Metroid Dread is an adventure action-platformer with a side view set in the sci-fi universe of Metroid. The game is a direct sequel to Metroid Fusion from 2002... Read more
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Metroid: Ravenous Leak Hints at New Switch 2 Game, Brazilian Ratings Board Listing Removed
Metroid: Ravenous, an unannounced entry in the iconic Metroid series, has surfaced in a surprising leak from Brazil's Ministry of Justice and Public Security. The game appeared in the official ratings database with Nintendo of America listed as both producer and distributor, and was marked for release on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026 before the listing was quickly removed. The country of origin was specified as the United States, further suggesting the project is in active development despite the lack of any official announcement from Nintendo.
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July 2, 2026
Mystery Metroid Ravenous Rated in Brazil
An unannounced game titled Metroid Ravenous for the Nintendo Switch 2 has been spotted in the official database of Brazil's Ministry of Justice and Public Security. Although the rating page was swiftly taken down, quick-eyed users managed to capture screenshots before it vanished.
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July 2, 2026
Metroid Prime 4 Passes One Million Copies Sold — Nintendo Confirms After Fan Panic
A Nintendo representative has confirmed to journalist Stephen Totilo that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has sold more than one million copies when combining sales across Switch and Switch 2. The confirmation came after a wave of concern among fans, sparked by the game’s absence from the company’s financial report for the period ending December 31, 2025.
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February 5, 2026
Investigation: 10-Hour Workdays Have Become the Norm at MercurySteam — the Studio Behind Metroid Dread and Castlevania
Spanish outlet 3DJuegos has published an investigation into working conditions at MercurySteam, the studio known for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, Metroid Dread, and the recent Blades of Fire. According to current and former employees, excessive overtime has become a part of daily life at the company.
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October 17, 2025
Top 20 Best Nintendo Switch Exclusives Revealed
Ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch, Metacritic published a top list of the best exclusives for the original Switch. The list features 20 titles with the highest average scores.
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May 29, 2025