Take Samus Aran through ten original bounty hunting adventures.
Nintendo Metroid ROM Video Games
This section contains my collection of Nintendo Metroid ROMs that are playable on within your web browser. In addition, there are ROM patches for download which will allow you to play these games on your PC. Please note that no commercial Metroid ROMs are playable on this site, only games released under the GNU/GPL License. Also, absolutely no ROM files, commercial or otherwise, are available for download, only ROM patches. These restrictions have been placed to uphold the copyrights of those who have worked hard to create these games. Despite these limitations, you can rest assured that this section still provides a high-quality and fun experience for all fans of retro-gaming and the Metroid series.
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All the games featured in this section may be played within your web browser by clicking the appropriate link next to “Play it Now”. However, in order to achieve full functionality as well as the ability to save, you may wish to download the games onto your computer. While this process is simple, it is not straight-forward. Step by step instructions have been provided below. 1. Before downloading any files, please review our content policy. 2. In order to play the Mega Man ROMs you will need the Nintendo Emulator and the IPS Patcher program. Download links are directly below. Nintendo Emulator: Nester (Recommended) or NESticle IPS Patcher: Lunar IPS 3. Download the corresponding ROM patch for the game you wish to play. These are found below, after the description of each game. 4. You will need to follow the steps contained in the instructions manual to apply the ROM patch and create a playable game. |
Note: All ROM Patches on this page are for use with Metroid
Final Fantasy: Chaos Realm
Created by: ronaldo97
Final Fantasy meets Metroid in this cross-over classic. Every single aspect of the original levels have been completely replaced and the graphics have been largely overhauled.
Play it Now: Final Fantasy: Chaos Realm
Metroid Deluxe
Created by: Deluxe Hacks
This is a 100% complete patch: Most of the map was totally deleted so the game was built again from scratch. Items are moved, puzzles are changed, and there is no such thing as a dead end. The design is tight and professional. It is hard both mentally and physically and free of design flaws such as having to bomb arbitrary points in the floor or placing enemies so that you get smacked in the face on the way in or out of rooms. Metroid fans should love this! It’s essentially a brand new NES Metroid game. If you like Metroid at all, you should pick this up!
Play it Now: Metroid Deluxe
Metroid Genocide
Created by: Dude Man
A complete hack of the original Metroid for the NES. This game has been in production for quite a while and has undergone many revisions. Many well known members of the hacking community have helped in the creation of Metroid Genocide, so you know it’s bound to be a classic.
Play it Now: Metroid Genocide
Metroid Invasion
Created by: Unknown
Another remake of Metroid. While not as complete as the Deluxe version, Metroid Invasion is a worthy sequel to Samus Aran’s first adventure.
Play it Now: Metroid Invasion
Metroid Master
Created by: Chris Allen
The intent of this game is to enhance the overall playability of the Metroid engine by providing an entirely new adventure. This version of Metroid is true to the spirit of the original by making some tricky secrets and convoluted mazes.
Where this version departs from the original Metroid game is the following:
- Much larger overall map; easier to get lost
- Secrets are in some cases harder to figure out
- Placement of enemies is much more devious, requiring you to plan how to get past them without getting the crap kicked out of you
- Respawning occurs with not just Zebs; it also occurs with tougher enemies such as Rios
- All non-missile items are CRITICAL to winning the game
- Important items are locked away much more tightly than before
Play it Now: Metroid Master
Metroid Quest
Created by: MakoEyes
This is a 95% graphics hack of the NES game, “Metroid.” The game features Link (instead of Samus in suit) and a slightly modified Kid Icarus (instead of Samus out of suit). The enemies vary from games like Zelda 2, Super Mario Bros. 2, Super Mario Bros. 3, Mega Man, and a few others. I recommend playing through the whole game to appreciate the full hack.
Play it Now: Metroid Quest
Metroid Remix
Created by: Litmus Dragon
Metroid Remix uses the existing Zebes map as a starting point, then adds new areas, hides the items and bosses in new places, bumps the difficulty level up a notch, and adds Mini-Ridley to the game, hopefully adding replay value to one of the classic NES games of all time.
Play it Now: Metroid Remix
Metroid Revenge
Created by: L.Soft Hacks
This is a new version of Metroid with a complete level redesign. Samus must once again face the evil Mother Brain.
Play it Now: Metroid Revenge
Metroid: Wart’s Invasion
Created by: AlexAR
Wart is Back! The evil king has escaped from Super Mario’s unconscious and invaded the Mushroom Kingdom. Wart has kidnapped Mario and rendered the kingdom defenseless. Princess Peach has sent for Samus in a last-chance hope that she may be able to defeat Wart and save the land. As Samus, you must traverse the many obstacles and dangers that Wart has set up through out the 5 areas as well as collect Mario’s super powers to help you on your journey.
Play it Now: Metroid: Wart’s Invasion
Metroid X
Created by: Rage Games
This is a map edit for the original Metroid. Screens, enemy and item placement, palettes, text… you name it, it’s been changed. The primary goal was to make the game more playable – the discerning player will note the careful placement of platforms and enemies to make jumps easier. Not that beating the game will be a cinch. The items are much more difficult to get, the corridors are contorted into winding mazes, and many of the energy tanks have been completely eliminated. Beating this version will be fun but it will not be effortless.
Play it Now: Metroid X
