The results of this poll are now available here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

We've published a roundup of the #Metroid news we had, and the content we shared on our website, in February 2026. shinesparkers.net/february-202...

A new survey created by a member of the #Metroid fan community asks: how would you polish #MetroidPrime4? Would you change the Green Energy Crystal hunt? Reduce or increase the difficulty? See our newest post for more information, and a link to fill in the survey! shinesparkers.net/community-su...

New feature! Have you ever wanted the 2-D #Metroid saga in one package? Our team certainly did, and they've come up with a concept for a compilation of the 5-part Metroid story on Switch 2, adding QOL improvements and extra content. Click below to read! shinesparkers.net/feature-conc...

Today we're sharing Episode 34 of the Shinesparkers Podcast, a spoilercast for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond! Amanda, Roy and Irene share their perspectives after completing the game, including on the characters, story, gameplay and where we go from here. shinesparkers.net/podcast/epis...

Today we're sharing Episode 34 of the Shinesparkers Podcast, a spoilercast for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond! Amanda, Roy and Irene share their perspectives after completing the game, including on the characters, story, gameplay and where we go from here. shinesparkers.net/podcast/epis...

We'll be sharing Episode 34 of The Shinesparkers Podcast, our spoilercast for #MetroidPrime4, later today! Watch this space.

Following some consternation yesterday about neither the Switch nor Switch 2 versions of Metroid Prime 4 (Dec. 4) making Nintendo's million-seller list for the period ending Dec 31, a Nintendo rep confirmed to me today that the combined sales of those 2 versions have in fact passed a million copies

Nintendo's earnings report, which lists their games that have sold over 1 million copies, does not include #MetroidPrime4. See our newest post for more: shinesparkers.net/nintendo-ear...

We've prepared a roundup of the #Metroid news we had in January 2026, and the features and videos we published on our website and YouTube channel. shinesparkers.net/january-2026...

It is live (a day early)! These are the Top 10 Metroid characters for Super Smash Bros. 6! No prizes for who made the top 2, but who do you think out of them made number 1? FInd out in this video. #Metroid #SuperSmashBros #Smash6 youtu.be/R7jMOxm2Xgg

UPDATE: in a statement to IGN, Nintendo says that the banner incorrectly showed Metroid Prime 2 and Pikmin 2 and neither game is currently planned for NSO. Bummer.

BREAKING NEWS: a banner for Nintendo Switch Online has appeared on Walmart's website, and it includes #Metroid Prime 2: Echoes among the games! Could it be coming to NSO soon? shinesparkers.net/metroid-prim...

On our YouTube channel, we've published a video compiling all Metroid-related posts on the Nintendo Switch News app as of January 2026. Check it out below! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gezu...

#Metroid Fusion and Metroid Prime 2: Echoes are among the games being played at a speedrun event called ICE Breaker, which will run from Jan. 30-Feb. 1. It will support residents of Minnesota as they contend with ICE's presence. shinesparkers.net/charity-spee...

For those of you that prefer to watch our podcast on YouTube, we've published Episode 33 with @laurakbuzz.bsky.social tonight! You can watch/listen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRxC...

New feature! Earlier this month, an interview was published with Kensuke Tanabe in Nintendo Dream, discussing #MetroidPrime4Beyond. Another huge thank you to @dartsenthusiast.bsky.social for the translation! Check it out below: shinesparkers.net/feature-metr...

We are aware of the new interview with Kensuke Tanabe in Nintendo Dream about #MetroidPrime4Beyond. Our own translation of the full interview is currently in progress, and we will share it with you as soon as possible.

Our friends at Source Gaming have asked, if Super Smash Bros. 6 ever happens and you could choose a new Metroid fighter to join the fray, who would you pick? They're accepting answers until January 16th, so make your voices heard!

In Europe, #MetroidPrime4 was the top most downloaded #NintendoSwitch2 game of December 2025! See our newest post for a breakdown of this new sales data. shinesparkers.net/metroid-prim...

But wait, there's more! We have an additional review to share with you all. shinesparkers.net/features/shi...

Members of the Shinesparkers team came together to share a group review of #MetroidPrime4Beyond, each assessing one aspect of the game. Click the link below to read our thoughts on the voice acting, story, world building, gameplay and music! shinesparkers.net/feature-shin...

