How did ‘Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’ end up so wrong?

Why would Nintendo fill the latest ‘Metroid’ entry with a rote sci-fi story, annoying new characters, and a literal sandbox?
COGconnected

Things You’ll Wish You Knew About Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Before You Play It)

Whether you're new to Metroid games or a seasoned player, we've got a handy guide to help prepare you for Metroid Prime 4: ...

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review – good game, but not a good Metroid Prime game

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a good game, but it's not necessarily a good Metroid game.
Roger Ebert

With “Metroid Prime 4,” Nintendo’s Frankenstein is Beyond Saving

Beyond” has had an uncharacteristically troubled development cycle. After it was completely rebooted in 2017, we’ve finally ...
The Escapist

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review – Better late than never

In that regard, Metroid Prime 4 is a fantastic glance through Samus’ visor that’s been a long time in the making. And, while ...
Engadget

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review: an excellent modernization, but not a total reinvention

It’s been 18 years since the last Metroid Prime game, but I felt right at home in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Almost too at home. Whether fighting my way through a volcano, exploring a research base in a ...
The Escapist

Metroid Prime 4 Vs Metroid Dread

Metroid is finally taking back its rightful place as one of Nintendo’s most beloved franchises, but which of its modern ...
Engadget

'Metroid Prime 4: Beyond' thrillingly brings the series into the modern era

Earlier this year, I played Metroid Prime for the first time in at least a decade. Back in 2023, Nintendo released a remastered version of the 2002 classic for the Switch, and I felt like dusting it ...