History AwesomeMusic / Metroid

* The ''Zero Mission'' of [[https://youtu.be/-oY6TvKdlWQ Norfair]] makes great use of deep choirs and high strings to make the volcanic caverns seem equally beautiful and dangerous. It even has some hints of the ''Super Metroid'' Norfair tracks.

* The [[https://youtu.be/V2k01qmi99k escape theme]] is fittingly dire as you race away from Tourian before it detonates, while also containing a bit of a heroic flourish as the end of the game approaches. The [[https://youtu.be/_tJcWQ9xqwY theme]] from ''Zero Mission'' is a darker and more intense take on the original tune.

* If you never get spotted in the Space Pirate Mothership, you got [[https://youtu.be/1BTuVvkR7Ec this]] jazzy remix of the ''Super Metroid'' wrecked ship theme.

* The original [[https://youtu.be/O-dF8PSinew Queen Metroid]] boss theme overcomes the Gameboy hardware limitations and successfully evokes the terror of fighting a giant monster. In the remake, the [[https://youtu.be/No71IH_Up2k Queen Metroid]] boss theme is even more terrifying than the original, even incorporating a DarkReprise of said original theme around a minute in, while also carrying quite a bit of inspiration from [[VideoGame/SuperMetroid Mother Brain's]] theme, having a similar beat and instruments.

* After a certain point in the game, the usual Tallon IV overworld theme gets replaced by [[https://youtu.be/V6Ky2BMVWfs Tallon Overworld 2]]. When you first land on Tallon, you've lost all your powerups, you're stranded and helpless; this second theme comes in after your armory is starting to get decked out and you're on a roll. You're becoming a badass again, and by God does the music make you feel it.

* The [[https://youtu.be/ZUw16UbVQsI First Hunt demo]] has some surprisingly good remixes, such as the original Brinstar theme ("Regulator"), Ridley's theme ("Survivor"), Metroid Prime's title theme ("Title Screen", which can also be found as an [[https://youtu.be/LyFCFPHXQ3c unused theme]] in the full version of Hunters) or the Item Acqisition jingle ("Mission Completed").

* [[https://youtu.be/vTbagKhTaNk Quadraxis]] joins in on the slow-paced, deliberate Dark Aether boss themes. Its theme has odd Luminoth chanting in the background amongst the deep choirs, and some sort of shaking or rotating percussion permeates the entire tune. It works well for a battle wherein Samus methodically dismantles a giant mech.

* [[https://youtu.be/zLcyg4Tq5uY Brinstar - Overgrown With Vegetation Area]] (aka [[FanNickname Green Brinstar]]) is very catchy and upbeat, capturing the feeling of delving into an exotic alien jungle and uncovering its mysteries.
* [[https://youtu.be/Ai2dhNW0-sc Brinstar - Red Soil Swampy Area]] (aka [[FanNickname Red Brinstar]]) is dark and atmospheric, making the most out of its droning beats, ominous choir chants, and haunting melody. It conveys a sense of bleakness, melancholy and loneliness beautifully.

* While it's not a very recognizable tune, falling a bit into the trap of atmospheric noise like the rest of the ''Other M'' soundtrack, the [[https://youtu.be/ZFuWLWtcDqc Sector 1 theme]] sounds like something out of ''Franchise/MetalGear'' and is definitely the best of the five sector themes.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbI_zB-VWDg Ridley's Lair]] is even creepier than Kraid's. It lacks the clear melody of Kraid's theme too, making it into a brutal and threatening track; you should ''not'' be down here. The ''Zero Mission'' [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YeBxTwBBoRo version]] is especially creepy, as the strings ebb and flow in and out of your ears.

* Ridley gets his usual [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZJtMAeBQTg boss theme]], which is treated surprisingly well by the GBA's sound chip. It's a bit more suspenseful than the usual Ridley remix.

