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Metroid Dread – reviews and rating

Metroid Dread has an average rating of 90% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – all reviews rate the game the same (4.5/5). The game was released on October 6, 2021 for Nintendo Switch.

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What critics praise
„For as long as the Metroid series has existed in both 2D and 3D planes, it has long been held that Retro Studios are the only team outside of Nintendo to have approached Metroid with such admirable care and passion for…“

Game info

Release date
Oct 6, 2021
Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Reviews count
2

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FAQ

What is the rating of Metroid Dread?

Metroid Dread has an average rating of 90% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – all reviews rate the game the same (4.5/5).

When was Metroid Dread released?

Metroid Dread was released on October 6, 2021.

What platforms is Metroid Dread available on?

Metroid Dread is available for Nintendo Switch.

Is Metroid Dread worth playing?

Yes. With an average rating of 90%, Metroid Dread is one of the highly rated games and critics recommend it. Critics largely agree on the rating.

What games are similar to Metroid Dread?

Games similar to Metroid Dread are for example Mario Golf: Super Rush, Mario Party Superstars, New Pokémon Snap, Miitopia (Switch) and The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD.

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Critics consensus

Critics agree

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Best rating
4,5/5 HardcoreGamer
Worst rating
4,5/5 HardcoreGamer

The distribution of rating

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Ranking

  • #37 of 489 games released in 2021 better than 93 % of games
  • #7 of 87 games released in 2021 on Nintendo Switch better than 93 % of games

By the average of all reviews

Comparison of ratings

  • Critics in this language2 reviews 90%
  • Foreign critics8 reviews 87%

Reviews

4,5/5
HardcoreGamer Oct 11, 2021
For as long as the Metroid series has existed in both 2D and 3D planes, it has long been held that Retro Studios are the only team outside of Nintendo to have approached Metroid with such admirable care and passion for the series, while at the same time understanding how best to build on the foundation. Suffice it to say, MercurySteam have reaffirmed their place as coveted developer number two in that...
9/10
Game Informer Oct 6, 2021
After 19 years, Nintendo finally delivers an official sequel to Metroid Fusion that concludes Samus Aran's lifelong battle with a race of deadly alien organisms.

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