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Metal Slug 3

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Metal Slug 3
78
9.4 User Score:

Generally favorable reviews

Based on 8 critic reviews
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Game Info

Publisher: Playmore

Developer: SNK

Genre(s): Action, Shooter

Players: 2

ESRB Rating: RP (Rating Pending)

Release Date: September 15, 2004

Summary

The 2-D Action Game METAL SLUG far exceeds the previous title, which highly charmed players by the supreme dot graphic arts, appears on PS2! In addition to "Arcade Mission" transported from MVS version, it has an original mode with a lot to enjoy on PS2, and brings plenty of excitement. [SNK Playmore]

What The Critics Said

All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...

86

TotalGames.net

It's impossible for us to ignore the fact that as life-long gamers there's something about a gigantic sprite filling up half the screen that just innocently excites us, especially when the sprites are animated with this much detail and character.

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81

Siliconera

A great two player game that provides a healthy break from any other game. However, Metal Slug 3 is an arcade game by design and lacks depth. Challenge comes in the form of finding inane secrets, getting the highest score and not dying.

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80

Edge Magazine

Metal Slug 3 is worth playing countless times just to discover those almost imperceptible nuances underneath the frenzy. The detail is exceptional, the imagination apparent in every animation a joy to witness. Just try playing it without smiling from ear to ear. [Sept 2003]

80

GamerArchive

Nothing but fun. The gorgeous animation, the wide variety of vehicles and weaponry on offer, and even the high difficulty level help keep you at it well into the night.

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80

NTSC-uk

One of the funniest and most amusingly violent comic capers you can imagine. Simple yet harmless fun, and demanding a lot of thought and planning by the gamer - as well as fast reflexes - it is one of the late SNK’s finest hours. [Japan Import]

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79

Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)

A hugely enjoyable 2D blaster with enough charm and cool stuff to warrant repeat plays - if you can cope with the frantic pace and button-bash repetitive strain injuries. [PSM2]

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70

AceGamez

It's certainly not a doddle, as it can take up to a couple days to beat one level on the hardest setting, which certainly makes it last longer. However, it just doesn't offer enough to warrant the price.

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70

Gamestyle

Metal Slug 3 doesn’t have a huge lifespan. It doesn’t have fancy 3D graphics. What it does have is a guy shouting "Rocckkket Lauunchhher!" in a Texan accent while you're freeing a semi-naked evil general from the clutches of ETs who look like walking squids.

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What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 9.4 (out of 10) based on 9 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Brad G. gave it a10:
Great game!!!

Cristian B. gave it a9:
No doubt the metal slug series have its popularity.It has fun,action...everything.

Mr T. gave it a 9:
This game is all about: fun, destruction... and more fun. I can't imagine anyone not liking this - just make sure you don't continously continue and it will last for ages.

Spriggangirl /B> gave it a 10:
This is one of the best games I've ever play!!!!Love it!

S S. gave it a 10:
It is cool!

Classified gave it a 10:
Metal Slug 3 is the coolest arcade game ever made sweet graphics awsome 2 player mode and fun game play. I can't wait to get into my paws.

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