain model constructed completely out of LEGO Bionicle pieces! Everyone remembers the battle between Mother Brain on Zebes and Samus Aran in Super Metroid. MootroidXproductions has certainly breathed new life into this iconic
- [Torvus Bog Theme Recreated by Music Producer SynaMax](https://omegametroid.com/torvus-bog-theme-recreated-by-music-producer-synamax/) - Electronic music producer SynaMax released a new video on his Youtube channel yesterday featuring a remastered recreation of the fan favorite "Torvus Bog" track from Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. SynaMax, who has gained popularity from the Metroid fan community in recent years, has been on an ongoing quest to find the original samples, patches, and
- [Episode 113 - Recreating Metroid: Other M's Story (While Using the Same Basic Premise)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-113-recreating-metroid-other-ms-story-while-using-the-same-basic-premise/) - Yes, we're talking about Metroid: Other M again, the most controversial Metroid game that Metroid fans can't seem to be able to forgive or forget. But this week, Andy is arguing that the basic premise of the game ("Samus, emotionally reeling following the events of Zebes, answers a distress call on a mysterious GF ship
- [Learn How to Sequence Break in Metroid Dread](https://omegametroid.com/learn-how-to-sequence-break-in-metroid-dread/) - The latest video from The Orpheon demonstrates several sequence breaks in Metroid Dread that allow the player to finish the game quickly by bypassing several rooms, areas, and bosses! Since the very first Metroid game in 1986, special endings have been rewarded to the players that have the ability to beat the game as fast
- [Patreon Bonus Show: Andy's Favorite Non-Nintendo Games](https://omegametroid.com/patreon-bonus-show-andys-favorite-non-nintendo-games/) - The Spiteri Show returns, and this time around, Andy is answering a Patron question asking what his favorite non-Nintendo video games are. Although definitely a Nintendo kid, Andy has amassed quite a list of favorite games and series from other teams, and he breaks it down! From classic RPG's to modern open world adventures to
- [Commission a F4F Worthy Luminoth Figure from TheArchitectMouse](https://omegametroid.com/commission-a-f4f-worthy-luminoth-figure-from-thearchitectmouse/) - Some of the most standout character designs in the Metroid series come from the Metroid Prime Trilogy, with my personal favorite being the Luminoth from Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. Retro Studios really hit it out of the park with how alien, yet how lovable these characters are. Which makes it all the more baffling that
- [Reggie Fils-Aimé Opens Up About Metroid: Other M In Recent Interview: "It Really Didn’t Touch the Player the Way We Hoped It Would."](https://omegametroid.com/reggie-fils-aime-opens-up-about-metroid-other-m-in-recent-interview-it-really-didnt-touch-the-player-the-way-we-hoped-it-would/) - Metroid: Other M is a divisive game in the eyes of the Metroid community, to put it mildly. Looking back at it in hindsight, it seems almost absurd that the game sold relatively well and was received warmly by critics, but at the time, everyone was at least somewhat on board with the game, including
- [Impressive Fan Project "Metroid 64" in Development](https://omegametroid.com/amazing-looking-fan-projectmetroid-64-in-development/) - While the Metroid series' only representation during the N64 era was in Super Smash Bros., that hasn't stopped fans from wondering about the potential of a Metroid game with the hardware's limitations in mind. For a group of fans, the allure of this hypothetical Metroid 64 game was too much, and as such, they decided
- [Break into a Cursed City in the Upcoming Indie Metroidvania, Silent Santicado](https://omegametroid.com/break-into-a-cursed-silent-city-in-silent-santicado/) - Set in a silent, cursed city of death, Silent Santicado is an upcoming indie Metroidvania created by Vigilant Addiction Studios that's set to release sometime in Q1 2022. You'll play as the priestess Luna, who wields both the magical Moonweft Blade and a variety of spells as she ventures forth to break a curse that
- [Explore an Adorably Desolate Metroidvania World in Haiku, the Robot](https://omegametroid.com/explore-an-adorably-desolate-metroidvania-world-in-haiku-the-robot-on-april-28th/) - Set in a post-apocalyptic world inhabited by robots, Haiku, the Robot is a new indie Metroidvania launching today on Steam and the Nintendo Switch! Developed by Jordan Morris of Mister Morris Games, Haiku, the Robot is inspired by the art direction of animated movies like Wall-E and Akira, and the character interactions of Hollow Knight.
- [Take Look at This Analysis of All of Metroid Dread's Story Secrets](https://omegametroid.com/take-look-at-this-analysis-of-all-of-metroid-dreads-story-secrets/) - Metroid Dread concluded a little over half a year ago and there is still plenty of mystique surrounding it's story and the world of ZDR. Despite dedicating so much time playing Metroid Dread itself, The Orpheon was able to tear himself away to shed some light of Metroid Dread's mysteries in his newest video. Keep
- [Episode 110 - Answering Your Metroid "Would You Rather" Questions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-110-answering-your-metroid-would-you-rather-questions/) - This week, we're answering YOUR fan questions in a "would you rather" format, and we have some absolute doozeys on hand! Would we rather every game play like Federation Force or have dialog like Other M? Would we rather a new Hunters style stand alone game or just have multiplayer included in Prime 4? Would
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Metroid: Rogue Dawn](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-metroid-rogue-dawn/) - ROM Hack Reviews is back, and this time we’re diving head first into one of the most revered fan games ever created: Metroid: Rogue Dawn! Created by Grimlock, Optomon, and snarfblam, Rogue Dawn tells the story of Dawn Aran and her quest to capture the alien Metroid’s to use as a weapon for the Space
- [The Top 5 Dread Shinesparkers in the Metroid Community](https://omegametroid.com/the-top-5-dread-shinesparkers-in-the-metroid-community/) - Back in March, Youtuber Jk issued a challenge to see who is the best Metroid Dread Shinespark user in the community. Just over a month later, it looks like we have our answer. Jk is back with another Metroid Dread Shinespark challenge video. This time, they've put together a compilation of submitted clips from several
- [The Music Theory Behind Metroid's Iconic Soundtracks](https://omegametroid.com/the-music-theory-behind-metroids-iconic-soundtracks/) - Metroid music is stylized so perfectly that you know what you're listening to the moment the notes hit your ears. 8-bit Music Theory's video explores the musical theory behind Metroid's music across multiple games down to the melodic structures, chord progressions, and key signatures. As an artform, music elicits emotional responses, and Metroid soundtracks are
- [Episode 109 - Should Metroid 6 Feature A New Playable Character and Samus as an Antagonist?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-109-should-metroid-6-feature-a-new-playable-character-and-samus-as-an-antagonist/) - Andy and Dak are finally reunited and have a whole smorgasbord of Metroid topics to dive into! We go over the recent DYK Gaming video highlighting the development of Metroid Prime, talk about the reported leaks showing Nintendo using Game Boy Advance emulators and what it could mean for NSO, discuss the new Retro Studios
- [DidYouKnowGaming Shares Metroid Prime Dev Secrets](https://omegametroid.com/didyouknowgaming-shares-metroid-prime-dev-secrets/) - The fascinating and often turbulent game development cycles of the Metroid franchise are frequently as interesting as the games themselves. The stories and secrets behind the creation of Metroid Prime are no different. Thankfully, DidYouKnowGaming has done another deep dive into the Metroid series, this time uncovering a bountiful batch of Metroid Prime dev secrets
- [MPR: A Remaster in the Making](https://omegametroid.com/mpr-a-remaster-in-the-making/) - As a fan, remastering a beloved game is the farthest thing away from an easy task. It requires an in-depth understanding of coding on the necessary hardware, artistic direction that matches the themes of the original, and a dedicated team that is passionate for the source material. Luckily, Aether Labs is up to the task
- [Get Creative with Maytroid 2022!](https://omegametroid.com/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 helped Rupa with the prompts
- [Stop What You're Doing and Watch This Metroid Short](https://omegametroid.com/stop-what-youre-doing-and-watch-this-metroid-short/) - This stop motion short of Samus is the perfect video to continue the excitement of this new age of Metroid. Watch the fruits of MootroidXproductions' labor as Samus suits up to battle Metroids with a familiar antagonist looming in the background. With the announcement of Metroid Dread in 2021, the Metroid fanbase got a much
- [Episode 108 – Discussing Metroid Dread’s New Boss Rush Mode!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-108-discussing-metroid-dreads-new-boss-rush-mode/) - We’re back and talking all things Bosses in this special Boss Rush edition of the podcast. Dak and Doom talk about the new feature in Metroid Dread and if they enjoyed running through the gauntlet of bosses or not, and then discuss which bosses from previous Metroid games would have rounded up the Dread roster,
- [Follow The Fast Fingers Behind This Dairon Theme Remix](https://omegametroid.com/follow-the-fast-fingers-behind-this-dairon-theme-remix/) - The multiple layers of instruments, melodies, and effects all working in tandem is paramount in creating the iconic music of the Metroid series. Watch as GLASYS plays multiple instruments through their synth keyboards to create a powerful remix of the Dairon Theme from Metroid Dread! This incredible remix of the Dairon theme is a multi-instrument
- [Boss Rush Mode is Now Available in Metroid Dread!](https://omegametroid.com/boss-rush-mode-is-available-now-in-metroid-dread/) - In the last Nintendo Direct, Nintendo announced two pieces of free DLC coming to Metroid Dread: new difficulty options and a Boss Rush Mode that would be available at a later date. Now that we've waited for a bit, the time to return to ZDR is finally at hand as Boss Rush Mode is now
- [How Would Ridley's Theme Sound in Metroid Dread?](https://omegametroid.com/how-would-ridleys-theme-in-metroid-dread-sound/) - Metroid Dread brought back many common tropes used in the past by the series to continue the arcing storyline, but Ridley and his bombastic theme were nowhere to be found. Amongst the X Parasites, Kraid, and that mysteriously evil looking Chozo at the end of Samus Returns that we now know to be Raven Beak,
- [Game Informer Ranks Super Metroid As Still The #1 Metroid Game](https://omegametroid.com/game-informer-ranks-super-metroid-as-still-the-1-metroid-game/) - Gaming publication and online media outlet Game Informer has released its latest, official ranking of the Metroid series. Even with the release of Metroid Dread last year, Super Metroid still tops their list as the #1 Metroid game of all time. For many Metroid fans, Super Metroid is the pinnacle. The end-all, be-all of Metroid
- [Omega Metroid is Now The Traveler's Ring Podcast!](https://omegametroid.com/omega-metroid-is-now-the-travelers-ring-podcast/) - After two years of covering Metroid and the Metroid community, we've decided to take the next step in our journey by introducing the Traveler's Ring Podcast, and TravelersRing.com. While Metroid is still near and dear to our hearts, everybody knows that our true passion (especially Andy's) lies in the Destiny and Halo franchises. Truth be
- [ESA Confirms No E3 for 2022](https://omegametroid.com/esa-confirms-no-e3-for-2022/) - The news has spread far and wide across the gaming world. There will be no E3 in 2022. Speculated to be a digital-only event, this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) has now been officially canceled by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). This follows the cancelation earlier this year of a proper, in-person E3. Now, both
- [Blast This Brinstar Eurobeat Remix Until Your Arms Are Sore](https://omegametroid.com/blast-this-brinstar-eurobeat-remix-until-your-arms-are-sore/) - Upper Brinstar's green jungle theme is just one of the many classic tracks in Super Metroid's extensive list of iconic video game music. This Brinstar Eurobeat Remix has taken the percussion-heavy track and gave it an injection of raw, fast-beat energy. Shake your head and pump your arms to this remix by Dominic Ninmark and
- [ICYMI: Metroid Dread is Now The Best-Selling 2D Metroid Game in the UK](https://omegametroid.com/icymi-metroid-dread-is-now-the-best-selling-2d-metroid-game-in-the-uk/) - In case you missed it - Metroid Dread has been selling like hot cakes, quickly becoming one of the best selling games on the Nintendo Switch by the end of 2021. Only a few months after its release, Dread was bestowed the award for Best Action/Adventure title at The Game Awards. If you haven't already,
- [Episode 106 - Honoring 25 Years of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night](https://omegametroid.com/episode-106-honoring-25-years-of-castlevania-symphony-of-the-night/) - This week marks 25 years since the release of not only one of the greatest games of all time, but a game that helped shape and define an entire genre - Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. This week, Andy is joined by his Virtual Theater podcast co-host Gooey Fame to talk about the many triumphs
- [ROM Hack Reviews: Super Duper Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/rom-hack-reviews-super-duper-metroid/) - Welcome to the first episode of the Patreon exclusive ROM Hack Reviews! This month on the docket: Super Duper Metroid, an incredible ROM Hack from Metaquarius and Daltone that reimagines Super Metroid with an emphasis on exploration and skill. Andy played the hack and has a ton of thoughts on the bosses, different map layout,
- [Episode 105 - NEStroid and Other Stream Highlights](https://omegametroid.com/episode-105-nestroid-and-other-stream-highlights/) - With the Omega Team busy this weekend raising money for The Trevor Project by streaming a couple Metroid games, there was no time to record a new episode, but not to worry- we streamed for 12 hours and there was a lot of great Metroid content available, so instead of skipping a week, we're uploading
- [Join Us March 19th For A Metroid Marathon Stream Raising Money for The Trevor Project (10 am PST)](https://omegametroid.com/join-us-march-19th-for-a-metroid-marathon-stream-raising-money-for-the-trevor-project-10-am-pst/) - Mark your calendars! Starting tomorrow at 10 am PST / 1 pm EST, the team at Omega Metroid will be live streaming three Metroid games - NEStroid, Metroid Dread, and Super Metroid - in support of the Trevor Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to suicide prevention among LGBTQ+ youth. We'll be playing all the different
- [Check Out This Showcase of Cool Hidden Details from Metroid Dread](https://omegametroid.com/check-out-this-showcase-of-cool-hidden-details-from-metroid-dread/) - After the decade-spanning wait for Metroid Dread, it's no surprise that fans have scoured through every inch of the game to uncover all of its secrets and surprises. After finding 20 cool details in Metroid Dread, the Looygi Bros. followed up with 8 more videos covering the details of this fantastic new entry to the
- [Check Out These Influences on Metroid You Might Not Know About](https://omegametroid.com/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 covers everything from Namco's side-scrolling
- [Challenge: Shinespark Until You Can't Shinespark Anymore!](https://omegametroid.com/challenge-shinespark-until-you-cant-shinespark-anymore/) - Metroid Dread players have recorded themselves performing chains of shinesparks to see how long and far they can go, and have even called out other players, challenging them to see who is the ultimate shinesparker. Jk is one of those many Metroid players, and has issued a challenge to the community to take on an
- [Explore the Terror Behind Metroid Fusion](https://omegametroid.com/explore-the-terror-behind-metroid-fusion/) - Isolation. The unknown. An unseen threat. Being hunted. Almost every Metroid game is built on around the central theme of being alone and fighting you're way out against an enemy. Metroid Fusion took that formula seen in the first three games of the series and amplified it to new levels. Video Game Animation Study has
- [Once Upon A Tee's Zebes Collection Is On Sale](https://omegametroid.com/zebes-collection-from-once-upon-a-tee-goes-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 designs available for purchase, and
- [Episode 104 - Definitively Ranking Metroid (NES)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-104-definitively-ranking-metroid-nes/) - Definitive Ranking returns after almost a six-month hiatus to examine the granddaddy of them all: Metroid! We take a look at the original game and try to balance how it holds up today with how it innovated video games 35 years ago and have some fun discussion about the assortment of incredible enemies, the wet-noodle
- [Fans Flock To The Steam Deck For Their Prime Trilogy Fix](https://omegametroid.com/fans-turn-to-the-steam-deck-for-their-prime-trilogy-fix/) - While another year passes without the Metroid Prime Trilogy available on the Nintendo Switch, this hasn't stopped dedicated fans from getting the modern handheld console experience for the beloved game collection. The Trilogy has long been a popular choice for emulation on PC for years, thanks to software emulator Dolphin and one of its specialized
- [The Second (And Final) Print Run of the Metroid35 Zine](https://omegametroid.com/the-second-and-final-print-run-of-the-metroid35-zine/) - After the first print run of the Metroid35 zine, I got a lot of requests for a second print run of the zine. It's finally time to do the second (and final) print run of the zine. Please keep in mind that it will essentially be the same as the first print run, which I
- [Axiom Verge 2 Headed to Steam on August 11th](https://omegametroid.com/axiom-verge-2-headed-to-steam-on-august-11th/) - As announced by creator and developer Tom Happ, the critically acclaimed Metroidvania title Axiom Verge 2 will be making its long awaited Steam debut on August 11th this summer. Releasing earlier this year, Axiom Verge 2 was the long awaited sequel to indie darling Axiom Verge, a game that seemed to be heavily inspired by,
- [Immerse Yourself in These HD Remasters of Prime 1 & 2's Soundtracks](https://omegametroid.com/immerse-yourself-in-these-hd-remasters-of-prime-1-2s-soundtracks/) - The Prime games' soundtracks are regarded as pinnacles in video game music achievement. The music of Metroid Prime and Metroid Prime 2: Echoes enhanced the gaming experience and provided catchy, head-bopping tunes to listen to, both in and out of the game. With these remasters from GEM Gaming, you'll be able to hear every chirp,
- [Episode 103 – Building Our All-Star Metroid Game!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-103-building-our-all-star-metroid-game/) - This week, we’re taking a little inspiration from the sporting world and assembling an all-star team of different Metroid parts in order to build the ultimate Metroid game! We break down our picks for the greatest themed areas and enemies in Metroid, which is tough because, while some are easy (I’m sure we all know
- [Listen To This Unearthly Metroid Music Mashup of Prime 2 and Dread](https://omegametroid.com/listen-to-this-unearthly-metroid-music-mashup-of-prime-2-and-dread/) - If you were to ask any Metroid fan what Metroid games do best, I'm willing to bet many would say that the soundtracks are some of the best in the industry. Although some games may have more iconic scores than others, each Metroid game's soundtrack establishes the series' iconic setting and mood. Bufosmixes has taken
- [Chill Out With This Album of Metroid Lo-fi Remixes](https://omegametroid.com/chill-out-with-this-album-of-metroid-lo-fi-remixes/) - Metroid fan and musician Naikou Music has crafted a short lo-fi album that is perfect to listen to after a long mission (or just a long day). Feeling "the will to create," Naikou started with the "Sector 4 Under Construction" track and just kept making more remixes from there. Comprised of five tracks, Mission Afterhours clocks
- [Metroid Dread's Varia Suit: Possibly the Best Suit Ever?](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dreads-varia-suit-possibly-the-best-suit-ever/) - One of the most exciting and enjoyable aspects of a new Metroid release is seeing what Samus has done with her suit since the last mission. From her original design in Metroid on the NES up through Samus Returns, Samus has had more modifications to her suit design than fights against Ridley. With the release
- [Super Metroid "SP" Edition Added to Nintendo Switch Online](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-sp-edition-added-to-nintendo-switch-online/) - In addition to the Nintendo Direct announcing that Earthbound and Earthbound Beginnings would be joining the ranks of games available for Nintendo Switch Online users, another game was quietly added as well: Super Metroid SP Edition. As you may know, some more difficult games have seen an SP release that helps ease mew players into
- [Nintendo 3DS and Wii U eShop Titles Will No Longer Be Available to Purchase Starting March 2023](https://omegametroid.com/nintendo-3ds-and-wii-u-eshop-titles-will-no-longer-be-available-to-purchase-starting-march-2023/) - In a somewhat expected yet still disappointing bit of news, Nintendo released a statement late Tuesday night indicating that titles available for purchase on both the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U eShops would only be available to purchase until March 2023, at which point, the servers that support the online stores will cease to function.
