Product Overview
- Product Name: Super Metroid
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: In Box
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Tested & Working
- Notes: Box shows very light shelf wear with minimal creasing and corner wear. Box retains strong structure and artwork remains vibrant with no visible sun fading. Note that UPC area on back of box is covered by a white blank sticker (see pics). Inner cardboard tray is perfect, intact, and sturdy. Instruction manual is near-perfect with crisp pages and intact staples. Cartridge is immaculate with labels bright and shiny showing no scuffs or imperfections. Truly collector-grade - would be an impressive centerpiece in any serious CIB SNES collection.
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What's Included
- SNES Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Cartridge Dust Cover / Sleeve: Yes
- Original Retail Box: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
Super Metroid is widely regarded as one of the greatest video games ever created—a defining masterpiece of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System and a cornerstone of Nintendo’s legacy. Developed by Nintendo R&D1 in collaboration with Intelligent Systems and released in 1994, this atmospheric action-adventure follows legendary bounty hunter Samus Aran on a haunting mission to Planet Zebes. Tasked with recovering the last surviving Metroid from the Space Pirates, Samus descends into a sprawling, labyrinthine world filled with secrets, danger, and unforgettable discovery.
Every aspect of Super Metroid exemplifies precision and artistry—from its seamless exploration-based design to its evocative soundtrack that captures the loneliness of alien worlds. Players gradually uncover power-ups like the Grapple Beam, Space Jump, and Morph Ball, each unlocking new pathways that intertwine across the planet’s biomes. The game’s minimalist storytelling, environmental cues, and perfect pacing laid the foundation for an entire subgenre now known as Metroidvania. Even decades later, few games match its blend of mystery, tension, and reward-driven exploration.
For collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts, Super Metroid isn’t just a must-own—it’s a cultural landmark. Frequently ranked among the top games of all time, it remains a shining example of 16-bit excellence and an essential part of any Super Nintendo collection. Whether you’re revisiting Zebes for nostalgia or experiencing it for the first time, Super Metroid stands as a timeless journey into the heart of atmospheric adventure.
Gameplay Features
- Explore the massive open world of Planet Zebes with interconnected areas and hidden upgrades
- Experience groundbreaking nonlinear gameplay that defined the Metroidvania genre
- Unlock classic abilities like the Morph Ball, Grapple Beam, and Space Jump to access new zones
- Atmospheric soundtrack and environmental storytelling that heighten tension and immersion
- Memorable boss encounters including Ridley, Kraid, and the fearsome Mother Brain
- Widely celebrated as one of the greatest Super Nintendo action-adventure games ever made
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Super Metroid was one of the most expensive SNES games to develop, taking over two years and a large team led by Yoshio Sakamoto. Its cinematic opening, ambient music, and seamless transitions between areas set new standards for storytelling through gameplay. The intro’s voice samples—rare on SNES—gave it an unprecedented cinematic flair for a 16-bit title.
The game’s design went on to influence countless modern classics including Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Hollow Knight, and Axiom Verge. Today, Super Metroid remains a prized collectible and one of the crown jewels of the Super Nintendo library—an enduring benchmark of exploration, atmosphere, and game design perfection.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 1994
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Developer: Nintendo R&D1/Intelligent Systems
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 045496830298
- SKU: 7143
- Format: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (Super NES) game cartridge
- Platform: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) 16-bit video game console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
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