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Metroid: Samus Returns

Released September 15, 2017 on 3DS

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About Metroid: Samus Returns

Metroid: Samus Returns is a side-view platform adventure released on the Nintendo 3DS on September 15, 2017. It is a remake of Metroid II: Return of Samus, the 1991 Game Boy entry in the series, and it is published by Nintendo with development credited to Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development, MercurySteam, and Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 7.

The game is presented in 3D graphics with a side view, and the camera zooms and shifts during cutscenes. Players control bounty hunter Samus Aran as she explores an alien planet and works to eliminate the Metroid creatures. The game is single player only and carries the themes of action and science fiction.

Samus Returns is rated ESRB E10+ and PEGI 7. It is part of the Metroid series and franchise.

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Metroid: Samus Returns FAQ

When did Metroid: Samus Returns come out?

Metroid: Samus Returns came out on September 15, 2017.

What platforms is Metroid: Samus Returns on?

Metroid: Samus Returns came out on 3DS.

Who made Metroid: Samus Returns?

Metroid: Samus Returns is developed by Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development, MercurySteam and Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 7 and published by Nintendo.

Is Metroid: Samus Returns multiplayer?

No. Metroid: Samus Returns is single player only.

What is Metroid: Samus Returns rated?

Metroid: Samus Returns is rated ESRB E10+ (Everyone 10+) and PEGI 7.

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