<div id="readability-page-1"><figure>  <img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/Switch_MetroidPrime4Beyond_SCRN_Samus_01.png/query-Y3JvcD0wLDAsMTAwLDEwMCZxdWFsaXR5PTkwJnN0cmlwPWFsbA?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="1920" height="1080" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/Switch_MetroidPrime4Beyond_SCRN_Samus_01.png/query-Y3JvcD0wLDAsMTAwLDEwMCZxdWFsaXR5PTkwJnN0cmlwPWFsbA"/>  <figcaption>   </figcaption> </figure> <p>The most graphically-impressive first-person shooter made for the Nintendo Switch is $20 off at Best Buy. Right now, you can buy the physical version of <em><strong>Metroid Prime 4: Beyond</strong></em> for $39.99 ($20 off). The game looks surprisingly good on the 2017 hardware, but runs <em>way</em> better on the Switch 2 with the additional $10 upgrade pack that unlocks hi-res textures, faster loading times, and Joy-Con mouse mode.</p>  <p>If you’re gaming on a Switch 2, getting the discounted game and the digital upgrade pack costs $50 versus its normal $70 price for the Switch 2 Edition version. Yeah, it’s a little confusing.</p> <div><h3>Metroid Prime 4: Beyond</h3> <figure><img width="300" height="200" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/beyond.jpg/query-dz0zMDA?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/beyond.jpg/query-dz0zMDA"/></figure> <h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li> <strike>$59.99</strike> $39.99 at <strong>Best Buy (Switch)</strong></li></ul></div> <p>The latest <em>Prime </em>game is a departure from the previous entries, the last of which was released all the way back in 2007. <em>Beyond </em>features an open-world design with plenty of associated trappings. There are map markers, collectibles, and a slick motorcycle to take bounty hunter Samus Aran across the huge desert where <em>Beyond’s</em> story unfolds. I agree with our review by Andrew Webster that these new additions feel out of place in the franchise, but I still had a good time, and the campaign doesn’t overstay its welcome.</p></div>

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<p>Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is currently available at Best Buy for $39.99, a $20 discount. The game performs well on the Nintendo Switch and even better on the Switch 2 with a $10 upgrade for enhanced graphics and loading times. The total cost for the discounted game and upgrade on Switch 2 is $50, down from $70. The game features an open-world design, new gameplay elements, and a campaign that is engaging without being overly lengthy.</p>

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond got its first big discount