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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

How to Beat Aberax

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How to Beat Aberax - Boss Guide

Aberax is a boss fought in the UTO Research Center Hangar during the Prologue in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Check out how to beat Aberax, where the boss is located, its weak points, and any required abilities for the fight here.

Aberax Location

Found in UTO Research Center Hangar

Aberax is located at the very end of the UTO Research Center area, in the Hangar. It is encountered during the Prologue, and will appear as Samus enters the room.

Prologue Walkthrough

How to Beat Aberax

Aberax Boss Tips




Shoot the Nodes While They Aren't Glowing

Aberax Nodes

The main gimmick of the Aberax boss fight are the breakable nodes on its torso. These nodes are the only way to hurt Aberax, and can't be damaged while they glow so shoot them only when they aren't yellow.

As the fight goes on, more nodes become available to target on its body (up to four). Note that Aberax may also sometimes put up energy shields to manually defend these nodes.

Another Node Appears on Aberax's Abdomen

Breaking all available torso nodes will reveal a larger node on its abdomen, which you can then continue to shoot to deal more damage.

Shoot the Bouncing Orbs

Aberax has an attack wherein it releases several bouncing orbs that home in on Samus. These can be shot at and destroyed before they reach her, nullifying this attack.

Dash to the Side to Avoid Projectiles

Aberax can also release projectiles from its hands, or charge up a stronger projectile when its abdomen node is exposed. To dodge these, dash to the side as the projectiles move relatively fast.

Jump to Dodge the Shockwave

When its abdomen node is exposed, Aberax can also charge a spreading shockwave that travels along the ground. Avoid the shockwave by jumping over it as it travels.

Jump or use Morph Ball to Dodge the Wall

Aberax can also create an energy wall that travels outwards, and depending on the wall's height, you will need to either double jump over it or turn into the morph ball and roll under it to avoid the attack.

Aberax Overview

Boss Overview
Aberax Boss Appearance
Map Prologue
Area UTO Research Center Hangar
Weak Point ・Chest Nodes
・Abdomen Node
Required Upgrade None

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