Metroid Dread is a masterpiece. As a longtime fan of the metroidvania genre, this game was a wonderful time. Samus controls better than she ever has in any other game in the series, the environments are beautifully crafted, the level design is top-notch, and the bosses are incredibly well thought out. This game does not hold your hand. I've never gotten this many game overs in a Metroid game before, but it was never frustrating. The game rewards skillful players for learning the mechanics well and is very fair in its difficulty. The game is also pure eye candy, offering flashy animations and intricate backgrounds. If you love Metroid or appreciate quality video games, do yourself a favor and buy this game!