Amazon Cancels Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Pre-Orders; 2025 Release Still Planned

Amazon is refunding pre-orders for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, notifying customers via email due to "lack of availability." This development, reported on January 11, 2025, across various online forums, has sparked some concern among fans.

Refunds are promised within one to two business days. While disappointing for those who pre-ordered, particularly long-time fans who’ve waited since the game's 2017 announcement, the cancellation doesn't signal the game's cancellation. The issue appears to be solely with Amazon's ability to fulfill pre-orders at this time.

For further details on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, check out our dedicated article.

A Rocky Development History

The game's journey has been long and complex. Initially announced at E3 2017 without a named developer, development was later restarted under Retro Studios in 2019 due to the initial progress not meeting Nintendo's standards.

A gameplay trailer showcasing the antagonist, Sylux, and confirming the title Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, was released in June 2024, setting a 2025 release window. Nintendo reiterated this release date on January 3, 2025, suggesting the Amazon cancellation is an isolated incident.

The platform for the game's release remains uncertain, with the upcoming Switch 2 announcement adding another layer of speculation. Whether the game launches on the original Switch or its successor remains to be seen.