29 Aug 2017
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Samus Returns US Special Edition + New 3DS XL Unboxing

August 29, 2017

GameXplain have uploaded a video today showcasing the US special edition for Metroid: Samus Returns. In it they show off the special edition contents, the new Metroid and Samus Aran amiibo and the special edition New 3DS XL model. One particular aspect of the special edition is the reversible cover that replicates the original Game Boy artworks for Metroid II: Return of Samus. It us unknown as of yet if the European editions of the game, Legacy Edition or standard, also have the reversible cover. The European Legacy Edition does however have a unique steelbook case mimicking the Game Boy cartridge for Metroid II.

Update: Nintendo Force has come forward with new information showing that the standard edition for the game does not include the reversible cover, at least for North America. No news as of yet whether this applies to European editions.

Metroid: Samus Returns launches in North America and Europe on September 15th.

Source: GameXplain

27 Aug 2017
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More footage from Metroid: Samus Returns

August 27, 2017

The official Metroid: Samus Returns website has shared some more footage from the upcoming game, which includes video of Samus collecting power-ups, engaging enemies with the Melee Counter and highlights the use of pin placement on the map using the touch screen of the 3DS. We have collected all the footage together for your viewing pleasure, and you can view it below.

Source: Official Metroid: Samus Returns website

27 Aug 2017
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Photos from the Metroid: Samus Returns Booth at Gamescom

August 27, 2017

It has been a great week for Metroid news straight from Gamescom in Cologne, Germany. We wanted to end this coverage with some photographs of the Metroid: Samus Returns demo booth where attendees could check out the game for themselves prior to launch. The photographs were kindly provided by an attendee under the alias of Jem92.

26 Aug 2017
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Weekly Metroid News Roundup

August 26, 2017

Metroid news has been trickling from Nintendo lately, and the latest Gamescom conference only added more info for us to digest about Metroid: Samus Returns. With so much being announced, there’s a good chance you may have missed some of it, so here’s a quick rundown on some of the notable intelligence we’ve gathered regarding the Metroid series this week.

NEW SAMUS RETURNS ABILITIES AND ENEMIES FROM GAMESCOM

Some familiar abilities and weapons were shown off during gameplay segments at Gamescom, including the Wave Beam, Space Jump, and Grapple Beam. In addition, a new Aeion ability, Phase Drift, was revealed. When used, time slows down for everything but Samus. New enemies and gameplay segments were also shown. I’d recommend giving it a read, if you haven’t already!

METROID: SAMUS RETURNS TO FEATURE “CHOZO MEMORIES”

A new addition that was recently revealed for Samus Returns has been dubbed “Chozo Memories” and serve as an incentive for players to more thoroughly complete the game. Those interested in Metroid lore should definitely take a look.

FUSION MODE IN METROID: SAMUS RETURNS TO BE MUCH MORE DIFFICULT THAN HARD MODE

Although we’re still unclear as to how difficult the new Fusion Mode is in Samus Returns, Yoshio Sakamoto ensures that it is “significantly” more grueling than Hard Mode. He also provides some vague hints as to what you should expect, should you opt to try the new mode.

NEW ARTWORK FROM METROID: SAMUS RETURNS

Yoshio Sakamoto and Creative Director from MercurySteam, Jose Luis Márquez, divulged some new artwork for Samus Returns at Gamescom. Artwork for the Omega Metroid was displayed, as well as art for a brand new antagonist in the game.

YOSHIO SAKAMOTO LOOKS TO THE FUTURE OF METROID AFTER SAMUS RETURNS

For the longest time, Metroid fans have been afraid of the series dying off or remaining dormant. However, an interview with Yoshio Sakamoto should put those thoughts to rest, as he assures readers that the series is not over and discusses what he would like to do next.

SAMUS GUNSHIP CAR REVEALED FOR ROCKET LEAGUE SWITCH

Rocket League and Metroid fans alike were treated to an unexpected reveal during Gamescom this week. In addition to Mario and Luigi-themed cars in Rocket League, Samus’ Gunship will also accompany them. There’s even a trailer showcasing the new cars!

And that should just about do it for new Metroid information! With the release of Samus Returns approaching, keep an eye on the website for new updates!

24 Aug 2017
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Metroid: Samus Returns wins “Best Mobile Game” award at Gamescom 2017

August 24, 2017

This year’s Gamescom was packed to the brim with new information and interviews concerning Metroid: Samus Returns, but the recognition it received did not stop there. To round off the conference, Gamescom announced the award winners for their 2017 convention, with Nintendo emerging victorious in quite a few of the categories.

