Spider Boost



The Power Bomb Cannon is Prima Games' term for a new Special Action in Metroid: Samus Returns, used as an offensive tactic and to obtain certain expansions. It is similar to the Shinespark, Ballspark and Boost Jump, which are performed using the Speed Booster and Boost Ball; staple items of the series that do not appear in Samus Returns. It is also similar to the Bomb Jump, which does appear in this iteration.

To perform the technique, Samus must enter Morph Ball mode, and then attach to a wall using her Spider Ball. She must then lay a Power Bomb, which will rapidly propel her forward in the direction she was facing. This is a secret technique that is used to obtain some expansions that are concealed behind horizontal shafts lined with spikes.

The technique not being mentioned in the game's manual or the Samus Screen has led to some players becoming unsure of how to obtain these expansions. The Power Bomb Cannon also has a tactical use. During the Queen Metroid battle, Samus can propel herself at the Queen's head with this technique to instantly damage the beast enough so that it will attempt to launch at Samus, opening itself up to a Melee Counter.

Expansions requiring the Power Bomb Cannon

 * Power Bomb Tank (Area 5)
 * Super Missile Tank (Area 6)
 * Power Bomb Tank (Area 7)
 * Super Missile (Area 7)
 * Aeion Tank (Area 7)
 * Missile Tank (Area 7)