It was claimed that Metroid Prime 4 will be released with Nintendo’s new console, Switch 2. This could increase the game’s launch success.
Rumors about Nintendo’s next generation console, Switch 2, are increasing. SamusHunter2, a reliable source, said in a post on her social media account: Metroid Prime 4He hinted that ‘s could be the launch game for Switch 2. The game, which was announced in 2017 and postponed many times during the development process, is preparing to be released in 2025. However, it is claimed that the game will be playable on both the current Switch console and Switch 2.
Metroid Prime 4 and the Difficult Development Process
Metroid Prime 4 was first announced at E3 2017. The initial development process was initiated by Bandai Namco Studios, but Retro Studios took over the project in 2019. The producer of the game, Kensuke Tanabe, was involved in the project again and the development of the game started from scratch. This long and complex process has further increased fans’ expectations.
In the official trailer published in 2024, the name of the game was announced as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. The trailer showed Samus exploring a new forest, hunting down Space Pirates, and encountering beloved characters like Sylux. The game’s visuals and exploration-focused gameplay could provide the perfect opportunity to showcase the Switch 2’s specs.
Nintendo is a company that likes to introduce its new consoles with big games. Previously, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild had great success as the launch game of Switch. Now, Metroid Prime 4 can play a similar role to show the technical power of the new console. In particular, rumors that Switch 2 will provide a performance increase with the Nvidia T239 chipset can create a great advantage in terms of the visual quality and fluidity of the game.