Is Metroid Dread hard for someone new to the series?

It is one of the tougher 2D Metroids. The E.M.M.I. sections and bosses punish mistakes, but checkpoints are frequent and the melee counter helps once learned.

Does this EU version work on a US Switch?

Yes. The cartridge is region free and plays on any Switch console. The box and any included materials are in European packaging.

How long is the game?

Most players finish the main story in around 8 to 12 hours. Completionists hunting every upgrade and secret take considerably longer.

Is it a sequel I need to play Metroid Fusion first?

It continues Samus's story after Metroid Fusion, but the game explains what you need. Playing Fusion first adds context, not a requirement.

Does it support handheld play?

Yes. It runs at a smooth frame rate in handheld and docked modes, and the map and controls work well on the portable screen.

Is there multiplayer or extra content?

No. It is a single-player campaign. There are difficulty modes and a boss rush-style mode added after launch, but no online play.

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Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch EU Version Region Free

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Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch EU Version Region Free

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Our take on the Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch EU Version Region Free

Metroid Dread is a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure for the Nintendo Switch, the first new mainline 2D Metroid in nearly two decades. Samus lands on planet ZDR and is hunted by the E.M.M.I., invincible research robots that force stealth and quick escapes between exploration and boss fights. New abilities like the slide, Spider Magnet and melee counter make her the most agile she has been, and the map rewards backtracking. Reviewers call it tight, tense and one of the best games on the system, though some find the E.M.M.I. sections punishing and the difficulty high for newcomers.

Best forLongtime Metroid and Metroidvania fansPlayers who want a tense, skill-based action gameSwitch owners looking for a polished single-player campaign

Pros

Fast, precise movement and combat
E.M.M.I. chases create real tension
Large interconnected map with ability-gated secrets
Smooth 60 fps performance in handheld and docked
Strong boss fights and a satisfying conclusion

Cons

High difficulty, especially the E.M.M.I. zones
Linear opening hours before the map opens up
Little guidance for players new to the series
Short for players who rush the main path

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What reviewers say

4.6 / 531 ratings

Reviewers and owners rate it highly, praising the controls, atmosphere and boss design. Many call the E.M.M.I. encounters the best and most stressful part. Complaints center on difficulty spikes and the slow first stretch.

What people mention

DifficultyMixedPlayers find the E.M.M.I. zones and bosses demanding, rewarding for veterans but harsh for casual players.
ControlsPraisedOwners describe Samus's movement, aiming and counter as precise and responsive.
AtmospherePraisedReviewers highlight the tense, lonely mood of ZDR and the dread of being hunted.
Level designPraisedThe interconnected map and ability-gated secrets are called rewarding to explore.
PacingMixedSome say the early game is linear and only opens up after several hours.

About the Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch EU Version Region Free

Metroid Dread is an action-adventure game for Nintendo Switch. Players control bounty hunter Samus Aran, whose story continues after the events of Metroid Fusion. She travels to planet ZDR to investigate a mysterious transmission sent to the Galactic Federation. The remote planet is overrun by vicious alien lifeforms and mechanical threats.

The E.M.M.I. were once DNA-extracting research machines. Now they hunt Samus across the planet. Players must evade them to survive while looking for a way to take them down.

Samus gains new and familiar abilities as she moves through the planet's many environments. She can parkour over obstacles, slide through tight spaces and counter enemies. Returning to earlier areas with new abilities opens up upgrades, alternate paths and a way forward across the sprawling map.

Platform: Nintendo Switch
Genre: Action & Adventure
Version: EU version, region free
Publisher: Nintendo

Questions and answers

Is Metroid Dread hard for someone new to the series?: It is one of the tougher 2D Metroids. The E.M.M.I. sections and bosses punish mistakes, but checkpoints are frequent and the melee counter helps once learned.
Does this EU version work on a US Switch?: Yes. The cartridge is region free and plays on any Switch console. The box and any included materials are in European packaging.
How long is the game?: Most players finish the main story in around 8 to 12 hours. Completionists hunting every upgrade and secret take considerably longer.
Is it a sequel I need to play Metroid Fusion first?: It continues Samus's story after Metroid Fusion, but the game explains what you need. Playing Fusion first adds context, not a requirement.
Does it support handheld play?: Yes. It runs at a smooth frame rate in handheld and docked modes, and the map and controls work well on the portable screen.
Is there multiplayer or extra content?: No. It is a single-player campaign. There are difficulty modes and a boss rush-style mode added after launch, but no online play.
Where is the Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch EU Version Region Free cheapest?: At Walmart, for $74.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch EU Version Region Free?: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 31 ratings.