METROID: How Do You Pronounce ‘Zebes’?

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METROID: How Do You Pronounce ‘Zebes’?

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Mar 3, 2018

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Neil introduces Abu to the world of Metroid by forcing him to play Metroid: Zero Mission.This is an [Easy] level episode, which means you will be able to follow the discussion even if you haven’t played the game. Expect spoilers.
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Mar 3, 2018

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METROID: How Do You Pronounce ‘Zebes’?

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