Metroid Dread
Released October 7, 2021 on Switch
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About Metroid Dread
Metroid Dread is a 2D side-view action game released on Switch on October 7, 2021. It blends shooting, platforming, and adventure elements, with Samus Aran as the bounty hunter at the center of the story. The game follows her after the events of Metroid Fusion as she travels to the planet ZDR, a setting full of alien creatures and mechanical threats.
Players explore a large interconnected map, gaining new movement options and abilities that open up paths to previously unreachable areas. Returning to earlier locations with new tools is part of the design. The game is built for single player only.
Developed by Nintendo's internal planning and production teams together with MercurySteam, the game is published by Nintendo and is part of the long-running Metroid series. It carries an ESRB T rating and a PEGI 12 rating.
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Metroid Dread FAQ
When did Metroid Dread come out?
Metroid Dread came out on October 7, 2021.
What platforms is Metroid Dread on?
Metroid Dread came out on Switch.
Who made Metroid Dread?
Metroid Dread is developed by Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development, MercurySteam and Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 7 and published by Nintendo.
Is Metroid Dread multiplayer?
No. Metroid Dread is single player only.
What is Metroid Dread rated?
Metroid Dread is rated ESRB T (Teen) and PEGI 12.
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