Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will launch for Switch 2 and Switch on December 4, publisher Nintendo and developer Retro Studios announced. The Switch version will cost $59.99, and the Switch 2 version will cost $69.99. An upgrade pack will be available for $9.99.
Here is an overview of the game, via Nintendo:
About
After an unexpected accident, Samus finds herself transported to the mysterious planet Viewros. 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. You’ll need every tool at your disposal to survive and escape Viewros.
Bounty Hunter: Samus Aran
One of the greatest bounty hunters in the galaxy. Capable of completing any mission—no matter the danger.
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
Scan stone statues and ruins for clues on how to move forward. Battle abhorrant alien creatures who inhabit the planet.
Powers: Psychic Abilities
Mysterious powers that Samus acquires while exploring the planet. Wield them wisely to clear your path forward.
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
Watch a new trailer below. View a new set of screenshots at the gallery.
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