November 17, 2012, will mark the 10^th anniversary of the release of Metroid Prime on the Nintendo Gamecube. It is in this editorial that we’ll look back at the game’s development history and legacy.

Every console generation, there comes a game that is remembered for its expansive and addictive gameplay, critical praise, or place in the lexicon of gaming lore. These types of games are the movers and shakers for console makers, and these titles are the ones that come close to being perfect. One of those games is Metroid Prime, a title in which its early roots are riddled with controversy and (at the time of development) certain doubt. Now, ten years after its release on the Nintendo Gamecube, Metroid Prime is still slightly fresh in our minds as not only a critically acclaimed game, but also a fine example of a true video game comeback story.

The majority of Metroid fans know this game’s story all too well. Even newcomers to the series have learned more and more about the series ups and downs financially. With the case of this retrospective, we won’t bore you with every intricate detail that went into the development of Metroid Prime. Instead, this will be a look back at a game that still resonates with fans…including myself.

Harrison Milfeld

Harrison Milfeld is a writer, editor, and freelance journalist from Missouri. Ever since he could walk, Harrison has been an avid fan of the world of Nintendo. For years, he has purchased every one of the company's subsequent products (yes, including the Virtual Boy and eReader). It wasn't until he was a young teen when he bought a PS2 that he began to embrace cross-console relations, a decision he doesn't regret. When he's not gaming, Harrison is looking to break into the magazine journalism industry and realize his dream of becoming a features reporter.

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