Metal Slug Tactics
Marking a big shift for the traditionally sidescrolling world of Metal Slug, Leikir Studio’s Metal Slug Tactics re-thinks the concept as an XCOM-like strategy game. Which is…really exciting!
Despite the beautiful trailer above, it’s still not entirely clear how the game will play, with the game’s official description saying it’ll contain “roguelike elements.” On the assumption that we won’t be drinking mysterious potions and developing goblin farms, they likely mean there will be tile-based randomized elements and lots of starting over, but these are just guesses.
It promises “iconic bosses” from the franchise, and it’s certainly gorgeously detailed. Things clearly aren’t all smooth sailing, thought, with the game slipping from 2022 to this year—and still without a firm release date—but we’re hopeful.
Release Date: 2023
