Ah, the Wonderful World of amiibo in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Well, grab the popcorn and settle in, because Nintendo has finally spilled the beans on the magical powers lurking within the three amiibo tied to the illustrious Metroid Prime 4 saga. Spoiler alert: one of these mighty figures grants access to a special bonus that normally requires intense dedication, like completing everything in the game. Yes, folks, it’s like a golden ticket but without the calories.
Meet the Crew of amiibo
Nintendo has already blessed gamers with two glorious amiibo figures. One showcases our legendary hero Samus, looking fierce while aiming at what might possibly be her laundry pile. The other captures our heroine in all her glory zooming around on the ever-stylish Vi-O-La bike. And as if that wasn’t enough, a third amiibo featuring the not-so-friendly Sylux joins the party on December 4. Because what’s a game without a few antagonists, right?
What Happens When You Tap? Let’s Find Out!
Until recently, tapping those amiibo into the game was like playing a guessing game—one filled with perplexity and anticipation. But behold, the secrets have emerged from Nintendo’s official Japanese website, and they’re here to entertain.
If one even dreams of tapping the amiibo of Samus befriending her trusty Vi-O-La, brace for the color transformation of the bike! And each tap will provide the total distance that Vi-O-La has traveled. Yes, folks, it’s like a digital odometer—but much cooler. It also has the magical ability to increase the recovery speed of the bike’s boost energy every day—well, once a day. Daily limits? Who needs them!
Next up, for those who own the Samus amiibo from Metroid Prime 4 specifically, there’s a bonus that is sure to jazz up those long bike rides through Sol Valley: a change in the background music. Did someone say DJ Samus? This amiibo also activates a shield that can handle up to 99 damage points and heals our heroine. A superhero and a healer all in one adorable package—what more could one ask for?
For the Completionists (Because Why Not?)
Now, for those who consider themselves completionists—one who loves to scour every pixel and gather every item—tapping the Sylux amiibo after completing the game offers another treat. Players can unlock full versions of cinematics that are normally chopped into tantalizing fragments. Sure, this can be achieved without the amiibo, but that involves attaining a 100% scan rate and item collection. Because obviously, who doesn’t enjoy a bit of extra challenge?
Friendly (and Random) Extras
For those holding on to older amiibo from the Metroid series, or perhaps even from the illustrious Smash Bros. collection (looking at you, Zero Suit Samus, Dark Samus, and Ridley), there’s good news. Scanning these amiibo will shower players with a lovely random track from the game’s soundtrack. So if randomness is the spice of life, then players are in for quite the musical treat!
The Grand Release Date
Mark calendars, set alarms, and prepare for a gaming feast! Metroid Prime 4 is set to launch on December 4. Not to be outdone, the Switch 2 version comes equipped with dazzling features including 4K resolution at 60fps, 1080p resolution at 120fps, and HDR. And as if that wasn’t enough, it even tosses in Joy-Con 2 mouse controls—because gaming should also be an art form.
So whether you’re a casual player or one seeking the ultimate journey, Metroid Prime 4 has enough secrets and surprises hidden away to keep anyone entertained. Grab those amiibo, and prepare for the ride of a lifetime!
