super metroid definitely defines the metroid series for me
the game starts with a little history lesson from the previous two metroid games and ties into the beginning of the game. the graphics arent bad but the gameplay is amazing, and its complimented by a nice array of atmosphere changing music. before you begin the game you can adjust your controls to what suits you best. the controls are very comfortable and just fall under your fingers. there are 3 different endings you can see each depending on the amount of time it took you to complete the game. also after you beat the game it informs you on your item collection completion percentage (whoa big word)
bottom line, super metroid is a great game, and by the time you finally beat it, you'll just want to go back and beat it again faster, and with more items collected. and trust me, you will. again and again and again and.. well.. you get the point