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METAL SLUG

1996
CasualArcadeActionFighting
⏱ ~2h average playtime
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METAL SLUG was released in 1996. It is a Casual, Arcade, Action, Fighting game. Players report about 2 hours of playtime on average.

About METAL SLUG

“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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2dpixel-graphicsretrofunnyshoot-em-upside-scrollerfast-pacedcartoonyachievementsclassicleaderboardscontroller-support

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Frequently asked questions about METAL SLUG

How long does it take to beat METAL SLUG?

Players report about 2 hours of playtime on average for METAL SLUG. Actual time varies with playstyle, difficulty and how much side content you do.

What genre is METAL SLUG?

METAL SLUG is a Casual, Arcade, Action, Fighting game, released in 1996.

Is METAL SLUG worth playing?

METAL SLUG is a casual game from 1996. Fans of this game often enjoy titles like METAL SLUG 2, Metal Slug X, Sonic Mania. You can add it to your backlog on nxto.app to track it.

What games are similar to METAL SLUG?

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