Thank you very much for downloading Metroid™ for the Virtual Console™. Please read the following warnings carefully before you or your child play the game.

For your safety while playing

Some people (about 1 in 4,000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, and this may occur while they are watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before.

Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptoms linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game.

Parents should watch their children play video games. Stop play and consult a doctor if your child or you have any of the following symptoms: Convulsions, Eye or muscle twitching, Loss of awareness, Altered vision, Involuntary movements, Disorientation. To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:

• Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
• Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
• Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
• Play in a well-lit room.
• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.

Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:

• Avoid excessive play. Parents should monitor their children for appropriate play.
• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don't think you need it.
• If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel symptoms such as tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
• If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.

Playing video games can cause motion sickness in some players. Stop playing immediately if you experience dizziness, nausea, fatigue, motion sickness or similar symptoms, or if you experience discomfort in your eyes, hands or arms, or otherwise feel unwell at any time during game play. Do not drive or engage in other demanding activity until you feel better.

Copying of any Nintendo game or manual is illegal and is strictly prohibited by domestic and international intellectual property laws.

FOR LICENCE AND USE IN THE EEA, SWITZERLAND, AUSTRALIA OR NEW ZEALAND ONLY. COMMERCIAL USE, UNAUTHORISED COPY AND RENTAL PROHIBITED.

Virtual Console software represents game content, characters, sounds, etc. of the original games. The porting of games from original systems may result in minor changes to the game display. These changes do not affect game play.

For general enquiries and details of how to contact us, please refer to the Wii Operations Manual.