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Metroid Prime 4 Received Age Rating

Get ready, Metroid Prime fans! It seems that the long-awaited Metroid Prime 4: Beyond might be closer to launch than we thought, as a Korean age ratings body has classified it, hinting at its completion.

Carlos Mendoza · 2 min read

Age Rating Revealed for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Anticipated Release Soon?

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has received an age rating from South Korea's Game Rating and Administration Committee (GRAC), classifying it for players aged 12 and above. This rating typically suggests that a game's development is nearing completion and is ready for release. The GRAC described Metroid Prime 4: Beyond as a violent game where players combat aliens using suit-integrated weapons. The board disclosed no further details. The rating's release has intensified speculation that Nintendo may soon reveal additional information, such as a release date, potentially during an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation, which fans are eagerly anticipating. Given that Pokemon Legends: Arceus is scheduled for an October release, the timing of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's launch—whether before or after the new Pokemon title—remains a subject of discussion.

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For those who have been taking advantage of Nintendo’s Switch Voucher program, there's some important news on the horizon. Jonathan Dubinski over at Players for Life recently broke down what this means for gamers and how it will impact future purchases (read his full post here: Nintendo Ends Game Vouchers in 2026). With the program ending on January 30, 2026, now is a good time to check if you have any vouchers lingering in your digital wallet. Don’t miss out on this comprehensive look at what’s changing and how you can make the most of it before it’s too late! For gamers looking for the latest sales data on Japan’s hottest console release, be sure to check out our recent post "Nintendo Switch 2 Sold 1.4 Million Units in 3 Weeks in Japan" by Ahmed Hassan (July 3, 2025). The article details how Nintendo's new offering is making waves with impressive figures, leaving its predecessor and competitors in the dust. Dive into the numbers and see why this launch is turning heads across the gaming industry (Nintendo Switch 2 Sold 1.4 Million Units in 3 Weeks in Japan). For all you Nintendo enthusiasts out there, be sure to mark your calendars! Carlos Mendoza over at Players for Life has just published an exciting report on the latest leaks surrounding a rumored upcoming Nintendo Direct event (July 15, 2025). With the recent surge of announcements including the Switch 2 and Mario Kart World, plus the imminent release of Donkey Kong Bananza, there’s plenty to speculate about. Could Metroid Prime 4's release date finally be revealed? Head over to Next Nintendo Event Reportedly Leaked for all the juicy details and keep your fingers crossed!

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Game info

Official Name
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Brief Summary
The galaxy’s greatest bounty hunter Samus Aran will embark on a new mission in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.
Platforms
Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Released
December 31, 2025
Genre
Shooter, Adventure
Play Modes
Single player
Content Rating
12
Languages
French, Japanese
Genre
Nintendo, Retro Studios, Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 6
Genre
Nintendo

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