Metroid Prime 4: Beyond ‘Overview’ trailer

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Nintendo and Retro Studios have just released a new seven-minute trailer showcasing their upcoming game, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. The trailer gives an overview of the first-person shooter sequel.

Here is an overview of the game, via Nintendo:

About

Following a sudden accident, Samus awakens on the strange planet Viewros. To survive and find a way off the planet, you’ll need to carefully examine your surroundings for clues, utilize all of Samus’s equipment and weapons, and master her new psychic powers. Don’t forget to use the Vi-O-La, her high-tech bike, to navigate and explore the environment.

Bounty Hunter: Samus Aran

A legendary bounty hunter, known throughout the galaxy for taking on and succeeding at even the most perilous missions.

World: Planet Viewros

An unknown planet. Samus suddenly finds herself transported to the greenery of an ancient jungle.

Objective: Explore the Mysterious Planet to Find a Way Home

Explore ancient statues and crumbling ruins to find hints about where to go next. Fight the strange, monstrous aliens that live on this planet.

Powers: Psychic
Abilities

As Samus explores the planet, she’ll discover special abilities. Use these powers strategically to overcome obstacles and progress.

Friend or Foe? Lamorn

An alien race that once existed on planet Viewros. They make a solemn request of Samus.

Deadly Sharpshooter: Sylux

An enigmatic bounty hunter with a deep-seated grudge against the Galactic Federation—and Samus.

Switch 2 Enhancements

  • Aim With Joy-Con 2 Mouse Controls – Play using mouse controls made possible by the Joy-Con™ 2 controllers or standard button controls. Move the right Joy-Con 2 controller like a mouse to aim and navigate with greater precision.
  • Choose Your Display Mode – Explore planet Viewros in greater detail with a higher resolution, faster framerate, and HDR support for more vivid colors. Go all-in on visual detail with Quality Mode, or choose Performance Mode to prioritize even smoother gameplay. You can choose either mode to suit your preference.
    • Quality Mode
      • Docked – 4K resolution / 60 frames per second / HDR
      • Handheld / Tabletop – 1080p resolution / 60 frames per second / HDR
    • Performance Mode
      • Docked – 1080p resolution / 120 frames per second / HDR
      • Handheld / Tabletop – 720p resolution / 120 frames per second / HDR

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is due out for Switch 2 and Switch on December 4.

Watch the trailer below.

Overview Trailer

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2025-11-14 17:02