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=453temu5BIg title theme]] in ''Return of Samus'' is much different from the first ''Metroid'''s, going for a darker and more atmospheric opening - fitting for a game all about the extermination and utter genocide of a dangerous, misused species. It almost feels like you're floating in space yourself.
* [[https://youtu.be/fCIH943auRA Surface of SR388]] is an upbeat and adventurous theme that hooks the player in, just like the old Brinstar theme. It is especially memorable due to being one of the few songs in the game that has an actual melody instead of being mostly ambience. The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfWL06NTTuE remix]] from ''Samus Returns'' starts with ambience similar to the Chozo Ruins from ''Prime'' before building up to the upbeatness of the original track.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhFqDQAAsfQ Omega Metroid Territory]] from the original game manages to stand out as a tense, sinister track, fit for exploring the [[NothingIsScarier eerily empty]] nest of the Omega Metroids.
* The original [[https://youtu.be/O-dF8PSinew Queen Metroid]] boss theme overcomes the Gameboy hardware limitations and successfully evokes the terror of fighting a giant monster. In the remake, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=No71IH_Up2k Queen Metroid]] boss theme is even more terrifying than the original, even incorporating a DarkReprise of said original theme around a minute in, while also carrying quite a bit of inspiration from [[VideoGame/SuperMetroid Mother Brain's]] theme, having a similar beat and instruments.
* The [[https://youtu.be/IHxWt6X0RBQ staff credits]] music from ''Return of Samus'' is easily the most upbeat and celebratory piece in a soundtrack that otherwise largely consists of dark ambience. Then ''Samus Returns'' came along and [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZqB85aImxU made it even better]], turning it into a medley of classic ''Metroid'' tunes that makes it feel like the series has finally received its well-deserved recognition in 2017.
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8sTxLnEAyg title theme]] from ''Samus Returns'' starts with a powerful and ominous version of the franchise's main theme, before segueing into a beautiful remix of the ''Return of Samus'' title theme. And then, when the original shrill chords from ''Return of Samus'' start playing [[{{Retraux}} in their full 8-bit glory]]... it becomes positively chilling.
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N71qC_VYmPk file selection screen]] uses a remix of the ''Corruption'' Gunship theme, which in turn is a remix of Samus's theme. It gets the listener pumped for embarking on their mission to [=SR388=].
* The classic ''Super Metroid'' theme was even [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aoMEu5_XVQ0 brought back]] in ''[[VideoGame/MetroidSamusReturns Samus Returns]]'', where it's the first game to officially refer to it as Samus' {{leitmotif}}.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tzadS9YEyo Metroid Caverns 2]] from ''Samus Returns'' is dark, spooky, and atmospheric... but what truly makes it impressive is that it remixes [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9IbS0PiLXc a series of annoying high-pitched beeps]] from ''Return of Samus'' (often cited as an example of the game's unmemorable soundtrack) and turns it into something far more fitting for a ''Metroid'' game. One might imagine that this is how the song was originally intended to sound back in 1992, when the Gameboy hardware just couldn't produce atmospheric music.
* While Arachnus' usual theme from ''Fusion'' was given to Diggernaut, he didn't go without a [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1R7V8EX-Es replacement]] song. While lacking the intensity of the original, it goes for a more funky and lively approach that'll have you bobbing in your seat. Makes sense for one of the game's first unique bosses.
* The theme for the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULJCAtxEZgc Area 7/Chozo Laboratory]] (also used in the E3 2017 trailer) is perhaps Daisuke Matsuoka's best work yet, being an exciting track that blends together elements of other staple songs from the ''Metroid'' series, including Samus' theme.
* Nothing quite like stepping into a red-glowing door for the first time, only to be met with the blaring horns of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zy6hbtm3hrI this game's remix]] of the Lower Norfair and Magmoor Caverns theme. It's as though Kenji Yamamoto wondered, "How can I take my old composition and make it even more aggressive and powerful?"
* While perhaps less scary than the Omega Metroid theme, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFAPJ1nwX-M Zeta Metroid]] battle theme is incredibly catchy and intense, with a fast beat that really gets the adrenaline pumping.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0v-IcTUddoc Diggernaut's theme]] takes the familiar rhythm from the Arachnus-X and Berserker Lord boss themes and then just keeps cranking up the intensity, making for an absolutely relentless boss battle theme.
* Few ''Metroid'' boss themes convey sheer primal terror quite as effectively as the remake's [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uD6XoiRkjM Omega Metroid]] battle theme.
* The final boss theme from ''Samus Returns'' - [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5MLtF5h740 all]] [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB9tFDMAHQU three]] [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAsbaGNFBnE phases]]. They're all basically the theme of Ridley, with each phase having a progressively more intense variation of it. And of course it's going to be awesome anyway - ''it's Ridley!''

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11fNNN95_og second boss theme]], which has been attributed to Kraid in recent years but also served here as Phantoon and Crocomire's themes. While the first boss theme sounds more cunning and exciting, this one trades the menace out for a massive, imposing tone, nicely contrasting the two.
* While it lacks the intensity of the other two boss themes, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUGBW3Qc4K4 mini-boss theme]] used for Spore Spawn and Botwoon is downright hypnotic. It somehow synchronizes perfectly with the Spore Spawn's disturbing undulation.

* In keeping with ''Fusion'''s SurvivalHorror vibe, the background music in this game is very tense and ominous compared to some of the other games' more upbeat romps. It makes great use of low, droning strings in the back to generate tons of dread. Honestly every sector's theme is quite competent, so let's hear it for [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2hgVSJ7VBs Sector 1 (SRX)]], [[https://youtu.be/HPsPVhWnpfg Sector 2 (TRO)]], [[https://youtu.be/14CP34VmwQw Sector 3 (PYR)]], [[https://youtu.be/29njjEQhohc Sector 4 (AQA)]], and [[https://youtu.be/yowIikQZesk Sector 6 (NOC)]].
* Unlike the other sector themes, which go for a more sinister and mysterious sound, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdg7EWgzoPw Sector 5 (ARC)]] goes for a haunting and enchanting jingle. It's like you're trapped in a cave of ice with the sound reflecting off the crystals.
* Players have a real tendency to get lost in the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGv2Ua74Ils Underwater Depths]] area. At least the beautiful music takes the sting out a little... seems to be a recurring pattern in water levels.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_DiwhVbTmE Facing a Huge Reaction]] most often plays on the station's deck between sector visits, and offers a reprieve from the tension with a more upbeat, heroic theme that reflects Samus's determination.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnFbUfDXR4o Environmental Tension]] is one of most intriguing and mysterious tunes in ''Metroid'' history and gets the player itching to explore the BSL Station.

* [[https://youtu.be/D40RHPimrKk The SA-X Approaches]], which sadly lacks the horrifying 'tap tap' of the footsteps for full effect (alternate version with footsteps [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dus4sOhF5gA here]]). And you ''pray'' it doesn't turn into [[https://youtu.be/_ckKjgfq2Es Escape From The SA-X...]]

* Nightmare's [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODV8nfQlDhk theme]] is fittingly creepy, but it isn't really meant to get the player pumped - it's more like an intimidating pattern to disorient the player into feeling like Nightmare has the upper hand.

* If Neo-Ridley's theme wasn't good enough, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsYyzqc_5vg escape theme]] gives us a more faithful and fast-paced remix of Ridley's theme.

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvUBwU-1pWg lockdown battle theme]] is an exciting and cinematic song that plays when Samus gets locked in a room with some new enemies to take on. It feels like the situation is difficult, but not impossible to overcome.
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypdvQQg3tyg Biological Experiment Floor]] is one of the few truly recognizable background themes in the game. It sounds like something straight out of the ''Metroid Prime'' series and really does hold its own as an atmospheric track, managing to come close to finding that perfect blend of atmospheric ambiance and minimalist yet catchy melodies that the rest of the series is well-known for. Shame it only plays in one room.
* The theme for the encounter with the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZG-wiA1670k Mystery Creature]] seems like a generic exciting battle theme at first. However, if you listen closely you can actually hear the theme of a certain giant purple space dragon cleverly hidden within. Try focusing on the percussion first and you'll figure it out. The song also plays during select battles with Cyber Zebesians and Mighty Griptians.

