1st gamein metroid prime console triology and probably the best
Very simple controls and not frustrating no problem with FPS view.
Also as a good lock-on targeting system and is pretty fast past for controls.
Graphics
Who is says the gamecube does not have graphics needs there eyes checked because this is some of the best graphics gamecube could offer and it looks better than any ps2 game and also looks better than halo.
Sound
One the best soundtracks in video game history and fits the game perfectly the developers know what there doing and also metroid prime is of the greatest music there can be.
Overall
Metroid prime is one of the best games on the gamecube and has some of the best scenery, But if do not like backtracking do not get the game if you do not care I highly recommed it.