After an 8 year hiatus 2D Metroid returned with Fusion. Metroid Fusion broke series conventions and rebranded Samus’ iconic look. The game introduced a new mechanic and threat that blended action and storytelling simultaneously. With that being said, many felt that the game’s linear design was a major step backwards in the experimentation allowed by Super. This exchange allowed players a more personal glimpse at Samus’ character and allowed the franchise to touch a bit more lore and confirming subtexts of past titles.