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gg1rLTV88w Rhedogian's theme]] is suitably exciting and has one of the clearest tunes out of all the ''Other M'' battle themes. The guy will [[RecurringBoss show up a lot]] during your playthrough too, so be ready to hear this banger on multiple occasions.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTtNrVnHdFw Approaching Sector Zero]] really captures the tense feeling of slowly building up to a big climax with its strings.
* While it's sadly quite brief, the fanfare in [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bxv4odiTNQg Final Mission Resolve]] will quickly get the player pumped to carry out the rest of the mission and honor Adam's sacrifice in Sector Zero.

* The classic ''Metroid Prime'' [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15_PGFMJ4E4 title theme]] is truly extraordinary. It gets even better when you make it to the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0_-BkhG9Sw main menu theme]], which sits comfortably as one of the most recognizable songs in the entire ''Metroid'' series. And apparently it's in the Dorian scale, too, which makes it all the more awesome.

* The theme of the first level, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDReqFj4yeM Frigate Orpheon]] is haunting and mysterious. It really sets the mood for scanning corpses and destruction as you try to figure out just ''what happened'' aboard the Space Pirate craft.

* The theme for [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYoVJF9DWUY Flaahgra]] is incredibly creepy and deliberate, fitting for a puzzle-like boss fight with a mutated plant creature. The fight was actually glitched in the first NTSC release of ''Prime'', causing it to repeat the first thirty seconds or so throughout the whole battle. It wasn't until the PAL version, the Player's Choice versions, and the ''Metroid Prime: Trilogy'' came out that the full version was available in America.
* ''Prime'' took the already cool Lower Norfair from ''Super'' and remixed it for [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QwjHWnG--Q Magmoor Caverns]]. It manages to perfectly balance cool adventure vibes and dark mystery. This remix is so good it got yet another redux in ''Samus Returns''.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awGGOn3tlzs Thardus' boss theme]] isn't something you'd listen to in your free time in any means, but hot ''dang'' is it creepy. Why did they give such a disturbing and intense song to a giant pile of rocks?
* Strangely enough, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdHATq7UpU8 Underwater Frigate ambience]] that plays in the tunnels before you actually get underwater is quite good. It's a haunting tune that echoes like you're really inside of an abandoned structure, and almost sounds like it's coming in over a radio.

* [[https://youtu.be/ULqTvwfEtSo Phazon Mines]]. It's hauntingly great and will make you paranoid when you're in this place. Then comes the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SJL-NosgXs Phazon ambience]] theme, which is absolutely iconic and would go on to influence songs all throughout the rest of the series with its ghostlike synths and creepy crackling noises.
* The Omega Pirate's encounter is great. First there's its [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqXNu0XI5zQ unique ambience theme]], which plays as you enter the massive chamber and see it waiting for you inside a capsule. Definitely one of the creepiest ''Metroid'' songs ever, skillfully incorporating the usual Phazon ambience. Then the fight starts, and his [[https://youtu.be/Trodb0jlJNQ battle theme]] is sure to make you shudder and run for cover. Get ready for waves of Beam Troopers!

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daHp2NtVw_k title theme]] for ''Echoes'' again takes a different direction from the rest of the series, going for a subdued yet badass electric guitar to get the player ready for one of Samus' most difficult adventures yet.
* While not quite as legendary as the first ''Prime'''s, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wc6Fugd7TQw main menu theme]] for ''Echoes'' is nothing to sneeze at, being fittingly dark and cool compared to its more epic predecessor. Its choir melody was awesome enough to become the basis for the ''Metroid Prime Trilogy'' title theme. It gets an arguably better remix in the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8CSuQwEzXs multiplayer mode]].
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glJmvAqQOCM Dark Trooper theme]] is very ''Prime'', with alien-sounding synths and bass. It'll also scare your little brother, so make sure he's out of the room before waking these guys up.
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecERMOrdghU Temple Grounds theme]] is one of the catchiest and funkiest main area themes in all of ''Metroid''. Just listen to that percussion! Those maracas! It's perfect, getting you excited to start your journey while maintaining reverence for the temple of the Luminoth.
* While not the most musically stimulating, the themes for locations in Dark Aether are all very effective, thrusting you into the abyss of shadows. The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYeQ9E8aNvY Ing Hive]] has arguably the best one, perfectly combining the frightening, droning ambience of Dark Aether with the whistle-like synth of the Sanctuary Fortress.
* The theme of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsYSyLpJjXQ minor boss battles]] is quite frightening. Just picture the Grapple Guardian slowly stalking in circles around you to the rhythm.. ''*shudder*''
* ''Echoes'' took the first game's Space Pirate theme and [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IsqpeYYMSI upped the ante]], making it more sinister than ever.
* [[https://youtu.be/7BtFAZdRwv4 Dark Samus]] has one of the more energetic boss themes in the game and makes quite a splash. Makes sense, considering your battle with her is much more active and chaotic and less like a puzzle. Just listen to that guitar solo! [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3B5gE0m0yE Then there's the theme that lets you know she's nearby.]]
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nR8dovAvGI Amorbis theme]] seems to be based off the Parasite Queen's theme, which makes sense considering their shared status as first bosses.
* The ambience of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZGvBEDo5vk Torvus Bog]] makes for a combination of beautiful and foreboding. This area was once a lush forest, but has been reduced to a dangerous swamp. And if the Red Brinstar theme from ''Super'' started out good, then ''Echoes'' absolutely perfected it with its remix used for the [[https://youtu.be/y7_6fLLQ1_I Torvus Hydrodynamo Station]].

