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It scored 9.8.
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Metroid on the NES was one of the first epic games I ever experienced. My brother and I, at the age of about seven, spent weeks and months questing through the password-enabled adventure. It had a certain charm to it, and even if I couldn't describe it then it made an impact on me. Then along came Super Metroid in 1994, and I was totally blown away by how brilliant it was. It was a perfect videogame in my mind. It was edgy, home to a fantastic power-up system, full of awesome bosses, and the gameplay style was a soul mate to me.
Needless to say, I have an unhealthy obsession with the franchise. So, when Metroid Prime was finally announced I was both thrilled and frightened to see how it would turn out. But after several years of very hard work, Retro Studios and Nintendo have translated the same genius of Super Metroid into 3D with very few casualties. Because of that, Metroid Prime has not only become my most beloved title on GameCube, but also one of my most treasured games of all time. I'm not sure where I place it, but it's very high on the list.
If I had to make one personal observation, it would be that the change to first-person perspective was brilliant for its move to 3D, but not perfect. I felt comfortable (even in awe) 90% of the time, but there are a few boss fights where it can frustrate. It's extremely rare, but something you should be aware of going into it. It's nothing that sours the overall quality, though.
That said, I would recommend Metroid Prime as an absolute buy -- skip the renting facade -- for every owner of a GameCube. It's a real collector's item. You'll want to keep this one even after your done spending 30+ hours with it. The only reason one would avoid it is if action/adventures are not part of your narrower taste in games. If you fall into that category, you have no idea what you're missing out on.
Metroid Prime is an instant classic that you will use to measure forthcoming software by.
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Metroid on the NES was one of the first epic games I ever experienced. My brother and I, at the age of about seven, spent weeks and months questing through the password-enabled adventure. It had a certain charm to it, and even if I couldn't describe it then it made an impact on me. Then along came Super Metroid in 1994, and I was totally blown away by how brilliant it was. It was a perfect videogame in my mind. It was edgy, home to a fantastic power-up system, full of awesome bosses, and the gameplay style was a soul mate to me.
Needless to say, I have an unhealthy obsession with the franchise. So, when Metroid Prime was finally announced I was both thrilled and frightened to see how it would turn out. But after several years of very hard work, Retro Studios and Nintendo have translated the same genius of Super Metroid into 3D with very few casualties. Because of that, Metroid Prime has not only become my most beloved title on GameCube, but also one of my most treasured games of all time. I'm not sure where I place it, but it's very high on the list.
If I had to make one personal observation, it would be that the change to first-person perspective was brilliant for its move to 3D, but not perfect. I felt comfortable (even in awe) 90% of the time, but there are a few boss fights where it can frustrate. It's extremely rare, but something you should be aware of going into it. It's nothing that sours the overall quality, though.
That said, I would recommend Metroid Prime as an absolute buy -- skip the renting facade -- for every owner of a GameCube. It's a real collector's item. You'll want to keep this one even after your done spending 30+ hours with it. The only reason one would avoid it is if action/adventures are not part of your narrower taste in games. If you fall into that category, you have no idea what you're missing out on.
Metroid Prime is an instant classic that you will use to measure forthcoming software by.
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dvdboxoffice are selling Metroid Prime for £29 and Metroid Fusion for £20.50 including delivery.
'Ave it.
This game looks to be yet another 'oh its rubbish' from other people, while we all adore it for what it is.
Excellent......
This game looks to be yet another 'oh its rubbish' from other people, while we all adore it for what it is.
Excellent......
UK-based Importers.
http://www.goblindirect.com
http://www.videogameimports.com
US-based Importers.
http://www.tronixweb.com
http://www.ncsx.org
http://www.goblindirect.com
http://www.videogameimports.com
US-based Importers.
http://www.tronixweb.com
http://www.ncsx.org
What's the website address. I'll have a look. I've seen one so far for £50 without fusion.
ellisuk wrote:
> I can't wait until March before its out in da UK. Anyone know any
> cheap import sites. It's out in US in a week!
Got mine pre-ordered with Tronix. I managed to get Fusion and Prime with delivery thrown in for £55. I don't think they're taking anymore pre-orders though.
Best bet is to go for a UK-based supplier if you want it ASAP. Someone like Goblin or Video Games Direct are quite good. Failing that, you could wait until Tronx or NCSX get stock back in after release.
> I can't wait until March before its out in da UK. Anyone know any
> cheap import sites. It's out in US in a week!
Got mine pre-ordered with Tronix. I managed to get Fusion and Prime with delivery thrown in for £55. I don't think they're taking anymore pre-orders though.
Best bet is to go for a UK-based supplier if you want it ASAP. Someone like Goblin or Video Games Direct are quite good. Failing that, you could wait until Tronx or NCSX get stock back in after release.
I can't wait until March before its out in da UK. Anyone know any cheap import sites. It's out in US in a week!
cipro wrote:
> Tony Hawks is an OK game, but certainly not worth 10/10. That's why
> I'll be waiting for other reveiws before I decide Metroid is as grerat
> as IGN claim it to be, but I suspect from the screenshots and preveiws
> I've already seen, it probably will be.
Given that it's had PS2 magazine reviewers frothing at the mouth, I expect it to be class.
I'll probably buy it on the reviews I've read already, they seem to be running short of superlatives for it.
> Tony Hawks is an OK game, but certainly not worth 10/10. That's why
> I'll be waiting for other reveiws before I decide Metroid is as grerat
> as IGN claim it to be, but I suspect from the screenshots and preveiws
> I've already seen, it probably will be.
Given that it's had PS2 magazine reviewers frothing at the mouth, I expect it to be class.
I'll probably buy it on the reviews I've read already, they seem to be running short of superlatives for it.
maddmun wrote:
> I liked THPS2, the rest were rubbish though.
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Tsk! If he wasn't too busy standing in the pension line at the Post Office, he'd smack you in the mouth with his board, yessiree Bob!
> I liked THPS2, the rest were rubbish though.
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Tsk! If he wasn't too busy standing in the pension line at the Post Office, he'd smack you in the mouth with his board, yessiree Bob!
Tony Hawks is an OK game, but certainly not worth 10/10. That's why I'll be waiting for other reveiws before I decide Metroid is as grerat as IGN claim it to be, but I suspect from the screenshots and preveiws I've already seen, it probably will be.
I liked THPS2, the rest were rubbish though.
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