for the Nintendo Switch is a faithful reproduction of the 2002 arcade classic, brought to modern hardware by publisher HAMSTER . This fifth installment in the legendary run-and-gun series introduces several unique mechanics while maintaining the high-octane action fans expect. New Features & Gameplay
: The rare "2H" power-up allows characters to carry two sub-machine guns for devastating rapid fire. Arcade Archives (ACA) Enhancements
: Players can be transformed into a monkey (which grants higher jumps and Uzi usage) or the classic zombie and mummy forms depending on enemy attacks.
: A scoring mechanic where picking up special emblems triggers a bonus meter, allowing players to earn colored medals for massive point boosts.
See the action in motion with these gameplay looks and reviews of Metal Slug 4 on the Switch:
: Players can adjust game difficulty, button mapping, and display settings (including scanline filters) to mimic the original arcade experience.
As part of the ACA NEOGEO series, this release includes several modern quality-of-life updates:
