
A well-crafted action experience, METAL SLUG 3 is well worth your time.
86
Verdict
90%
Steam
82
IGDB
Verdict score based on confidence-adjusted Steam reviews?
Very Positive on Steam (90% positive from 9K reviews)
Critically acclaimed (82/100 critic average)
Engaging multiplayer/co-op experience
Outstanding soundtrack
Steep difficulty curve may not appeal to casual players
โMETAL SLUG 3โ, the masterpiece in SNKโs emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls!

Runs well on modern hardware.
Last updated 13h ago
[h1] โ๏ธ MATCHING EXPECTATION:[/h1] * ๐ข = Available = Fun +1 * ๐ด = Not Available = Fun -1 * Match Nothing = 0 Fun ๐ข Exciting & Fun Campaign ๐ข Fantastic Co-op / Solo Game ๐ข Incredible Sprite Animation ๐ข Score Attack for replay value ๐ข User Friendly Interface Menu ๐ด Remastered Graphics ๐ด Modern 16:9 Gameplay ๐ด Extensive Extras New Contents ๐ด Skill Tree Upgrade System ๐ด Long Hours for Single Chapter [table] [tr] [th]fMeter[/th] [th]FUN[/th] [th]fUN METER[/th] [th]DISCOUNT[/th] [th]COMMUNITY[/th] [th]REVIEWER[/th] [/tr] [tr] [th]A+[/th] [td]5[/td] [td]Loving it [/td] [td]No Wait[/td] [td] -[/td] [td] -[/td] [/tr] [tr] [th]A[/th] [td]4[/td] [td]Liked it[/td] [td]No Wait[/td] [td] โ[/td] [td] โ[/td] [/tr] [tr] [th]B[/th] [td]2-3[/td] [td]Half satisfied[/td] [td]Wait 50%[/td] [td] -[/td] [td] -[/td] [/tr] [tr] [th]C[/th] [td] 1[/td] [td]Less interested[/td] [td]Wait 75%[/td] [td] -[/td] [td] -[/td] [/tr] [tr] [th]D[/th] [td] 0[/td] [td]Not what you need[/td] [td]Wait 100%[/td] [td] -[/td] [td] -[/td] [/tr] [/table] ๐ Community Rating: [b] Very Positive [/b] โ๏ธ [b]fMeter {A}[/b] Worth a play, if you enjoy Exciting & Fun Campaign. However, if you're looking for Graphical Update, don't play it ๐ Check the full list for your preferred gameplay ๐ [u][i]https://steamcommunity.com/groups/expectationchecklist/discussions/1/589562254618399446/[/i][/u] [h1] ๐ IMPRESSION:[/h1] * Year 2000: Metal Slug 3 released * Year 2001: Having great time with brothers :) * Year 2014: Released on Steam * Year 2026: Replay the 2nd round after 25 years * 1 hour later: Good game design, but too harsh * 2 hours later: Short but fun to replay, no need worrying about looting trend [h1] ๐ TESTER MUST KNOW:[/h1] * Arcade Mode = Normal story campaign * Mission Mode = Replay any stage you've already unlocked * Multiplayer = Online Coop * Gallery = Unlockable original illustrations + Concept Art gallery * This version will not work on Window XP [h1] โญ๏ธ COMPARE TO OTHER METAL SLUG:[/h1] * Bigger mission * Multiple branching routes available * Numerous Slug vehicles * More weapon variety * Better music [h1] ๐ SAME GENRE COMPARISON:[/h1] * Online coop available * Player 1 and 2 controls config available * Optional video ratio aspection between 16:9 and 4:3 * Optional Pixel Graphic * Optional auto fire * Friend leaderboard * Unlockable Gallery * Able to play as zombie gunner * Impressive explosibe effect * Allow to change number of credits (life) * Gallery unlockable progression is based on Achievment Challenges [h1] โ ๏ธ RUMOR CHECKING:[/h1] * It is a hidden gem โ Agree, is it one of the best-looking 2D action games ever made * You have to play co-op to win the game โ False rumor, solo player is welcome * You have use keyboard to control only โ False rumor, it support gamepad * Last chapter keep player dying โ True, but we have option to retry again * The game is too short, not worth it โ True, but good replay value [quote] [b]Remember to ๐ for me if you liked this review:[/b] ๐ More similar reviews โ [u][url=http://store.steampowered.com/curator/31940448-Expectation-Checklist/]Browse Here[/url][/u] and follow this Curator, or ๐ค Visit Our Gaming Discussion โ [u] [url=https://steamcommunity.com/groups/expectationchecklist]We're Here[/url][/u] ๐ข Disclaimer regarding Short Hours & English Errors โ [u][url=https://steamcommunity.com/groups/expectationchecklist/discussions/0/4594180031254224809/]Read Here[/url][/u] [/quote]
the epic sequal to a game that was truly great in the arcades. i highly recommend it
i be metaling in her slug
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