Metroid II: Return of Samus

November 1, 1991 Nintendo R&D1 Nintendo, Playtronic
Shooter Platform Adventure
3DS Game Boy
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A Sinister Planet Threatens the Galaxy!

Battle through a sprawling underworld, seeking out every last Metroid, and build up your arsenal by discovering mysterious artefacts.

Enjoy new abilities like the Spider Ball, and powerful new weapons like the Plasma Beam, as you attempt to eradicate the Metroids once and for all.
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Release Date November 1, 1991
Developer Nintendo R&D1
Publisher Nintendo, Playtronic
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Side view
Themes Action, Science fiction
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