Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - News

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Action
First-Person
Adventure
Metroidvania
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 81%
Released
December 4, 2025
ESRB
Teen / Animated Blood, Violence
Developer(s)
Retro Studios
Publisher(s)
Nintendo
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Genre(s)
Action, First-Person, Adventure, Metroidvania

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"Out of the Question" One of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Most Controversial Features Couldn't Be Changed Because It Was Too Late

Nintendo acknowledges that one of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's most controversial aspects may feel outdated while explaining why devs didn't change it.

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Nintendo Shares Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Position in Franchise Timeline
Nintendo Officially Comments on Where Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Fits in the Franchise Timeline

Nintendo shares the official position of the newly-released Metroid Prime 4: Beyond in the overall timeline for the sci-fi franchise.

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Day 1 Update Patch Notes Revealed

Alongside the launch of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Nintendo is releasing a day one update for the game, to address issues while adding new features.

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Some Metroid Prime 4 Early Copies Are Out in the Wild

Early copies of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond appear to be out ahead of schedule, raising questions as the sequel approaches its December launch.

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Everything Metroid Prime 4 Locks Behind Amiibo

Unlocking everything in Metroid Prime 4 requires buying three pricey Amiibo figures, which will set players back by about $100.

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Metroid Prime 4 Shows New Gameplay While Promising 120fps on Switch 2

Metroid Prime 4 releases some previously unseen gameplay footage, showing new boss battles alongside the promise of 120fps action on the Switch 2.

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Even More Metroid Prime Games Rumored for the Switch

An industry insider surprises Metroid Prime fans by revealing that more games from the popular franchise could be making their way to Nintendo Switch.

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Reveals New Gameplay Details For Samus's Motorcycle

Nintendo quietly reveals more gameplay details for Samus' new motorcycle in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, which was previously seen in the trailer.

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Release Date is Now Official

Nintendo officially reveals the release date of the eagerly awaited Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, as well as some merchandise related to the title.

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September 2025 Nintendo Direct is Now Official

Nintendo officially confirms the date for the long-rumored September Direct, and the best part is that it's right around the corner.

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Metroid Prime 4 Announcement is Good News for Its Release Date

A new announcement regarding Nintendo's eagerly awaited Metroid Prime 4: Beyond could indicate that the title's release day is near.

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Nintendo Direct Event Leaked for September 2025

A new leak suggests that a Nintendo Direct event could take place in September 2025, which is good news for fans eager for announcements.

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Metroid Prime 4 Gets Encouraging Update

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond receives a promising update, adding weight to speculation that a release date announcement could arrive this month.

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Rumor: Metroid Prime 5 May Start Development Soon

A new rumor from a gaming insider claims Metroid Prime 4: Beyond developer Retro Studios will begin work on Metroid Prime 5 very soon.

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Nintendo Fans Left Puzzled by New Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Ad

There’s fresh speculation about the undisclosed release date of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, thanks to a new advertisement popping up.

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Nintendo Clears Up Physical Switch 2 Edition Upgrade Confusion

Nintendo clears up the recent confusion surrounding physical Switch 2 Edition games and what is actually included within the box.

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Shadow Labyrinth - Release Date Announcement Trailer

Shadow Labyrinth, Bandai Namco's twist on its iconic franchise Pac-Man, reveals more gameplay elements and a launch date.

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Metroid Prime 4 is Giving Samus Psychic Powers and a New Suit

A new Metroid Prime 4: Beyond trailer sees Samus trapped on a mysterious planet, where she gains some psychic powers and a new armor suit.

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Leaker Shares Bad News For Metroid Prime Fans

A leaker shares some bad news for Metroid Prime fans eager to see another glimpse of the next mainline game in the series before its release.

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Metroid Prime 4 Fans Need to Keep an Eye on April 2

Fans looking forward to seeing more information about Metroid Prime 4: Beyond might want to mark their calendars for April 2, 2025.

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