7 Years After Its Announcement, Metroid Prime 4 Is More Important Than Ever
There's no doubt that is currently the most anticipated title for the Nintendo Switch. From its initial announcement during E3 2017, has remained a popular talking point during the Switch's lifespan as fans eagerly awaited the game's release. With that in mind, it will surely be a relief for those fans that they'll finally get their hands on when it makes its way to the Switch in 2025.
However, in the years following 's first reveal, the franchise as a whole has gone through some major changes. From new releases, to development struggles and delays, the series suddenly has a whole new set of eyes on it, and with that comes a wealth of new expectations. is no longer another game in a slew of anticipated releases, but a key moment in determining the future of the series as a whole, making its release more important than ever.
Despite being responsible for some of Nintendo's greatest games, the series hasn't always seen huge success. The franchise's lackluster sales, which pale in comparison to the likes of and, meant that was often overlooked. In fact, prior to the series' return on Switch, the series was at a low point in its history, thanks in large part to many long hiatuses interspersed with some disappointing entries, including and the infamous .
Thankfully, Nintendo has made an effort to revitalize the beloved series on the Switch. Players were treated to some major releases, including the excellent , the series' first original 2D entry in 19 years, as well as a remaster of , one of the franchise's most popular and acclaimed titles. These titles ended up being the boost that desperately needed, resulting in some of the best-selling games in its history and renewing interest in the series after its decade-long struggle.
The Switch has brought a verdant era for Nintendo exclusives, but there’s one series that I hope is finally given its due when its successor arrives.
More important than the success of these titles is the clear message Nintendo is sending out to
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