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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond came out on December 4, 2025 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. It is developed by Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 6 and Retro Studios and published by Nintendo.

Last checked · Source: IGDB

At a glance
ReleasedDec 4, 2025
PlatformsSwitch 2 · Switch2 platforms

Key facts

Release date
December 4, 2025
Platforms
Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Developer
Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 6, Retro Studios
Publisher
Nintendo
Genres
Shooter, Platform, Adventure
Critic rating
84/100
Length

How long is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond?

Players report about 14 hours (main + extras), averaged from 5 submitted times.

Main + extras
14 hours
Completionist
18 hours

Source: IGDB, checked . Averages of 5 player-submitted times, not an official length; yours will vary.

Trailer

About Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

Deadly sharpshooter Sylux has finally caught up with renowned bounty hunter Samus Aran! After an unexpected accident in the wake of their clash, Samus finds herself transported to Viewros— a mysterious planet once inhabited by an ancient race. Now she must explore this planet, all while battling the strange creatures that inhabit it, to find her way home. Scan your surroundings for clues, make the most of your equipment and weapons, and use Samus's newfound psychic abilities— and her technologically advanced bike, the Vi-O-La— to traverse and explore the environment. Operate mechanisms, control your charge beam, and more— you'll need every tool at your disposal to survive and escape Viewros!

Screenshots

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FAQ

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond: common questions

Answered from the data on this page: IGDB, last checked November 2, 2026, and Steam or other sources where an answer names them.

When did Metroid Prime 4: Beyond come out?

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond came out on December 4, 2025 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.

Is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond out yet?

Yes. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond came out on December 4, 2025 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.

What platforms is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on?

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is available on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.

Is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on PC?

A PC version has not been announced. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.

How long is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond?

Based on 5 player-submitted times on IGDB, the main story plus extras about 14 hours and a completionist run about 18 hours in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. These are averages from a small group of players, not an official length.

Who is making Metroid Prime 4: Beyond?

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is developed by Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 6 and Retro Studios and published by Nintendo.

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