Samus Unveils Psychic Powers in Metroid Prime 4 on Viewros

During today's Nintendo Switch Direct, fans were treated to an exciting new glimpse of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, featuring innovative psychic-infused gameplay and a striking new red-and-purple suit for Samus Aran. The showcased footage delved into a variety of psychic abilities that Samus will harness to navigate the game's mysterious world upon its release later this year.

The gameplay exudes a BioShock-like atmosphere as Samus explores the enigmatic jungle planet of Viewros. Here, she scans ancient stone figures and confronts new adversaries using a captivating purple energy, which she adeptly controls with her free hand. While details about Viewros remain scarce, it's evident that intelligent life has long revered the massive tree at its center, to which Samus has been unexpectedly transported.

Nintendo remains tight-lipped about the exact launch date of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond within its 2025 release window. However, the latest gameplay reveal offers insight into the mechanics of Samus's new abilities. These powers not only enable interaction with mysterious mechanisms but also allow players to guide energy shots through the planet's indigenous wildlife.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has experienced a tumultuous development journey. Initially unveiled with just a logo at E3 2017, it disappeared from the public eye for years, underwent a developer change, and reemerged last year with its first gameplay footage. Today's Direct, focused exclusively on the current Nintendo Switch, leaves open the question of whether Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will receive any enhancements on the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Thankfully, it's confirmed that the game will be playable across both platforms.

For a comprehensive overview of all announcements from today's Nintendo Switch Direct, you can find more details right here.