Amazon Cancels Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Pre-Orders – What Does This Mean?
Reports surfaced on January 11, 2025, indicating Amazon is canceling pre-orders for the highly anticipated Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Affected customers are receiving emails explaining the cancellation, citing "lack of availability." Amazon assures full refunds within one to two business days.
This news has understandably disappointed some fans, especially those who pre-ordered since the game's initial announcement at E3 2017. However, the cancellation doesn't signal the game's demise; it simply means pre-orders are temporarily unavailable through Amazon.
For more details on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, check out our dedicated article.
A Look Back at Metroid Prime 4's Development
Initially announced at E3 2017, Metroid Prime 4’s development faced significant hurdles. Initially, Retro Studios, the developer of previous Metroid Prime titles, was not involved. Two years later, Nintendo revealed a development restart under Retro Studios, citing the initial progress as not meeting their standards.
A gameplay trailer released in June 2024 during a Nintendo Direct finally showcased Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, confirming Sylux as the antagonist and setting a 2025 release date. Nintendo reiterated the 2025 release window in an early January 2025 news post.
While Amazon's cancellation might raise concerns, Nintendo's recent statement suggests the game remains on track for a 2025 launch. The platform remains uncertain, however, with the upcoming Switch 2 launch adding another layer of speculation.
