Rumor: Nintendo Direct to Fully Reveal Metroid Prime 4 in September

Nintendo fans may finally get the news they’ve been waiting for after a rumor hints at a full Metroid Prime 4: Beyond reveal at a Nintendo Direct in September. The rumor suggests the event will take place on September 12, one day before the Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary.

First announced in 2017 at E3 and later revealed as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond in 2024 at the June Nintendo Direct, the upcoming shooter could get a full reveal in mid-September if rumors are correct.

Anticipation has been growing for the game since its initial announcement, despite Nintendo restarting development on it in 2019 through Retro Studios, the developer of the original game in 2002.

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The Rumor and What We Know So Far

Teased by SwitchForce on X and confirmed by VGC through sources, Nintendo is planning a Direct for September 12. Nintendo has not officially announced a showcase for next month.

While we don’t know what a potential showcase will feature, many expect it to feature something Mario-related due to it being the franchise’s 40th anniversary, and Metroid Prime 4, which is due to launch sometime in 2025.

Metroid Prime 4 Release Date

Nintendo dropped the latest Metroid Prime 4: Beyond trailer in March, confirming the game remains on track for a release this year.

In recent months, the game has received ratings from numerous rating boards, including the ESRB, which assigned it a PEGI 12 rating. This suggests Nintendo is ready at least to announce a release date.

What to Expect Next

If the rumors are true, fans can expect a possible gameplay trailer or a release date announcement on September 12 at the Nintendo Direct.

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Conclusion

A new rumor is hinting at a possible Nintendo Direct showcase in mid-September, with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond set to feature. Do you think Nintendo will reveal the game’s release date next month? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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