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{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
+ | |title = Another Metroid 2 Remake:<br/>Return of Samus | ||
|cover = AM2R - Cover.png | |cover = AM2R - Cover.png | ||
|developers = | |developers = | ||
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|steam appid side = | |steam appid side = | ||
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
− | |official site= | + | |official site= https://metroid2remake.blogspot.com/ |
|hltb = 38490 | |hltb = 38490 | ||
|igdb = am2r-return-of-samus | |igdb = am2r-return-of-samus | ||
− | |strategywiki = | + | |strategywiki = AM2R |
|mobygames = am2r-return-of-samus | |mobygames = am2r-return-of-samus | ||
|wikipedia = AM2R | |wikipedia = AM2R | ||
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{{ii}} ''Another Metroid 2 Remake: Return of Samus'' is a free fan-made remake of ''Metroid II: Return of Samus'' for the Game Boy. | {{ii}} ''Another Metroid 2 Remake: Return of Samus'' is a free fan-made remake of ''Metroid II: Return of Samus'' for the Game Boy. | ||
{{++}} Features various control style options based on ''Metroid II: Return of Samus'', ''Super Metroid'', and ''Metroid: Zero Mission''. | {{++}} Features various control style options based on ''Metroid II: Return of Samus'', ''Super Metroid'', and ''Metroid: Zero Mission''. | ||
− | {{--}} No longer available for download due to Nintendo's DMCA takedown, preventing any future updates, bugfixes, and other platform releases.<ref>{{Refurl|url= | + | {{--}} No longer available for download due to Nintendo's DMCA takedown, preventing any future updates, bugfixes, and other platform releases.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://metroid2remake.blogspot.com/2016/09/no-future-for-am2r.html|title=Project AM2R - Another Metroid 2 Remake: No Future for AM2R|date=September 2, 2016}}</ref> An [[#AM2R Launcher|unofficial patch]], however, is available. |
{{ii}} Both Mac OS X and Linux versions are unofficially released. | {{ii}} Both Mac OS X and Linux versions are unofficially released. | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{mm}} [http://am2r.freeforums.org/portal.php Official forums] | {{mm}} [http://am2r.freeforums.org/portal.php Official forums] | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://metroid.fandom.com/wiki/Metroid_Wiki Wikitroid] - A Wikia for the Metroid franchise. |
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
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{{Availability/row| Official | https://metroid2remake.blogspot.com | DRM-free | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | Unavailable }} | {{Availability/row| Official | https://metroid2remake.blogspot.com | DRM-free | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | Unavailable }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{++}} The soundtrack is available for free at higher quality than in-game [ | + | {{++}} The soundtrack is available for free at higher quality than in-game [https://metroid2remake.blogspot.com/2016/09/soundtrack.html here]. |
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
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# Get a copy of {{file|AM2R_11.zip}} and put it somewhere it can be easily accessed on your computer. | # Get a copy of {{file|AM2R_11.zip}} and put it somewhere it can be easily accessed on your computer. | ||
# Run the launcher and click the Download button to download the necessary patch files, | # Run the launcher and click the Download button to download the necessary patch files, | ||
− | # Click on the '''Select 1.1''' button, and select your copy of {{file|AM2R_11.zip}}. Should the AM2RLauncher error here | + | # Click on the '''Select 1.1''' button, and select your copy of {{file|AM2R_11.zip}}. Should the AM2RLauncher show an error here, you have an invalid copy of {{file|AM2R_11.zip}}. |
# Make sure '''Community Updates (Latest)''' is selected from the drop-down menu, and then click the '''Install''' button to install the game and apply the latest Community Updates. | # Make sure '''Community Updates (Latest)''' is selected from the drop-down menu, and then click the '''Install''' button to install the game and apply the latest Community Updates. | ||
# Click the Play button to launch the game from the AM2RLauncher. | # Click the Play button to launch the game from the AM2RLauncher. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===AM2R Autopatcher=== | ===AM2R Autopatcher=== | ||
{{ii}} Requires a zipped archive of the official v1.1 of the game ({{file|AM2R_11.zip}}) originally distributed by DoctorM64 prior to the DMCA takedown. | {{ii}} Requires a zipped archive of the official v1.1 of the game ({{file|AM2R_11.zip}}) originally distributed by DoctorM64 prior to the DMCA takedown. | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|localappdata}}\AM2R\config.ini|{{p|game}}\modifiers.ini}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|localappdata}}\AM2R\config.ini|{{p|game}}\modifiers.ini}} | ||
− | {{Game data/config|OS X| | + | {{Game data/config|OS X|{{P|osxhome}}/Library/Application Support/com.yoyogames.am2r/config.ini|{{p|game}}/Contents/Resources/modifiers.ini}} |
{{Game data/config|Linux|{{P|xdgconfighome}}/AM2R/config.ini}} | {{Game data/config|Linux|{{P|xdgconfighome}}/AM2R/config.ini}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|localappdata}}\AM2R\save#}} | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|localappdata}}\AM2R\save#}} | ||
− | {{Game data/saves|OS X| | + | {{Game data/saves|OS X|{{P|osxhome}}/Library/Application Support/com.yoyogames.am2r/save#}} |
{{Game data/saves|Linux|{{P|xdgconfighome}}/AM2R}} | {{Game data/saves|Linux|{{P|xdgconfighome}}/AM2R}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|antialiasing = n/a | |antialiasing = n/a | ||
|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = unknown | |eax support = unknown | ||
− | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Czech | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = unknown | ||
+ | |notes = Fan - [https://prekladyher.eu/preklady/another-metroid-2-remake.578/ #1] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
− | |mac os x powerpc app = | + | |mac os x powerpc app = unknown |
− | |macos intel 32-bit app = | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = true |
− | |macos intel 64-bit app = | + | |macos intel 64-bit app = true |
− | |macos arm app = | + | |macos arm app = unknown |
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
− | |linux powerpc app = | + | |linux powerpc app = unknown |
|linux 32-bit executable= true | |linux 32-bit executable= true | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= false | |linux 64-bit executable= false |
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Developers | |
---|---|
Milton "DoctorM64" Guasti | |
Engines | |
GameMaker | |
Release dates | |
Windows | August 6, 2016 |
macOS (OS X) | 2016[citation needed] |
Linux | 2016[citation needed] |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | Freeware |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Scrolling, Side view |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Metroidvania, Platform, Shooter |
Art styles | Pixel art |
Themes | Sci-fi |
Series | Metroid |
Metroid | |
---|---|
Metroid: Confrontation | 2012 |
Another Metroid 2 Remake: Return of Samus | 2016 |
Super Metroid (unofficial port) | TBA |
Metroid Prime (unofficial port) | TBA |
Key points
- Another Metroid 2 Remake: Return of Samus is a free fan-made remake of Metroid II: Return of Samus for the Game Boy.
