Metroid Prime Remastered
Metroid Prime Remastered

New Game+ Considerations

Carry over progress and aim for Hard Mode or a perfect logbook in Metroid Prime Remastered's New Game+ mode. Adapt Samus Aran's abilities and equipment for ano.

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New Game+ Considerations

Embarking on a New Game+ (NG+) adventure in Metroid Prime Remastered offers a fresh perspective on Tallon IV, allowing you to carry over certain progress and tackle the challenges with a distinct advantage. While not a traditional NG+ in the sense of retaining all upgrades, the game does offer a "Hard Mode" unlock and the opportunity to perfect your logbook and speedrun attempts. This section will guide you through optimizing your NG+ experience.

Unlocking Hard Mode

The primary incentive for completing your first playthrough is the unlock of Hard Mode. To access this, simply complete the game on any difficulty. Once unlocked, you can select Hard Mode from the difficulty options when starting a new game. Be warned: enemies hit harder, take more damage, and resources are scarcer. This is the true test of a seasoned bounty hunter!

Logbook Completion Strategies

One of the most rewarding aspects of NG+ is the opportunity to achieve 100% Logbook completion. Many scans are missable on a first playthrough, especially boss scans or environmental details that disappear after certain events. Here's how to approach it:

  • Prioritize Scans: Make scanning every new enemy, environmental object, and Chozo Lore entry your absolute priority. If you encounter a new enemy, scan it immediately before engaging in combat.
  • Boss Scans: Certain bosses have multiple scan entries (e.g., their initial form and then their core). Ensure you get all of them. For example, the Flaahgra in the Overgrown Cavern has a scan for its main body and then its vulnerable tentacles. Similarly, the Thardus in the Quarantine Cave requires scanning both its rock form and its exposed core.
  • Environmental Scans: Keep an eye out for unique environmental objects that might only appear once or are easily overlooked. Examples include the various Chozo Lore entries scattered across Tallon IV, which often provide valuable backstory and are crucial for 100% completion.
  • Missable Scans Checklist: Consider using an external checklist for missable scans. Key examples include:
    • Parasite Queen: Scan her during the tutorial mission on the Space Pirate Frigate Orpheon. If you miss this, you'll need to start a new game.
    • Incinerator Drone: Found in the Incinerator Room of the Phendrana Drifts Research Lab. It's a one-time encounter.
    • Elite Pirate: Encountered in the Elite Research area of the Phazon Mines. These are limited in number.
    • Omega Pirate: The final boss of the Phazon Mines. Ensure you scan it during the fight.

Speedrunning and Sequence Breaking

For the truly dedicated, NG+ (or rather, subsequent playthroughs) provides the perfect environment for speedrunning and exploring sequence breaks. While the game doesn't inherently give you all upgrades from the start, your knowledge of the map, enemy patterns, and item locations will be invaluable.

Key Sequence Breaks to Consider:

  • Early Space Jump Boots: While not a true "break" in the traditional sense, mastering the platforming in the Ruined Shrine of the Chozo Ruins can allow you to acquire the Space Jump Boots earlier than strictly necessary, opening up new movement options.
  • Early Gravity Suit: Advanced You can often reach the Gravity Suit in the Underwater Cavern of the Tallon Overworld (accessed via Frigate Crash Site) before obtaining the Grapple Beam, by using precise bomb jumps and morph ball maneuvers. This significantly eases traversal in submerged areas.
  • Skipping Boost Ball: With expert bomb jumping, it's possible to bypass the need for the Boost Ball in certain areas, particularly in the Phendrana Drifts, allowing for a slightly faster route.

Remember, mastering these techniques requires practice and a deep understanding of Samus's movement capabilities. Consult speedrunning communities for the most up-to-date and efficient routes.

Collecting All Items (100% Item Completion)

Even if you achieved 100% item completion on your first run, NG+ is an excellent opportunity to refine your route and ensure you don't miss any hidden expansions. Focus on:

  • Missile Expansions: There are 50 Missile Expansions scattered across Tallon IV, each adding 5 missiles to your capacity. Many are hidden behind destructible blocks or require specific beam types to access.
  • Energy Tanks: With 14 Energy Tanks available, each adding 100 units to your health, finding them all is crucial for Hard Mode survival. Pay close attention to areas like the Main Plaza in Chozo Ruins (requiring the Boost Ball) or the hidden tank in the Storage Cave of the Phazon Mines.
  • Power Bomb Expansions: There are 4 Power Bomb Expansions, each granting 2 Power Bombs. These are often in well-hidden locations, such as the one in the Dynamo of the Tallon Overworld, accessible after acquiring the Power Bombs themselves.

use your map frequently and mark any rooms with uncollected items. The in-game map will highlight rooms with remaining items, making the hunt much easier.