Nintendo Fans Spot Giant Metroid Prime 4 Ad Claiming 'Out Now'

A giant advertisement for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond spotted at London's Oxford Circus tube station claiming the game is “out now” has sparked confusion and excitement among fans. Officially, Nintendo has not announced a specific release date, hinting only at a vague launch this year. This discrepancy has led to theories that the advert might be outdated or leaked. Despite rumors, Metroid Prime 4 has been actively developed, transitioning from a problematic phase into a highly anticipated title for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, expected to launch in 2025. The game aims to deliver an enhanced performance of up to 120 frames per second and features that utilize Joy-Con controls.

The release date for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is currently set for some time in 2025, following a troubled development process and rebooting the project after initial setbacks.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is the long-awaited continuation of the acclaimed Metroid franchise, originally announced in 2017. After facing significant development hurdles, including being handed back to Retro Studios in 2019 due to unsatisfactory progress, the title has evolved into a highly anticipated cross-generational project for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, building on the legacy of its GameCube and Wii predecessors.