* Thankfully, the coolest area in the game, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNNT9iBtXa0 Sanctuary Fortress]], also has one of the best themes. The place is still alive and full of the technological wonders of the Luminoth - only they're not the Luminoth's anymore.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTbagKhTaNk Quadraxis]] joins in on the slow-paced, deliberate Dark Aether boss themes. Its theme has odd Luminoth chanting in the background amongst the deep choirs, and some sort of shaking or rotating percussion permeates the entire tune. It works well for a battle wherein Samus methodically dismantles a giant mech.
* The first [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOTuBjh4dMY Emperor Ing theme]] is quite dramatic and frightening. It gets kicked into high gear during the fight with the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ch84h8SF2fE Mutated Emperor Ing]], which goes for a more traditional epic finale. Both songs fitting for the almighty leader of the Ing.
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A1_ce2PxhA escape theme]] is just as frantic as its ''Zero Mission'' counterpart, with the added weight necessary to make it the final battle theme against Dark Samus in this game.

* Interestingly, this game's version of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqTR77eyP4o Meta Ridley]] sounds much more like his original ''Super'' theme with new instruments and less like the mix from ''Prime''.

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-m95VWbGlM mini-boss theme]] is surprisingly catchy, and has a jazzy bit-crushed electric guitar to carry it along. It somehow got into ''Smash Bros.'' too, so it must be doing something right.
* The hunters all share the same basic theme for their encounters with Samus, each with a slight difference. [[https://youtu.be/IrbFTNHNlMc Kanden]] adds alien synths, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CykUpCkGEls Spire]] adds a beefy bassline, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyCTfcZWQa0 Sylux]] adds intense PsychoStrings, [[https://youtu.be/-RgD2E9Yxcs Noxus]] adds a noble choir, [[https://youtu.be/2SotHEITmUI Trace]] adds creeping stabs (which get louder the closer you are to him, countering his cloaking), and [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVKO2_rlBjU Weavel]] adds a subtle electric guitar. From looking at the fandom, it seems to be widely agreed that Sylux's version is the best out of the six, [[EnsembleDarkHorse unsurprisingly]].

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9vnc6kzhWY Gunship theme]] is very subdued, and has a deep, militant vibe. It's also a subtle remix of the ''Super Metroid'' theme.

* The main theme of the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwZhUb9N38Y Bryyo]] is quite impressive, using a deep choir and elegant harp strings to paint the bitter image of a civilization torn apart by its own inhabitants.
* The [[https://youtu.be/dI2P5Pj8GUQ mini-boss theme]] is short and a bit repetitive, but is certainly intense and will quickly get your blood pumping. The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIk8KH9sy4U Defense Drone]] version adds some metallic percussion that sounds oddly reminiscent of old ''WesternAnimation/TomAndJerry'' sound effects, which could fall under {{Narm}} or NarmCharm depending on your preference.

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GWZzlLJCpc Steamlord theme]] seems almost out of place in Elysia, being a funky and mischievous romp.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEA1UrSBZ0M Bryyo Ice]], one of the most mysterious locations in the game, has a suitably mysterious theme, sounding quite similar to Phendrana Drifts from the first ''Prime''.
* The music in the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJVXIf-UAyg Metroid Xenoresearch Labs]] on Elysia is certain to make your skin crawl, and walking past all those Metroids in conveniently transparent containers doesn't help.

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGpkM6HVHhE credits]] and [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMG44O4cdHo record]] themes are both elegant and stylish.

* Metroid Blast provides us with a thrilling remix of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJCYVAw_Qkc&t=15s Lower Norfair/Magmoor Caverns]], switching out the oppressive pounding percussion for a militaristic drumbeat but also adding more orchestration.

* The remix of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJPwkSgcfp4 Brinstar]] from ''Smash 64'' gives us a glimpse at the soundtrack for a Nintendo 64 ''Metroid'' game we never got.

* The [[https://youtu.be/zA0KbbaRZZY drone]] that plays in save rooms and rooms containing some important item, as well as a few other places. What makes it particularly awesome is that it's also a subtle remix of the Item Room theme from ''VideoGame/{{Metroid}}''!

* [[https://youtu.be/7BtFAZdRwv4 Dark Samus]] has one of the more energetic boss themes in the game and makes quite a splash. Makes sense, considering your battle with her is much more active and chaotic and less like a puzzle. Just listen to that guitar solo! [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3B5gE0m0yE&ab_channel=Remext_ Then there's the theme that lets you know she's nearby.]]

* [[https://youtu.be/7BtFAZdRwv4 Dark Samus]] has one of the more energetic boss themes in the game and makes quite a splash. Makes sense, considering your battle with her is much more active and chaotic and less like a puzzle. Just listen to that guitar solo!

!!Official remixes

* Of course, there's the [[https://youtu.be/LhAQfpbsymU full orchestrated version]] of the ''Super Metroid'' theme, which takes the already-awesome melody and develops it further.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kxNFFcS1_k Quadraxis]] joins in on the slow-paced, deliberate Dark Aether boss themes. Its theme has odd Luminoth chanting in the background amongst the deep choirs, and some sort of shaking or rotating percussion permeates the entire tune. It works well for a battle wherein Samus methodically dismantles a giant mech.

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* The final boss theme from ''Samus Returns'' - [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5MLtF5h740 all]] [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB9tFDMAHQU three]] [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAsbaGNFBnE phases]]. They're all basically the theme of [[spoiler:Ridley]], with each phase having a progressively more intense variation of it. And of course it's going to be awesome anyway - ''it's [[spoiler:Ridley]]!''

* The heroic and climactic "[[https://youtu.be/aRYO-qnX24o Last Instructions]]", which gets its first debut with "[[spoiler:[[SomethingOnlyTheyWouldSay Any objections, Lady?]]]]"

