You remember Project AM2R, the Metroid II fan project that released in early August? You know, the one that was slapped down by Nintendo only 24 hours after release because Nintendo has no feelings? Well, it’s still around, and even got a 1.1 update recently. The patch fixes a few bugs like the gravity suit not being rendered. It also handles a few translation issues. A transportation pipe to the final area is also added.
Project AM2R‘s creator, Milton “DoctorM64” Guasti, has been doing his best to get the word out about the update. He is using alternate means since Nintendo nuked their official site. The project took Guasti six years to complete, so you would understand his being pissed about Nintendo’s move. Guasti, however, holds no ill will towards Big N.
“Please, don’t hate Nintendo for all of this,” Guasti had said after the takedown. “It’s their legal obligation to protect their IP. Instead of sending hate mail, get the original M2 from the eShop. Show them that 2D adventure platformers are still a thing people want.”
