The WhatsNext verdict
For Players who enjoy turn-based tactics, squad planning, and run-based replayability with a Metal Slug action flavor: Position your squad, choose attacks, and adapt your plan across tactical battles in a roguelite campaign. Tradeoff: The tactical pace replaces the original series’ real-time run-and-gun action.
What it does best
role-playing (rpg)
strategy
tactical
arcade
The setup
What you are walking into
METAL SLUG makes an explosive return! Dive into this dynamic tactical RPG with a roguelite thrill and experience the iconic run'n'gun action of the original series, redefined. Grab your weapons, assemble your squad and conquer the battlefield to defeat the infamous Rebel Army.
Where it lives
Xbox Series X|SPlayStation 4PC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 5Xbox OneNintendo Switch
Genre
Role-playing (RPG)StrategyTacticalIndieArcade
Vibe
ActionFantasyWarfare
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