RETROCANON

Metroid: Other M

2010 · Wii

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What it is

The 2010 Wii action game that explores Samus's backstory and relationship with her old commander through a hybrid side-scrolling and first-person format.

Releases & editions

PlatformYearEditionDetails
Wii2010Standard
Wii U2016StandardDigital · Wii download

Where it sits in the story

Aftermath (Post-Zebes)

Where it sits for newcomers

Later

A divisive Wii entry with a polarising portrayal of Samus and uneven controls — start elsewhere and revisit only if you want to fill every gap in the timeline.

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