Nintendo's latest Direct presentation ended with the highly anticipated reveal of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, scheduled to launch in 2025. While fans rejoiced at the return of this beloved franchise, some were disappointed by the game's similarities to previous entries. With a troubled development history, including a complete restart in 2019, Prime 4 has had ample time to develop, but fan expectations have soared over the years. The game, confirmed to be for the Switch, is simply the next chapter in an ongoing narrative, not a groundbreaking overhaul. Visual improvements from Metroid Prime Remastered indicate a step forward for Prime 4, but comparisons to its predecessors may lead to misconceptions. While it may not be Nintendo's 'Breath of the Wild moment', Prime 4 promises to deliver a thrilling continuation of the franchise in 2025.