Controls for Search View [CN03]

Master Metroid: Other M's Search View controls! Learn how to use the Pointer, A and B buttons, and more to explore, target enemies, and find vital information.

Alright, let's break down how to use the Search View in Metroid: Other M. This is how Samus scans her surroundings, locks onto targets, and fires her various beams and missiles. It might seem a little complex at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's super intuitive.

Controls Breakdown

Here's what each button does when you're in Search View:

The Pointer (Wiimote Pointer)

• Look around: Just move the pointer where you want to look.
• Examine/Focus in: Point at something and press the pointer button to get a closer look.
• Lock on (While pressing B): We'll cover this more with the B button, but the pointer is key to selecting your target.
• Sense Move: This is for special actions tied to power-ups, which we'll cover elsewhere.

A Button

• Fire beam: Your standard shot.
• Fire Charge Beam: Hold down the A button until the Charge Gauge fills up, then release to unleash a powerful charged shot.
• Keep Charge: If you hold A and switch to Normal View, you'll keep that charge ready!
• [When locked on] Fire missile: Once you've locked onto a target with B, press A to fire a missile.
• [When locked on] Fire Super Missile/Seeker Missile: Just like with the Charge Beam, hold A until the gauge is full, then release to fire a more powerful missile.
• [When locked on] Fire Charge Beam: You can even charge your beam while locked on! Heads up: This only works on switches and certain objects, not enemies directly.

B Button

• Get information: Point at something and press B to get details about it. This is how you'll learn about your environment and potential threats.
• Look around: If you hold B and move the pointer, you can change your viewing area more freely.
• Target: Aim the pointer near an enemy or an interactive object while holding B. If it's targetable, it'll turn red and snap to the center of your screen.
• Lock-on Display: Point at a target and hold B to lock onto it. Once locked, you can press A to fire missiles.
• Slo-mo effect: If you hold B when entering Search View, time will slow down slightly, giving you a bit more breathing room.

Plus Button

• Display the map screen: Handy for checking your surroundings and objectives.

Home Button

• Display HOME Menu: Access the system menu.

Important Note: Sometimes you'll automatically enter Search View, and the screen will get a greenish tint. Don't worry! You're locked in until you point at what you need to interact with and hold B to get information. It's just the game's way of guiding you.