Metroid: Samus Returns Trailer, My Thoughts

E3 2017 has been hitting us with a LOT of game trailers for future releases. Nintendo has not disappointed, revealing various games for their current platforms: the handheld 3DS, and the Console/handheld hybrid Switch. However, one trailer for a future release has got fans into a tizzy.

Yes, that's right, the Metroid series is roaring back with a bang! Not only are we getting this, we're also getting a new Metroid Prime game, number four! Alright! I have played the original Metroid Prime, and really enjoyed it, one of the best games on the GameCube.

Now, from what I understand, this game is essentially a remake/reimagining of the 1991 Game Boy game Metroid II: Return of Samus, like Metroid: Zero Mission for the Game Boy Advance was a remake of the original Metroid for the NES. That's pretty neat. I never played the original Game Boy version, so it's great that it's been given a shiny remake, so those like me who missed out can give this shiny new version a try.

The game really looks amazing. It's so bright and colorful. It shows a variety of palettes, and we get to see Samus use what might be a variety of weapons. And she's also packing a melee attack! That's awesome! I've never seen her use one of those in any of the Metroid games I've played. Although to be fair, I've only played Zero Mission, Super Metroid, and Metroid Prime. And I do keep meaning to pick up Federation Force...

According to this, Samus can fire in any angle, unlike the original. That's nice. Take advantage of the 3DS having a Control Stick. Also, the music is being composed by two of the same people who composed music for Super Metroid. That's a nice callback to Metroid's past.

This game looks like it will be awesome! I can't wait to grab it when September comes!