Metroid Ravenous Announced for January 28, 2027 on Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo used its September 9, 2026 Direct to unveil Metroid Ravenous, the next 2D adventure starring Samus Aran. The announcement came via a short trailer and a tweet from Nintendo of America that declared, “It’s eat or be eaten when Metroid Ravenous, the latest game in the 2D Metroid series, arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 Jan 28!”

The title is slated for release on January 28, 2027, exclusively on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 hardware. It is positioned as a direct follow‑up to 2021’s Metroid Dread, retaining familiar systems such as directional aiming and the parry mechanic while adding a new survival twist.

According to early gameplay footage, Samus must now feed on defeated enemies to replenish power, a mechanic summed up by the tagline “eat or be eaten.” The suit design has taken on a distinctly insectoid appearance, and Samus can deploy an energy blade for close‑quarters slicing. A highlight of the trailer shows a flamboyant, Kamen Rider‑inspired kick that dispatches foes with cinematic flair.

These additions suggest a more aggressive, resource‑management focused loop compared with Dread’s emphasis on precision platforming and evasion. The shift to a bug‑like aesthetic also hints at narrative ties to the mysterious moon where Samus is stranded after an unknown attack.

Fans of the series have a little over four months to speculate on how the feeding system will integrate with classic Metroid exploration. With the Switch 2 launch window approaching, Metroid Ravenous stands as one of the flagship titles intended to showcase the new console’s capabilities.