Features a massive, lingering hitbox. Pierces through multiple organic targets. S Bosses & Concrete Walls Short range but unmatched raw damage output. Use close up. Laser Gun L Straight-line Enemy Columns
Shifts away from aliens to focus on a mysterious cult. It added the popular "sliding" mechanic for increased mobility and features a heavy metal soundtrack.
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The namesake of the series, "Metal Slugs," are weaponized vehicles found throughout the levels. The classic allows you to duck, jump, and fire a devastating cannon. Later entries introduced specialized vehicles like the Slug Mariner (submarine), Elephant Slug , Slug Copter , and Slug Flyer (jet fighter), each drastically altering the combat loop. 🎨 Why the Pixel Art Remains Unmatched
Some notable features of the Metal Slug series include: Features a massive, lingering hitbox
Originally built for Atomiswave arcade hardware. It brought back the alien storyline, added Ikari Warriors guests Ralf and Clark, and introduced a weapon-stocking system alongside unique character traits.
Spend 70% of your ground movement in a crouch. You can fire forward, change directions, and throw grenades all while maintaining a minimized profile. Many enemy projectiles will pass harmlessly over your head. 3. Mastering Slug I-Frames (Invincibility)
Beyond the standard infinite-ammo handgun, players can rescue P.O.W.s to unlock heavy weaponry. Iconic weapons include the , the fiery Flame Shot (F) , the bouncing Iron Lizard (I) , the homing Enemy Chaser (C) , and the devastating Shotgun (S) . 3. Super Vehicles (Slugs) Use close up
When you are close to an enemy soldier, your character automatically uses a melee attack. This yields higher score points and saves precious ammunition.
This entry shifted away from General Morden and the Martians to pit the Peregrine Falcon Strike Force against a mysterious doomsday cult called the Ptolemaic Army. It added a slide-dash mechanic for increased mobility and featured a heavy, industrial-metal soundtrack that set a uniquely dark tone. Metal Slug 6 (2006)
Originally designed for handheld systems, it features tighter, screen-focused level designs. The weapon options are highly explosive, and the inclusion of King of Fighters characters cements it as a brilliant celebration of SNK history. 📜 The Lore: The Fight Against Morden and Beyond