Games like Metroid on Switch

4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Metroid (1986) run on Switch. The cheapest is Axiom Verge 2 at € 16,79. 2 are made by independent developers.

Switch is the most convenient way to play console classics, thanks to the Nintendo Switch Online libraries covering NES, SNES, Game Boy, N64, Mega Drive and Game Boy Advance, plus a very healthy market for remasters and retro-styled indie games in the eShop.

Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.

Axiom Verge 2 Indie

€ 16,79

The sequel to the great Metroid tribute, with a stranger world and new traversal tools.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Verified

Axiom Verge 2 runs on PC, Linux, PlayStation, Switch. Not available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, Xbox. It is Steam Deck Verified.

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Islets Indie

€ 19,50

A charming exploration platformer where you literally reassemble the world as you unlock it.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Unsupported

Islets runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Unsupported.

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Metroid: Samus Returns

€ 39,99

A full remake of Metroid II that modernizes the early 2D formula.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck

Metroid: Samus Returns runs on Switch. Not available on PC, Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Steam Deck.

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Nintendo Switch Online

€ 19,99 + in-app purchases

The NES original is included in the subscription's classic games app.

Nintendo Switch Online is also an alternative to 7 other classics

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck

Nintendo Switch Online runs on Switch. Not available on PC, Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Steam Deck.

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Not on Switch

These alternatives to Metroid are listed on the main page, but do not run on Switch:

All 5 games like Metroid