- [Boss Rush Mode Coming to Metroid Dread as Free Update in April](https://omegametroid.com/boss-rush-mode-coming-to-metroid-dread-as-free-update-in-april/) - In addition to the new difficulty settings, Metroid Dread is also getting another free update just in time for spring: Boss Rush Mode! I think that everyone would agree a strength of Metroid Dread was its incredible boss fights, so getting to challenge Raven Beak, Kraid, Corpious and the like one after another promises to
- [New Difficulty Modes Added to Metroid Dread; One Hit Kill Among Them](https://omegametroid.com/new-difficulty-modes-added-to-metroid-dread-one-hit-kill-among-them/) - As revealed in Nintendo's first Nintendo Direct of 2022, Metroid Dread will be a getting a series of free updates, with the first of them launching immediately. The first update will introduce two new difficulty modes to the game - Rookie Mode and Dread Mode. As the name implies, Rookie Mode is for players who
- [Episode 100 - Omega Metroid vs The Champions' Cast in Zelda and Metroid Trivia!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-100-omega-metroid-vs-the-champions-cast-in-zelda-and-metroid-trivia/) - We finally made it to a whopping 100 episodes! There are so many people to thank, so many friends we've made along the way, but all that is for another day! Today is about competition, and we've got both of Andy's podcasts facing off against each other in a trivia contest! 20 Zelda and 20
- [Episode 99 - SkyTown: Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-99-skytown-mapping-metroid/) - Mapping Metroid returns! This time, we're tackling one of the most beautiful and ethereal areas in the series: SkyTown, Elysia! We talk about our initial reactions to the area, the ways the Grapple Beam was utilized, the Ghor boss fight, the history of the robotic Elysians, our favorite expansions, that incredible theme, and so much
- [Episode 17: SA-X, Dark Samus, Little Birdie, and Examining the Use of Clones & Dopplegangers in Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-17-sa-x-dark-samus-little-birdie-and-examining-the-use-of-clones-dopplegangers-in-metroid/) - This week's episode is all about the clones and dark versions of Samus in the Metroid series! We examine how Nintendo uses the classic trope in the series and talk about where it works (SA-X, Dark Samus, Ridley-X, and more) and where it doesn't exactly hit the mark (Little Birdie, Mini-Kraid, etc.). We also read
- [Episode 98 - Metroid Q&A Part 2: How Should the Metroid Suit Function in Metroid 6?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-98-metroid-qa-part-2-how-should-the-metroid-suit-function-in-metroid-6/) - We're back for part 2 of our Fan Q&A this week, and the hits come early and often! Which 2D ability do we want to see in 3D and vice versa? How can the Grapple Beam be better utilized? What's our favorite game logo? What do we think about Metroid pins? Should the Luminoth ever
- [Episode 97 – Metroid Q&A Part 1: Should Samus Ever Be The Antagonist in a Metroid Game?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-97-metroid-qa-part-1-should-samus-ever-be-the-antagonist-in-a-metroid-game/) - We’re putting YOU the listener in the drivers seat as we creep closer to our big Episode 100 supershow! We asked for Metroid questions and you delivered in droves, so much so that this episode is only part 1 of our Metroid Q&A! Topics include: Should Samus ever be the antagonist of a Metroid game?
- [Episode 96 - Metroid Dread’s Biggest Missed Opportunities](https://omegametroid.com/episode-96-metroid-dreads-biggest-missed-opportunities/) - Another week, another show discussing Metroid Dread. This time, however, we're putting our critics hat on and discussing some of the things that, while they don't actively take away from the game by not being included, would have made Metroid Dread even more awesome! A Maridia theme remix in Burenia? A final EMMI boss fight
- [Episode 94 - Our Favorite Moments from Metroid Dread](https://omegametroid.com/episode-94-our-favorite-moments-from-metroid-dread/) - It's another year for the podcast! We're getting 2022 kicked off with some positive vibes talking about our favorite memories from Metroid Dread! We talk about THAT suit reveal, the fights against Raven Beak, Kraid' big return, the rebirth of the Speed Booster, the inclusion of the Flash Shift, Elun's big secret, seeing the Chozo,
- [Episode 93 - Our Hopes For Metroid in 2022](https://omegametroid.com/episode-93-our-hopes-for-metroid-in-2022/) - In our final episode of the year, the Omega gang get together and look back at the year that was, and look forward to our biggest hopes for Metroid in the new year. We chat about when we might see Metroid Prime 4, what that game might be called, if it will include multiplayer, if
- [Episode 92 - Metroid Dread and The Game Awards Reaction](https://omegametroid.com/episode-92-metroid-dread-and-the-game-awards-reaction/) - This week, Dak and Doom cover Metroid Dreads big night at The Game Awards! Despite not winning overall Game of the Year, Metroid didn't walk away empty handed, unlike Nintendo fans, who were left with not a single announcement to get excited about. We go over everything shown and give our thoughts! All this, PLUS
- [Episode 91 - Axiom Verge 2: Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-91-axiom-verge-2-inspired-by-metroid/) - Prepare to step inside the Breach as Inspired By Metroid returns to analyze the highly anticipated sequel to one of the greatest Metroidvania's of all time: Axiom Verge 2. Does this game live up to the lofty expectations set by its predecessor? How did we take to the gameplay changing so radically from the first
- [Episode 90 - Our Hopes and Expectations for a Metroid Prime Remaster](https://omegametroid.com/episode-90-our-hopes-and-expectations-for-a-metroid-prime-remaster/) - If you believe all of the rumors, Metroid Prime is getting the HD Remaster treatment and will be unveiled for the Nintendo Switch sometime in the next year, so this week, we spend some time talking about the things we want want to see in a hypothetical remaster. Dual analog and HD graphics obviously, but
- [Episode 89 - Our Plot Ideas for Metroid 6](https://omegametroid.com/episode-89-our-plot-ideas-for-metroid-6/) - Now that Dread has finally had time to settle, we're looking towards the future! This week, we're discussing our plot ideas for Metroid 6! Will the *Watermelon* Suit make a comeback, and if so, how will it function? Is it too late to pick up the Galactic Federation sub-plot? Are we interested in learning more
- [Episode 88 - Definitively Ranking Metroid Dread](https://omegametroid.com/episode-88-definitively-ranking-metroid-dread/) - Strap in, because the absolute, definitive review of Metroid Dread is here! With more than a month to sit on the game and collect their though, Andy, Dak, and Doom get together for one of our longest shows ever. We talk story, we talk music, we talk expansions and so much more! You won't want
- [Episode 87 - Metroid Dread Fan Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-87-metroid-dread-fan-qa/) - We're putting you in the drivers seat for this weeks show, as we're tackling a whole bunch of fan submitted questions about Dread and Metroid in general! How might the melee counters work in a Metroid Prime game? What was our favorite and least favorite new ability in Dread? Could Raven Beak have been working
- [Episode 86: Ranking Every Boss In Metroid Dread](https://omegametroid.com/episode-86-ranking-every-boss-in-metroid-dread/) - I think we could all agree that boss fights are one of the strongest aspects of Metroid Dread, so this week, the fellas challenge themselves by trying to come up with a ranking of the best to worst boss encounters in the game. From Chozo Warriors to Corpious, Kraid to Raven Beak, we go over
- [Episode 85: Artaria - Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-85-artaria-mapping-metroid/) - The Metroid Dread hits just keep coming as this week, the podcast staple Mapping Metroid returns to analyze the starting area of the Planet ZDR: Artaria. We go in-depth, offering insight and analysis into the terrain and layout of Artaria; the boss fights and EMMI zones; the music and its effectiveness; certain sequences and particular
- [Episode 84: Reviewing The Story of Metroid Dread (Spoilers!)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-84-reviewing-the-story-of-metroid-dread-spoilers/) - As the title implies, BIG SPOILER WARNING HERE! Still with us? Good! Buckle in, because we are going long discussing everything we saw in Metroid Dread. Were we disappointed the Galactic Federation was left out of the story completely? Was this a sequel to Fusion, or was it really a sequel to Samus Returns? What
- [Episode 83: Metroid Dread First Impressions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-83-metroid-dread-first-impressions/) - Metroid Dread is finally here and we spent all weekend with it! Having played an extensive bit of the game, the guys offer up their initial impressions of Dread: how do the controls feel and is the game as fast as we thought it would be? How do some of the new power-ups play and
- [Episode 82: Our Final Hopes For Metroid Dread + Samus & Chill Talk!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-82-our-final-hopes-for-metroid-dread-samus-chill-talk/) - We are THREE DAYS AWAY from Metroid Dread. Wow. It feels unbelievable, but it's true. We've seen a lot in the build up to Dread, but here, the boys are talking about their final hopes for any features that we haven't seen yet: the return of old bosses, details on the Galactic Federation, an amazing score with
- [Episode 81: Metroid Prime Rumors and Nintendo Direct Reactions](https://omegametroid.com/episode-81-metroid-prime-rumors-and-nintendo-direct-reactions/) - The big news this week in the world of video games was the Nintendo Direct that aired last Thursday, so this week, Andy and Doom are breaking down everything announced and talking about what they liked or didn't like! Come hear our thoughts on Splatoon 3, Nintendo 64 games coming to NSO, Andy ranting and
- [Episode 80: Multiplayer in Metroid Retrospective](https://omegametroid.com/episode-80-multiplayer-in-metroid-retrospective/) - The whole gang is here as Andy, Dak, and Doom get together to look back, as well as look forward, on multiplayer in the Metroid series. What were some of the things we loved? What was responsible for some multiplayer experiences not being as good as they could have been? What kind of multiplayer games
- [Episode 79: What We Learned From Metroid Prime‘s Lead Designer (Kiwi Talkz Interviews Mike Wikan)](https://omegametroid.com/episode-79-what-we-learned-from-metroid-primes-lead-designer-kiwi-talkz-interviews-mike-wikan/) - This week, we're discussing a bunch of talking points that former lead designer of Retro Studios Mike Wikan shared with Kiwi Talkz. We can't recommend listening to the full interview enough (check it out here!), but we're here to give our thoughts on a couple topics they discussed, including the secret language of the Luminoth,
- [Episode 77: Metroid Questions Get Metroid Answers](https://omegametroid.com/episode-77-metroid-questions-get-metroid-answers/) - Our awesome listeners sent us some Metroid questions, so the least we could do is supply them with Metroid answers! That's right, it's time for another Q&A episode. We jump into all sorts of topics: should Metroid Dread have come out on the DS? Have the Chozo lost some of their mystique? And what does
- [Episode 76: Ranking Every Metroid Soundtrack!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-76-ranking-every-metroid-soundtrack/) - This week on the show, Dak and Doominal return to talk Metroid music! We discuss the soundtrack of every Metroid game released so far, and at the end of the episode, we rank them all. Tune in to hear our thoughts and how our rankings stack up against one another. We have some takes that
- [Episode 73: Playing Guess That Metroid Character in 16 Questions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-73-playing-guess-that-metroid-character-in-16-questions/) - We've brought over a fan favorite game from the Zelda podcast and sister show, The Champions' Cast, to play this week, but of course, with a Metroid twist! Introducing Guess That Metroid Character in 16 Questions, the game where you get 16 yes or no questions in an effort to nail down which character (NPC's,
- [Episode 72: Definitively Ranking Metroid II: Return of Samus](https://omegametroid.com/episode-72-definitively-ranking-metroid-ii-return-of-samus/) - The boys are back with the latest entry in the Definitive Ranking series, going all the way back to 1991 to talk about Metroid II: Return of Samus? How does the original Game Boy classic hold up? Should Metroid fans bother with this title or just head straight to the remakes? And might this be
- [Episode 71: Theorizing How Metroids, Ridley, and the Space Pirates Could Be Used in Metroid Dread](https://omegametroid.com/episode-71-theorizing-how-metroids-ridley-and-the-space-pirates-could-be-used-in-metroid-dread/) - Welcome back to another great week of Metroid bliss! This episode is split in two parts - the first half, we theorize what kind of role - if any - Metroids and the "Dark" and "Light" Chozo will play, if we could see an E.M.M.I. fashioned after Ridley, and what role, leadership, and allegiances the
- [Episode 69: Metroid Dread Q&A - Theories, Concerns, DLC, and More Answered!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-69-metroid-dread-qa-theories-concerns-dlc-and-more-answered/) - We asked you to give us your best Metroid Dread questions, and boy did you deliver. This week, Andy and Doom cover a wide array of topics including: do we think it's possible Dread has DLC? Should the Ice Beam return as a tacked weapon or its own beam again? Any chance there's unlockable Metroid
- [Episode 65: Metroid 5, Prime 4, and Our E3 Predictions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-65-metroid-5-prime-4-and-our-e3-predictions/) - It's finally here! Our giant E3 predictions episode and we are not holding back! We're hopeful that this could be one of the biggest days in Metroid series history, and we've got the predictions to back that up! Will we see Metroid 5? What about a peak at Metroid Prime 4? Or even Prime Trilogy
- [Episode 64: The Wrecked Ship - Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-64-the-wrecked-ship-mapping-metroid/) - We're a little bit late this week, but we're making it up to y'all by having the most in depth conversation about Super Metroid's Wrecked Ship that may have ever been had! We explore the lore behind the ship and how it got to Zebes, talk about the different atmospheres of the dead and activated
- [Episode 63: The Ups and Downs of the Metroid Series Over the Last 35 Years](https://omegametroid.com/episode-63-the-ups-and-downs-of-the-metroid-series-over-the-last-35-years/) - As we all know, Metroid celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, a landmark not many other franchises can claim to have hit. Over the years, there have some been some incredible high spots for the series: Super Metroid popularizing speed running, Ridley main eventing E3, the double release of Metroid Prime and Fusion, just to
- [Episode 95 - What If Metroid Dread was a Nintendo DS Game As Originally Planned?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-95-what-if-metroid-dread-was-a-nintendo-ds-game-as-originally-planned/) - Welcome back to the show! Get ready for a fun thought experiment this week: what if Metroid Dread had released on the DS as planned back in the late 2000's? What kind of sacrifices would have had to have been made? Would EMMI's still be as intense? Would their routes have to be scripted? Could
