"Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is one of those games that been a long time coming. Fans have been waiting almost a decade for the next entry in Samus' first-person adventures. Early previews painted an alarming picture of overly chatty sidekicks ruining what's traditionally a lonely and moody experience. Meanwhile formal reviews run a gamut of opinions, leaving the game in the interesting if tiresome discourse-inducing "7 / 10" range - not perfect, not awful, but possessed of a certain something"
"So what exactly is that something? Does Metroid Prime 4 even have it and if it does, does it make it worth the eight-year wait? My colleague Andrew Webster ( who reviewed the game) and I want to answer those questions and more from Verge subscribers right here in the comments. Since the game isn't out yet, we can't answer anything too spoilery, particularly as"
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond arrives after nearly a decade-long wait, promising a first-person Samus adventure with new features. Early previews suggested overly talkative companions that could undermine the series' traditional solitary, moody tone. Published reviews vary widely, often settling around a middling '7/10' that signals flaws alongside unique appeal. Key questions include whether the game actually captures the elusive 'something' that elevates Metroid entries and whether new elements justify the eight-year gap. Non-spoiler topics available for discussion include Samus' new bike, companion characters, fresh abilities, and general design choices that affect the franchise's signature feel.
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