Omega Metroid Podcast

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  Episode 331 – Honoring 40 Years of Metroid 05.08.2026 1u 1min

  We've been honoring loads of anniversaries this year at Omega Metroid, but today we're celebrating the big one! Metroid was released on the Famicom Disk System on August 6th, 1986, making tomorrow the 40th anniversary of both the seminal title and the series as a whole. Today, Andy and Doom reminice about the legacy, longevity, and influence of the Metroid series while pontificating how such a niche series remains active decades later. The duo also focuses in on the original Metroid title to give the game its flowers and how it changed the face of gaming as we know it. All this plus some talk about Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, and a quick roundup of the successful 2026 Zelda Dungeon Marathon!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross  x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 330 – Definitively Ranking Every Boss in AM2R 29.07.2026 1u 6min

  The AM2R celebration continues for one final week, this time with a bit of a role reversal! Doom takes the command chair as the host, while Andy calls in from Chicago on break from the Zelda Dungeon Marathon. This week, the duo is diving back into AM2R one more time to definitively rank every boss in the game. This exceptionally strong collection of fights is ranked in order from the Ancient Guardian at the very beginning of the game, all the way to the Queen Metroid at the finale. Joining the episode is several cameo appearances from various Zelda Dungeon runners, including our very own Gooey Fame from the hit Patreon series, Gooey Plays Metroid! Tune in to the 2026 Zelda Dungeon Marathon going through Saturday and help the crew raise money for the Greater Chicago Food Depository!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross  x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 329 – AM2R Fan Q&A! 22.07.2026 1u 16min

  We are back with another episode celebrating the 10th anniversary of AM2R! This week, we're answering YOUR questions including: where can people find AM2R? How do you download it? Do you need an emulator? What are the pros and cons of AM2R compared to Samus Returns? What can other indie game developers learn from the success of AM2R? Does this remake have the best soundtrack of any Metroid game? What other official Metroid title would benefit from the "AM2R treatment"? All this, PLUS some Castlevania news and Zelda Dungeon Marathon talk! Come celebrate with us!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross  x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 328 – Honoring 10 Years of AM2R (Another Metroid 2 Remake) 15.07.2026 1u 22min

  The gang are back and kicking off a summer of important anniversaries! First up - we honor 10 years of AM2R, the amazing fan-made remake of Metroid 2, developed by Milton Guasti and a handful of other contributors that released August 6, 2016. Andy and Doom share their experiences playing it for the first time, what makes this game so special, the unbelievable level of quality this remake achieves, meeting and discussing AM2R with Milton, and why a project like this could probably never happen again! All this and more, PLUS as a great companion episode, be sure to check out our exclusive Director's Commentary with Milton Guasti. The AM2R love continues next week, as we take fan questions, so ask anything about AM2R and we will answer!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross  x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 327 – Nine Sols: Inspired By Metroid 08.07.2026 1u 27min

  It's been a minute, but Inspired By Metroid is BACK to examine one of the better Metroidvania's in the last few years - the Souls-like "Taopunk" game Nine Sols! From Red Candle Games, Nine Sols tell the story of Yi, a cat-like creature called a Solarian on a quest for revenge while the impending doom of his species rests on his shoulders. Andy is joined by Nine Sols superfan, and Omega Metroid Projects Team Member GameWyrm to talk the deflection-based combat, insane difficulty, incredible areas, heartbreaking plot, unforgettable boss fights, and more! Nine Sols is not for the feint of heart, but is getting the official Omega recommendation, so check it out on any platform!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Bonus Episode – Discussing THAT Metroid Leak 07.07.2026 27min

  Surprise! Our regularly scheduled podcast will continue tomorrow, however we had some relevant happenings within the Metroid news cycle last week that we believed deserved it's own focus. In this special bonus episode of the Omega Metroid Podcast, Andy and Doom talk about the latest rumors and potential leak of the next Metroid title. Everything is discussed from the unusual nature of the information, the credibility, what kind of game it could be and when we could see it officially revealed. As a reminder, these are are still unsubstantiated rumors as of the time of this writing, so please take this information with a grain of salt and hype responsibly! All of this, plus we talk about Sony's disastrous decision to cease physical game production and more Xbox layoffs.   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 326 – Guess That Metroid Character in 10 Questions RETURNS! 01.07.2026 1u 16min

  After a few weeks off, Andy makes his return, and the lads reunite for a fun-filled episode of Guess That Metroid Character! The premise is simple - we have ten yes or no questions to ask that will help us nail down which Metroid character the other host has picked! Come and join the fun and see if you can beat our scores in a light and breezy showdown! Plus - come join Andy as he streams Ocarina of Time Master Quest on July 18th in loving honor of Zora the cat <3   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 325 – Redefinitively Ranking Every Power Suit (Within Reason) 25.06.2026 1u 42min

