The last entry in the Metroid Prime series last released in 2007, but Metroid Prime 4 Beyond is finally approaching release. With the Metroid Prime 4 Beyond release date now primed, fans are eagerly awaiting for the game's launch on Nintendo Switch.
While few details have been revealed surrounding Samus Aran's latest adventure, there are a few tidbits that we know for sure. First revealed in 2017, Metroid Prime 4 Beyond has been through a tumultuous development period, but we're finally nearing the finish line.
Metroid Prime 4 Beyond Release Date
Nintendo has confirmed the Metroid Prime 4 Beyond release date for 2025. At the time of writing, no specific release day has been confirmed, but the game is expected to be released sometime before the Nintendo Switch 2 console hits shelves.
Metroid Prime 4 Beyond Gameplay
Nintendo has finally released gameplay footage of Metroid Prime 4 Beyond running on Nintendo Switch. While we've only see a few glimpses of real-time gameplay, the upcoming title looks very similar to the series' past, albeit with modern touches.
Once again, the Metroid Prime sequel will maintain a first-person perspective for the majority of gameplay. However, when using powers such as the Morph Ball, the game shifts into a third-person camera to give you more of a view of the environment.
In the initial gameplay trailer, we also see the return of scanning, allowing you to learn more about the world as you explore. However, Nintendo has yet to reveal any specific new gameplay details such as the grappling movement of Metroid Prime 3: Corruption.
Who Is Making Metroid Prime 4 Beyond?
Series developer Retro Studios is leading the charge on Metroid Prime 4 Beyond. Known for their work on Metroid and the recent Donkey Kong games, Retro Studios is known for developing some of the best games on Nintendo hardware.
Is Metroid Prime 4 Beyond on Switch 2?
While gameplay footage of Metroid Prime 4 Beyond looks too good for the base Nintendo Switch, the game has still been confirmed for the original 2017 console. However, it is entirely possible that the game is a cross-gen title coming to both consoles whenever the Switch successor is released.
At the time of writing, Nintendo has yet to confirm whether or not the new console will even be called the Nintendo Switch 2, or what games will be coming to the system at launch.