Created by Nazca Corporation before merging into SNK. It introduced players to Peregrine Falcon Squad members Marco Rossi and Tarma Roving.

[Metal Slug 1] ---> [Metal Slug 2] ---> [Metal Slug X] (Engine Fix / Remix) | v [Metal Slug 3] ---> [Metal Slug 4] ---> [Metal Slug 5] 1. Metal Slug: Super Vehicle-001 (1996)

These games are perfect for short bursts (10 minutes to blast through the first mission of Metal Slug X ) or long marathons (attempting a 1-credit clear of Metal Slug 3 ).

Developed by SNK Playmore, shifting away from Morden's forces to combat a mysterious tribal faction called the Ptolemaic Army.

Here’s a useful, practical guide for playing Metal Slug 1, 2, X, 3, 4, and 5 on . It covers the best ways to get them, essential emulation tips, fixes for common issues, and gameplay advice for newcomers.

❌ Standing still – Always move forward or backward in a small circle. ❌ Killing prisoners – You lose items and score. ❌ Ignoring the tank’s health – Flashing red? Abandon it. ❌ Playing MS2 before MSX – Unnecessary frustration.