run and gun
Metal Slug 3
By SNK, released 1 Jan 2000
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
- macOS
- PlayStation Portable
- Neo Geo
What it is
Metal Slug 3 is a 2D run-and-gun action game from SNK, originally released in 2000 and listed for Windows on Steam. Its arcade mode covers five stages with branching routes, enemies, and large boss encounters. Mission mode lets players revisit unlocked stages alone or with another player, while online co-op lets friends clear missions together. The Steam listing also includes shared or split-screen co-op, leaderboards, achievements, controller support, Steam Cloud, and trading cards. Players can adjust display, control, and language settings, and view unlocked original illustrations in the gallery. The game is also listed for PlayStation 3, macOS, PlayStation Portable, and Neo Geo. The supplied store description states that the game will not run on Windows XP.
What players like, and what they don't
- Five stages include branching paths.
- Online co-op supports playing missions with friends.
- Mission mode lets players revisit unlocked stages.
- Display, control, and language settings are available.
- Will not run on Windows XP.
- Steam listing is for Windows.
Who it suits
Suited to players seeking arcade-style shooting with branching stages and co-op options. Players who want to revisit particular unlocked missions can use the stage-select mode.
Metal Slug 3 offers a stage-based run-and-gun campaign with branching routes and several ways to play co-op. Windows XP users should note the listed compatibility limit.