* [[https://youtu.be/V14NGAqPeGI Artaria I]] is one of the most mysterious tracks in the entire ''Metroid'' series, likely why it was used in the game's first trailer. Once Samus begins figuring things out and getting stronger, [[https://youtu.be/Cg1mp2e6xfQ Artaria II]] comes in with a more upbeat version. As Samus finishes up the area, it gets a complete overhaul in [[https://youtu.be/PtI6Rm6iAN0 Artaria III]] that sounds reminiscent of older songs such as Sector 1 from ''Fusion'' and Tourian from ''Zero Mission''. [[spoiler:The fact that it is suspiciously similar to Sector 1 of Fusion can be interpreted as Foreshadowing of what kind of horror is contained inside in Elun.]]

* [[https://youtu.be/V14NGAqPeGI Artaria I]] is one of the most mysterious tracks in the entire ''Metroid'' series, likely why it was used in the game's first trailer. Once Samus begins figuring things out and getting stronger, [[https://youtu.be/Cg1mp2e6xfQ Artaria II]] comes in with a more upbeat version. As Samus finishes up the area, it gets a complete overhaul in [[https://youtu.be/PtI6Rm6iAN0 Artaria III]] that sounds reminiscent of older songs such as Sector 1 from ''Fusion'' and Tourian from ''Zero Mission''. [[spoiler:The fact that it is suspiciously similar to Sector 1 of Fusion can be interpreted as Foreshadowing of what kind of horroris contained inside in Elun.]]

* [[https://youtu.be/V14NGAqPeGI Artaria I]] is one of the most mysterious tracks in the entire ''Metroid'' series, likely why it was used in the game's first trailer. Once Samus begins figuring things out and getting stronger, [[https://youtu.be/Cg1mp2e6xfQ Artaria II]] comes in with a more upbeat version. As Samus finishes up the area, it gets a complete overhaul in [[https://youtu.be/PtI6Rm6iAN0 Artaria III]] that sounds reminiscent of older songs such as Sector 1 from ''Fusion'' and Tourian from ''Zero Mission''. [[spoiler :The fact that it is suspiciously similar to Sector 1 of Fusion can be interpreted as Foreshadowing of what kind of horroris contained inside in Elun.]]

* [[https://youtu.be/V14NGAqPeGI Artaria I]] is one of the most mysterious tracks in the entire ''Metroid'' series, likely why it was used in the game's first trailer. Once Samus begins figuring things out and getting stronger, [[https://youtu.be/Cg1mp2e6xfQ Artaria II]] comes in with a more upbeat version. As Samus finishes up the area, it gets a complete overhaul in [[https://youtu.be/PtI6Rm6iAN0 Artaria III]] that sounds reminiscent of older songs such as Sector 1 from ''Fusion'' and Tourian from ''Zero Mission''.

* [[https://youtu.be/ezodVG5rLCA "Arachnus-X"]] is a tense boss theme for the first boss you encounter on BSL station, Arachnus-X.

* [[https://youtu.be/jZBCU8PEWpc Experiment No. Z-57]] has one of the most memorable boss themes in the game, fitting with its memorable battle. There's a real danger here that isn't felt quite as palpably in the rest of the soundtrack, as if the Experiment is a KnightOfCerebus bent on pushing Samus' abilities to their limits.

* Speaking of which, [[https://youtu.be/OY8FP8K74fA Kraid's]] [[https://youtu.be/Hi3oDsLIlas themes]] are just perfect for the corpulent dinosaur. While not an exact remix of his theme from ''Zero Mission'', they still channel the exact same prodding rhythm and "giant" feel.

* Raven Beak's three phases feature a memorable little tune that will get stuck in your head as you try and try to beat the dang guy. The [[https://youtu.be/REy70Wr3a1Y first]] is pretty standard; then the [[https://youtu.be/eNcEGQP7wKk second]] phase gets dark and foreboding, beforing exploding in to the [[third https://youtu.be/78LTlo-PTbA]] phase where hope resounds and it almost seems like Samus can close out a victory!

