MercurySteam Reportedly Working on Super Metroid Remake and New Metroid Title
Is Samus ready for her next mission?
RUMOR: Super Metroid remake coming from MercurySteam, alongside a new Metroid game
The Metroid franchise may be gearing up for a major comeback, as new rumors suggest that MercurySteam, the studio behind Metroid: Samus Returns and Metroid Dread, is currently working on not one but two Metroid projects. According to industry insiders, one of these projects is a full remake of the beloved 1994 classic Super Metroid, while the other is an entirely new entry in the franchise. If true, this would mark a significant commitment from Nintendo to one of its most iconic but historically underutilized series.
Super Metroid is widely regarded as one of the greatest video games ever made, setting the standard for the exploration-based action genre that would eventually bear part of its name. A remake from MercurySteam would likely follow the approach the studio took with Samus Returns, which reimagined the Game Boy title Metroid II: Return of Samus with modern graphics, updated controls, and new gameplay mechanics. Fans have long speculated about the possibility of a Super Metroid remake, and MercurySteam's proven track record with the franchise makes them a natural fit for the project.
Details about the rumored new Metroid game remain scarce, though speculation is already running wild among fans. Metroid Dread, which released in 2021 to critical acclaim and strong sales, concluded a major story arc in the franchise, leaving many wondering where Samus Aran's journey would go next. Whether the new title continues the 2D side-scrolling formula or ventures into new territory remains to be seen, but the prospect of a fresh chapter in the series has the community buzzing with excitement.
Nintendo has not officially commented on the rumors, which is typical of the company's famously tight-lipped approach to unannounced projects. However, the commercial and critical success of Metroid Dread demonstrated that there is a strong appetite for new Metroid content, making further investment in the franchise a logical move. Fans will likely be watching closely for any official announcements in the coming months, hoping that Samus is indeed ready for her next mission.