- [Episode 61: A Discussion About the Metroid Community and if They’re Afraid of Success](https://omegametroid.com/episode-61-a-discussion-about-the-metroid-community-and-if-theyre-afraid-of-success/) - Get ready for something a little different this week. The boys are joined by friend Doominal Crossing to discuss the latest news and issues that have been going around the last week, with everything leading back to the Metroid community and its response. We take a look at Fortnite, MP Trilogy, and the harassment backlash
- [Episode 60: Does Sylux Really Pose a Threat to Samus and More Metroid Q&A!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-60-does-sylux-really-pose-a-threat-to-samus-and-more-metroid-qa/) - It's PART 2 of our Discord AMA, and once again, you guys delivered some super interesting questions for the fellas to mull over. Does Sylux have enough credibility to take on Samus in Prime 4? What are our favorite Metroid songs in the series? What are our favorite Metroid ROM hacks? Why are people so
- [Episode 59: What If Metroid Prime 4 Fails and More Metroid Questions Answered!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-59-what-if-metroid-prime-4-fails-and-more-metroid-questions-answered/) - We asked you guys to join our Discord and feed us Metroid questions and, boy, did you guys rise to the challenge - so much so that this is only part of our Discord AMA! Listen to our rapid fire answers to such great questions as: What if Metroid Prime 4 fails? If Other M
- [Episode 58: Definitively Ranking Metroid Fusion](https://omegametroid.com/episode-58-definitively-ranking-metroid-fusion/) - Welcome to the second installment of Definitive Ranking, the series where we take ten categories that really make a Metroid game and rank them 1-5. Up this time? Metroid Fusion! While the first time round with Prime 2: Echoes, the guys had pretty similar perspectives, they couldn't be more opposite in Fusion! Come listen and see
- [Episode 57: Shadow Complex - Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-57-shadow-complex-inspired-by-metroid/) - It's time for another installment of Inspired By Metroid! This time stepping up to the plate: 2009's Shadow Complex from Epic Games. Is this a Metroidvania worth playing? Weeell... at the very least, we have some great discussion about what we liked and (really) didn't like. But that's not all! There's tons of other talk
- [Episode 55: The History of Metroid Dread - The Game That Never Was](https://omegametroid.com/episode-55-the-history-of-metroid-dread-the-game-that-never-was/) - Buckle in, because we've got a doozy today. We go back and create a timeline of the most mysterious game in the Metroid universe: Metroid Dread, the game that never was. We go over every interview, every mention, all the rumors, all the whispers over the years to bring you the most comprehensive timeline of
- [Episode 54: Imagining What a Metroid / Zelda Crossover Would Look Like](https://omegametroid.com/episode-54-imagining-what-a-metroid-zelda-crossover-would-look-like/) - Although you wouldn't know it from listening to Nintendo, two big franchises are celebrating their 35th anniversary this year: Metroid and The Legend of Zelda! In honor of this anniversary, we pitch our ideal crossovers! As many of you know, Andy works for Zelda Dungeon, so this week with Dak out, we have Zelda Dungeon
- [Episode 53: How Metroid Prime Trilogy Could Play and Control on the Switch!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-53-how-metroid-prime-trilogy-could-play-and-control-on-the-switch/) - The fellas are joined by longtime listener Doominal Crossing to talk Metroid Prime Trilogy and how it would look on the Switch. We talk about the best button mapping options, extra content ideas, what the multiplayer would look like, how amiibo might function, what quality-of-life improvements could be made and so much more! Give it
- [Episode 52: Other M Part 2 - The Good, The Bad & The Gameplay](https://omegametroid.com/episode-52-other-m-part-2-the-good-the-bad-the-gameplay/) - Our Other M journey comes to an end (at least for now) as we deliver another action packed episode critiquing, complementing, and considering what could have been in the video game that was Metroid Other M. Hear our thoughts on the sideways Wiimote control schemes, the FPS aspects, how auto aiming and dodging make the
- [Episode 51: Other M Part 1 - Analyzing the Story and Where It Went Wrong](https://omegametroid.com/episode-51-other-m-part-1-analyzing-the-story-and-where-it-went-wrong/) - It's finally here. After a year of build up, we are finally dissecting the story of the most controversial Metroid game ever made: Metroid Other M. Come hear our thoughts, our critiques, our suggestions and tweaks, what we thought of the characters, and how some key decisions lead to it all going wrong. This is
- [Episode 50: No Metroid and Other Reactions to the Nintendo Direct](https://omegametroid.com/episode-50-no-metroid-and-other-reactions-to-the-nintendo-direct/) - Our first Nintendo Direct in more than 500 days came and went, and although it was expected, there was no Metroid news. Despite that, there was a lot to break down, from games we saw and were excited about, to how Skyward Sword HD being a thing gives us hope for dual analog in Metroid
- [Episode 48: Is Mother Brain a GOOD GUY? And Other Metroid Theories Examined!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-48-is-mother-brain-a-good-guy-and-other-metroid-theories-examined/) - We had so much fun covering the last Metroid theory about Etecoon's and Dachora's that we decided to do it all over again with FIVE of our favorite Metroid theories! Mother Brain working for the cause of good, SR388 as a living planet, the TRUE origins of Metroids and more! We poke holes, see where
- [Episode 47: Definitively Ranking Metroid Prime 2: Echoes](https://omegametroid.com/episode-47-definitively-ranking-metroid-prime-2-echoes/) - Welcome to the first episode of a brand new subseries called Definitive Ranking! In this series (inspired by the Zelda Dungeon series of the same name) we aim to rank each Metroid game in 10 key categories as they relate to other Metroid games, and see how each game stacks up at the end! The
- [Episode 45: Sanctuary Fortress - Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-45-sanctuary-fortress-mapping-metroid/) - Buckle in for one of our longest episodes yet as Mapping Metroid returns to analyze one of the most visually stunning area's in the Metroid series: the Luminoth stronghold of Sanctuary Fortress! Hear our thoughts on the synthetic structures and how it feels so alive, how the music augments the atmosphere, which boss battle is
- [Episode 44: Discussing Super Metroid’s Sequence Breaks and Speedrunning Techniques](https://omegametroid.com/episode-44-discussing-super-metroids-sequence-breaks-and-speedrunning-techniques/) - Welcome to a (late) episode of Omega Metroid, where today we try our hand at explaining the many techniques and tricks used by speedrunners to beat Super Metroid in absolutely disgusting times. We break down all the different techniques - the Mockball, Gravity Jump, Blue Suit, Short Charge Shinespark, and more - used by the
- [Episode 43: Examining the Cut Content From Metroid Prime 3!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-43-examining-the-cut-content-from-metroid-prime-3/) - In the first episode of 2021, the gang take a trip back to the hallowed halls of NeoGaf to examine all the cut content from Prime 3! Here we are, examining some cool images of dragon Ridley, peg-leg Admiral Dane, mega buff Omega Pirates, and Hulk Buster Samus suit's. Come take a trip down memory lane
- [Episode 42: Guacamelee! - Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-42-guacamelee-inspired-by-metroid/) - Put on your lucha masks and get ready to go to Suplex City as the fellas end 2020 covering one of the most charming Metroidvania's around: Guacamelee! Come listen to our thoughts on the game, learn how basically every powerup is a direct rip from Metroid, hear our thoughts on combat vs exploration, and listen
- [Episode 41: Are Etecoons and Dachora Secretly EVIL? Metroid Theory Talk!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-41-are-etecoons-and-dachora-secretly-evil-metroid-theory-talk/) - Scrolling through YouTube the other day, I stumbled across a video from the guys at Game Theory suggesting that there might be more Samus' animal friends than meets the eyes. Kill or save the animals? You might think differently after we give our two cents on MatPat's theory! Plus, Game Award reactions and thoughts, Indie Direct reactions,
- [Episode 40: Samus in Fortnite, Metroid Crossovers, #FreeMelee, The Game Awards, and More!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-40-samus-in-fortnite-metroid-crossovers-freemelee-the-game-awards-and-more/) - We got a whole host of topics to bang out this week, so come and sit back as we take you through all the news and rumors in the world of Metroid! Brie Larson at the Game Awards, our thoughts on Nintendo and their C&D policies, Samus possibly appearing in Fortnite, a real life Galactic
- [Episode 39: Should Samus Returns Have Been Released on the Switch?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-39-should-samus-returns-have-been-released-on-the-switch/) - Join us for a fun debate this week as Andy presents the case as to why Samus Returns should have been released on the Switch instead of the 3DS! Would it have become the best selling Metroid game yet if it had? Were the graphics good enough for the Switch? Would people have really bought
- [Episode 38: Answering YOUR Metroid Questions!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-38-answering-your-metroid-questions/) - We asked you guys to play "ask a Metroid question, get a Metroid answer" with us and you delivered in spades! Come listen to us rapid fire some answers to your questions! What do we hope amiibo does in Prime 4? Who's our favorite hunter? Metroid 5 or a Fusion remake? Whats our favorite powerup
- [Episode 37: Discussing What is the Most Iconic Piece of Music in the Metroid Series](https://omegametroid.com/episode-37-discussing-what-is-the-most-iconic-piece-of-music-in-the-metroid-series/) - Get ready to crank the volume this week because you are in for an audible treat! The fellas get together and debate what exactly is the most iconic / recognizable theme in the Metroid series! We have a lot of questions we want you guys to weight in on, so make sure you're tweeting at
- [Episode 36: Hydro Station (AM2R) - Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-36-hydro-station-am2r-mapping-metroid/) - Finally, the long wait for a Mapping Metroid is over! We're headed over to the so-good-we-made-it-an-official-Metroid-game AM2R this week and take a look at the aquatic Hydro Station! What are our favorite Metroid battles? Any expansions stick out? How about that Arachnus fight? And of course, the absolutely killer music! Come reminisce with us as
- [Episode 35 - How To Make A Great Federation Force Game](https://omegametroid.com/episode-35-how-to-make-a-great-federation-force-game/) - Hello Metroid fans! We're diving back into the MPFF pool to answer a seemingly impossible question: how does one make a cool Federation Force game? Well, it turns out that the answers are quite easy! Come listen as we spend an hour talking about Nintendo could revisit this concept and make it a success! Plus, some Retro
- [Episode 34 - Ranking Every Final Boss in the Metroid Series!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-34-ranking-every-final-boss-in-the-metroid-series/) - Gear up for Halloween with our ranking of the greatest final boss fights in the Metroid series! From Mother Brain in NEStroid all the way down to Proteus Ridley in Samus Returns, the guys put their heads together and sort every boss, discussing which ones were awesome and which ones left us a bit... wanting.
- [Episode 33: Batman: Arkham Asylum - Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-33-batman-arkham-asylum-inspired-by-metroid/) - We are the night. We are vengence. We are playing Batman: Arkham Asylum for the first time in a really long time to bring you another great Inspired By Metroid entry! How the heck is Batman anything like Metroid?! Listen and find out why the tone, the map, the collectables, and the bosses make Arkham
- [Episode 32: What Exactly Was Metroid Prime 1.5?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-32-what-exactly-was-metroid-prime-1-5/) - Welcome to another week of cut content analysis! This week we're looking at two games that never were: Metroid Prime 1.5 and a Retro Studios remake of Metroid II! What exactly was 1.5? Why did it never get made? What concepts went on to live in other Metroid games? And was there ever any serious
- [Episode 31: Examining All of the Cut Content From Metroid Prime!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-31-examining-all-of-the-cut-content-from-metroid-prime/) - Boy oh boy do we have a good show for you! Using this article as a guide (put together by Mama Robotnik and sourced from several former Retro Studios employees and even Nintendo themselves), the fellas go through all the content that didn't make it into the final game for whatever reason. Lava Thardus, Chozo Ridley, Insect
- [Episode 29: What We Want To See in Metroid Prime 4 (Part 2)!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-29-what-we-want-to-see-in-metroid-prime-4-part-2/) - We're back and discussing the most topical issue among Metroid fans: Metroid Prime 4! In one of our very first episodes, we discussed things we wanted to see from Metroid Prime 4, but frankly, there's so much more we didn't include in that episode we decided to make Part 2! Voice acting, ship combat, bounty hunting,
- [Episode 28: How Should Metroids Be Used In Future Games?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-28-how-should-metroids-be-used-in-future-games/) - Andy and Dak are joined by Zelda Dungeon's Rod Lloyd this week to dive in depth into a topic we somehow haven't covered yet on this Metroid podcast: Metroids! Do we want evolution's to come back? What was Sylux going to use the Metroid egg for? Could we see Metroids fighting with Samus? Could the Dark
- [Episode 27: The Unbelievable History of Retro Studios and Metroid Prime](https://omegametroid.com/episode-27-the-unbelievable-history-of-retro-studios-and-metroid-prime/) - Welcome to another episode of the Omega Metroid Pod! This week, the fellas take you on a journey to relive the incredible history of Retro Studios and their journey to making Metroid Prime. Sleazy owners, embezzled funds, employee's working 48 hours straight, massive layoffs, and 3 canceled games is just a part of a story
- [Episode 26: Sector 2 (TRO) - Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-26-sector-2-tro-mapping-metroid/) - We're back with another deep dive into an area of Metroid, this time focusing on the X infested Sector 2 (TRO) of Metroid Fusion! Come hear us give our takes on the lush jungle aesthetic, debate over the weak bosses of the area, relive our first encounters with the SA-X, decide if the music is
- [Episode 25: How Big of a Role Will Sylux Have in MP4 and Other Metroid Questions Answered!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-25-how-big-of-a-role-will-sylux-have-in-mp4-and-other-metroid-questions-answered/) - What's up guys, we're back with another Q&A session this week! A fan of the show sent in some questions and we went in depth answering them! What's Sylux's role going to be in Prime 4? When are we going to talk about Castlevania on the show? Would a anime Netflix Metroid show be great?
