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Each of these titles is tied to subtly different lore elements, encouraging fans to play the series chronologically.\u00a0\u00a0 While exploring the series according to the release dates is an excellent choice, you may want to take the story-centric approach for a satisfying experience.\u00a0 For those looking to revisit the Metroid series from the beginning or venture into the dangerous galactic space for the first time, we have mentioned all the Metroid games in order of their release dates and story chronology.\u00a0 Here are all the Metroid games in order of their release dates.\u00a0 Metroid games release order Metroid (Classic main entry) Release date: Aug. 15, 1987 (North America) Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Developer: Nintendo, Intelligent Systems The original Metroid was launched in the 1980s, introducing fans to the addictive Metroidvania sub-genre for the first time. Being the oldest in the family, the game will not feel as good graphics-wise as some of the newest Metroid titles, but die-hard fans still remember it as the iconic point from where the series and the popular sub-genre kicked off.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid II: Return of Samus (Classic main entry) Release date: Nov. 5, 1991 Platform: Game Boy Developer: Nintendo A sequel to the 1986 game, Return of Samus is a delightful 2D platformer experience, featuring Samus, who is determined to eradicate all instances of Metroids before the rogue Space Pirates find the dangerous substances. Super Metroid (Classic main entry) Release date: April 18, 1994 (North America) Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Developer: Nintendo, Intelligent Systems Another classic in the series, Super Metroid is a game worth remembering due to its emotional storyline and its vast, exploration-worthy map. It was launched on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System almost three decades ago but remains one of the best Metroid games of all time.\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid Fusion (Classic main entry) Release date: Nov. 18, 2002 (North America) Platform: Game Boy Advance Developer: Nintendo The fourth game in the classic Metroid collection, Fusion brought an interesting twist to the lore, with Samus facing fatal injuries at the hands of a new X organism and undergoing a DNA Fusion with a Metroid to overcome the fatalities. Players get to explore the story through objectives and missions, instead of free exploration, however.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid Prime (3D main entry) Release date: Nov. 18, 2002 (North America) Platform: Game Cube, Wii (Trilogy) Developer: Nintendo, Retro Studios Released on the same day as the Fusion, the first Metroid Prime installment marked the transition of the franchise into 3D, presenting the series\u2019 iconic gameplay in a new avatar. It also introduced an immersive first-person perspective and improved graphics.\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid: Zero Mission (Remake) Release date: Feb. 9, 2004 (North America) Platform: Game Boy Advance Developer: Nintendo Zero Mission is a remake of the original 1986 Metroid game and brings enhanced gameplay and visuals to the table.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid Prime 2: Echoes (3D main entry) Release date: Nov. 15, 2004 (North America) Platform: Game Cube, Wii (Trilogy) Developer: Nintendo, Retro Studios A sequel to the 2002 Prime title, Echoes is the first game in the franchise to include a multiplayer mode. In addition to a gripping story, Echoes features a ton of explorative elements for single-player enthusiasts as well. Metroid Prime Pinball (Spin-off) Release date: Oct. 24, 2005 (North America) Platform: Nintendo DS Developer: Nintendo, Fuse Games This is a Metroid-themed pinball game, featuring a concoction of elements from Metroid Prime and the iconic ball-propelling tabletop game. Prime Pinball is independent of the main Metroid lore.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid Prime Hunters (Spin-off) Release date: March 20, 2006 (North America) Platform: Nintendo DS Developer: Nintendo Hunters\u2019 storyline is set between the events of Metroid Prime and Echoes and offers single and multiplayer first-person shooter experiences.\u00a0 Metroid Prime 3: Corruption (3D Main entry) Release date: Aug. 27, 2007 (North America) Platform: Wii Developer: Nintendo, Retro Studios The third and latest Prime game, Corruption\u2019s storyline features Samus\u2019 encounter with her look-alike Dark Samus, who attacks the protagonist with a newly developed potent organism. Like the older Prime titles, Corruption was a hit among fans.