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I have to be honest, I was not fond of the Wii. I passed on buying a Wii during release, because I did not like the Wiimote. Finding out Metroid Prime 3 exclusively used the Wiimote as it's controller.. was a a bit rough. I tried it at a demo kiosk. I wasn't.. sure about it, being so used to a regular controller.

Later I did find a used Wii, cleaned it up, found a few games. Found MPT.. it was a different experience. I tried to utilize the Wiimote best I could, but I just couldn't keep going it bugged me.

Also extra note: I did play Other M. Yikes.. i did not enjoy it at all.

Limitations.. honestly the Wii is a weird system. Just an upgraded GameCube, I totally agree with. If they allowed regular controllers as an alternative with MPT, and Other M, i might have enjoyed it more.

The Wii just wasn't for me
If MP and it's sequels do get re-released, I hope that they can utilize the pro controller, plus Joycons better than what the Wiimote was capable of back then.

I think it would be awesome, if they made Prime Canon to the timeline. Plus Metroid Prime IV could also take place after Dread. There are so many possibilities they could take this series.

@Baker1000 In the recent patch, it seems to deliver even more damage than before. Plus trying to flash shift works to a point. Also it takes a lot more ice missiles to knock it down. Even its recovery rate has changed too.

@AnnoyingFrenzy 100% agree, it would be awesome to see the Metroid universe grow thru Samus's perspective. Plus getting to connect with the Chozo (civilization, culture, and hierarchy). To the Space Pirates, how they came to be, and so many more characters / worlds to explore.

Metroid could very well lead a precedent, like Farscape did on SciFi many years ago

Metroid Dread is a masterpiece. Love it. Danger at every turn. A vast world, atmosphere, and environments to explore. This is the biggest, and best entry to date. So worth the wait.

Cannot wait this new adventure with Kirby. Curious what, and whom left this world behind. Plus how did Kirby get here?

@Ikana64 Oh God I remember that log entry. It is insane how much they admire her abilities. But also tragic they try to emulate, to horrifying levels. Ow ow ow ow owwie

Love the advertising for this game. No matter where you are in the world, Metroid is every where. Curious though, about that track in CM3. Wonder if it's tied to the game, or was made as a promo track, because those lyrics define Samus, and that rivalry of the Rebel Chozo.

October 8th is only a few days away. Let's go!!

This level of advertising is awesome. Love the song, it captures Samus's power, and energy perfectly. Dread will definitely deliver an awesome, and badass experience.

I remember seeing these cover artworks. So many memories too. Each game, he brought to life in his own unique way. Those titles were treasures because of his fantastic work. Will never forget

@ludotaku it is part of the main series, from 1-3, & Knuckles, plus CD. Mania takes place after saving the lil blue planet. Essentially the true Sonic 4

Love seeing an advertisement like this. 10/8 is not far away. Cannot wait to play Dread. Pre-ordered, ready to go on release day

Honestly I cannot pick just one chapter of the blue hedgehog, because I have been a fan since it began. To see the ups and downs he's been on, to rebound, excell, and surprise. Plus every soundtrack connects to us on another level.

Colors (+Ultimate) took chances to experiment, to see it remastered is amazing.
Mania, a masterpiece, a work of art.
Forces is an interesting chapter, it wanted to do so much, but a lot was missing, left to the cutting room floor. Curious what the next game will achieve. As a fan since 91' let's keep on going to find another adventure

@Dpishere So true, the option to use any Bluetooth headphones is so sweet. No other system allows it yet. Unless you have a USB adapter.

@Lord They were definitely testing out Bluetooth for sometime. Since release, it should have been a day one functionality. At least its finally here. Curious what else they have planned.

Love seeing this advertising. Metroid deserves love all over our lil blue planet. Cannot wait for October 8th!!

I love their marketing for this. Dread deserves to be in the spotlight. Is it too much? Honestly, nah not at all. They show enough to detail just a sample of what will be in game. All skills? There are definitely surprises in store. October 8th is not far away.

@Friendly Actual gameplay, available this year. Not over bloated garbage. Or a season pass. A playable game day one. Totally agree

@jedisquidward there definitely should be an award, to being skillful on that level

@kevin74 There was something timeless, with both. Fun ideas, puzzles, and bosses. Plus trying not to be spotted was also fun. Konami / Ultra, those were the days

Sonic Mania is: a masterpiece, a work of art, timeless, magical, and fantastic. A must play if you have not already. The soundtrack will get stuck in your head, guaranteed. =D

@soimun That version is legendary. Been an arcade fighting game fan since I was a kid. I remember seeing the 3DO, with SF2 on display, that sound quality was amazing.

