A parasitic monster becoming more iconic than half the heroes in its own franchise is rare, but that’s exactly the case with Metroid — and it’s why collectors have been waiting years for a proper statue of the creature. The wait is almost over: First 4 Figures will open preorders for its Metroid statue on August 20, 2026.
The piece recreates the parasitic predator from Metroid Prime, a creature that’s become just as recognizable as Samus Aran herself. The studio has already released a teaser trailer along with several photos of the upcoming figure, though the one detail everyone’s waiting for — the price — won’t be revealed until next week, closer to launch.
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What we know about the Metroid statue so far
Based on the footage and images shared so far, the fully painted collectible will feature:
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Height — roughly 9 inches (22.86 cm)
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A themed display base matching the Metroid universe’s aesthetic
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Detailed membrane and core textures true to the creature’s in-game anatomy
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Premium collectible status, not a mass-market action figure
For longtime fans, this isn’t just “a monster on a pedestal.” Metroids are lore-wise artificial organisms engineered by the bird-like Chozo race to control the X parasite population, and in their natural habitat on planet SR388, they sit at the top of the food chain. They drain a victim’s life force through two sets of fangs while leaving organs and blood untouched — a design detail that clearly shaped this statue. First 4 Figures is known for nailing that kind of detail, so expect the gelatinous body, translucent membrane, and the creature’s signature red cores to be the centerpiece of the sculpt.
Why this statue matters beyond the Metroid fanbase
First 4 Figures regularly ships limited runs tied to iconic games, and pieces like this tend to sell out fast at the preorder stage — especially when the subject is a memorable enemy rather than a playable protagonist. Metroid checks every box here: an instantly recognizable silhouette, almost no competition in the collectible market for this specific franchise, and steady demand fueled by the recent Metroid Prime Remastered re-release.
There’s one catch worth flagging: no pricing, no word on edition size, and no shipping timeline yet. For anyone who’s ordered from First 4 Figures before, that’s par for the course — the studio typically holds off on pricing until closer to launch to avoid early comparisons with competitors.
If you’re planning to grab one, it’s worth signing up for alerts on the official site or social channels now — limited runs based on iconic Nintendo antagonists tend to sell out within days, and reorders aren’t guaranteed.
