Nintendo has officially unveiled 'Metroid Ravenous', a side-scrolling sequel to the critically acclaimed Metroid Dread, set to launch exclusively for the next-gen Switch 2 console.

  • Metroid Ravenous is scheduled for release on January 28, 2027.
  • The game is a direct side-scrolling follow-up to Metroid Dread for the Nintendo Switch 2.
  • Developed by MercurySteam, the game introduces a dark 'eat or be eaten' survival mechanic.
  • A new amiibo collection and a Special Edition SteelBook bundle have been announced.

During the latest Nintendo Direct broadcast, the gaming world was treated to a stunning reveal of Metroid Ravenous. This new entry brings back the legendary bounty hunter Samus Aran in a side-scrolling adventure that serves as a direct successor to Metroid Dread. In a strategic move, Nintendo confirmed that the title will launch exclusively for the upcoming Switch 2 console on January 28, 2027.

The reveal trailer sets a grim tone, depicting Samus being ambushed by mysterious enemies capable of draining her energy. In a haunting monologue, Samus admits she has sustained grave injuries and is stranded on a moon with slim chances of escape. The trailer culminates in the chilling phrase, "It's eat or be eaten," suggesting a gameplay shift where Samus must consume her enemies to survive and recover her strength.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that Metroid Ravenous is positioned as a flagship title to showcase the hardware capabilities of the Switch 2. By partnering again with the Spanish studio MercurySteam—the architects behind Metroid Dread and Metroid: Samus Returns—Nintendo is doubling down on the polished, modern combat and exploration that earned Dread a 9/10 rating. Chronologically, Ravenous sits at the very end of the series timeline, occurring years after the events of Metroid Prime 4.

"The shift toward a 'predatory' survival mechanic in Metroid Ravenous marks a bold evolution for Samus, transforming the gameplay from pure exploration to a desperate fight for existence."

The announcement confirms long-standing rumors that began when a ratings board listing in Brazil briefly leaked the name "Metroid Ravenous." While fans initially theorized the title referred to the antagonist Raven Beak from Metroid Dread, it is now clear that the name refers to the visceral nature of the game's new survival mechanics.

Alongside the game, Nintendo announced a comprehensive amiibo collection. Fans can purchase individual figures of Samus and a Chozo Statue. For collectors, a Special Edition of the game will be available, featuring a SteelBook case and an exclusive Samus (Metroid Suit) amiibo bundle.

Did You Know?: The Metroid franchise is split into two distinct styles: the 2D side-scrollers (like Dread and Ravenous) and the 3D first-person Metroid Prime series, though they all share the same overarching narrative universe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Which console is Metroid Ravenous launching on?
Answer: It is launching exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2.

Question 2: Does the game continue the plot of Metroid Prime 4?
Answer: While part of the same franchise, it is a side-scrolling sequel to Metroid Dread and takes place chronologically after Metroid Prime 4, rather than being a direct narrative continuation.