aquajus
so that was my first metroid and it was a tight little piece! loved the atmosphere and music. Exploration was pretty well designed too i never got lost or frustrated. Still i feel like it was a bit short even though i took a bit longer with it than most (about 5 hours 30 mins) and as with all metroid the combat (especially boss battles in this) leaves a bit to be desired. Great time regardless!
2008
2001
1986
definitely one of the more fun early NES titles. there's a bit of jank and stiffness but i actually think it works in the games favour oddly enough. my proudest video game achievement is beating this game in one sitting without save states. Not really 'tough but fair' more 'tough but beatable with enough resolve' which i definitely think works for me if you catch me in the right mood.
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