!!Fan remixes

[[folder:Another Metroid 2 Remake]]
* In ''VideoGame/AnotherMetroid2Remake'', the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5V-DAbIdAY Surface of SR388]] keeps the catchy melody but also makes it sound suitably atmospheric for a ''Metroid'' game.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHoVkgsyq3M Hydro Station]] is upbeat and catchy just like the original "Green Brinstar" theme, yet it also has a surprisingly somewhat somber tone. It's rather fitting to the tone of exploring the remnants of [=SR388's=] Chozo colony, now empty and devoid of life except the old automatons that are still carrying out their duties many years later.
* Fans appear to especially enjoy the build-up of the Tower music, starting with [[https://youtu.be/YGZmr-GJfBk quiet ambience]] and then, once the power turns on, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z24-ESnLkwE kicking in]] with a Sanctuary Fortress-inspired remix of "Lower Norfair".
* [[https://youtu.be/K-_Wk9y_aBU Ancient Power]] and [[https://youtu.be/3MmYsnDcXtE Flooded Complex]] are new original compositions for [=AM2R=]'s Distribution Center, but they are so catchy and atmospheric and fit so seamlessly into the soundtrack that you would be forgiven for mistaking them for remixes of other ''Metroid'' tunes.
* The theme for the [[https://youtu.be/p0jXW_nK0W8 Queen Metroid battle]] is a surprisingly faithful remix of the original Queen Metroid theme. It interprets the Gameboy's sound chip quite well, and adds in some snappy ''Prime'' snares for some needed kick.
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[[folder:Harmony of a Hunter]]
"Harmony of a Hunter" is a series of free digital albums featuring fan-made remixes of ''Metroid'' tracks, organized by the folks over at Shinesparkers. First was [[https://harmony.shinesparkers.net/album/harmony-of-a-hunter/ Harmony of a Hunter]], then [[https://harmony.shinesparkers.net/album/harmony-of-a-hunter-101-run/ Harmony of a Hunter: 101% Run]], and finally [[https://harmony.shinesparkers.net/album/harmony-of-a-hunter-returns/ Harmony of a Hunter Returns]]. Each album is over 30 songs long, meaning there's plenty to go around. They also all feature plenty of Music/OverClockedRemix veterans.
* [=VikingGuitar=]'s [[https://youtu.be/Z_QffBlxLZY Earthroot]] is a metal remix of Red Brinstar, which sounds insane on paper until you listen to it yourself and realize the error of your ways.
* Theophany hits us with several tracks, including [[https://youtu.be/ibZcRQLB56s Bioluminescence]], a trance remix of Underwater Depths from ''Fusion'', one of the series' lesser-known underwater themes. Special mention must be made to [[https://youtu.be/AMLH0gaspRA Gravity]], a piece that takes Nightmare's already foreboding theme and makes something truly nightmarish out of it.
* Prophetik has an interesting remix of Ridley's Lair called [[https://youtu.be/3Ym03dI3yqY Leader's Lair]], giving it an almost Phazon-like quality in its mystery. There's also some Tibetan throat-singing in there for good measure. He follows it up with a Middle Eastern-sounding remix of Ridley's boss theme called [[https://youtu.be/5HdJT05FB5Y Cave Dweller]] which captures his majestic brutality so well.
* Sam Dillard really hit it out of the park on this one. [[https://youtu.be/kbIn-dcqCVw Into the Green World]] is an incredible symphonic remix of Green Brinstar. He also did a medley of various ending themes called [[https://youtu.be/ojSJfw7p0CM Ending Suite]], and a mix of Red Brinstar and Kraid's Lair called [[https://youtu.be/r8if6B_cpGw Crimson Depths]] that perfectly captures the mystery and beauty of an alien world. Then in the 101% Run album he did Maridia's theme in [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXNLiV5U55s Beyond the Glass]], which takes the soothing Maridia theme and makes it dark, ominous, dramatic, and foreboding. And this was all done with ''midi'' technology, no real instruments!
* Mazedude's [[https://youtu.be/jL1ItmKrKPY Parasite X]] is an incredibly interesting take on the Parasite Queen's theme, sounding jazzy enough to not be out of place in ''VideoGame/{{Earthbound}}'' of all games.
* [[https://youtu.be/cDav-_MbjF8 Altar of Aether]] and [[https://youtu.be/Acs_no8Msnk Guardians of Old]] take the Luminoth temple themes from ''Echoes'' and reimagine them with more authentic desert instrumentation. It sounds like the soundtrack to a movie adaptation of ''Echoes''.
* Gario's [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlNYxKTUidE Eldritch Spore Spawn]] takes the mini-boss theme from ''Super'' and makes it even deeper, danker, and funkier than ever.
* Mozzaratti's [[https://youtu.be/qAOLymLeLLA Desperation]] fittingly paints the picture of an heroic escape, fully remixing the extended NES version of the escape theme and building up to a heroic finish with the Theme of Samus. His [[https://youtu.be/bu7wjWXWsVc Kraid Incoming]] is an impressive remix of the ''Super Metroid'' pre-boss tension theme and Kraid's battle theme, resulting in something that sounds straight out of a movie soundtrack.
* Zircon and C-GPO's [[https://youtu.be/RJXd7qNMAIg Solitude]] is a haunting remix of the second Tallon Overworld theme that highlights the melancholy nature yet utter power Samus saddles throughout her adventures.
* Samuel Lidström's [[https://youtu.be/e7maBFjomuw Sanctuary Sentinel]] is a remix of Quadraxis' theme that hones in on the massive size of the thing, sounding much more intense and imposing than the relatively low-key boss theme from its original appearance.
* Vomitron's [[https://youtu.be/atDxqQiczq4 Doppelgänger]] is a face-meltingly awesome metal remix of Dark Samus' theme, specifically its ''Echoes'' incarnation. That guitar solo has never sounded so fierce.
* [[https://youtu.be/lFR_BVzAM2g Te Inveniam]] by Chris Apple is a downright sinister and horrific song. It remixes the Tourian statue room theme, the Tourian theme, and finally Mother Brain's theme, completely with [[OminousChanting Ominous Latin Chanting]] and electric guitar at the end.
* Pyro Paper Plane's [[https://youtu.be/Z7prDaPGpDk Slipstream]] is an intense, almost Eurobeat-sounding remix of Serris' boss theme from ''Fusion''. Meanwhile, his [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbu1VdRSxBk Melting Sun]] is an emotional, touching send-off to the fan-favorite Rundas.
* The hilarious yet touching [[https://youtu.be/vq_u1skc6Vk Kraid's Campfire Ballad]] by Sebastian Mårtensson feat. Kristin Björkebäck makes Samus feel like a cowboy fighting outlaws in the old west. Sebastian also did [[https://youtu.be/Q7M-8tZ85sI Only Human]], an original, acoustic vocal track. Its lyrics highlight Samus' power, but also her humanity, and making an original song is always an admirable effort.
* Darkesword's [[https://youtu.be/rIngjhz4kXQ Path of Ruin]] takes the catchy Chozo Ruins theme from ''Metroid Prime'' and somehow makes it even more pleasing to the ear with a jazzy rendition.
* Omni-Psyence's [[https://youtu.be/6NtZeqZT4xY Metroid Legacy]] is a tribute to the entire series, in the form of a fantastic remix of the ''Super Metroid'' theme.
* Drakeld hits it hard in ''Harmony of a Hunter Returns'', making multiple great boss theme remixes. "A Severed Queen" is a great remix of the Parasite Queen theme with a uniquely spine-tingling time signature. "Mechavania" is an equally formidable remix of Quadraxis' theme, "Groundshaker" is a chilling mix of Thardus, "Darkness Rising" is Dark Samus' ''Prime 2'' theme, the list goes on.
* Zack Parrish's "Melting Point" is a remix of the Vorash boss fight from ''Other M'', which is a rare game to get remixes from. It turns the orchestral chaos into an even more foreboding track and features more digital elements.
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[[folder:Harmony of Heroes]]
[[http://www.harmonyofheroes.com/ Harmony of Heroes]], a ''VideoGame/SuperSmashBros''-themed SpiritualSuccessor to Harmony of a Hunter, continues the tradition of fantastic Metroid remixes:
* Theophany, the remixer behind Gravity, returned in Harmony of Heroes to bring us [[https://youtu.be/LlxC25vxSnI From the Depths,]] a genre-blending, epic-scale rendition of Brinstar Depths.
* Rozen's [[https://youtu.be/fPihHhmo4KA Dark Intelligence,]] possibly the greatest version of Ridley's theme to date. Menacing, powerful, intense, and even hauntingly emotional thanks to a OneWomanWail, it's perfect for Samus Aran's arch nemesis. And as the cherry on top, it ends with a rendition of the classic "game start" theme that starts with a beautiful piano and ends with a triumphant full orchestra.
* Sam Dillard returns with [[https://youtu.be/I5WyRiT1jfA Edge Of The Labyrinth]], a mysterious yet beautiful remix of the Norfair theme from the original ''Metroid''. It was also featured in ''Metroid Cinematica''.
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[[folder:Hauntershadow / Zen Phoenix]]
Hauntershadow, later known as Zen Phoenix, made a name for himself on [=YouTube=] by making tons of ''Metroid'' mixes and mashups. Unfortunately, he has since closed both of his channels. Fortunately, a fan put together the [[https://www.youtube.com/user/RememberingHS/videos RememberingHS]] channel to preserve his legacy, while another [=YouTube=] channel [[https://www.youtube.com/user/bufosmixes Bufosmixes]] made a [[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUQf1KVEaSQ4gaFYkESMgrJvS9G80rRx7 playlist]] to completely archives his works. Here are a few highlights:
* [[https://youtu.be/ODW96aOG2AQ Duel of Destiny]] combines a multitude of ''Metroid'' songs into what could be a fantastic soundtrack for a final showdown.
* [[https://youtu.be/r-XlzFtKDV8 Into the Depths]] mixes together both the ''VideoGame/SuperMetroid'' and ''VideoGame/MetroidPrime2Echoes'' versions of the Red Brinstar theme, as well as the Crashed Frigate theme from the first ''Prime'', making for a beautiful and lulling experience.
* [[https://youtu.be/-TSd7TfotyU The Prologue]] mixes together several opening ''Metroid'' themes from across the series, ultimately building up to Samus Aran's triumphant theme. It could easily serve as music for a ''Metroid'' trailer.
* [[https://youtu.be/TfzyT6tmG5c Forest Temple Depths]] mixes in several ''Metroid'' songs with ''VideoGame/TheLegendOfZeldaOcarinaOfTime'''s Forest Temple theme to create an unsettling experience. It becomes even more tense during the second half, when the drumbeat from Flaahgra's theme comes in and makes you feel like you're being stalked by an unseen monster in the shadows.
* [[https://youtu.be/-XmccG_70cA Spirit Temple Torvus]] opens with the "Requiem of Spirit" and then segues into a blend of the Spirit Temple's haunting beauty and the Torvus Bog's mysterious atmosphere.
* [[https://youtu.be/anmzGyE9W_w Dark Link vs Dark Samus]], mashing together the boss themes from Nintendo's favorite {{Evil Counterpart}}s.
* [[https://youtu.be/bvWSeijDr-I Dark Samus]], which may as well be her ''definitive'' theme. This mix combines both of her themes from ''2'' and ''3'', even adding the game over sound from the former.
* [[https://youtu.be/48vMYGzEQro Ultima Prime]], which, as the "Metroid Megamix" in its title implies, mixes several Metroid songs in a single amazing package.
[[/folder]]

