Nintendo showcased several upcoming games ranging from all-new titles to remastered fan-favorites and even virtual emulators of retro games. One title the gaming company announced and subsequently shadow dropped is 'Metroid Prime Remastered,' a science fiction first-person-shooter title originally released for the Nintendo Gamecube in 2002.
Metroid Prime is a spinoff of the mainline Metroid series that focuses on three-dimensional action-style shooting gameplay with puzzles mixed in, whereas the mainline Metroid series primarily consists of 2D platformers with Metroidvania-style gameplay.
Metroid Prime Remastered brings stunning 1080p visuals, remastered twin-stick controls, animation improvements, remodeled textures, and more. The title is available now from Nintendo Switch's eShop for $40 USD or $50 CAD. Additionally, a physical version of the game will release on February 22nd at various retailers.
Remastered Sci-Fi Shooters
Nintendo Shadow Dropped 'Metroid Prime Remastered' at Nintendo Direct
Trend Themes
1. Remastered Gaming - There is a growing trend in remastering classic games with improved graphics, controls, and animation to appeal to nostalgic fans while also attracting new ones.
2. Science Fiction Shooters - The popularity of science fiction first-person-shooter games is on the rise, indicating a disruption opportunity for game developers to create innovative new titles in this genre.
3. Virtual Retro Games - Virtual emulators of retro games provide a disruptive opportunity for gaming companies to bring older titles to new audiences in a convenient and accessible way.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The gaming industry can capitalize on the trend of remastered games by remaking classic titles with updated graphics particularly for a younger generation.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can leverage the popularity of science fiction and shooters to create new content for games, movies or TV series.
3. Technology - The technology industry can take advantage of virtual emulators and develop new ways to access and play classic games across multiple platforms.
