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Top 20 best-selling GameCube games of all time in the U.S. revealed
New sales data from Circana's Mat Piscatella reveals the top 20 best-selling GameCube games in the U.S., coinciding with the console's 25th anniversary. Nintendo titles dominate the list, with Super Smash Bros. Melee leading, followed by Super Mario Sunshine and Mario Kart: Double Dash. Sonic Adventure 2: Battle is the highest-ranking third-party title at number eight.
Let’s Stop Saying “Metroidvania”
This article argues against the continued use of the term "Metroidvania" to describe video game genres. The author contends that the term is too niche and inaccurate, requiring deep knowledge of two specific, decades-old game series. Instead, the piece suggests using more understandable descriptors for games that share characteristics with Metroid and Castlevania.
The Metroidvania Is Decades Old, But One Year In Particular Is The Undisputed King
The Metroidvania genre, while decades old, experienced its peak in 2018 with a diverse slate of innovative titles. This year saw games like Hollow Knight, Dead Cells, and Yoku's Island Express push the genre's boundaries by incorporating elements from souls-likes, roguelikes, and even pinball, making it an ideal year for both newcomers and veterans.
How 40 Years of Metroid Have Impacted The Biggest Metroidvania Developers
This article explores the profound impact of the Metroid series, particularly Super Metroid, on the development of the Metroidvania genre. Developers from various studios discuss how Metroid's interconnected worlds, exploration mechanics, and atmospheric design have inspired their own games, shaping core design philosophies and influencing everything from level design to player agency.
Metroidvania Still Feels Like A Niche Genre That Deserves Better
Despite the enduring legacy of Metroid and Castlevania, the Metroidvania genre remains niche, lacking significant AAA support and blockbuster sales. While indie developers have kept the genre alive with titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong, the author argues it deserves more mainstream attention without becoming oversaturated.
First 4 Figures reveals new Metroid statue, pre-orders open
First 4 Figures has opened pre-orders for a new Metroid statue based on its appearance in Metroid Prime, with shipments expected in Q1 2027. The exclusive edition features LED functions, glow-in-the-dark effects, a deluxe box, limited-edition numbering, and an authentication card.
Immortality developer Sam Barlow reveals Precognition, a sci-fi horror collaboration with Brandon Cronenberg about "really terrible things that are just around the corner"
Sam Barlow, the developer behind Immortality and Her Story, has announced Precognition, a new sci-fi horror game developed by Half Mermaid Productions with writing by Brandon Cronenberg. The game features a protagonist with brain implants who can explore multiple dark future timelines, inspired by concepts like Memento and 90s sci-fi horror. Precognition is slated for a spring 2028 release and draws early inspiration from an FMV Metroid game concept.
'Hopefully as many people as possible get to play it before Nintendo flips out': Fans spent 3 years secretly crafting a full Metroid Prime 2D demake, and it rocks
A fan-made 2D demake of Metroid Prime, titled Metroid Prime Origins, was secretly developed over three years and released to celebrate the Metroid franchise's 40th anniversary. Despite its polished presentation and gameplay, the game's trailer and download links were quickly removed from YouTube and Archive.org, though the developers stated they received no direct takedown notice from Nintendo.
Are these the 100 most influential games of all time?
Kitfox Games CEO Tanya Short discusses a list of the 100 most influential video games of all time, compiled by professional game designers. The list, assembled through the Polaris game design retreat, aims to serve as a tool for designers to improve their craft and create influential games.
New Metroid sequel for Switch 2 leaked by Brazil’s Ministry of Justice
A listing on Brazil's Ministry of Justice website has potentially revealed a new Metroid game titled 'Metroid Ravenous' for the Nintendo Switch 2, with a production year of 2026. The listing was quickly removed, but suggests a sequel to Metroid Dread, possibly developed by MercurySteam, and hints at other Metroid titles being in development.
Feature: 10 N64 Games We Played In A Wondrous Alternate Timeline
This article explores a hypothetical alternate timeline where the Nintendo 64 achieved greater market success, imagining 10 games that could have been released. It speculates on potential N64 entries for series like Fire Emblem, Tekken, Metroid, and Final Fantasy, and discusses what might have been if sequels to GoldenEye 007 and Super Mario 64 were prioritized.
Virtual Reality Check
A new mod allows players to experience Metroid Prime in virtual reality on PC, featuring full motion controls and 6DOF tracking. This development brings the classic game to a new immersive platform.
Maseylia: Echoes of the Past heading to Nintendo Switch, physical version announced
The 3D Metroidvania platformer Maseylia: Echoes of the Past is coming to Nintendo Switch, with publisher Nejcraft and developer Sol Brothers also announcing a planned physical edition. While a release date is not yet confirmed, the game is inspired by titles like Metroid Prime, Pseudoregalia, and Hollow Knight, and features a vast interconnected world with unlockable abilities.
How to be a dad and a gamer and still get a good night’s sleep - Reader's Feature
A father of two young children shares his struggle to balance gaming with family life, finding that long, time-consuming games are no longer feasible. He details his process of organizing his extensive game library by length to better manage his limited playtime and rediscover enjoyment in shorter, more self-contained experiences.
After 7 years in development, an amazing single-player FPS just hit Steam and consoles: "We were heavily inspired by titles such as Nier Automata, Metroid Prime, Destiny, Halo"
Kwalee Labs has released its story-driven, single-player first-person shooter Luna Abyss on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game, which has been in development since mid-2019, has received very positive user reviews and an 80 on Metacritic. Developers cited inspirations including Nier Automata, Metroid Prime, Destiny, Halo, and Returnal.
Luna Abyss Review
Luna Abyss offers a captivating blend of sci-fi narrative and bullet hell action, despite some initial gameplay shortcomings. While the core combat and dodging mechanics can feel sluggish and overly simplistic, the game excels in its boss battles and its deeply engaging, mysterious cosmic horror story. The haunting visuals and poetic storytelling make the journey through its strange world a rewarding experience.
3D Non-Linear Metroidvania Platformer Maseylia: Echoes of the Past Launches New Demo
Maseylia: Echoes of the Past, a 3D non-linear Metroidvania action-adventure platformer developed by Sol Brothers, has launched a revamped demo on Steam for PC. The game, inspired by titles like Metroid Prime and Hollow Knight, and art from Moebius, features transformative abilities, fluid traversal mechanics, and environmental storytelling. It is scheduled for release in 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
Nintendo veteran designer Takashi Tezuka set to retire as Executive Officer
Nintendo veteran designer Takashi Tezuka, known for directing classic titles like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Super Mario World, will retire from his role as an executive officer on June 26, 2026. Tezuka's departure follows the recent retirements of fellow Nintendo designers Hideki Konno and Kensuke Tanabe.
Best 3DS Games Of All Time
This article ranks the top 20 games released for the Nintendo 3DS, highlighting titles that utilized the console's unique features like its dual screens and glasses-free 3D. The list includes exclusives such as Pokemon X and Y, Persona Q2, and Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, alongside acclaimed remasters like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D and Majora's Mask 3D. The Nintendo 3DS, a successor to the DS, sold over 75 million units and offered backward compatibility with its predecessor.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Signals Retro Studios’ Big Return
Nintendo is releasing Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 16, 2025, for the Nintendo Switch. This remaster of the 2010 Wii title, developed by Retro Studios, includes all 80 original levels plus content from the 3DS version. The release highlights Retro Studios' significant contribution to the Donkey Kong franchise, following their work on the Metroid Prime series.
