Samus' appearance has changed dramatically over her journey through the game systems. In her 16-bit days, she was a hidden character, but then revealed to be a ambiguous female with brown hair. She has changed from blonde to brunette a couple of times through the ages. In Metroid: Prime she was revealed as sort of homely brunette, then changed to a more cartoony blonde with a sideswept hairstyle. The GBA releases made her real "cutesy." Finally, Metroid: Other M has her pictured like the bottom picture above, with a kind of intense demeanor, while retaining her blonde, cartoony appearance.
You have to wonder if the appearance of Samus changes with the idea of attractiveness in culture. I'm sure the blonde cartoon-like variation was influenced by South-Asia culture. It is a mix of anime and their perception of beauty which stereotypes describe as a blonde American.
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