Play Super Metroid Eris 2012 Online

Dropping into Brinstar feels familiar until you realize the map’s been shuffled—enemies hit harder, power-ups hide in new spots, and that Ice Beam isn’t where it should be. It’s like replaying Super Metroid for the first time again.

Developer: Nintendo

Genre: Action, Adventure

Released: 2012

File size: 1.78 MB

Game Overview

Super Metroid Eris 2012 is one of those rare ROM hacks that actually makes you feel like you're playing a lost sequel. It takes everything great about the original—the moody atmosphere, the exploration—and cranks it up. The first time you drop into Brinstar and realize the layout’s been twisted just enough to throw you off, it’s equal parts frustrating and exhilarating.

Enemies hit harder, power-ups are in new spots (good luck finding that early Super Missile), and the level design forces you to rethink old strategies. I got stuck for way too long in Norfair because some jerk moved the Ice Beam. But when it clicks, it feels like Super Metroid with fresh eyes—same soul, new surprises.

If you’ve memorized every tile of the original, this’ll make you sweat. And if you haven’t? Maybe start there first. Either way, it’s a love letter with teeth.