Metal Slug X is a run-and-gun arcade video game developed by SNK for the Neo-Geo arcade system and later ported to other platforms, including PlayStation, Sega Saturn, and PC. It was released in 1999 as an updated version of the original Metal Slug game.

The game follows the adventures of Marco Rossi and Tarma Roving as they battle their way through hordes of enemy soldiers and vehicles to save the world from a terrorist organization called the Rebel Army. The game features six levels, each with its own boss battle, and includes new enemies and weapons not found in the original Metal Slug game.

Metal Slug X retains the original game’s side-scrolling, run-and-gun gameplay, where players control one of four characters and must fight their way through waves of enemies while avoiding obstacles and enemy fire. The game features a variety of weapons, including pistols, grenades, and heavy machine guns, which can be upgraded by collecting power-ups.

One of the game’s notable features is its detailed graphics and animations, with hand-drawn sprites and backgrounds that bring the game’s world to life. The game also features an energetic and catchy soundtrack that complements the fast-paced gameplay.

Overall

Metal Slug X is a classic and beloved run-and-gun game, with its challenging gameplay, vibrant graphics, and memorable characters. It is considered one of the best games in the Metal Slug series and a must-play for fans of arcade-style shooters.

In addition to shooting, the player can perform melee attacks by using a knife and/or kicking. The player does not die by coming into contact with enemies, and correspondingly, many of the enemy troops have melee attacks. Much of the game’s scenery is destructible, and occasionally, this reveals extra items or power-ups.

During the course of a level, the player encounters prisoners of war (POWs), who, if freed, offer the player bonuses in the form of random items or weapons. At the end of each level, the player receives a scoring bonus based on the number of freed POWs. If the player dies before the end of the level, the tally of freed POWs reverts to zero.

Metal Slug X Soundtrack