When was Metroid Prime released?

Metroid Prime was released on February 19, 2009.

What platforms is Metroid Prime available on?

Metroid Prime is available on Wii.

Who developed Metroid Prime?

Metroid Prime was developed by Retro Studios.

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Metroid Prime

Released: February 19, 2009

Developer: Retro Studios

Publisher: Nintendo

Genres

ShooterAdventure

Platforms

Wii

About

Wii de Asobu: Metroid Prime (also known as New Play Control! Metroid Prime) is a port of Metroid Prime for the Wii with motion controls compatibility. This port later released as a part of Metroid Prime: Trilogy in the West.

Storyline

A 3D exploration-focused metroidvania with first-person shooting mechanics and the first 3D entry in the Metroid series, Metroid Prime follows Samus Aran after the events of Metroid (1986) as she boards a Space Pirate frigate, then chases her escaping archrival Ridley into the intricately structured Tallon IV, a planet full of deadly wildlife and former home to the advanced and ancient Chozo race.

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