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The Origins of Metroid (1986): How Nintendo Created a Genre-Defining Classic
Travel back to 1986 and discover how Nintendo’s Metroid transformed the NES with its dark sci-fi atmosphere, nonlinear exploration, and the groundbreaking debut of Samus Aran. A game that didn’t just redefine adventure—it helped create a genre that changed gaming forever.
Nov 26, 20253 min read
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