Samus Aran fans who are hoping that Nintendo will pull a fast one on us and stealth release Metroid Prime 4 soon like it did for Metroid Prime Remastered can give up all hope for that - at least given the recent rumors. According to multiple sources, including controversial Nintendo leaker Zippo, the upcoming game might see a release no sooner than summer 2024.
This speculation aligns with the idea that Metroid Prime 4 could be the last major release for the Nintendo Switch before the launch of its highly anticipated successor console, the Nintendo Switch 2. Nevertheless, we'd advise Metroid fans to temper their expectations given Zippo's less than stellar track record recently.
The development of Metroid Prime 4 has been anything but smooth. Initially announced at E3 2017, the game's development faced significant challenges. Originally being developed by Bandai Namco, Nintendo decided to restart the project with Retro Studios, the creators of the original Metroid Prime trilogy. This decision pushed the game's development timeline even further.
Retro Studios' involvement is seen positively by many fans. The American developer was the brains behind the acclaimed Metroid Prime trilogy on the Gamecube and Wii, making them an ideal choice to helm this project. Its expertise and familiarity with the series promise a game that will do justice to Samus Aran's legacy.