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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Previews Validate Psychic Powers and Switch 2 Modes Ahead of Dec. 4 Launch

Early hands-on reports say the new psychic toolkit meaningfully refreshes classic Prime exploration.

Overview

  • Nintendo and Retro Studios’ long-awaited sequel is set for December 4 on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
  • Previews confirm a psychic crystal that grants Samus new abilities, including a Psychic Visor, Control/Charge Beam guidance, a Psychic Glove for telekinesis, and a Morph Ball–based Psychic Bomb.
  • The demo places Samus on planet Viewros in the Fury Green jungle with a quest for teleporter keys and introduces a voiced ally, Galactic Federation technician Myles MacKenzie.
  • A boss fight against the plant-like Carvex requires mixing standard weapons with the Control/Psychic Beam to expose weak points, underscoring puzzle-led combat design.
  • Switch 2 features include Joy-Con 2 mouse aiming and selectable display modes, with Quality at up to 4K/60 HDR and Performance targeting up to 120fps at 1080p docked (720p in handheld).