  Doominal Crossing is back this week for another solo show, this time revisiting a topic from one of the earliest episodes of the podcast: Definitively Ranking Every Power Suit! The initial episode premiered well before Doom joined the podcast, making this the first time he gets a say on the matter. What's more, is since the episode dropped, we've had two additional Metroid titles with new suits that need to be ranked! Join Doom on this journey spanning from NEStroid all the way to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond as every single one of Samus Aran's Power Suits gets ranked from best to worst (and yes, there WILL be spicy takes). Check out the tier list Doom used and show us your own Power Suit rankings at our various social media channels! Plus, Doominal Crossing geeks out over some new audio software he's using.   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 324 – The Worst Metroid Songs from Each Game 17.06.2026 1u 26min

  Doominal Crossing is hosting this week while Andy takes some time off. However, he's not alone! Joining the episode today for his third podcast appearance is special guest, Joey Ferris! Joey for the uninitated is a huge Metroid fan who currently makes content for Commonwealth Realm over on YouTube. On today's episode, the duo go through every Metroid game (and we mean ALL of them) to select their personal pick for the worst song from each title. Some games are certainly easier to pick from than others, so join us today as we struggle to pick the worst song from our favorite soundtracks and spill some spicy tea on our least favorites. This show also serves as a sequel to Episode 176, where we talked about our FAVORITE songs from each game. Be sure to check that one out too for the full experience! All of this, plus we talk about the New York Knicks' historical championship win and Microsoft continuing to step on rakes!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 323 – Reviewing the June 2026 Nintendo Direct (and Other Showcases This Week) 10.06.2026 1u 19min

  Doominal Crossing is back! After 2 weeks of moving into his new house, Doom returns to the Omega Metroid Podcast just in time to react to the latest Nintendo Direct with Andy. The gang catches up and goes over their thoughts on the direct, as well as all of the other showcases that took place over the week in what feels like the second coming of the Electronic Entertainment Expo. What announcements got us excited? Which ones went out with a whimper? Which ones made us go "huh?" Find out in today's episode! All of this plus some Knicks talk. Dive right in!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 322 – A Non-Metroid Fan Reviews Metroid Prime 4 *PATREON UNLOCK* 03.06.2026 1u 16min

  We are unlocking an episode from the Patreon vault as this week, we debut for the first time on the main feed Gooey Plays Metroid! Andy's podcasting partner Gooey Fame (who Omega fans will know from our Alien in Review series) isn't exactly a Metroid fan, although they enjoy them, so we launched a bonus series where Goo plays through every game they haven't played! This week - Metroid Prime 4! We covered this game in one shot, so comer listen to Goo's analysis and see if you agree! If you liked this show, we have hours worth of coverage on Goo's first time playing NEStroid, Metroid II, and coming soon - Super Metroid! All of this is available on the Hunter Tier of our Patreon page! If you're able, consider signing up!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 321 – Did Metroid Prime 4 Give Us Everything We Wanted? 27.05.2026 1u 26min

  Get ready for a huge solo Spiteri podcast! Andy is in the booth by himself this week, as we look back at some of the earliest episodes of the podcast and do a little post mortem on Metroid Prime 4. Back in episodes #2 and #29 from 2020, and again in episode #202 from early 2024, the gang put together a list of things we wanted to see Metroid Prime 4 include or feature. With the game now 6 months old, Andy is looking back at our wishlist and seeing what came true and what didn't. Come check out this special episode and let us know what you agree and disagree with!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 320 – If A Super Metroid Remake is Going to Happen, What Would We Want From It? 20.05.2026 1u 12min

  Remakes, remakes, remakes. You don't really want them, we don't really want them, but hey - where there's smoke, there's fire. The rumors around a Super Metroid remake have been floating around for a while, and while we would all prefer a Metroid 6 next, we talk about what we would want from this remake if it should happen. We discuss this hypothetical remake should use the Dread engine, if 2D-HD would be a good look for the game, what Zero Mission areas and content could be added, even what type of remake this could end up being. All this and more is discussed, so let us know what you think about this hypothetical remake and what you'd want to see!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 319 – Nintendo News Roundup: Is It Time to Officially Call Metroid Prime 4 a Flop? 13.05.2026 1u 29min

  We are back this week to discuss a whole lotta Nintendo news, and to warn everyone: most of it ain’t great. We talk of Metroid Prime 4’s sales performance and how, given that neither the Switch 1 or Switch 2 Editions have cracked a million units sold individually, it may be high time to officially call Beyond a flop… if you hadn’t been calling it that already. Also on the docket: Switch 2 price increases, MercurySteam layoffs, Pick Your Bundle Switch 2 news, Takashi Tezuka’s retirement, and our thoughts on the Star Fox announcement.  There’s a whole lot going on, so come and share your thoughts with us as we try and make sense of the news!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 318 – Pitching the Next Super Smash Bros. Title - PART ONE 06.05.2026 1u 51min

