Underplayed Gems

Metal Slug Tactics (2024)

Metal Slug Tactics cover
Developer
Leikir Studio
Publisher
Dotemu, Gamera Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
3.9 of 5, 1,506 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 17 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced tactical romp that blends explosive arcade chaos with punishing roguelite strategy.

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What players say

Players praise how the game translates the classic Metal Slug run-and-gun feel into a turn-based roguelite, with wonderful pixel art and animations. But many note that the game becomes very repetitive due to limited enemies, maps, and upgrades, and some report game-breaking bugs that cause soft-locks. A major disappointment is that the studio shut down, so no more content or fixes are coming.

Screenshots

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