ACA NeoGeo: Metal Slug

 Switch
ACA NeoGeo: Metal Slug Image
Metascore
  1. First Review
  2. Second Review
  3. Third Review
  4. Fourth Review

No score yet - based on 3 Critic Reviews Awaiting 1 more review What's this?

User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 19 Ratings

Your Score
0 out of 10
Rate this:
  • 10
  • 9
  • 8
  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • Summary: Players control Marco and Tarma, both members of the special-ops force Team Peregrine Falcon (commonly known as Team PF), and battle their way through stage after stage of intense action. The goal is to try to overthrow General Morden and win back the stolen weapon, the Metal Slug. PlayersPlayers control Marco and Tarma, both members of the special-ops force Team Peregrine Falcon (commonly known as Team PF), and battle their way through stage after stage of intense action. The goal is to try to overthrow General Morden and win back the stolen weapon, the Metal Slug. Players must blast through waves of enemies and machines (while also jumping over any obstacles in the way) to advance through the stages. It's not as hopeless as it might sound, though - weapons such as heavy machine guns, shotguns, rocket launchers and flamethrowers, as well as the Metal Slug itself (which appears frequently in the game), will make the battle easier.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 0 out of 3
  1. Nintendo Life
    Apr 19, 2017
    80
    You might assume that Metal Slug's numerous sequels would be far superior to the original but that isn't the case; while the other outings in this series add their fair share of neat features, the 1996 original has a simple purity to it which makes it feel more focused and less preoccupied with pushing the hardware (and the imagination of the developers) to the limit. It's arguably one of the finest 2D titles ever made, and while the gameplay might be seem rather shallow to modern players, if you're a fan of old-school arcade blasters which task you with scoring as many points as possible, then this is a must-have.
  2. Cubed3
    Apr 3, 2017
    80
    Metal Slug's speed, challenge, and overall fun, as well as the marvellously crafted cartoony visuals that come along with it, have not lost their charm after all these years. Sure, this is not as "complex" as the next in line, but it's still enjoyable and highly recommended for all retro-loving Switch owners.
  3. Video Chums
    Jul 30, 2017
    75
    ACA NeoGeo: Metal Slug is a wonderful package that both fans and series newbies can appreciate. With incredible gameplay set in a fun-filled world, what's not to love about this cooperative arcade classic?

User Reviews

Write a Review
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. JJTX
    Apr 28, 2019
    9
    Super Vehicle-001: Metal Slug is among the all-time greatest arcade run-and-gun titles. While this classic does include all of the originalSuper Vehicle-001: Metal Slug is among the all-time greatest arcade run-and-gun titles. While this classic does include all of the original version's occasional slowdown when there's a lot happening on-screen, it's easily overlooked amid the pure joy of blasting your way through this short but tough game's myriad war zones.… Expand
  2. Loutique
    Oct 27, 2019
    7
    The game returns to nostalgia. Easy game control. There is multiplayer. It was necessary to make the game a collection with other games inThe game returns to nostalgia. Easy game control. There is multiplayer. It was necessary to make the game a collection with other games in the series, and not to sell each separately. Only 5 (easy) levels. Difficulty can be changed. But once you finish the game, you no longer want to go through again. And you can finish it in 60 minutes.… Expand
  4. nusco
    Oct 24, 2019
    7
    To a modern sensitivity, the first Metal Slug feels a bit short and shallow. Like many other arcade games from the 90s, it seems keen to rampTo a modern sensitivity, the first Metal Slug feels a bit short and shallow. Like many other arcade games from the 90s, it seems keen to ramp up the difficulty, forcing you to drop a few extra coins along the way.

    That being said, Metal Slug is still very much worth playing today. It's a classic, and one of the finest examples of run-and-gun gameplay ever. The 2D pixel graphics, in particular, rank among the best ever.

    Metal Slug might be nothing more than a quick co-op session with a buddy, but in that respect, it still works great. Just don't expect to spend more than half an hour on it.    … Expand
  5. Caerleon
    Sep 12, 2018
    0
    Has anyone ever tested the game? It's impossible to play! FPS drops to 10 and the gameplay turns into a slideshow. The console sounds likeHas anyone ever tested the game? It's impossible to play! FPS drops to 10 and the gameplay turns into a slideshow. The console sounds like crazy. I do not recommend to buy.… Expand

See all 5 User Reviews

Current Switch Games

Full List »
95 Metroid Prime Remastered
94 Persona 5 Royal
92 OneShot: World Machine Edition
90 Chained Echoes
90 Persona 4 Golden
89 Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration
89 NieR: Automata - The End of YoRHa Edition
88 Tunic
87 Melatonin
87 Rogue Legacy 2
87 Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
87 Inscryption
86 Ib
86 Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope
86 The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
86 The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
86 Bayonetta 3
86 Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo
84 Piofiore: Episodio 1926
84 Signalis
All Current Games »