Metroid Prime 2 demo bundled with GameCube

  • By Staff, GameSpot
  • Posted Aug 4, 2004 6:24 am PT

Nintendo console package to include original Metroid Prime and bonus disc with playable Metroid Prime 2: Echoes level later this month.

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Nintendo has announced the upcoming release of a new GameCube hardware bundle this August that will revolve around the upcoming sequel to Metroid Prime. Dubbed the Metroid Prime Bonus Bundle, the hardware and software combo, due to hit stores August 15 for $99.99, will include a GameCube system, a copy of the original Metroid Prime, and a bonus disc that will include a playable demo of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, the upcoming sequel to 2003's critically acclaimed update of the popular Metroid franchise. In addition, the bonus disc will include an interactive history of the Metroid franchise called The Metroid Chronicle, two trailers for Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, and a Metroid Prime art gallery. The entire bundle will come packaged in Metroid-styled packaging.

The demo disc marks the first opportunity for consumers to try the upcoming Metroid Prime sequel, which is set to launch November 15. The latest entry in the series will send heroine Samus Aran to explore the dual light and dark sides of the split-dimensional planet Aether. The first-person adventure will feature a number of new gameplay elements, including new power-ups, a new ammo system, and special suit upgrades, as well as the return of Samus' trusty screw attack. The game will also include a multiplayer mode--a first for the series--that will let up to four players battle against each other using all of Samus’ unique powers and abilities.

As with its previous hardware bundle, The Legend of Zelda Collector's Edition bonus disc, Nintendo is offering two methods for existing GameCube owners to procure the Metroid bonus disc. The first method is to subscribe to or renew an existing subscription to Nintendo Power magazine. The second method requires those who are interested to register at Nintendo.com and then register their GameCube hardware and five or more selected games listed on the Web site. Complete details for both options can be found at Nintendo Power's Web site. The Metroid Prime Bonus Bundle offer will only be available while supplies last.

3 Comments

  • AttilaFrost

    Posted Jul 1, 2008 1:37 pm PT

    I just ordered this brand new from Ebay, you would think they'd have collector price for it but I only payed $44.75 + $15.75 shipping! I like the Gamecube more than the Wii, so far it has more games, REAL games and it's not filled with mini games that are charged at full price!

  • Willy105

    Posted Sep 1, 2007 7:42 pm PT

    Great deal.

  • superluis64

    Posted Mar 11, 2007 7:13 am PT

    I'm Too Late i already got just the GC

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