Mega Child

Metallic Child is a roguelite game that lets players control a small female robot named Rona but also known as the “Metallic Child” in the game. Rona is the first of the many androids built by Doctor Irene and the only one that didn’t go rogue. Instead Rona was left behind by her creator and now must confront Doctor Irene and her other siblings.

Sounds familiar? The storyline does resemble the Mega Man franchise. The game’s 3D design resembles Mighty No. 9, an indie game developed by Mega Man’s producer, Keiji Inafune. However, don’t let that startle you. Metallic Child plays much better than Mighty No. 9.

Patience is a Virtue

First players have to get through a rough one to two hours of introduction and tutorials. Everything is voiced out and the character designs are superb. Once you’ve endured the introductions, you’ll have access to levels to start exploring. However, these levels are REALLY long to endure though it has awards to benefit the player. Gaining powerful weapons, collecting items to upgrade your equipment back at home base, etc. You’ll also fight against mini bosses that are fun but it feels too many since there are multiple floors to get to the level’s boss. Once you do, the boss fight is quite different from the mini bosses you’ve fought. For example flying through space in an aerial battle. Players can leave the level to recoup, upgrade and reenter the level but be prepared to fight battles again.

As you play, you’ll encounter characters that need assistance. Completing these side quests aren’t necessary but can give you some nice rewards when completed. If you’ve completed the side quest and leave the level, you don’t have to redo the quest.

Mighty Cores

You’ll play at angular top view while navigating and battling with Rona. You’ll encounter enemies that’ll drop energy cores. Eating these cores is a double edge sword. There’s a potential you can gain a virus, which can hinder your ability to fight, move, etc. for a short time period. Otherwise you can use these cores to learn new techniques. However there’s a lot to take in on how these cores work, hence the long tutorials in the beginning of the game.

The Final Child

Overall, it’s a fun, hidden gem for the Nintendo Switch. If you can endure the long floors, players should take a dive in Metallic Child.

Players can visit the official game’s website for more details.

A Nintendo Switch code provided for this article.