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Boss 12: Nightmare part 2
Metroid: Other M

Boss 12: Nightmare part 2

Defeat Nightmare in Metroid: Other M by using Sense Move and Super Missiles. Learn how to handle its Gravity Well.

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Defeat Nightmare in Metroid: Other M by using Sense Move and Super Missiles. Learn how to handle its Gravity Well.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Use Sense Move only to either left or right exclusively.
  2. 2
    If the Gravity Spheres slowly chase you, use them to build your charge.
  3. 3
    Charge shot like mad.
  4. 4
    When Nightmare falls down, get out of the way of its previous projectiles and get a clear shot in Search View.
  5. 5
    Fire Super Missiles to knock it down on the ground.
  6. 6
    If done correctly, Nightmare won't even have a chance to reactivate its device, and is killed in less than one minute.
  7. 7
    If Nightmare can manipulate gravity again, repeat the process.
  8. 8
    If this fight drags on too long, Nightmare will eventually create a Gravity Well.
  9. 9
    The Gravity Well will attract your attacks, so either shoot when you are close or when Nightmare is between you and the Well.
  10. 10
    If it explodes by itself, ignore that point.
  11. 11
    If Nightmare puts the Well under it, Space Jump toward Nightmare and let loose a charge shot at point-blank range.
  12. 12
    Eventually Nightmare will go down.
  13. 13
    Go back to the Grapple Point in the Gravity Area, and drop down to the next room.
  14. 14
    Ignore the Kyratians and get into the hallway.
  15. 15
    Speed Boost through the next hallway.
  16. 16
    When you start to go right, Speed Boost and Shinespark straight up at the end of the hall.
  17. 17
    Exit this area and take the door on the right past the Baristutes.
  18. 18
    Shinespark into the room with the frozen fans, and exit through the door.
  19. 19
    Heading towards the elevator, Speed Boost up the large ramp and Shinespark left to save some time.
  20. 20
    You can also Speed Boost through the end of this room into the Navigation Booth and Shinespark past the Baristute.
  21. 21
    Get to the Main Sector.
Tips
  • Use Sense Move to dodge effectively and create charge opportunities.
  • Prioritize Super Missiles for a quick takedown when Nightmare is vulnerable.
  • If a Gravity Well appears, adjust your position carefully or use Space Jump for a close-range attack.
  • Utilize Speed Boost and Shinespark to traverse areas quickly and save time.

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