Metroid Prime Pinball

Metroid Prime Pinball is a pinball adventure game for the Nintendo DS that adapts the Metroid Prime universe into classic pinball tables. Gameplay follows standard pinball rules with flippers, bumpers, ramps, and spinners, while incorporating unique mechanics such as wall jumping, shooting weapons, and wandering enemies. Players control Samus Aran in Morph Ball form as the pinball or aim her Arm Cannon via the touchscreen, and the DS' dual screens display the full table with bottom flippers for better control. Story elements are inspired by Metroid Prime, requiring acquisition of 12 Chozo Artifacts across six tables based on Tallon IV areas like the Pirate Frigate and Phendrana Drifts. Key modes include Single Mission (scoring or time-based challenges per table) and wireless multiplayer up to 8 players on Magmoor Caverns. The game stands out with its seamless fusion of Metroid exploration atmosphere, DS hardware innovations like touchscreen nudging and Rumble Pak support, and addictive replayability for fans of both pinball and the series.