Nintendo had a bustling 2023 with successful releases like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Now, attention shifts to what lies ahead for Nintendo, particularly the highly anticipated Metroid Prime 4 and the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Recent reports suggest that the launch of Nintendo's next-gen Switch console, initially slated for late 2024, is now scheduled for early 2025. While this news may disappoint eager Switch 2 fans, it brings hope for those eagerly awaiting Metroid Prime 4.
Long-Awaited Metroid Prime 4
Announced in 2017, Metroid Prime 4 saw a reboot in 2019 with Retro Studios taking over the development. Progress seemed slow as hinted by job postings in 2020. Fans, who have awaited a sequel since 2007's Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, have been yearning for updates, making the wait seem eternal.
After almost two decades, the anticipation for Metroid Prime 4 has been palpable. While doubts lingered, recent reports hint at a potential launch window, aligning with the Switch 2 release.
Joint Debut of Metroid Prime 4 and Switch 2
Nintendo typically pairs console launches with a major title such as Super Mario or The Legend of Zelda. The Switch 2 could break tradition by debuting alongside Metroid Prime 4, a title fans have long awaited within the revered Metroid series.
The impact of launching Metroid Prime 4 with the Switch 2 would be monumental. Once a cult favorite, the Metroid series holds a special place in Nintendo's lineup, making this joint release a significant event for fans.
While Nintendo has confirmed Metroid Prime 4's impending release, the decision to synchronize it with the Switch 2 launch remains speculative. Should both align, it would be a dream scenario for fans eagerly anticipating both releases.