Product Overview
- Product Name: Metroid 2: Return of Samus
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Acceptable
- Save Battery Status*: Tested & Working
- Notes: Cartridge shows yellowing and scratches from use. Label is intact with no peeling or tears - overall acceptable condition, battery tested and working.
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What's Included
- Game Boy Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: No
- Cartridge Case / Dust Cover: Yes
- Original Retail Box: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Metroid II: Return of Samus brings the legendary bounty hunter Samus Aran to the Nintendo Game Boy in one of the most ambitious handheld adventures of the early 1990s. Tasked with traveling deep into the labyrinthine tunnels of planet SR388, Samus must hunt down and eradicate the dangerous Metroid species to prevent them from threatening the galaxy. The stark monochrome visuals and tight level design capture the isolated, foreboding atmosphere that defines the Metroid franchise, all within the portable limits of the Game Boy hardware.
As players progress, the planet itself becomes a hostile labyrinth, filled with hazards, hidden upgrades, and evolving Metroid enemies. Each encounter raises the stakes, with the creatures transforming from weak Alpha Metroids into the terrifying Gamma, Zeta, and ultimately the colossal Queen Metroid. Along the way, Samus acquires new abilities such as the Spider Ball and Space Jump, revolutionizing exploration and setting gameplay standards that would influence the series for decades to come.
More than just another entry, Metroid II is a pivotal game that reshaped the saga’s narrative. It introduced the Baby Metroid, a plot twist that carried forward directly into Super Metroid on the SNES and later series installments. Collectors and fans alike view it as one of the most important Game Boy exclusives, making it a cornerstone title for anyone building a serious Nintendo library.
Gameplay Features
- Embark on a handheld action-adventure across SR388’s sprawling underground caverns.
- Battle through the evolutionary chain of Metroids, from Alpha forms to the fearsome Queen Metroid.
- Unlock iconic power-ups like the Spider Ball, Space Jump, and Plasma Beam for deeper exploration.
- Atmospheric design that captures the sense of isolation central to the Metroid franchise.
- Meticulously crafted for the Nintendo Game Boy, pushing the handheld’s hardware to its limits.
- A foundational chapter in the Metroid saga, directly bridging into Super Metroid.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Metroid II was developed by Nintendo R&D1, the same internal team that created the Game Boy hardware under the guidance of Gunpei Yokoi. This gave the developers a unique understanding of how to maximize the handheld’s limitations, resulting in one of the most technically impressive titles of its era. Despite its simple visuals, the game captured the essence of Metroid’s exploration and atmosphere in a way that resonated deeply with fans.
The introduction of the Baby Metroid was more than a plot device — it became the emotional anchor for Super Metroid, one of the most celebrated video games of all time. Because of this direct story connection and its exclusive status on the original Game Boy, Metroid II is highly sought after by collectors, often ranked alongside other handheld greats like The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening as a must-have cartridge in the Nintendo library.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 1991
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Developer: Nintendo
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 045496730192
- SKU: 2938
- Format: Nintendo Game Boy Cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo Game Boy System (Original Game Boy)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- Original Game Boy cartridges also play on: Game Boy Pocket, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, and Nintendo DS/DS Lite systems with a Game Boy cartridge slot (not DSi or later).
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
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- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
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