Coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the run-and-gun franchise, SNK Playmore published mobile tower defense game Metal Slug Attack. The direct sequel to Metal Slug Defense, Attack launched for iOS and Android devices.

The high-definition remaster Metal Slug Attack Reloaded has launched for Windows through Steam, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation consoles. The included Gallery Mode features art and music from the game.

SNK Sound Team's 41-track digital soundtrack premiered in November of 2018, available for streaming on Spotify and Amazon Music Unlimited. An EP comprised of five additional unreleased tracks, entitled "Final Mission," is also hosted on streaming platforms.


From the product page:

"METAL SLUG ATTACK", the very latest entry in the legendary game series from SNK PLAYMORE, is a strategy game with simple controls which can be enjoyed by everyone, and 2D dot-pixel characters who move and battle each other smoothly! Moreover, the newly added "Support System" feature will offer players deeper strategies and even more fun!

"METAL SLUG ATTACK" has different types of missions for all types of players with its "ATTACK!" game mode, in which players have to free military bases occupied by Morden's Armies, as well as the "P.O.W. RESCUE", "COMBAT SCHOOL" or "TREASURE HUNT" game modes.

Apple Music - Metal Slug Attack (Original Game Soundtrack)

METAL SLUG, the classic action shooter, retains its detailed 2D pixel look and is now a tower defense game with beginner-friendly controls!

METAL SLUG ATTACK RELOADED is available now on #NintendoSwitch! #MSAR pic.twitter.com/zGN3rqzQ60

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