Retro Studios revealed new gameplay footage of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond during the June 2024 Nintendo Direct, confirming a 2025 release date for the highly anticipated title. The game was originally announced in 2017, and development has been a long and winding road. The trailer showcased Samus Aran’s iconic abilities, including her morph ball and scan visor, as she battles space pirates in a visually stunning environment.
As we enter the exciting season of summer gaming showcases, there are several highly anticipated announcements that gamers are eagerly waiting for. From the long-awaited return of Metroid Prime 4 to the unveiling of BioShock 4, here are five announcements that could make this summer’s gaming marathon truly unforgettable.
Metroid Prime 4, the latest installment in the beloved Metroid franchise, has been in development for several years, and fans are eagerly awaiting its release. Originally announced in 2017, the game has had a rocky history, with development being restarted in 2019 due to quality concerns. Retro Studios is now handling the development of Metroid Prime 4, and while there is still no official release date, it is likely that the game will not be released until 2023 or 2024. The game will be exclusive to a Nintendo platform, and it is possible that it could be released for the Nintendo Switch 2. While there has been no confirmation of multiplayer, it is likely that the game will feature some sort of multiplayer mode, either offline or online via the internet.
In the latest edition of the Games Inbox, readers discuss their dream game lineups for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, express frustrations over Sony’s lack of communication regarding its multiformat plans, and share their thoughts on the concerning trend of game preservation.
