As with many great games, it’s the attention to detail, and the little things, that put this game over the top. What were textures in Metroid Prime are now true-to-life surfaces, like pipes or cracks in the wall, and the game looks fantastic as a result. Additionally, they’ve set up the upgrade system so that each element belongs to a separate weapon, like Ice Missiles and Plasma Beam; as a result, you never have to cycle through weaponry to get what you want. And at the end, the game takes a screenshot of your completion screen, with your percentage and clear time, which you can then send to friends. All of the above are nice touches that really make you appreciate the job Retro Studios has done.

To conclude, Corruption is an excellent game, and a fantastic way to end the Metroid Prime series. The classic Metroid feel is intact in its labyrinthian world and puzzles, and the new Wii controls are pulled off flawlessly. If you’re a more casual gamer, the kind who bought the Wii for games like Wii Sports, then this game probably isn’t for you; otherwise, I can’t recommend it enough. Metroid Prime 3: Corruption gets a highly enthusiastic Yay! Buy it immediately; you won’t regret it.