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Metroid
- Franchise
- Metroid
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Entertainment System
- Released
- August 6, 1986
- Developer(s)
- Nintendo
- Publisher(s)
- Nintendo
- Genre(s)
- Platformer
- ESRB
- E for Everyone: Mild Fantasy Violence
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10 Darkest Nintendo Characters, Ranked
These are some of the darkest and most despicable characters ever to grace a Nintendo console...
10 Strongest Alien Races In Video Games, Ranked
Aliens have been a threat in video games for decades, but these alien races stand out as the most powerful digital extraterrestrials around.
Van-14 is Developer's Love Letter to Hollow Knight and Super Metroid
Robin Eyre talks to Game Rant about the qualities that shaped these model Metroidvanias, and how they have influenced the development of Van-14.
30 Years Ago, Super Metroid Walked So Hollow Knight: Silksong Could Run
Super Metroid debuted on the SNES 30 years ago today, becoming what many consider one of the best games of all time and inspiring an entire genre.
Metroid Fan Is Recreating the Original Game for Game Boy
A dedicated Metroid fan is recreating the original NES game in the style of Metroid 2 to work on the Game Boy handheld console.
8 Best Villains In Metroidvania Games, Ranked
Although gameplay is king in Metroidvanias, a good story with solid villains is just as important. Here are the most iconic villains from the genre.
Metroid Prime 4 Gets Encouraging Update
A notable gaming industry insider provides an encouraging update regarding Nintendo and Retro Studios' elusive Metroid Prime 4.
10 Most Iconic Metroidvania Protagonists, Ranked
These Metroidvania protagonists are recognized by video game fans everywhere. They defined the genre thanks to their iconic designs.
20 Years Later, Metroid: Zero Mission Boldly Displays the Brilliance of the Original Metroidvania
Taking the original open-ended action-platformer and filtering it through the framework of Super Metroid turned out to be a recipe for success.
9 Best Stealth Metroidvania Games, Ranked
Metroidvanias often pack tons of action into their backtracking and map-expanding formula, but these genre entries make stealth the priority.
Metroid Prime 4 Gets Interesting Update
A notable gaming news investigator uncovers multiple clues that hint at Metroid Prime 4 nearing the end of its lengthy development cycle.
7 Most Evil Characters From Nintendo
Nintendo is the source of countless iconic video game protagonists, but it has also produced some truly great villains. Here are the most evil ones.
10 Best Metroidvanias With Female Protagonists
The Metroidvania genre is filled with some amazing female protagonists.
10 Best Post-Credits Scenes In Video Games
Not all video game stories end when the credits begin to roll. These particular titles offer some of the best post-credit scenes in gaming history.
8 Best Sci-Fi Metroidvania Games, Ranked
These Metroidvania games have continued a long legacy of great sci-fi games in the Metroidvania genre.
Nintendo: Why Metroid Prime Could Be The Perfect VR Film
From Metroidvania to first-person shooter, Metroid is a niche-defining franchise that has the potential to take VR mainstream for films.
8 Best Horror Metroidvania Games, Ranked
The best Metroidvania games extend even to horror, providing action thrills and grand terrors to players brave enough to try them.
The Best Female Video Game Characters With Blonde Hair
Video game characters come with different designs and personalities, but there are some iconic female characters with blonde hair.
5 Best Soulslike Metroidvania Games, Ranked
These are the best Soulslike Metroidvania games for the fans to enjoy.
5 Hardest Metroid Bosses Ever, Ranked
Certain bosses in the Metroid franchise are notorious for their difficulty. These examples tend to stand out.