Metal Slug 3
The pinnacle of the series with branching paths, zombie transformations, and the largest vehicle roster. Battle alien-infected soldiers across 5 epic missions with 2-player co-op.
Platform
Arcade
Year
2000
Genre
Run and Gun
Developer
SNK
Controls
About This Game
Introduces the revolutionary 'Slug Mariner' (submarine) and 'Slug Flyer' (aircraft) with dual-mode transformations mid-stage.
Features 4 distinct player transformations: Zombie (slow but toxic blood attacks), Mummy (bandage whip), Fat (bouncing attacks), and Monkey (wall climbing).
The final Metal Slug game developed by original team before SNK's bankruptcy, considered the series' creative peak with 1,238 MVS cartridges produced.
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