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METAL SLUG

“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!

Jun 25, 2015

Multiplayer
Pixel Art
War
2D
Controller
Leaderboards

Steam

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Very positive overall, but there is clear dissatisfaction with the quality of the PC port. · 88/100

5262 total reviews · 89% positive

Best for It is particularly suitable for players who enjoy the Metal Slug series and classic arcade run-and-gun games. Those who value a short, challenging campaign, pixel graphics, fast action, and nostalgia are likely to be satisfied, but players expecting precise controls and a stable modern PC port should consider the technical issues before purchasing.

Strengths

Fast, chaotic, yet entertaining traditional run-and-gun gameplay
Creative enemies, vehicles, set pieces, and varied combat situations
Pixel art and visual style that have been highly praised from release to the present

Weaknesses

Input lag and awkward controls significantly hinder the gameplay experience for some players
Frame drops and slowdowns occur when many enemies appear
Audio problems such as distortion, silence, and music cutting out have been reported

Gameplay74
Story67
Content50
Sound33
Performance20

This AI-generated analysis is provided for reference only and does not represent the official views of WAME. It may differ from the original reviews or contain inaccurate information. Analyzed Sep 1, 2026

Game Schedule

ReleaseJun 25, 2015PCAdd

Game Description

“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where it all began, returns on the Steam gaming platform! MAIN FEATURES ・ARCADE MODE (MAIN MISSION): Play the original arcade version of “METAL SLUG ” with its charismatic protagonist soldiers Marco & Tarma, maneuver the almighty “METAL SLUG ” tank, and fight your way through the 6 missions of the game to thwart Gen. Morden's evil ambitions! ・MISSION MODE (STAGE SELECT): Play and enjoy your favorite stages at will! Train alone or with a brother-in-arms on the missions you have unlocked so far! ・ONLINE MISSION (ONLINE MULTIPLAYER): Connect to Steam and clear missions with a brother-in-arms far away via the Online Co-Op Play feature. Engage with a fellow countryman or foreign ally and let the mission begin! ・SETTINGS: Configure control, language, video display, and sound volume settings for the best “METAL SLUG ” experience on PC. ・LEADERBOARDS: Check your current rank & score in “METAL SLUG” at any time, and challenge other players to be the best “METAL SLUG ” soldier in the world! ** WILL NOT RUN ON Windows XP **

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