Intergalactic bounty hunter Samus Aran receives a distress signal from a wrecked frigate in orbit around planet Tallon IV. Upon investigation, the frigate reveals itself to be a Space Pirate research vessel home to terrifying genetic experiments using the mysterious Phazon substance. There, Samus encounters her nemesis, Meta Ridley, whom she pursues to the surface of Tallon IV. It’s up to her alone to explore the planet’s interconnected regions, investigate its dark secrets, and end the intergalactic threat posed by Phazon.

Explore in eerie isolation

Journey through the diverse biomes of planet Tallon IV as you uncover the Space Pirates’ sinister experiments and gather information about the toxic substance that left the planet in ruin. Research some of the deadly forces that Samus encounters on her adventure.

Remastered for Nintendo Switch

New improvements help Samus Aran’s first-person-adventure debut reach greater heights. See—and hear—the classic first-person adventure in a new way with high-definition visuals and modernized, nostalgic audio. The Casual difficulty reduces the amount of damage Samus takes in combat, helping you worry less about fighting to focus on exploring.