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The opening chapter of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond doesn't hint at much innovation, but because it's been so long since the last Metroid Prime game this feels oddly fresh in 2025. Combat, exploration and puzzle solving are all looking great, but there is one thing that's making me a little more cautious about Metroid Prime 4 than I expected to be...
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