same boring remakes strategy during the last 25 yearts after n64, a totally average game with the exception that the title contains the nostalgic name "metroid" and "nintendo". avoid at any cost.
That chatty NPC is barely a nuisance after the first area, ignore the haters. Fantastically fun and brilliantly atmospheric adventure shooter.
I played in a Nintendo switch 1 system and I liked so much.
This game is completely enjoyable in this version.
Also the game is interesting and good.
Mixed bag on this.
Will start with the good. Samus has literally never looked cooler, her 2 new suits are sleek and great visually. The scenery and graphics are very sharp (except for the place we all know they aren't). The combat is a decent fare for the genre and
Semi remake of first Prime with awful writing (at Michael Bay's worst movie level), the desert and the bike that felt like a chore, not interconnected zones, not so much inspired in general. Almost 10 years for this is kind of disappointing.
Great new entry in the Metroid Prime franchise. I had lots of fun, graphics and music are top notch. Definitely recommended to any Metroid fan.
Absolutely fantastic new entry. They really understood in particular the atmospheric progression from Metroid Prime 1 to 3 and how to continue that in a more modern (fidelity-wise) context.
The choice of first zone was smart, too. Overwhelmingly beautiful, it both showcases 120 FPS performance and 4K quality modes well.
idk why everyone is hating on this game. its really dam good.
Awesome game! Art, atmosphere and gameplay are top notch. Retro Studios delivered once more.
Too much marvel-like writing, this game isnt for fans, its for "modern" audiences. truly a bad experience
Decent game but dragged down by mind baffling choices. Whether or not you'll like this game is determined by a few things:
- Do you mind the open dessert?
- Do you mind the GFS Troopers?
- Do you mind the linear level design?
The could've actually been a lot better if they had
Final score 85/100 -> 8.5(9)/10
TL;DR if you like Metroid, and/or like Metroid-vania games and FPSes, give this game a shot; you'll enjoy it. If you don't like Metroid-vania games, or could take or leave Metroid as a franchise, skip this one.
price: 60/100 (only counted as 3/4ths of
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As a non Prime series fan, this felt much like the others. Could have used updates to match modern gaming. Average to me.
Amazing game so far.
Great gameplay, music and stellar graphics. The story is alright as well.
Contrary to what other reviewers say the desert/"open-world" part isn't that bad honestly. It's a nice change of pace compared to the action-packed bioms.
Edit as of 4th of January 2026:
Having thought about my time with this game a little more, I've decided to update this review to be considerably more negative.
TL;DR:
In case your not interested in the bulk of the review, first, my overall recommendation of this game. I DO NOT recommend it,
Disclaimer;
I have played the Switch 1 Version. Review contains spoilers. English is not my first language.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
isnt a Metroid for the Prime 1 or even Prime 2 fans but more a Metroid for modern audiences. The game has beautyfull cinematics and especially the first Area looks very well