Metroid: Samus Returns is a remake of Metroid 2: Return of Samus. It uses a 3D graphic style with a side view camera that zooms in and changes for cutscenes. It also has new mechanics, items, and abilities. "Brave the hostile terrain of an alien planet teeming with vicious life forms as legendary… Summary: IGDB
Mind Score
Fair to the playerAge · PEGI 7
Respect
95
Nourish
56
Stimulation
moderate
Has an endingStop anytime
What it exercises
Exploration and curiosity
- IGDB keyword “exploration driven”
Problem solving
- IGDB keyword “metroidvania”
Story and reading
- Wikipedia: carried by its story
Medium confidence · 28 Sept 2026 · Rules-based estimate from the Steam store, player reviews and PEGI/ESRB descriptors. Not a substitute for the official rating or your own judgement. Tap a label to see the evidence.