- [Episode 24: Ranking Every Beam in the Metroid Series](https://omegametroid.com/episode-24-ranking-every-beam-in-the-metroid-series/) - We're coming in guns 'a blazing this week (pun intended) as we sit down and discuss in depth our favorite - and least favorite - beams in the Metroid series! We sit down and break 'em all down, from the traditional 2D beams, to the more FPS-specific weaponry of Hunters, and everything in between! Plus,
- [Episode 23: Blasphemous - Inspired By Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-23-blasphemous-inspired-by-metroid/) - We're back for the second ever Inspired By Metroid showcase, and this time we're focusing on the medieval hit Blasphemous (developed by the Game Kitchen)! Come listen as we talk about the game from top to bottom - what it did really well, what Metroid could learn from it, what held it back from being
- [Episode 22: What Would A N64 Metroid Game Have Looked Like?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-22-what-would-a-n64-metroid-game-have-looked-like/) - We're back this week to cover a bevvy of topics, with the big talking point being what we think a N64 Metroid game would have looked like? What would we have wanted it to be like and what do we think Nintendo would have actually done? If we had gotten an N64 entry, would the
- [Episode 21: Our Plot Ideas for Metroid 5](https://omegametroid.com/episode-21-our-plot-ideas-for-metroid-5/) - Recently, our buds over at Shinesparkers wrote up an article detailing their plot concepts for what they wanted to see in Metroid 5, which got us thinking about our own story ideas we'd want to see in the long awaited sequel. Where is the setting? Does Samus start with full power ups? How does the corrupt
- [Episode 20: Metroid Going “Casual” & More Metroid Questions Answered!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-20-metroid-going-casual-more-metroid-questions-answered/) - We're a day late, but a couple bucks over selling price! Dak may have been sick, but the boys rallied and recruited Metroid HQ founder Elias Thompson to join them this week to answer all of YOUR Metroid related questions! What do we make of the "Metroid Prime 4 Going Casual" story circulating the internet?
- [Episode 19: Chozodia - Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-19-chozodia-mapping-metroid/) - Welcome to the second installment of Mapping Metroid! This time, we explore the former Chozo stronghold of Chozodia as seen in Metroid: Zero Mission! Come here us talk about all things Chozodia: the stealth segments and what we liked and didn't like about exploring Ridley's ship in the Zero Suit, all the crazy Shinespark segments you
- [Episode 18: Power Ranking All of Samus’ Suits](https://omegametroid.com/episode-18-power-ranking-all-of-samus-suits/) - As the old saying goes, we don't know fine art, but we do know a fine Power Suit when we see one! We're ranking all of Samus's different suits she has worn over the course of the series in the same fashion as we ranked the Ridley fights! We've got 11 different suits to go
- [Episode 16: The Federation Force Disaster](https://omegametroid.com/episode-16-the-federation-force-disaster/) - We are finally diving into one of the most controversial games/topics in the Metroid series: Metroid Prime Federation Force! What went wrong? Why did Nintendo decide on a chibi art style? Was this game doomed from the beginning? What's up with the controls? Was this game just a victim of bad timing? How did they
- [Episode 15: Axiom Verge - Inspired by Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-15-axiom-verge-inspired-by-metroid/) - Welcome to another first edition of a going-to-be-semi-regular series of episodes on the podcast - Inspired By Metroid! Of course, not every week is filled with Metroid news (or games for that matter), so we're gonna point people towards then next best thing: games inspired by Metroid! First up: Axiom Verge. Axiom Verge is one of the
- [Episode 14: Should Nintendo Bring the Metroid Prime Hunters Concept Back?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-14-should-nintendo-bring-the-metroid-prime-hunters-concept-back/) - Oh boy. Strap in because Dak and Andy are going to war over a topic near and dear to Dak's heart: Metroid Prime Hunters! We don't talk about the game itself, but the multiplayer character based shooter concept of it instead and argue whether Metroid is the right series to launch a Nintendo specific character
- [Episode 13: Phendrana Drifts - Mapping Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/episode-13-phendrana-drifts-mapping-metroid/) - Welcome to the very first edition of a going-to-be-semi-regular series of shows called Mapping Metroid! This series is going to focus on exploring a single area from one Metroid game and really having an in-depth discussion about it. To get us started off, the boys pick an area near and dear to them - Phendrana
- [Episode 12: Does Paper Mario: The Origami King Give Weight to the ‘New 2D Metroid in 2020′ Rumors?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-12-does-paper-mario-the-origami-king-give-weight-to-the-new-2d-metroid-in-2020′-rumors/) - What in the world was up with that Samus reference in the new trailer for Paper Mario: The Origami King? Was it just a coincidence, or something more? This week, Andy and Dak discuss the months long rumors about a new Paper Mario and 2D Metroid game coming to the Switch and debate what the chances a new Metroid
- [Episode 11: What Happened to the Chozo of SR-388?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-11-what-happened-to-the-chozo-of-sr-388/) - We love a good mystery, and for over 30 years there's been no bigger mystery to Metroid fans than that of the Chozo! What happened to these guys, and where are they? The Chozo Memories in Samus Returns give us a bit of a clearer picture (maybe), so we break them down and theorize on
- [Episode 10: Ranking Every Ridley Fight in the Series!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-10-ranking-every-ridley-fight-in-the-series/) - Oh boy, strap in because Andy and Dak are going to WAR in this episode! The fellas get together and rank every fight versus Samus' biggest nemesis in the series and nothing is held back! This episode is all about Ridley, what fights we loved, what fights missed the mark, and what ranking of all
- [Episode 9: Could Metroid Exist in a Shared Universe With Games Like F-Zero and Star Fox?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-9-could-metroid-exist-in-a-shared-universe-with-games-like-f-zero-and-star-fox/) - I mean, no, right? That's the answer that we immediately jump to when we see the titular question. BUT maybe it's not as cut and dry as we think? The boys take a look and see how the shared universe gimmick can really help level up B-list properties, and then spitball what Nintendo franchises would
- [BONUS Episode - Ask Us Anything About Metroid!](https://omegametroid.com/bonus-episode-ask-us-anything-about-metroid/) - We're back with a special BONUS show to help get you through the weekend! This show, we tasked you listeners to head over to Twitter and ask us your Metroid questions, and guys didn't disappoint! Do we like 2D or Prime better? What's the most underrated piece of music? Could an origin story work in
- [Episode 8: What Evolutions Can the Next 2D Metroid Make?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-8-what-evolutions-can-the-next-2d-metroid-make/) - We're back this week to talk hypothetical's about the next 2D Metroid game! We all know it's coming sometime, but how will it evolve and change with the times? Should beams work in the same way, or would it be cool if you could create combo's? Do melee attacks have a place in Metroid? And
- [Episode 7: Did Nintendo Miss Its Chance To Make Metroid a Mega Franchise?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-7-did-nintendo-miss-its-chance-to-make-metroid-a-mega-franchise/) - We're back this week to discuss one of the big lingering questions Metroid fans have been asking for 30 years - is it too late for Metroid to be a mega franchise? The guys take a look at all the times Nintendo looked poised to elevate Metroid to the next level... but didn't. Joining the
- [Episode 6: A Timeline of Metroid Prime 4 and Its Unprecedented Delay](https://omegametroid.com/episode-6-a-timeline-of-metroid-prime-4-and-its-unprecedented-delay/) - Welcome back to another week of the show! This go around, Andy and Dak take you on a journey through everything we know about Metroid Prime 4 - it's unusual early announcement, it's unprecedented delay, and all the rumors in between! Who was developing MP4 originally? Why didn't Nintendo ask Retro to make it in
- [Episode 5: What Would a Metroid Movie Look Like?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-5-what-would-a-metroid-movie-look-like/) - Welcome back to the only weekly Metroid pod on the net! We know things suck right now, so come and escape with us as we chat about what a potential Metroid movie/TV show/adaptation would look like! Andy and Dak chat about what kind of vibe the movie should go for, how much you make Samus
- [Episode 4: Would We Like a Game Starring Zero Suit Samus?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-4-would-we-like-a-game-starring-zero-suit-samus/) - The boys are back, and doing their best to distract everyone with some pretty wicked Metroid hypotheticals! Would we be interested in a side game in the series starring Zero Suit Samus? No power suit, no beams, just Samus? What would it play like? What genre would it be? Would people be in to it?
- [Episode 3: Which Game Needs a Remake More - Fusion or Super Metroid?](https://omegametroid.com/episode-3-which-game-needs-a-remake-more-fusion-or-super-metroid/) - Welcome back to Episode 3! We've been hearing for the last couple months rumors and rumblings of a Super Metroid remake, so naturally the fellas chat about whether or not they think there's any fire to that smoke, and move on to the bigger question: is Super the right game to remake, or does Fusion
- [Episode 2: Our Hopes and Wishes for Metroid Prime 4!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-2-our-hopes-and-wishes-for-metroid-prime-4/) - What's up everyone, and welcome back to the Omega Metroid Podcast! Andy and Dak are back and talking about the thing on every Metroid fans mind: Metroid Prime 4! What do we want to see from the game? What do we NOT want to see? Could there be more than 4 beams? What old enemies
- [Episode 1: Introducing the Omega Metroid Podcast!](https://omegametroid.com/episode-1-introducing-the-omega-metroid-podcast/) - Hello everyone and WELCOME to the FIRST episode of the OMEGA METROID PODCAST! Come and get to know your hosts, Andy and Dak, as they give you the run down of what to expect from the show! How did they get into Metroid? Do they prefer 2D or 3D? How did these guys meet? What

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- [Super Metroid Walkthrough: Missile Expansions By Location](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/missile-expansions-by-location/) - Missile Expansions Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Super Metroid, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. For a list of expansions that's sorted by progression throughout the game, click here. Crateria Brinstar Norfair Wrecked Ship Maridia Crateria Missile Expansion #3
- [Metroid Prime Hunters – Walkthrough](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/) - Welcome to the walkthrough for Metroid Prime Hunters! This guide will be broken into two parts: the singleplayer guide, which will have a fully written 100% walkthrough, detailed maps with every expansion location, artifact locations, logbooks, and more! The second part will be our multiplayer guide, which will detail how to set up multiplayer in
- [Metroid Prime Hunters](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters/) - Metroid Prime Hunters is a 2006 Nintendo DS game that serves as a more traditional multiplayer experience than its Metroid Prime Trilogy counterparts. Starting life out as a demo called First Hunt that was packaged with every new DS sold in 2004, Hunters would eventually release to acclaim for it’s touch screen controls, cinematic, and
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Oubliette](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/oubliette/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra Celestial Archives, Part II Alinos, Part II Arcterra, Part II Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II Oubliette The Alimbic Cannon Enter the Infinity Void Gorea Gorea 2 Mission Complete! The Alimbic Cannon Scans in This Section Lore: Alimbic Pride 05, Combat Hall, Alimbic Cannon 01, Alimbic Cannon 02,
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/vesper-defense-outpost-part-ii/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra Celestial Archives, Part II Alinos, Part II Arcterra, Part II Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II The Eighth Stronghold Energy Overflow Slench 4 The Final Countdown Oubliette The Eighth Stronghold Scans in This Section Lore: Seal Sphere 03, Seal Sphere 04, Oubliette 02, Oubliette 03, Oubliette 04,
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Arcterra](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/arcterra-1/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra Frozen Wasteland Noxus The Judicator The Fourth Stronghold Slench 2 Gotta Go Fast! Trace Ambush! Celestial Archives, Part II Alinos, Part II Arcterra, Part II Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II Oubliette Frozen Wasteland Scans in This Section Bioforms: Geemer, Shriekbat Lore: Alimbic Prophecy 04 Objects: Arcterra,
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Boss Fights](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/bosses/) - Here you’ll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips for fighting the many bosses of Metroid Prime Hunters. Before we begin, though, first: A Note About Metroid Prime Hunters Bosses Hunters does their boss encounters a bit differently than other Metroid games in that it relies less on strategies and pattern recognition as
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Vesper Defense Outpost](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/vesper-defense-outpost-1/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost The Battlehammer The Third Stronghold Sylux Cretaphid v2 A Brief Escape Arcterra Celestial Archives, Part II Alinos, Part II Arcterra, Part II Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II Oubliette The Battlehammer Scans in This Section Bioforms: Alimbic Turret v1.4 Lore: Alimbic Prophecy 03, Octolith Safeguard, History 03, History
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Celestial Archives](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/celestial-archives-1/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Mission File 79109 Kanden The First Stronghold Cretaphid v1 “Octolith Taken” Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra Celestial Archives, Part II Alinos, Part II Arcterra, Part II Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II Oubliette Mission File 79109 Scans in This Section Bioforms: Psycho Bit v1.0, Petrasyl, Lesser Ithrak Lore: Alimbic Prophecy 01 Objects:
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Multiplayer Guide](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/) - Welcome to the multiplayer guide for Metroid Prime Hunters! This guide will detail how to set up multiplayer in Hunters in modern day, individual Hunter statistics, weapon properties, and multiplayer map details, terminology, and more! For information on the game's singleplayer componet, please visit the Singleplayer Guide. MULTIPLAYER GUIDE How to Play Hunters Online
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Alinos](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/alinos-1/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Alinos The Fiery Ruins Spire The Second Stronghold Slench 1 Cybernetic Resurrection Weavel Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra Celestial Archives, Part II Alinos, Part II Arcterra, Part II Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II Oubliette The Fiery Ruins Scans in This Section Bioforms: Zoomer, War Wasp, Spire, Blastcap, Voldrum, Dialanche Lore: Alimbic Prophecy
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Multiplayer Walkthrough – Weapon Attributes & Statistics](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/weapon-attributes-and-statistics/) - What’s a Metroid game without Power-Ups? Rewarding exploration and knowing your surroundings, every map in Metroid Prime Hunters provides resources that will bolster your Hunter’s durability and arsenal. Power-Ups are broken down into four categories, with their own respective respawn times. Knowing respawn times (Orb Control) will reward a natural resource advantage during duels. When it
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Multiplayer Walkthrough – Playable Hunters](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/playable-hunters/) - Rather than taking the Samus palette-swap approach, the team at NST and Andrew Jones went out of their way to make six distinct parallels to the famous Bounty Hunter. With their own unique designs, weapons, and abilities, each Hunter serves for a unique gameplay experience. So find a character you like, and go behind the
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Equipment](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/equipment/) - Here you’ll find a complete list of every Equipment entry and their contents in Metroid Prime Hunters. They will be listed in alphabetical order just like they appear in the logbook. To view other categories within the logbook, use the navigation below. * NOTE: Every piece of equipment will be automatically added to the logbook
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Celestial Archives, Part II](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/celestial-archives-part-ii/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra Celestial Archives, Part II The Volt Driver The Shock Coil The Fifth Stronghold Slench 3 Security Protocol Initiated, Take Five Alinos, Part II Arcterra, Part II Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II Oubliette The Volt Driver Scans in This Section Objects: Medical Hub, Literary Hub Equipment: Volt
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Alinos, Part II](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/alinos-part-ii/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra Celestial Archives, Part II Alinos, Part II The Magmaul Fire Spawn The Sixth Stronghold Cretaphid v3 Escape from the City Arcterra, Part II Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II Oubliette The Magmaul Scans in This Section Bioforms: Red Barbed War Wasp, Psycho Bit v3.0 Lore: History 02,
