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Contents

  • The History of SR388
    • The Chozo
    • Fast-Forward to the Year 20X5
    • Samus Returns
  • Walkthrough
    • Surface
    • Area 1
    • Area 2
      • Area 2 : part I
      • ARACHNUS
      • Area 2 : part II
    • Area 3
      • Area 3 : part I
      • Area 3 : part II
    • Area 4
      • Area 4 : part I
      • Area 4 : Diggernaut Escape
      • Area4 : part II
    • Area 5
    • Area 6
      • Area 6 : part I
      • Diggernaut
      • Area 6 : part II
    • Area 7
    • Area 8
    • Surface Revisited
      • Surface Revisited
      • Proteus Ridley
  • How to Play
    • Introduction
    • Basics
    • Advanced Techniques
  • The Armory
    • Introduction
    • The Gunship
    • Beams
    • Explosive Devices
    • Power Suit Upgrades
    • Morph Ball Upgrades
    • Aeion Abilities
  • Inhabitants & Eco System of SR388
    • Introduction
    • SR388 Native Life
    • Chozo Security Units
    • Metroids
    • Bosses
    • Hazards
    • Chozo Relics
    • Doors
    • Blocks
  • Extras
    • Introduction
    • amiibo Unlocks
    • The Gallery
    • Completion Times
    • Walkthrough Quick Reference
    • Item Checklist
  • Reading This Walkthrough
    • Introduction

Metroid: Samus Returns Guide › Reading This Walkthrough

Introduction

Metroid: Samus Returns is a game packed with items, challenges, and labyrinthine passages. So it follows naturally that our Walkthrough should center around the maps you see at the start of each area’s coverage. For the clearest path through the game, refer to the red numbered tip location icons on our maps, which correspond to the Walkthrough text. For example, to read up on strategies, route suggestions, and item details for location of the Surface area, look for in the Surface’s Walkthrough.

If you decide to go your own way, use the most recent tip location you completed as an anchor point to resume the Walkthrough.

Item Tanks

If you’re on the hunt for the game’s collectible item tanks, look for boxes like this one, which usually point you in the direction of nearby tanks. If your goal is to push forward through the game without them, feel free to skip these boxes. Consider giving them a glance even if you prefer to explore on your own, though, to get an idea of what’s in the area.

For a complete list of the game’s item tanks, flip ahead to the Extras chapter near the end of this book.

We hope this book expands your enjoyment of the game. Let’s get started!

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