Best Mobile Game

  • Danger Mouse: The Danger Games, 9th Impact
  • Metroid: Samus Returns, Nintendo

In fact, Samus Returns was the winner for the “Best Mobile Game” category, beating out Danger Mouse: The Danger Games. With all of the attention and acclaim the remake has been receiving, it’s no wonder that the newest Metroid title walked away with the award.

Samus Returns releases in just a few short weeks!

Source: Gamescom
24 Aug 2017
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Metroid: Samus Returns to feature “Chozo Memories”

August 24, 2017

Nintendo’s live show of Metroid: Samus Returns with Series Producer Yoshio Sakamoto and Creative Director Jose Luis Márquez from MercurySteam gave us some interesting information on some new story content for the upcoming game called Chozo Memories. These memories seem to serve as an incentive for players to complete the game thoroughly.

Yoshio Sakamoto: In Metroid: Samus Returns, by meeting certain conditions you can unlock a number of visuals called the Chozo Memories. These tell the story of what happened on the planet SR388, as well as what the Chozo did. They may reveal a surprising secret that nobody could have imagined.

Jose Luis Márquez went on to add that players will be rewarded for finding all secrets and exploring the whole planet.

Any additional Metroid lore is always welcome, and we can’t wait to find out more about the Chozo! Thankfully, we won’t have to wait too much longer as Metroid: Samus Returns will launch on the 15th of September.

Source: Nintendo at Gamescom

24 Aug 2017
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New artwork from Metroid: Samus Returns

August 24, 2017

Brand new artwork from Metroid: Samus Returns was shown today at a live show from Gamescom, where series producer Yoshio Sakamoto and creative director Jose Luis Márquez from MercurySteam shared new information on the upcoming title.

The artwork shows one of the final stages of the Metroid evolution the Omega Metroid, along with a brand new antagonist the Diggernaut (official spelling to be confirmed). Both of these were shown off for the first time during the thirty minute segment which was live streamed via the European Nintendo YouTube channel.

Source: Nintendo at Gamescom

24 Aug 2017
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Fusion Mode in Metroid: Samus Returns to be much more difficult than Hard Mode

August 24, 2017

Upon learning of the existence of a Hard Mode difficulty in addition to Fusion Mode in Metroid: Samus Returns, many are probably wondering what the possible differences between the two modes are. Although details are scarce, an interview conducted by Eurogamer at Gamescom 2017 with co-creator of the Metroid series, Yoshio Sakamoto, helps shed a little light on the difficulty of Fusion Mode.

An excerpt from the interview is featured below.

Which brings me onto my next question, how much harder than Hard Mode is Fusion Mode?

Yoshio Sakamoto: I can’t really get into the details, but I can say Fusion Mode is significantly more difficult than Hard Mode. Sorry I can’t go into more detail, but I want fans to experience it for themselves.

Well, a very hard mode would be to remove all the save stations…

Yoshio Sakamoto: There will be save stations… the nature of the difficulty isn’t that form, it’s more how much damage will be inflicted, and the like.

While the interview doesn’t delve too deeply into the details, we now know that Save Stations will remain intact and that Samus will take more damage from enemy attacks. I would wager that Samus also deals less damage herself, in addition to this. Other games in the series had Missile Expansions grant her fewer extra missiles as well, so that may be possible, but this is just speculation.

Sakamoto’s words sound quite ominous, so I think it’s safe to say that Fusion Mode will provide quite the challenge!

Source: Eurogamer
24 Aug 2017
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Yoshio Sakamoto looks to the future of Metroid after Samus Returns

August 24, 2017

In an interview with Eurogamer, long-time Metroid series director Yoshio Sakamoto spoke about Metroid: Samus Returns, and was asked about what sort of Metroid game he’d like to do next. While he didn’t say anything conclusive, he did give a few hints. Now that he’s created a remake, he’d like to take on a new game.

Do you have any idea where the series’ story might go in the future, what might happen?

Yoshio Sakamoto: It’s a tricky question to answer about the future. [Regardless], the Metroid series is not over [laughs]

What would you like to make next? Another remake or a fresh title?

Yoshio Sakamoto: We’ve just made a full-fledged remake so I’d rather take on something new. That’s my general approach, and this was a new challenge.

A sequel to Metroid Fusion that continues the story, perhaps? Only time will tell folks.

Source: Eurogamer