- Features various control style options based on Metroid II: Return of Samus, Super Metroid, and Metroid: Zero Mission.
- No longer available for download due to Nintendo's DMCA takedown, preventing any future updates, bugfixes, and other platform releases.[1] An unofficial patch, however, is available.
- Both Mac OS X and Linux versions are unofficially released.
General information
- Official forums
- Wikitroid - A Wikia for the Metroid franchise.
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Official website (unavailable) |
- The soundtrack is available for free at higher quality than in-game here.
Essential improvements
AM2RLauncher
- Requires a zipped archive of the official v1.1 of the game (
AM2R_11.zip
) originally distributed by DoctorM64 prior to the DMCA takedown. - Needs to download patch data files first, works offline afterwards.
- An unofficial, open-source front-end tool that can launch and update the game with the Unofficial AM2R Community Updates, which features the following improvements:
- New game modes, extra unlockables, and some of the planned but canceled features.
- Widescreen support, although the original aspect-ratio is still available.
- Implements the remastered, high-quality soundtrack originally planned for a v1.2 update.
- Option for PlayStation and Nintendo SNES/Switch controller prompts; only applies to XInput-based controllers.
- Various bugfixes and tweaks.
- Eases creation of an *.apk file to install the game onto supported Android devices.
- Includes Mod Support.
- Makes managing save files easy.
- Keep up-to-date for AM2R news from within the launcher.
How to use AM2R Launcher[2] |
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|
AM2R Autopatcher
- Requires a zipped archive of the official v1.1 of the game (
AM2R_11.zip
) originally distributed by DoctorM64 prior to the DMCA takedown. - Needs to be updated manually.
- Alternative open-source tool that can apply the Unofficial AM2R Community Updates with optional high-quality soundtrack, and create an Android build of the game.
- Includes all necessary patch data, works offline.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\AM2R\config.ini <path-to-game>\modifiers.ini[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/Library/Application Support/com.yoyogames.am2r/config.ini <path-to-game>/Contents/Resources/modifiers.ini |
Linux | $XDG_CONFIG_HOME/AM2R/config.ini |
-
modifiers.ini
contains settings that alter gameplay and difficulty.
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\AM2R\save# |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/Library/Application Support/com.yoyogames.am2r/save# |
Linux | $XDG_CONFIG_HOME/AM2R |
- Save files from previous versions may not be compatible with the latest updates from AM2R Launcher.
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | Upscales from 320x240 between 1x-4x or stretched to aspect-ratio in fullscreen using Nearest-neighbor scaling. Unofficial v1.5.2 patch from AM2R Launcher adds a Widescreen option that displays the game at a base resolution of 426x240. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | Can be toggled with Alt+↵ Enter or from the Options menu under Display Options. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Frame rate is capped at 60 FPS. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Mouse not used at all. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | XInput and DirectInput supported. | |
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | For XInput controllers, movement is bound to both left analog stick and D-pad. For DirectInput controllers, movement can be assigned to either left analog stick or D-pad. | |
Controller sensitivity | Deadzone and analog movement option available. | |
Controller Y-axis inversion | 2D game. |
Controller types |
---|
XInput-compatible controllers | ||
---|---|---|
Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. |
---|
Generic/other controllers | ||
---|---|---|
Button prompts | Numbered button prompts when using a DirectInput controller. For Nintendo button prompts, use AM2R Launcher, then go to Options → Display, then under Notifications set Controller Tips to Nintendo Pro or SNES Colored . |
Additional information | ||
---|---|---|
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | Only for XInput controllers. | |
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M | Game switch dynamically switches between keyboard and controller prompts. |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Music, Sound Effects | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | No speech outside of ending. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Czech | Fan - #1 |
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
Direct3D | 9 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) | |||
Linux |
System requirements
Windows | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | XP | |
Processor (CPU) | ||
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 90 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 9.0c compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | Mavericks (10.9) | |
Processor (CPU) | an x86 or x64 based processor | |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 90MB |
Linux | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | Ubuntu 14.04 | |
Processor (CPU) | ||
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 90 MB | |
Other | Following dependencies are required for Ubuntu/Debian distributions: libgcc1:i386 libgl1-mesa-glx:i386 libglu1-mesa:i386 libopenal1:i386 libssl1.0.0:i386
libstdc++6:i386 libx11-6:i386 libxext6:i386 libxrandr2:i386 libxxf86vm1:i386 zlib1g:i386 . |
Notes
- ↑ When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details).
References
- ↑ Project AM2R - Another Metroid 2 Remake: No Future for AM2R - last accessed on September 2, 2016
- ↑ Verified by User:Miepee on 2021-12-29
- Instructions based on the FAQ.