[[folder:Metroid Infusion]]
* [[https://youtu.be/tcNLHfqbySU Sector 2 (TRO)]] captures the tension of being trapped in a dark and dangerous jungle with its heavy drums and deep choir.
* Both [[https://youtu.be/CI_QEfImkl8 Sector 4]] [[https://youtu.be/AcmhBpJghAI (AQA)]] renditions are a wonderful blend of pure atmosphere and catchy melodies.
* [[https://youtu.be/iSV_hyw32LM Sector 5 (ARC)]] and [[https://youtu.be/6Wlaw_2Ny9w Sector 6 (NOC)]] are both expanded upon and thoroughly improved. Sector 5 goes from a mere 30-second-long loop to a fully developed song, while Sector 6 borrows a bit of melody from ''Metroid Prime'' to give it a more somber tone.
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[[folder:Metroid Metal]]
[[http://www.metroidmetal.com/ Metroid Metal]] contains some of the best pieces of Metroid music remixes you can get out there.
* [[http://youtu.be/aDtedVtsxUw Kraid's Theme]] is an awesome remix of "Kraid's Lair" from the original ''Metroid''.
* [[https://metroidmetal.bandcamp.com/track/lower-norfair-sm Lower Norfair]] is an awesome metal version of the song from ''Super Metroid''.
[[/folder]]

[[folder:Overclocked Remixes]]
* [[http://youtu.be/nyYNeUIVV1U Relics of the Chozo]], Music/OverclockedRemix's first album from 2003, provides many ''Super Metroid'' remixes.
[[/folder]]

