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===''Metroid''=== | ===''Metroid''=== | ||
[[File:Ice Beam m1 Artwork.png | [[File:Ice Beam m1 Artwork.png|left|Ice Beam artwork from [[Metroid (game)|''Metroid'']]]] | ||
In the original [[Metroid (game)|''Metroid'']], Samus was able to choose between the [[Wave Beam]] and the Ice Beam but was unable to defeat Metroids without the latter. In ''[[Metroid: Zero Mission]]'', Samus obtains both the Wave Beam and Ice Beam. Like its original counterpart, it is necessary to defeat the Metroids. In both games, the Ice Beam is also used for freezing enemies then using them as platforms. This is usually helpful if not necessary to obtain [[Suit Expansion|certain expansions]]. | In the original [[Metroid (game)|''Metroid'']], Samus was able to choose between the [[Wave Beam]] and the Ice Beam but was unable to defeat Metroids without the latter. In ''[[Metroid: Zero Mission]]'', Samus obtains both the Wave Beam and Ice Beam. Like its original counterpart, it is necessary to defeat the Metroids. In both games, the Ice Beam is also used for freezing enemies then using them as platforms. This is usually helpful if not necessary to obtain [[Suit Expansion|certain expansions]]. | ||
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===''Prime'' series=== | ===''Prime'' series=== | ||
In the ''[[Metroid Prime (series)|Prime]]'' series, it appears only in ''Metroid Prime'', however the other games have some sort of substitute for it. The original ''Prime'' introduces the Ice Beam to the third dimension. It is obtained in the [[Chozo Ruins|Chozo Ruins']] [[Antechamber]]. The Ice Beam configuration on the [[Arm Cannon]] constantly looses a frigid aura. The beam shoots white shots of a low-temperature substance. These shots fired are slower than any other beams in the game. Enemies damaged by this weapon can be slowed or, if enough damage has been dealt, frozen completely. Completely frozen enemies cannot move and can be shattered with a single [[Missile]]. Some enemies, such as bosses or well-shielded enemies, cannot be frozen. | In the ''[[Metroid Prime (series)|Prime]]'' series, it appears only in ''Metroid Prime'', however the other games have some sort of substitute for it. The original ''Prime'' introduces the Ice Beam to the third dimension. It is obtained in the [[Chozo Ruins|Chozo Ruins']] [[Antechamber]]. The Ice Beam configuration on the [[Arm Cannon]] constantly looses a frigid aura. The beam shoots white shots of a low-temperature substance. These shots fired are slower than any other beams in the game. Enemies damaged by this weapon can be slowed or, if enough damage has been dealt, frozen completely. Completely frozen enemies cannot move and can be shattered with a single [[Missile]]. Some enemies, such as bosses or well-shielded enemies, cannot be frozen. | ||
''[[Metroid Prime 2: Echoes]]'' instead has the [[Dark Beam]], similarly shaped to ''Prime's'' Ice Beam, can encase enemies | ''[[Metroid Prime 2: Echoes]]'' instead has the [[Dark Beam]], similarly shaped to ''Prime's'' Ice Beam, which can encase enemies in dark matter. Enemies encased in this dark matter cannot move and can be destroyed with a [[Missile]]. | ||
The Ice Beam was absent in ''Metroid Prime Hunters'', which features a similar weapon known as the [[Judicator]]. The Judicator is the [[Affinity Weapon]] of the [[Bounty Hunter|bounty hunter]] [[Noxus]]. This weapon shoots plasma at sub-zero temperatures. | The Ice Beam was absent in ''Metroid Prime Hunters'', which features a similar weapon known as the [[Judicator]]. The Judicator is the [[Affinity Weapon]] of the [[Bounty Hunter|bounty hunter]] [[Noxus]]. This weapon shoots plasma at sub-zero temperatures. | ||
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===''Metroid II: Return of Samus''=== | ===''Metroid II: Return of Samus''=== | ||
[[File:Ice Beam m2 Artwork.png| | [[File:Ice Beam m2 Artwork.png|right|Ice Beam artwork from ''[[Metroid II: Return of Samus]]'']] | ||
The Ice Beam appears relatively early in ''Metroid II: Return of Samus''. It is unchanged in ability in the game. However, its projectiles appear to have spiked edges. | The Ice Beam appears relatively early in ''Metroid II: Return of Samus''. It is unchanged in ability in the game. However, its projectiles appear to have spiked edges. | ||
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===''Super Metroid''=== | ===''Super Metroid''=== | ||
[[File:Ice Beam sm Artwork.png| | [[File:Ice Beam sm Artwork.png|left|Ice Beam artwork from ''[[Super Metroid]]'']] | ||
The Ice Beam also appeared in ''Super Metroid''. Here, Samus could also freeze enemies for platform use. The upgrade is located in the first area of Norfair, and the [[Speed Booster]] is required to gain access. Fortunately, unlike the predecessors, the Ice Beam upgrade increases damage caused to enemies, and only freezes them when they have taken enough damage. Frozen enemies, curiously, could not be Speed Boosted through. | The Ice Beam also appeared in ''Super Metroid''. Here, Samus could also freeze enemies for platform use. The upgrade is located in the first area of Norfair, and the [[Speed Booster]] is required to gain access. Fortunately, unlike the predecessors, the Ice Beam upgrade increases damage caused to enemies, and only freezes them when they have taken enough damage. Frozen enemies, curiously, could not be Speed Boosted through. | ||
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===''Metroid: Other M''=== | ===''Metroid: Other M''=== | ||
