Cutty Flam
Banned
I’ve only gotten past the first boss, but Adam is an excellent ally. He gives Samus the best intel available. Plus I’m impressed with the demeanor of Samus too. Even when the threat level is raised exponentially, she never frets
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xellos2099alpha
Member
I know, at one point Adam basically say accept your weakness and powerless. Well, the reason why she never talk is probably due to how bad it was with other M
NoxNyctores
Member
It really doesn't get better:
Music, well, I don't remember a thing about it, I was on the final boss for almost an hour and I don't remember any part of the OST during that part, even less on any other segment of the game that had me much less time in there
Environments, one area looks nice and has a couple cool things, another area has one screen with a cool background, that's it, as for the rest a lot blurs together
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lachesis
Member
I traded in my PS4 Pro yesterday morning at Gamestop, and with that fund, pre-ordered regular edition and went there to pick up this morning.
The manager (pretty cool dude) told me about special edition - and I am usually not into collecting special editions that much - but it looked nice... so picked that one up instead.
Very much looking forward playing it. (Except, as 1bit person as I am, I'm playing another game at the moment.. so this will have to wait.... wish I had multiple bodies so that one can play all the back logs and all...)
The manager (pretty cool dude) told me about special edition - and I am usually not into collecting special editions that much - but it looked nice... so picked that one up instead.
Very much looking forward playing it. (Except, as 1bit person as I am, I'm playing another game at the moment.. so this will have to wait.... wish I had multiple bodies so that one can play all the back logs and all...)
tommib
Member
Played it for 2 hours and it’s absolutely spectacular. It’s everything I wanted from a Metroid game. Excellent atmosphere and the gameplay is tight as fuck. Also, it’s dark like I don’t think any other Metroids have been. Maybe Echoes.
Only defect is the soundtrack. It’s just not very good. Serviceable. For such a spectacle they needed to hire a high-profile dark ambient composer. Look at what they did with Returnal getting Haxan Cloak. Just hire fucking Autechre to score Metroid, Nintendo.
What a year for games, honestly.
Only defect is the soundtrack. It’s just not very good. Serviceable. For such a spectacle they needed to hire a high-profile dark ambient composer. Look at what they did with Returnal getting Haxan Cloak. Just hire fucking Autechre to score Metroid, Nintendo.
What a year for games, honestly.
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Buggy Loop
Member
I got my copy! Tonight’s the night!
And in Canada we have a long weekend because of thanksgiving, very good timing.
And in Canada we have a long weekend because of thanksgiving, very good timing.
ssringo
Member
To be clear, Adam is fine as is his dialogue and role. I specifically don't like the voice; or more specifically, the effect on the voice. It's too computerized. Like, if the effect was dialed back by about 25% or so it'd be perfect.
Yes, I do realize Adam is in fact, a computer.
Yes, I do realize Adam is in fact, a computer.
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Dr Bass
Member
Yeah, agreed.
No. No it is not. I had just picked up my copy from GameStop and asked them after I read this post. They said it may just be a mistake or someone was being nice to a stranger.
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chaseroni
Member
CuNi
Member
Huh would you look at that. Thanks for asking!
It was right next to the special edition (which is huge compared to normal switch games!) and this was my first order from GameStop since I usually try to get everything through Amazon out of convenience so I was not sure if this was something they always do if you cross a threshold or just a weird coincidence.
I told my friends about one joked that either the person packaging my order had a really good day, or he is down one coke now haha.
Edit:
Just found out it's a German thing where Coca-Cola send the German branch of GameStop a few cans over and they ended up packaging them with some Orders!
Here is someone with a pic, since I didn't think of making one myself!
...pick up that can
*rebellious urges intensify*
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Cutty Flam
Banned
Little Mac
Member
Anyone playing on a lite? Don’t want to buy an OLED because I’d play it docked almost 100% of the time of given a chance (meaning the screen would be unused). The lite is much cheaper but I’m worried about the screen size and text.
Dr Bass
Member
Agree totally. Really disappointed with the sound in the game too, especially after Returnal. Ugh. So close man.
Thaedolus
Member
After Digital Foundry’s analysis I’m only playing docked and turning the surround sound up to ear bleeding levels
NoxNyctores
Member
Hard mode, getting 100% and beating the game in less than 4 hours for JPGs that are already on Google, I suppose that if you enjoy those activities you'll do it anyways, but nothing really new
Jennings
Member
I've never been an enthused speed runner so those jpgs will be forever out of reach, but hard mode has a certain appeal.
