I wanted to play Metroid again, and having a handheld capable of playing all classic games in one, I wanted to give it a go!
Metroid 1 was done with Zero Mission. I played and beat NES Metroid and can confidently say it’s not my cup of tea. Love Zero Mission and love replaying it.
Metroid 2 was done with AM2R. This was my first time playing and beating AM2R, and a handheld is the right way to play it. Might try to beat the original and the 3DS remake… eventually but it’s not my favorited Metroid.
Super Metroid. I have the snes game, I played it here and… it’s a love hate relationship. I played and beat it before, but not in a long time. And coming off of 2 fusion clones, the controls are way too floaty and watered down for my poor muscle memory. I also got lost… a lot. And it took my 4 hours of game time. About 2 weeks of on and off play time. Ultimately I like it, but this is the oldest I can recommend anyone going back in Metroid.
Metroid Fusion. My personal fav since it was my first game (the save battery died in my original game as a kid and I can beat this game on 2 AA before they die). Snappy fast smooth and I just love this game and replaying again for the untenth time.
I’m glad you enjoyed them! I have AM2R but I haven’t played it yet. My favourite game in the series is Metroid 2, followed by Super, and then the original Metroid for NES.
It’s funny how you mention getting lost. I love getting lost in games and trying to find my way out. I love that the first 2 games in the series don’t have a map. A lot of people really seem to hate that though.
Metroid always felt like you could get lost, but the environment had enough clues to get you back on track. Map has holes in the area here. Progression traps you there. There were times in Super, where the game almost gives you that sierra moon logic to get yourself out. Thankfully it doesn’t, but it’s mighty close.
Watch out for La-Mulana, especially the original Windows version. That game has some insane moon logic puzzles! And it’s an absolutely sprawling Metroidvania with an Indiana Jones theme! Love it!