\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid: Other M (Main entry) Release date: Aug. 31, 2010 (North America) Platform: Wii Developer: Nintendo, Team Ninja Other M is another main entry occurring during the classic Metroid timeline. But it failed to gather the fandom\u2019s approval like its predecessors, with players complaining about its lackluster storyline and unpredictable difficulty.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid Prime: Federation Force (Spin-off) Release date: Aug. 19, 2016 (North America) Platform: Nintendo 3DS Developer: Nintendo, Next Level Games Federation Force is a first-person shooter experience, offering both single and multiplayer experiences. This is the first game in the franchise where players assume the role of Marines, instead of the popular protagonist.\u00a0 Metroid: Samus Returns (Remake) Release date: Sept. 15, 2017 (North America) Platform: Nintendo 3DS Developer: Nintendo, Retro Studios Released on Nintendo 3DS, Samus Returns is a modernized remake of the 1991 title, Return of Samus. Metroid Dread (Classic main\/final entry) Release date: Oct. 8, 2021 (North America) Platform: Nintendo Switch Developer: Nintendo, MercurySteam The first Metroid game on Nintendo Switch, Dread marks the end of the five-part classic collection, from Metroid (1986) to Metroid Fusion (2002). It received massive appreciation from the fandom for its original 2D side-scroller experience and became the best-selling Metroid game of all time (so far).\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Metroid Prime Remastered (Remake) Release date: Feb. 8, 2023 (North America) Platform: Nintendo Switch Developer: Nintendo, Retro Studios The latest Metroid game in the series\u2014an intriguing remaster of the iconic Metroid Prime\u2014has managed to capture numerous hearts with its exceptional graphical improvements, while maintaining the series\u2019 iconic elements. Prime Remastered was a surprise 2023 drop from Nintendo, but this hasn\u2019t limited its success on the selling charts.\u00a0 Related: Metroid Prime dev expresses disappointment with one element of remaster A fourth iteration in the Metroid Prime series is also currently in the making for the Switch platform, but Nintendo is yet to announce its release date. While the Metroid series offers a gripping lore that interconnects all its main entries together, players will not lose out on much if they don\u2019t take the ordered approach. If you intend to experience the franchise\u2019s best lore-wise, however, take a look at our suggested order below:\u00a0 Metroid\/Metroid: Zero Mission Metroid Prime Metroid Prime 2: Echoes\u00a0 Metroid Prime 3: Corruption Metroid II: Return of Samus\/Metroid: Samus Returns Super Metroid Metroid: Other M Metroid Fusion Metroid Dread How to play the Metroid games in 2023? If you don\u2019t own an older Nintendo console like 3DS or Wii, fret not\u2014four iconic Metroid experiences, including the 1986 Metroid, as well as two modern Metroid titles are available on the Nintendo Switch.\u00a0 Metroid, Metroid II, and Super Metroid can be accessed through the basic Nintendo Switch subscription ($19.99 annual fee). For Metroid Fusion, players are required to purchase the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack ($49.99 annual fee). 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The age-old Nintendo-exclusive franchise, Metroid<\/em>, has, so far, launched a total of 17 action-packed Metroidvania games and is one of the most popular video game series among fans. From side-scrolling platformers to squishing enemies in first-person perspective, the series offers very distinct, worthwhile experiences. <\/p>

In every Metroid <\/em>game, you get to suit up as the courageous bounty hunter Samus Aran, who is invested in eliminating threats like Space Pirates to prevent their notorious and destructive intentions. Each of these titles is tied to subtly different lore elements, encouraging fans to play the series chronologically.  <\/p>

While exploring the series according to the release dates is an excellent choice, you may want to take the story-centric approach for a satisfying experience. <\/p>

For those looking to revisit the Metroid <\/em>series from the beginning or venture into the dangerous galactic space for the first time, we have mentioned all the Metroid <\/em>games in order of their release dates and story chronology. <\/p>

Here are all the Metroid games in order of their release dates.\u00a0<\/p>