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A complete re-imagining of the 1991 Gameboy classic Metroid II: Return of Samus, complete with immersive 3D visuals, a vibrant new look and all-new powers and weapons, including a brand-new energy source you can harness, Aeion. Uncover the secrets that abound and learn the true history behind the planet known as SR388. Great for Metroid fans old and new, this is the perfect place to jump in or rejoin the franchise.

11/03/2017 (2 of 2 found this helpful)

Metroid Finally Returns To 2D And That's Good

Metroid: Samus Returns is a welcome return to 2D for the series and just proves more original Metroid games should be made in the future.

Why it was decided that Metroid II: The Return of Samus for the original Game Boy needed a remake instead of just creating an original game with an original story I'm not sure. But, with that said, this is a solid story to visit. In a nutshell Samus must go to a planet and rid it of all the Metroids. Along the way she finds suit upgrades that help in the fight as you traverse 8 different areas and multiple bosses.

If you've ever heard the term "Metroidvania" as a term describing a game needless to say Samus Returns falls into that category. This 2D game has a map you can follow with upgrades all over the place which make your character bette...

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