Metroid: Samus Returns - Special Edition

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Metroid: Samus Returns is a side-scrolling action platformer where you control Samus Aran on a mission to eliminate Metroids on a hostile alien world. The game uses 3D visuals with a side-view camera that shifts during exploration and cutscenes. You’ll navigate environments with new movement options like a dash and scan ability while collecting power-ups to upgrade your weapons. Combat involves shooting enemies and solving environmental puzzles, all while mapping out a large planet filled with hidden paths. This remake of the 1991 Game Boy original adds refined mechanics and enhanced visuals while retaining the core exploration-focused design. Released in late 2017 as a 3DS exclusive, it serves as both a solid entry point for newcomers and a nostalgic rework for series veterans. The game’s emphasis on discovery and nonlinear progression keeps the challenge engaging, with a runtime of around 8-12 hours depending on exploration.