This interview was fantastic. I always wondered how everything came together during the production of P1. To hear about Retro's journey, changes, shifts in how they work as a team. Imagine 20+ years later, they would be brought back to create a new chapter, in the series they helped evolve. However long it takes for Prime 4, it will be worth it.

@TheDragonDAFan As far as I have heard on social media, there is no toggle option to choose the original or remixed soundtrack. (As of yet) but there is a patch due on release day, so will have to wait and see

@Bizzyb you're welcome

@Bizzyb According to Nintendo's Twitter, it will have music composed by Hideki Naganuma. Plus other artists as well

A part of history, but a treasure of stories. Thanks for sharing this amazing journey you experienced within Nintendo.

I always wondered why here in the States, it was left out. This series is fascinating, never played, but heard about it in gaming magazines. Definitely a missed opportunity. But to hear the artist / character designer/ visual director wants to bring the series back. Totally would love to see it happen.

Bummer about the game director, shame they disappeared. Hopefully a reunion is possible.

If classics can return, it would be awesome to see.

Always fun to hear Harada's thoughts. Seeing Sakurai chill, and have a chat sounds like an awesome time. Both Harada, and Sakurai have been in the industry for years.

Q: I always wondered, if they were not in the games industry, what other field did they have their eyes on?

On the same level with Kojima. Thankful to have a physical library, it is there, and available any time. Since owning a PS4, and Switch, I have a mixed library of digital, and physical. Not all games are available everywhere. The thought of an all digital library.. makes me a bit uneasy.

Same goes with my film collection, I enjoy having titles accessible, without the need to always be online. It is scary, when finding out titles may leave a platform, in a limited window of time. Honestly I'm not a fan of subscribing to so many streaming services, it feels like an unwanted headache.

Hopefully there is a way we can keep physical media

Lanayru Mines is a vast place. Thankful I just made it thru this area late last night. Recognized that area with the minor bug. I did not run into that problem thankfully

Stateside here. Thankful I saved up, and picked up Skyward Sword HD. I didn't own a Wii, when it was first released, I was not too crazy about the Wiimote. I am close to 20 hours of time played, Fire Temple. Enjoying the journey thus far. Also obtained two posters as well for pre-ordering.
I enjoy both the motion, and button controls. Love the music, gameplay, visuals, and atmosphere. Happy to own my copy.

For those who pass on it, totally understandable, some feel it's too expensive for a port, or were not a fan of it. I feel it was a worthwhile purchase. I do agree, price was a bit steep, but it's the way Nintendo does things lately. But to have it in my gaming library, I am thankful.

These data, lore, and informative articles are very well done. It is awesome to see how much love, and care goes into a title like this. Been so long since an M entry received this much content. No doubt Dread will be amazing. October is not far away

Metroid has always had a part of my heart. To the reveal of Samus, uncharted territory, and the unknown. Other M was "hit and miss" it tried too hard, it didn't really need the space opera drama. Prime was, and still is a masterpiece. Zero Mission, and Fusion pushed our buttons. The wait for Dread will be worth it. To see a series resurgence, is amazing, Metroid deserves it. And hopefully more entries in the series, no longer years of waiting for a new installment.

Note: I have not played Samus Returns on the 3DS because I never could find the handheld available. But what I heard about SR was fantastic. I did play the GB original years back from a friend's copy. Hopefully SR may receive a port on Switch. Same with Prime Trilogy. We definitely need access to the entire saga

@inenai I too am trying to process that price point for Skyward Sword, compared to Colors. Both remasters will have quality of life additions. Nintendo just has a thing for full price titles. With Sega offering a title at a lower cost, but still has promise. Wild to know both titles were released within the same time frame back on the Wii

@TheJGG Peacock is just another mainstream streaming service, with a vast catalog of titles. They have some exclusive series, and films as well. Distribution is a tough one, depending on what they decide to do with upcoming films. Some may be available for a limited time, or after a theater release.

@Dethmunk peacock is a part of the NBC/Universal group. They even have original content that is exclusive to their service. From past to present shows, films, and documentaries. And yup a US based company.

@RadioHedgeFund I like the UK setup so much better. Having to juggle so many streaming services, and prices it's a headache. All in one, seriously that is awesome

@Muddy_4_Ever I honestly wish the Amiibo was optional instead. And we could unlock things, by progression or completion. Something needs to change, if no one can pickup the Amiibo. Curious if Nintendo might even take notice (or should)

As a fan of Metroid since the NES original. I am so excited to see where this chapter will take the series next. Samus's mission across the stars has lead to so many adventures. I have faith that Dread will be just as amazing as past games.

As for what is next after this. Like Samus, we too are exploring the stars with her, wherever they may take us