Strong Museum has officially announced the 2024 World Video Game Hall of Fame finalists, again with representatives from Nintendo on board.
The NES/Famicom title Metroid, starring Samus Aran, is featured as one of this year's nominated works, along with an all-star cast. asteroid (1979), elite (1984), guitar hero (2005), mist (1993), neopets (1999), Resident Evil, SimCity (1989), Tokimeki Memorial (1994), Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (1999), altima (1981) and you don't know jack (1995).
Here's the official description of Metroid:
“Nintendo's metroid Released in 1986, it introduced players to a futuristic world filled with innovative adventure and exciting music. This game is a combination of Nintendo platforms, Super mario bros. and non-linear story elements legend of zelda, provides a new gameplay experience. The protagonist, Samus, gave the gaming industry its first playable human female character in a mainstream video game. This game launched her franchise of 13 major titles and sold her more than 20 million copies worldwide. ”
From now until next period, you can vote for Metroid and the other finalists. March 21, 2024. His three games with the most public votes will be submitted on one ballot, joining the other top three games submitted by members of the International Selection Advisory Committee. The voting criteria are as follows.
“The Strong's World Video Game Hall of Fame recognizes individual electronic games of all types, including arcade, console, computer, handheld, and mobile, that have enjoyed lasting popularity and influenced the video game industry and popular culture. Society in general.”
Nintendo's existing Hall of Fame includes games like Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and added Wii Sports last year. Past matches can be viewed on the official website.