[[folder:Other]]
* Krale's remix of the ''Metroid Prime'' [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ToTca7zMZA menu theme]] is jaw-droppingly amazing. If you ever want to die happy, listen to this.
* Here's [[https://youtu.be/HbsKe-c7-Lw an epic remix]] of the Serris/Yakuza battle theme.
* Viewers of Website/ScrewAttack's old "Top 10" videos probably recognize the tune in the background at the beginning and towards the end as a ''Metroid'' remix, and may be wondering where to find it. [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8d2wnBRFVEw Behold!]]
* [[https://youtu.be/ZU4eT4YuoAA Forgotten Beasts]] by razanak7 mixes together several ''Metroid'' boss themes with those from ''VideoGame/SuperMarioGalaxy'', ''VideoGame/TheLegendOfZeldaTheWindWaker'', ''[[VideoGame/{{BIONICLE}} BIONICLE Heroes]]'', and ''VideoGame/EpicMickey'' to create what was originally envisioned by the mixer as a menacing theme for Mother Brain.
* What would Dark Samus' theme sound like in ''Metroid Prime 4''? [[https://youtu.be/EDfYTZwfvNw Maybe something like this!]] [=RetroSpecter=], who's already made some fantastic remixes, takes Dark Samus' already very menacing theme and turns it into a very intense beat, complete with an alarm that only solidifies the ([[WildMassGuessing possible]]) fact that [[HesBack the Metroid Prime/Dark Hunter is back again,]] and ''[[LetsGetDangerous she's pissed]]''. His [[https://youtu.be/KMhn4IKeRRo take]] on Ridley's theme, written to celebrate the Space Pirate's playable status in ''VideoGame/SuperSmashBrosUltimate'', is a suitably menacing, ''badass'' piece that even incorporates Ridley's Lair at one point.
* This [[https://youtu.be/fi8q-vy5-60 fan-made piano rendition]] of the Crateria theme is just as gorgeous as the original.
* [[http://www.metroidorchestra.com/ Blake Robinson's "Super Metroid Symphony"]], which, while not actually symphonic in structure, is an excellent orchestral adaptation of the game's entire soundtrack. By the same author, [[https://youtu.be/fwLxCnRLegQ this]] epic rendition of the Brinstar theme.
* Luminist made [[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL50UiFZSGFneSN1H5nJYHaaLc9qCpp-T- Analog Synth Remakes]] of the original ''Metroid'' soundtrack that wouldn't sound out of place in a late-[=70s=] sci-fi film like ''Film/{{Alien}}''. [[https://youtu.be/Jr0CNm6E9IA Kraid's Lair]] is wonderfully creepy as always, and [[https://youtu.be/0VV5rPs40TQ Tourian]] is suitably terrifying.
* Voltro's [[https://soundcloud.com/nate-hubbard/metroid "Metroid"]] is a fun hip-hop remix of Red Brinstar. It uses the sound of Samus' flips as a beat, which is a brilliant concept.
* What would the Green Brinstar theme sound like in a ''Metroid Prime'' title? [=ZenithAegis=] provides [[https://youtu.be/JY5u9QjPhx4 a hypothetical answer]] that sounds incredibly authentic.
* To celebrate Dark Samus' inclusion in ''VideoGame/SuperSmashBrosUltimate'', a Website/{{YouTube}}r known as Kamex [[https://youtu.be/RRHhRgm5Kzs made this remix]] of her theme, and it sounds ''wonderfully'' chilling, complete with a computer voice saying a very appropriate word during the pauses: '''[[TheDreaded Danger.]]'''
* Behold Ridley's theme - [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrqCRyRYWSo in the form of a very dark, ambient synthetic cover.]]
* Have you ever imagined a jazz cover of Ridley's battle theme? A four-man band actually got together and performed the song ''live.'' The concept may be a bit unorthodox, but the execution? [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3DjegOm23o Glorious!]]
* insaneintherain's cover of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXME8JTzymM Lower Brinstar]] manages to transform one of ''Super Metroid'''s most foreboding tracks into a super-chill lounge number, complete with vintage electric piano and some killer saxophone improvisations.
* Ever wondered what Mother Brain's demonic-sounding theme would sound like as a chill jazz song? [[https://youtu.be/pV6DIupni6U Look no further]], thanks to Prescription For Sleep. They have other ''Metroid'' remixes as well, but this one is just such an odd concept and it somehow works ''so well'' that it's the top dog.
* Dominic Ninmark's [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkDR5OckDfA Upper Brinstar]] {{eurobeat}} remix turns it into a brisk, high-energy song, worthy of randomizer races when you finally collect everything needed and enter "Go Mode", blazing through the rest of the game like you're trying to test the Speed Booster to its limits. It has parts of Ridley's theme and the Escape theme worked into it to add some variety. His [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KJl_7DzHy8 Red Brinstar]] remix goes the other way and turns into a chill vaporwave number.
* Here's a [[https://youtu.be/is7TLfjfknM Shock Coil]], a remix of Sylux's theme by [=DJtheS=] that somehow makes it even more techno than before.
[[/folder]]

"Harmony of a Hunter" is a series of free digital albums featuring fan-made remixes of ''Metroid'' tracks, organized by the folks over at Shinesparkers. First was
[[https://harmony.shinesparkers.net/album/harmony-of-a-hunter/ Harmony of a Hunter]], then [[https://harmony.shinesparkers.net/album/harmony-of-a-hunter-101-run/ Harmony of a Hunter: 101% Run]], and finally [[https://harmony.shinesparkers.net/album/harmony-of-a-hunter-returns/ Harmony of a Hunter Returns]]. Each album is over 30 songs long, meaning there's plenty to go around. They also all feature plenty of Music/OverClockedRemix veterans.

[[http://www.shinesparkers.net/harmonyofahunter/ Harmony of a Hunter]] and [[http://www.shinesparkers.net/harmonyofahunter/download/ Harmony of a Hunter: 101% Run]], two free albums that make up a combined five-disc tribute to the ''Metroid'' franchise as a whole. It features plenty of Music/OverClockedRemix veterans.