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Walmart takes a bite off the cost of Metroid Ravenous physical preorders
The Verge • • technology
Key Points:
- Metroid Ravenous, a return to 2D side-scrolling gameplay, is set to release on January 28, 2027, for the Nintendo Switch 2, marking the first side-scrolling entry since Metroid Dread in 2021.
- Walmart is offering a $10 discount on the physical version of Metroid Ravenous, pricing it at $59.88 compared to the standard $69.99, similar to the digital price; however, the duration of this preorder discount is uncertain.
- The game was revealed during Nintendo’s September 2026 Direct, showcasing cinematic sequences, fast-paced action, and Samus acquiring powerful abilities, though many story and gameplay details remain undisclosed.
- For those who haven't played Metroid Dread, it is currently available at a discounted price of $41.99 on Amazon as part of Nintendo’s “Customer Appreciation” sale running through September 26, 2026.
