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In case anyone doesn't know, AM2R literally stands for 'Another Metroid 2 Remake' and is a fangame. There are two main things to say about this game:

1. I hold the 2d Metroid series in the very highest regard. Two games from the series sit above this one (and I probably won't get to either one tonight). Metroid sits in my brain on a pedestal above every other action game. And yet, AM2R comes up with controls and conventions that are quite simply superior to some of the most hallowed games in history. There is never a moment where I go "oh, this is a fan game." It feels professional and belongs in the conversation with Super/Fusion/Zero Mission. To say that about a game that one guy made is the highest praise I can lavish on a game.

2. Every notable issue that I have with this game is caused by the structure enforced by Metroid 2. The game's level and boss designs are informed by a game that was constrained by being on the original game boy. If this game had a better base, it could be near the very top of this list.

The second half of AM2R is really, really good as it starts to branch out into original content. I'd love to see what this guy makes next -- but he joined Moon and is making Ori 2. Pretty sure that game is going to be all right.
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