  Andy is back! To mark his return, we come back to you with our original topic that we planned for last week, and it's a big one: Our pitches for Super Smash Bros. 6! In this first part, the gang goes over their general philosphies on what they want from the next title versus what they think will actually happen. This is followed up shortly with a discussion on what is arguably the most exciting part of any new Smash bros. entry, the characters! Specifically, who gets to join the party and who's getting sent home! All of this, plus a brief discussion on last week's save station rankings!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 317 – Definitively Ranking Every Single Save Station 29.04.2026 40min

  Andy had to step out today to take care of some personal business, so Doominal Crossing is taking the wheel for a short solo episode! Today, we're ranking ALL of the save stations that appear throughout the Metroid series, from Super Metroid all the way to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Doom goes over all the nitty gritty details from the animations themselves, the sound design and even Samus's body language during the saving process! Let us know what YOUR favorite save stations are in the comments! All of this, plus a brief talk about the recent Metroid movie rumors!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 316 – Brinstar (Super Metroid): Mapping Metroid 22.04.2026 1u 24min

  After a long layoff, Mapping Metroid returns! This time around, we are analyzing one of Andy's favorite areas in the series: Super Metroid's Brinstar! We talk about the structure of the area and how it's cleverly segmented (Green, Red, Dark, and Kraid); how amazing the musical tracks are and why the Green Brinstar theme is underrated; our favorite rooms, including the n00b bridge, Mockball room, big pink room, and more; the lore of the Etecoons, Dachoras, mini-Kraid, and fallen soldier; that awesome Kraid fight and the Spore Spawn encounter; and so much more! Come and hang out with us as we dive deep into one of the great area's in the Metroid franchise.   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 315 - Samus's Percentages: How Likely is a Metroid 6 Reveal in 2026 + More! 15.04.2026 1u 36min

  After another long layoff, everyone’s favorite gameshow SAMUS’S PERCENTAGES returns! The premise is simple: we make a statement and give a percentage on how likely to be true that statement is, 100% being a certainty, 0% being an impossibility. This week, we're looking forward tackling Samus's Percentages like: is Metroid 6 revealed in 2026 or not? Does Metroid Prime 5 continue the Sylux storyline? Will Metroid Dread get a Switch 2 enhanced edition? Does Metroid Prime break 3 million in total sales? Is the Mario Galaxy Movie going to end up the highest grossing movie of the year? All this and a TON of more great questions posed, so get in this week and hang out, and be sure to give us your own Samus's Percentages!    Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 314 - ROM Hack Reviews: Super Duper Metroid! (PATREON UNLOCK) 08.04.2026 56min

  We're back with another Patreon unlock! This month on the docket: Super Duper Metroid, an incredible ROM Hack from Metaquarius and Daltone that reimagines Super Metroid with an emphasis on exploration and skill. Andy played the hack and has a ton of thoughts on the bosses, different map layout, improvements in items and displays, progression, and so much more! If you’ve never heard of Super Duper Metroid, check out the trailer here! To gain access to ROM Hack Reviews and the video playthrough of Super Duper Metroid, as well as the Spiteri Show and special Discord roles, sign up for the Omega Tier on Omega Metroid’s Patreon page!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!
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  Episode 313 – What Would A Modern Metroid Prime Hunters Concept Game Look Like? 01.04.2026 1u 19min

  Andy makes his triumphant return this week to bring to a close a celebration of 20 years of Metroid Prime Hunters. The gang are discussing what a modernized redo of the Hunters concept would look like, from having set levels with objectives versus a traditional Metroid Prime-style singleplayer campaign, to removing elements that felt awkwardly forced into a FPS such as scanning, to rotating each level between a different Hunter, to introducing counter-operative multiplayer! We are cooking with what we'd want to see, so let us know what you think! All this, PLUS some talk about Fox McCloud and the Super Mario Bros. Galaxy Movie and thoughts on Nintendo's new digital software pricing. Come hang out!   Visit OmegaMetroid.com! Subscribe! Podbean x iTunes x Spotify x YouTube Support us on Patreon! Omega Metroid Patreon Download the Omega Metroid Theme Song! Get the Single for Free on Bandcamp! Follow us! @OmegaMetroid x @Spiteri316 x @DoominalCross x @DakCity_ x Omega Metroid Team Member Starter Pack Chat with us in Discord! Omega Metroid Discord Advertise on the Omega Metroid Podcast!