I have a copy of Bloodstaind Ritual of the Night here trying its best to keep me from dropping $60 on a 10 hour game, but as a fan of Metroid since my first foray with the series on the NES in the 80s, I'm finding it difficult to resist Dread.
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Aldric
Member
Played for about 5 hours, took my time, even tried a sequence break but couldn't pull it off. The game is really good. As expected movement wise it's the cream of the crop of the genre and I don't think anything else even come close. I don't even have all the abilities yet but it's already pretty demanding execution wise, things like Phase Shift and the new speedbooster require some adjustement. Bosses are a lot of fun too. I wouldn't be as enthusiastic about the EMMIS, but that's probably because I hate stealth in games. I generally just brute force them, they're not very punishing even if I've died a lot to them. Once you get the Omega Cannon and destroy them it's super satisfying though.
So yeah, very positive so far and I don't see how it could get significantly worse. We have a solid title here guys.
So yeah, very positive so far and I don't see how it could get significantly worse. We have a solid title here guys.
Marty-McFly
Banned
I love playing cat and mouse with an emmi. Some times I let them catch me just so I can parry them. They have amazing AI. One of my favourite parts of the game.
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Marty-McFly
Banned
Hard mode rules. Becomes even more like sci fi NG Black.
Punished Miku
Gold Member
40 min in. Game is amazing so far.
Needlecrash
Member
Bout to start it tonight..... After some No More Heroes 3 and Melty Blood Type Lumina.
My standard edition of Metroid Dread is delayed. Thanks Walmart and FedEx. I only ordered it for the mug. I already got a Special Edition.
My standard edition of Metroid Dread is delayed. Thanks Walmart and FedEx. I only ordered it for the mug. I already got a Special Edition.
Punished Miku
Gold Member
Well the EMMI are terrifying. Rare for any game to make me feel that.
Guilhermegrg
Member
Really nice game. Thought I was playing for an hour and ended up being two.
Solid 7/8, like REALLY solid. Not perfect but very very good.
Movement very smooth, music is more ambiance, like it, instead of tunes pumping all of the time. I think it fits the genre of the game more.
Backgrounds are nice, a few really cool ones.
Performance wise smooth except for a couple of hiccups here and there, nothing major.
EMMIs become increasingly difficult, managed to parry four times so far.
I've died dozens and dozens of times. Not a hardcore gamer, but like my challenges.
Nothing that I would say was unfair or unjust, clearly a question of getting the hang of it.
Bosses are cool, fought two, one more difficult than the other.
Loving the animations, how the game progresses and flows between areas.
Was coming from a xenoblade chronicles sequence so this was quite the palate cleanser. Really needed it.
From what I can gather, the game was reeeaaally tested. Seems very polished. Much rather have this than the Nth version of your open world action rpg whatever with micro transactions.
So far really like it. No idea where I am on the game length wise but probably half way. Can't wait to see what comes next.
Rooms to save and replenish energy and ammo also are quite present.
Also love how the game doesn't waste your time. Got caught by an EMMI? Die, load, repeat. No nonsense, no long menus or crap.
Just clean, sweet gameplay.
Solid 7/8, like REALLY solid. Not perfect but very very good.
Movement very smooth, music is more ambiance, like it, instead of tunes pumping all of the time. I think it fits the genre of the game more.
Backgrounds are nice, a few really cool ones.
Performance wise smooth except for a couple of hiccups here and there, nothing major.
EMMIs become increasingly difficult, managed to parry four times so far.
I've died dozens and dozens of times. Not a hardcore gamer, but like my challenges.
Nothing that I would say was unfair or unjust, clearly a question of getting the hang of it.
Bosses are cool, fought two, one more difficult than the other.
Loving the animations, how the game progresses and flows between areas.
Was coming from a xenoblade chronicles sequence so this was quite the palate cleanser. Really needed it.
From what I can gather, the game was reeeaaally tested. Seems very polished. Much rather have this than the Nth version of your open world action rpg whatever with micro transactions.
So far really like it. No idea where I am on the game length wise but probably half way. Can't wait to see what comes next.
Rooms to save and replenish energy and ammo also are quite present.
Also love how the game doesn't waste your time. Got caught by an EMMI? Die, load, repeat. No nonsense, no long menus or crap.
Just clean, sweet gameplay.
