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Metroid Prime 4 Secures Late 2025 Release, Hands-On Demos Set for Fan Expo Canada

Positive early impressions on Switch 2 hardware highlight its robust performance, boosting confidence in its scheduled launch.

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You can play Metroid Prime 4 soon, but you'll need to grab your passport

Overview

  • Nintendo has officially confirmed that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will launch before the end of 2025.
  • Attendees at Fan Expo Canada in Toronto from August 21–24 can play an exclusive demo of the game alongside other upcoming Switch 2 titles.
  • The playable preview follows a brief showing at the recent Switch 2 reveal event featuring the game’s intro and first boss battle on Tenmaar.
  • Early hands-on reports praise the implementation of working mouse controls and native 120 fps performance.
  • The project returned to Retro Studios after an initial partnership with Bandai Namco, and current progress suggests no further delays.