Metroid Fusion
The fourth main Metroid game introduces Samus' organic Fusion Suit after a parasite infection, featuring a more narrative-driven structure with mission briefings and AI guidance. Directed by Yoshio Sakamoto, it pioneered the 'guided adventure' subgenre while retaining series' exploration roots.
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The SA-X (Samus doppelgänger) creates relentless horror-style tension as an invincible pursuer, forcing strategic evasion rather than direct combat.
Sector-based level design allows non-linear progression within controlled environments, balancing freedom with story pacing.
First Metroid title with extensive dialogue and cutscenes, establishing the Galactic Federation's role in later entries like Metroid Dread.
Sold 1.6 million copies and received universal acclaim (92/100 on Metacritic), praised for atmosphere but critiqued for being shorter than Super Metroid.
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