Exploring The Full History Of Nintendo’s Metroid | Video Gameography

Nintendo’s dominant ’80s run on the video game industry produced several hit franchises that remain important today. Metroid might not be a massive juggernaut like Super Mario Bros. or The Legend of Zelda, but it’s still an icon of the industry … and for good reason. 

In the first season of Game Informer‘s Video Gameography podcast, we’re tackling Metroid. Developed by Nintendo R&D1 and produced by the creator of the Game Boy, Gunpei Yokoi, Metroid thrilled fans with its creative approach to platforming action. While most games gave you a set path to follow, Metroid dropped you into a haunting, alien world and let you freely explore to discover upgrades and ultimately save the universe from biological warfare. 

Join hosts Ben Reeves (@BenjaminReeves), Marcus Stewart (@MarcusStewart7), and special guest, Game Informer‘s senior editor Dan Tack (@dantack) for the next hour as we explore Metroid’s lore, development history, and lasting impact. 

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