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2004PEGI 7

A compact remake of the original Metroid in which Samus explores the interconnected planet Zebes, unlocks new abilities and fights Space Pirates and bosses. New story sequences and a stealth section enrich the classic Metroidvania design.

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  • Boss fights as highlights
  • Pixel art
  • Lots to discover
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Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Metroid: Zero Mission special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Axiom Verge

97 %Match

2015USK 12PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck verified90 % positive17.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Metroid: Zero Mission: interconnected level design, gripping boss fights and lots to discover.

A retro-styled Metroidvania in which a scientist wakes up in a strange biomechanical world. It thrives on a labyrinthine map, offbeat weapons and abilities, and the thrill of uncovering secrets.

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AM2R: Return of Samus

Interconnected level design

A fan-made remake of Metroid II that blends classic Samus Aran gameplay with modern controls, expanded areas and punchy boss fights. Hunting the Metroids across planet SR388 is atmospheric and rewards thorough exploration.

Carrion

Sci-fi setting

You play a shapeless alien creature breaking out of a research facility and hunting humans in a reverse horror twist. Its Metroidvania structure, fluid tentacle movement and unlockable abilities make growing and devouring everything in your path the core thrill.

Metroid Dread

Lots to discover

Samus Aran's 2D return pairs fluid, fast movement and precise melee counters with classic Metroidvania exploration. Tense escapes from the near-invincible E.M.M.I. robots and demanding boss fights keep the pressure high.

Xeodrifter

Interconnected level design

A compact retro space Metroidvania: you hop between four small planets, blast aliens, find new abilities and beat bosses. It is short, accessible and built around exploration.

Outbuddies DX

Lots to discover

An atmospheric Metroidvania where you shoot your way through a sprawling, alien undersea city with the help of companion buddies. It focuses on discovery, backtracking and 2D action combat.

Axiom Verge 2

Lots to discover

A metroidvania with a large, interconnected world where new abilities and a drone unlock secrets and shortcuts. It continues the Axiom Verge universe but works fine without playing the original first.

Ghost 1.0

Jumping and platforming

A sci-fi metroidvania where you infiltrate a space station as an agent, switching between a robotic body and a digital ghost form to fight enemies and solve puzzles.

Blaster Master Zero

Interconnected level design

A retro reboot of the NES classic where you switch between a tank vehicle and on-foot sections in 2D levels. Boss fights, upgrades and metroidvania-style backtracking deliver old-school 8-bit action.

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