Overview
- A screenshot of a now-removed entry on Brazil’s Ministry of Justice and Public Security site, captured July 1, shows a title called Metroid Ravenous with 2026 listed as year of production.
- The captured filing was attributed to Nintendo of America, indicated Switch 2 as the platform, and said about 41 minutes of material were reviewed for a 12+ rating for violence and light sexual content.
- Multiple outlets and analysts treat the board listing as an unconfirmed leak and say the short timeline and title styling make a 2D/side-scrolling sequel—rather than a new Prime-style 3D game—the most likely fit.
- Reporters and commentators are pointing to MercurySteam as the natural developer given its work on Metroid Dread, while noting the studio announced layoffs and faced workplace allegations earlier this year.
- Industry observers warn that, if real, the game would join a crowded 2026 release slate and that Nintendo has not confirmed the title as journalists continue seeking comment and further verification.