So i just finished the original Metroid yesterday, and I have to say it was pretty fun. A bit antiquated; but still a good game....for the most part. First off, the graphics were pretty solid; it look nice for a NES title and never saw anything that was an eye sore. My one complaint though is there are textures that look exactly like lava, and yet can be traversed without reprieve. The music was solid for the most part, my only complaint is with the tune that played when entering a room with an upgrade was a bit longer. The ten second loop of high pitched beeps was cool at first, but really grated on my ears as it went on.

The story is pretty thin, at least presented in the game. Go to Zebes and stop Mother Brain. Not much but it works.

The gameplay is pretty good. l enjoyed roaming around and moving through the planet. My big gripe is that the game is overly cryptic. I often got stuck with no indication on where to go; I tried my best to advance on my own but I broke down and saved a map to my phone. I honestly don't feel bad. There is no indication of what walls to break, or floors to break. I would have never progressed very far with knowing what can be bombed. This had to be a design choice; because early on they had an area with clearly designed floors that can be bombed. This is never used again. I feel like it is used to elongate the game artificially.

The final fight with Mother Brain was rather annoying as well. She doesn't defend herself at all, but nearby turrets and constantly respawning orange rings keep you on your toes; the knockback seems to be especially bad here.

Overall I enjoyed the game, and I would recommend a map to help you along. Now it is on to Metroid II Return of Samus!

What do you guys think of Metroid?