Metal Slug became one of the most popular games of its time. Gamers who grew up in the 90s era would know this franchise from SNK very well. Because it's always a favorite game to play on PlayStation rentals. This game is really fun to play with your friends because it provides multiplayer mode.

Metal Slug is a side-scrolling game that lets you experience challenging battles. Players are tasked with defeating the enemy. You can also use different types of firearms such as machine guns, rocket launchers, and many more. Players can also use some advanced vehicles, such as tanks, helicopters, and so on. The fun thing is, this game can also be played together with friends.

Speaking of Metal Slug, which one is the best Metal Slug game ever released by SNK? Find out here.

1. Metal Slug 5

Metal Slug 5 series is the fifth series released by SNK Playmore in 2003 for arcades, as well as the last series in Neo-Geo. Unlike the previous series, this fifth game brings new colors after the previous series which were considered disappointing. The characters Tarma and Eri are back in this series, previously the two characters were replaced by two characters made by Korean developers, namely Trevor and Nadia. Interestingly, Metal Slug 5 comes with a new environment and background that feels fresher and more heavy metal music touches.

2. Metal Slug 3D

Metal Slug 3D is the only Metal Slug game in 3D. This game was released by SNK Playmore for PS2 in 2005. The most noticeable uniqueness of this series is definitely the quality of the graphics. Where players will be invited to experience Metal Slug-style battles with a third-person perspective. It might seem a bit strange, but many people like this series and still hope that SNK can redevelop a sequel.

3. Metal Slug Anthology

Then there is Metal Slug Anthology which was released in 2007. This game comes with seven Metal Slug games at once in one package consisting of; Metal Slug, Metal Slug 2, Metal Slug X, Metal Slug 3 Metal Slug 4, Metal Slug 5, and Metal Slug 6. This game is the best game for those of you who want to reminisce about the thrill of the side-scroller shooter game released by SNK.

4. Metal Slug 6

Metal Slug 6 is the best game you can play after the fifth game. This sixth game still adopts the same mechanics and gameplay as the previous series, only it comes with several new backgrounds, weapons, and vehicles. The enemies faced in this series are also very diverse and provide each level of difficulty. This sixth game is also one of the Metal Slug series that must be played at PS2 rental at that time.

5. Metal Slug 7

After completing the sixth game, players can continue to Metal Slug 7 which was released by SNK Playmore for Nintendo DS and PSP. This seventh game also presents a new background and bosses that you can face. Although the game was fun, the game feels shorter than others.

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6. Metal Slug: 1st Mission

If you are a true Metal Slug fan, then you are familiar with Metal Slug: 1st Mission which was released by SNK in 1999. This game was first presented for the Neo Geo Pocket Color handheld and became the forerunner of the next Metal Slug series.

7. Metal Slug: 2nd Mission

Metal Slug: 2nd Mission is a sequel that continues the storyline of the previous series. This game was released by SNK for NEO Geo Pocket Color in 2000. Not only a new background, SNK also provides several new additions to this sequel, ranging from types of weapons, bombs, to new songs that add to the excitement of the game

8. Metal Slug: Super Vehicle-001

Metal Slug: Super Vehicle-001 is a Metal Slug game that was very popular among gamers in the 90s era. This series is not only present on consoles, but also on arcade machines. This game was found quite a lot in the arcades at that time. The game released by SNK Playmore has become the Metal Slug game that is known to gamers until now. Unlike the Metal Slug games above, this game has received many significant changes. Starting from a more dynamic background, better graphics, to different background music at each level.

9. Metal Slug X: Super Vehicle-001

Despite having a long hiatus, SNK Playmore finally succeeded in releasing Metal Slug X: Super Vehicle-001 in 1999. Not only on arcade machines, this game is also available for consoles and PCs. In fact, because of the timeless gameplay, this game is also available for Android smartphones and Nintendo Switch. The gameplay mechanism of this game is almost the same as the previous game, it's just that it has a different story and background. The enemies faced in this series are also more varied, ranging from soldiers, tanks, fighter planes, zombies, mummy monsters, to aliens.

The interesting thing about this series is that SNK Playmore adds a transformation feature to the characters used. Where characters can become "fat" if they eat too much food.

10. Metal Slug 3

Finally, Metal Slug 3 is one of the games that has received the most appreciation and praise from Metal Slug fans. Because of its success, SNK Playmore even released this series on several consoles, PC and even Android and iOS. This game is almost similar to Metal Slug X: Super Vehicle-001, but SNK Playmore has presented a number of new stages that feel fresher. Stage changes are also followed by changes to the enemy variants faced. Especially in Metal Slug 3, there are certain stages that make branching in the mission path which ultimately leads to the same boss.

That’s the list of the best Metal Slug games ever released by SNK. From the list above, which one have you played before? Stay tuned for more information about games and don’t forget to follow Dunia Games on Facebook and Instagram. 

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