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Objects](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/objects/) - Here you’ll find a complete list of every Object entry, including missable ones, and their contents in Metroid Prime Hunters. They will be listed in alphabetical order just like they appear in the logbook. To view other categories within the logbook, use the navigation below. Bioforms | Lore | Objects | Equipment Alimbic Artifacts Location: Data Shrine 01, Celestial
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Bioforms](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/bioforms/) - Here you’ll find a list of every Bioform scan and their contents, plus any missable creatures, in Metroid Prime Hunters. They will be listed in the same order as the logbook. To navigate to the other sections of the Logbook, use the below navigation links. Bioforms | Lore | Objects | Equipment Alimbic Turret v1.0 Location: Celestial Archives, Alinos,
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Arcterra, Part II](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/arcterra-part-ii/) - WALKTHROUGH Celestial Archives Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra Celestial Archives, Part II Alinos, Part II Arcterra, Part II The Imperialist Arctic Spawn The Seventh Stronghold Cretaphid v4 Time to Go! Vesper Defense Outpost, Part II Oubliette The Imperialist Scans in This Section Lore: Alimbic War 09, Seal Sphere 01 Our second round of
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Lore](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/lore/) - Here you’ll find a complete list of all the Lore entries and their contents in Metroid Prime Hunters. They will be listed in alphabetical order just like they appear in the logbook. To view other categories within the logbook, use the navigation below. Bioforms | Lore | Objects | Equipment Alimbic Cannon 01 Location: Alimbic Cannon Control Room, Alinos
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Alimbic Artifacts](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/alimbic-artifacts/) - Here you’ll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips for acquiring the many Alimbic Artifacts of Metroid Prime Hunters. This game requires three Artifacts be collected on each area visit to activate a portal to the Stronghold Void, an arena in which Octoliths (and bosses!) are kept. There are two Stronghold Voids per
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Universal Ammo Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/universal-ammo-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Universal Ammo (UA) Expansion in Metroid Prime Hunters, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what power-ups you’ll need to acquire them! UA Expansion #1 Location: Compression Chamber, Vesper Defense Outpost (First Visit) Requirements: Battlehammer After acquiring the Battlehammer, take the middle
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Multiplayer Walkthrough – Multiplayer Arenas & Strategies](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/multiplayer-arenas-and-strategies/) - This guide will have a detailed description of every multiplayer arena in Metroid Prime Hunters, the arenas properties, and specific Hunter strategies for multi-person melees and 1v1 battles! The default format will be written for 4-player free for all. 1v1 will have its own segment per arena. Each arena is listed directly below for quick
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Multiplayer Walkthrough – Game Modes & Strategies](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/game-modes/) - While Battle is the default game mode, Metroid Prime: Hunters offers a plethora of fun alternate game modes for players to enjoy. While maps and lists will change a bit depending on the mode, each Hunter pushes their own distinct strengths to adapt to the new objective and terrain at hand. Here, we'll list each
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/energy-tanks/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid Prime Hunters, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what power-ups you’ll need to acquire them! Energy Tank #1 Location: Data Shrine 01, Celestial Archives (First visit) Requirements: Morph Ball After grabbing Cartograph Artifact #1A, exit into the
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/missile-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid Prime Hunters, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what power-ups you’ll need to acquire them! Missile Expansion #1 Location: Data Shine 02, Celestial Archives (First visit) Requirements: Morph Ball After finding Kanden, simply get into Morph Ball
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Multiplayer Walkthrough – Competitive Techniques & Terminology](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/competitive-techniques-and-terminology/) - As a competitive Multiplayer game, Metroid Prime Hunters has a handful of competitive terms and techniques to help players refine their strategies and improve, in and out of the fight. Use this glossary for a quick reference about these terms as you recognize their uses in matches. Aim Tracking: A universal FPS technique that
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Walkthrough – amiibo](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-walkthrough/amiibo/) - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will the first mainline Metroid Prime to feature the usage of amiibo, and with three brand new figurines to use, there is a lot of bonuses to be found! Below is a list of bonuses the various Metroid related amiibo unlocks in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Samus (Metroid Prime 4)
- [Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Walkthrough – Endings](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-4-beyond-walkthrough/endings/) - Like many Metroid games before it, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond features different endings. As with all previous Prime games, Beyond’s endings are not dependent on time cleared, but are based on item and – for the first time – logbook completion. If you complete the game with any item and/or logbook percentage under 100%, the
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Multiplayer Walkthrough – How to Unlock Guide](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/how-to-unlock-guide/) - Here you'll find how to unlock all of the various Hunters, multiplayer arenas, and other goodies in Metroid Prime Hunters. Hunters Samus, Kanden, and Spire: These Hunters will be automatically unlocked at the beginning of your game. Trace, Noxus, Sylux, and Weavel: To unlock each Hunter in Multiplayer mode, players will need to defeat
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Multiplayer Walkthrough – Control Setups](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/control-setups/) - This guide will help you set up your desired control setups if you are playing on an emulator with your own dumped ROM from a legally purchased Metroid Prime Hunters cartridge. Playing via emulation is trickier due to the lack of touch screen controls, but we'll help set you up with either mouse and keyboard
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Multiplayer Walkthrough – How to Play Online in Modern Day](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/multiplayer/how-to-play-online-in-modern-day/) - This guide will give you instructions on how to set up online play using your Nintendo DS and/or an emulator with your own dumped ROM from a legally purchased Metroid Prime Hunters cartridge. There are a several steps involved in each setup, and each involves some modifications to your hardware, so do this at your
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – Missable Scans](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/missable-scans/) - Here you’ll find a list of every missable scan in Metroid Prime Hunters. We’ve broken the missable scans down into different categories which you can easily navigate to below, as well as added analysis on when the scans become unavailable. Bioforms Bosses Objects BIOFORMS Barbed War Wasp Location: Ice Hive, Arcterra Omega
- [Metroid Prime Hunters Walkthrough – 100% Maps](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-hunters-walkthrough/map/) - Here, you'll find a map showing every Expansion location, boss location, and hidden area in Metroid Prime Hunters. Scroll down to find each area. Click on the image to expand. All Metroid Prime Hunters maps created by Falcon Zero (webmaster of Metroid Recon) and hosted with permission. Celestial Archives Alinos Vesper Defense Outpost Arcterra
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – The Great Poison](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/the-great-poison/) - WALKTHROUGH Frigate Orpheon Planet Tallon IV The Ruins Come Alive Fire & Ice Phazon Laboratory Ghosts & Gravity Space Pirate Assault The Entrusted One Artifacts in the Wild The Great Poison The Leviathan Metroid Prime Metroid Prime (Core) Mission Final The Leviathan Scans in This Section Creatures: Lumigek The Impact Crater. The source of
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Artifacts in the Wild](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/artifacts-in-the-wild/) - WALKTHROUGH Frigate Orpheon Planet Tallon IV The Ruins Come Alive Fire & Ice Phazon Laboratory Ghosts & Gravity Space Pirate Assault The Entrusted One Artifacts in the Wild Phazon Mines Artifacts Phendrana Drifts Artifacts Magmoor Caverns Artifacts Chozo Ruins Artifacts Tallon Overworld Artifacts Meta Ridley The Great Poison Note - while we do indeed need
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Ghosts & Gravity](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/ghosts-and-gravity/) - WALKTHROUGH Frigate Orpheon Planet Tallon IV The Ruins Come Alive Fire & Ice Phazon Laboratory Ghosts & Gravity Spider Sense The Wavebuster The Ice Beam The Gravity Suit Crashed Frigate Space Pirate Assault The Entrusted One Artifacts in the Wild The Great Poison Spider Sense Scans in This Section Creatures: Puddle Spore Research: Spider
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Fire & Ice](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/fire-and-ice/) - WALKTHROUGH Frigate Orpheon Planet Tallon IV The Ruins Come Alive Fire & Ice Magmoor's Flames Phendrana's Frost The Space Jump There and Back Again Sheegoth Phazon Laboratory Ghosts & Gravity Space Pirate Assault The Entrusted One Artifacts in the Wild The Great Poison Magmoor's Flames Scans in This Section Creatures: Grizby, Burrower, Magmoor, Puffer,
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Planet Tallon IV](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/planet-tallon-iv/) - WALKTHROUGH Frigate Orpheon Planet Tallon IV Landfall Hive Mecha Ball of Steel Beetle Colony A Tallon Detour The Ruins Come Alive Fire & Ice Phazon Laboratory Ghosts & Gravity Space Pirate Assault The Entrusted One Artifacts in the Wild The Great Poison Landfall Scans in This Section Chozo Lore: Beginnings, Harmonization Creatures: Tangle Weed,
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Frigate Orpheon](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/frigate-orpheon/) - WALKTHROUGH Frigate Orpheon Distress Parasite Queen Evacuate Immediately! Planet Tallon IV The Ruins Come Alive Fire & Ice Phazon Laboratory Ghosts & Gravity Space Pirate Assault The Entrusted One Artifacts in the Wild The Great Poison Distress Scans in This Section Creatures: Parasite *missable*, Auto Turret Pirate Data: Fall of Zebes *missable* Research: Map
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- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – 100% Map](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/map/) - Here you'll find a map showing every item expansion location, boss location, hidden area, and most optimal routes in Metroid Fusion.
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/bosses/) - Here you’ll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips in fighting the many bosses of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. Navigate to any specific boss below. Dark Alpha Splinter Bomb Guardian Jump Guardian Dark Samus Amorbis Boost Guardian Alpha Blogg Grapple Guardian Chykka Spider Guardian Power Bomb Guardian Dark Samus Returns Quadraxis Emperor
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Research](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/research/) - Research Here you’ll find a list of every Research scan and their contents, plus any missable items, in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. Echoes introduces a more detailed breakdown of different type of research items, and as such, this guide will be listing them by type, sub-type, and then specific items. Use the links below to
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Creatures](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/creatures/) - Creatures Here you’ll find a list of every Creatures scan and their contents, plus any missable creatures, in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. Echoes introduces a more detailed breakdown of different type of enemies, and as such, this guide will be listing them by species, sub-species, and then specific creatures. Use the links below to navigate
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Trooper Logs](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/trooper-logs/) - Trooper Logs Here you’ll find a list of every Trooper Logs scan, its location, and its contents, in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. Force One CAPT A. Exeter Location: GFMC Compound, Temple Grounds Transcript: I'm beginning to think it was a real bad idea going down there. Reevs is right, that hive is just one
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Luminoth Lore](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/luminoth-lore/) - Luminoth Lore Here you’ll find a list of every Luminoth Lore scan, its location, and its contents, in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. History Golden Age Origins Location: Main Energy Controller, Great Temple Transcript: It is told that the Luminoth were not born of Aether, but of the stars. In the early days, we roamed
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Space Pirate Logs](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/space-pirate-logs/) - Space Pirate Logs Here you’ll find a list of every Pirate Logs scan, its location, and its contents, in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. Phazon Operations Log 04.468.1 Location: Command Center, Agon Wastes Transcript: Science teams have discovered the presence of Phazon in the Dasha system four cycles ago. High Command authorized the deployment of
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Missable Scans](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/missable-scans/) - Missable Scans Here you’ll find a list of every missable scan in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. We've broken the missable scans down into different categories which you can easily navigate to below, as well as added analysis on when the scans become unavailable. Creatures Bosses Research Lore Creatures Shredder Location: Torvus Lagoon; Ruined
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Beam Combos](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/beam-combos/) - Here you’ll find the locations for each Beam Combo upgrade in the game, as well as the requirements needed to get them. Super Missiles Location: Torvus Temple, Torvus Bog Requirements: None You will naturally acquire the Super Missiles as part of the progression of the game. The Super Missiles work in conjuncture with the
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Extras Gallery](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/extras-gallery/) - Metroid Prime 2: Echoes has a selection of bonus art galleries that are unlocked as your Logbook scan percentage continues to go up. If you scan 100% of the Creatures, Research and Lore, all five galleries will be unlocked. Click on the images to expand. Gallery 1 G2ME01_2023-09-08_13-12-53 Image 1 of 27 Gallery 2
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Beam Ammo Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/beam-ammo-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Beam Ammo Expansion in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Beam Ammo Expansion #1 Location: Central Mining Station, Agon Wastes Requirements: Morph Ball After acquiring both the Light and Dark Beams, make your way
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Sky Temple Keys](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/sky-temple-keys/) - Here you’ll find the location of all nine keys required to enter the Sky Temple, as well a detailed description of how to acquire them and what equipment you’ll need. Each key will be hidden inside of a Flying Ing Cache, and hints of their location can be found at Sky Temple Gateway in Dark
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Dark Temple Keys](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/dark-temple-keys/) - Here you'll find the location of all nine keys required to enter the Dark Agon, Dark Torvus, and Ing Hive Temples, as well a detailed description of how to acquire them and what equipment you'll need. Dark Agon Key #1 Location: Trial Tunnel, Dark Agon Wastes Requirements: None Simply walk in and claim the
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Power Bomb Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/power-bomb-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Power Bomb Expansion in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Power Bomb Expansion #1 Location: Transit Station, Sanctuary Fortress Requirements: Power Bombs, Dark Beam, Light Beam, Spider Ball, Morph Ball Use a Power Bomb
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/energy-tanks/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Energy Tank #1 Location: Storage Cavern B, Temple Grounds Requirements: Missiles From the Temple Assembly Site, destroy the red blast door with a missile, walk
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Missile Expansions By Area](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/missile-expansions-by-area/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Expansions have been listed by area. For a list of expansion in order of when you can pick them up during the game, click here.
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/missile-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Expansions have been listed in order of when you can pick them up during the game. For a list of expansions by area, click here.
