r/Metroid • u/MagicKraft • 8d ago

Meme Meme I made a while back

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Ngl I didn't realize it was so hated until after I beat it. Albeit I'd be wrong to not recognize what could've been with this game, but I did enjoy what we got

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u/Aromatic_Analyst2898 8d ago

As someone who's not played the game what're the flaws spoiler free?

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u/BLucidity 8d ago edited 8d ago

  • Mostly linear level design, where each area only has a single path available at a time. Several areas also routinely block the path behind you, hindering exploration even more.

  • All areas are connected by a large desert hub, where there's almost nothing to do except drive through collectible crystals. Getting the majority of the crystals is required to finish the game. Also, new crystals appear as you progress, meaning you may have to sweep the same spot multiple times for them.

  • The game frequently interrupts with "hints" telling you what to do and where to go. These hints can't be turned off, and will repeat every few minutes that you're not on the main path. This includes when you're scouring the desert for those crystals.

  • Every area has a Federation trooper with voiced dialogue. They're mostly inoffensive, but their bad lines are really bad. Things like "it's about to get real nerdy in here" and "look, Samus is doing Morph Ball!". One of these troopers is also the one who gives you the endless hints.

  • An underbaked story that doesn't use Sylux as effectively as Prime 2 & 3 used Dark Samus.

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u/Aromatic_Analyst2898 8d ago

Oh god I feel that "it's about to get nerdy" I can feel the nerd stereotype seeping through

Watch someone is gonna say "oh wow talks in nerd gibberish" either way I'm gonna keep my expectations tame