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Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition release date

ConfirmedGameNintendo Switch 2

It’s eat or be eaten! Survive against vicious assailants to escape labyrinthine ruins Take control of Samus Aran, a renowned bounty hunter ambushed by unknown attackers and marooned on an unfamiliar moon. Gather your arsenal, navigate a maze of corridors, hunt down powerful bosses, and use your newly awakened Metroid instincts to devour your foes. You’ll need to strike quickly and aggressively with beams, missiles, and more—lest you become the enemy’s next meal. Get an amiibo figure and more with Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition This Special Edition includes the Samus (Metroid Suit) – Metroid Ravenous Series amiibo figure*, which you can tap for in-game extras. It also includes a SteelBook case.

Release date
January 28, 2027
Developer
MercurySteam
Publisher
Nintendo
Genre
Shooter, Platform, Adventure

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Release dates by platform and region

PlatformRegionDateUnlock timeStatusSource
Nintendo Switch 2WorldwideNot announcedConfirmedSource

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Trailers and gameplay

Release date history

  1. Date announced: January 28, 2027. Status: confirmed — Upstream update (igdb) Source

Frequently asked questions

When does Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition release?

Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition is scheduled to release on January 28, 2027 (confirmed).

What time does Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition unlock?

The exact unlock time has not been announced. Most digital releases unlock at midnight local time or at a single global time set by the publisher; this page will list it as soon as it is known.

Which platforms is Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition on?

Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition is releasing on Nintendo Switch 2.

Has Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition been delayed?

No delay has been announced. This page tracks every date change with a source link.

Can I pre-order Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition?

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