Metroid Prime 4 Beyond launches Dec 4, 2025 on Switch and Switch 2

Nintendo confirmed on Thursday that Metroid Prime 4 Beyond will be released on December 4, 2025, on both the original Switch and the newly released Switch 2, unveiling new footage that highlights a desert environment, expanded traversal options and several gameplay changes for the long-delayed franchise. The announcement came during Nintendo's Nintendo Direct livestream and ends years of speculation over the title's launch timing.

The trailer shown by Nintendo depicts bounty hunter Samus Aran traversing alien dunes on a motorcycle, suggesting more open, vehicle-enabled exploration than seen in earlier entries. The footage also showcased a new red suit, psychic abilities Samus can use to probe ancient ruins and solve puzzles, and combat against swarming alien foes. Nintendo said a Switch 2 version will include upscaled graphics and other enhancements, while the standard Switch will receive the base release. Nintendo also confirmed a set of Metroid Prime 4 amiibo, with a Samus-on-motorcycle figure arriving on November 6 and a Sylux amiibo releasing with the game.

Metroid Prime 4 Beyond closes a protracted development chapter for the series. The game was first announced at E3 2017...