Meanwhile, two separate insiders have come forth to IGNcube with claims that they have actually seen a running version of a recent Metroid Prime build, both with discouraging impressions. "From what I saw, there was a lot of uninspired, formulaic shooting through 3D hallways.

Generally speaking everyone in the industry is really curious as to what Metroid Prime is going to turn out like. People thought the FPS genre was going nowhere until Half-Life came along and it feels like we're in that situation again. Everyone pissing and moaning about how every FPS is nothing new... I certainly have some real doubts about recreating the classic Metroid gameplay in a FPS game but if they manage to recreate the atmosphere and make it a fun game, who the hell cares if it's a side shooter or FPS.

update Jack - Well after this, maybe I should start posting fatbabies stories on shack...