Metroid Prime 4: Beyond to Feature Exclusive Content via Amiibo Support
Nintendo has revealed that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will integrate amiibo functionality, unlocking exclusive in-game benefits for players who scan compatible figures. Scanning specific amiibo will grant players access to helpful items and upgrades, enhancing their journey through the game’s environments.
The supported amiibo include those from the Metroid Prime series - Samus Aran (various versions), Dark Samus, and Metroid – as well as those from the Super Smash Bros. series featuring characters from the Metroid universe.While the exact benefits vary per amiibo, players can expect daily rewards such as energy tank upgrades, missile refills, and other useful resources.Nintendo confirmed these benefits are designed to assist players without fundamentally altering the core gameplay experience.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is slated for release on february 8, 2024, marking the long-awaited continuation of the critically acclaimed Metroid Prime series after a decade-long development period. The game will launch exclusively on the Nintendo Switch, and the amiibo functionality adds another layer of engagement for dedicated fans of the franchise. Further details regarding specific amiibo rewards can be found on the official Nintendo website.