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough – Endings](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/endings/) - Like many other Metroid games, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes features different endings. Like its predecessor, the endings in Echoes are based on item collection percentage versus time completed. Any player who gets 75% or more items will unlock the “good” ending, showing Samus in her Zero Suit. For players who achieve 100% item completion, a
- [Metroid Walkthrough – Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-walkthough/missile-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Missile Expansion #1 Location: Brinstar Requirements: None Getting to this room and finding it is the only challenge. Carefully jump up and over and you’ll finally get
- [Metroid Walkthrough – Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-walkthough/energy-tanks/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. It's important to note that while there are 8 Energy Tanks in Metroid, you can only carry a maximum of 6! This means that you'll want to be selective
- [Metroid Walkthrough – Mother Brain](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-walkthough/mother-brain/) - Walkthrough A Few Things You Should Know Before Playing The Planet Zebes Ridley’s Lair Kraid’s Lair Mother Brain Entering Tourian Metroid Infested Tourian Mother Brain Entering Tourian Once you're back in Brinstar, head back towards the massive vertical hallway where we grabbed the Long Beam earlier. Scale to the very, very top this time
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- [Metroid Walkthrough – Endings](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-walkthough/endings/) - Metroid offers a variety of endings based on the amount of time a player takes to clear the game, a tradition continued on in subsequent games and still practiced today. Below are all the different endings and the conditions you'll need to meet to achieve them! The 5th Best Ending Achieved by: finishing the
- [Metroid Walkthrough – Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-walkthough/bosses/) - Here you’ll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips in fighting the bosses of Metroid. Ridley This fight with Ridley won't be as formidable as you might expect going in. To be sure, he's no pushover, but compared to some of the wars that we know are in the future of this
- [Metroid Walkthrough – 100% Maps & Routes](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-walkthough/map/) - Here, you’ll find a map showing every Expansion location, boss location, and hidden area in Metroid. Click on the image to expand. Additionally below are the most optimal routes to take on your journey to achieve a 100% run. These are ideally used in tandem with the main walkthrough for Metroid. 100% Map Chapter
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/bosses/) - Here you'll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips in fighting the many bosses of Super Metroid. Ridley (Prologue) Torizo Spore Spawn Kraid Crocomire Phantoon Botwoon Draygon Golden Torizo Ridley Mother Brain RIDLEY (PROLOGUE) Now, this isn't a boss battle in the strictest sense of the word so much as it is
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – A Derelict Ship](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/a-derelict-ship/) - Continue right and you'll see yourself in a giant open space full of water and what looks like scaffolding. Let's call this area the Crash Site (important to give it a name since we'll be referencing this open area quite a bit). We can actually grab a quick expansion right away here. Roll down into
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Walkthrough](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes-walkthrough/) - Welcome to the complete, 100% Walkthrough of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes! Below you'll find the all powerup expansion locations, Temple Key locations, a complete scan log, including missable scans, strategies for all bosses, extras gallery, and detailed maps tying everything together. 100% Maps Missile Expansions (By Progression) (By Area) Energy Tanks Power Bomb
- [Metroid Prime 2: Echoes](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-2-echoes/) - Metroid Prime 2: Echoes is the 2004 sequel to the award-winning Metroid Prime, both released for Nintendo GameCube. Echoes leaned into a bit more of the tropes commonly associated with first person shooter games, introducing a multiplayer mode and a more traditional ammo system. Earning a reputation as one of the more difficult games in
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- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/bosses/) - Here you'll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips in fighting the many bosses of Metroid Fusion. Arachnus-X Elephant Bird Zazabi-X Serris-X Security Robot B.O.X. Barrier Core-X Human Core-X Yakuza-X Nettori-X Nightmare Security Robot B.O.X. 2 Ridley-X The SA-X Omega Metroid Arachnus-X You’ll see what we’ll later learn to be an
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- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Main Deck: Power Failure](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/main-deck-power-failure/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Sector 5 - First Encounter Main Deck - Power Failure Return
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Sector 3: Rogue Security](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sector-3-rogue-security/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Green Locks Super Missiles Security Robot B.O.X. Leaving Sector 3 Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Sector
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Sector 4: Ultra-High Speed](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sector-4-ultra-high-speed/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed The Hunt For Serris Serris-X Pump Control Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Sector 5 - First
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- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Sector 1: Atmospheric Interference](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sector-1-atmospheric-interference/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Atmospheric Stabilizers - First Unit Atmospheric Stabilizers - Second Unit Atmospheric Stabilizers - Third Unit Atmospheric Stabilizers - Fourth Unit Elephant Bird Atmospheric Stabilizers - Fifth Unit Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Sweeping the B.S.L.](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sweeping-the-bsl/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Sector 5 - First Encounter Main Deck - Power Failure Sector
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Sector 6: Revelations](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sector-6-revelations/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Sector 5 - First Encounter Main Deck - Power Failure Sector
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- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Sector 2: Overgrown With Vegetation](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sector-2-overgrown-with-vegetation/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Sector 5 - First Encounter Main Deck - Power Failure Sector
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Sector 5: First Encounter](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sector-5-first-encounter/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Sector 5 - First Encounter Power Bombs SA-X Encounter! Leaving Sector
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Habitation Deck: Signs of Life](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/habitation-deck-signs-of-life/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Main Deck Sector 5 - First Encounter Main Deck - Power
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- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Sector 6: Frozen Parasites](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sector-6-frozen-parasites/) - Walkthrough Biological Space Labs Sector 1 - Atmospheric Interference Sector 2 - Unknown Saboteur Sector 4 - Ultra-High Speed Sector 3 - Rogue Security Sector 6 - Frozen Parasites Frozen X Barrier Core-X Leaving (NOC) Sector 5 - Cold Arsenal Sector 3 - Meltdown Habitation Deck - Signs of Life Sector 5 - First Encounter
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- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Heavy Artillery](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/heavy-artillery/) - This room has a Save Station on the second floor up. Use it if you want, but when you're done, drop down to the bottom and bomb the middle of the floor. You'll drop down and see a green blast door. Introduce it to a Super Missile and enter. Freeze those pesky jumping yellow enemies
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Overgrown With Vegetation](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/overgrown-with-vegetation/) - Once you've acquired that, go left and head back up the shaft yet again until you're at the two door intersection where the Map Station was. Instead of going right, this time we'll take the left door. Shrink down and bomb the blocks in your way, keeping left until you get to a blue door.
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: 100% Map & Routes](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-return-of-samus-walkthrough-map/) - Here, you’ll find a map showing every Expansion location, boss location, and hidden area in Metroid II: Return of Samus. Click on the image to expand. 100% Map Chapter 2 Routes: Chapter 3 Routes: Chapter 4 Routes: Chapter 5 Routes: Chapter 6 Routes: Omega Metroid's Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough Walkthrough | 100%
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- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/missile-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid II: Return of Samus, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Expansions have been listed in order of when you can pick them up during the game. Missile Expansion #1 Requirements: Bombs Location: Phase 2
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: Endings](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/endings/) - Keeping up with what the first Metroid title began, Return of Samus offers the players multiple endings that can be unlocked dependant on how quickly the player finishes the game: The Worst Ending, achieved if the player takes longer than 7 hours to complete the game. Weirdly enough, this ending is pretty much the
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: Arachnus](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/arachnus/) - Below is a strategy for defeating the optional boss Arachnus. It's not required to take on the creature, but doing so will yield you one of the most useful upgrades in the game: the Spring Ball, which allows you to jump while in Morph Ball form! Arachnus With your spiffy new suit equipped, you'll
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: Metroid Strategies](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/metroid-strategies/) - Here you’ll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips in fighting the various Metroid evolutions you'll encounter on Sr388. By and large, 95% of every Metroid fight is: A) don't get hit by the moving Metroid, and B) fire missiles at it! There's not really any special attacks you need to know about,
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: The Tower - Zeta Metroids](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/the-tower-zeta-metroids/) - Walkthrough A Few Things To Know Before Starting The Ruins - Alpha Metroids The Waterworks - Gamma Metroids The Complex - Gamma Metroids The Tower - Zeta Metroids Phase Five Phase Six The Tower Zeta Metroid The Screw Attack Metroids in the Tower The Tunnels - Omega Metroids The Finale - Queen Metroid Phase
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: The Finale - Queen Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/the-finale-queen-metroid/) - Walkthrough A Few Things To Know Before Starting The Ruins - Alpha Metroids The Waterworks - Gamma Metroids The Complex - Gamma Metroids The Tower - Zeta Metroids The Tunnels - Omega Metroids The Finale - Queen Metroid Phase Nine The Inner Sanctum Queen Metroid The Last Metroid Phase Nine Your journey on SR388
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: The Tunnels - Omega Metroids](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/the-tunnels-omega-metroids/) - Walkthrough A Few Things To Know Before Starting The Ruins - Alpha Metroids The Waterworks - Gamma Metroids The Complex - Gamma Metroids The Tower - Zeta Metroids The Tunnels - Omega Metroids Looming Danger Omega Metroid Omega Metroids in the Tunnels The Finale - Queen Metroid Looming Danger You should be starting at
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: The Complex - Gamma Metroids](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/the-complex-gamma-metroids/) - Walkthrough A Few Things To Know Before Starting The Ruins - Alpha Metroids The Waterworks - Gamma Metroids The Complex - Gamma Metroids The Space Jump Beam Weaponry Metroids in the Complex The Tower - Zeta Metroids The Tunnels - Omega Metroids The Finale - Queen Metroid The Space Jump Once you’ve gotten yourself
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: The Waterworks - Gamma Metroids](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/the-waterworks-gamma-metroids/) - Walkthrough A Few Things To Know Before Starting The Ruins - Alpha Metroids The Waterworks - Gamma Metroids The Varia Suit Arachnus High Jump Boots Metroids in the Waterworks Gamma Metroid Metroids in the Waterworks Part 2 The Complex - Gamma Metroids The Tower - Zeta Metroids The Tunnels - Omega Metroids The Finale -
- [Metroid II: Return of Samus Walkthrough: The Ruins - Alpha Metroids](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-ii-return-of-samus-walkthrough/the-ruins-alpha-metroids/) - Walkthrough A Few Things To Know Before Starting The Ruins - Alpha Metroids Phase One Alpha Metroid Bombs Away Spider Ball Metroids in the Ruins The Waterworks - Gamma Metroids The Complex - Gamma Metroids The Tower - Zeta Metroids The Tunnels - Omega Metroids The Finale - Queen Metroid Phase One Welcome one
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/) - Super Metroid Walkthrough. Find Maps, Missiles, Bosses, Energy Tanks, Endings, Power Bomb Expansions, Super Missiles, Speed Running Strategies, and More!
- [Super Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid/) - The third and most critically acclaimed entry in the series, Super Metroid has frequently been hailed as one of the greatest video games ever made. Releasing for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1994, Super Metroid is the realization of all the ambitions of Metroid’s 1 and 2, featuring a large, interconnected map, tons of
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – The Caverns of Artaria](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/the-caverns-of-artaria/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria Prologue E.M.M.I.-01P Into the E.M.M.I. Zone The Charge Beam Artaria Central Unit E.M.M.I.-02SM Corpious The Road to Cataris The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – The Hunt For Ridley](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/the-hunt-for-ridley/) - You should be in a room you've blitzed past before, with a little space to drop down in the center. Head down, shooting the blue flames as you drop, and open the yellow blast door. This next room is a giant cavern filled with glowing orange lava. Fortunately, our Gravity Suit protects us against this
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Dark Waters](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/dark-waters/) - Now, all of the next two parts of this guide are optional. Not only are they optional, but they'll be far easier once you have the Space Jump. However, I recommend doing them now, since the Spring Ball is going to come in handy gaining some more pickups in Maridia, and it's easier to steadily
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Hidden Scene](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/hidden-scene/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMujETQEQZY There is a hidden Easter egg scene here, but it involves pulling off arguably the most bananas Shinespark puzzle sequence in all of Metroid. To view this hidden scene, you must do this sequence after unlocking the Red Locks, but before grabbing the Diffusion Missiles. The trick will be keeping your Shinespark – it’s
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/) - Metroid Dread Walkthrough for Nintendo Switch. Find Maps, Missiles, Shinespark Puzzles, Bosses, Energy Tanks, Endings, Power Bombs, Chozo Archives
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - The Last Metroid](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/the-last-metroid/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory Area 8 - The Nest The Last Metroid Items on the Surface Items in Area
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Area 8: The Nest](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/area-8-the-nest/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory Area 8 - The Nest The Nest Chamber The Inner Sanctum Queen Metroid Life After
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Aeion Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/aeion-tanks/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Aeion Tank in Metroid: Samus Returns, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Aeion Tank #1 Location: Area 1 (First Visit) Requirements: Spider Ball Get to the Save Station in the lower right corner (the one with the
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Return to SR388](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/return-to-sr388/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 The Surface Awaits Evolution Alpha Metroid Descending Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory Area 8 - The Nest The Last Metroid
- [Metroid: Samus Returns](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns/) - The first new 2D Metroid game in over 10 years, Metroid: Samus Returns launched on the 3DS in 2017 to great fanfare. This was the first Metroid game developed by Mercury Steam. Samus Returns is an enhanced remake of Metroid II: Return of Samus for the Game Boy, introducing melee counters, free aim shooting, Aeion
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Endings](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/endings/) - In keeping with the tradition of the Metroid series, Metroid: Samus Returns has several endings that the player can achieve. These endings are based on a combination of time completion and difficulty setting. NOTE: in order to obtain every ending, you'll need to beat the game on Fusion difficulty mode, which (as of this writing)
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Extras Gallery](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/extras-gallery/) - Here you’ll find a complete gallery of all artwork included in Metroid: Samus Returns. These galleries are unlocked in game by scanning various Metroid amiibo. Click on the images to expand. Samus Returns Bonus Gallery: SRG3 Image 1 of 35 Metroid II: Return of Samus Gallery: M2G1 Image 1 of 37 Omega
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Chozo Memories](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/chozo-memories/) - The Chozo Memories are a series of unlockable images that offer a glimpse into life on SR388 when the Chozo inhabited the planet, focusing on the creation of the Metroids and various Chozo tribes. These images are unlocked based on item collection percentage; you'll need to collect 100% of the items in the Surface Area
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Special Abilities](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/special-abilities/) - Here you’ll find a list of some of Samus’s special abilities. Some of these are fairly crucial to the progression of the game, and essential if you want to get 100% powerups, so practice some of these until you’re a pro. Here is a list of Samus’s special abilities, and how you can pull them
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/bosses/) - Here you’ll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips in fighting the many bosses of Metroid: Samus Returns. Alpha Metroid Gamma Metroid Arachnus Zeta Metroid Omega Metroid Diggernaut Queen Metroid Proteus Ridley Alpha Metroid If you thought that the only kind of Metroids on the planet were the ones you already
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Metroid Locations](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/metroid-locations/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Metroid in Metroid: Samus Returns. You'll see images with Omega Metroid's custom Samus Returns map, as well as a screenshot of the Metroid itself. The locations will be broken down by area. If you are looking for battle tactics and strategies for the various types of Metroids scattered
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/energy-tanks/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid: Samus Returns, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Energy Tank #1 Location: Surface Area (First Visit) Requirements: Morph Ball Starting at the Missile Recharge Station, go through the door, drop down, and roll
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Power Bomb Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/power-bomb-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Power Bomb Expansion in Metroid: Samus Returns, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Power Bomb Expansion #1 Location: Area 6 (First Visit) Requirements: Defeat the Diggernaut You’ll get this upgrade as part of the main progression of
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Super Missile Expansions By Area](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/super-missile-expansions-by-area/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Super Missile Expansion in Metroid: Samus Returns, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Expansions have been listed by area. For a list of expansion by game progression, click here. Super Missiles by Area: Surface Area Area 1 Area
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Super Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/super-missile-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Super Missile Expansion in Metroid: Samus Returns, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Expansions have been listed in order of when you can pick them up during the game. For a list of expansion by game area, click here.
