Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Holiday Switch 2 Commercials Spotlight New Bosses

Nintendo has quietly unveiled two new holiday-themed commercials for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on its official YouTube channel, offering fans an early look at the highly anticipated sequel's Switch 2 debut.

These short, 16-second lifestyle adverts, titled "Power Up Your Holidays," are expected to air throughout the Christmas season—timed to drive excitement and awareness as anticipation builds for one of Nintendo’s flagship franchises. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is being developed by Retro Studios and represents a major return for bounty hunter Samus Aran after years of waiting by the community.

First announced during a Nintendo Direct in 2017, the game's development was rebooted in 2019 with Retro Studios taking the helm, promising to deliver a worthy successor to the iconic Metroid Prime series, now spanning multiple Nintendo platforms including the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The new Switch 2 commercials showcase not only the immersive player experiences promised by Nintendo’s next-generation hardware but also tease new content.

Most notably, each advert briefly reveals two new bosses Samus will encounter: Xelios, described as a formidable sphere-shaped adversary, and Carvex, a menacing plant-themed foe.

These glimpses, though brief, provide fans with a tantalizing preview of the challenges and environments awaiting in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Nintendo’s commercials remain tightly focused on players engaging with the Switch 2, highlighting the system’s versatility and user-friendliness—elements likely to resonate with both veteran and new players over the holiday period.

By integrating direct footage of the new title and emphasizing moments of in-game action, Nintendo reinforces Metroid Prime 4: Beyond as a must-play exclusive for its next-generation hardware. As the Metroid Prime franchise continues to build on its legacy—having sold millions of copies worldwide since its debut in 2002—this marketing push signals Nintendo's intent to make Samus Aran’s latest adventure a centerpiece of its 2024 lineup.

While the commercials contain brief spoilers regarding boss encounters with Xelios and Carvex, they serve to heighten anticipation among series fans ahead of the official release. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is slated for exclusive release on the Nintendo Switch 2.

Fans are encouraged to visit Nintendo’s official channels for the latest updates, trailers, and announcements as the holiday season approaches.

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