Super Famicom · 1994
Super Metroid
Super Metroid establishes the non-linear exploration standard with atmospheric planet Zebes caverns, high-mobility beam upgrades, and intricate speed-boosting sequence breaks.
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About Super Metroid
Super Metroid establishes the non-linear exploration standard with atmospheric planet Zebes caverns, high-mobility beam upgrades, and intricate speed-boosting sequence breaks.
Planetary exploration and upgrade isolation
Samus Aran explores deep underground labyrinths across Crateria, Brinstar, Norfair, and Maridia. Progression revolves around acquiring iconic upgrades: Morph Ball bombs, the Hi-Jump Boots, the Varia Suit, the Grappling Beam, and the Space Jump. Combat demands mastering the Charge Beam and missile weaponry against colossal multi-screen alien bosses like Kraid, Phantoon, Ridley, and Mother Brain.
Mastering the Shinespark and infinite bomb jumping
Mastering the Wall Jump and the infinite Bomb Jump allows you to scale sheer cliff faces and sequence break the intended game order. Holding the dash button charges the Speed Booster; tapping Down stores a temporary Shinespark charge, allowing Samus to launch herself horizontally or vertically across vast chasms.
The pinnacle of 16-bit environmental storytelling
This is the Super Nintendo / Super Famicom cartridge masterpiece from 1994, renowned for its ambient soundtrack and landmark atmospheric storytelling.
Background and mechanics: Wikipedia game reference.
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Crystal Flash (Full Energy Recharge)
Health < 50, lay Power Bomb, hold Down + Aim Down + Aim Up + FireWhen Samus drops below 50 health, equip Power Bombs (requires at least 11 Power Bombs, 10 Missiles, and 10 Super Missiles). Select Power Bomb, curl into Morph Ball, lay a bomb, and hold Down on the D-Pad together with both Aim buttons and the Fire button until a radiant energy shield fully restores all Energy Tanks.
Spazer + Plasma Murder Beam Glitch
Highlight Spazer, press Left + A to activate alongside PlasmaIn the Samus Status screen, turn on Plasma Beam, highlight Spazer Beam, and press Left and A at the exact same frame. This activates an unprogrammed combination beam with devastating damage values.
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