Zexion Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-08-04
- Exceptional boss fights
- Best Metroidvania ever
- Brilliant map design
- Final boss too hard
- Difficulty too high overall
- Lack of fast travel
Emotions
Archetypes
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 88%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 12%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 83%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 17%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 1270
- Negative points
- 609
- Gameplay points
- 894
- Perf. points
- 7
- Rec. points
- 270
- Misc points
- 287
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Exceptional boss fights
| Boss fights are a standout feature, being creative, multi-phased, intense, and rewarding. They are described as spectacular, well-designed, and among the best in the genre with great payoffs. | 69% |
Best Metroidvania ever
| The game is consistently praised as one of the best Metroidvanias, with comparisons to the original Metroid series. It is seen as a true spiritual successor and love letter to Metroid, often deemed better than many official titles. | 68% |
Brilliant map design
| The map design is highly praised for being interconnected, well-laid out with shortcuts, and offering multiple exploration routes. It is often described as astonishingly brilliant and among the best in years. | 29% |
Fun randomizer mode
| A built-in randomizer mode is included, which is well-done and highly customizable, providing extra replay value. Players find it fun and a major plus. | 18% |
Great upgrades and weapons
| Upgrades are cool, unique, and impactful, adding variety and fun to the gameplay. They are described as creative and useful. | 13% |
Satisfying progression
| Progression is satisfying and engaging, with a sense of development that keeps players motivated. Items and abilities are earned in a rewarding way. | 11% |