Nintendo if they want to be cool: #MetroidPrime4 #Tetris99

Our first feature of 2026 is live! We translated an interview Famitsu published with someone on the #MetroidPrime4 development team. Among the topics discussed are the challenges in development, Sol Valley, Sylux and the Gal Fed Troopers. Enjoy! shinesparkers.net/feature-metr...

We've finished this and will be sharing it imminently.

We are recording the next episode of the Shinesparkers Podcast tomorrow, sharing our thoughts on #MetroidPrime4Beyond after finishing it. For the mailbag segment, we want to ask you: What did you think of Metroid Prime 4? Let us know, and we'll read some on the episode!

If you haven't yet, be sure to check out this video from @katewillaert.bsky.social on the origin of the term #Metroidvania and how it spread across popular culture. Super fascinating!

Happy new year everyone! We've published a roundup of all the #Metroid news we had in December 2025. Check it out at the link below. shinesparkers.net/december-202...

We are closing out 2025 with our annual End of Year feature, recapping the #Metroid news we received in 2025 and the content we shared. shinesparkers.net/feature-end-...

There is a new interview in Famitsu that delves into the development of #MetroidPrime4. We are currently working on our own translation of it and will share that with you as soon as we can.

Wave 4 is now available! As a bonus, all previous waves of icons can once again be obtained until January 3, 2026 at 4:59 pm PST / 7:59 pm EST.

Thank you to everyone who submitted photos and clips of your first moments with #MetroidPrime4Beyond for our new video. It's now live, and you can watch it below! #SamusIsBack #OperationMetroidPrime4 www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXm5...

Wave 3 is now available until Christmas Eve!

Unused NPC dialogue in #MetroidPrime4Beyond has been discovered through datamining. Find out more by reading our new post. #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/unused-dialo...

#MetroidPrime4Beyond has fallen to 15 on the UK physical sales charts, but is the second best selling title in Switzerland this week. #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/metroid-prim...

A "World Databook" with expanded lore has been shared for #MetroidPrime4Beyond on Nintendo Today! #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/metroid-prim...

Important question: How many Syluxes can fit inside a Honda Civic? #OperationMetroidPrime4

Famitsu has reported how #MetroidPrime4Beyond sold in its first week of release in Japan. See our newest post for more information. #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/metroid-prim...

Last call for submissions! If you want to be included in our upcoming video, send photos of your copies of Metroid Prime 4 + amiibo and other merch to mp4video [at] shinesparkers [dot] net. We'll be sharing the video very soon.

Unused NPC dialogue in #MetroidPrime4Beyond has been discovered through datamining. Find out more by reading our new post. #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/unused-dialo...

Wave 2 of the Nintendo Switch Online icons for #MetroidPrime4Beyond are now available! #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/wave-2-of-me...

Have you tried to pet the Snow Wolves in #MetroidPrime4Beyond? #OperationMetroidPrime4

North American My Nintendo users can get a set of two holographic posters for #MetroidPrime4Beyond now! Details in our new post. #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/metroid-prim...

#MetroidPrime4Beyond has debuted at #3 on the UK sales chart. #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/metroid-prim...

Have you been enjoying Metroid Prime 4? Reminder to send us your photos, videos and messages for a chance to be featured in our upcoming video!

Announcement: we are making a special video to commemorate the release of #MetroidPrime4Beyond, and you can help! We are looking to include photos and videos of the moment you get your copies. Visit our site for more details! #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/shinesparker...

HAPPY METROID PRIME 4 LAUNCH DAY! The day we've waited for since June 2017 has finally come. #Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is now out and playable at long, long, LONG last. We hope that everyone enjoys the game, and we look forward to hearing your (spoiler-free) impressions! See you on Viewros!

#NintendoMusic has dropped a special release: 7 tracks from #MetroidPrime4Beyond are now available for listening! See the new post on our site for the track list. #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/nintendo-mus...

1 DAY UNTIL #MetroidPrime4Beyond!!!!!!!! Are you ready to be transported to Viewros? #OperationMetroidPrime4

With only one day until its launch, #MetroidPrime4Beyond has received its day 1 patch on both Nintendo Switch 1 and 2. See the new post on our website for what it includes. #OperationMetroidPrime4 shinesparkers.net/metroid-prim...