This is a genre of video game I've always loved, and have never really focused on until now, but have recently become very addicted to. Named after Metroid (in likeness of Super Metroid) and Castlevania (in likeness of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night), these games have an open map with areas you can't access at the beginning, but are able to backtrack and access later in the game when your characters gains new items or abilities.
I love watching my characters grow into strong, amazing fighters, and I love exploring the maps, looking for items and upgrades.
Anyway! Do any of you like Metroidvanias? Which games in the genre would you recommend? My personal favorites are:
- Super Metroid (SNES, re-released later on Wii U, 3DS, and more)
- Monster Tale (DS)
- Cave Story (PC, 3DS)