During today’s Nintendo Direct presentation, the company pulled back the curtain on a new update for Metroid Dread. Version 2.0.0 of the game is a fairly significant one, with the biggest addition being a pair of new modes: Rookie Mode, and Dread Mode. Rookie Mode offers an easier experience for Metroid newcomers, while Dread Mode amps up the difficulty in a big way! The game’s free demo has also been updated, giving players more content to try. The update is now live on Nintendo Switch, and the company’s official website has already been updated to include full patch notes, which can be found below:
Dropped items from enemies now replenish greater amounts when picked-up.
Damage received from Boss attacks has been lowered.
Destructible Boss projectiles have been made easier to break than usual (excluding some attacks).
Increased number of missiles available when beginning game.
Made the finishing counters when defeating some Bosses easier to perform. Selected when starting a New Game, and choosing “SELECT DIFFICULTY”.
Selected when starting a New Game, and choosing “SELECT DIFFICULTY”.
Can be selected after clearing HARD MODE, when beginning a New Game, and choosing “SELECT DIFFICULTY”.
Added “SELECT DIFFICULTY” options when beginning the demo.