Icymanipulator
Member
Finally the weekend can start, played like 40 mins last night. But now I’m ready. Can’t wait to dive in. Been thinking about it all day.
Punished Miku
Gold Member
For those of you loving the gameplay and movement options its honestly almost the same as Samus Returns. Would be nice if that got a remaster for Switch since I guess people just couldn't get over the graphics (the 3d is great).
Marty-McFly
Banned
The evolved parry system is a game changer though. Encourages more aggressive play..
Punished Miku
Gold Member
Im at the very beginning of the game. So far seems similar to parry in the last one (or the dodge in Other M - both of which were always good).
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Punished Miku
Gold Member
True. Probably wasn't 60 fps either going off memory. But not sure on that.
Cutty Flam
Banned
Samus has grown as a warrior
Probably a top 3 bounty hunter all time
Probably a top 3 bounty hunter all time
Thaedolus
Member
My 3 year old was watching me, PS3 controller in hand to “help” and the reactions to those sequences made it so much more fun. Grabbing my arm and yelling “run daddy! The robot is gonna get you!!”
Though I’m ready for bedtime so I can really dive in
mcjmetroid
Member
I haven't finished it but I think it might be the best Metroid ever. Including the primes. I'll still wait to see if it doesn't have any nonsense endgame bits.
Punished Miku
Gold Member
Early on it seems clear its easily the best one other than nostalgia.
Kingpin Rogers
Member
Oh man, games good huh? I'm not the biggest metroid fan around having only really completed Super Metroid so I guess I wasn't expecting Dread to be this good. I'm only like an hour and a half in but right now it's great, everything about it is just so slick and the backgrounds look great. I just wish it was a higher resolution, I know emulation is a thing but the Switch being able to run Dread at even just 1440p would have been incredible.
Marty-McFly
Banned
I've played everything this year.
This is the rightful GOTY.
Deathloop was cool but had a lot of problems and Returnal was a lot of fun but the progression system left a lot to be desired. Neither a complete, polished and deep package like this. This is a different class of game.
Gordon Freeman
Member
Happy Launch Day Everyone!
Buggy Loop
Member
Ungh, i played a few hours tonight. Even early on it’s pure delight. I still can’t believe I’m finally playing this.
HF2014
Member
Its suuuuuck.... not! Ok im really digging it. Havent played entirely Metroid Fusion, but found the machines which give you advice kinda similar, difference now the machine dont pin point you to where you go, more freedom to go where you want. Not sure if the RZ button will have a later use ( im at the 3rd section ), but i would have love different button configuration so for aiming i would use it more thsn the left shoulder button.
Yeah, loving it so far!
Yeah, loving it so far!
IbizaPocholo
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OsirisBlack
Banned
Game is very very good. Enjoying it so far feels weird being over an hour in and not having the first power up you get in Super Metroid. Really liking the controls and sound design as well pretty good ambiance and music as well. Its also a bit more difficult than other Metroid games. So far 9/10 for me.
kunonabi
Member
Huh, sounds similar to one of Samus Returns' main issues. I'd have hoped that they wouldn't have made the same mistake twice.
Andyliini
Member
I did not get my copy yesterday. I still have the preorder, but the store had some "unexpected delays" so they couldn't sell me one. Who knows when they'll get it.
Hopefully soon, as I still have No More Heroes III Special Edition from Pix n' Love, and they don't even know when they can ship it.
Hopefully soon, as I still have No More Heroes III Special Edition from Pix n' Love, and they don't even know when they can ship it.
Ailynn
Faith - Hope - Love
I'm absolutely LOVING this game so far. 
Anyone dismissing it because of negative feelings on MercurySteam's older releases are doing themselves a disservice, especially if they are a Metroid fan.
The incredibly smooth animation with all its little touches, the incredibly satisfying maneuverability, and the sound design (which sounds amazing with the XBox Wireless Headset) all draw me into the beautiful and carefully designed environments and keep me there for hours.
Play this game with a Pro Controller and go hunting. Show 'em Samus ain't one to mess with!
Anyone dismissing it because of negative feelings on MercurySteam's older releases are doing themselves a disservice, especially if they are a Metroid fan.
The incredibly smooth animation with all its little touches, the incredibly satisfying maneuverability, and the sound design (which sounds amazing with the XBox Wireless Headset) all draw me into the beautiful and carefully designed environments and keep me there for hours.
Play this game with a Pro Controller and go hunting. Show 'em Samus ain't one to mess with!
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