Metroid Dread
Metroid Dread

Map Navigation & Icons — Metroid Dread Guide

Master Metroid Dread's map: understand icons for explored areas, doors, stations, and hidden upgrades.

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The map is your most valuable tool for navigating ZDR. Press the Minus button to open it. Here's what to look for:

Map Navigation & Icons - Metroid Dread screenshot
Map Navigation & Icons
  • Blue Squares: Explored areas.
  • Gray Squares: Unexplored areas.
  • Red Doors: Missile Doors.
  • Yellow Doors: Power Bomb Doors (when acquired).
  • Green Doors: Standard doors.
  • Purple Areas: E.M.M.I. Zones.
  • White Dots: Save Stations.
  • Orange Dots: Network Stations (also save points).
  • Green Dots: Energy Recharge Stations.
  • Blue Dots: Missile Recharge Stations.
  • Yellow Dots: Teleportals.
  • Pink Dots: Statues (often lead to upgrades).
  • Question Marks: Unidentified items or abilities.

Use the map to plan your routes and identify potential upgrade locations.