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Missile Expansions by Area](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/missile-expansions-by-area/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid: Samus Returns, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Expansions have been listed by area. For a list of expansion by game progression, click here. Missiles by Area: Surface Area Area 1 Area 2 Area
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough: Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/missile-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid: Samus Returns, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Expansions have been listed in order of when you can pick them up during the game. For a list of expansion by area, click here. Missile
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Area 7: Chozo Laboratory](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/area-7-chozo-laboratory/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory Omega Metroid #1 Omega Metroid #2 Omega Metroid #3 Area 8 - The Nest The
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Area 6: Diggernaut's Domain](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/area-6-diggernauts-domain/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Metroids in Area 6 Omega Metroid Loading Up SR388 Revisited The Diggernaut Leaving Area 6 Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Area 5: Flooded Greenhouse](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/area-5-flooded-greenhouse/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Phase Drift Plasma and Gravity The Screw Attack Metroids in Area 5 Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory Area 8 -
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Area 4: Crystal Caverns](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/area-4-crystal-caverns/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns The Spazer Beam Escape The Diggernaut! Super Missiles Zeta Metroid Metroids in Area 4 Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory Area
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Area 3: Aeion Mines](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/area-3-aeion-mines/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Powerups in the Mines Metroids in Area 3 Part 1 Metroids in Area 3 Part 2 Area 3 Depths Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Area 2: Hydroelectric Station](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/area-2-hydroelectric-station/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Lightning Armor The Varia Suit Gamma Metroid The Wave Beam Arachnus Metroids in Area 2 Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough - Area 1: Ancient Chozo Ruins](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/area-1-ancient-chozo-ruins/) - Walkthrough Return to SR388 Area 1 - Ancient Chozo Ruins Bombs and Ice The Spider Ball Metroids in Area 1 Area 2 - Hydroelectric Station Area 3 - Aeion Mines Area 4 - Crystal Caverns Area 5 - Flooded Greenhouse Area 6 - Diggernaut's Domain Area 7 - Chozo Laboratory Area 8 - The Nest
- [Metroid: Samus Returns Walkthrough](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-samus-returns-walkthrough/) - Welcome to the complete, 100% walkthrough for Metroid: Samus Returns, the reimagining of Samus’s mission to eradicate all Metroids on the Planet SR388 in Metroid II: Return of Samus! As is always the case, getting lost and exploring your surroundings is part of the fun in any Metroid game, but this guide will help you
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Mission's End](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/missions-end/) - Walkthrough Return to Zebes Kraid's Lair Powering Up Ridley's Lair Mother Brain Zero Mission Mission's End Chozodia Expansions Crateria Expansions Tourian Expansions Kraid's Lair Expansions Norfair Expansions Ridley's Lair Expansions The Final Confrontation Escape! We are now in the point in the game that I like to refer to as “God Mode”, meaning you
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Zero Mission](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/zero-mission/) - Walkthrough Return to Zebes Kraid's Lair Powering Up Ridley's Lair Mother Brain Zero Mission Sneaking Through The Ship Part 1 Sneaking Through The Ship Part 2 Sneaking Through The Ship Part 3 Sneaking Through The Ship Part 4 Chozo Test Power Bombs Mission's End Sneaking Through The Ship Part 1 Oh boy. So before
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Mother Brain](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/mother-brain/) - Walkthrough Return to Zebes Kraid's Lair Powering Up Ridley's Lair Mother Brain The Screw Attack Tourian Mother Brain Escape! Zero Mission Mission's End The Screw Attack Back again in Norfair. How splendid. As soon as the elevator stops, you’ll see the wall to the right of you give away, and you know what that
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Ridley's Lair](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/ridleys-lair/) - Walkthrough Return to Zebes Kraid's Lair Powering Up Ridley's Lair Imago The Dragon's Domain Ridley Exiting Ridley's Lair Mother Brain Zero Mission Mission's End Imago We’re starting off hot in the incredibly hostile Ridley’s Lair by taking on a boss almost right away. The routing here is a little convoluted, so stay with me.
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – 100% Map](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/map/) - Here, you'll find a map showing every Expansion location, boss location, and hidden area in Metroid: Zero Mission. Click on the image to expand. Omega Metroid's Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough Walkthrough | 100% Map | Missile Expansions (By Progression) (By Area) | Super Missile Expansions | Power Bomb Expansions | Energy Tanks | Shinespark Puzzles & Shortcuts | Boss Fights |
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Super Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/super-missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Super Missile Expansion in Metroid: Zero Mission, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Super Missile Expansion #1 Location: Brinstar Requirements: Speed Booster, Morph Ball Once you’re back in Brinstar, head left into the hallway we fought Deorum in
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Power Bomb Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/power-bomb-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Power Bomb Expansion in Metroid: Zero Mission, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Power Bomb Expansion #1 Location: Chozodia Requirements: None You will acquire this expansion as part of the natural progression of the game. Power Bomb
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/energy-tanks/) - Here you'll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid: Zero Mission, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Energy Tank #1 Location: Brinstar Requirements: None Sitting in plain view for you is ENERGY TANK #1 Energy Tank #2 Location: Kraid's Lair Requirements: Morph
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/bosses/) - Here you’ll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips in fighting the many bosses of Metroid: Zero Mission. Deorum Acid Worm Kraid Kiru Giru Imago Ridley Mother Brain Chozo Test Mecha Ridley Deorum Here we go, the first boss battle of Metroid: Zero Mission! This is actually a pretty unique boss in
- [Metroid: Zero Mission Walkthrough – Endings](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-zero-mission-walkthrough/endings/) - In keeping with the tradition of the Metroid series, Metroid: Zero Mission has several endings that the player can achieve. These endings are based on a combination of time completion and item percentage: Ending #1, obtained by beating the game on Easy difficulty, or by defeating the game on Normal difficulty in over 4
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Energy Tanks By Area](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/energy-tanks-by-area/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid Fusion, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. This list is ordered by way of area; for a list of Missile Expansions by progression, click here. Main Deck Sector 1 (SRX) Sector 2 (TRO) Sector
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Power Bomb Expansions By Area](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/power-bomb-expansions-by-area/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Power Bomb Expansion in Metroid Fusion, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. This list is ordered by way of area; for a list of Missile Expansions by progression, click here. Main Deck Sector 1 (SRX) Sector 2 (TRO)
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Missile Expansions By Location](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/missile-expansions-by-location/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid Fusion, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. This list is ordered by way of area; for a list of Missile Expansions by progression, click here. Main Deck Sector 1 (SRX) Sector 2 (TRO) Sector 3
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – SA-X Encounters](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/sa-x-encounters/) - Here you'll find detailed instructions on how to survive every SA-X encounter, including the final confrontation. SA-X Encounter in Sector 2 Jump behind the pillar in this room and you'll hear what no doubt is a sound keeping you up at night by this point: the quiet footsteps of t0he SA-X. The SA-X
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/energy-tanks/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid Fusion, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. This list is ordered by way of progression; for a list of Missile Expansions by area, click here. Energy Tank #1 Location: Main Deck Requirements: Missiles After
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Power Bomb Expansions ](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/power-bomb-expansions/) - Here you’ll find the location for every Power Bomb Expansion in Metroid Fusion, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. This list is ordered by way of progression; for a list of Missile Expansions by area, click here. Power Bomb Expansion #1 Location: Sector 5 (ARC)
- [Metroid Fusion Walkthrough – Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-fusion-walkthrough/missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid Fusion, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. This list is ordered by way of progression; for a list of Missile Expansions by area, click here. Missile Expansion #1 Location: Main Deck Requirements: Missiles Starting from
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – ZDR's Secrets](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/zdrs-secrets/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the Surface ZDR's Secrets Ghavoran's Secrets Burenia's Secrets Ferenia's Secrets Dairon's Secrets Artaria's Secrets Cataris's Secrets Elun's
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Artifact Locations](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/artifact-locations/) - Artifact Locations Here you’ll find the location for every Artifact in Metroid Prime, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Artifact of Truth Hint: N/A Location: Artifact Temple, Tallon Overworld Requirements: Missiles This Artifact will be present as soon as you walk into the Artifact Temple.
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Welcome to Zebes](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/welcome-to-zebes/) - Keep heading left and you'll see a pit in the ground. Since we don't have the equipment to open anything else, drop down this pit and keep descending all the way down until you see a blue door on the floor. Shoot it and drop down. Make your way left, jumping over the platforms. Eventually
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – The Mystery of Elun](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/the-mystery-of-elun/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun Dearly Departed The Lock Room Drogyga Super Missiles To Elun The Plasma Beam Chozo Spear Soldier The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – The Ruins Come Alive](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/the-ruins-come-alive/) - WALKTHROUGH Frigate Orpheon Planet Tallon IV The Ruins Come Alive Bombtrack Incinerator Drone The Charge Beam Praise the Sun Flaahgra Into the Fire Fire & Ice Phazon Laboratory Ghosts & Gravity Space Pirate Assault The Entrusted One Artifacts in the Wild The Great Poison Bombtrack Scans in This Section Chozo Lore: Purification Creatures: Shriekbat,
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/missile-expansions/) - Missile Expansions Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid Prime, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Expansions have been listed in order of when you can pick them up during the game. For a list of expansion by area, click here. Missile
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Missile Expansions By Area](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/missile-expansions-by-area/) - Missile Expansions Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid Prime, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Expansions have been listed by area. For a list of expansion in order of when you can pick them up during the game, click here.
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Power Bomb Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/power-bomb-expansions/) - Power Bomb Expansions Here you’ll find the location for every Power Bomb Expansion in Metroid Prime, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Power Bomb Expansion #1 Location: Central Dynamo, Phazon Mines Requirements: Defeat Cloaked Drone Once the Cloaked Drone has been defeated, work your way
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/energy-tanks/) - Energy Tanks Here you’ll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid Prime, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Energy Tank #1 Location: Transport Access North, Chozo Ruins Requirements: Missiles, Beat Hive Mecha After defeating Hive Mecha, use a missile to destroy the Blast
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Phazon Laboratory](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/phazon-laboratory/) - WALKTHROUGH Frigate Orpheon Planet Tallon IV The Ruins Come Alive Fire & Ice Phazon Laboratory Infiltration The Ultimate Warrior Lights Out Thardus Ghosts & Gravity Space Pirate Assault The Entrusted One Artifacts in the Wild The Great Poison Infiltration Scans in This Section Pirate Data: Phazon Analysis, Parasite Larva, Mining Status, Security Breaches, Glacial
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/) - Welcome to the 100% walkthrough for Metroid Prime, the debut first person adventure for Samus Aran! Metroid Prime can be a bit daunting for newcomers, especially those without much experience with first person shooters. Our handy dandy guide will help you navigate the labyrinth of Tallon IV, making sure that you don’t miss a single
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Creatures](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/creatures/) - Creatures Here you’ll find a list of every Creatures scan and their contents, plus any missable creatures, in Metroid Prime. They will be listed in the same order as the logbook. Parasite *MISSABLE* Location: Frigate Orpheon Transcript: Interstellar vermin.​ Travel in swarms. ​Indigenous to Tallon IV,​ a single Parasite is harmless to larger life-​forms.​
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Pirate Data](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/pirate-data/) - Pirate Data Here you’ll find a list of every Pirate Data scan, its location, and its contents, in Metroid Prime. Fall of Zebes *MISSABLE* Location: Biohazzard Containment, Frigate Orpheon Transcript: Zebes has fallen. All ground personnel are presumed dead, either killed by the Hunter clad in metal or in the subsequent destruction of the
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Research](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/research/) - Research Here you’ll find a list of every Research scan and its contents, plus any missable items, in Metroid Prime. Small Energy Transcript: Small Energy. Replenishes 10 units of energy. Large Energy Transcript: Large Energy. Replenishes 20 units of energy. Ultra Energy Transcript: Ultra Energy. Replenishes 100 units of energy. Small
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Missable Scans](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/missable-scans/) - Missable Scans Here you’ll find a list of every missable scan in Metroid Prime. Research – Map Station There are a few Map Rooms on Tallon IV, but there are only so many, so make sure to grab this scan when you can. You also have to scan the hologram before you step into
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Raven Beak](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/raven-beak/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the Surface ZDR's Secrets Raven Beak Revelations Raven Beak: Phase 1 Raven Beak: Phase 2 Raven Beak:
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – To the Surface](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/to-the-surface/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the Surface The Screw Attack Twin Chozo Robots Golzuna Ferenia Central Unit E.M.M.I.-06WB The Final E.M.M.I. The
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Frozen Planet](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/frozen-planet/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet The Gravity Suit Frozen ZDR Experiment Z-57 To the Surface ZDR's Secrets Raven Beak The Gravity Suit You'll
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – The Ruins of Ferenia](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/the-ruins-of-ferenia/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Across the Ruined City Escue Twin Robot Chozo Soldiers Frozen Planet To the Surface ZDR's Secrets Raven Beak Across the
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – The Forest of Ghavoran](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/the-forest-of-ghavoran/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Spin Boost Ghavoran Central Unit E.M.M.I.-05IM The Pulse Radar The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the Surface ZDR's Secrets Raven Beak The
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – The Depths of Burenia](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/the-depths-of-burenia/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia The Flash Shift Through the Depths Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the Surface ZDR's Secrets Raven Beak The Flash Shift What an
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Quiet Robe](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/quiet-robe/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe Dairon Central Unit E.M.M.I.-04SB Dairon Goodies The Grapple Beam The Road to Ferenia Quiet Robe Robot Chozo Soldier The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – The Complex of Dairon](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/the-complex-of-dairon/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon Bombs Away Through the Complex The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the Surface ZDR's Secrets Raven Beak Bombs Away When you arrive
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – The Hunt for Kraid](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/the-hunt-for-kraid/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris The Hunt for Kraid The Wide Beam Cataris Central Unit E.M.M.I.-03MB The Varia Suit Cataris Depths Kraid Leaving Cataris The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the Surface
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – The Furnace of Cataris](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/the-furnace-of-cataris/) - Walkthrough The Caverns of Artaria The Furnace of Cataris Getting to the E.M.M.I. Zone Thermal Switch #1 Thermal Switch #2 Thermal Switch #3 The Hunt for Kraid The Complex of Dairon The Depths of Burenia Quiet Robe The Mystery of Elun The Forest of Ghavoran The Ruins of Ferenia Frozen Planet To the Surface ZDR's
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Sequence Breaks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/sequence-breaks/) - One of the pillars of the Metroid series in sequence breaking, a series of game-bending (but not breaking) actions that players can perform in order to obtain items or powerups out of the games intended order. Sequence breaks will usually require a fairly high degree of precision and understanding of the games mechanics, and is
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Endings](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/endings/) - In keeping with Metroid tradition, Metroid Dread offers you a series of unlockable images based upon your completion time. Unlike previous Metroid games, however, the rewards aren't pictures of Samus and her suit, but rather still images of her past adventures, complete with the game logo and artwork. Being that Metroid Dread is set to
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Chozo Archives](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/chozo-archives/) - The Chozo Archives are a series of images that you can unlock that will shed a little more light on the Mawkin Chozo tribe and their exploits on the Planet ZDR, particularly those involving the many bosses of the game. The archives are an evolution from the Chozo Memories of Samus Returns, but function in
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Shinespark Puzzles](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/shinespark-puzzles/) - Metroid Dread has a litany of expansions hidden around ZDR that require precise execution of your Speed Booster and Shinespark ability in order to acquire them. See below for details and video on how these Shinespark puzzles should be completed. Artaria Shinespark Puzzles Missile Expansion #26 Location: Artaria E.M.M.I. Zone Requirements: Morph Ball, Speed
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Special Abilities](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/special-abilities/) - Here you'll find a list of some of Samus's special abilities. Some of these are fairly crucial to the progression of the game, and essential if you want to get 100% powerups, so practice some of these until you're a pro. Here is a list of Samus's special abilities, and how you can pull them
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Bosses](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/bosses/) - Here you'll find a detailed list of strategies, information, and tips in fighting the many bosses of Metroid Dread. Corpious Kraid Robot Chozo Soldier Drogyga Chozo Spear Soldier Escue Twin Robot Chozo Soldiers Experiment Z-57 Chozo Spear + Shield Soldier Golzuna Raven Beak Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Corpius Holy smokes, what a
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – E.M.M.I. Encounters](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/emmi-encounters/) - The following guide will walk you through confronting and finishing off the E.M.M.I.'s once you are powered up with the Omega Cannon and Omega Stream. While some encounters are more straightforward than others, this can still be difficult to pull off. E.M.M.I.-01P (Damaged, Artaria) E.M.M.I.-02SM (Silver, Artaria) E.M.M.I.-03MB (Green, Cataris) E.M.M.I.-04SB (Yellow, Dairon) E.M.M.I.-05IM (Blue,
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Energy Parts](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/energy-parts/) - Here you'll find the location for every Energy Parts in Metroid Dread, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Energy Part #1 Location: Cataris Requirements: Activate Thermal Switches 1 and 2 Get directly underneath thermal switch #2. Slide under the pillar, jump up and grab
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/energy-tanks/) - Here you'll find the location for every Energy Tank in Metroid Dread, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Energy Tank #1 Location: Artaria Requirements: Charge Beam From the starting area, head right, hopping over the crab and retreading the same opening hallway. Instead of
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Power Bomb Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/power-bomb-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Power Bomb Expansion in Metroid Dread, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Power Bomb Expansion #1 Location: Dairon Requirements: Grapple Beam, Missiles Make your way into Dairon from Artaria (the elevator close to the room where you
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Missile+ Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/missile-plus-tanks/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile+ Tank in Metroid Dread, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Missile+ Tank #1 Location: Cataris Requirements: Morph Ball To the right of the Save Station in the far left corner of Cataris, you’ll see a small
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Metroid Dread, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Additionally, you can find Missile Expansions by area: Artaria Missile Expansions Cataris Missile Expansions Dairon Missile Expansions Burenia Missile Expansions Ferenia Missile Expansions Ghavoran Missile Expansions Elun /
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – 100% Map & Routes](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/map/) - Here you'll find a map showing every item expansion location, boss location, hidden area, and most optimal routes in Metroid Dread.
