Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Rumored Remasters Set to Make 2025 a Landmark Year for the Franchise

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Rumored Remasters Set to Make 2025 a Landmark Year for the Franchise

2025 is shaping up to be an unprecedented year for Metroid fans, with long-awaited releases and surprise announcements revitalizing the iconic sci-fi series. From the confirmed launch of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond to rumors of classic remasters and developer updates, here’s everything you need to know about the latest Metroid news.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Confirmed for 2025 Release

Nintendo has reaffirmed that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond remains on track for a 2025 launch, ending an eight-year wait since its initial 2017 announcement[1][4][5]. Originally rebooted in 2019 due to quality concerns, the game re-emerged in 2024 with a teaser trailer and is now positioned as one of Nintendo’s “big four” first-party titles for the year, alongside Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and Xenoblade Chronicles X[1][4]. While an exact release date is still pending, the game is expected to leverage the upcoming Switch 2’s capabilities, though backward compatibility with the original Switch remains likely[1][4].

Metroid Prime 2 and 3 Remasters Rumored for Early 2025

Insider reports suggest Nintendo may drop remastered versions of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes and Metroid Prime 3: Corruption as a bundled package in early 2025[3]. Initially planned as standalone releases, the remasters were reportedly delayed and could now launch between January’s Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and March’s Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition[3]. While unconfirmed, this move would align with Nintendo’s strategy to bolster its 2025 lineup ahead of Metroid Prime 4’s release.

MercurySteam Announces New Fantasy Title Amid Metroid Speculation

MercurySteam, the studio behind 2021’s critically acclaimed Metroid Dread, has unveiled Blades of Fire, a fantasy action-adventure game launching May 22, 2025[6]. The title emphasizes weapon crafting and tactical combat, featuring over 50 enemy types and customizable gear. Despite this new project, rumors persist that MercurySteam is also developing another Metroid title, potentially continuing Samus Aran’s 2D saga[6].

Why 2025 Matters for Metroid Fans

  • Switch 2 Synergy: Metroid Prime 4 could debut alongside Nintendo’s next-gen console, enhancing its visual and performance potential[1][4].
  • Franchise Expansion: Remasters of Prime 2 and 3 would provide a complete trilogy experience on modern hardware, bridging the gap until Beyond’s release[3].
  • Developer Momentum: MercurySteam’s continued innovation (Blades of Fire) keeps hope alive for future Metroid entries, even as the studio explores new genres[6].

With Nintendo poised to break its silence on Metroid Prime 4’s specifics in the coming months, 2025 may finally deliver the renaissance fans have awaited since Samus’ last solo adventure. Stay tuned for updates as the year unfolds.