Samus' latest adventure takes full advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2's hardware, offering different options when it comes to all the Metroid Prime 4 graphics modes. Depending on your preferences, TV, or monitor, it's okay if you're not sure which settings are the best to use.
There are even unique choices for the Metroid Prime 4 Beyond graphics modes while playing it in handheld style. This guide goes through each option, so you can determine which graphics setting is ideal for you. Don't worry, there's no need for psychic abilities here.
Here's everything you need to know about all the Metroid Prime 4 graphics modes:
What are Metroid Prime 4 graphics modes?
Graphics modes in Metroid Prime 4 Beyond are settings you can use to alter the game's visual quality and performance. With the Nintendo Switch 2 delivering better hardware than its predecessor, you have the option to decide which graphics mode you prefer. There are two main settings: quality and performance.
Quality mode typically favors higher resolutions, ensuring that textures look crisp and the game's overall presentation is sharp and pristine. Performance mode sacrifices resolution for frames, resulting in higher framerates at the cost of fidelity. In Metroid Prime 4 Beyond, these settings are different depending on whether you're playing in docked or handheld mode.
If you're playing the game docked, Quality mode offers 4K resolution and 60fps, provided your TV or monitor can output the desired resolution. Performance mode gives you 1080p visuals, but increases the framerate to 120fps. Again, your screen needs to have the required Hz to make this possible.
Meanwhile, handheld settings are a different story. While you can still achieve 120fps, the resolution in Performance drops down to 720p. Conversely, Quality mode retains 1080p resolution but at 60fps. So, yeah, there are quite a few ways to play the game. Changing these settings isn't too difficult, though.
How do I change Metroid Prime 4 graphics modes?
If you're keen to experiment with all the different graphics toggles in Metroid Prime 4, they're only a tap away. To change graphics modes in Metroid Prime 4 Beyond, you need to follow these simple instructions.
- Tap the - button
- Press R until you find the 'settings' cog logo
- Scroll down to 'Video'
- Go into the 'Video' options and find 'Graphics Mode Preferences'
- Select which option you want to use
Which graphics mode should I use in Metroid Prime 4?
Now that you know how to change them, which graphics mode should you be using? In our honest opinion, this is down to preference. Some players like getting the most out of a game's visuals, soaking it all up in its full fidelity glory. Others prefer higher framerates, especially in plenty of the best FPS games, as it tends to feel more responsive.
In other words, if you want Metroid Prime 4 to look stunning, use Quality mode. Or if you want higher frames to take advantage of your monitor, use Performance mode.