Metroid Dread is a side-scrolling action-adventure game developed by MercurySteam and Nintendo for the Switch, released in 2021. It's the latest entry in the acclaimed Metroid series, featuring the renowned bounty hunter Samus Aran. The game continues Samus's saga after the events of Metroid Fusion and takes her to the planet ZDR to investigate a mysterious transmission. Players explore a vast interconnected world, using Samus's abilities to uncover secrets, battle enemies, and encounter the terrifying E.M.M.I. robots. Metroid Dread has been praised for its tight controls, atmospheric environments, and engaging gameplay. It revitalizes classic Metroidvania-style exploration with modernized mechanics and a captivating story.