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/missile-expansions/) - Missile Expansions Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Super Metroid, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. This list is ordered by way of progression; for a list of Missile Expansions by area, click here. Missile Expansion #1 Location: Brinstar Requirements: Morph Ball
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – The Final Battle](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/the-final-battle/) - Walkthrough Ceres Research Station Welcome to Zebes Overgrown With Vegetation Fires of Norfair Heavy Artillery A Derelict Ship Dark Waters The Hunt for Ridley The Final Battle Tying Up Loose Ends Tourian Mother Brain Escape!! Tying Up Loose Ends We're nearing the finish line, but before we descend into the heart of Zebes, we
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Fires of Norfair](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/fires-of-norfair/) - Walkthrough Ceres Research Station Welcome to Zebes Overgrown With Vegetation Fires of Norfair The Speed Booster The Ice Beam Optional Pickups Crocomire Heavy Artillery A Derelict Ship Dark Waters The Hunt for Ridley The Final Battle The Speed Booster Now that Kraid is defeated and we have the Varia Suit, we'll be able to
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Special Abilities](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/special-abilities/) - Here you'll find a list of some of Samus's special abilities. Some of these are fairly crucial to the progression of the game, and essential if you want to get 100% powerups, so practice some of these until you're a pro. Here is a list of Samus's special abilities, and how you can pull them
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough: Help Your Friends!](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/help-your-friends/) - In the final escape sequence in the game, if you have enough time, stop and save your friends! Not every creature on Zebes wanted to kill you, and we're not going to leave the friendly creatures that helped us along the way to die alone! On the way to your ship, you'll see the small
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Endings](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/endings/) - Continuing the tradition of the Metroid series, Super Metroid has three endings that the player can achieve. These endings are based on time completion only. There is a "standard, better, and best" ending that you can achieve depending on your play-time. The Standard Ending, showing Samus fully equipped in her Gravity Suit, unlocked if
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Reserve Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/reserve-tanks/) - Reserve Tanks Here you’ll find the location for every Reserve Tank in Super Metroid, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Reserve Tank #1 Location: Norfair Requirements: Ice Beam, Super Missile In the same room you grabbed Missile Expansion #14 in, shoot the left hand side
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough: Spring Ball](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/spring-ball/) - The Spring Ball Here you'll find a detailed description on how to get one of the most useful optional upgrades in Super Metroid: The Spring Ball, a pickup that let's Samus jump while in Morph Ball form! From the broken tube room in Maridia, head up, going through the door on the ceiling. Now,
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Energy Tanks](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/energy-tanks/) - Energy Tanks Here you’ll find the location for every Energy Tank in Super Metroid, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Energy Tank #1 Location: Crateria Requirements: Bombs From your ship, head to the left, and even though it looks like a dead end, our new
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Power Bomb Expansions ](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/power-bomb-expansions/) - Power Bomb Expansions Here you’ll find the location for every Power Bomb Expansion in Super Metroid, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Power Bomb Expansion #1 Location: Brinstar Requirements: Ice Beam, Bombs, Super Missiles In the long hallway in Red Brinstar, freeze the Rippers and
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – Super Missile Expansions ](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/super-missile-expansions/) - Super Missile Expansions Here you’ll find the location for every Super Missile Expansion in Super Metroid, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you’ll need. Super Missile Expansion #1 Location: Brinstar Requirements: None After defeating Spore Spawn (see Bosses for tips), climb to the top of the room
- [Super Metroid Walkthrough – 100% Map & Routes](https://omegametroid.com/super-metroid-walkthrough/map/) - Here you'll find a map showing every item expansion location, boss location, hidden area, and most optimal routes in Super Metroid.
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Extras Gallery](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/extras-gallery/) - Here you'll find a complete gallery of all Extras included in Metroid Prime Remastered. Click on the images to expand. Concept Gallery Biology 1 Image 1 of 43 Biology - Remastered 1-1 Image 1 of 31 World 1-2 Image 1 of 17 World - Remastered 1-3 Image 1 of 29 Character Gallery 1a Image
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Endings](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/endings/) - Like many other Metroid games, Metroid Prime features different endings, although as a change in form, the endings in Metroid Prime are based on item collection percentage versus time completed. Any player who gets 75% or more items will unlock the "good" ending, showing Samus without her helmet. For players who achieve 100% item completion,
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Beam Combos](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/beam-combos/) - Here you'll find the locations for each Beam Combo upgrade in the game, as well as the requirements needed to get them. Super Missile Location: Observatory, Phendrana Drifts Requirements: None (required to progress the game) Method: As you progress through the game, you will naturally come across the Super Missiles. Description: Used with Power
- [Metroid Prime Walkthrough – Chozo Lore](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-walkthrough/chozo-lore/) - Chozo Lore Here you’ll find a list of every Chozo Lore scan, its location, and its contents, in Metroid Prime. Beginnings Location: Ruins Entrance, Chozo Ruins Transcript: The history of the Chozo stretches back into ancient times, so far into the fog of the past that we know not where our ancestors came from.
- [Metroid Prime](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime/) - The first new Metroid game in over 8 years, and the first Metroid game in the post-3D era of video games, Metroid Prime released in November 2002 for the Nintendo GameCube. Despite a troubled development by a relatively upstart young team named Retro Studios, Metroid Prime would go on to become one of the most
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Elun / Hanubia Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/elun-hanubia-missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Elun / Hanubia, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Additionally, you can find Missile Expansions by area: All Missile Expansions Artaria Missile Expansions Cataris Missile Expansions Dairon Missile Expansions Burenia Missile Expansions Ferenia Missile Expansions Ghavoran
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Ghavoran Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/ghavoran-missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Ghavoran , as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Additionally, you can find Missile Expansions by area: All Missile Expansions Artaria Missile Expansions Cataris Missile Expansions Dairon Missile Expansions Burenia Missile Expansions Ferenia Missile Expansions Elun /
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Ferenia Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/ferenia-missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Ferenia, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Additionally, you can find Missile Expansions by area: All Missile Expansions Artaria Missile Expansions Cataris Missile Expansions Dairon Missile Expansions Burenia Missile Expansions Ghavoran Missile Expansions Elun / Hanubia
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Burenia Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/burenia-missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Burenia, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Additionally, you can find Missile Expansions by area: All Missile Expansions Artaria Missile Expansions Cataris Missile Expansions Dairon Missile Expansions Ferenia Missile Expansions Ghavoran Missile Expansions Elun / Hanubia
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Dairon Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/dairon-missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Dairon, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Additionally, you can find Missile Expansions by area: All Missile Expansions Artaria Missile Expansions Cataris Missile Expansions Burenia Missile Expansions Ferenia Missile Expansions Ghavoran Missile Expansions Elun / Hanubia
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Cataris Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/cataris-missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Cataris, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Additionally, you can find Missile Expansions by area: All Missile Expansions Artaria Missile Expansions Dairon Missile Expansions Burenia Missile Expansions Ferenia Missile Expansions Ghavoran Missile Expansions Elun / Hanubia
- [Metroid Dread Walkthrough – Artaria Missile Expansions](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-dread-walkthrough/artaria-missile-expansions/) - Here you'll find the location for every Missile Expansion in Artaria, as well as detailed explanations on how to get them and what powerups you'll need. Additionally, you can find Missile Expansions by area: All Missile Expansions Cataris Missile Expansions Dairon Missile Expansions Burenia Missile Expansions Ferenia Missile Expansions Ghavoran Missile Expansions Elun / Hanubia
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- [Metroid Prime 3: Corruption Walkthrough](https://omegametroid.com/metroid-prime-3-corruption-walkthrough/) - Welcome to the complete, 100% Walkthrough of Metroid Prime 3: Corruption! Below you’ll find the all powerup expansion locations, Energy Cell locations, Gunship expansions, a complete scan log including missable scans, strategies for all bosses, extras gallery, and detailed maps tying everything together. 100% Map Missile Expansions Missile Expansions By Location Energy Tanks Energy
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- [Samus  Dreamcast](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/samus-dreamcast/) - Samus, also known as Zyndetta, is a music producer and a variety content creator. She has been a fan of the Metroid series since 2005 with Metroid Zero Mission being their first Metroid game. Samus likes having fun, chilling, horror movies, wrestling, and skateboarding.
- [Andy Spiteri](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/andy-spiteri/) - Likes = Double doubles, hockey, rap, synthwave, Avril Lavigne, Zelda, Metroid, social justice. Dislikes = Adam Malkovich, the Kirby series, mouse and keyboard controls, being proven wrong (this happens a lot). In addition to the Omega Metroid Podcast every Wednesday, find me on Zelda Dungeon’s weekly podcast, The Zelda Cast, every Monday, as well as Virtual
- [Samantha Spiteri](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/samantha-spiteri/) - Hey I'm Sam! Merch manager for Omega Metroid (this is a real title with real duties, I promise), fur mama to Link and Zozo, and plant lover of all flowers and greenery. I have logged an insane amount of time with Dr. Mario for the Game Boy and can't wait for the Switch 2 to
- [Phillip  Summers (Hand Drawn Game Guides)](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/phillip-summers-hand-drawn-game-guides/) - Art & Graphic Design. Retro Gaming enthusiast. The Hand-Drawn Game Guides guy. Just trying to make cool stuff.
- [Torvus Bolt](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/torvus-bolt/) - Metroid Speedrunner | Chozo Cipher Club | Graphic art I have the fastest Metroid Dread run with accidental saves
- [Falcon Zero](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/falcon-zero/) - Creator of Metroid maps and webmaster of Metroid Recon.
- [SZ](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/sz/) - Hey everyone! You can call me SZ or Pikmineer; both are good! I’ve been a Metroid fan since 2019, and my first game in the series was, surprisingly Metroid on NES! What started as just playing a random NES game in the middle of the night turned into my favorite media franchise… crazy how those
- [Metroda](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/metroda/) - Hey I’m Kendall or Metroda. I first saw Samus on Smash 64 but never played any Metroid until getting Fusion & Echoes 20 years ago and it’s been my favorite series ever since. I also love Zelda, Elder Scrolls, Civilization, and most 2D platformers. When I’m not hanging with my kids or gaming I also
- [Jules Gia](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/jules-gia/) - Hi! I’m Jules (or Julia). I’m new to the Metroid series and have enjoyed getting to know the games and this community so far! I help out with social media and the team’s twitch activities. Outside of the podcast, I enjoy streaming, all things sci-fi, playing soccer, studying Japanese, and skiing.
- [Griffen Olney](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/griffen-olney/) - Hello! I’m Griffen Olney, or TheAccursedHunter01 everywhere else, the official reporter and self proclaimed lore expert on the Metroid series. Metroid is my favorite video game series, I own all of the games in one form or another and have beaten most of the games at least twice while also engaging in all of the
- [GameWyrm](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/gamewyrm/) - Hey! Name’s GameWyrm, though you might also see me as GameWyrm97. Metroid has been a big part of my life since I used to play Zero Mission for hours on my parent’s GBA. I’ve 100%ed every mainline Metroid (barring the Wii game that shall not be named) and have speedran most of the 2D titles.
- [Dakota Lasky](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/dakota-lasky/) - Hey everyone! I’m Dak, and I’m one of the co-hosts and original cast of the Omega Metroid Podcast. My introduction to the Metroid series was through Super Smash Bros. for the N64, where I learned Samus was not a robot, but an actual human being and the star of her own game series. When I
- [Doominal Crossing](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/doominal-crossing/) - Hi! I’m Doominal Crossing, but most people call me “Doom” for short. I love the Metroid series so much the people around me probably think it’s a personality trait at this point. When I’m not appearing on an episode of Omega Metroid, there’s a good chance I’m either making a new mashup, searching for a
- [Pete "SPIRE_FAN" Grigsby](https://omegametroid.com/wps-members/pete-spire_fan-grigsby/) - Using his default username since 2006, Metroid Prime: Hunters was SPIRE_FAN’s first game he played on a competitive level and has kept going ever since with Street Fighter, Super Smash Bros., Pokemon TCG, and others, all while advertising Metroid’s Magmaul-wielding Bounty Hunter.

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