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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Unlocks Samus’s New Psychic Powers

Mar 27, 2025 2:24 PM

During the recent Nintendo Direct, fans were treated to new gameplay details of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Set on the mysterious Planet Viewros, this installment introduces Samus Aran's psychic abilities that allow her to manipulate objects from a distance, unlock doors, and control energy beams. While a specific release date is still pending, the game is confirmed for the original Switch console, leaving fans eager for more news, especially regarding a potential Switch 2 version. The announcement follows the positive reception of the Metroid Prime remaster for Switch in 2023, making this upcoming entry highly anticipated.

nWhat new abilities will Samus have in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond?

In Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Samus will gain psychic powers, enabling her to operate mechanisms from afar, unlock doors, and control beam trajectories in slow motion, enhancing the gameplay experience significantly.

Metroid Prime 4 is the latest addition to the critically acclaimed Metroid franchise, known for its immersive exploration and action-packed gameplay. The series has evolved since its debut, bringing players into a rich sci-fi universe filled with alien threats. This new installment aims to build upon the legacy of previous games while exploring new gameplay mechanics and storytelling elements, ensuring that both longstanding fans and newcomers can enjoy the adventure ahead.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2025-03-27 14:36:11
Psychic Samus sounds like a game-changer—finally giving her abilities that feel fresh while staying true to the series' exploration roots. Fingers crossed the Switch hardware can keep up with these ambitious mechanics Love that they're innovating with psychic powers instead of just rehashing old upgrades—now we just need that release date to stop feeling like a psychic vision itself.
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